Course Description:
Rep weave is a highly textured, dense, warp faced weave used to create household textiles and bags. Rigid heddle looms are typically not used to weave dense, sturdy fabrics, but with simple tools and techniques, one can adapt “jamtlandsdrall” for the rigid heddle loom.
This is not an introductory class and is intended for weavers wishing to advance their skills. Students should have prior experience direct warping their looms.
In this workshop you will learn and overview of reading a draft for rep weave and rep weave basics; weaving with 2 shuttles; splicing techniques; interlocking wefts; finishing options, including hemming and clove hitch knots; tips for building a thick weft yarn; suggested tools that support this weaving structure; direct warping with doubled up warp ends.
Take aways include in-class textile and draft for a next project.
Students should bring the following to the workshop:
- Fully assembled rigid heddle loom
- 8 dent reed with at least 8″ of workable width
- Threading hook
- Warping pegs to support direct warping of loom
- 2 stick shuttles
- Tapestry needle
- Measuring tape or ruler
- pencil & notebook
- Optional but please bring if you have these – ball winder for yarn; stand for your rigid heddle loom
Materials Fee: $25 paid directly to the instructor on the day of the event. Space is limited to 6 students.
You can learn more about Juried Member, Kate Kilgus HERE.
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