Introductory Classes
Beginning 4-Harness Weaving
Our beginning weaving class introduces you to the basics of how to warp a 4-harness table loom, followed by exercises to create various loom-controlled pattern weaves.
Classes start at various times during the year. The class is held on two consecutive Saturdays, 10 am to 4 pm. In 2024, classes will be held Feb 10 and 17, March 23 and 30, June 15 and 22, and October 19 and 26. The equipment provided for the class consists of a 4-harness ....read more and register |
Beginning Spinning Wheel
This beginning spinning class will teach you the basics of creating your own yarn from natural fibers. Working on a spinning wheel, you will learn how to draw out the fiber and twist it together to form yarn.
Classes start at various times during the year. The class is held on two consecutive Saturdays, 5 hours per day. In 2024, classes will be held January 13 and 20, March 9 and 16, May 11 and 18, September 14 and 21. Students may bring their own equipment or borrow equipment ...read more and register |
Introduction to Rigid Heddle Loom
Rigid heddle looms provide the perfect introduction to learning to weave. You will learn how to warp a loom and weave a simple project. Additional techniques possible with the rigid heddle loom will be discussed.
This two-day class is held either Saturday/Sunday, or on two consecutive Saturdays, from 10 am to 4 pm. In 2024, classes are scheduled for July 20 and 21, and November 9 and 16. Students may bring their own loom or use a loom provided by the guild ...read more and register |
Introduction to Tapestry Weaving
Tapestry is an artistic form of expression in weaving consisting of hand-manipulated shapes woven on a simple loom. You will learn the techniques used to weave shapes that form geometric or pictorial designs.
In 2024 the two-day class will be held September 28 and October 12. Students may bring their own loom or rent a loom from the guild or the instructor...read more and register |