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Tapestry Weaving Basics with Lisa Almeida League of NH Craftsmen – Meredith Fine Craft Gallery. Meredith NH
September 10 @ 10:30 am - 4:00 pm
Join artist Lisa Almeida for a class on Sunday, September 10th, 2023 from 10:30 am – 4:00 pm.
What to expect: In this class, you will learn the basics of how to create images with fiber using a simple tapestry loom.
You will weave a tiny tapestry from start to finish and leave with your loom warped and ready to start a new project at home.
You will weave a tiny tapestry from start to finish and leave with your loom warped and ready to start a new project at home.
Who should attend: Anyone interested in learning the foundational skills of tapestry weaving is encouraged to attend. If you’ve never touched a loom in your life, this class is for you. If you are an experienced hand-weaver, you will discover a new way to enjoy your loom.
About the Instructor: Lisa Almeida discovered tapestry weaving in 2017. She was immediately captivated by the joy of creating images with fiber and has been weaving nearly every day since. She is a member and past Director of Exhibitions of the American Tapestry Alliance, and a juried member of the League of NH Craftsmen. Her work is sold and exhibited locally and nationally.
Tuition is $135.00 per student with an additional material fee of $40.00 paid by cash or check to the instructor at the time of the class.
Materials fee includes:
A wooden tapestry lap loom with accessories (beater comb, shuttle stick, and tapestry needles) – all of which you will keep.
Enough cotton warp and wool to complete the class project and another like it at home.
Space is limited and pre-registration is required. Please contact the gallery at 603-279-7920 to register. Please sign up by Tuesday, September 5th.
Enough cotton warp and wool to complete the class project and another like it at home.
Space is limited and pre-registration is required. Please contact the gallery at 603-279-7920 to register. Please sign up by Tuesday, September 5th.