Weaving a Scandinavian Roots Sampler

Try out various Scandinavian weaving techniques over six evening sessions with local weaver Melba Granlund. Working on a small tabletop tapestry loom with cotton warp and wool yarn in beautiful colors, students will create a sampler with various Swedish and Norwegian patterns popular in both countries. Lectures and demos will walk students through each pattern’s techniques, history, and typical applications. By the end of class, students will have a sampler suitable for use as a wall hanging, small purse, or pillow cover. Images from the ASI collections and the instructor’s personal collection will supplement the class.

Looms are provided; a $15 deposit is included in the class fee and refunded at the end of class. Alternatively, you can bring your own tabletop tapestry-style loom to the first class and receive the deposit back immediately. Please share the loom dimensions with ASI after registration to confirm the size and type is appropriate.

A $50 materials fee is due to instructor Melba Granlund in class to cover all materials, including Swedish and Norwegian wool yarn and patterns. This multi-level weaving class is appropriate for novices through intermediate weavers looking to explore new techniques. Suitable for ages 16+.