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A close-up of a dark navy blue knitted fabric draped over a wooden loom, with warp threads visible and part of a textile workshop or studio in the background.
  • A close-up of a dark navy blue knitted fabric draped over a wooden loom, with warp threads visible and part of a textile workshop or studio in the background.
2026 10 Hartford Beginner Rigid Heddle

2026 10 Hartford Beginner Rigid Heddle

$145.00

This class is an introduction into rigid heddle weaving. In the first class, students will  learn how to dress a loom, and will be weaving by the time class ends. Between classes, looms will be taken home for a week of weaving practice and exploration. Schacht Cricket Looms will be provided for use.

The second class begins with cutting off your sample and learning  finishing techniques. Participants will dress their looms a second time, learn to hemstitch, learn about appropriate yarns and sett, with tips and tricks included to get you excited about this new weaving journey!

Supplies needed: Please bring scissors, a tape measure and a tapestry needle and 2 colors of #4 weight yarn, approximately 300 yards each. A suggested #4 yarn is Lily Sugar n' Cream (cotton). This is readily available at Michael's and Walmart, as well as online retailers. Schacht Cricket Looms will be provided for use.

Instructor: Shari Diamond
Location: Hartford Artisans Weaving Center, 42 Woodland Street Hartford, CT 06105
Fee: $145, you will have the option to purchase or rent your loom at the end of class.
Dates: Fridays, October 16 and 23, 2026
Time: 9:30 am-1:00 pm each day
Suggested Age: 16+

Refunds and Class Cancellations

The Weaving Center reserves the right to cancel a class due to low enrollment. Should we do so, registered students will receive a full refund. For active classes cancelled due to weather or instructor illness, a make-up time will be scheduled.

Registered Students: Please notify the Weaving Center as soon as possible if there is a need to cancel your registration.

  • If there is a waiting list and the spot can be filled, a 3% processing fee will be deducted from the total refund if you have paid by credit. If you have paid by check and the spot can be filled, you will receive a full refund.
  • If a spot cannot be filled, no refund will be offered. This includes absences due to unexpected events or personal circumstances such as illness.
  • We do not offer credit towards another class. No-shows forfeit any refund and make-up classes (for instances other than weather related cancellations or instructor illness) are not offered.