INTRO TO RIGID HEDDLE LOOM WEAVING

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INTRO TO RIGID HEDDLE LOOM WEAVING | Learn to weave on a Rigid Heddle Loom DATE: Sunday, May 17, 2026 TIME: 2 - 5 pm WHERE: San Diego Craft Collective, 2590 Truxtun Road, San Diego, CA SAVE YOUR SPOT HERE: --> https://sandiegocraft.org/product/beg-rh-loom-weaving/ <-- Learn to Weave Fabric! In this 3-hour workshop, beginners are invited to explore weaving a length of fabric on a rigid heddle loom. Students will learn how a rigid heddle loom works and how to weave the oldest textile structure, plain weave, learning about the interlocking of warp (the yarn set-up woven upon) and weft (yarn that passes horizontally that one weaves with). Students will spend the majority of the class practicing and honing best weaving practices for balance between warp and weft, clean selvedges and proper ergonomics. Each student will have the opportunity to weave up to 36 inches of fabric. Students are welcome to bring yarn of their choice to incorporate into their weaving as weft. Warp and weft fiber provided will include: 100% cotton yarn. All materials to weave a textile or length of fabric are included for use. No experience necessary. Ages 10+ welcome! OPTION: Students will weave on Ashford looms. The instructor will have a variety of Ashford looms present for purchase in class. Please contact Jeanine at aninidesigns@gmail.com if you have any questions or specific looms you’re interested in beforehand. This workshop is part of Craft Collective’s 3rd annual Fiber Fest! Join in the main day of festivities on Saturday, May 16th, for a day filled with fiber fun! It’ll be a vibrant celebration of natural textiles and sustainability, bringing together fiber artists, artisans, sustainability advocates, and local farmers. On May 16th, we’ll host a live demonstration of sheep shearing, live artist-artisan demonstrations, interactive craft for families, artist vendors and more. This event is designed to build community within the Southern California Fibershed, showcasing the journey of natural textiles from sheep to finished fabric. Learn more at https://sandiegocraft.org/fiber-fest/! ~ FAQs ~ What are my parking options for getting to and from the event? The Collective has a parking lot with free parking around the back and front.