Ragged Life Ltd

Contact name: Elspeth Jackson

225
Total bookings

Rating

(104)

almost 11 years
with CraftCourses

Maker's bio

Ragged Life is a modern British craft brand founded by Elspeth Jackson, dedicated to breathing new life into the age-old art of rag rugging. Known for its fun, sustainable approach to creativity, Ragged Life offers inspiring workshops, high-quality tools and kits, and expert guidance to help crafters of all levels explore this tactile textile craft. With a passion for recycling and reusing fabric, Ragged Life champions slow, mindful making and has introduced thousands of makers to the joy of creating beautiful, long-lasting pieces from old textiles.

Courses, kits & gifts

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Great Wymondley, Hitchin

"Make a Rug in a Day" - Peg Loom Weaving Full Day Class - Herts

5½ hours

Next date: 30th Nov 2025

3 places left

(1)

£80.00

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Craft kit

Deluxe Rag Rug kit

49 items left

£64.98

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Craft kit

Easy Peasy Rag Rug Kit

48 items left

£51.99

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Craft kit

Introductory Rag Rug kit

44 items left

£21.99

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Craft kit

Loopy Rag Rug Kit

48 items left

£32.99

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BRISTOL

Make a Rug in a Day - Peg Loom Weaving Full Day Class - Bristol

5½ hours

Next date: 9th Aug 2025

4 places left

£80.00

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Craft kit

Rag Rug Bouquet Kit

48 items left

£35.99

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Craft kit

Rag Rug Cushion Kit

50 items left

£51.99

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BRISTOL

Rag Rug Full Day Workshop - Bristol

5½ hours

Next date: 26th Oct 2025

1 place left

(9)

£80.00

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Hitchin

Rag Rug Full Day Workshop - Hertfordshire

5½ hours

Next date: 18th Oct 2025

2 places left

(10)

£80.00

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Craft kit

Rag Rug Kids' Kit - Rag-a-Monsters

49 items left

£14.99

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Brighton

Rag Rug Workshop - Full Day - Brighton

5½ hours

Next date: 8th Nov 2025

2 places left

£80.00

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York

Rag Rug Workshop - Full Day - York

6 hours

Next date: 26th Oct 2025

3 places left

(17)

£80.00

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Craft kit

Shaggy Rag Rug Kit

48 items left

£34.99

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Craft kit

Ultimate Rag Rug Kit

47 items left

£76.98

Recent reviews

All maker's reviews

29 Jun 25'

Julie reviewed: "Make a Rug in a Day" - Peg Loom Weaving Full Day Class - Herts

"Attending this course with three friends and had a fabulous time. Elspeth is a fabulous teacher and we all had a great time. Can’t wait to book the next course. "

Ragged Life Ltd responded:

"Thanks Julie, you were all a pleasure teach. I'm so glad you had a good time and well done for your rugs!"

7 May 25'

Ozlem Hazar reviewed: Rag Rug Full Day Workshop - Hertfordshire

"I’ve had an excellent day and learn’t a lot during the workshop. The teacher was brilliant and showed us different techniques. I would highly recommend the workshop to everyone! I feel proud of myself making a tote bag. "

Ragged Life Ltd responded:

"Thank you so much Ozlem for the lovely review. We are glad you had a great time, you were a pleasure to teach :-)"

6 May 25'

Christine Henderson reviewed: Rag Rug Workshop - Full Day - York

"Having absolutely no experience of rag rugging, I absolutely loved this course. It was easy to grasp and I really enjoyed picking out the coloured bags in all the different textures. You had a choice of making a small rug, tote bag, flowers, a garland or cushion cover. I am completely "hooked"."

Ragged Life Ltd responded:

"Thank you Christine, we're so glad it 'hooked' you :-) You were a pleasure to teach."

14 Apr 25'

Jane reviewed: Coiled Rope Coasters & Placemats - Half Day Class

"Very enjoyable. Elspeth was informative and encouraging and helped solve problems when they arose. The venue was delightful and welcoming. "

Ragged Life Ltd responded:

"Thank you for the lovely review Jane, you were a pleasure to teach :-) We hope to see you again sometime in the studio."