Beginning Weaving with Kallia Walkowiak 2024
Beginning Weaving with Kallia Walkowiak 2024
2024 Class Offerings:
Friday, March 22, 2024; Wednesday, April 10, 2024; Saturday, May 25, 2024; Monday, September 30, 2024; Thursday, October 10, 2024; Wednesday, November 20, 2024; Wednesday, December 11, 2024
(10am-4pm)
Price: $165 non-member $140 member
Kit Fee: $25 included in price
Beginning Class Description: Class Description:
In this class you will learn to complete a small woven mat in a color of your choice in
one lesson. You will learn to read a pattern, make a warp, thread a loom, choose a weft,
weave an article, and secure ends. At the end of the class you will take home your
work, a copy of the pattern you used and a new knowledge of the ancient art of
weaving. Use of a Table Loom, warping boards and shuttles will be provided for use in
the class.
*4-heddled table top looms, warping board, and shuttles are supplied for use during class.
(You may also bring your own 4 heddle table loom- with prior approval. Please email education@wiquiltmuseum.com to request approval.)
Supply List
pair of scissors
note taking supplies
About the Artist
My name is Kallia Walkowiak, I’m 27 years old and I’ve been a fiber artist in one form or another for about 8 of those. I learned to weave from a local class several years ago, and it felt like coming home. I’ve incorporated weaving into my life as much as possible ever since. I find the steps meditative and it’s a great way to feel a connection to fiber history. I dove into teaching this craft as soon as I was able. I have a massive passion for both the individual process of weaving, as well as the insight it gives into what goes into making the textiles we take for granted in our everyday lives. I like to say that none of the steps of weaving are hard on their own, there’s just a lot of them. I know the process of getting started weaving can feel intimidating to new weavers, so I strive to keep the classes a relaxed and welcoming environment to people of all skill levels and learning styles. I want to give space for people to feel comfortable learning (and making mistakes!) in my classes. We’re here to explore a beautiful craft, not stress ourselves out worrying over perfection in a new art form.