Bozeman Weavers Guild

This 3-day pre-conference workshop is an exploration of

3-end block weaves, the same structure Jason uses to weave all his rugs.  Starting with simple two-color designs and moving on to designing within the blocks and the introduction of a third color.  Techniques such as clasped wefts and dovetailing will be looked at to further increase the design scope of this structure.  2/1 double faced twill will also be covered in this class.  Special emphasis will be placed on Shaft Switching, every one being able to adapt their looms in class to try out this exciting technique.

Class will include instruction on how to set up the loom correctly for rug weaving. Twining at the beginning and end of the rug, darning in of the loose ends, use of the temple and many other invaluable tips for successful rug weaving will be covered.
Each class concludes with a look at rug finishes, a few of the many finishes will be demonstrated.

Intermediate to Advanced

• Pre-warped 4 shaft loom – a table loom is fine, though if possible a small floor loom will be beneficial. Jack, counter – balance or counter marche actions are all acceptable
• stick shuttle
• yarns
• pen, paper and scissors.