Learn how to use a small frame loom to create woven wearable art. It’s simple to set up and customizable with many different colors and weaving patterns. Once you are finished weaving, see how to add a ribbon crimp end and chain to fasten your bracelet. You will need to provide a pair of scissors for this class. All other materials will be provided for this project including a laser cut acrylic loom, weaving needle and a small assortment of yarns. (You can add your own scraps of yarns and beads from home if you want to.) Materials kits will be mailed to you or are available to pick up before class. You will need the tools in the kit, so you must have a materials kit to participate in class.

Make a beaded & embroidered dog from wool felt, beads and sequins. Learn the backstitch to do some contrasting stitching. You can choose to finish your dog into a pin, keytag or holiday ornament. You will need to provide a pair of scissors for this class. All other materials will be provided for the project including wool felt, needles, embroidery threads, sequins, beads and pin back. Materials kits will be mailed to you or are available to pick up before class. You will need the tools in the kit, so you must have a materials kit to participate in class.

Learn how to make your own woven jewelry set from birch looms, wool and cotton yarns, and glass beads. Class includes a kit of materials to make two pendants and one pair of earrings so you can make a set for yourself and give one as a gift. Each set will be unique; you can design your own style by mixing and matching different colorways of yarn and colored beads. I’ll teach you all the tricks to weave different patterns and textures and finish your pieces beautifully. We’ll also talk about ideas to make your own woven pieces using everyday materials you can find at home. Have another family member who would like to join you for class? Just add on an additional materials kit when you register. About the project. Pendants are 1 1/8th x 2 1/2 inches. Length is adjustable.  Earrings are 1 inch square with sterling silver plated ear wires. Kit will include several colorways of hand-dyed wool yarn designed to create striping patterns at this small scale. Tech details. Class fee includes a 2 hour live online Zoom class and a materials kit mailed to you before the class session. You will need to provide [read more...]