Creative Weaving Workshop: Clasped Wefts

Prerequisite: To register, participants must have successfully completed 577’s Learn to Weave class.
This class is for those who have taken Learn to Weave and would like to continue to weave on a rigid heddle loom with plenty of technical assistance and design advice. Creative Weaving Workshops will begin with a quick refresh of weaving techniques and then a demo of a new technique to build your skills.
Class will begin with a demonstration of clasped wefts and different ways to use them in your weaving. This versatile technique uses two weft yarns that interlock inside the shed creating a tapestry-like effect. Whether you are interested in weaving samples just to practice, creating another mug rug, trying a new color palette, or designing a wall-hanging to decorate your home--this is a great opportunity to use 577’s looms to further your weaving skills—or to unwind and enjoy the weaving process for relaxation.
A variety of different yarns will be available for you to get creative with, and looms will be pre-warped. Participants will weave a project of their choice.
Class Note: Participants must have taken Learn to Weave prior to taking a Creative Weaving Workshop. You will work on pre-warped looms 5” in width and be able to weave up to 12” in length. All projects must be cut off loom 15 minutes before the end of the session to allow for cleanup. This class does not include individual instruction on dressing the loom or other techniques not covered in demo or Learn to Weave prerequisite class.
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CLASS INFO:
Date: Friday, July 10
Time: 2pm to 5pm
Fee: $38
Age: 16+
Location: Cottage
Parking: Courtyard Parking Lot
Register by phone at 419-874-4174 or online at 577foundation.org/classes-events/fiber-arts
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Community Instructor: Ellen Seeburger
Ellen is a multi-talented artist with many years of experience as a hand weaver and fiber arts instructor. She studied weaving at a traditional folk school in Sweden, and she also works as an illustrator and graphic designer. She enjoys bringing creative elements of her design work into her weaving practice and her classes at 577, where she is excited to share her love of fiber arts in a community-oriented environment.