Programs for 2025
September 19th– Extended Show Case
October 17th – Celebrating 80 Years: Remembering the Fashion Show
November 21st – Celebrating 80 Years: Celebration!
December 19th – Holiday Party
Workshops for 2026
January 16th Elizabeth Williamson, Executive Director, at HGA
We will begin the year hearing about one of our resources. Have you ever wondered about Handweavers Guild of America (HGA)? This is your chance to tune in and ask questions. We will have a virtual presentation from HGA by Elizabeth Williamson, Executive Director. Learn more about what is happening in New Orleans during the summer of 2026, ask questions, or just learn how this resource can help you.
February 20th Felted Key Chains Flóra Carlile-Kovács
This 3-hour beginner’s class is an introduction to wet- and lamination felting. This class will teach you how the process of felting happens. After taking this class, you’ll have an understanding of how to felt any hollow shapes. There is an additional kit fee for this class.
Time: 1:30 – 4:30 pm Max: 12 Min 5 Level: Beginner
Reservation opens in October
February 21st Lightweight Nunofelt Scarf Flóra Carlile-Kovács
This is a one-day class where the student will discover possibilities of the nunofelting technique while working with silk. This class will help you gain confidence to create more on your own. There is an additional kit fee for this class.
Time: 6 hours Max: 12 Min 5 Level: Beginner/Advance
Reservation opens in October
March 21st Basket Weaving Chris Bush
This is a one-day class to learn and experience basket weaving. There are three offerings to choose: to choose to weave. Two are considered beginners and one is advanced. There is an additional kit fee for this class.
Time: TBD Max: 15 Min 10 Level: Beg/Intermediate
Reservation opens in November
April Explorations in Extended Parallel Threading Denise Bolger Kovnat
This is a 3-day virtual workshop focused on extended parallel threadings with endless possibilities. Students will work with a variety of tie-ups and treadlings. Students will weave a series of designs in Echo, Jin (Turned Taqueté), Shadow Weave, Rep, and Double Weave. The student will have a sampler of colorful patterns and a broader, deeper understanding of the potential for extended parallel threadings and how to design them. A loom is needed for this workshop. This workshop accommodates 4-shaft to 32-shaft looms. This workshop will be 3 consecutive Saturdays: April 18th, 25th , and May 2nd
Time: TBD Max: 20 Min 10 Level: Adv Beginner
Reservation opens in December
May 16th Beadweaving: Basics and Beyond Kathy Monaghan
This is a one-day workshop. This simple technique can create amazing beaded bands and fabrics. Learn to design your pattern, build and warp the loom, create a basic woven band, and then explore additional design options. Finishing techniques will be demonstrated.
Very simple tools, beautiful materials, and basic techniques make this accessible for many ages. Include complete plans for building your own loom and supplies for two samples and one finished bracelet. No experience needed. There is an additional kit fee for this class.
Time: TBD Max: 24 Min 10 Level: No experience needed
Reservation opens in January
June TBD – Bound to Please: Intermediate Bookbinding Nancy Sedlacek
This class is for 1 ½ days. More information coming soon.
Time: Max: Min Level: Intermediate
Reservation opens in February
Workshops are for Olympia Weavers Guild members, unless otherwise specified. Times are approximate and are subject to change.
Please email all inquiries, requests, or comments to the OWG Program and Workshop Chair. Email: owgprogramandworkshopchair@outlook.com