Beginning Weaving & Beyond
- Tom Jipson

TWO Weekend Classes:
February 11-12 (Sat. - Sun.)
February 17-19 (Fri. - Sun.)

Join the ranks of those who have discovered the fun and satisfaction of
learning to produce beautiful fabric on a four harness loom. Students will learn (or review) all the steps of planning a project, winding a warp, and dressing a loom. The class will progress through a series of woven samples designed to introduce a variety weave structures and techniques. Group discussion in design, drafting, finishing and other elements of the weaving craft complement the individualized work at the loom, all in an atmosphere of mutual support and friendly camaraderie.

A large binder of detailed handouts reinforces the class work and provides the structure for continued learning at home.

No experience is necessary. For advanced beginning weavers and beyond there is individualized agenda and options to accommodate them.

TOM JIPSON is a professional weaver and longstanding member of the League of NH Craftsmen. His beautifully designed and impeccably constructed shawls, scarves, blankets and throws are highly sought after at the annual League fair in Sunapee, NH, as well as at upscale craft shows in and around New York City. A widely respected instructor of both efficiency-oriented production weaving and labor- intensive Navajo weaving techniques, Tom has shared his considerable knowledge and expertise with many fortunate weavers throughout New England. With an uncanny ability to coalesce students of varying skill levels into a unified and mutually supportive group, his reputation for a high level of individualized attention, and warm, easy-going manner, Tom has been one of the most popular instructors at Harrisville Designs for over thirty years.