This class will examine straight twill, broken twill, and twill on opposites. Within these three structures, students will explore many two- and three-color sequences, each of which results in its own unique design. They will apply crossed wefts (parallel and contrary motion) and clasped wefts to 2/2 twill, further increasing the design possibilities. Time permitting, the class will look at pick-up and 3/1 double-faced twill. This class will also include some work with Shaft Switching, giving students the chance to learn how to adapt their own looms to try this exciting technique. While students will be sampling with rug-weight wool yarn, these structures are extremely useful for weaving in a variety of fiber types and weights. This class is for experienced weavers who have the ability to warp a loom independently. Jason Collingwood began studying weaving with his father, renowned weaver Peter Collingwood, in 1987. Jason’s rugs have been exhibited widely throughout the United Kingdom, Europe, and the United States. He spends several weeks per year teaching rug-weaving techniques in
the United States and Canada.
When: Thursday-Saturday, May 26–28.
Where: 325 Paseo de Onate, Espanola, NM 87532
Time: 9:30am – 5pm
Email: education@evfac.org
Website/Blog Address: http://www.evfac.org
