Introduction to Floor Loom Weaving: Weave a Tartan Shawl

Experience level: beginner

Duration: 7 hours, beginning at 10 am

Instructor: Deborah Livingston-Lowe, Upper Canada Weaving

In this interactive 7 hour class, participants will learn the fundamentals of weaving. Each student will produce a wool shawl on a four harness floor loom. Students will design their own colour palette on a twill, herringbone or diamond weave structure to create a one-of-a-kind shawl. The shawl will be finished using a twisted fringe. Students will be provided with wash and care instructions. 

Please bring slippers or soft soled shoes for this class.

Included in the class fee: 

-each student will use a loom which has been set up ready to weave 

-each loom has a unique Tartan sett in the warp

-a choice of wool yarn in a variety of colours for weaving (the weft)

-use of boat shuttles

-hand-outs and instructional links

Cancellation policy: Cancellations or changes must be made be made 30 days prior to your first class. You can change your registration to a different day or receive a store credit to take a different class.

*Please note that classes are held in our basement classroom which unfortunately may be inaccessible to those with mobility needs*