Fibers & Weaving   

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. NOTE: 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 for 2002 On-Loom Weaving Studio Projects.

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. NOTE: 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 for 2002 On-Loom Weaving Studio Projects.

This program is designed for 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. A two-week dye lab will also be part of the curriculum offered. Each weaver will have exclusive use of one of the Fibers Department’s large collection of floor looms. Prior to registering: Students must contact the Fibers Department, casey.galloway@utsa.edu, by Aug 27; and if approved, students will be contacted by e-mail on or before Aug 28 and must register by Sept 14. The instructor reserves the right to restrict enrollment. Prerequisite: Introduction to Weaving & Intermediate Weaving or equivalent experience.

This program is designed for 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. A two-week dye lab will also be part of the curriculum offered. Each weaver will have exclusive use of one of the Fibers Department’s large collection of floor looms. Prior to registering: Students must contact the Fibers Department, casey.galloway@utsa.edu, by Aug 27; and if approved, students will be contacted by e-mail on or before Aug 28 and must register by Sept 14. The instructor reserves the right to restrict enrollment. Prerequisite: Introduction to Weaving & Intermediate Weaving or equivalent experience.

This program is designed for 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. A two-week dye lab will also be part of the curriculum offered. Each weaver will have exclusive use of one of the Fibers Department’s large collection of floor looms. Prior to registering: Students must contact the Fibers Department, casey.galloway@utsa.edu, by Aug 27; and if approved, students will be contacted by e-mail on or before Aug 28 and must register by Sept 14. The instructor reserves the right to restrict enrollment. Prerequisite: Introduction to Weaving & Intermediate Weaving or equivalent experience.

This intensive two-day class will lead students step-bystep through traditional flat tapestry weaving techniques. Tapestry is the most basic of weave structures; it offers the artist a wide range of visual possibilities. Students will learn how to prepare a warp and weave simple shapes. The class is designed for both beginners and those with experience wishing to refresh their skills. Looms and weaving materials will be provided; please bring a lunch both days.

Explore the world of handmade brushes in this two-day workshop. We will use a combination of hand and power tools to craft brushes with varying uses—from cleaning your workbench, dusting shelves, decorating ceramics, painting, and much more. We will work with a variety of plant and animal fibers, discuss their uses, and learn multiple methods of solidly constructing brushes. The workshop will be focused on learning the fundamentals, while encouraging students to think creatively. All materials will be provided by instructor; please bring a lunch both days.

This workshop will teach the fundamentals of traditional appliqué for use in functional contemporary designs and finishing an appliqued top into a quilt. Each student will create a small appliqué sampler using naturally dyed fabrics. Several applique techniques will be taught so students learn how to apply different kinds of shapes. In the second session, appliqué samplers will be made into mini art quilts using hand-quilting and facing edge finishing. All skill levels welcome, guidance will be shared aurally, demonstrated, and handouts with all techniques will be provided to suit different learning types. Includes materials; see website for list of supplies needed.

In this introductory sewing class, students will make a tote bag from start to finish. Participants will learn how to read a sewing pattern, cut fabric correctly, and sew on a machine using different stitches and finishing techniques. On the second day, students will have the opportunity to customize their tote bags through a variety of techniques such as stamping, screen printing, painting, embroidery, and applique. Stamps and screen prints will be pre-made and provided by the instructor. Includes materials; see website for list of supplies needed and students will need to provide their own sewing machine.