Intermed Rigid Heddle Weaving 3 - Nov 8

Join Caroline Levin for class, Nov 8, noon - 3:30.

Intermediate Weaving 3—  Lace-effect table runner

 

This class is for those who are ready for a more complex project on their rigid heddle loom. You’ll weave a cotton table runner with a lace-like effect. Pick-up sticks create the pattern.  A loom with a 12-inch weaving width is required and a heddle/reed with 12 dents per inch. Warp yarn will be available when you register.  

There is homework!  You’ll need to warp your loom at home before class. Thread one thread per slot and hole.  If you need help, contact Caroline ahead of time.

 

What you’ll learn:

 

Project worksheet

Pick-up stick technique

Creating professional-looking hems or hemstitching

Preventing draw-in

Keeping track of project length

Review of other foundation techniques

Finishing techniques to complete at home – hem sewing, hand-hemstitching, wet finishing

 

What’s provided for you:

 

8/4 cotton rug warp for both warp and weft

 

Materials you need to bring:

 

Loom with a 12” weaving width

A pre-wound warp of 8/4 cotton yarn rolled on to your loom and threaded. Acquire warping instructions from The Yarn Underground.

Table clamps or loom stand

A reed of 12 dents per inch (available for purchase)

Scissors

Pencil

A measuring tape

1 stick shuttle

1-2 Pick-up sticks

Some worsted-weight waste yarn if you have it

 

Class time:

3 hours

 

Class size:

Minimum of two students, Maximum of 10 students