Are you intrigued by the interplay of color, imagery, and texture? Ready to unleash your creativity through the versatile possibilities of weaving patterns? Join us for this two-session virtual class, where you’ll discover the art of paper weaving – a fun, fast, and loom-free way to stretch your artistic muscles!

Use printed photos or beautifully decorated papers (your creations or purchased designs) to explore simple weaving patterns. Through demonstrations, hands-on practice, and plenty of examples, you’ll learn:

• How to cut and prepare paper strips for weaving.
• Techniques for weaving vibrant patterns and combining imagery.
• Methods for mounting your finished woven collages.

Between sessions, you’ll have time to experiment, and in the second session, you’ll have the opportunity to showcase your creations. By the end of the class, you’ll have a completed paper weaving to display and the skills to continue experimenting with selecting and decorating papers, adapting weaving drafts, and finishing your collages with polish. Whether you’re exploring paper weaving as a playful outlet or as inspiration for larger creative projects, the possibilities are endless!

Molly Elkind is an accomplished artist with over 13 years of experience in weaving and a broad background in papermaking, mixed media collage, and embroidery. Based in Santa Fe, New Mexico, Molly holds an M.A. in Studio Art from the Hite Art Institute at the University of Louisville. Molly’s tapestries have been showcased in numerous juried exhibitions across the United States, including two solo shows in Atlanta in 2018 and another at Mercer University in 2009. Her work is featured in private collections, and her insights have been published in several fiber art-related publications. An inspiring and dedicated teacher, Molly brings her passion for design principles and creative processes to students online and in person. To learn more about Molly you can check out her website here.