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Learn the basics of weaving and experiment with weaving tricks on a rigid heddle (“knitters”) loom. Open to young and old.
Using this simple loom you will learn how to set up the loom and prepare a warp. You will explore many creative and experimental possibilities with plain weave structure, including felting effects. You will get guidance to develop a project using the techniques learned. Classes are relaxed and informal. Participants can hire a loom from Canberra Spinners and Weavers to take home and weave independently in between sessions. You can use your own rigid heddle loom if it is suitable.
Please bring your own lunch. Coffee and tea provided.
DATES: Saturday 2 and Sunday 17 March 2019
TIME: 9.30 -12.30 and 1.00 - 4.00
EQUIPMENT: Looms can be hired from CSW for a period of 3 months @ $15/month.
PARTICIPANTS BRING: Any yarns you may like to use, scissors, notebook, reading glasses if needed.
NOTE: if using your own rigid heddle loom, bring all accessories/clamps/reeds/instruction booklet that belong with it
COST: $200 (CSW members) /$240 (non members)
Using this simple loom you will learn how to set up the loom and prepare a warp. You will explore many creative and experimental possibilities with plain weave structure, including felting effects. You will get guidance to develop a project using the techniques learned. Classes are relaxed and informal. Participants can hire a loom from Canberra Spinners and Weavers to take home and weave independently in between sessions. You can use your own rigid heddle loom if it is suitable.
Please bring your own lunch. Coffee and tea provided.
DATES: Saturday 2 and Sunday 17 March 2019
TIME: 9.30 -12.30 and 1.00 - 4.00
EQUIPMENT: Looms can be hired from CSW for a period of 3 months @ $15/month.
PARTICIPANTS BRING: Any yarns you may like to use, scissors, notebook, reading glasses if needed.
NOTE: if using your own rigid heddle loom, bring all accessories/clamps/reeds/instruction booklet that belong with it
COST: $200 (CSW members) /$240 (non members)