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Whether you are a beginning weaver or an expert, we have a class for you! Get inspired, have fun, and gain the confidence you need to tackle any project.

 
 

WEAVING REVIEW
2 Sessions $50
Tuesday, January 10 & 24, 7-9:30pm
Judy Steinkoenig, instructor
Start the New Year by dusting off that loom and getting creative. We’ll review warping, figuring yarn requirements and drafting. This is a brief review of BEGINNING 4 SHAFT WEAVING. You will be given ideas for projects and the assurance that you are ready to go out and weave those rugs, scarves, vest, shawls and whatever else might come to mind.
BEGINNING 4 SHAFT WEAVING SKILLS REQUIRED. USE OF A 4 SHAFT LOOM REQUIRED.

BEGINNING 4 SHAFT WEAVING
8 Sessions $160
Begins Sunday, January 22, 1-3:30pm, 1st class will be from 1-5pm
No class February 19
Judy Steinkoenig, instructor
Become a weaver! Learn how to use a shaft loom to create fabrics and projects you've only dreamed of. In addition to warping, reading drafts and figuring yarn requirements, we'll explore pattern weaves such as lace, summer and winter and overshot. The emphasis is on fun and the possibilities are endless. This is the beginning. Expect at least four or five hours of homework per week in this class. USE OF OUR LOOM PROVIDED.

TAPESTRY WEAVING
2 Sessions $80
Saturday, January 28 & February 11, 1-4pm
David Johnson, instructor
In this two day workshop students will warp and weave tapestries using plain and soumak techniques. Day one covers warping and weaving, and day two focuses on ideas and design. Students will keep the looms to allow them to finish their weaving. At a time determined by the class, there will be a potluck and review to talk about the finished pieces. ALL LEVELS WELCOME. LOOM AND SOME YARNS PROVIDED.

DYE AND WEAVE A COLLAPSE SCARF
2 Days $125
Saturday, February 4 & Sunday, February 5, 9-5pm
Betsy Blumenthal, instructor
Hand painted handwoven “collapse” scarf. For 2 shaft, 4 shaft or 8 shaft looms: It’s fun and easy to create your own high fashion ‘collapse” scarf. Class covers 4 different “collapse” weave structures. On day 1 we will hand paint the warps for a 2 yard scarf, and thread our looms. On day 2, we will weave the scarf. Warping instructions and the “collapse” overtwist weft will be provided. ADVANCED BEGINNING 4 SHAFT WEAVING SKILLS REQUIRED, INCLUDING WARPING AND WEAVING WITH A BOAT SHUTTLE. NO PREGNANT WOMEN PLEASE.

BEGINNING RAG WEAVING
4 Sessions $105
Begins Sunday, February 5, 1-3:30pm, no class February 19
Gail Madden, instructor
Recycle those old clothes and sheets or start with new fabric! Learn the techniques needed to create beautiful and practical rag rugs and place mats. Learn time saving tips and various weave structures as well as color and design for rag weaving. BEGINNING 4 SHAFT WEAVING SKILLS REQUIRED. USE OF A 4 SHAFT LOOM REQUIRED.

TASTE OF 4 SHAFT WEAVING
2 Days $125
Monday, February 6 & Tuesday, February 7, 9-5pm
Judy Steinkoenig, instructor
During this introductory four shaft weaving class, you will warp the loom twice. You’ll weave a sample and design and weave a finished piece to take home. USE OF OUR LOOM PROVIDED.

WEAVE A SCARF
1 Day $80
Sunday, February 12, 10-5pm
Sara Goldenberg-White, instructor
If you’ve wanted to try weaving, but haven’t had the time, this all-day class is for you. Using a rigid heddle loom, students will experience all the steps of weaving a scarf from start to finish. Warping, weaving and finishing will be covered, along with basic weaving techniques. By the end of the class, students should have a good idea about what weaving is all about - and go home with a finished project! USE OF OUR RIGID HEDDLE LOOM AND SUPPLIES ARE INCLUDED.

A LITTLE BIT ABOUT A LOT
4 Sessions $70
Begins Wednesday, February 15, 10-12noon
Judy Steinkoenig, instructor
Curious about other weave structures? Unsure how block designs work? Together we’ll study and explore common and not so common weaves. Join the fun in expanding your weaving knowledge. BEGINNING 4 SHAFT WEAVING SKILLS REQUIRED. USE OF A 4 SHAFT LOOM REQUIRED.

WEAVE A CROSSOVER SCARF
2 Sessions $95
Thursday, February 23, 10-4pm & Friday, February 24, 10-2pm
Sally Kuhn, instructor
Learn this fascinating technique while weaving a scarf of fabulous Tencel. Students will select, wind, thread and weave the entire scarf in class using our Wolf Pup looms. BEGINNING 4 SHAFT WEAVING SKILLS REQUIRED. ALL MATERIALS PROVIDED.

WEAVE A BAG IN A DAY
1 Day $80
Saturday, March 3, 10-5pm
Sara Goldenberg-White, instructor
Learn how to do double weave on the rigid heddle loom while creating a fun functional bag. This class will go over how to wind a warp on a warping board and set up your rigid heddle loom for double weave as well as how to weave two layers of cloth at once!
If you have your own loom, bring it with you, if not, one will be provided (we will use 10 dent reeds). BEGINNING RIGID HEDDLE WEAVING SKILLS REQUIRED.
YARNS PROVIDED.

PICK ME UP: EASY-AS-PIE PICKUP PATTERNS FOR THE RIGID HEDDLE LOOM
1 Day $50
Sunday, March 11, 10-3pm
Sara Goldenberg-White, instructor
Now that you’ve got plain weave down on the rigid heddle loom, it’s time to spice things up with pick-up patterns. Using a pick-up stick on the rigid heddle loom is easier than you think and you’ll soon appreciate how powerful this little tool can be. We’ll spend the morning creating weft floats and the afternoon warp floats—and then put it all together to weave both in the same fabric with just one pick-up stick. Whether it’s honeycomb, krokbragd or lace, you can weave all of these patterns on your rigid heddle loom—and have a blast doing it. BEGINNING RIGID HEDDLE WEAVING SKILLS REQUIRED.
USE OF A RIGID HEDDLE LOOM REQUIRED.

INKLE WEAVING
2 Sessions $65
Sunday, March 11 & 18, 1-4pm
Sally Kuhn, instructor
Inkle weaving is simple, portable and fun. Learn the basics of warping and weaving on an inkle loom. We’ll make two different projects, one of your own design. ALL LEVELS WELCOME. USE OF OUR LOOM AND MATERIALS PROVIDED.

DOUBLEWEAVE
1 Day $55
Tuesday, March 13, 9-4pm
Judy Steinkoenig, instructor
Want to weave a blanket 45 inches wide, but your loom is only 25 inches? Would you like to weave a vest and not sew a seam or weave your name or draw a picture on the loom without using tapestry? If "yes" is your answer, then come try doubleweave. BEGINNING 4 SHAFT WEAVING SKILLS REQUIRED. USE OF A 4 SHAFT PORTABLE LOOM REQUIRED.

 

 
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We are conveniently located in the
Table Mesa Shopping Center
635 South Broadway, Unit E, Boulder, CO 8030

Tel: (303) 494-1071 (800) 283-4163 Fax: (303) 554-6593
Email: shuttles@shuttlesspindlesandskeins.com

Hours: Mon. 12-6, Tues. - Sat. 10-6 Closed Sundays

We accept: Visa/MasterCard/Discover/AmEx

 

WEAVERS’ NIGHT OUT
3rd Thursday each month
6:30-8:30pm
We're expanding our Cricket Club to include all you weaving enthusiasts. This is our special time... to share what we've been weaving...to ask questions...to get help...to meet other passionate weavers. Bring your portable loom, such as your rigid heddle, frame or table loom and spend the evening weaving and chatting. Or, just come with your show-and-tell and share your latest success with other like minds. Your hostesses: Judy Steinkoenig and Jane Patrick.

LOOMS FOR LOAN
If you are taking a weaving class from Shuttles and need to use a portable loom, table looms are available for use one week prior to class. Call the shop to reserve one.

Purchase a floor loom and receive $100 off your choice of yarns. We also offer free shipping on your floor loom.

HOLIDAY CLOSURES
Christmas Eve, Saturday, December 24, Close 3PM
Christmas Day, Sunday, December 25th, Closed
New Year's Eve, Saturday, December 31, Close 3PM
New Year's Day, January 1, Closed
Closed January 2-3, Inventory
Open Wednesday, January 4, 10-6PM

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Shuttles, Spindles & Skeins, Inc • Located in the Table Mesa Shopping Center 635 South Broadway, Unit E, Boulder, CO 80305
TEL (303) 494-1071 (800) 283-4163 FAX (303) 554-6593 Open Mon. 12-6, Tues. - Sat. 10-6 Visa/MasterCard/Discover/AmEx


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