Saturday, January 16th - 11:00am to 5:00pm
In this beginner-friendly tablet (card) weaving class, you will learn to wind a continuous warp and weave double-face calligraphy and figures into narrow bands. Using the continuous warping method, we will thread the tablets as a pack without having to measure threads for individual cards. You will design personalized bands using a charted alphabet and figures. As you master the forward and backward card turns to weave your design, we will discuss the basics of tablet weaving, including the mechanics of twist, and how to start and finish bands securely. By the end of the session, you will walk away with at least one hand-woven band to use as a custom bookmark, keychain, or strap.
Students will weave using a warp-weighted method to manage twist. Students may also choose to weave on their own inkle loom, if desired.
Cost is $155 and includes tablet weaving cards, yarn for warp and weft, cardboard shuttle, handouts with patterns and instructions to make your own board loom. A board loom will be provided for use in class.
Materials provided:
- tablets
- cotton yarn for warp and weft
- cardboard shuttle
- handout with patterns and weaving tips
Please bring:
- two 3" C-clamps
- scissors
- pencil
- weights (eight weights, each 8-12oz. (e.g., small water or juice bottles, pill vials with coins, fishing sinkers, baggies of rice, nuts and bolts)
- belt shuttle or something with a "sharp" edge to beat the weft (e.g., plastic ruler, non-serrated butter knife, or credit card)
- knitting stitch holder (optional)
- lunch or snack
Class Cancelation Policy:
If you cancel more than 30 days before the beginning of your class, we will offer you store credit in the amount of your class. Cancelation with less than 30 days notice will result in the forfeiture of your entire course fee. However, if we are able to fill your spot, we will offer store credit in the amount of the class.
If we cancel a class, you can choose to receive a full refund or store credit.
