PATTERNED BAND WEAVING ON A BACKSTRAP RIGID HEDDLE LOOM
WITH CAROLINE FEYLING
Saturday and Sunday, April 25th - 26th, 2026
9:00am - 4:00pm, each day
Handwoven bands can be so much more than trim or decoration. Historically, patterned bands were used in Scandinavia and the Baltics for everything from hair ties, to belts, or even swaddling bands! These bands decorated the ordinary through use of bright colors and bold patterns.
Explore the beautiful yet utilitarian world of band weaving with Scandinavian weaver, textile artist, and teacher, Caroline Feyling. Over the course of two days, students will learn to weave patterned bands on a backstrap style rigid heddle. In class we will weave a sample along with a longer band between 36 and 72 inches in length. At the end of this class students will be able to design, set up, and weave pickup bands independently.
This technique is well suited to students with prior band weaving experience who are looking to expand their skills. Enthusiastic beginners are welcome as well. A basic tool kit and materials will be provided by the teacher with the option to purchase additional weaving tools at the end of the class.
Class Details
Age Requirement: this class is for adults and youth 14-17 if their parent or guardian is also registered for the class.
Location: Wade Hardware
Students bring: all tools and materials provided.
Tuition: $170
Materials fee: $40
Please note: you will be redirected to a Square link to finalize your registration.
Accessibility note: ability to sit for extended periods of time and see fine details. This technique can cause lower back strain.
Need a scholarship to attend a class? We offer full and half tuition awards (scholarships do not apply to class materials fee). Email info@tarweedfolkschool.com to register.
Tarweed Folk School values increasing access to practical arts and place-based skills. Our goal is to make our classes accessible to anyone with an interest in learning. Please consider that our classrooms take place inside and outdoors with varying amenities (think of parking, seating, walking surfaces, and bathroom options, for example). We are happy to provide any information or answer any questions about accessibility or accommodations for any of our classes and locations. Please email us if you have comments, concerns, or questions.
