Traditional Tapestry Weaving Series

Workshop:  Traditional Tapestry Weaving Series 

Date: 03/02/23 - 04/06/23

Time: 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm

Location: Art Works Gallery

109 Falls Street., Seneca Falls, NY 13148

Instructor: Roberta Nelson

Cost: $10.00 per Workshop

Workshop Description:

Tapestry weaving is essentially drawing with yarn on a loom. This six weeks of workshops is intended to impart an understanding and appreciation for the craft of creating pictures or designs in fabric rather than paper. It is geared for those who are interested in learning basic weaving techniques. Emphasis will be placed on preparing the cartoon (the layout drawing to be followed), warping the loom, joining techniques, and the tabby weaving stitch.  

Materials Provided by the Participant: 

Participants need to bring three or more different colored yarns, regular pencil, and eraser.  

Materials Provided by the Instructor:

Layout paper, warping material, cardboard looms, and yarn needles, and information sheets will be provided.

Cost is $10 per workshop.   Registration required by contacting instructor at rnelson33@rochester.rr.comor call 315-549-8323.