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Weave a Scottish Tartan Scarf

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Course Overview

The distinctive look of a tartan pattern is recognizable the world over as a sign of Scottish highland history and skilled craftsmanship. Woven for centuries according to the tastes and local dye resources of the weaver, tartans acquired a strict taxonomy somewhere in the mid-19th century, with specific patterns associated with families and institutions. Today, tartans are beloved woven patterns far beyond the moors of Scotland and offer an endless variety of choices for a weaver. In this course, students will learn to create plaids using multiples of shuttles for each color in the sett as they plan, prepare a warp and weave a Scottish tartan pattern. Students can expect to complete one or more wool scarves and are welcome to weave a family tartan or use a sett or pattern provided by the instructor. A variety of color choices will be provided. No Scottish heritage required, just a love of plaid and cozy wool. Note, students should know how to warp a four-harness loom but can be beginning weavers. Remember, all tartans are plaids but not all plaids are tartans!

A materials fee of $10-$15 per project will be due to the instructor during class. 

Required Tools

  • notebook
  • writing utensil
  • scissors
  • tape measure
  • calculator (phone or pocket variety)

Dates

Cancelled
Fri, Sep 3rd, 2021  –  Sun, Sep 5th, 2021

This course has been cancelled. We offer our deepest apologies.

If you were registered for this class, you should have received an email regarding your refund options. If not, please call us at 218-387-9762 or email us at info@northhouse.org.

We truly hope to see you in another class at North House soon!

Course Details

Hours: Days 1/2: 9am-5pm, Day 3: 9am-noon
Tuition: $255.00
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Meet the Instructor

North House Folk School photo of instructor, Mary MacDonald
Mary MacDonald
Grand Marais, MN

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Weave a Scottish Tartan Scarf