Fibers and Weaving
The imagination can be freed working with textiles, where fiber art techniques such as shibori, batik, silk-painting, or block-printing can be adapted from global traditions, cultural symbolism, or the human imperative for mark-making.
Located on the two floors of the Priest's House on the Ursuline Campus, our 50 floor looms are considered to be the largest teaching collection in the U.S., and are enjoyed by an active community of adult student weavers.
Materials List
Classes not listed here will either have required materials in the class description, discuss needed materials during the first class, or the materials will be supplied.
Class details (meeting times, tuition, etc.) are listed below.
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Tuition Assistance
A limited number of scholarships for tuition assistance are available for classes in the Fibers Department. Adults interested in studying fibers may apply for tuition assistance by submitting the application form and contacting Casey Galloway, casey.galloway@ozone-1.com.
Fibers and Weaving Class Notes
Studio Practices: Limited open studio time for students enrolled in weaving classes will be determined at the beginning of each term; dates and times will be discussed in class and posted for students. For fiber related workshop classes, studio use is only permitted during the time of the workshop dates.
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Opens December 10
9:00am
Fiber & Weaving Classes - Spring 2025
Course Description
Learn the fundamentals of weaving on a four-shaft loom. This foundation class focuses on loom set up, understanding basic weave patterns (plain weave and twill variations), double weave construction and material considerations. Creating sound structure and developing good weaving habits will be emphasized. Reading drafts will also be covered. Each student will have the exclusive use of a floor loom for the semester. This class requires the ability to stay focused with good coordination and hand dexterity. Materials and supplies will be provided in the tuition fee; optional materials will be discussed in class. NOTE: This class is a prerequisite to 2002 On-Loom Weaving Studio Projects.
Course Description
Designed for the intermediate weavers who wishes to pursue a more in-depth exploration of the weaving process. Several weaving structures, materials, and loom control, as well as designing independent projects will be emphasized along with refreshers on dressing a loom and reading a draft. The class will begin with a group project and work up to individual projects. Each weaver will have exclusive use of one of the Fibers Department’s floor looms.
Course Description
This program is designed for intermediate and advanced student-artists who wish to pursue their own direction in weaving. Acquiring new structural and manual skills and exploring new materials will be emphasized. Individual planning sessions along with some group instruction will allow students to proceed at their own pace. Each weaver will have exclusive use of one of the Fibers Department’s large collection of floor looms and use of the dye lab.
Course Description
As objects made for human interaction and handling, both containing and bounded by space, vessels can take many forms and be constructed of a wide variety of materials. This mixed-media fiber art vessel workshop includes components such as gauze and plaster bandages, cheesecloth, hydrosoluble fiber, walnut ink, found objects, wire, and mulberry paper. An art vessel of this kind may symbolize the fragility of life, the passage of time, and the impermanence of existence. Participants will create at least one mixed-media vessel that can be displayed on a flat/wall surface. It may begin with layers of plaster gauze and acrylic-reinforced cheesecloth with mulberry paper and may include patches, stitches, and found objects. You can create patterns, textures, and relief work by strategically combining layers of paper and fibers.
Course Description
In nuno, or laminated felting, loose wool fibers are fused with a pre-existing woven fabric to create stunning and highly textural effects. Using the process of wet felting, the wool fibers that are placed on top of the pre-existing fabric migrate through the woven structure and locked in place. As the wool fibers shrink they pull the fabric with them causing ruching, puckering and pleating. Nuno felts are generally lightweight, flexible, and extremely versatile for use in making garments, accessories, or fine art pieces. No previous experience necessary.
Course Description
SAORI-style weaving has recently taken hold in North America, attracting both novice weavers and experienced traditional weavers due to its “free-style” approach; begin or expand your weaving journey using this user-friendly methodology that emphasizes an individual’s creative expression. The workshop will introduce you to the history behind SAORI and Japanese founder Misao Jo, and the philosophy behind the forgiving, “no-mistakes” nature of SAORI weaving as you experiment with techniques, texture, and color. Explore some traditional weaving techniques and those that are particular to SAORI with a focus on creative use of color and textures.
Course Description
Discover the history, tradition, and craft of handmade brooms. This two-day workshop will focus on broom making materials, tools, and a variety of techniques, including full-sized sweeping brooms, cobwebbers, and more as time allows. Students will come away from this workshop prepared with a strong foundational knowledge to continue practicing the craft at home—not to mention their own array of ready to use brooms tied in class! All skill levels welcome. This is a very physical craft, and moderate hand and body strength is needed.
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