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ONLINE COURSE - Rigid Heddle Weaving for Beginners

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Want to get started weaving on a rigid heddle loom? This course walks step by step through the process of creating a project from beginning to end, using multimedia slideshows with clear photos and illustrations. Clear images and illustrations break complex processes into simple steps so you can see exactly what you need to do to get the results you want. From learning the parts of your loom to tying fringe on a finished piece, this course has everything you need to weave your project and gain the confidence to continue on your own. The course includes a pattern for weaving your first scarf. Take the stress out of weaving with this friendly, thorough introduction!

When you purchase this course you will receive an e-mail connecting you to our online learning platform, Thinkific.

Want to weave along with the course? Pick up an optional Materials Kit so that you can get going on the course projects!

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Is this course for me?

Just bought a rigid heddle loom? Looking for a friendly, comprehensive starting point to get going? This course is for you!

Or have you had your loom for a while, but would like a refresher of basic set up and weaving best practices? You'll find this course super helpful.

Topics Covered

Introduction to Weaving
Tour of your Rigid Heddle Loom
How to Warp Your Loom
Beaming Alone or with Help
Lashing On vs. Tying On
How to Wind a Shuttle
Weaving a Header
How to Get Straight Edges and a Good Beat
Changing Wefts
Tips, Tricks & Troubleshooting
Repairing Skips & Broken Warp Threads
Solutions for Common Problems
Twisted Fringe & Knotted Fringe
Wet Finishing

We share tips and tricks like:

How to thread your loom 4 threads at a time

How to save time while sleying the reed

How to keep your selvedges even

How to make sure your warp goes on smoothly

And much, much more!

About the Instructor

Ali Hurlburt is a handweaver and weaving instructor who only feels truly relaxed when sitting at a loom. At Gather they are the expert in rigid heddle looms: small, simple looms with lots of potential. They also teach four shaft weaving and writes content for the Gather blog, troubleshooting series, and online learning. They sell their weaving under the name Booj Wovens, as well as exploring sacred weaving and inter-faith textile projects. They are passionate about welcoming new weavers to the craft and about bringing weaving into community spaces.