Explore the diversity of weaving techniques through three workshop formats designed for all levels and all interests. Each session invites you to discover the gesture, the materials, and the pleasure of creating something yourself.
#1 Creative Workshop / Introduction to Weaving
This workshop will help you become familiar with the loom and its tools, and introduce you to the different textile fibers. By the end of the workshop, you will leave with your small woven creation and the basic knowledge you need to continue weaving at home!
Current project : Custom woven wall hanging
Duration : 3h
Maximum number of participants : 4
Price : 55 €
Workshop outline:
- Introduction to the loom and its tools
- Warping the loom; choosing colors and materials
- Basic weaving gestures
- Creating textures and patterns according to the participant's preferences
- Various finishing touches (fringes, cords, hangings, etc.)
#2 Creating a Woven Pouch
A technical and refined workshop to create a small textile accessory combining weaving and sewing, as a duo or in a small group.
Current project : Making a woven and sewn pouch
Duration : 3h
Maximum number of participants : 2
Price : 75 €
Workshop outline:
- Introduction to the loom and its tools
- Basic weaving gestures
- Weaving fabric for the pouch
- Creating the pouch with lining
#3 Introduction to Weaving on a Rigid Heddle Loom
A full-day immersion in traditional weaving, to explore the technical possibilities of a rigid heddle loom.
Current project : Weaving a textile piece on a rigid heddle loom
Duration : 6h
Maximum number of participants : 4
Price : 150 €
Workshop outline:
- Introduction to the loom and its tools
- Introduction to weaving
- Warping the loom
- Sampling (pattern variations in plain weave, brocading, texture effects, etc.)
- Various finishing touches (fringes, securing stitches, cords, etc.)
Astrid-Laure, +3 years of experience
Weaver
I was drawn to textiles very early on, practicing knitting, sewing, embroidery, and dyeing as hobbies before discovering weaving.
I completed university studies in humanities in Paris, in the fields of history and archaeology, where I was able to develop and deepen my interest in ancient fabrics, the symbolism of cloth, and expand my knowledge of the history and archaeology of textiles.
After my studies, I turned to the hands-on practice of weaving by taking a professional training course in weaving and textile creation in Lot-et-Garonne.
I then opened my own weaving workshop in the 20th arrondissement of Paris. My workshop is open to the public. There I offer different workshop and course formats with the aim of promoting traditional techniques and the practice of artisanal weaving (fabrics, wall hangings, rug and tapestry techniques, etc.).
The modules are organized around different types of looms in order to highlight the diversity of weaving and textile creation.
I also offer creative and educational workshops for children, designed to introduce them in a fun way to the world of textiles while helping awaken their creativity.
ATELIER DES TISSAGES welcomes you to the 20th arrondissement of Paris for courses and workshops aimed at promoting traditional techniques and the practice of artisanal weaving.
Cancellation policy:
Free cancellation if more than 48 hours before the experience starts. Between 48 and 24 hours before, 50% of the amount is due. Less than 24 hours before, cancellation is non-refundable.