Learn to Warp + Weave on a Rigid Heddle Loom
*The event has already taken place on this date: Sat, 01/28/2023
Learn the ancient fiber craft of weaving your own fabric using a sustainably harvested wooden Rigid Heddle Loom and soft natural fibers. In his hands-on workshop, instructor Jeanine Ertl will teach you everything you need to know to warp and weave on your own. This class is perfect for anyone who’s been curious about weaving beyond a lap loom and wants to learn the warping and weaving processes. We’ll dive into fiber & fabric and demystify the process of warping, as well as weaving.
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Saturday, January 28 from 10am – 5pm (w/1hr lunch break)
Learn the ancient fiber craft of weaving your own fabric using a sustainably harvested wooden Rigid Heddle Loom and soft natural fibers. In his hands-on workshop, instructor Jeanine Ertl will teach you everything you need to know to warp and weave on your own. This class is perfect for anyone who’s been curious about weaving beyond a lap loom and wants to learn the warping and weaving processes. We’ll dive into fiber & fabric and demystify the process of getting set up (otherwise known as warping a loom), weaving, and finally, finishing and removing a woven fiber good from the loom! And, you’ll go home with handwoven fabric in-hand. Length of the final piece will depend on the individual’s own pace. All materials included.
No experience necessary. Ages 14+ welcome!
In this workshop you’ll learn:
* How a Rigid Heddle Loom works;
* How to Plan a Textile (e.g. sett, basic pattern & choosing fiber, etc.)
* How to Warp a Rigid Heddle;
* How to Weave;
* How to Remove your Woven;
* And, How to Finish a freshly Handwoven Textile.
OPTION: Students will weave on my Ashford looms in-class. The instructor will have a variety of Ashford looms (Sample It and Knitters Looms) present for purchase in class. Please contact Jeanine at aninidesigns@gmail.com if you have any questions or specific looms you’re interested in beforehand.
• Scholarships available
• Homeschoolers welcome
• Military and sibling discounts
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Location:
San Diego Craft Collective - Studio B2785 Truxtun Rd., Studio B
San Diego, CA, 92106United States
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Phone:
(619) 273-3235Contact name:
San Diego Craft Collective
Email address:
The event has already taken place on this date:
01/28/2023
Time:
10:00 AM-5:00PM
Price:
$200
Ages
Teenagers Adults without kidsWeb Service