Learn to Weave a Tartan Shawl:
Experience level: beginner
Duration: 7 hours, beginning at 10 am
Instructor: Deborah Livingston-Lowe, Upper Canada Weaving
In this interactive 7 hour class, participants will learn the fundamentals of weaving. Each student will produce a wool shawl on a four harness floor loom. Students will design their own colour palette on a twill, herringbone or diamond weave structure to create a one-of-a-kind shawl. The shawl will be finished using a twisted fringe. Students will be provided with wash and care instructions.
Please bring slippers or soft soled shoes for this class.
Included in the class fee:
-each student will use a loom which has been set up ready to weave
-each loom has a unique Tartan sett in the warp
-a choice of wool yarn in a variety of colours for weaving (the weft)
-use of boat shuttles
-hand-outs and instructional links
Cancellation policy: Cancellations or changes must be made be made 30 days prior to your first class.
*Please note that classes are held in our basement classroom which unfortunately may be inaccessible to those with mobility needs*
Next Business Day Delivery within the Toronto area is currently unavailable
