Liz Williamson
Australia

Liz is an Australian weaver currently lecturing at the College of Fine Arts, University of New South Wales in Sydney. She has exhibited and lectured extensively throughout Australia and America since establishing her weaving studio in 1984. Her studio produces a range of fine wool wraps and scarves, well known for their beautiful color combinations, interesting textures and unusual structures.

This workshop will look at scarves-what they are, what they represent, how to design them, unusual designs, ways of weaving, etc. Textured, plain, crinkle, soft, striped, double-layer, colored, felted and ruched are some of the ways to weave scarves. This class will explore how weave structures, color, yarns and finishes can be combined to create a diverse range of cloth suitable for wearing as wraps and scarves. Suitable for weavers interested in small scale studio production.

Supplies: 4- or 8- shaft loom (table or floor-floor is most appropriate for students interested in studio production ); warping instructions are sent in advance of workshop; all normal weaving supplies.
Fee: $25-$30 for fine worsted wool yarn, dyed in a range of colors-extra yarn will be available for sale.
Level: Participants should have a reasonable knowledge of weaving, understand basic drafting and be able to warp and dress a loom quickly.

This seminar explores scarves woven with plain, simple, straightforward weave structures using a variety of yarn combinations, yarn types and different finishing processes to produce appealing, practical, textured and interesting scarves.

Supplies: None.
Fee: None.
Level: All.

This seminar explores the textured surface and how it can be created through weave structure, yarn selection, finishing and presentation. Instructor’s examples are available for study.

Supplies: None.
Fee: None.
Level: All.

S420 THE WOVEN SCARF
Sunday Afternoon Mini-Session, 2:00 – 4:30

A Repeat—See S224

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