Tapestry & Navajo
Left: Navajo Weaving Basics. Center: Introduction to Tapestry. Right: Continuing Navajo.
Introduction to Tapestry
Discover the creativity and beauty of tapestry weaving. Students will experience the different yarns used, the importance of even tension, and the basic techniques to create shapes and line. The focus of this class is on weaving with a treadled (with floor pedals) tapestry loom freeing up your hands for weaving. The looms will be warped and ready to weave at the start of class. There will be a discussion on the history, as well as contemporary examples of tapestry today. Students will also learn how to warp the treadled loom and a simple frame loom to fully understand the process of tapestry weaving.
867 Mondays, September 14, 21, 28, October 5, 12 & 19: 6pm-9pm
Instructor: Pamela J. Davis | Level: Beginning
Tuition: $178/$149 Members | Materials Fee: $20
Navajo Weaving Basics
Learn the basic techniques of Navajo weaving. In the first weekend session students will make selvege cords, discuss design elements, warp the vertical Navajo loom, and begin weaving. During the following sessions, we will weave a small rug while exploring the design possibilities of the various tapestry techniques used in traditional Navajo weaving. It will be necessary for students to weave between classes; the looms are portable and may be taken home between sessions. Students who have previously studied Navajo weaving may explore more advanced techniques or continue working on their unfinished project.
868 Tuesdays, September 29, October 6, 20, 27, November 3, 10 & 17: 6-9pm, Saturday, October 3: 10am - 4pm, and Sunday, October 4: 12pm-4:30pm
Instructor: Betty Glynn Carlson | Level: Beginning
Tuition: $317/$264 Members | Materials Fee: $25 loom rental fee; $30 for yarn. Following class, looms may be purchased from the instructor.
Continuing Navajo
This class is designed to develop your skills in the basic tapestry techniques used in Navajo weaving. If you are working on your first Navajo weaving, this class is a great opportunity to work on an unfinished piece, learn finishing techniques, or practice spinning Navajo warp. More experienced Navajo weavers may practice advanced techniques. Materials that should be brought to class by the student: Navajo loom and tools for weaving (batten, fork, long needles, etc). Students are encouraged to weave between classes.
869 Tuesdays, November 24, December 1 & 8: 6:00pm - 9:00pm
Instructor: Betty Glynn Carlson | Level: Advanced Beginning - Advanced
Tuition: $89/$74 Members | Materials Fee: $25 loom rental fee; $30 for yarn. Following class, looms may be purchased from the instructor.