THE SILK WEAVING STUDIO OFFERS EXCITING
SPINNING, WEAVING & embroidery CLASSES
Introduction to Rigid Heddle Loom Weaving
November 14, 21 and 28 2024. 6:30-9:00pm
This course will take you from being a non-weaver to being a weaver. It will introduce you to 2 types of weaving on a super portable Knitter’s Loom, a type of rigid heddle loom.
- Balanced, flat weaving – used for wearables, table linens, etc.-
-Textural work – suitable for decorative wall hangings and art
You’ll get a bag full of interesting yarns to use as weft in your work, as well as beautiful Sanjo Silk 50% Silk 50% Merino Wool 12/3 (#10-056 ) for your warps.
You’ll become knowledgeable about the loom, the materials, and the basic technique of weaving; how to put the warp on, and take the finished work off; how to introduce texture to your work.
You’ll learn what you need to know in order to proceed to weaving wearable pieces, table linens or tea towels. You’ll also learn techniques for creating a textural decorative piece. And you’ll know the differences in how to approach these 2 types of weaving.
Join the fun, be part of a real-live class, be inspired by the creativity of your classmates, and become a weaver!
The class will be held at the beautiful and inspiring Silk Weaving Studio (in the Sandbar courtyard on Granville Island)
Maximum class size is 5 to allow for lots of personal attention.
$295, includes most of the materials you’ll need, and the at-home use of the loom for the course and sometime after. (to be announced)
Eventbrite link for registration which opens 9am Oct 1
When you register please use an email that you monitor regularly in order to see any updates on the class.
This course will take you from being a non-weaver to being a weaver. It will introduce you to 2 types of weaving on a super portable Knitter’s Loom, a type of rigid heddle loom.
- Balanced, flat weaving – used for wearables, table linens, etc.-
-Textural work – suitable for decorative wall hangings and art
You’ll get a bag full of interesting yarns to use as weft in your work, as well as beautiful Sanjo Silk 50% Silk 50% Merino Wool 12/3 (#10-056 ) for your warps.
You’ll become knowledgeable about the loom, the materials, and the basic technique of weaving; how to put the warp on, and take the finished work off; how to introduce texture to your work.
You’ll learn what you need to know in order to proceed to weaving wearable pieces, table linens or tea towels. You’ll also learn techniques for creating a textural decorative piece. And you’ll know the differences in how to approach these 2 types of weaving.
Join the fun, be part of a real-live class, be inspired by the creativity of your classmates, and become a weaver!
The class will be held at the beautiful and inspiring Silk Weaving Studio (in the Sandbar courtyard on Granville Island)
Maximum class size is 5 to allow for lots of personal attention.
$295, includes most of the materials you’ll need, and the at-home use of the loom for the course and sometime after. (to be announced)
Eventbrite link for registration which opens 9am Oct 1
When you register please use an email that you monitor regularly in order to see any updates on the class.
Cancellation policy for all classes:
Eventbrite fees are non-refundable. Class fees are non-refundable unless class is cancelled. In the event of unforeseen instructor absence all efforts will be made to re-schedule missed classes. If for some reason you are unable to attend the course, you may send someone else in your place. Please contact us at sanjosilk at gmail dot com
PLEASE CONTACT US AT [email protected] TO BE NOTIFIED ABOUT FUTURE CLASSES
Eventbrite fees are non-refundable. Class fees are non-refundable unless class is cancelled. In the event of unforeseen instructor absence all efforts will be made to re-schedule missed classes. If for some reason you are unable to attend the course, you may send someone else in your place. Please contact us at sanjosilk at gmail dot com
PLEASE CONTACT US AT [email protected] TO BE NOTIFIED ABOUT FUTURE CLASSES
We are a dealer for Ashford looms and accessories.
Please enquire.
Please enquire.
