Inkle Loom Weaving Workshop
Skill Level: No skill necessary
Description: An inkle loom is a special type of loom that is specialized in making braided tapes. These tapes can be used to make lanyards, leashes, belts, bookmarks, purse handles and many other items where a strong narrow fabric is needed.
Duration: 1 Session of 3 hours
Date and Time: Saturday, April 30, 2020 from 12:30 – 3:30 pm
(We can schedule a class on Wednesday afternoons during the summer for 2 or more students)
Class Cost: $40
Materials: Loom and DK cotton yarn will be provided for the class.
Ashford Inklette Looms are available for purchase
Instructor: Roberta
Stop in or call the shop (508) 316-3901 for more information or to register
Introduction to Weaving
Date: Friday, May 6, 2022 (2 seats available - no more weaving classes till fall)
Time: 9:00 am – 3:00+ pm
Class Fee:$75.00
Materials Fee:$12.00 - $25.00 depending on the selection of yarns for the class
Coffee, tea and bottled water will be provided; please bring a bag lunch.
Description:
We will be using Shacht 15” Cricket looms for this class, provided by Three Bags Full. We will begin by warping our looms and continue to weave a placemat 12 inches wide and approximately 18 inches long. Cricket Looms may be purchased at Three Bags Full.
In this class you will learn:
· How to warp a loom
· How to wind your shuttle
· Weaving Terminology
· Parts of a loom and the accessories
· How to choose yarns for weaving
· Discussion on heddles and dents
· How to weave a header
· How to create a plain weave placemat
· Finishing your placemat
Rabbit in the Round Workshop
Skill Level: Intermediate Knitter (you must be able to knit in the round DPN’s or Magic Loop)
Description: The cutest little bunny knit seamlessly and in the round. Using DK weight – this is a small toy great for a baby or add it to your favorite child’s birthday package. You’ll be the star of the baby shower with this bunny attached to your gift.
Duration: 2 weeks for 2 hours
Date: Saturdays – June 4 & 11, 2022 from 1:00 – 3:00 pm
Class Cost: $45
Materials: 2 skeins of Vintage Baby (1 for the bunny, 1 for the sweater). We will provide the yarn for the eyes, nose, pom-pom for the tail and fiberfill stuffing. Size US 3 DPN’s or 40” circular for magic loop. 1 stitch marker, darning needle.
Instructor: Roberta
Stop in or call the shop (508) 316-3901 to register.
Felted Mitered Square Bag Workshop
Skill Level: Advanced Knitter
Description: Knit up this awesome bag and felt it down to size. We use Noro Kureyon yarn which does all the color work for us! Knit up some handles to felt or purchase some leather handles to finish your bag. Use it as a purse, a project bag or make a couple for those hard to knit for individuals. We will also walk you through the felting process.
Duration: 3 weeks for 2 hours
Date: Saturdays – June 18 & 25 and July 9, 2022 from 1:00 – 3:00 pm
Class Cost: $70
Materials: 5 skeins Noro Kureyon, size US 9 needle and 1 removable stitch marker
Instructor: Roberta
Stop in or call the shop (508) 316-3901 to register.
Inclinations Cowl Workshop
Skill Level: Advanced Knitter
Description: One of Andrea Mowry’s newest and most popular designs. This squishy colorful fabric makes the perfect cowl. Using Half Fisherman’s Rib pattern to create this gorgeous texture. Select any colorful yarns in DK, Sport or Fingering weight and you can’t go wrong. With its i-cord edging and bind-off and a short seam you’ll get this easy-to-wear garment.
Duration: 3 weeks for 2 hours
Dates: Saturdays – July 23 & 30 and August 5, 2022 from 1:00 – 3:00 pm
Class Cost: $70
Materials: Size US 2 needle and 2 skeins of contrasting yarn (DK, Sport or Fingering)
Instructor: Roberta
Stop in or call the shop (508) 316-3901 to register.