Unleash Your Inner Weaver: Master the Art of Shadow Weaving
Join Dorothy Tuthill, Cowgirl Yarn's expert weaving instructor and multi-published artist, for the Shadow Weave Towel Hybrid Weaving Class!
This five-session hybrid class will guide you through the intricate process of creating beautiful Overshot Towels.
What You'll Learn:
For the 2025 towel class, Dorothy has designed a colorful set of towels for you to weave while you explore the versatile technique of shadow weave (one of her favorite structures). The towels require a 4-shaft loom at least 24" wide, and 8/2 cotton yarn. You will also need a 10 dent reed and two shuttles. Students are expected to warp their looms independently.
Class will be five hybrid sessions; participants can join via Zoom, in-person, or a mix of both.
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Feb. 12, Session one: Dorothy will discuss shadow weave, review warping methods, and answer questions in the Fernwood Studio. Participants will prepare their warp and dress their looms.
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Feb. 26, Session two: Two weeks after the warping review, participants will show their first towel done and Dorothy will discuss treadling alternatives and show how to draft in shadow weave.
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March 26, Session three: Participants will show their progress on their six towels and have a Q & A session with Dorothy. She will show us how to design and use profile drafts—a skill that you will find invaluable when you design your own fabrics.
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April 16, Session four: Come prepared with all of your last questions on how to finish the towels and Dorothy will demonstrate how to finish them. We’ll also wind up the discussion of profile drafts.
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April 26, Fifth and Final Session: Bring your finished projects to the Fernwood Studio to show off and exchange 5 of your 6 towels with your fellow participants. Celebrate the completion of this project with wine and snacks!
Note: Out of town participants will need to mail five of their six towels to Cowgirl Yarn to participate in the exchange.
Space in this class is limited to six, independent weaving students. If the class fills up before you're able to register, please contact the store, and we'll add you to the waitlist.
If the class fills up before you're able to register, please get in touch with the store, and we'll add you to the waitlist.
Class Details:
Instructor: Dorothy Tuthill
Dates & Times:
- S1: February 12th 5 - 7 pm
- S2: February 26th 5 - 7 pm
- S3: March 26th 5 - 7 pm
- S4: April 16th 5 - 7 pm
- S5: April 26th 1 - 2:30 pm
Investment: $275
Location: Fernwood Studio in the basement of Cowgirl Yarn or via Zoom
Parking: Participants can park for free in the First Interstate Bank parking lot down the street from Cowgirl Yarn during non-banking hours.
Max # of Students: 6 independent students
Pre-Requisites:
This class is intended for the advanced beginner weaver who can warp their loom with some review of techniques in the first session. A device capable of Zoom, including working speakers, microphone, and webcam is required for participating remotely. 4-shaft looms are available to rent from Cowgirl Yarn. This is a MAJOR time commitment to weave six towels in this amount of time! So please plan accordingly!
Homework:
Set time aside in your calendar to weave regularly outside of class times to complete this project on time!
Please Bring to Class:
- Dorothy will be getting us the exact 8/2 yarn yardage at the beginning of 2025. Maysville 8/2 Cotton, Ashford 8/2 Cottlin.
- A 4-shaft loom at least 24" wide. (Cowgirl Yarn will have 4-shaft floor looms available to use during the class.)
- A Zoom-capable device, including a working microphone, speakers, and web camera if you will be zooming into class.
- Printed Instructions/ pattern draft available at the shop or emailed at the time of registration.
Final Important Notes:
Please read our Class Terms and Conditions and provide a phone number and email when checking out, so we can contact you if needed should a last-minute issue arise.
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