
Building & Weaving on a Backstrap Loom (2 day workshop) with Pamela Wilson
Building & Weaving on a Backstrap Loom
Instructor: Pamela Wilson,
exhibiting artist in the
ReAct! An EcoArt Call to Action
A 2-Day Workshop for adults and teens
Saturday, September 24 & Sunday, September 25, 2022–2-5pm each day
$100/participant for both days
$10 materials fee due to instructor at start of workshop
Register on sevendaystickets.com
or by contacting info.acrossroads@gmail.com or 802-244-4168.
Backstrap looms are a simple, portable method of handweaving that show up across multiple global weaving traditions. This loom design, which is worn by the weaver, allows for first-time weavers to learn the basics of simple plainweave designs and makes it possible for more experienced weavers to experiment with complex pick-up patterns. In our first session, we’ll experiment with several different kinds of backstrap looms, then build and begin dressing our own looms from recycled/repurposed materials. On the second day, we’ll begin weaving on the looms we’ve built. Students head home with their looms, tools they’ve made during the workshop and fiber to continue their weaving journey!
This is a 2-day workshop, with 2 sessions lasting 3 hours each. Teacher will provide all materials. Space for up to 12 participants.
Teens/Adult, however, as age is not always the most useful rubric for assessing skill level, the following skills are necessary for successful participation in this workshop: Participants should be familiar with tying a square and overhand knot, using scissors and x-acto knives, be able to count beyond 100, estimate measurements and multiply and have the manual dexterity to thread a wide-eyed needle.