Date: Thursday, July 17, 1pm – 4pm. Sales end: July 10. Ticket: $40. Instructor: Jennifer Myka. Materials fee: $20. Skills Needed: able to warp and weave on a rigid heddle loom. Class Limit: 10. Class Location: 1st Floor. Minimum Age: Any age, but children must be accompanied by a paid adult who will assist them.

Unlock the creative potential of hand-dyed and hand-selected long locks in this hands-on weaving workshop. Using your pre-warped rigid heddle loom (soft wool yarn recommended), you’ll learn multiple techniques to incorporate these luxurious fibers into your weaving. Beyond working with long locks, we’ll explore creative approaches like adding loops, fringe, and other textural elements to elevate your projects. Whether you’re weaving for art or function, these techniques will transform your projects into show-stopping pieces bursting with unique texture, dimension, and flair!

Together, we’ll create a sampler that highlights these techniques, providing plenty of inspiration for future creations. The image shown is an example of a scarf incorporating these methods—you’ll learn how to achieve similar effects and more—perfect for applying to your own future projects!

Class materials include a curated selection of premium long locks and a detailed handout of techniques to take home. Additional materials and supplies, such as extra locks or specialty yarns, will be available for optional purchase.

This workshop is perfect for weavers looking to expand their skills, experiment with unique, tactile embellishments, and infuse artistry into their weaving!

Supplies to Bring:

• Homework: A pre-warped rigid heddle loom and your choice of weft yarn. Prepare your rigid heddle loom before class by warping it with soft wool yarn or your preferred yarn.
• Bring all the tools you’ll need for weaving, such as shuttles, heddles, and scissors.
• $20 materials fee payable to the instructor at start of class. Cash or check only accepted. The materials fee includes a curated selection of premium hand-dyed long locks and a handout of techniques.
• beverage and a snack if desired.

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

Questions about this class? Contact the instructor, Jennifer Myka at jennifer@freeradicalranch.com.

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.

This class is designed for all ages. Minors who register for the class must be accompanied by a registered adult who agrees to assist the minor during the class. Contact Lorain Pettit at lorain.pettit@gmail.com 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.