During this one day clinic you will learn how to choose yarns for a plaid and how to design your plaid using a variety of techniques and tools. We’ll discuss color theory and how it applies to our designs, how to warp using the drafts you’ve created, and start weaving!
You’ll receive two plaid patterns to inspire you. Come to class prepared with at least one project in mind, complete with yarn, appropriately sized reed, loom, and full warping setup (clamps, pegs, cardboard sticks or warping papers). If you feel like bringing multiple potential options, please do!
Instructor: Kasteyl Lukes
Duration: 1 day
When: Wednesday
Level: Intermediate
Categories: Rigid Heddle
Supplies that students will bring:
- Rigid Heddle loom
- Reed to match chosen yarn
- 3+ colors of matching base yarn (example: 3 skeins Malabrigo Rios), wound into balls ready to warp with
- Scissors
- A “yarn containment unit” such as a small basket or paper bag to hold yarn while warping
- 3+ stick shuttles (one for each color yarn)
- Full warping setup (clamps, warping pegs, cardboard sticks/paper, warp hook)
- Measuring tape
- Optional: tablet with internet/wifi access
Material Fee: $0
Materials Included: Instructor will provide handouts, patterns, worksheets, and colored pencils.