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Get into the design side of stretchy knitwear with expert direction from Sew Anastasia. Learn to draft specialized sloper blocks and add your own design touch to create stylish, comfortable garments. Across this 6-week course you will master designing T-shirts, leggings, dresses, and more.

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  • 37 S Wabash Ave, Chicago, IL
  • 30 hours over 10 sessions

Start Dates (0) $585/person

  • Building & Room No: Sharp 1214
    Course number 1216

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Class Description

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Examine the many possibilities of creating woven forms using a simple frame loom. Students begin by experimenting with the basic techniques of tapestry and plain weave as they explore ways of creating surface, image, texture, and various color effects within a woven form. 

Contemporary weaving projects, along with historical references, will be presented through discussions, visual presentations, demonstrations, and readings. 

This course is open to all levels.

A leader in educating artists, designers, and scholars since 1866, the School of the Art Institute of Chicago (SAIC) offers nationally accredited degree programs as well as Continuing Studies programs for adults and children, ages 4-18. Considered one of the most influential art and design schools in the world, SAIC has continuing studies programs available to all skill levels. Students develop their creative and critical abilities while working with renowned faculty, utilizing state-of-the-art resources, and visiting the breath-taking galleries at the Art Institute of Chicago.


Refund Policy

FOR ADULTS:
  • 100 percent tuition refund one week prior to first class.
  • No refunds will be issued less that one week prior to first class.
FOR KIDS:
  • 100 percent tuition refund prior to Friday, May 13.
  • 100 percent tuition refund less $100 cancellation fee after May 13 and prior to the second class.
  • No refunds will be issued after the second class has met.
Any requests for exceptions to the cancellation policy as stated above must be submitted in writing and accompanied by the school's refund exception form which will be sent to you by CourseHorse after we receive your request.

Reviews of Classes at School of the Art Institute of Chicago (18)

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This class: 5.0 out of 5 from 1 review

  • Frame Loom Weaving

    Was a great class. Teacher was fun and knowledgeable. You make your own frame loom so you have a loom when the class is over to keep weaving. Make sure you buy the right yarn for weaving otherwise it will be a challenge.
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Continuing Studies at the School of the Art Institute of Chicago (SAIC) provides the highest quality educational opportunities in art and design through courses tailored exclusively for adults, including teachers, high school students in grades nine through 12, middle...
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