Ever thought about trying your hand at a craft? Join us for a creative weaving workshop featuring the versatile rigid heddle loom! Over two hours (2h), we’ll delve into the basics of weaving and each create a beautiful piece using this fascinating tool. This workshop is specially designed for French learners, so not only will we explore new artisanal practices, but we’ll also practice our French together and engage with the artisan.

Here’s a preview of what we’ll be doing during the workshop:

• Introduction to weaving and presentation of the rigid heddle loom: We’ll learn how to use the rigid heddle loom, a versatile tool for creating various patterns.
• Weaving vocabulary: We’ll match words with the craft and practice specific weaving vocabulary in French, helping you enrich your vocabulary.
• Basic techniques: We’ll go over the basic techniques of weaving, thread selection, and creating simple patterns.
• Creating a woven piece: Using the techniques we’ve learned, you’ll create your own small woven piece to take home at the end of the workshop.
• French discussions: Throughout the workshop, we’ll converse in French to practice the language while nurturing our passion for weaving.

This workshop will be fun, informative, and most importantly, interactive!

No prior weaving experience is necessary, so come with your curiosity and eagerness to learn.
We’re excited to share this creative moment with you!”