0803 Inkle Weaving in the 21st Century: an introduction to inkle weaving
Dates, 2009:Friday March 13, 2009 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
The inkle loom is one of the simplest looms around and its amazing potential is often overlooked and undervalued. This studio class is a combination of presentation and hands-on work. Participants will observe new ways to design and create bands for traditional and non-traditional uses and set up their inkle looms to create bands, trim, and ribbon that may be used
Required equipment: Supply List
Supply Fee: $5.00 payable to instructor

Class fee: $80, includes yarn (ask for info sheet upon registration).

NOTE: We have one loaner inkle loom that will be available for this class on a first-come, first-served basis. Inkle looms are very affordable and we have a couple in stock. Please, if you are intending to take this class and need a loom, shop early to ensure one is available by class time.

 

3820 Pictures, Piles, Potpourri, and Perplexing Curiosities
Dates, 2009:Saturday-Monday March 14,15, and 16, 2009 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
This is a workshop designed for intermediate-to-advanced weavers (and adventure-seeking beginners) that want to learn new weave structures. In this round-robin workshop, participants will expand their knowledge and experience in weave structures they may have heard of but, may not have woven. A surefire weaving adventure and challenging journey of warp and weft. Structures covered include multi-block swivel and bead leno, corduroy, velvet, samitum, corkscrew twills, lampas, and Beiderwand.
Required equipment:minimum of 4 shaft loom and weaving tool kit
Supply Fee:$20 per person payable to instructor.
Class fee: $210 

Some looms are available for rental at $20 for the weekend. All looms must be warped following the instructions provided (upon registration).