Introduction to Tapestry
With Catherine Loweree Williams
This two-day workshop will teach the basic weaving techniques of tapestry. You will learn the vocabulary words associated with weaving as well as the basic steps to set up, weave, and finish a tapestry when it is off the loom.Â
At the end of the workshop participants will be able to:
- Warp a tapestry loom
- Weave using six techniques (tabby weave, horizontal stripes, vertical stripes, diagonal line, shape building, and soumak)
- Finish a tapestry by tying warp strands and weft ends on the back
- Add fringe using rya knots
The instructor will provide warp thread, tapestry needles, and printed list of vocabulary word to get you started on your tapestry journey.
Two-Day Workshop
Day 1- Thursday, February 12
Day 2- Thursday, February 19
Buy, Bring, or Rent A Loom for This Workshop
We offer a good selection of top-quality looms for purchase. Begin your weaving journey with a loom of your own! Contact us for more information
If you already have the appropriate loom, please bring that to the workshop.
We also offer a limited number of looms you can rent on-site during this workshop.
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- Skill level Beginner
- Age appropriate 15+ (minors must have a parent on site)
- Students should bring Tapestry loom, ruler or tape measure, weft yarn of choice in at least 2 colors (please use wool or a multi-ply yarn. Bartlett wool yarn can be purchased at the studio), tapestry beater or comb if desired, pen or pencil for taking notes, branch or dowel for hanging the tapestry, lunch, drinks, and snacks.
Instructor
Catherine Loweree WilliamsCatherine Loweree Williams grew up in the border city of El Paso, TX, before moving to New Mexico in 2008. Her Mexican-American upbringing helped instill a strong sense of community and personal history that continue to shape her to this day.Â
Catherine has a BA and MA in Art Education from the University of New Mexico. It was during her Master’s program that she fell in love with weaving and yarn, and since then her artistic focus has been on fiber arts. She never could have guessed that her habit of constantly tying knots as a child would have prepared her to be a weaver.Â
Catherine was an art teacher in New Mexico public schools for 13 years. She has presented on the impact of art in the classroom at the National AVID Educators Conference, and has taught weaving workshops and classes to both children and adults. She currently sells her work locally at Fillin’ Funky Refillery and Page One Books.Â
Catherine lives in Albuquerque, New Mexico with her husband and two dogs, and when she’s not weaving she spends her time travelling, exploring Albuquerque, and reading as much as she can.
