Weave Your Way: A Philippine Weaving Workshop

Name: Weave Your Way: A Philippine Weaving Workshop
Start: 2025-02-25T11:00:00-08:00
End: 2025-02-25T13:00:00-08:00
Location: Sohn Las Vegas

Schedule

Tue Feb 25 2025 at 11:00 am to 01:00 pm

UTC-08:00

Location

Sohn Las Vegas | Las Vegas, NV

Weave Your Way is an immersive and hands-on weaving and cultural workshop designed to introduce participants to the art of Philippine weaving.
🎟️: $35 general admission | $40 at the door
📍: @sohnlasvegas in the Arts District | 220 E Charleston Blvd
RSVP link: https://partiful.com/e/it7cKuFIJp46pnRPLMQm (9 spots left!)
Perfect for beginners, this workshop is open to anyone aged 6 and up who is eager to explore the basics of weaving and learn how to use a frame loom.
Participants will gain foundational weaving skills, including setting up a loom, understanding warp and weft threads, and creating simple yet beautiful woven pieces.
Beyond technique, the workshop offers insights into the rich history and cultural significance of Philippine textiles, showing samples of the best weaves from all over the Philippines, fostering a deeper appreciation for the intricate art form that has been passed down through generations.
Whether you're looking to spark your creativity, connect with Filipino heritage, or simply try something new, Weave Your Way provides a welcoming and inspiring environment.
Big thanks to SOHN Las Vegas and the Philippine Honorary Consulate of Las Vegas!
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About Hibla Philippines (@HiblaPhilippines)
Hibla Philippines is a social enterprise dedicated to preserving the rich heritage of Filipino textiles and empowering local weaving and sewing communities.
Founded on the principles of sustainability and cultural pride, Hibla collaborates with 11 weaving communities and the Sto. Kristo Kusturera Producers Cooperative, which comprises over 90 seamstresses in Quezon City, Philippines.
These partnerships bring to life modern and customizable garments that showcase the beauty of traditional weaves like Binakol, Kantarines, and Inabel.
Through initiatives such as skill-based training, sustainable production practices, and innovative technology, including the development of a website application with garment-customization technologies under the DOST-WHWISE program, Hibla ensures that its artisans thrive in both local and global markets.
By highlighting Filipino craftsmanship and fostering sustainable livelihoods, Hibla Philippines is more than a brand—it is a movement that uplifts communities and redefines how the world sees Philippine textiles.