# Event Details - **Event Name**: Dyed, printed and painted cloths of Gujarat: Talks by three master artisans - **Event Start and End Date**: Thu, 17 Sep, 2026 at 06:00 pm – Thu, 17 Sep, 2026 at 08:00 pm (+01:00) - **Event Description**: Organised by Gawthorpe Textiles Collection and Ruth Clifford, Liverpool John Moores University.About this EventWe are delighted to welcome and introduce master artisans Kirit, Sufiyan and Abdullah to Lancashire, who will be giving a talk and will demonstrate their work in advance of their visit to London as part of Selvedge Textiles Month. Gujarat in western India is home to a diverse range of crafts communities shaped bycenturies of migration and international trade. Textile crafts continue to provide asignificant form of livelihood, their designs express the identity of the maker and thewearer, and skills are passed down from generation to generation. We will be joinedby three textile artisans from the region, ajrakh master Sufiyan Khatri, matai nipachedi (Mother Goddess) painter Kirit Chitara and Abdullah Khatri a bandhani (tie-dye) artisan.https://www.instagram.com/sufiyankhatri/https://www.instagram.com/kirit_chitaraFollowing their visit to the Gawthorpe stores to view and advise onsome of its hand-printed and naturally dyed textiles, the artisans will share their craftstories through presentations, film and demonstration of the craft process.There will also be opportunity to purchase pieces from the artisans.The tickets are limited to 25 and by a donation to the collection, to keep it accesible please pay what you can afford and thank you for supporting the charity.Supported by Arts Council England unlocking collections fund. https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events10/banners/0305c6e0-a62f-11f1-8990-5d04d231a2dd-rimg-w923-h740-dc082848-gmir.jpg On the DayPlease make sure to arrive between 5.45pm and 6.00pm am for a prompt 6pm start.One of our team will meet you at Reception, in the building just next to Brierfield Railway Station, and will direct you through to our Studio where the workshop will take place.If you arrive early there is an onsite coffee shop where you may wish to relax and purchase refreshments.The VenueThis event will take place at Gawthorpe Textiles Collection’s venue at Northlight House, a converted textile mill in Brierfield, Lancashire. The address is:Gawthorpe Textiles CollectionSuite 226 Unit 2 Northlight HousePendle RoadBrierfieldNelsonLancashireBB9 5FLTo help you locate the reception you will use to access our building please look us up on Google Maps by name (Gawthorpe Textiles Collection) rather than by postcode or use What3Words prompt //robots.roses.maybeThere is free car parking available on site, and we are just across the road from Brierfield train station. There is step-free access from the street or car park to our Studio but please be aware there are areas of the car park which have significant slope to them.You can find further details on our venue, including how to find us, on our website: www.gawthorpetextiles.org.ukRoom AccessibilityThe building and workshop Studio have step free access and wide doorways. There are accessible toilets on site close to the Studio.If you have any accessibility needs please get in touch with us before booking using the email events@gawthorpetextiles.org.uk and we will be happy to discuss them with you.Questions?If you need any further information, please email us on events@gawthorpetextiles.org.uk and we will be happy to help. - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/brierfield/dyed-printed-and-painted-cloths-of-gujarat-talks-by-three-master-artisans/100001999250399764 - **Event Categories**: fitness, Nonprofit, Workshops, Art, Entertainment - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 0, max: 0, currency: GBP ## Event venue details - **city**: Brierfield - **state**: EN - **country**: United Kingdom - **location**: Gawthorpe Textiles Collection - **lat**: 53.8242264 - **long**: -2.2373916 - **full address**: Gawthorpe Textiles Collection, Pendle Road, Brierfield, United Kingdom ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: Dyed, printed and painted cloths of Gujarat: Talks by three master artisans - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events2/banners/89bce4db6f0f970b2ab8232d5f7d9230343e8a313f98d62fd9cef146f9ae0ecf-rimg-w1200-h800-dc483828-gmir.jpg?v=1788285640 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is Dyed, printed and painted cloths of Gujarat: Talks by three master artisans being held? - **A:** Dyed, printed and painted cloths of Gujarat: Talks by three master artisans takes place on Thu, 17 Sep, 2026 at 06:00 pm to Thu, 17 Sep, 2026 at 08:00 pm at Gawthorpe Textiles Collection, Pendle Road, Brierfield, United Kingdom. - **Q**: Who is organizing Dyed, printed and painted cloths of Gujarat: Talks by three master artisans? - **A:** Dyed, printed and painted cloths of Gujarat: Talks by three master artisans is organized by Gawthorpe Textiles Collection. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** Dyed, printed and painted cloths of Gujarat: Talks by three master artisans is ideal for curious learners, students, and skill-builders looking to gain hands-on knowledge and practical expertise in a focused, interactive setting. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Brierfield, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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