Jun 15th
1:30–3:30pm CDT
Learn the art of weaving from scratch in Chicago, as you discover the basics of loom weaving, tapestry weaving, and more in this beginner-friendly class.
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Chicago Botanic Garden @ 1000 Lake Cook Road, Chicago, IL
Embark on a journey into the art of weaving with an introductory workshop designed for beginners. Explore traditional tapestry techniques such as interlocking, inlay, and shape-building, alongside a myriad of weaving styles including basket weave, twill, and pile. Unleash your creativity as you craft a small weaving masterpiece, guided by expert instruction and hands-on practice.
Evanston Art Center @ 1717 Central St, Evanston, IL
Explore weaving techniques of plain weave, twill, and rya while using a variety of materials. We will discover weavings from artists like Sheila Hicks, Gunta Stölzl, Lenore Tawney, and Suzanne Tick. Each day, we will focus on a different technique with cardboard looms and materials of your choice, allowing you to walk away with a weaving of your own! Skill Level: Beginner This interactive online class is presented via Zoom. Please...
TLD Design Center & Gallery @ 2619 Ridgeland Ave, Berwyn, IL
4-Shaft weaving for beginners. Students will learn the entire weaving process using our Design Center looms. New weavers are introduced immediately to our textile designer wall of fiber and choose their own colors and textures in the first session. This is a comprehensive class that includes project planning and step by step loom dressing and weaving. New weavers will come away from class with one completed project of their own design, together...
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Chicago Botanic Garden @ 1000 Lake Cook Road, Chicago, IL
This class is designed for beginning students to learn the basic techniques needed to weave a tapestry. We will explore ways of using surface, image, and text within a woven form to create independent projects. Students will be exposed to both contemporary and historical tapestries through weekly visual presentations and will participate in skill-building demonstrations to broaden their technical skills. Frame looms and warp and weft...
TLD Design Center & Gallery @ 2619 Ridgeland Ave, Berwyn, IL
This is a comprehensive class that includes project planning and step by step loom dressing and weaving. New weavers will come away from class with one completed project of their own design, together with an inspiring sampler of different fiber types and weave structures such as: basket weave, rib weave and a variety of twills. Weaver's first project is a choice of either a neck scarf or a table runner. The first session will meet on the day...
TLD Design Center & Gallery @ 26 E Quincy St, Westmont, IL
You want to learn to weave... but want a more portable project...or you find the bigger looms a bit intimidating? This is "real" weaving on a "real" loom. You'll find scarves in our gallery woven by Tammy on our rigid heddle looms (we defy you to discern the difference!). SAORI STYLE WEAVING is doable for your first project. During this 2 or 3 session class, students will learn how to plan a project (scarf, runner, purse fabric), measure...
You want to learn to weave... but want a more portable project...or you find the bigger looms a bit intimidating? This is "real" weaving on "real" looms. You'll find scarves in our gallery woven by Tammy on our rigid heddle looms (we defy you to discern the difference!). Saori Style Weaving is doable for your first project. During this 2 or 3 session class, students will learn how to plan a project (scarf, runner, purse fabric), measure the...
TLD Design Center & Gallery @ 26 E Quincy St, Westmont, IL
During this one session class, students will learn how to set up an inkle loom and start weaving belts, camera and other straps, trimmings, bookmarks and more. An inkle loom is an easy loom to set up and very portable if you travel. This loom is designed for weaving narrow projects such as the ones mentioned above. Note: Bring your own loom (or rent from the studio for $5 per week), heddles (or a strong string to make heddles),...
TLD Design Center & Gallery @ 2619 Ridgeland Ave, Berwyn, IL
Thrumori (Saori-like) First Time Weavers Intro to Intuitive Weaving Quick Start on Floor Loom Students will work on pre-dressed floor looms and receive instruction on basic loom operation and support throughout the weaving process. Each person be encouraged to weave from a place of exploration and intuition, designing their "Thrumori" at the loom. "Thrumori" is Tammy's term for a textile woven by recycling "Thrums" (weaver's warp...
TLD Design Center & Gallery @ 26 E Quincy St, Westmont, IL
4-Shaft weaving for beginners. Students will learn the entire weaving process using our Design Center looms,** New weavers are introduced immediately to our textile designer wall of fiber and choose their own colors and textures in the first session. This is a comprehensive class that includes project planning and step by step loom dressing and weaving. New weavers will come away from class with one completed project of their own design, together...
TLD Design Center & Gallery @ 26 E Quincy St, Westmont, IL
This is a comprehensive class that includes project planning and step by step loom dressing and weaving. New weavers will come away from class with one completed project of their own design, together with an inspiring sampler of different fiber types and weave structures such as: basket weave, rib weave and a variety of twills. Weaver's first project is a choice of either a neck scarf or a table runner. The first session will meet on the day and...
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