Introduction to Tapestry Weaving, Level-1 (March 2026)
Introduction to Tapestry Weaving, Level-1 with Laura Berlage
Curious about how tapestries are made and ready to try your hand at pictorial weaving? This most ancient form of textile creation is rich with history and invitation for creative expression. Master weaver Laura Berlage will take you on a multi-week journey into the magical world of tapestry, where you will learn to transform warp and weft into a peaceful sunset landscape, measuring approximately 10x10 inches. Starting with a simple frame loom, focus will be given to establishing good tapestry technique and learning the process for horizontal and angled forms—beginning with foundational geometrics and building into more naturalistic forms. Fundamentals of cartoon creation and shading will also be covered. Unlock the mystery of how tapestry is made and add these skills to your expressions in fiber, infused with stories and myths from the tapestry world. Join us for this welcoming online class!
This small group class is presented in collaboration with John C. Campbell Folk School and Lessonface. Participants should enroll at least two weeks before start to ensure materials kits arrive in time. If registering after this point, your kit may arrive after the first session. Students are invited to attend an optional Orientation and Closing Ceremony to connect with various online Folk School classes.
Class Materials Fee
Your class registration fee includes a materials kit with a value of $122 shipped to your door. Residents outside the USA will pay the difference in shipping.
The kit includes:
• 18x18 inch wood frame loom (ready to assemble) with nails
• Stick shed dowel
• Plastic hand comb
• Set of large-eye tatting needles
• Wool weft yarn from my farm’s sheep
• Cotton warp
• Printed cartoon (design)
• Introductory handout with links and passwords to pre-recorded video tutorials
• Detailed PDF photo essay documenting the process
Students will also want to provide:
• Sharp scissors
• Tapestry needles
• Tape measure
• Sharpie pen
• Wood glue and a hammer for loom assembly
• Binder clip
Age Range
All Ages
Skill Level
Beginner
Contact the Teacher
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About the John C. Campbell Folk School & Lessonface
Since 1925, the John C. Campbell Folk School in Brasstown, North Carolina has transformed lives, and brought people together in a nurturing environment for experiences in learning and community life that spark self-discovery. Since 2012, Lessonface has connected more than 30,000 students with over 2,500 great teachers for live music, language, and arts lessons online, delivering on our mission to help students achieve their goals while treating teachers equitably.
When
The class will meet for six weekly 2-hour live online sessions.
Enrolled students receive 60-day access to the video recordings of the classes.
How It Works
Enroll above to save your spot in the class. Lessonface will send you a confirmation right away, and a Zoom link 24 hours before the class start time. You can log into your Lessonface dashboard to access class materials, communicate with your instructor, join the live Zoom session, and access the class recordings and chat transcript afterward.
Refund Policy: To cancel an enrollment or request a refund, contact [email protected]. For 30+ days before, we refund 95%. Between 30 and 5 days, receive a 75% refund. No refunds within 5 days of class start date. Materials kit fees are non-refundable.
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Laura Berlage
Laura is a contemporary Renaissance woman living and working on her family’s century-old homestead farm outside Hayward, WI. From fiber arts to creative writing, music to storytelling, she never tires of the magic of transforming idea into form and overlapping narrative and visual.