Intermediate Band Weaving: Tubular Bands (Laces and Lanyards)

Weave your own tubular bands for cool, custom-made shoelaces, bands, and lanyards! In this class, you'll learn how to weave tubular bands on an inkle loom and explore various methods for cleanly finishing the ends.

Weaving a tube is a little different from traditional band weaving: the shuttle passes through the shed in one direction only, then returns to the starting side by passing underneath the warp. As you pull the weft firmly into place, the selvages come together to form a seamless tube.

During class, you will plan your project, warp the loom, and weave your band. Weaving begins in class, but will most likely be completed at home. The instructor is available to help finish the tubular band(s) cleanly when meeting to return the class loom.
 

About the Instructor: Beth Mercer

 

Instructor will provide the following: 

All supplies for tubular band weaving, including inkle looms, weaving yarn in a wide range of colors, and finishing supplies.

 

Students are asked to bring:

• Enthusiasm for learning!
• Since your class runs over the lunch hour, we recommend you bring lunch or click HERE to learn about local eating opportunities. 

 

Skill Level

Intermediate: prior inkle weaving experience or attendance in the “Introduction to Band Weaving: Plain Weave on an Inkle Loom” class are prerequisites to this class. Basic band weaving techniques are not taught in this class, though they will be reviewed.

Age Recommendation
Students ages 16 and older are welcome to attend this class. Students ages 16 and 17 may attend without a parent/guardian in attendance as long as MMFS is provided with written parental permission by email to info@marinemillsfolkschool.org.

Location Details

Marine Mills Folk School

550 Pine Street

Marine on St. Croix, MN 55047

 

Cost Details

Tuition: $90

Materials Fee: $20

Total Cost: $110

 

NOTE: Be aware we may cancel class if a minimum number of registrations is not reached. We work to balance teachers’ need to plan for a class with students’ busy schedules — not an easy task. Please register as early as possible! If interested, you can find our cancellation policy HERE.