Presented by: Ellen Hess

What makes some woven threads form lovely curves and circles rather than 90 degree grids?  Learn the secrets of weave structures that use deflecting threads for their distinctive looks  and textures: lace weaves, honeycomb, waffle, M’s and O’s, surface weave effects and deflected double weave all share a common quality that allows them to ‘live off the grid’. Find out how you can harness the power of these fascinating weaves and create uniquely different woven patterns and motifs.

Ellen Hess is a longtime weaver and weaving teacher, who has taught for many years at the Fashion Institute of Technology (FIT) in New York City.