With infinite possibilities for designing with color, how is a weaver to choose one that is appealing and meaningful? Name drafting is a loose set of techniques that starts with a name, word or phrase and translates it into a pattern. It may be stripes, colors, blocks of pattern, a threading sequence or any other variable chosen by the designer. With it, subtle designs create secret messages in the woven fabric. What could be more personal than a baby’s name encoded in a blanket or a special message encrypted in a scarf? In this class, we’ll play with different techniques and generate lots of inspiration for future projects!
Supplies: graph paper, colored pencils, ruler and computer (Mac or PC) with weaving SW (optional). Other supplies will be provided.
Date: Friday, November 14, 2025Time: 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Cost: $60.00 credit card; $55.00 cash/check
includes all materials
To pay by cash/check, email the studio.
Minimum 3 students; maximum 10.
Name Drafting 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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