Dates: Saturday, February 15 – Monday, February 17, 2025
Time: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM daily (studio access after hours available)
Location: Rochester Folk Art Guild, 1445 Upper Hill Road, Middlesex, NY
Join us for our Winter Weaving Workshops series! This hands-on, three-day workshop introduces you to the vibrant world of weaving, perfect for beginners and those with some fiber arts experience. Each student will have their own floor loom to plan, set up, and create unique woven pieces.
Starting with a demonstration of basic techniques, you will weave a plain cotton scarf and explore concepts such as color and texture. Depending on progress, you may complete one to two additional projects of your own design, with guidance and support from our instructors.
By the end, you'll leave with finished pieces, newfound skills, and a deeper appreciation for this traditional craft.
Key Skills You’ll Learn:
Planning and designing a weaving project
Winding a warp and dressing a floor loom
Weaving techniques with various patterns and textures
How to avoid and correct mistakes in warping and weaving
Completing multiple projects from concept to finished piece
Who Should Join:
Open to students aged 18 and older (younger students may be accepted on a case-by-case basis).
Suitable for both beginners and experienced weavers looking to refine their skills.
Course Fee:
Tuition: $450 for the three-day workshop. This fee covers materials, teaching fees for our two instructors, lunch for all three days, and administrative costs.
Overnight Stay Option:
Total Cost: $650 (includes workshop tuition + overnight stay)
Students can choose to stay overnight at our Romeo Retreat Center. This comfortable, dormitory-style housing offers a perfect blend of rustic charm and modern conveniences, ensuring a peaceful and restful stay during your weekend workshop.
Dates: Check-in on Saturday, February 15, and check out on Monday, February 17. Your stay includes dinner on both Saturday and Sunday, as well as breakfast on Sunday and Monday. Lunch on all three days is already included in the tuition.
Scholarships are available—please email programs@folkartguild.org for more information.