Tablet/Card Weaving, Part 1

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Tablet or card weaving is one of the oldest forms of weaving, as it dates back at least to the 8th century BCE in early Iron Age Europe. Learn the basics of this skill and how to find information to expand your skills in the future while making a decorative woven band.

Please note: this is a six-hour class spread over two days, with sessions on both Saturday and Sunday from 1 to 4 pm. Make sure you are available for both.


InstructorChristy Lickei
Date and timeSaturday, Sept. 19, 1-4 pm and Sunday, Sept. 20, 1-4 pm
LocationClassroom E
Minimum number of students1
Maximum number of students10
Minimum age with adult *12
Minimum age without adult *12
Skill levelBeginner
Materials provided by instructorI will provide the thread, cardboard, patterns, handouts, and clips. If a student wants a tablet weaving loom like mine I can refer students to some online that they can purchase.
Supplies to bring and homeworkStudents will need to bring a good scissors for paper. This weaving can be done on many different kinds of looms. If a student has an inkle loom they would like to use they may bring that. If not we can improvise a back strap type loom.
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* Please read our Registering Kids for Classes policy.
  • Christy Lickei

    Christy has always enjoyed crafting in a variety of mediums, and is always willing to try something new. She began Tablet/Card weaving to use and share the technique at the Living History Fair, and fell in love.