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Block Weaves (Module 2)


  • Castlemaine Uniting Church Hall 12 Lyttleton St Castlemaine VIC 3450 (map)

Bronson Lace, Vesna Begovic. Summer & Winter, Leslie Hilding. Doublecloth Pleats, Ilka

Note: This course requires some prior experience in 4 shaft Weaving - for example the Introduction to Weaving Course

Block Weaves and layers are key components of Handloom Weaving and Design. 

This 6 month module covers Lace blocks, Summer and Winter and Double / Multilayer Cloth on 4 shafts.

Sampling will lead to the design and production of your own article using one of the structures learned in the course. The program includes a preparatory theory session (online) before each full Sunday together, and a follow-up project celebration.

Students supply yarns of their own choice with guidance from Ilka.

4 Full Saturdays: May 23, June 20, July 18 & August 15

4 Theory Saturdays (10am -12noon online): May 9, June 6, July 4 and August 1

1 Project Completion Celebration - Saturday October 3

Course Cost : $540 (or $140 deposit and 8 x $50/fortnightly instalments).

Note: Mount Alexander LETS Pods (Castlemaine's barter currency) are also accepted as part payment :)

Please Email Ilka to arrange your instalments / payment plan.