Presented by: Natalie Drummond

Day 1: Color Lab

On Day 1, we will focus on weaving value and hue selection and how to work with
multiple painted warps in 4 or 8 shaft deflected doubleweave patterns. I share my approach
with color for blocks as well as color placement within the same block of the draft I am
teaching. Participants are asked to share yarns they are considering using following initial
instruction.

Learn how to customize your weaving project by adding and building color into your prewarped looms following value and color studies of dyed warps. 

Day 2 & 3: Deflected Doubleweave

On day 2, we review basic Deflected Doubleweave structure and  behavior after sampling.
How do weavers address those wonky selvedges? Learn the basics of the “shuttle
diving technique” for 4 to 8 shafts. Mixing fibers for optimal deflection and/or
differential shrinkage are explored for draft(s) I am currently teaching as they play
an important part in the draft you are weaving. Simple treadling designs are
introduced in each sample so participants can determine how the block structure of
this weave can be organized to produce their own woven project - a scarf or runner
with remaining warp following sampling. Explore different washing and finishing methods to determine appropriate deflection/differential shrinkage. Day 3 will begin with a collaborative discussion of workshop samples prior to weaving the remaining warp.

Tuition 

$220 for current JHW members Members can sign up by visiting the Members only section

$250 for nonmembers (price include membership to JHW)

Deposit due at the time of sign up:$100

Final payments will be due on March 1, 2025