Weaving: Rigid Heddle Loom (5 session)
Adult Class | Registration opens Monday, July 6, 2026 8:00 AM EDT
Explore the art of weaving in this five-week class designed for beginners and those looking to strengthen their foundational skills. Using a rigid heddle loom, students will learn the complete weaving process, from warping the loom to creating finished cloth. Through guided projects and exercises, participants will develop an understanding of weaving structure, pattern, color, and texture while building confidence in their technical skills and creative decision-making.
What You Will Learn:
- The parts and function of a rigid heddle loom.
- How to measure, plan, and warp a loom.
- Fundamental weaving techniques and structures, including balanced weave and simple patterning.
- How color, texture, and yarn choice influence woven cloth.
- Techniques for finishing and caring for handwoven textiles.
- Strategies for designing and planning future weaving projects.
Lena Kolb
Lena Kolb is a visual artist using weaving, dyeing and image making to reflect on the power of fantasy and memory to shape our understanding of the world and our place within it.
https://www.lenakolb.com/