Ikat Weaving

June 3 - 9, 2012

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Ikat, one of the oldest forms of textile decoration, is a type of weaving where the warp, weft or both are space-dyed before weaving, to create designs on the finished fabric. Numerous colors can be achieved through layering in light to dark dye baths. The natural movement during weaving gives ikat designs a feathered edge, which characterize this technique. Students will be able to learn about dye recipes, warp and weft measurement, and basic loom mechanics. One or two weavings can be accomplished, depending on the dimension of the design.

Instructor

Rachel Chambers