Walk in and Weave
Learn to Weave or Spin
Weaving
I learned to weave in college many decades ago while getting my BFA and have been weaving ever since.
Weaving can be complicated and like any new learning process, takes time and practice.

You can simply walk in and weave a towel, or you can do a deep dive into learning everything you want to know about weaving.
I will guide you through the complexities of learning how to weave. You can learn on an 8 or 12 shaft floor loom.
As an artist who now weaves to sell, I started as a studio artist and shifted when my children were born. That shift took me to sewing, where I created home accessories as a side business.
Once my children began to leave the house, I went back to my love of weaving. I understand drafting, design, and color interaction. As I kept weaving, I also learned there are many different ways to do almost anything in weaving. I don't use a "rules" book, I teach by listening to my students, finding a way that works for them. Then I allow the exciting experience of seeing something they design come to life in front of their eyes.
My teaching process starts by getting a student on a loom to weave. If you don't like the act of weaving, you may not want to go further! It's that simple.

If you choose to move on, we will go step by step through the entire process, learning how to tie on to a loom, drafting, design, color interplay, tips and tricks and how to warp a loom.
Spinning
I learned the basics of spinning on a drop spindle in college but let that go to harness my love of weaving.
During the pandemic I stepped back into spinning. I now am proficient in drop spindles, supported spindles and wheel spinning. As a retailer for Majacraft, you will learn to spin on a beautifully engineered wheel that is not only wonderful to look at but easy to spin on.
Your first class is $75.00 and you will leave with a woven towel or a sample of yarn. If you love the act of weaving, I have packages that can move you along the learning curve.
Please use this Contact Form to reach out with questions and to set up a date. I am in Philadelphia, PA, USA. Close to all forms of public transportation and have parking available.