Navajo Style Weaving: Beginner - Intermediate
This class is taught on Navajo style frame looms. These looms are a portable and simple in design. This is a slower way of weaving when compared to weaving on floor looms; however many weavers prefer the Navajo system over the large treadle floor loom. Techniques taught in the three day class will include: complete set up of a Navajo loom, designing and executing a tapestry including stripes, angles and vertical lines. If time allows students can delve into techniques such as blending, ojos, hatching and others. Tapestry techniques taught in this class are the same as those taught in Beginning Weaving and will transfer to weaving on floor looms.
This class is taught on Navajo style frame looms. These looms are a portable and simple in design. This is a slower way of weaving when compared to weaving on floor looms; however many weavers prefer the Navajo system over the large treadle floor loom. Techniques taught in the three day class will include: complete set up of a Navajo loom, designing and executing a tapestry including stripes, angles and vertical lines. If time allows students can delve into techniques such as blending, ojos, hatching and others. Tapestry techniques taught in this class are the same as those taught in Beginning Weaving and will transfer to weaving on floor looms.
Backstrap Weaving: Beginner - Advanced
This course explores the fascinating and
versatile uses for the backstrap loom.
The backstrap loom is simple in design, consisting of some straight sticks, rope
and a strap behind the weaver's back. It is the only system I have found that
allows you carry your whole project with you in your backpack or purse! The
backstrap loom is used today all over the world by women and men on the go, and
of exquisite weaving traditions. Each member of the class will learn to warp a
backstrap loom, plan a project and execute a weaving. This class is for first time
weavers as well as expert weavers who want to try something new.
The backstrap loom is simple in design, consisting of some straight sticks, rope
and a strap behind the weaver's back. It is the only system I have found that
allows you carry your whole project with you in your backpack or purse! The
backstrap loom is used today all over the world by women and men on the go, and
of exquisite weaving traditions. Each member of the class will learn to warp a
backstrap loom, plan a project and execute a weaving. This class is for first time
weavers as well as expert weavers who want to try something new.
Rio Grande Walking Loom Weaving Classes: Any ability level
The walking loom was introduced to New Mexico by early Spanish settlers. It is still the loom of choice for many weavers in this region. The walking loom is a floor loom that is operated standing up instead of sitting down. Most who use a walking loom find to be ergonomic and much more comfortable than sit down looms.
In this class we will weave small rugs and learn many tapestry techniques.
Private Instruction: All Levels
Private weaving instruction is available. Lessons are taught at Weaving Southwest in downtown Taos, New Mexico. To set up a time to do a private lesson contact Kim (info at the top of the page). We would love to help you work out a problem or start from the beginning! Please keep in mind that weaving can not be learned in an hour or even in a day- you need to have some time to devote in order to master the technicalities of the craft. You will receive a lot of personal attention in our classes because class sizes are very small. However, if you have a specific area you need help in, or can't find a class on the schedule that suits your needs and interests, private instruction may be for you!
Private weaving instruction is available. Lessons are taught at Weaving Southwest in downtown Taos, New Mexico. To set up a time to do a private lesson contact Kim (info at the top of the page). We would love to help you work out a problem or start from the beginning! Please keep in mind that weaving can not be learned in an hour or even in a day- you need to have some time to devote in order to master the technicalities of the craft. You will receive a lot of personal attention in our classes because class sizes are very small. However, if you have a specific area you need help in, or can't find a class on the schedule that suits your needs and interests, private instruction may be for you!
Cost: $25 per hour
