Beginning Weaving
This class is designed to give beginning weavers an opportunity to create a textured wall hanging on a simple frame loom. Students will learn how to set up the loom and how to use traditional and contemporary stitches to create a wall hanging sampler. They will also learn how to remove their finished work from the loom and add meaningful finishing touches to enhance their work.
At the end of this course, students will not only have a completed wall hanging to enjoy. They will also have access to an online “Stitch Library,” that they can access whenever they need to review stitches or techniques.
About jan rust
Jan loved creating artwork from the time she was a child. She received a BA degree in art and education in 1970 and between 1970-1980 she taught art to students ages 5-adult in Mississippi, Pennsylvania, Massachusetts, and Washington.
Between 1980-2010, Jan was busy raising a family and working as an educator. Although she never lost interest in her artistic pursuits, time was filled with a busy family and a busy job.
In 2010, Jan retired, moved to Sandpoint, and focused her attention back to creating art. One of her passions became textured, sculptural weavings. She has traveled throughout the Pacific Northwest to work with prominent weavers and learn unusual weaving techniques. She loves spending her time at POAC and she is having a great time in the Joyce Dillon Studio.
Schedule
March 26, April 2, 9, 11:00 am -2:00 pm
Supply list/Fee
At no cost, students will be provided the following supplies, on loan, for the duration of the class:
A 20” x 16” Frame Loom
A wooden weaving needle
A tapestry needle
A weaving comb
All yarn will be provided for a $30.00 cash supply fee, due to the instructor at the first class session. If a student prefers to bring their own yarn, the supply fee will be waived.
In addition to the provided supplies, students will need to bring the following items to class:
A pair of sharp scissors
A bag or container to carry their weaving and tools back and forth to class.