Waffle Weave Towels! This a fun technique to make a textured “waffle weave” structure combined with plain weave for a nice absorbent & textured towel. You make the “waffle” by using a pick-up stick in two different positions to give you both a warp & weft face intermittent weave structure.
We will use 100% cotton for the towel. You can use one or two colors; the choice is yours. I recommend either an 8/4 cotton or a sport weight cotton fiber. You will need approximately 350 yards of cotton.
8/4 cotton cones can be purchased at Ewe & I in Chehalis. Cotton can be purchased at The Black Sheep Yarn Boutique or Our Local Yarn Shop (OLYS), both in Olympia. Mention your purchase is for a class at Arbutus to receive a 10% discount on your purchase at any of these stores.
You will also need to bring tapestry needles and scissors to class.
Appropriate for students who have a basic knowledge of weaving and warping a loom
Class takes place at Arbutus Folk School, 610 4th Ave E, Olympia.
Students must bring approximately 350 yards of 8/4 cotton or sport weight cotton. See description above for more details.
Open to students ages 13 and up welcome with a parent. Full scholarships available for youth with financial need - apply at https://arbutusfolkschool.org/youth-scholarship-program/.
For Covid safety we cannot allow drop-ins at this time - please register to attend. Masks are required for the duration of all classes. Students must complete a health check form before participating, available digitally through our website and on paper upon entry to the building.
