Dates: Wednesdays, June 26, July 3 and July 10, 6:00 – 9:00pm each day. Ticket: $100. Instructor: Janie Yates. Materials fee: $15. Skills Needed: Beginner. No weaving experience needed. Class Limit: 6

Tablet weaving is a centuries old technique of weaving sturdy narrow bands with a multitude of uses. There are several ways to create patterns with this technique. In this introductory class, students will learn one of the simplest techniques – threaded in pattern. We will cover the basics of reading a pattern draft, measuring a warp, threading the cards, starting and ending wefts, and managing selvedges. This is an introductory class and no weaving experience is required.

NOTE: Please refrain from wearing scented lotion or perfume as the instructor is extremely sensitive to fragrance.

Supplies to Bring:

• scissors and note-taking materials.
• a beverage and a snack.

• materials fee payable to the instructor at start of class. Cash or check only accepted.

Problems registering? Contact the Education Committee at classes@weaversguildcincinnati.org.

Questions about this class? Contact the instructor, Janie Yates at janie.yates67@gmail.com.

About Janie…If I had to describe myself in one line it would be this: Jane of All Trades, Artist at Large. For a very long time I felt pressure to narrow my focus and pick one media to master but I just could not do it. I am not just a weaver or a painter or a clothing designer or a teacher. I am all of these and more.

By the time I entered college I was proficient in crochet, macrame, tatting, embroidery, beadwork and sewing. I began my college career with an emphasis in drawing and painting but switched half way though to textiles. It was at Berea College that I learned to weave and to dye fabric using shibori and batik. After college I added colored pencil painting, decorative painting, clothing design, basketry, beaded jewelry, spinning, kumihimo, bobbin lace, several forms of band weaving, shoe making to my list of trades.

I married soon after college and had my son and daughter and for the next 24 years was very fortunate to be a full time mom. While my children were growing up I continued to acquire new skills and perfect existing ones through study, research and workshops. During this time I also began teaching numerous and widely varied textile related classes to children and adults. It gives me great satisfaction to teach a student a new skill that brings them joy.

I still have a very deep need to learn about and do everything related to yarn and fabric. And I still love to draw and paint. And I love to teach. I have about 14 pans in the fire at all times … and that’s just fine.

If you are not feeling well, please contact the instructor instead of coming to the class. On a case-by-case basis, we may be able to reschedule you into a future class or provide a make-up lesson. Ticket fees are not normally refunded.

Depending on the CDC guidelines for Hamilton County at the time the class is held, a mask may be required. If so, you will be notified before the first class.

Unless specifically stated, Weavers Guild classes are designed for ages 18 and above. On a case-by-case basis, a minor may be permitted to register for a class but must be accompanied by a registered adult who agrees to assist the minor during the class. Contact the Education Committee Chair at classes@weaversguildcincinnati.org for permission before registering any minor in a class.

Fees are non-refundable. Your fee will only be refunded if the class is canceled or changed to a different date. Three registrations are required for a class to be held. Students will be notified before the start date if a class is canceled due to an insufficient number of students. Eventbrite processing and credit card payment fees will not be refunded if a student cancels for any reason.