This is a good foundation course for the beginning student to learn how to warp the loom, understand basic weaving theory and techniques, learn to read a pattern, and beginning pattern drafting.  During the course the students will weave a twill sampler and either a scarf or set of four placemats. Knowledge from this course will enable students to continue their study of weaving.
 
Students should bring a 3-ring 2-inch binder for the 170+ page learning packet. 
 
Tuition: $ 440.00* includes 24-hours of instruction, use of the studio to work on weaving between classes (this is a requirement that students spend a minimum of 3-4 hours of  time in the studio between classes doing homework or use a table loom that can be taken home between classes to do homework), learning packet, yarns for twill sampler.
*Second project yarns are additional.
No refund for missed classes.
 
January 9 - February 27, 2025: Thursdays 6:00 – 9:00 PM (8 weeks)
Minimum of 2 students; maximum of 4 students
 
You may bring your dinner to eat at the studio. 
 
If taking an evening class does not fit your schedule you may sign up for OPEN STUDIO and learn on your own schedule and at your own pace, either during the week or on the weekend. Lectures will be an additional charge.  See Beginning Weaving - Individual Schedule.
 
NOTE: The Studio has a no shoe and no bare feet policy – please bring slippers or socks to wear in class.
 
Class 1:
Introduction
Lecture on parts of the loom and terms
Wind warp for twill sampler
 
Class 2:
Lecture: Planning and designing a project.  Warp calculations and weft calculations
Begin threading loom - reed and heddles
 
HOMEWORK: finish threading heddles
                       
Class 3:
Complete threading loom
Begin weaving
Watch draw-in (max. 1”)
Watch ppi
 
HOMEWORK: Weave patterns 1 through 9
                       
Class 4:
Check weaving
Lecture: Pattern Drafting and Drawdowns - Discuss computer programs, parts of the draft, three types of looms  - why it is important
Complete weaving sampler and play with  remainder of the warp
 
Class 5:
Lecture: Fringes and Fulling Cotton
Overhand knots
Twisted
Knot series
Design Scarf or Placemats (2nd project)
 
Class 6:
Lecture: To Wind A Warp – take notes on process
Wind warp for  second project
 
Class 7:
Lecture: To Thread a loom
Thread loom for Project
 
Class 8:
Complete threading loom
Begin Weaving 
 
If you have not completed project by the end of the class you may sign up for Open Studio for the next month to complete.