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Intro to Rigid Heddle Weaving

  • 02 May 2026
  • 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
  • Local Cloth Studio | 408 Depot Street, Asheville NC 28801
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The simple design of rigid heddle looms make them the perfect weaving loom for anyone wishing to learn the craft. They’re perfect for all skill levels and allow you to sample a wide variety of yarns and techniques. Rigid heddle looms are affordable, easy to set up, lightweight and portable. In this class we’ll cover the basics of dressing the loom and try various weaving techniques. You will weave enough cloth to make a small tote bag or wall hanging.

Level: Beginner

Members: $100

Non members: $120

Instructor: Sue Helmken (Read Sue's bio)

Materials fee: $25 cash or venmo (to be collected day of class)

Materials supplied by teacher: loom with warp, shuttles, yarns, printed instructions

Materials students should bring: scissors, tapestry needle, optional crochet hook, random yarns for weft, paper and pen

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