[Special Note: This class begins promptly on THURSDAY, July 10 at 8:30 A.M.]
This lively and intensive course is designed as an introduction to the basic techniques of weaving: winding a warp, dressing the loom, and weaving a finished piece. The focus will be on exploring the basic weave structures — plain weave and twills in their many variations — designing and drafting a project and calculating yarn requirements. You will also learn about looms and equipment, yarns, and finishing techniques. In addition, you will be able to take full advantage of NEWS: attending general lectures and exhibits while meeting other weavers. After completing this workshop, you will be able to warp a loom, weave on your own, and know where help is readily available. Looms are provided.
P1: Weaving for Beginners: On the 4-Harness Floor Loom
Looms and equipment for this workshop are provided by WEBS, America’s Yarn Store
Two 2” diameter notebook rings (available at stationary stores). 5 grocery bags, the brown paper kind, with the bottoms cut out, or a roll of brown Kraft wrapping paper. Scissors. Cloth or paper tape measure. Ruler. Three ring binder (for 8½ x 11 paper). Graph paper (6 or 8 squares to the inch) downloadable from the Web. Pencils with erasers. A pair of long heavy-duty shoelaces (used are fine). Six rubber bands. Long straight pins with a large round head. Large tapestry needle. Chair cushion is optional.