Tapestry Weaving Coasters: Shapes, Curves, and Colorblending- November 2024

November 9-10, 2024
Saturday 1pm - 5pm and Sunday 9am - 1pm
10 spaces

Get ready to expand your knowledge of tapestry weaving with this advanced beginner weaving class. This class is geared toward those who have taken Intro to Tapestry Weaving with Emily Wick or who have weaving experience on their own and want to deepen their practice. Weavers who take this class must be comfortable with warping their loom, basic tabby weave, and simple color transitions.

In this two-day workshop, we will take your weaving experience to the next level with new skills such as color blending techniques, geometric shapes, and curved lines. We will practice these techniques on woven samples in the form of woven bookmarks or coasters (student’s choice). We will also discuss overall tapestry design, and work together to design your next tapestry using the new skills learned in class. 

Each student will leave the class with a set of functional coasters or bookmarks showcasing their new skills, and empowered with a plan for their next tapestry weaving. 

Topics Covered

Brief review of the basics of weaving (Warping the loom, Tabby weave)
Color blending (Gradients, Hatching)
Shape making (Triangles, Diamonds, Circles)
Curved Lines
Review of finishing techniques
Tapestry Design

Tools and materials provided:
Warp string
Basic patterns to follow or adapt
Instruction materials
10-inch tapestry loom
Weaving needle
Weaving shuttles

Materials not provided:

3 skeins of worsted or bulky weight yarn in different colors.
You may purchase at Dappled Fern or bring your own.

Already have a 10” Funem Loom from one of Emily’s previous classes? Use discount code BRINGINGMYOWNLOOM to save on supply costs!

Cancellation policy:
If you need to cancel, you will receive a refund if we are able to fill your spot. If we are not able to fill your spot, no refund will be given. You are welcome to send someone in your place or donate your space for us to fill with someone who could use a break!

Early Bird Registration:
$220 thru Sept 30th

Looking for the Intro to Tapestry Weaving Class? Coming up in October 2024!