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Erindale Tapestry Studio Presents

Laura Berlage

Fiber Artist /Educator

Self Study, Intro to Tapestry Level 2

$290.00

Intro to Tapestry Weaving, Level 2

Course Description

For graduates of Intro to Tapestry Level-1, this course focuses on the next skill level in Laura’s curriculum.  Explore learning 6 different types of vertical joins, as well as mastering all aspects of the geometric form of tapestry weaving.  This includes the stepped mesa motif (all right-angles) and the Nordic star motif (angles and verticals). Learn to read a grid chart, make pattern changes, and master starting and stopping points, as well as diving into the symbols and their meaning present in geometric textiles.  Additional warping and finishing techniques are also included in the course.

Kit Details

Level 2 kit includes:

  • Ergonomic wood tapestry comb
  • Cotton carpet warp
  • Wool weft from our sheep
  • Grosgrain binding ribbon for finishing
  • Color grid pattern
  • Digital access to the photo essay (link comes with email receipt)
  • Digital access to pre-recorded tutorials

Students will also want to provide:

  • Supplies from your Level-1 kit, including loom and needles
  • A sharp scissors
  • Good lighting
  • Needle and thread for finishing
  • Tapestry needles

Learning Outcomes

By the end of class, students will be able to:

  • Make 6 types of joins: interlock, double interlock, Gobelin slit, turnlock, square dovetail, and pointed dovetail
  • Read a grid pattern and translate this into tapestry form.
  • Set up and move a patterned design in the geometric form.
  • Start and stop points and diamonds.
  • Sew slits.
  • Make a knotted header.

Students are welcome to submit questions and images of their project via email to Laura for help, troubleshooting, and checkins. Stitch on!

Erindale Tapestry Studio Calendar of Live, Online Classes and Workshops
May 2025
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Erindale Tapestry Studio

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End: 12:00 PM:
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Erindale Tapestry Studio

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End: 4:00 PM:

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End: 8:00 PM:
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North Star Homestead Farms

Packing CSA Farm Member Shares

Start: 7:00 AM:
End: 10:00 PM:
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John C. Campbell Folk School

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End: 5:00 PM:
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American Swedish Institute

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End: 4:00 PM:
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Erindale Tapestry Studio

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End: 4:00 PM:
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Erindale Tapestry Studio

Open Studio Session

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End: 4:00 PM:

Erindale Tapestry Studio

Spring Tapestry Prompt, Inspired by Rosemaling

Start: 10:00 AM:
End: 12:00 PM:
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Oxford School of Rug Hooking

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Start: 6:00 PM:
End: 8:00 PM:
6

North Star Homestead Farms

Packing CSA Farm Member Shares

Start: 7:00 AM:
End: 10:00 PM:
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John C. Campbell Folk School

Crochet a Basket from Sheets

Start: 6:00 PM:
End: 8:00 PM:
8

John C. Campbell Folk School

Wool Embroidery, Shaded Floral Coin Purse

Start: 3:00 PM:
End: 5:00 PM:
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American Swedish Institute

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Start: 2:00 PM:
End: 4:00 PM:
10

Erindale Tapestry Studio

Phoenix Rising Wool Embroidery Class

Start: 2:00 PM:
End: 4:00 PM:
11

Erindale Tapestry Studio

Open Studio Session

Start: 2:00 PM:
End: 4:00 PM:

Erindale Tapestry Studio

Spring Tapestry Prompt, Inspired by Rosemaling

Start: 10:00 AM:
End: 12:00 PM:
12

Oxford School of Rug Hooking

Daffodil Fine Point Punch Needle Rug Hooking, L-1

Start: 6:00 PM:
End: 8:00 PM:
13

North Star Homestead Farms

Packing CSA Farm Member Shares

Start: 7:00 AM:
End: 10:00 PM:
14

John C. Campbell Folk School

Crochet a Basket from Sheets

Start: 6:00 PM:
End: 8:00 PM:
15

John C. Campbell Folk School

Wool Embroidery, Shaded Floral Coin Purse

Start: 3:00 PM:
End: 5:00 PM:
16

American Swedish Institute

Wool Embroidery Blackwork 2-Ways

Start: 2:00 PM:
End: 4:00 PM:
17

Erindale Tapestry Studio

Phoenix Rising Wool Embroidery Class

Start: 2:00 PM:
End: 4:00 PM:
18

Erindale Tapestry Studio

Open Studio Session

Start: 2:00 PM:
End: 4:00 PM:

Erindale Tapestry Studio

Spring Tapestry Prompt, Inspired by Rosemaling

Start: 10:00 AM:
End: 12:00 PM:
19

Oxford School of Rug Hooking

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Start: 6:00 PM:
End: 8:00 PM:
20

North Star Homestead Farms

Packing CSA Farm Member Shares

Start: 7:00 AM:
End: 10:00 PM:
21

John C. Campbell Folk School

Crochet a Basket from Sheets

Start: 6:00 PM:
End: 8:00 PM:
22
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Erindale Tapestry Studio

Phoenix Rising Wool Embroidery Class

Start: 2:00 PM:
End: 4:00 PM:
25

Erindale Tapestry Studio

Spring Tapestry Prompt, Inspired by Rosemaling

Start: 10:00 AM:
End: 12:00 PM:
26
27

North Star Homestead Farms

Packing CSA Farm Member Shares

Start: 7:00 AM:
End: 10:00 PM:
28
29
30
31

Erindale Tapestry Studio

Phoenix Rising Wool Embroidery Class

Start: 2:00 PM:
End: 4:00 PM:
1

Erindale Tapestry Studio

Open Studio Session

Start: 2:00 PM:
End: 4:00 PM:

Erindale Tapestry Studio

Spring Tapestry Prompt, Inspired by Rosemaling

Start: 10:00 AM:
End: 12:00 PM:
2
3

North Star Homestead Farms

Packing CSA Farm Member Shares

Start: 7:00 AM:
End: 10:00 PM:
4
5
6

John C. Campbell Folk School

Wool Embroidery, Tree of Life

Start: 10:00 AM:
End: 12:00 PM:
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Host: John C. Campbell Folk School
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Host: American Swedish Institute
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Host: Erindale Tapestry Studio
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Host: Oxford School of Rug Hooking
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Host: North Star Homestead Farms
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Host: Erindale Tapestry Studio
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