Introduction to Weaving (Online)

Description

A series of online classes that will build up your weaving techniques step-by-step and result in a piece of weaving that you will be able to display on a wall. Suitable for complete beginners and those who would like to revise weaving basics. This will provide you with a foundation to weave your own art tapestry pieces or move on to another type of weaving. You will receive a weaving loom sent to you in the post. So this is an excellent value for money class.

Part 1:

We will learn to put a warp on our frames, knot the base and start learning tapestry weaving, with a wide range of colours of wool yarns. Learn to combine the yarns and weave blocks of colour. A simple fringe can also be added if desired.

Part 2:

Learn to build up angles in your weaving, and weave outlining techniques, including soumak and other textural effects.

Part 3:

Learn to weave curves, as a basis for a landscape or even to create a circle in your design.

Part 4:

Build on your colour blending and textural weaving techniques to complete your finished piece. You will learn how to finish off your weaving and cut it from the loom.

Information: Notes on warping-up and the techniques learnt will be provided. At each session, we will revise warping-up and Jackie will demonstrate the techniques and provide guidance and feedback. You will work at your own pace. There will be the option to weave at home between sessions if you wish. Suitable for complete beginners and those with some weaving experience.

Materials List

Please bring:

Scissors, ruler, pencil, old dining fork, and a large bulldog clip.

You will be sent in the post the other materials that you can keep - this is a full kit to learn to weave. So please ensure you give your current delivery address when you book. The kit includes: Weaving kit, containing yarns, written handouts, and a handmade wooden frame loom.

As this is an online class you need a computer or tablet with Zoom and an internet connection. You will receive an email with a link to attend the meeting ahead of your first session.

Fees & Further Information

• To join all of our courses you must be able to follow written and verbal instructions and you may be invited to take part in group discussions. Please look at the rest of the course outline carefully to decide if you may benefit from any additional support to help you to take part in this class. Please contact the office if you require any further information.
• If you have a disability, learning difficulty or mental health issue which may affect your participation in your chosen course please contact the office prior to enrolling. If you will need to bring a career or support worker with you to the class, please inform the office when enrolling so we can make arrangements.

Access/ Parking

• Much as we would like to provide access for all, the Folk House has no level access or accessible facilities.
• We have no onsite car parking at the Bristol Folk House but there are many paid parking spots in the area. Please visit our website or ask us for details on parking.
• We are on a busy bus route and have plenty of bike racks in our courtyard garden.