New England Weavers' Seminar
July 28 - August 1, 2027
Westfield State University
Westfield MA
N-1: Weaving a Three-Dimensional Mask with Manipulated Warps
Instructor: Linda Rhynard
1 1/2 days
Saturday, July 31, 2027, 8:30 am -
Sunday, August 1, 2027, 11:30 am, $240
This workshop is for people who are comfortable with basic Tapestry techniques and warping the loom. The mask is woven using basic Tapestry Techniques along with a pulled warp method of shaping. This project will be woven on small wooden frame looms, woven flat and then manipulated into shape. Warp and Weft yarn will be provided. Goal of the Workshop: We will talk through the process, warp the loom and begin weaving the mask. At the end of the session, we will remove the mask from the loom and manipulate that warp threads to create the three-dimensional shape. We will also discuss finishing and mounting options. Examples will be available for review and discussion.
P-1: Suminagashi and Asian Style Stab Books
Instructor: David Heustess
2 days
Friday, July 30, 2027, 8:30 am -
Saturday, July 31, 2027, 4:30 pm, $320
On day one, you will explore the art of Suminagashi, water marbling, and create your own designs on paper, fabric and other materials. Day two you will learn three basic stitching patterns of Asian Style Books (soft covered) and then explore how to create your own patterns to stitch. Marbled fabrics can be used to make quilts, covers for hard bound books, scarves, strip weaving etc.