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 Spring 2025 classes will run between March 17th to May 15th. Registration for city of Milwaukee residents opens at 10:00 a.m. on Thursday, February 27th and on March 6th for non-residents.
SPRING 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: 4RAE6905
Monday 9:30-12:00 / section code GS01 / Mar 17-May 12 / Instructor: Naomi Holthaus
Monday 6:00-8:30/ section code GS06 / Mar 17-May 12 / Instructor: Carly Neil
Tuesday 6:00-8:30 / section GS03 / Mar 18-May 13 / Instructor: Jacquie Crema
Wednesday 12:00-3:00 / section GS07 / Apr 2-May 14 /Instructor: Judy Larsen
Wednesday 6:00-8:30 / section GS05 / Mar 19-May 14 / Instructor: Lynn Sbonik
Thursday 6:00-8:30 / section GS04 / Mar 20-May 15 / 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: 4RAE6959
Monday 6:00-8:30 / section code GS01 / Mar 17-May 12 / Instructor: Kallia Walkowiak
Tuesday 3:00-5:30 / section code GS02 / Mar 18-May 13 / Instructor: Jacquie Crema
Wednesday 9:30-12:30 / section code GS03 / Apr 2-May 14 / Instructor: Judy Larsen
Wednesday 6:00-8:30 / section code GS04 / Mar 19-May 14 / Instructor Carly Neil
Thursday 6:00-8:30 / section code GS05 / Mar 20-May 15 / Instructor: Kallia Walkowiak
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: 4RAE6919
Tuesday 9:30-12:00 / section code GS01 / Mar 18-May 13 / Instructor: Peggy MacArthur
Project Planning for Weavers-Breaking Away from the Recipe: Want to develop your own weaving project but feeling overwhelmed with where to start? Join this three-session class to learn how to brainstorm, source patterns, choose colors and materials, and calculate project specifications for woven projects. Come with inspiration or start from scratch. Activity code: 4RAE6940
Tuesday 6:00-8:00 / section code GS01 / Apr 15-Apr 29 / Instructor: Carly Neil
Shuttles & Heddles & Reeds, Oh My!: Learn how to choose and use a variety of weaving tools appropriate for your project. Tips for selecting a loom will also be included. Activity code: 4RAE6973
Wednesday 6:00-8:30 / section code GS01 / Apr 2 / Instructor: Sue Knorr
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: 4RAE6972
Monday 6:00-8:00 / section code GS01 / Apr 7-Apr 21 / 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: 4RAE6903
Thursday 5:00-7:00 / section code GS01 / Mar 20-May 15 / 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. Class is open to ages 7-17 years old. Activity code: 4RCE6901
Monday 5:00-6:00 / section code GS01 / Mar 17-May 12 / Instructor Erin Arnevik