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The following classes are sponsored jointly with the Art League School. To register, complete the Art League's registration form. Call 703-683-2323 for a catalogue or click here for Art League Registration Form. Classes begin the week of April 7, unless otherwise noted, classes last 9 weeks.

For Kids Classes offered jointly with the Art League, click here.

 
 

Weaving

Basic Weaving

In this basic weaving overview course, students sample hand-controlled techniques such as beginning tapestry, rug making, and simple cloth making. Learn to dress a rigid heddle loom, weave samples, and complete an independent project.


Instructor(s): Linda Hurt and Agda Cohen
Tuition: $185 payable to the Art League
Materials: $15 payable to Springwater
Loom Rental: $25 payable to Springwater
Number of Sessions: 9
Day & Date: Tues, April 8 – June 3
Time: 10:00 AM – 12:30 PM
Code: AL2701SP
OR
Day & Date: Thurs, April 10 – June 5
Time: 7:00 PM – 9:30 PM
Code: AL2702SP
OR
Day & Date: Sat, April 12 – June 7
Time: 10:00 AM – 12:30 PM
Code: AL2703SP

   
     
 

Intro to 4-Shaft Weaving

In this introduction to the versatile and more complex 4-harness loom, students learn to dress the loom and weave samplers of various loom-controlled patterns.

Instructor(s): Carolyn Atwater, Fern Grapin, Marilyn Harrington, Sue Helmken
Tuition: $185 payable to the Art League
Materials: $25
Loom Rental: $30
Number of Sessions: 9
Day & Date: Tues, April 8 – June 3
Time: 10:00 AM – 12:30 PM
Code: AL2704SP
OR
Day & Date: Thurs, April 10 – June 5
Time: 7:00 PM – 9:30 PM
Code: AL2705SP
OR
Day & Date: Sat, April 12 – June 7
Time: 10:00 AM – 12:30 PM
Code: AL2706SP

   
 
     
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Projects & Advanced Weaving Techniques

Teachers guide students who need practical experience in planning, weaving, and finishing projects or those wishing to pursue advanced harness techniques. Looms available for rent include 4- to 10-harness floor looms and portable 4- to 8-harness table looms.

Instructor(s): Carolyn Atwater, Fern Grapin, Marilyn Harrington, Sue Helmken
Tuition: $185 payable to the Art League
Materials: $25
Loom Rental: $30
Number of Sessions: 9
Day & Date: Tues, April 8 – June 3
Time: 12:30 PM – 3:00 PM
Code: AL2707SP
OR
Day & Date: Thurs, April 10 – June 5
Time: 7:00 PM – 9:30 PM
Code: AL2708SP
OR
Day & Date: Sat, April 12 – June 7
Time: 1:00 PM – 3:30 PM
Code: AL2709SP

See Education Page for additional Weaving classes offered through Springwater alone.

 
     
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