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CANCELLED – Next Step Pick Up Rigid Heddle class (June 2023)

London District Weavers and Spinners

This class was cancelled due to low registration. Please watch ldws.ca for future classes. Registrants will be contacted and fees will be refunded

This class is the logical next step for new rigid heddle weavers. Learn to expand the possibilities of your loom by learning to use a pick up stick (or two) to produce lacey weaves, window panes, honeycomb, etc.

Learn to read pick up patterns and explore how to use warp and weft floats in creative ways.

Loom set up directions will be given before class.

Requirements:
Having taken a beginner weaving class or comfortable with warping and weaving.
Two contrasting colours of 4/8, 8/8, dishcloth or handicrafter cotton (50 gm each).
Two pick up sticks or foot long rulers.

Class duration: Three hours

Location: 530 Charlotte St. Boyle Memorial Community Centre

Instructor: Linda Elkins

Cost: The course fee will be $45 for LDWS Members and $60 for non-members – payable on registration.

The class will have a minimum of 4 students and a maximum of 6.

Date: June 3, 2023

Time: 9:00 am – noon

  • COVID Protocol for classes
  • As of June 1, 2023 – Masks are welcome but not mandatory for the duration of each class
  • Compliance with any other Covid-19 protocols set by the East Lions Community Centre

***Cancellation Policy: Participants who cancel their registration up to 1 month prior to the start of the workshop will receive a full refund.  A participant who finds a replacement for his/her spot within 1 month prior to the start of the workshop will receive a full refund.  Cancellations within 1 month of workshops (with no replacement found) and “no-shows” will not be refunded.  If the Guild cancels a workshop for any reason, all registration fees will be refunded.  

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Cancelled – Beginning Rigid Heddle Weaving (June 2023)

London District Weavers and Spinners

This class has been cancelled due to low registration numbers. Registrants will be contacted and fees refunded. Please watch ldws.ca for future class listings

Learn to Weave on a Rigid Heddle Loom

If you have wanted to learn to weave but are not ready to tackle a 4 harness loom, or
if you wish you could weave for yourself, your friends and family, or to sell at FAFS, or
if you have limited space for a loom, or
if you are a spinner with beautiful yarn you want to turn into useful treasures, or
if you’re just curious, come and join us. 

In 2 – 3 hour classes you will set up the loom and weave a scarf, then set up the loom again to refine your skills and learn some useful tricks and techniques. 

Instructions will be given to participants before the course about yarn requirements.

Location: 530 Charlotte St. Boyle Memorial Community Centre

Instructor: Linda Elkins

Cost: The course fee will be $85 for LDWS Members and $110 for non-members – payable on registration.

The class will have a minimum of 4 students and a maximum of 6.
A limited number of looms are available to rent for $10. Loom rentals are for a month from the date of the first class.If you have your own please indicate in the form below

Dates: June 3 and June 17

Time: 1:00 pm – 4:00 pm

  • COVID Protocol for classes
  • As of June 1, 2023 – Masks are welcome but not mandatory for the duration of each class
  • Compliance with any other Covid-19 protocols set by the East Lions Community Centre

***Cancellation Policy: Participants who cancel their registration up to 1 month prior to the start of the workshop will receive a full refund.  A participant who finds a replacement for his/her spot within 1 month prior to the start of the workshop will receive a full refund.  Cancellations within 1 month of workshops (with no replacement found) and “no-shows” will not be refunded.  If the Guild cancels a workshop for any reason, all registration fees will be refunded.  

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Beginning Spinning Class – Spring 2023

London District Weavers and Spinners

This Spinning Wheel course is for the person who would like to learn how to spin on a Spinning wheel, while having fun making your own yarn from wool fibres. 

We will cover:

  • The working of the spinning wheel
  • How to prepare fibres for spinning
  • Spinning the yarn
  • Finishing yarn

Location: This course will be in person, and take place at the East Lion’s Community Centre in the North Art Room

Instructor: Diny Warren

Cost: The course fee will be $175 for LDWS Members and $210 for non-members – payable on registration . A material fee of $30 will be required to be paid on the first day of class.

The class will have a minimum of 4 students and a maximum of 5. Spinning wheels are available for use during the class. If you have your own please indicate in the form below

Dates: June 10, 17 and 24

Time: 10:00 am – 1:00 pm

  • COVID Protocol for classes
  • As of June 1, 2023 – Masks are welcome but not mandatory for the duration of each class
  • Compliance with any other Covid-19 protocols set by the East Lions Community Centre

***Cancellation Policy: Participants who cancel their registration up to 1 month prior to the start of the workshop will receive a full refund.  A participant who finds a replacement for his/her spot within 1 month prior to the start of the workshop will receive a full refund.  Cancellations within 1 month of workshops (with no replacement found) and “no-shows” will not be refunded.  If the Guild cancels a workshop for any reason, all registration fees will be refunded.  

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Beginning Weaving Course – FULL

London District Weavers and Spinners

This class is full. A new class will be posted in the fall.

  • Learn how to warp a loom
  • Discover basic weaving techniques & weave structures
  • Select appropriate yarns
  • Plan a project
  • Keep records of your projects
  • Follow instruction for projects
  • Learn weaving terminology and equipment

Dates: April 16, 23 and 30, May 7, 28
Time: 10:00 am – 3:00 pm
Location: East Lions Community Centre – 1731 Churchill Ave, London, ON
Instructor: Kathy Morgan
Cost: $350 members, $380 non-members

Preregistration is required.

***Cancellation Policy: Participants who cancel their registration up to 1 month prior to the start of the workshop will receive a full refund.  A participant who finds a replacement for his/her spot within 1 month prior to the start of the workshop will receive a full refund.  Cancellations within 1 month of workshops (with no replacement found) and “no-shows” will not be refunded.  If the Guild cancels a workshop for any reason, all registration fees will be refunded.  

Covid-19 protocols for in person courses:

  • COVID Protocol for classes
  • As of June 1, 2023 – Masks are welcome but not mandatory for the duration of each class
  • Compliance with any other Covid-19 protocols set by the East Lions Community Centre

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Beginning Rigid Heddle Weaving (Feb 2023)

London District Weavers and Spinners

Learn to Weave on a Rigid Heddle Loom

If you have wanted to learn to weave but are not ready to tackle a 4 harness loom, or
if you wish you could weave for yourself, your friends and family, or to sell at FAFS, or
if you have limited space for a loom, or
if you are a spinner with beautiful yarn you want to turn into useful treasures, or
if you’re just curious, come and join us. 

In 2 – 3 hour classes you will set up the loom and weave a scarf, then set up the loom again to refine your skills and learn some useful tricks and techniques. 

Instructions will be given to participants before the course about yarn requirements.

Location: 1731 Churchill Ave, East Lion’s Community Centre

Instructor: Linda Elkins

Cost: The course fee will be $85 for LDWS Members and $110 for non-members – payable on registration.

The class will have a minimum of 4 students and a maximum of 6.
A limited number of looms are available to rent for $10. Loom rentals are for a month from the date of the first class.If you have your own please indicate in the form below

Dates: February 18, March 4

Time: 1:30 pm – 4:30 pm

    • COVID Protocol for classes
    • As of June 1, 2023 – Masks are welcome but not mandatory for the duration of each class
    • Compliance with any other Covid-19 protocols set by the East Lions Community Centre

    ***Cancellation Policy: Participants who cancel their registration up to 1 month prior to the start of the workshop will receive a full refund.  A participant who finds a replacement for his/her spot within 1 month prior to the start of the workshop will receive a full refund.  Cancellations within 1 month of workshops (with no replacement found) and “no-shows” will not be refunded.  If the Guild cancels a workshop for any reason, all registration fees will be refunded.  

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    Felt a Scribble Scarf – Cancelled

    London District Weavers and Spinners


    Registration: Workshop Cancelled due to lack of registration

    Date: Saturday April 29 10:00 – 3:00
    Location: East Lion’s Community Centre – 1731 Churchill Ave
    Instructor: Leslie Samson
    Participant fee: Members $125, Non-members $165 (includes materials)

    SCRIBBLE LACE SCARF
    with Leslie Samson
    In this class we will make beautiful lacy felted scarves. The halo of the angora will fill in lacy spaces to create a cozy and sensational accent for winter dressing or a light cover in warmer weather.
    There are tricks for the best results. Using a premium product – 50/50 angora / merino pencil roving and silk fabric, participants will learn the easy way to lay out and felt a laminated accessory with an expensive look.

    Free-styling applications of nuno, 3-Dimensional techniques, finishing and embellishment techniques will be covered.

    Students will bring: A tea towel and a bath towel (bath sheet would be too large).

    • COVID Protocol for classes
    • As of June 1, 2023 – Masks are welcome but not mandatory for the duration of each class
    • Compliance with any other Covid-19 protocols set by the East Lions Community Centre

    ***Cancellation Policy: Participants who cancel their registration up to 1 month prior to the start of the workshop will receive a full refund.  A participant who finds a replacement for his/her spot within 1 month prior to the start of the workshop will receive a full refund.  Cancellations within 1 month of workshops (with no replacement found) and “no-shows” will not be refunded.  If the Guild cancels a workshop for any reason, all registration fees will be refunded.  

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    Shibori and Indigo Dyeing Workshop

    London District Weavers and Spinners

    REGISTRATION OPEN to all

    Dates: Sat., May 6 and 13 10:00 – 3:00
    Location: Boyle Memorial Community Centre
    Instructor: Diny Warren
    Registration Fee: Members – $115 Non-Members – $155
    Material Fee: $45 – to be paid to instructor at first class

    This is a 2 day workshop.
    Day 1 – Shibori
    Day 2 – Indigo dyeing

    Scroll to bottom to register

    What is Shibori?
    The word Shibori comes from the Japanese verb Shiboru which means to wring, squeeze or press.
    Fabric is compressed to block the dye from entering. This can be achieved in many different ways.
    Folds and pleats can be placed randomly for a chance effect by scrunching, twisting or they can be arranged in a controlled way by folding, wrapping and binding.

    Then there is the stitched Shibori where rows of small stitches can follow a draw line, follow a specific
    shape. Pulling up the threads of hand sewn rows of small stitches create tiny folds.

    Several techniques will be shown and applied on the first Saturday, May 6.
    The most traditional and most common technique for dyeing Shibori is Indigo dyeing, which is what we
    will be doing. Other dye methods can be used.

    Saturday May 13, we will be using an Indigo Vat
    You will be shown how to start the vat, how it comes alive and watch the magic happen when you dip
    and carefully retrieve your pieces from the Indigo liquid.
    Watch the colour change in front of your eyes. A sense of mystery and expectation always prevails no
    matter how well you prepare your folding, clamping or stitching.

    We will be using mainly cotton material in this workshop.
    At the conclusion of the two days you will have :
    Created an Indigo dyed Cotton scarf 22”x 72”, and two light weight cotton napkins 22”x22”, we can dip
    some silk hankies. You will be able to bring some small cotton or linen items from home to dye, depending on the survival of the vat.

    The knowledge to apply these techniques to other fabrics using different dyeing techniques.
    Shibori and Indigo dyeing can be used on Silks, fine wools, linen, hemp.

    Further instructions for the workshop will be provided to the class registrants closer to the workshop
    dates.

      • COVID Protocol for classes
      • As of June 1, 2023 – Masks are welcome but not mandatory for the duration of each class
      • Compliance with any other Covid-19 protocols set by the East Lions Community Centre

      ***Cancellation Policy: Participants who cancel their registration up to 1 month prior to the start of the workshop will receive a full refund.  A participant who finds a replacement for his/her spot within 1 month prior to the start of the workshop will receive a full refund.  Cancellations within 1 month of workshops (with no replacement found) and “no-shows” will not be refunded.  If the Guild cancels a workshop for any reason, all registration fees will be refunded.  

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      Beginning Spinning Class – Winter 2023 – Class is Full

      London District Weavers and Spinners

      This Spinning Wheel course is for the person who would like to learn how to spin on a Spinning wheel, while having fun making your own yarn from wool fibres. 

      We will cover:

      • The working of the spinning wheel
      • How to prepare fibres for spinning
      • Spinning the yarn
      • Finishing yarn

      Location: This course will be in person, and take place at the East Lion’s Community Centre in the North Art Room

      Instructor: Diny Warren

      Cost: The course fee will be $175 for LDWS Members and $210 for non-members – payable on registration . A material fee of $30 will be required to be paid on the first day of class.

      The class will have a minimum of 4 students and a maximum of 5. Spinning wheels are available for use during the class. If you have your own please indicate in the form below

      Dates: February 18, March 4, April 1

      Time: 10:00 am – 1:00 pm

        Will you be bringing your own spinning wheel?

        • COVID Protocol for classes
        • As of June 1, 2023 – Masks are welcome but not mandatory for the duration of each class
        • Compliance with any other Covid-19 protocols set by the East Lions Community Centre

        ***Cancellation Policy: Participants who cancel their registration up to 1 month prior to the start of the workshop will receive a full refund.  A participant who finds a replacement for his/her spot within 1 month prior to the start of the workshop will receive a full refund.  Cancellations within 1 month of workshops (with no replacement found) and “no-shows” will not be refunded.  If the Guild cancels a workshop for any reason, all registration fees will be refunded.  

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        Blending Fibres Workshop – Full

        London District Weavers and Spinners

        Spinning with Beth Showalter

        Sherry Dailey shared the pictures she took during the Blending Fibres Workshop

        Blending-Fibre

        Creative Blends: Let the Fibre Fly!

        Date: Sat., Apr. 15, 2023
        Location: East Lion’s Community Centre – 531 Churchill Ave
        Registration Fee: – $50 Member, $70 non-member
        Material Kit + Workshop Notes: $50.00/person payable to instructor
        Instructor: Beth Showalter
        Explore Different Blends and their characteristics using hand cards, combs, hackles and blending boards.

        Full details are here

        • COVID Protocol for classes
        • As of June 1, 2023 – Masks are welcome but not mandatory for the duration of each class
        • Compliance with any other Covid-19 protocols set by the East Lions Community Centre

        ***Cancellation Policy: Participants who cancel their registration up to 1 month prior to the start of the workshop will receive a full refund.  A participant who finds a replacement for his/her spot within 1 month prior to the start of the workshop will receive a full refund.  Cancellations within 1 month of workshops (with no replacement found) and “no-shows” will not be refunded.  If the Guild cancels a workshop for any reason, all registration fees will be refunded.  

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        Inkle Weaving Class

        London District Weavers and Spinners

        Dates: Thurs., Feb. 23, and Mar. 2 – 6:30 to 9:00 pm
        Location: East Lion’s Community Centre – 531 Churchill Ave
        Instructor: Kathy Morgan
        Participant Fee: members – $60, non-members – $80
        Material Fee: $5 payable to instructor at first class
        Equipment: A limited number of Inkle looms will be available for rent for $10, if you have an Inkle loom or can borrow one that would be helpful

        This is a two-evening workshop.

        Description: If you have ever wondered how to weave on an Inkle loom, now is your chance.
        This two-evening, hands-on workshop will provide an introduction to Inkle weaving.
        From setting up the loom, creating different patterns and weaving a project, these
        are just a few of the items to be covered.  Come join in the fun!

        • COVID Protocol for classes
        • As of June 1, 2023 – Masks are welcome but not mandatory for the duration of each class
        • Compliance with any other Covid-19 protocols set by the East Lions Community Centre

        ***Cancellation Policy: Participants who cancel their registration up to 1 month prior to the start of the workshop will receive a full refund.  A participant who finds a replacement for his/her spot within 1 month prior to the start of the workshop will receive a full refund.  Cancellations within 1 month of workshops (with no replacement found) and “no-shows” will not be refunded.  If the Guild cancels a workshop for any reason, all registration fees will be refunded.