Weaving Classes
                     at Sheep Street Fibers


 







Warping & Weaving on a Multi-Harness Loom: An introduction to the art of weaving, this class covers the basics of warping a floor (or table) loom, including figuring the yardage, winding a warp, and theading the loom. We also cover the basics of reading a draft, exploring basic weave structures, weaving the fabric and finishing the ends.  After the warping day, students are given about two weeks to come in and weave with one-on-one instruction.  The cost is $75.00 plus weft materials.

Class is 1 full day (bring your lunch) plus additional weaving time of your choosing during our open hours.

 

 

One Saturday,

10:00 - 4:30

May 5

 

Or

 

One Saturday

10:00 - 4:30

June 9 

 

Or

 

One Saturday,

10:00 - 4:30

July 7

          Or

One Saturday

10:00 - 4:30

Aug 11

          
                            Also, some Thursdays are available , by appointment.  
                                              One Sunday, 1:30 - 3:30, Feb 18




Finishing Woven Fabrics:  This will be a brief look at steps necessary to create good-looking
edges BEFORE a piece comes off the loom and steps necessary AFTER a piece comes off the loom to
truly say the piece is "finished."  We will touch on hemstitching, knotting, fulling (washing),
brushing, and storing.  You are welcome to bring pieces with you to discuss.  The cost is $20.00.

                                                                      One Saturday, 10:30 - 12:30, May 12

                                               Or,    One Saturday, 10:30 - 12:30, Aug 4

 Loom Use:   Those customers who have taken the floor loom class, and would like to use one of our looms
for  another project, can simply sign up for a time when we have an empty loom.  There is no fee for the use
of the loom; the only restriction is that the yarn must be purchased here.

Warping and Weaving on the Rigid Heddle Loom: This will be a hands-on workshop to get you weaving on your rigid heddle loom! We will cover the basics of warping, warp the looms and get you started on a project. Students must bring, or purchase their own looms.  We will choose appropriate yarn(s) on class day or prior to class. Space is limited, so please sign up early and plan on a fun afternoon. The cost is $35.00 plus materials . Taught by Tim Ackerman or Nancy de Caprariis

 

 

This class is limited to two students at a time.

  

One Sunday,

1:00 - 4:00

 May 6

One Saturday,

1:00 - 4:00

 June 16

One Saturday,

1:00 - 4:00

 Aug 4


Weaving on an Inkle Loom:  One  of the oldest types of weaving known, no previous experience is needed to quickly produce delicate woven patterns.  Learn design, warping and finishing techniques that will produce woven bands for belts, bag straps, trims or headbands.  Strips are also swen together to create purses, table runners, or garments.  Come see our sample.  Bring your own loom or purchase
one here.  The cost is $25.00 plus materials.  Taught by Nancy.  Call
to schedule a class.


   

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