Beginner's Tapestry Weaving
Learn the art of tapestry weaving.
Discover the joy of tapestry weaving in this fun, hands-on workshop suitable for beginners or as a refresher to sharpen up past learning. Students will learn how to warp up a loom, basic techniques, warp / weft ratios & trouble shooting.
Some basic weaving experience would be handy, but not essential.
Details
You will learn
- Students will learn how to warp up a loom, basic techniques, warp / weft ratios & trouble shooting.
You will get
- How to warp up a loom & basic techniques.
Appropriate for
Beginners welcome, no experience needed
Preparation
What to bring
- Students need to bring a tapestry frame.
- If the student does not have a metal adjustable frame, a simple timber frame with NO notches would be good.
- Bobbins (bobbins will be available for purchase in the class) & variety of weft yarns.
What to wear
Comfortable Casual Clothing
Your Teacher
Your Tutor is Joy Smith she has been weaving tapestries since completing a TAFE course in 1982. As well as working in 2 commercial studios she has had her own studio practise & exhibited in numerous solo & group shows in Australia & Overseas. Joy has taught at a variety of institutions & community groups.
Organized by
Handweavers & Spinners Guild of Victoria
The Guild's aim is to bring together those who practise handweaving, spinning and allied crafts and to help and encourage them to increase their knowledge, understanding and skills by discussion, demonstration, exhibition, teaching and the provision of quality resource materials.
Our Guild rooms house an excellent library and craft supply, sell members work and host a wonderful range of interest groups, classes and workshops.
We have members and affiliated groups throughout the state.
Come and join us!
Cancellations & Refunds
If the organiser cancels the class:
You are entitled to a full refund.
If you can't attend the class:
You’re welcome to send someone in your place.
OR
- A refund can be requested 7 days before class starts. Free of charge.
- A transfer can be requested 7 days before the class starts. Free of charge.
No changes will be allowed after these times.
We recommend the refund upgrade option upon checkout in case you’re not able to attend the class. Learn more about refund upgrade option.
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