Ages 18+
Experience Level All
Class Description
This course is designed to give the aspiring fiber artist a basic introduction to weaving. Students will have an opportunity to learn how to weave using three different looms (inkle, rigid heddle and four-harness).
Instructional classes will take place Saturdays 1-3 pm, and Tuesdays and Thursday 4-6 pm.
Open studio time between classes will be available to each student.
Saturday, April 18 1-3 pm
Tuesday, April 21 4-6 pm
Thursday, April 23 4-6 pm
Saturday, April 25 1-3 pm
Tuesday, April 28 4-6 pm
Thursday, April 30 4-6 pm
Saturday, May 2 1-3 pm
Tuesday, May 5 4-6 pm
Thursday, May 7 4-6 pm
+ open studio time
Four-Harness Loom Weaving
This course introduces participants to weaving on a four-harness table loom, pre-warped with a pattern and color scheme. Students will create a colorful handwoven table runner, pillow, tapestry, or set of placemats.
Rigid Heddle Loom Weaving
This course introduces participants to weaving on a rigid heddle loom. Students will create a colorful handwoven set of placemats, pillow, scarf or table runner.
Inkle Loom Weaving
This course introduces participants to weaving on an inkle loom, a small loom used to create straps up to 3″ wide. Students will create a colorful handwoven strap that can be used as a belt, handle, guitar strap and more!
Materials Needed
All materials will be provided.
