Introduction to Colour Blending in Tapestry Weaving - Discovery Session with Emma Straw
Ref: STA41837
About this course
A discovery session exploring tapestry weaving through colour blending techniques, including hatching and half-passes. This two hour discovery session will be held on the Gardens Gatehouse Craft Table. Please access via the Gardens Entrance.
Course Description
An introduction to colour and blending in tapestry weaving on a small frame loom, suitable for complete beginners. Through guided, hands-on practice, you'll learn how to create soft transitions and areas of colour using simple weaving techniques, while building confidence with yarn and tools. You will take home your own woven sample at the end of the session.
Course Materials
Included
For use during the course
- Frames
- Warp
- Clamps
- Scissors
- Yarn
- Bobbins
- Other Samples
Available to buy
A variety of art and craft materials are available to buy in the Gardens Gatehouse Shop.
Timetable
This two-hour disocvery session will be held at our Craft Table in the Gardens Gatehouse. Please access via the Gardens entrance.
Start time: 2pm Finish time: 4pm
General Information
Tutors
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