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Explore the playful side of weaving on an inkle loom! Students will experiment with color, pattern and design while learning basic warping and weaving techniques. Create fun, narrow bands for belts, straps and decorative accents—no experience needed. Timeline: 1st Day (2 hours): 4-6pm Thursday March 5th · Introduction to Inkle Loom weaving (naming loom parts and other weaving vocabulary) · Choose warp colors and patterns and learn how to plan, draft their weaving project(s) · Start Weaving on your Inkle loom Open Weaving Hours: Week of March 5th- March 12th · Continue weaving! Have fun. Play music. 2rd Day (2 hours): 4-6pm Thursday March 12th · Learn how to end your weaving · Add buckles, sew your strap etc.… Instructor Bio: Katie Weaver is an experienced weaver and talented artist who has been teaching fiber arts for 30 years at North Country School, Northwood School, and around the ADKs. She is a Lake Placid native and enjoys sharing her weaving knowledge with the community.
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