Workshop
Loop of the Loom receives Yukiko Yokoyama, a Japanese artist with 40 years of experience who is also holding a third exhibition in New York this fall, to teach simple techniques with many secret tips for warp dyeing and methods for setting the warp threads to maximize pattern potential. This technique not only highlights her unique Yoroke weaving but also serves as a valuable ticket for advancing to someone next stage of hand weaving. This is an intermediate level but beginners level are also allowed, however, the instruction will be tailored for those with some knowledge of warp setting on a two-shaft loom.
Participants will practice with pre-dyed Kasuri yarn by warping. And the instructor demonstrates how to thread them onto the reed and insert them into a 2-shaft loom. If time permits, some participants may try threading on each loom. After grasping the image post-threading, each participant will dye their own undyed wool yarn. Dyeing will use synthetic dyes and microwave methods. Attendees can take home the dyed yarn, but it will be wet, so please bring a plastic bag for transport.
They recommend also attending a Yoroke weaving workshop (9/29 or 10/5), which will add to your skills and help you create even more beautiful Yoroke weaving.
Loop of the Loom is a wonderful retreat for those seeking relaxation through textile art. It allows participants to unleash their infinite creativity using looms and various textures. Since 2005, we have offered ""Zen weaving"" a free-spirited approach to weaving with SAORI's weaving philosophy that breaks away from traditional weaving concepts.
At our two weaving dojos, we sell Japanese natural dyes, organic yarns, and SAORI looms, carefully curated with sustainability and wellness in mind and suitable for environmentally conscious crafters.
Tickets costs $200.