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2026 Summer Workshop
A Little Something Extra: Supplementary Warps and Wefts
A round-Robin Workshop
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A sample from the Supplementary Warps and Wefts Workshop
​​​Registration for our Summer Programs will open May 4, 2026 at 9am​​
A Little Something Extra: Supplementary Warps and Wefts,
A 3 Day Round-Robin Workshop with Ellen Hess
In this round robin workshop, participants will explore compound weave structures using supplementary warp and weft elements to create patterning and textures. Used in regional weaving traditions for centuries, additional warp or weft yarns offer the weaver a way to embellish a basic weave structure like plain weave with surface interest and simple to ornate design elements.
Using 4- and 8-shaft threadings, participants will explore the wide range of weave structures
possible with supplementary warps, supplementary wefts or both, and learn techniques for
tensioning supplementary warps.
Requirements: A 4 or eight shaft table or floor loom.
Supplies Needed:
-Two shuttles and extra bobbins
-Various colors of yarn in the appropriate size indicated in instructions for weft
-Warp weights, pins, needles, scissors, and other tools you might need
Skill Level: This Workshop is perfect for Advanced beginners to Advanced level floor loom
weavers and would like to create a series of samples through the exploration of this structure.
Note: See registration options below
About the Instructor:
Textile designer and weaver Ellen Hess designed woven textiles for domestic and European textile firms. She teaches weaving and CAD at the Fashion Institute of Technology in New York City, and has taught at the Newark Museum Arts Workshop, The Visual Arts Center of NJ, Brookfield Craft Center, Peter’s Valley Craft Education Center, and national/regional fiber conferences: Convergence, MidAtlantic Fiber Association (MAFA) & Stitches East. Ellen offers live and virtual programs and workshops around the country.
A Little Something Extra: Supplementary: A 3 Day Round-Robin Workshop
Instructor: Ellen Hess
Location: Hartford Artisans Weaving Center, 42 Woodland Street Hartford
Date: August 28, 29, and 30, 2026
Time: 9:30am-4:30pm with a break for lunch
Suggested Age: 16+
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Registration and Fee options: Please choose from one of the options below
Note: if you choose option 1 or 2, Ellen will email you and assign you a warp based on the information you provide. Your warp assignment will be emailed to you by July 15, 2026. When choosing the option that is best for you, please consider your skill level, ability to transport an 4 or 8 shaft loom (including down a flight of stairs) and comfort in others using your loom in a round-robin format.
All price options include a $20 materials fee for a workshop booklet which is yours to keep.
Option 1: Provide your own loom
In this option you will be assigned a warp by Ellen, you are responsible for your warp fiber/colors, warp winding and dressing of your own 4 or 8 shaft loom which you will transport to the Weaving Center and share for the round-robin style workshop. You should be experienced in independently warping a loom. A 4 or 8 shaft table loom or floor loom is suitable for this workshop.
Skill Level: Intermediate/ Advanced weaver owning/able to transport/willing to share use of your loom
Fee: $355 payable by check or credit
Option 2: Rent and Prepare Loom at the Weaving Center
In this option you will be assigned a warp by Ellen and will be assigned a 4 or 8 shaft floor loom at the Weaving Center. You’re responsible for your warp fiber/color and independently winding your warp and dressing your assigned loom. The classroom studio and your assigned loom will be available from August 17-27 during normal Weaving Center hours for warp winding, threading and preparation.
Skill Level: Intermediate/ Advanced weaver. You should be experienced in independently warping a loom.
Fee: $380 payable by check or credit
Option 3: Loom preparation by Weaving Center
Register for this option and leave your loom preparation to us! Students who choose this option will use a loom and warp provided by the Weaving Center. Just bring your supplies and be ready to weave!
Skill Level: Advanced Beginner and up.
Fee: $430 payable by check or credit
Please Review Our Additional Registration Information and Refund Policy
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Check payment is due within 2 weeks of your registration to secure your spot.
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Students should be aware: Good manual dexterity is a necessity. Shoulder, elbow, and wrist movement are needed to wind a warp and dress a loom; floor loom weaving requires hip, knee, and foot movement. Weaving does involve repetitive motion; students may take breaks as needed.
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Our classrooms and studios are currently only accessible by a flight of stairs.
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Refund Policy and Class Cancellations:
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The Weaving Center reserves the right to cancel a class due to low enrollment. Should we do so, registered students will receive a full refund.
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For active classes cancelled due to weather or instructor illness, a make-up time will be scheduled.
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Registered Students: Please notify the Weaving Center as soon as possible if there is a need to cancel your registration.
- If there is a waiting list and the spot can be filled, a 3% processing fee will be deducted from the total refund if you have paid by credit. If you have paid by check and the spot can be filled, you will receive a full refund.
- If a spot cannot be filled, no refund will be offered. This includes absences due to unexpected events or personal circumstances such as illness. Please contact us if supplies are included as part of the registration fee.
- We do not offer credit towards another class.
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No-shows forfeit any refund and make-up classes (for instances other than weather related cancellations or instructor illness) are not offered.
updated July 2025​
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