Learn the simple craft of weaving and add a fun and relaxing hobby to your life! This beginner-focused class will gently guide you through the basics of loom weaving and give you all the tools you need to create a wide range of woven designs. 
Working from a small loom that you can buy or make out of cardboard, you’ll weave a mini tapestry and in the process learn essential skills like:
<ul>
<li> Planning your design</li>
<li>How to choose yarn</li>
<li>How to make a loom out of cardboard</li>
<li>Setting up your loom</li>
<li>How to weave three important kinds of stitches (rya, tabby, and soumak) </li>
<li>How to finish your piece for display</li>
</ul>
As a multi-passionate creative, I dabble in a lot of different arts and crafts, but weaving is the one I go to when I’m looking for something quiet and meditative. I find the simple repetition of over under over under incredibly relaxing, and I think you will too. 
Because this project is small and simple, you can finish it in an afternoon, or work on it a little at a time when you find moments to yourself. Working in the small scale of a mini tapestry is particularly nice because the loom is small enough to sit on your lap as you weave. So find yourself a cozy spot and come weave with me!
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Class Project: Mini Tapestry

Tools + Materials

DIY: Make a Cardboard Loom

Planning Your Design

Setting Up Your Loom

Weaving a Header

Stitch 1: Rya

Stitch 2: Tabby

Stitch 3: Soumak

Joining Edges

Finishing

Problem Solving

Where to Go From Here

Weaving for Fun Guide and Templates Amy Plante.pdf

Yellow Mountain Tapestry

Weaving for Fun: Mini Tapestry for Beginners

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