Intro to Inkle Loom Weaving

Instructor: Allie Dudley

Day & Date: Saturday, March 7, 2026

Time: 10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.

Tuition: $90.00

Ages: 18 and Up

Start your weaving journey by learning how to weave small bands on an inkle loom. Inkle bands can be used as bookmarks, shoelaces, guitar straps, watchbands, and more; the possibilities are endless! Learn the basics of using this portable style of band loom, including warping, reading a pattern, and weaving. Come as a beginner and leave with samples or one small, finished project, as well as the knowledge to continue weaving on your own.

There will be a 1-hour lunch break. Bring a sack lunch or explore local dining options.

Experience needed: All levels are welcome. No experience required.

Students Please Bring:

• Note taking materials.
• (Optional) A snack and/or water bottle. Filtered water is available in the classroom.
• All equipment will be provided, but if you already have an inkle loom, shuttle, and scissors, feel free to bring them.

An additional fee for materials provided by your instructor for this workshop is estimated at $5.00. THIS FEE IS PAYABLE TO THE INSTRUCTOR at the time of the workshop. Material fees may change depending on the number of participants and price of materials at the workshop. *Payment by cash or check is required for materials fees. 

* We contract with local and regional instructors for short workshops that generally require a minimum of students to run. If you have any questions, you’re welcome to call Olive’s Porch for up-to-date enrollment information. To respect our instructor’s time and preparation for workshops, please contact us as soon as possible if you are unable to attend a workshop. Cancellations made more than 14 days prior to a workshop will be issued a full refund. Cancellations made 14 or less days prior to your workshop are not eligible for a refund. If Olive’s Porch needs to cancel a workshop for any reason, we will issue a full refund. See our General Information and Policies page on our website for more information.

About Instructor: Allie Dudley (they/them) is a textile artist working primarily in weaving and stitching. Their work originates in historical textiles, drawing on Appalachian coverlets and antique stitching samplers. Allie works as the Textiles and Natural Fibers coordinator at John C. Campbell Folk School, and is living and weaving in Brasstown, NC.