Learning to Weave on an Inkle Loom

Class Time: Friday, April 25, 2025, 12:00 PM to 4:00 PM

Location: St. Louis Community College - Meramec Campus, 11333 Big Bend Road, Kirkwood, MO 63122. Check in at Registration 15 minutes prior to class starting at PE Building for location.

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Instructor: Roiana Buckmaster w/ Buckmaster Family Farm

Have you ever looked at the big looms and wondered if weaving was for you? This class is your chance to find out! We will use a mini Inkle loom with a simple string heddle system to create basic warp faced fabric that will introduce you to the basic principals of weaving that  are universal to all looms.

You will learn to warp your loom, tie your heddles, how to create a shed, how to keep your edges tidy and how to begin and end your project.

Skill Prerequisite: An attitude to learn something new!

Ages: 18+

Supplies: Included in Class Cost

• Handmade poplar mini loom to take home!
• Handmade poplar shuttle to take home!
• All yarn needed to weave

Additional Supplies Needed: None.

Homework: None.

Class Policies

• The class minimum is 4 students. If we are unable to fill these spots, we will cancel the class and provide a full refund.
• By signing up for this class, you have admission to Friday Night Vendor Marketplace Preview.
• If a class is sold out, click here to be placed on the Wait List.
• No refunds will be issued after April 1, 2025.
  
• For any cancellations prior to April 1, 2025, a $25 administrative fee will be assessed.