Workshop | Weaving as Structure and Expression

This workshop introduces weaving as both a technical foundation and a personal practice of self-expression. Referencing Anatolian textile traditions and the role of weaving in women’s everyday lives, the session focuses on structure, rhythm, and interpretation to create decorative pieces.

DETAILS
In this 3-hour workshop at Atelier Aida in collaboration with Begum Aral, you will learn the fundamentals of hand weaving on a loom. After a short contextual introduction, we will move directly into making.

Participants will develop small woven samples while exploring structure, repetition, density, and color relationships. Traditional motifs may serve as a starting point, but interpretation remains open to abstract, symbolic, or intuitive.

The session focuses on building confidence through practice and experimentation.

HIGHLIGHTS:
— Introduction to the basics of hand weaving
— Brief contextual background on weaving traditions and motifs
— Development of small woven samples
— Exploration of structure, repetition, and color
— Individual guidance throughout the process
— Short conversation on how weaving can extend beyond the loom

The workshop is suitable for all levels.
Classes are provided in English.

INCLUDED:
Frame looms (to be used during the workshop), yarns in various qualities, additional materials, and the use of all necessary tools, plus tea and coffee.

Please Bring:
You may also bring a small textile fragment or yarns of your choice if you wish to incorporate something personal into your weaving.