--- title: "Reception Class Weaves Magic in Art Project Inspired by Sheila Hicks" url: "https://gillibrandprimary.co.uk/news/2025-05-20-reception-class-weaves-magic-in-art-project-inspired-by-sheila-hicks" school: "Gillibrand Primary School" --- # Reception Class Weaves Magic in Art Project Inspired by Sheila Hicks ![Image of Reception Class Weaves Magic in Art Project Inspired by Sheila Hicks](https://files.schudio.com/gillibrand/images/news/16CD533E-D7C0-43AF-B6C4-6D8CE456EE19.jpeg) 20 May 2025 Reception pupils have been busy bringing colour, creativity, and texture into the classroom with a wonderful art project inspired by the famous textile artist **Sheila Hicks.** The young artists began their journey by exploring the fascinating world of **wool**—feeling its softness, learning about its textures, and discovering how it can be used to create art. They looked closely at Hicks' vibrant and imaginative weavings, sparking lots of discussion and excitement. Next, the children made their very own **mini looms**, carefully threading and preparing them for their weaving adventures. They spent time **practising the skill of weaving,** learning how to pass the wool in and out to make colourful patterns. In a burst of rainbow creativity, the class also created **"rainbow sticks"—**decorative sticks wrapped in different shades of wool, allowing them to explore colours, patterns, and textures in a fun and hands-on way. Finally, with their looms ready and skills practiced, the children began their final weavings. Using a variety of bright wools, they worked with focus and pride to complete their unique textile artworks. The result? A display of **beautiful, colourful weavings** that show just how much the children have learned—not just about art, but about patience, perseverance, and expressing themselves through texture and colour. ### Reception Sheila Hicks art [![](https://files.schudio.com/gillibrand/imagecache/720x720s/gallery/reception-sheila-hicks-art/IMG_0552.jpeg)](https://files.schudio.com/gillibrand/images/gallery/reception-sheila-hicks-art/IMG_0552.jpeg) [![](https://files.schudio.com/gillibrand/imagecache/720x720s/gallery/reception-sheila-hicks-art/IMG_0551.jpeg)](https://files.schudio.com/gillibrand/images/gallery/reception-sheila-hicks-art/IMG_0551.jpeg) [![](https://files.schudio.com/gillibrand/imagecache/720x720s/gallery/reception-sheila-hicks-art/IMG_0550.jpeg)](https://files.schudio.com/gillibrand/images/gallery/reception-sheila-hicks-art/IMG_0550.jpeg) 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