WOVEN BANDS ON A BACKSTRAP RIGID HEDDLE LOOM
WITH CAROLINE FEYLING
This class consists of 3 Monday evenings (class in session)
November 3rd, 10th, and 17th
5:30 - 8:30 pm (3 hours each day, 9 hours total)
Handwoven bands can be so much more than trim or decoration. Bands woven on the rigid heddle date back hundreds of years in Scandinavia. Historically they were used for everything from hair ties, to rope, or even horse reins!
Explore the beautiful yet utilitarian world of band weaving with Scandinavian weaver, textile artist, and teacher, Caroline Feyling. Over the course of three sessions, students will learn to weave plainweave bands on a backstrap style rigid heddle. In class we will weave a sample along with two longer bands between 36 and 90 inches in length. At the end of this class students will be able to design, set up, and weave plainweave bands independently.
This portable and beginner friendly technique is an excellent first foray into the world of weaving. 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: $140
Materials fee: $40
To join the waitlist, please email us at info@tarweedfolkschool.com.
Accessibility note: ability to see fine details and sit for extended periods of time. Techniques used in this class 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.