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Natural Dyes on Silk and Historical Tablet Weaving


  • John C Folk Schoo One Folk School Rd, Brasstown, 28902 North Carolina USA (map)

Dye silk yarns using natural, historical dyes, then use your silk colors and precious metals to explore tablet weaving, a creative type of band weaving that was common in various forms across the ancient world and has been in use for over a thousand years. Explore a range of design options including angular designs, letters, and numbers for projects including pet collars, instrument straps, clothing, handbags, and more. Beginners welcome; some weaving experience helpful.

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