Three-Shaft Krokbragd
With Myra Chang Thompson
This program is part of Handwork 2026, presented by Craft in America
In this workshop, learn how to make a striking rug based in Scandinavian design principles.
Krokbragd is a traditional Norwegian rug weaving technique historically used for horse blankets, rugs, blankets and wall hangings. The name means “crooked path,” referring to the woven lines the technique produces.
Our class sample will showcase the many colorful variations possible with this method.
It has floats on one side and a tight weave similar to plain weave on the backside. As a dense weave, it provides a stability perfect for rugs that counteracts the tendency to curl up.
Reference for this workshop is The Techniques of Rug Weaving by Peter Collingwood. This class requires a multi-shaft loom.
Three-Day Workshop
Day 1 – Wednesday, May 13, 2026
Day 2 – Thursday, May 14, 2026
Day 3 – Friday, May 15, 2026
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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Loom rental: 15 3/4″ LeClerc Dorothy Table Loom
4H, 12 dent reed,1 boat shuttle, 1 threading hook. On-site rental during workshop. Retail price of loom is $915.
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- Skill level Intermediate
- Age appropriate 16+ (minors must have a parent on site)
- Materials fee $25 (includes all materials needed and detailed handout with references)
- Students should bring
a multi-shaft loom and the following, labeled with your name:
- Several low-profile boat shuttles with bobbins
- Scissors
- Note-taking materials
- Blunt tapestry needle
- Lunch and beverages
- Any personal items to ensure a great class experience
Instructor
Myra Chang ThompsonMyra was born in Northern New Mexico. Embroidery, crochet and clothing construction were taught by her mother and practiced throughout most of her life. Myra is a professional teacher with 35 years of classroom experience. Early in her marriage, she was given a 4 shaft loom by her husband, Bill.  She was a member of the Stockton Weavers Guild in California. She refined her weaving skills under the watchful eye of E. E. Gilmore of Gilmore Looms. Her passion for weaving and teaching grew over the years. During Myra’s time in the Weavers Guild of Boston, her technical skills were honed. Upon returning to New Mexico, she joined Las Arañas Spinners and Weavers Guild and Fiber to Finish Guild in Valencia County. A long time member of Handweavers Guild of America, Myra attends and teaches at Convergence, the biennial fiber arts conference. She also teaches locally, regionally and nationally. Â
