Tapestry Making Workshop With Bozena Hrycyna (Nov. 9 & 10, 2024)

This workshop is an introduction to the very ancient, simple yet endlessly variable art of tapestry weaving on a frame loom. You will learn to wind a simple warp on a frame and do pick up weaving with wool to create a small tapestry sample incorporating traditional Ukrainian designs. You will be introduced to the foundational concepts and terms used in weaving, as well as common patterns.

Weaving and textile making is one of the oldest crafts in the world. Come learn this timeless beautiful practice, and connect with Ukrainian heritage and humankind’s shared heritage. Feel the mystery and joy through the work of your hands.

All materials included for the session. No experience necessary. Participants must attend both days. (Nov. 9 - 10:00am - 4:00pm and Nov. 10 - 1:00pm - 4:00pm) Limit 8 participants.

Instructor Bozena Hrycyna loves to be with textiles! She loves embroidery, loom weaving, traditional clothing making & experimentation, growing and weaving straw, and making folk art with others!

This workshop is part of the exhibition ancillary programming generously supported by SUS Foundation of Canada, Shevchenko Foundation, Kalimin Foundation, Wally Wyshniowsky and St. Volodymyr Institute

Host or Publisher Ukrainian Museum of Canada, Ontario Branch