Workshops are an opportunity to learn from an experienced instructor over one or more sessions. Participants typically pay a fee to participate. Registration opens first to Guild members, and then to non-guild members, space permitting. Visit our Workshop Policies page for information on how to register, and our cancellation policy
Spring 2025
April 11-13 2025
Swedish Towels Workshop with Melissa Weaver Dunning
What is it about the Swedish traditional weaves that is both distinct and so satisfying to our weaver’s eye? In this round robin class, we will explore monks belt, daldräll (overshot), halvdräll, rosepath, crackle, twills, Swedish lace and more as well as simple tape woven hanging loops, all in 8/2 cotton and cotton/linen yarns. There will also be discussion of weave structures, history and simple finishing.
Dates and Times: April 11-13 2025, 9AM-5PM Daily
Where: Purcellville Train Station: 200 N 21st St, Purcellville, VA 20132.
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Format: Three-day Round Robin class: Melissa will cover weave structures, tape weaving, history, finishing & simple hand sewing.
Class Size: Maximum of 18 students
Loom Requirements: Looms will not be provided. Participants are responsible for bringing a loom. Please let Melissa know what type of loom you are bringing when filling out your registration form
Yarn Requirements: You may use your yarn from your personal stash or order 8/2 cotton or cottolin (cotton/linen blend). Melissa may place an order to Brassard if there is interest, and she can make kits from her stash.
Warping Clinics: Melissa is willing to offer warping clinics to 2 people at a time in her home studio February and March; anyone interested can contact the guild directly. Please put the words “Warping Clinic” in your subject line.
Drafts (Patterns): Once enrollment is closed, Melissa will assign the individual drafts and email them to you.
Registration: Registration for guild members is now open; non-guild members may register for any available spaces beginning February 1st. The link will be provided here at that time.