The Weaver's Market Tote: A Rigid Heddle Weaving Workshop
In this immersive workshop, you'll learn the foundations of rigid heddle weaving as you create a sturdy, handcrafted tote using premium Italian Juta yarn, a beautifully textured Italian fiber that gives the finished fabric its distinctive rustic character. Finished with durable cotton webbing handle
Time & Location
Oct 15, 2026, 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
MI Craft House, 516 E Grand River Ave Ste. B, Howell, MI 48843, USA
About the event
Discover the timeless art of rigid heddle weaving while creating a beautiful market tote you'll be proud to use for years to come.
In this immersive workshop, you'll learn the foundations of rigid heddle weaving as you create a sturdy, handcrafted tote using premium Italian Juta yarn, a beautifully textured Italian fiber that gives the finished fabric its distinctive rustic character. Finished with durable cotton webbing handles, your tote is perfect for farmers markets, library visits, fiber festivals, project supplies, or everyday adventures.
This workshop is designed for both beginners and those looking to strengthen their weaving skills. Together, we'll begin by dressing the loom and learning the fundamentals of rigid heddle weaving, including warping, understanding proper tension, reading the cloth as you weave, creating smooth selvedges, maintaining a consistent beat, and producing balanced woven fabric. Along the way, you'll gain practical skills and confidence that can be applied to…
Tickets
Weaver Juta Market Bag
All supplies and instruction included in cost. Cancellation & Refund Policy [3 or more weeks before the workshop: full refund] [2–3 weeks before the workshop: full credit toward a future workshop] [Less than 2 weeks before : non-refundable, but you may transfer your spot to someone else.] If you are unable to attend and cannot transfer your ticket, some workshops may offer the option to pick up the supplies used in class at a later date. However, this is not available for all workshops.
$175.00
+$4.38 ticket service fee
Total
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