Weaving has always been a part of my life. It started with my baby blanket handwoven by my great-grandmother. While growing up, it helped instill in me a sense of creativity and confidence at a time when my self esteem was developing. In 2001, changes in my life provided me the opportunity to dedicate myself to weaving fulltime. Robyn is HGA certification of excellence in Handweaving for Level I and II2002, I successfully completed the Level 1: Technical Skills in Handweaving. In October 2004, I successfully completed Level II: Master in Handweaving with the specialized study Loom-controlled Stitched Double Cloth.. In addition to double-faced fabrics, I love to discover uncommon and unusual weave structures, especially if they can be woven on only four-shafts. Recently, I've also been studying how elaborate trims can be woven on narrow warp weaves.For many of us, weaving is a type of circle of life. The loom my great-grandmother used to weave my baby blanket on over 45 years ago is in use on a daily basis helping me transfer my inspirations into new fabrics and inspiring new generations of weavers.
The Beatles are not the only “Fab Four”. Four shaft looms are fabulous and frequently underestimated for their potential and versatility. Much of this value may be found in uncommon weave structures that are capable of producing distinctive and remarkable results. In this round robin workshop, weave structures explored will include, but not be limited to: Diversified plain weaves, swivel, single block bead leno, corduroy, Bedford cord, deflected supplementary warp and cannele.
Workshop fee: $80 for Full SCHG Members, $100 for nonmembers and Subscribers. Materials fee: $15 payable to the instructor. To register: Send your deposit $20 to Ann Dimock (address in your year book).
General program questions can be directed to the Program Committee. We hope to see you at the May meeting!