Inkle Band Weaving (January 2024)

2 sessions: Wednesdays, January 10 - 5:30-8:30pm + January 17 - 5:30-8pm
Jutila Center Fiber Studio
Instructor: Phyllis Fredendall
Class fee: $60, advanced registration required
Optional pick up project fee: $40 (paid directly to instructor)
Registration closes January 8 or when sold out
Call the Finnish American Folk School at 906-370-3722 for more information

Design and weave a colorful strap using a small portable inkle loom. Class one includes design work, loom dressing and how to weave.  In the second session students will take their bands off the loom and finish them for the end use: belt, hat band, bag strap garment trim – even an instrument strap with prearranged fittings. Also in the second session, weavers inspired to work in a more complex structure will learn the pick-up technique to weave words or patterns and keep the looms for an additional week.  Looms are available for use at home with a refundable deposit. No experience necessary. Open to students ages 16 and up.