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2025 Summer Workshop

Introduction to WeavePoint

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A screen capture of a draft in WeavePoint

Registration will open Monday May 5 at 9am

Introduction to WeavePoint: A 1 Day Workshop with Tara Patrina

This workshop will introduce any weaver who is ready to better understand the structures they work with and to begin designing their own fabrics to WeavePoint. We will begin as if you've never opened the application before. You will be walked through the program’s basic functions, how to organize your files for the best workflow, the basic skills you need to successfully use the program as well as some more advanced skills to get an idea on what else this program can do for you. It is recommended that you bring a notebook or laptop; WeavePoint has a free to use Demo version available for download for those who want to better follow along on their own laptops.

Skill Level: This Workshop is perfect if you are an Intermediate to Advanced level floor loom weaver with multi shaft weaving experience and understanding of basic weave structures. It is also helpful to have an understanding of profile drafts and block weave but is not necessary. 

Supplies Needed: Please bring a notebook. A laptop computer is optional but highly recommended

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About the Instructor: 

Tara Patrina was introduced to weaving in college and has been working with the Hartford Artisans Weaving Center since 2016. Tara was mentored by Fran Curran and they have been the Studio Designer for the Weaving Center since 2020, producing hundreds of drafts on Weave Point for the Artisan program.                                                                                                                                                       

Introduction to WeavePoint: A 1 Day Workshop with Tara Patrina

Skill Level:

Instructor: Tara Patrina

Location: Hartford Artisans Weaving Center, 42 Woodland Street Hartford

Fee: $125, payable by check or credit

Date: Tuesday August 5, 2025

Time: 9:30am-2:00pm with a break for lunch

Note: A laptop computer is highly recommended for this workshop

Suggested Age: 16+

Introduction to WeavePoint

Please Review Our Additional Registration Information

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  • Check payment is due within 2 weeks of your registration to secure your spot.

  • 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. 

  • Our classrooms and studios are currently only accessible by a flight of stairs.

  • Refunds and Class Cancellations: 

    • The Weaving Center reserves the right to cancel a class at any time. Should we do so, students will receive a full refund.

    • 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.

  • No-shows forfeit any refund and make-up classes are not offered.

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