Weaving Overshot on the Rigid Heddle Loom with Angela Tong
About Weaving Overshot on the Rigid Heddle Loom with Angela Tong
Learn how to weave beautiful overshot patterns on the rigid-heddle loom using just one heddle and a pick-up stick. Angela will go over all the basics of the overshot structure to get you started on this new weaving adventure, and then you’ll weave a sample using what you’ve learned. Discover endless design possibilities as you weave these complex patterns using simple pick-up techniques.
Supplies, Equipment & Materials Needed for Class
Equipment:
• 10" or larger rigid heddle loom
• 7.5- or 8-dent heddle
• 2–3 stick shuttles
• Pick-up stick
• Tapestry needle
• Scissors
• Tape measure
Yarn:
• Warp: 8/4 or 3/2 cotton, 1 cone.
• Weft (tabby): 8/4 or 3/2 cotton, the same as your warp.
• Weft (pattern): Worsted-weight, Chunky, or Bulky yarns in 2–3 colors that will contrast against your weft tabby yarn. Weft yarn needs to be thicker than warp.
• Scrap yarn
Materials Kit
No materials kit for this class.
Pre-class Homework
Students should have their rigid heddle looms warped. The instructor will send warping directions before the workshop.
Skill Level
Advanced; student must be very comfortable warping and weaving on a rigid heddle loom
Contact the Teacher
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When
3-hour live online session.
Enrolled students receive 30-day access to the video recording of the class.
How It Works
Register and enroll above. Enrollment is not complete until payment is made on the next page, by credit card or Paypal via our secure platform. Enrolled students will receive an immediate email confirmation of enrollment, and on the day before the seminar, a reminder with Zoom link to join the class via email. Students will also be able to join the Zoom sessions from their Lessonface dashboard. Students can connect to Zoom using a tablet or computer with reliable internet. To actively participate online students also need a webcam with microphone.
Angela Tong
Angela Tong is a textile arts designer and instructor. She specializes in knitting, crochet and weaving. She enjoys teaching online, at yarn shops and traveling to fiber events & retreats. Her spare time is spent on the pottery wheel. Follow her on Instagram @angelatongdesigns.
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