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Rigid-Heddle Weaving
Learn the basics on this easy and most versatile type of loom, the Rigid-Heddle. Instruction includes measuring out the warp, how to warp up the loom and different techniques for weaving on it. The class project is a scarf. Students will need to provide their own loom and yarn, based on their loom size.
For thousands of years, people have spun fibers into thread using simple tools, and this skill was a staple of home life — especially on the Texas frontier. Almost every cabin and home had someone who cotton and wool into thread and yarn. For most of history, the tool used to make thread was a drop spindle that has the benefit of being small and portable. Come commune with history and learn a time-honored skill that is hip once again. Taught by request only.
Instructor: Weaver Janet Rice
Location & Duration: Bell House Spinning Room, 4 hours
Materials: All materials provided
Enrollment & Refunds
Enrollment must be completed at least one week before the class date.
No refunds are offered once the enrollment fee has been received.
If a student cannot attend, they may reschedule once on a space-available basis. To reschedule, students must contact us in writing before the class begins at info@pioneerfarms.org. No exceptions.
Prerequisites
Completion of Basic Weaving class.
What to Wear
Clothing and shoes appropriate for the weather
What to Bring
Water bottle
Age Requirements
Class is designed for ages 18 and older.
Ages 15–17 may enroll only if a parent or legal guardian also enrolls in and attends the class with them. No exceptions.
Learn the basics on this easy and most versatile type of loom, the Rigid-Heddle. Instruction includes measuring out the warp, how to warp up the loom and different techniques for weaving on it. The class project is a scarf. Students will need to provide their own loom and yarn, based on their loom size.
For thousands of years, people have spun fibers into thread using simple tools, and this skill was a staple of home life — especially on the Texas frontier. Almost every cabin and home had someone who cotton and wool into thread and yarn. For most of history, the tool used to make thread was a drop spindle that has the benefit of being small and portable. Come commune with history and learn a time-honored skill that is hip once again. Taught by request only.
Instructor: Weaver Janet Rice
Location & Duration: Bell House Spinning Room, 4 hours
Materials: All materials provided
Enrollment & Refunds
Enrollment must be completed at least one week before the class date.
No refunds are offered once the enrollment fee has been received.
If a student cannot attend, they may reschedule once on a space-available basis. To reschedule, students must contact us in writing before the class begins at info@pioneerfarms.org. No exceptions.
Prerequisites
Completion of Basic Weaving class.
What to Wear
Clothing and shoes appropriate for the weather
What to Bring
Water bottle
Age Requirements
Class is designed for ages 18 and older.
Ages 15–17 may enroll only if a parent or legal guardian also enrolls in and attends the class with them. No exceptions.