Stashbuster Scarf - Creating a Mixed Warp on the Rigid Heddle Loom

Mon Nov 25 2024 at 10:00 am to Mon Dec 02 2024 at 01:00 pm UTC-05:00

Weavers Guild of Greater Cincinnati | Cincinnati

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Stashbuster Scarf - Creating a Mixed Warp on the Rigid Heddle Loom
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Learn about mixing textures, fibers, colors, and varying thicknesses of yarns to create a mixed warp scarf from yarns in your stash.
About this Event

Dates: Mondays11/25 & 12/2, 10am-1pm both days. Ticket: $70. Instructor: Nancy Niemeyer. Materials fee: none. Skills Needed: Must know how to direct warp and weave on a rigid heddle loom. Class Limit: 6

"Why use five colors when 50 will do nicely?" Randy Darwall

In this two session class we will learn about mixing textures, fibers, colors, and varying thicknesses of yarns to create a mixed warp scarf from yarns in your stash. You can use full balls of yarn or small amounts of leftovers to create a gorgeous scarf.

The first session we will play with our yarns. You will learn to sort using color theory and consider different attributes of your yarn. You’ll learn a little about mixing colors, textures, and fibers and how to do it successfully. Then, you have a week to think about other yarns in your stash you didn't bring with you. Trading yarns with other students will work too. If you don't have enough stash, go to the creative reuse stores like Scrap it Up in Pleasant Ridge or Indigo Hippo in Over the Rhine. Discount bins at Michaels or Joann and thrift stores can also be a source. You can always visit them after the first class as well to supplement what you chose from your stash.

The second session, you will bring your rigid heddle loom and warping supplies. We will take our chosen yarns to the loom and learn to warp by designing in the reed with a modified direct warping technique and begin weaving with your chosen weft. You will finish weaving and finishing the scarf on your own at home.

Supplies to Bring:

  • Session 1: A good amount of varied balls, skeins (full or partial), and leftovers of yarn, of any fiber content in as many colors as you have. Variegated and solids, different thicknesses, and novelty yarns are all great to use. Thin yarns can be doubled in the heddle. Metallics or other novelty yarns can add a pop. You can't bring too much.
  • Session 2: Your chosen yarns and a Rigid Heddle loom with a minimum 8 inch weaving width, a 7.5 or an 8-dent heddle, and all of the necessary supplies you use when warping (warping peg, clamps, shuttles, warp separating paper or sticks, scissors, rubber bands, darning needle.) You need your own Rigid Heddle Loom for session 2. Guild members may borrow one from the guild.
  • Bring a snack and beverages if you wish on both days. A refrigerator and microwave are available.

Problems registering? Contact the Education Committee at [email protected].

Questions about this class? Contact the instructor, Nancy Niemeyer at [email protected].

Nancy Niemeyer is a local fiber arts teacher who's been knitting and for weaving close to 20 years. Nancy mostly teaches rigid heddle weaving at the Weavers Guild of Greater Cincinnati but has also taught weaving at the Art Barn in Mariemont, and both knitting and rigid heddle weaving at a few local yarn shops. Follow her on Social Media:

Facebook: Measured Threads

Instagram: @measuredthreads

Website: measuredthreads.com

If you are not feeling well, please contact the instructor instead of coming to the class. On a case-by-case basis, we may be able to reschedule you into a future class or provide a make-up lesson. Ticket fees are not normally refunded.

Depending on the CDC guidelines for Hamilton County at the time the class is held, a mask may be required. If so, you will be notified before the first class.

Unless specifically stated, Weavers Guild classes are designed for ages 18 and above. On a case-by-case basis, a minor may be permitted to register for a class but must be accompanied by a registered adult who agrees to assist the minor during the class. Contact the Education Committee Chair at [email protected] for permission before registering any minor in a class.

Fees are non-refundable. Your fee will only be refunded if the class is canceled or changed to a different date. Three registrations are required for a class to be held. Students will be notified before the start date if a class is canceled due to an insufficient number of students. Eventbrite processing and credit card payment fees will not be refunded if a student cancels for any reason.


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Weavers Guild of Greater Cincinnati, 4870 Gray Road, Cincinnati, United States

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USD 76.54

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