ABK WEAVING CENTER

Where weavers weave their dreams

ABK Weaving Center is located in Milwaukee, WI. Classes are offered through Milwaukee Recreation and workshops are offered through Wisconsin Handweavers, Inc.

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 will be closed from May 14, 2026 until classes resume in September 2026. Registration for fall classes will begin at 10:00 a.m. on Thursday, July 30th for city of Milwaukee residents. Non-city residents may register starting Thursday, August 6th at 10:00 a.m. The Milwaukee Recreation class guide will be available on-line at https://mkerec.net as of July 14th.

FALL 2026 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: 2RAE6905

Monday 9:30-12:30 / section code GS01 / Sept 14-Nov 2 / Instructor: Naomi Holthaus
Monday 6:00-8:30/ section code GS07 / Sept 14-Nov 2 / Instructor: Carly Neil
Tuesday 3:00-5:30 / section GS08 / Sept 15-Nov 3 / Instructor: Jacquie Crema
Tuesday 6:00-8:30 / section GS02 / Sept 15-Nov 3 / Instructor: Jacquie Crema
Wednesday 12:00-3:00 / section GS04 / Sept 16-Oct 28 / Instructor: Judy Larsen
Wednesday 6:00-8:30 / section GS06 / Sept 16-Nov 4 / Instructor: Carly Neil
Thursday 6:00-8:30 / section GS03 / Sept 24-Nov 12 / 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: 2RAE6959

Monday 6:00-8:30 / section code GS01 / Sept 14-Nov 2 / Instructor: Kallia Walkowiak
Wednesday 9:30-12:30 / section code GS02 / Sept 16-Oct 28 / Instructor: Judy Larsen
Thursday 6:00-8:30 / section code GS03 / Sept 17-Nov 5 / Instructor: Kallia Walkowiak

Tapestry Weaving: This class is open to those with no tapestry experience, 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 the ABK Weaving Center. A $5 cash only supply fee is due to the instructor at the first class. Activity code: 2RAE6919

Tuesday 9:30-12:00 / section code GS01 / Sept 15-Nov 3 / Instructor: Peggy MacArthur

Project Planning for Weavers-Breaking Away From the Recipe: Want to develop your own project but 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: 2RAE6940

Monday 6:00-8:00 / section code GS01 / Nov 16-Nov 30 / Instructor: Carly Neil

One Day Bobbin Lace: Bobbin lace is a form of weaving that dates back to the 16th century. Students will learn basics of Bobbin Lace in this one day course. Activity code: 2RAE6955

Thursday 6:00-8:30 / section code GS01 / Oct 15 / Instructor: Naomi Holthaus

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” needles and an inexpensive worsted weight yarn to class. Activity code: 2RAE6972

Monday 6:00-8:00 / section code GS01 / Oct 5-Oct 19 / Instructor: Ann Junker

Not Your Grandma’s Knitting: Basic knitting skills (ability to cast-on, knit, purl, and bind off) are required to take this class. Participants will learn to make a project utilizing basic techniques. Cables in the fall, felting in the winter & color work in the spring. Knitters will be contacted via email prior to the start of the class and given the choice of two projects. A supply list for each project will be provided in the email. Activity code: 2RAE6903

Wednesday 5:00-7:00 / section code GS01 / Sept 16-Nov 4 / Instructor: Ann Junker