A Woven Journey: Weaving Workshop - October 2026

A Woven Journey: New England Woolly Scarf

In this 2-day weekend workshop, Margaret B. Russell will guide the beginning weaver, or weaver who would like a refresher, through all the steps to a New England Woolly Scarf. You will weave with a naturally-colored Maine spun wool yarn and add colorful hand-dyed/hand painted wool accents of your choice. We will begin with learning about the weaving equipment, tools, and even the language used. Each student will measure fibers on a warping board, dress a loom (prepare the loom for weaving), and then weave their piece. We will end with discussing finishing techniques.

Use of a 4-shaft table loom, weaving tools, and materials are included in the cost.

About the instructor:

Margaret B. Russell is a self-taught handweaver with over 40 years of experience, a weaving teacher for close to 30 years, and a lifetime appreciation of making items by hand. She grew up in a home where, what could be handmade, was handmade. From clothing to furnishings, there were always constant examples that spoke to filling a need but also to the pure satisfaction of making something, anything yourself. Margaret’s early exposure to making set a lifelong path for her and through her teaching she likes to help others realize all the possibilities we have within us to create.