Introduction to Rigid Heddle Weaving

Sanjo Silk Ltd & the Silk Weaving Studio

The Silk Weaving Studio & Sanjo Silk present a live, in-person weaving class! 3 evenings, 
March 27, April 3 & 10 -6:30-9:00 each evening

The Silk Weaving Studio

This course will take you from being a non-weaver to being a weaver. It will introduce you to 2 types of weaving on a super portable Knitter’s Loom, a type of rigid heddle loom.- Balanced, flat weaving – used for wearables, table linens, etc.- Textural work – suitable for decorative wall hangings and artYou’ll get a bag full of interesting yarns to use as weft in your work, as well as beautiful Sanjo Silk 50% Silk 50% Merino Wool 12/3 (#10-056 ) for your warps.You’ll become knowledgeable about the loom, the materials, and the basic technique of weaving; how to put the warp on, and take the finished work off; how to introduce texture to your work.You’ll learn what you need to know in order to proceed to weaving wearable pieces, table linens or tea towels. You’ll also learn techniques for creating textural creative pieces. And you’ll know the differences in how to approach these 2 types of weaving.Join the fun, be part of a real-live class, be inspired by the creativity of your classmates, and become a weaver!The class will be held at the beautiful and inspiring Silk Weaving Studio (in the Sandbar courtyard on Granville Island)3 Thursday evenings March 27, April 3 &amp; April 10, 2025 6:30-9 each eveningMaximum class size is 5 to allow for lots of personal attention.$295, includes most of the materials you’ll need, and the at-home use of the loom for 3 weekswww.silkweavingstudio.comwww.sanjosilk.comCANCELLATIONSWe strive to create a well thought out and engaging experience for students within an intimate setting. Unfortunately, we are not able to refund workshops under any circumstances due to the time and preparation required in advance of the workshops.Workshops are fully transferable, and we’re happy to accommodate a friend or family member to come in your place. Please contact sanjosilk@gmail.com if you need to arrange for an alternate attendee.COMMUNICATIONWhen you register, pease provide an email address that you monitor regularly, to check for updates regarding the class

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