Introduction to Warp Pick Up Patterning on an Inkle loom

Schedule

Wed, 21 Jan, 2026 at 09:30 am to Fri, 23 Jan, 2026 at 02:30 pm

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Weavers Guild of Greater Cincinnati | Cincinnati, OH

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Learn this centuries old technique for creating geometric patterns in band weaving.
About this Event

Dates: Wed., Jan. 21 and Fri., Jan. 23, 2026 9:30-2:30 both days. Sales end: Jan 14, 11pm. Ticket: $110. Instructor: Janie Yates. Materials fee: $10 packet fee + $5 materials fee. Skills Needed: Students should complete Introduction to Band Weaving on an Inkle Loom or be proficient in warping and weaving plain weave on an inkle loom. Class Limit: 6. Class Location: 2ndFloor.

Warp pick up on warp faced bands is a centuries old technique that can be found in many places around the world. With a warp of alternating highly contrasting colors the weaver picks up light or dark, or both colors of warps to create geometric designs on a plain weave ground. Patterns can be simple or highly complex depending on the number of warps and how fine the yarn.

In this class students will learn to warp an inkle loom with alternating contrasting colors. They will learn how to read the patterns for warp pick up and will practice pick ups on the dark and light sheds. Students will be given several simple patterns and will have the opportunity to create their own designs.

NOTE: Please refrain from wearing scented lotion or perfume. Janie is painfully sensitive to fragrance.

Supplies to Bring:

  • Fibers/materials for this class will be provided by the instructor. Students should be prepared to pay the $15 fee on the first day of class. Cash, check or Venmo only will be accepted
  • Bring a folder or binder for the handout (it is several pages).
  • Pack a lunch and beverage. A refrigerator and microwave are available. If you choose to keep a beverage near you while in the classroom it must be in a container with a spill proof lid.

Problems registering? Contact the Education Committee at [email protected].

Questions about this class? Contact the instructor, Janie Yates at [email protected].

Janie has a deep passion for textiles that has lead her to study and become proficient in almost anything related to yarn and fabric. Crochet and macrame were the first techniques she learned at age 9 and she's never stopped. The current list includes weaving (on all types of looms), spinning, kumihimo (Japanese braiding), finger loop braiding, batik and resist dyeing, embroidery, crochet, knitting, tatting, macrame, beadwork, basketry, sewing, clothing design and shoe making.

Janie has Bachelor of Art degree with an emphasis in Textiles from Berea College. It was during her first weaving class at Berea that she discovered a talent and love for teaching. She has been teaching widely varied textile related classes to adults and children since 1999. It gives her great satisfaction to share her passion for textiles and teach her students new skills that bring them joy.

If you are not feeling well, please contact the instructor instead of coming to the class. On a case-by-case basis, we may be able to reschedule you into a future class or provide a make-up lesson. Ticket fees are not normally refunded.

Depending on the CDC Guidelines for Hamilton County at the time the class is held, a mask may be required. If so, you will be notified before the first class.

Unless specifically stated, Weavers Guild classes are designed for ages 18 and above. On a case-by-case basis, a minor may be permitted to register for a class but must be accompanied by a registered adult who agrees to assist the minor during the class. Contact the Education Committee Chair at [email protected] for permission before registering any minor in a class.

Fees are non-refundable. Your fee will only be refunded if the class is canceled or changed to a different date. Three registrations are required for a class to be held. Students will be notified before the start date if a class is canceled due to an insufficient number of students. Eventbrite processing and credit card payment fees will not be refunded if a student cancels for any reason.

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Weavers Guild of Greater Cincinnati, 4870 Gray Road, Cincinnati, United States

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