ABK Weaving Center offers classes through Milwaukee Recreation. To sign up, visit Milwaukee Recreation at https://mkerec.net. If you have any questions please email Carole Grandaw.
ABK Weaving Center Winter 2025 classes will run between January 13 to March 21st. Registration for city of Milwaukee residents opens at 10:00 a.m. on Thursday, December 5th and on December 12th for non-residents.
WINTER 2025 CLASSES
Weaving Basics and Beyond: Weavers who have already taken a class at ABK can continue the learning process by developing more advanced weaving skills and planning more complex projects. Supply fee is based on materials used. BEGINNERS ARE NOT PERMITTED TO ENROLL IN BASICS AND BEYOND CLASSES - this is only for returning students. Activity code: 3RAE6905
Monday 9:30-12:30 / section code GS01 / Jan 13-Mar 10 / Instructor: Naomi Holthaus
Monday 6:00-8:30/ section code GS08 / Jan 13-Mar 10 / Instructor: Carly Neil
Tuesday 3:00-5:30/ section code GS09 / Jan 14-Mar 4 / Instructor: Jacquie Crema
Tuesday 6:00-8:30 / section GS02 / Jan 14-Mar 4 / Instructor: Jacquie Crema
Wednesday 12:00-3:00 / section GS03 / Jan 15-Feb 26 /Instructor: Judy Larsen
Wednesday 6:00-8:30 / section GS04 / Jan 15-Mar 5 / Instructor: Lynn Sbonik
Thursday 6:00-8:30 / section GS06 / Jan 16-Mar 6 / Instructor: Lynn Sbonik
Weaving Beginner Basics: Beginners will learn to warp the loom and weave a sampler of patterns. Participants will be introduced to pattern and draft weaving as well as project planning. Weavers must complete their first project within the 8-week session. Returning beginners will be able to hone their skills by making a scarf or table runner. Weavers may repeat this class as many times as they like but will be limited to these two projects. A supply fee of $10 (cash only) is due to the instructor at the first class. Activity code: 3RAE6959
Monday 6:00-8:30 / section code GS01 / Jan 13-Mar 10 / Instructor: Kallia Walkowiak
Tuesday 6:00-8:30 / section code GS03 / Jan 14-Mar 4 / Instructor: Kallia Walkowiak
Wednesday 9:30-12:30 / section code GS04 / Jan 15-Feb 26 / Instructor: Judy Larsen
Thursday 6:00-8:30 / section code GS05 / Jan 16-Mar 6 / Instructor: Carly Neil
Tapestry Weaving: This class is open to both those with no tapestry experience and those who know the basics but want to learn more, and advanced weavers wanting to gather with like-minded weavers to share tapestry experience. Bring a small tapestry loom to class or rent one from ABK Weaving Center. A $5 (cash only) supply fee is due to the instructor at the first class. This class will run for seven weeks. Activity code: 3RAE6919
Tuesday 9:30-12:00 / section code GS01 / Jan 14-Mar 4 / Instructor: Peggy MacArthur
Soumak for Tapestry: Soumak is a technique that adds dimension, texture, and line in tapestry. A simple frame loom is required or rent one from ABK Weaving Center. A $5 (cash only) supply fee is due to the instructor at the first class. Activity code: 3RAE6975
Monday 9:30-12:30 / section code GS01 / Jan 13-Mar 10 / Instructor: Peggy MacArthur
Rigid Heddle Weaving-Intro: Learn how to set up, warp, and weave on a rigid heddle loom. Looms will be provided at ABK Weaving Center for use in the classroom. Tips for project planning, a look at various weave structures and loom features, and suggestions and resources for future projects will be included. Please bring a notebook, pen, scissors and measuring tape to class. A $5 (cash only) yarn fee is due to the instructor at the first class. Activity code: 3RAE6917
Thursday 10:00-12:30 / section code GS01 / Mar 6-Mar 20 / Instructor: Sue Knorr
Hand Manipulated Weaves: Create stunning borders and designs for your weaving projects using hand manipulated weaving. Register for GS01 (Brooks Bouquet) or GS02 (Danish Medallions), or both, and weave a sampler. Weavers will warp the loom independently prior to the first class using their own materials. Weavers may use either an ABK loom and warp it during open weave hours before the class meets or use their own rigid heddle or table loom. Warping instructions and open weave hours will be provided via email after registration is received. Class is appropriate for those taking Weaving Basics & Beyond. A $15 cash only material fee is due to the instructor. Bring a bag lunch. Activity code: 3RAE6974
Tuesday 3:00-8:00 / section code GS01 (Brooks Bouquet) / Mar 11 / Instructor: Jacquie Crema
Thursday 3:00-8:00 / section code GS02 (Danish Medallions) / Mar 13 / Instructor: Jacquie Crema
Twills-Straight Draw and More: This class will provide an opportunity to explore and sample many variations of woven twills. Bring your own loom and accessories or use a loom provided by ABK. Weavers must bring materials for taking notes and a bag lunch. A materials fee of $20 (cash only) is due to the instructor at the first class. Fee includes yarns and instruction materials. Activity code: 3RAE6976
Wednesday/Friday 9:00-2:30 / section code GS01 / Mar 7-Mar 19 / Instructor: Judy Larsen
Tablet Weaving: Tablet weaving is an ancient craft used to create sturdy woven bands of fabric used for everything from bag straps to fabric trims. Weavers will make a replica of the Oseberg band. A $10 cash only materials fee is due to the instructor at the first class. Activity code: 3RAE6977
Wednesday 6:00-8:00 / section code GS01 / Feb 5-Feb 26 / Instructor: Kallia Walkowiak
Beginner Knitting: Learn the basics of knitting. Participants will learn how to cast yarn on and off their needles, various knit and purl combinations, and the necessary skills to continue on with the art of knitting. Please bring size US 9 circular 16” needle and worsted weight yarn to class. Activity code: 3RAE6972
Monday 6:00-8:00 / section code GS01 / Feb 10-Feb 24 / Instructor: Erin Arnevik
Not Your Grandma’s Knitting: Basic knitting skills (ability to cast-on, knit, purl, bind-off) are needed to take this class. Participants will learn to make a project utilizing basic techniques. Cables in fall, felting in winter, and color work in spring. Knitters will be contacted via email prior to the start of the classes and given the choice of 2 projects. A supply list for each project will be provided in the email. Activity code: 3RAE6903
Thursday 5:00-7:00 / section code GS01 / Jan 16-Mar 6 / Instructor: Meridith Berghauer
Kids Knitting: This class is for beginners and beyond. Beginners will learn the knit and pearl stitches and casting on and binding off. Returning students will build on skills to make socks, bucket hats, or other comparable projects. Please bring size US 10 (6mm) 16” circular knitting needle, bulky weight yarn, and stitch markers to class. Activity code: 3RCE6901
Monday 5:00-6:00 / section code GS01 / Jan 13-Mar 10 / Instructor Erin Arnevik