Freestyle Weaving

4870 Gray Road,Cincinnati OH 45232

16 October, 2021

Description

Explore variations on plain weave on a rigid heddle, floor, or table loom. Freestyle WeavingSaturday, October 15, 10am -2pm Instructor: Lorain Pettit $50 Materials fee: $5-$30**, see explanation below Experience level: None needed, but ability to warp for plain weave is helpful. Class limit: 10 Come and join us for a day of fun exploration in weaving. This class will explore variations on plain weave, including structural and non-structural techniques and is open to anyone interested in weaving without worrying about the precision needed in a traditional weaving experience. Floor, table, or rigid heddle looms are appropriate for this class, as long as they can produce plain weave. If you do not own a loom, the use of a Guild loom is available and can be warped, if needed, for an additional fee. Participants may bring yarns and other items for inclusion in their weaving. The instructor will also bring yarn and other items for use as well. **Materials fee: $5 if using your own loom, supplies and handouts provided$15 for Guild loom rental, supplies, and handouts$30 for Guild loom rental, pre-warped by instructor, supplies, and handouts. You must contact the instructor at the time of registration if you want this option.Questions about this class? Want to rent a Guild loom? Want a pre-warped Guild loom? Contact the instructor, Lorain Pettit, at [email protected]. Current Guild policies require that unvaccinated participants wear a mask any time they are at the house. Those vaccinated against COVID-19 may go unmasked. Teachers may request all participants wear a mask. COVID-19 policies may change according to the guidelines of the CDC and the State of Ohio. Problems registering? Email the Education Committee. Your fee will be refunded if the class is canceled or changed to a different date. Three registrations are required for a class to be held. Students will be notified before the start date if a class is canceled due to an insufficient number of students. Eventbrite processing and credit card payment fees will not be refunded if a student cancels for any reason. The Weavers Guild of Greater Cincinnati, Inc. was created in 1948 as a non-profit educational organization to promote interest in handweaving. Today, the Guild offers education in a wide range of fiber processes and techniques, including weaving, felting, spinning, basketry, knitting, and dyeing. Guild members are from the Cincinnati metropolitan area and surrounding communities, as well as from Kentucky and Indiana.  Members range in experience from beginners to professionals. All benefit from the Guild's priorities: education through classes, workshops, programs, study groups; sharing information and fiber techniques with other members and community groups; and promoting and supporting local fiber producers and businesses.  After 50 years of meeting in various churches throughout Greater Cincinnati, the Guild has its own home at 4870 Gray Road in Spring Grove Village.