Weave a Log Cabin Tea Towel: One day beginner friendly (December dates - GATHER Textiles Inc.

October 01,2024

Instructor: Kim McCollum Dates: This is a one day workshop. The following dates are available: Sunday December 3, 12pm-5pm Sunday December 10, 12-5pm Sunday December 17, 12-5pm About this Workshop: In this workshop participants will learn the basics of weaving on a 4 shaft loom. The workshop will begin with a demonstration and teaching on the basics of weaving, how a 4 shaft loom works, and an opportunity to try out different patterns and materials. Next, participants will design, choose colours, and weave their own tea towel, from start to finish. Once the tea towel is off the loom, participants will hem the towel using our sewing machines. You will go home with your very own finished handwoven tea towel! We will be covering the following techniques: How to choose fibers for warp and weft The basics of how to read