This series is designed for those who have taken a beginner class and want to know more. There will not be any weaving in the class, but optional homework will be suggested for those who wish to put the class concepts into practice. In all the classes, handouts and references for suggested reading will be provided. The series focus on multi-shaft looms and weavers. Most of the individual workshops are also appropriate for rigid heddle weavers.
Full descriptions in individual workshops. Workshops may be purchased separately.
Week 1. Yarn Explorations 9/12
Week 2. Intro to Fiberworks PCW 9/19
Week 3. Project Planning 9/26
Week 4. Overview of Weaving Structures 10/10
Week 5. Samplers and Gamps 10/31
Week 6. Name Drafting 11/14
Week 7. Intro to Doubleweave 11/21
Week 8. Finishing Handwovens 12/5
Dates: 8 Fridays between September 12 and December 5(see schedule above)
Time: 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Cost for Series of 8 Workshops:
$420.00 credit card;
$400.00 cash/check ($40 savings over individual price)
includes all materials
To register to pay by cash/check, email the studio.
Minimum 3 students; maximum 10.
Advanced Beginning Weaving Series with Penny Lacroix
Penny Lacroix is a fiber artist specializing in weaving and spinning. She is an active member of the Nashoba Valley Weavers’ Guild, the Weavers’ Guild of Boston, and the Boston Area Spinners and Dyers In all these forums, she appreciates the multitude of opportunities to interact with spinners and weavers of all levels and with other people in the arts community. She has completed the Explorations in Advanced Weaving program with Laurie Autio and the Apprentice rating through the Weavers’ Guild of Boston. Her resume includes Systems Engineer, Museum Educator at the former American Textile History Museum, Museum Director (in Westford MA), and ongoing activities as an 18th century reenactor. All her past experiences interweave in her current Fiber Arts career as she teaches weaving and spinning and presents textile programs to guilds and at historical venues. Penoix’s Weave Studio is based in her home in Westford, Massachusetts, which she shares with numerous looms and spinning wheels, her husband, and their furry companions.
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