Weaving Patchwork Rugs

The Weavers Guild of Greater Cincinnati, Inc. was created in 1948 as a non-profit educational organization to promote interest in handweaving. Today, the Guild offers education in a wide range of fiber processes and techniques, including weaving, felting, spinning, basketry, knitting, and dyeing. Guild members are from the Cincinnati metropolitan area and surrounding communities, as well as from Kentucky and Indiana.Members range in experience from beginners to professionals. All benefit from the Guild's priorities: education through classes, workshops, programs, study groups; sharing information and fiber techniques with other members and community groups; and promoting and supporting local fiber producers and businesses.After 50 years of meeting in various churches throughout Greater Cincinnati, the Guild has its own home at 4870 Gray Road in Spring Grove Village.

Weavers Guild of Greater Cincinnati

Learn to create a woven patchwork rug, starting with a placemat or runner, including designing, planning, and set up.

<h3>Weaving a Patchwork Rug</h3>July 15 - 9am-3:30pmInstructor: Barb Gallagher$70 WGGC members/$95 non-membersMaterials fee: Varies, see explanation belowClass limit: 8Patchwork rugs are versatile and fun to weave! With one warp, you can create multiple designs. In this class, we will actually be weaving placemats or runners. You will learn how to design, plan, and set up. We will do all of that, then you will warp and thread your loom, and, finally, weave. Be sure to bring your lunch and beverages. A refrigerator and microwave are available for use.Equipment and Materials needed:<ul><li>4-shaft loom with at least a 14&quot; weaving width</li><li>8/4 cotton (carpet warp**) and either fabric strips or cotton***</li></ul>**Warp: At least three (3) colors of your choice in 8/4 cotton; leftovers are fine. You will need approximately 1400 yards of 8/4. The instructor can supply and bring to class if needed; 800 yards on each 8 oz. tube for $9.90. ***Weft: Cotton/cotton blend fabric strips OR natural mop cord, approximately 2 lb. for 4 placemats needed. Strips are cut so that when twisted they are not quite as thick as a pencil, or whatever thickness you want for your mats. Natural mop cord is available from the instuctor for $8/lb.Contact Barb Gallagher at the Weavers Loft (barb@weaversloft.com) to order any materials needed or if you have any questions.Current Guild policies require that unvaccinated participants wear a mask any time they are at the house. Those vaccinated against COVID-19 may go unmasked. Teachers may request all participants wear a mask.COVID-19 policies may change according to the guidelines of the CDC and the State of Ohio.Problems registering? Email the <a href="http://mailto:classes@weaversguildcincinnati.org" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Education Committee</a>.Your fee will be refunded if the class is canceled or changed to a different date. Three registrations are required for a class to be held. Students will be notified before the start date if a class is canceled due to an insufficient number of students. Eventbrite processing and credit card payment fees will not be refunded if a student cancels for any reason.

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