Tapestry Weaving with Natural Fibers Workshop

Design your own free-form tapestry on a loom using natural fibers in this step by step beginners weaving workshop!

Tapestry Weaving with Natural Fibers:

In this workshop, participants will learn how to weave on simple frame looms. Participants will be introduced to a variety of natural fibers, including wool, cotton, linen, jute and paper yarn. You will explore techniques to create small woven tapestries, making abstract designs or free-form images.

All materials included and no prior experience is required. Each participant will take home a completed woven artwork and a set of tools to continue exploring weaving after the workshop.

$25 for Non-Members, $19 for QBG Members. All materialsare included, and no prior experience is required. Participants will take home a completed woven art work.

Teaching artist bio:

Lin Qiqing(pronounced Chi-Ching) is a textile artist based in Brooklyn, New York. She is a teaching artist with Intertwine Arts and holds an MFA in Textiles from Parsons School of Design.

Website: www.linqiqing.com
Instagram: @qiqing077

Please note: this is an English language edition of this class. A Chinese version will be taught on the following weekend on April 25.

Meeting Location: Visitor & Administration Building Meeting Room

Registration encouraged; walk-ins welcome upon availability.

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KNOW BEFORE YOU GO

HEALTH & SAFETY

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REFUND POLICY

Tickets are non-refundable, except in the event of a cancellation by the organizer.

CANCELLATIONS

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GARDEN ETIQUETTE

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GETTING TO QBG

By public transportation, take the number 7 subway line to Main Street, the Long Island Rail Road (Port Washington line) to Main Street/Flushing, or the Q44-SBS or Q20 bus.

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PARKING

Parking is available year-round during Garden open hours at the Parking Garden, located at 42-80 Crommelin Street, Flushing, NY 11355. For more information: https://queensbotanical.org/directions

ABOUT QBG
QBG is an urban oasis where people, plants and cultures are celebrated through inspiring gardens, innovative educational programs and real-world applications of environmental stewardship. QBG is located on property owned by the City of New York, and its operation is made possible in part by public funds provided through the New York City Department of Cultural Affairs, Queens Borough President, the New York City Council, State elected officials, the New York State Department of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation, along with corporate, foundation, and individual supporters. For more information, visit www.queensbotanical.org or call (718) 886-3800.