Beginner Rigid Heddle: A 2 Part Class

Description:

This class is your introduction into rigid heddle weaving. In the first class, students
will  learn how to dress a loom, and will be weaving by the time class ends.
Between classes, looms can be taken home for a week of weaving practice
and exploration. 

      The second class begins with cutting off your sample and learning  finishing
techniques. Participants will dress their looms a second time, learn to hemstitch,
learn about appropriate yarns and sett, with tips and tricks included to get you
excited about this new weaving journey!

Note: Schacht Cricket Looms will be provided for use. Various yarns will be provided for practice. Please bring a scissors, tape measure, tapestry needle.

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Location: Hartford Artisans Weaving Center, 42 Woodland Street Hartford

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Fee: $120 by check. $125 by credit.
You will have the option to purchase or rent your loom at the end of class.

 

Dates: Saturday July 30 and August 6 with Roberta and Lisa

 

Time: 9:30am-12:30pm each day

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Rigid heddle looms are small, easy to store, and simple to set up. While the word "rigid" might suggest limited options, this loom style allows for versatile patterns and techniques.

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This class option is wonderful for those interested in beginning to understand weaving, or advancing students who would like a more portable loom option.

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We are an authorized Schacht loom dealer, so you can buy rigid heddle looms directly from the Weaving Center if you are interested.

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Note: All weaving classes are held on our lower level classroom which is only accessible by stairs. 

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