HHH Studio Calendar  


HHH Studio Events

  • Eco Dye Scarf II with Jena Hayama

    • 14 Mar 2026
    • 9:00 AM - 2:00 PM
    • Downtown Art Center, Orange Room, 1041 Nuuanu Ave., Second Floor, Honolulu, HI 96817
    • 0
    Registration is closed

    Register Online Now through March 7, 2026.

    Join us for Eco Dye Scarf II with Jena Hayama.

    Bring Your Own flowers and Plants (BYOP) to create a unique botanical silk scarf. 

    Eco dyeing is a special technique that uses the natural pigments of plants to imprint color and images onto fabric. Local plants and flowers in season are wrapped into bundles and then steamed to print onto silk scarves.

     Successful eco-printing using this method requires knowledge of (and access to) plants that are rich in tannins and natural dyes.


    But what if you don’t have these plants?

    In this class, we will use a “blanket” prepared with acid dye to create both positive and negative botanical prints on a silk scarf. This technique produces a scarf with a vivid background color and dramatic plant silhouettes. Plants may or may not have natural dye properties.

    In other words, “ANY KINE” PLANT will work!

    Bring your own flowers and leaves, especially ones with distinctive or unique silhouettes, and leave with your very own botanical printed silk scarf.

    Experience with basic eco-dyeing technique is helpful, but not required.

    There will be a $20 supply fee that includes one habotai silk scarf, dye supplies (iron mordant, prepared dye blanket, citric acid solution, plastic wrap, etc.) supplied and payable to the instructor on the day of class.


    What to bring:

    • Bring your own fresh plants and/or flowers. Any kind will work!
    •  $20 supply fee
    • Bag lunch for short break (or get lunch downtown)
    • Come dressed for dyeing
    • *other suggestions: onion skins, pressed leaves/flowers, teas, herbs, tree bark or even seaweed may work!

    Instructor Bio

    Jena Hayama (aka J. Tanuki) is a "dye explorer" who experiments with locally grown plants in Hawaiʻi to dye fibers and make clothes, among other things.

    You can see her work on Instagram under the handle @tanukiheadquarters

    Hawaiʻi Handweavers' Hui members receive a discounted class fee. If you are interested in becoming a member please click HERE.

    This class is open to adults, and minors ages 12-17 when accompanied by a parent or guardian. If you are interested in taking the class with your child, please register online and add your child as a guest. Those registering for a Hawaiʻi Handweavers’ Hui class may add one guest based on availability.

    We require a minimum of three participants for each class. A full refund will be issued to those registered, if class is cancelled by Hawaiʻi Handweavers’ Hui. Refunds for class registration cancellation by participant will be issued in full only if the cancellation is made more than 14 days before the class begins. 

    MAP Downtown Art Center

    Click for information on Parking at DAC

    MAP to HHH Classroom

    How do I get to the Studio? From the Chinatown Gateway Garage, take the elevator to the 2nd floor and walk to the large double doors on the left. Enter the gallery and turn left; we are the last door on the left, past the kitchen. If you are parked elsewhere, walk up the steps to the DAC gift shop, go past it to find the elevator, and follow the instructions above to access the studio. There is a handicap ramp if you cannot walk up the stairs for the DAC building on the Nu'uanu entrance side. Walk towards the street lights, and you will see the ramp; you will need to walk through the courtyard to the elevator.

    For more information contact: classes@hawaiihandweavers.org

    __________________________________________________________

    HHH TERMS OF USE_CANCELLATION POLICY 6_2026.pdf


    Show details

  • Sewing 101 with Kye Harford

    • 15 Mar 2026
    • 2:00 PM - 6:00 PM
    • Downtown Art Center, Orange Room, 1041 Nuuanu Ave., Second Floor, Honolulu, HI 96817
    • 3
    Registration is closed

    Register Online Now through March 10, 2026

    Join us for Sewing 101 with Kye Harford

    This entry-level sewing class is geared towards ones that want to start sewing as a hobby or up their sewing skills and looking to skip the hassle of spending hours reading the operation manual or watching YouTube tutorials only to be frustrated and lose motivation.
    Participants will learn to sew a coaster and/or mini tote by the end of the class.


    This class covers:
    - operating a sewing machine and its basic functions
    - purposes & uses of the different stitch types
    - straight stitching
    - basic machine maintenance
    - troubleshooting
    - essential sewing notions/tools
    - making a coaster & mini tote bag

    There will be an additional supply fee of $15 payable to the instructor on the day of class. The supply fee covers sewing notions and fabrics to make a coaster and mini tote bag.

    This class is open to any skill level.

    What to Bring:

    • $15 supply fee
    • Your own sewing machine (optional but highly recommended as sewing machines differ in functionality across different models, so it is best to familiarize with one machine that you will use frequently)
    • Snack and beverage
    • Wear comfortable clothing



    Instructor Bio

    Kye Harford is a designer who started his sewing journey during the pandemic in 2020 and established a brand in Hilo with "sustainable creation" as the core concept. He currently focuses on creating wearable pieces and sharing the importance of this craft/skill. His other work includes natural dyeing, garment alterations and repairs as well as custom work.


    Hawaiʻi Handweavers' Hui members receive a discounted class fee. If you are interested in becoming a member please click HERE.

    This class is open to adults, and minors ages 12-17 when accompanied by a parent or guardian. If you are interested in taking the class with your child, please register online and add your child as a guest. Those registering for a Hawaiʻi Handweavers’ Hui class may add one guest based on availability.

    We require a minimum of three participants for each class. A full refund will be issued to those registered, if class is cancelled by Hawaiʻi Handweavers’ Hui. Refunds for class registration cancellation by participant will be issued in full only if the cancellation is made more than 14 days before the class begins.

    MAP Downtown Art Center

    Click for information on Parking at DAC

    MAP to HHH Classroom

    How do I get to the Studio? From the Chinatown Gateway Garage, take the elevator to the 2nd floor and walk to the large double doors on the left. Enter the gallery and turn left; we are the last door on the left, past the kitchen. If you are parked elsewhere, walk up the steps to the DAC gift shop, go past it to find the elevator, and follow the instructions above to access the studio. There is a handicap ramp if you cannot walk up the stairs for the DAC building on the Nu'uanu entrance side. Walk towards the street lights, and you will see the ramp; you will need to walk through the courtyard to the elevator.

    For more information contact: classes@hawaiihandweavers.org

    __________________________________________________________

    HHH TERMS OF USE_CANCELLATION POLICY 6_2026.pdf



    Show details

  • Needle Felted Pins with Jordan Paguirigan

    • 17 Mar 2026
    • 5:30 PM - 8:30 PM
    • Downtown Art Center, Orange Room, 1041 Nuuanu Ave., Second Floor, Honolulu, HI 96817
    • 8
    Registration is closed

    Register Online Now through March 10, 2026. 

    Join us for Needle Felted Pins with Jordan Paguirigan

    Discover the soft, sculptural art of needle felting in this fun hands-on workshop! Guided step-by-step, you’ll learn how to safely use felting needles, shape wool into firm forms, add surface details, and attach hardware to turn your creation into a wearable pin or brooch.

    Choose from simple patterns or design your own whimsical character or motif. This class is perfect for beginners—no prior experience needed. All tools and materials are provided, and you’ll leave with at least one finished, handcrafted accessory.

    All skill levels are welcome!

    There will be an additional $10 supply fee due at the beginning of class to the instructor. 

    Supply fee includes:

    • Colored wool to create at least 3 pins
    • Pin backing 
    • Hardware

      What to bring:

      • Students are expected to sit during entire class

      • Pen and paper for notes 
      • Jacket or sweater (room can get chilly)
      • Snacks and beverages 

      Instructor Bios:

      Jordan is a multimedia artist specializing in fiber arts. His favorite mediums are ulana lau hala, paper making, weaving, and felting and often incorporates multiple techniques to create sculpture. Jordan has a passion for community and loves to use art as a way to connect with people, with nature, and to the world. 

      Hawaiʻi Handweavers' Hui members receive a discounted class fee. If you are interested in becoming a member please click HERE.

      This class is open to adults from age 18. 

      We require a minimum of three participants for each class. A full refund will be issued to those registered, if class is cancelled by Hawaiʻi Handweavers’ Hui. Refunds for class registration cancellation by participant will be issued in full only if the cancellation is made more than 14 days before the class begins.

      MAP Downtown Art Center

      Click for information on Parking at DAC

      MAP to HHH Classroom

      How do I get to the Studio? From the Chinatown Gateway Garage, take the elevator to the 2nd floor and walk to the large double doors on the left. Enter the gallery and turn left; we are the last door on the left, past the kitchen. If you are parked elsewhere, walk up the steps to the DAC gift shop, go past it to find the elevator, and follow the instructions above to access the studio. There is a handicap ramp if you cannot walk up the stairs for the DAC building on the Nu'uanu entrance side. Walk towards the street lights, and you will see the ramp; you will need to walk through the courtyard to the elevator.

      For more information contact: classes@hawaiihandweavers.org

      __________________________________________________________

      HHH TERMS OF USE_CANCELLATION POLICY 6_2026.pdf


      Show details

    • Sashiko-Ori with Beth Ross Johnson (Honolulu)

      • 20 Mar 2026
      • 22 Mar 2026
      • 3 sessions
      • Hawai'i Handweavers’ Hui studio at Downtown Art Center 1041 Nuuanu Ave., Honolulu
      • 0
      Registration is closed

      Register Online January 12 - March 13, 2026

      Join Us for Sashiko-Ori with Beth Ross Johnson, March 20-22, 2026

      Sashiko is the Japanese folk stitching method traditionally used to patch, reinforce, repair or embellish clothing and other textiles. Sashiko-ori (ori means to weave) is a woven structure based on sashiko.

      Sashiko-ori is based on the hitomezashi style of Japanese sashiko stitching, running stitches that form a grid of straight lines that meet or cross to make a design. In weaving, this weave structure uses a supplementary warp and weft incorporated with plain weave to form the intersecting “stitches” that make the pattern. Basic possibilities have been mined in weaving traditions from Peru, Japan and Europe. In this special workshop led by guest teacher Beth Ross Johnson, you will learn about the history and structure of this weave and how to take design work a step further.

      Sashiko-ori challenges weavers to think about design in a different way while learning to control the intersections of pattern threads in the warp and weft. Simple versions of this technique are understandable for weavers with less experience. Weavers with more experience will enjoy exploring a new way of thinking about the intersection of warp and weft.

      Skill Level

      Workshop attendees will use the multi-shaft looms in the Hawai'i Handweavers' Hui studio and must know how to beam and thread a warp from back to front, read a draft and work a floor loom with 6 shafts.

      Supplies & Equipment

      Workshop fee includes all warp and weft materials. All other basic weaving supplies for this workshop (scissors, sley hooks, etc) are the responsibility of the participant. A supply and equipment list will be sent upon registration.

      Registration

      This weaving workshop is open to the public from age 18.

      Your registration will be confirmed once you have paid online by credit card. 

      Cancellations made through March 6, 2026 will receive a full refund. If you cancel after March 6 there will be no refund unless there is a waiting list and someone can take your place. If the workshop is cancelled by Hawai'i Handweavers' Hui, a full refund will be issued to those registered.

      For more information contact Joan Namkoong.

      Instructor Bio

      Beth Ross Johnson is a weaver, teacher and workshop leader living in Black Mountain, North Carolina. She grew up in Charleston, South Carolina and when she became interested in weaving and textile arts, she learned initially from students of Norman Kennedy, later studying with him for many workshops. A lifelong fascination with Asian art led to an interest in Japanese textiles and she has had two extensive stays in Japan to study kasuri (ikat weaving and dyeing) and sakiori (rag weaving) with master weavers there.

      Other avenues of exploration have been sashiko stitching and nyoho-e (Zen stitching). Recent studies have been in the ikat traditions of Europe, influenced by the 18th century wave of Orientalism on the continent, and woven structures like sashiko-ori and kasuri-ori that mimc hand stitching and ikat processes. 

      The craft schools, weather, and music compelled a move to western North Carolina in 1980 where she has worked a number of arts-related jobs (including in environmental and craft preservation in Cherokee) while maintaining a studio and teaching in formal and informal institutions.

      Hawaiʻi Handweavers' Hui members receive a discounted workshop fee. If you are interested in becoming a member please click HERE.

      MAP Downtown Art Center

      DAC Parking Information

      MAP to HHH Classroom

      How do I get to the Studio? From the Chinatown Gateway Garage, take the elevator to the 2nd floor and walk to the large double doors on the left. Enter the gallery and turn left; we are the last door on the left, past the kitchen. If you are parked elsewhere, walk up the steps to the DAC gift shop, go past it to find the elevator, and follow the instructions above to access the studio. There is a handicap ramp if you cannot walk up the stairs for the DAC building on the Nu'uanu entrance side. Walk towards the street lights, and you will see the ramp; you will need to walk through the courtyard to the elevator.

      For more information on HHH contact: classes@hawaiihandweavers.org

      __________________________________________________________

      HHH TERMS OF USE_CANCELLATION POLICY 6_2026.pdf
      Show details

    • Coil Bowl with Reina Young

      • 21 Mar 2026
      • 9:30 AM - 12:30 PM
      • Downtown Art Center, Orange Room, 1041 Nuuanu Ave., Second Floor, Honolulu, HI 96817
      • 1
      Register

      Register Online Now through March 14, 2026.

      Join us for Coil Bowl with Reina Young

      Design a pattern, stitch and weave a coil bowl that will be perfect for holding jewelry, keys and small items on your desk or countertop. Once you learn the basic stitches and techniques, you’ll be creating colorful bowls that will add an artisanal touch to your everyday things.





      There will be an additional supply fee of $10 payable to the instructor on the day of class. All supplies will be provided but if you would like to bring your own yarn, you may. 

      This class is open to any skill level.

      What to Bring:

      • $10 supply fee
      • Snack and beverage
      • Wear comfortable clothing



      Instructor Bio

      A multi media artist based in Hawaiʻi, Reina Young specializes in fabric arts, digital illustrations and handmade, artisanal goods. With a background in graphic design, her passion is to create, teach and bring beauty and vibrancy into people’s lives through art and crafting.


      Hawaiʻi Handweavers' Hui members receive a discounted class fee. If you are interested in becoming a member please click HERE.

      This class is open to adults, and minors ages 12-17 when accompanied by a parent or guardian. If you are interested in taking the class with your child, please register online and add your child as a guest. Those registering for a Hawaiʻi Handweavers’ Hui class may add one guest based on availability.

      We require a minimum of three participants for each class. A full refund will be issued to those registered, if class is cancelled by Hawaiʻi Handweavers’ Hui. Refunds for class registration cancellation by participant will be issued in full only if the cancellation is made more than 14 days before the class begins.

      MAP Downtown Art Center

      Click for information on Parking at DAC

      MAP to HHH Classroom

      How do I get to the Studio? From the Chinatown Gateway Garage, take the elevator to the 2nd floor and walk to the large double doors on the left. Enter the gallery and turn left; we are the last door on the left, past the kitchen. If you are parked elsewhere, walk up the steps to the DAC gift shop, go past it to find the elevator, and follow the instructions above to access the studio. There is a handicap ramp if you cannot walk up the stairs for the DAC building on the Nu'uanu entrance side. Walk towards the street lights, and you will see the ramp; you will need to walk through the courtyard to the elevator.

      For more information contact: classes@hawaiihandweavers.org

      __________________________________________________________

      HHH TERMS OF USE_CANCELLATION POLICY 6_2026.pdf



      Show details

    • Alteration: Basic Hemming with Kye Harford

      • 22 Mar 2026
      • 2:00 PM - 6:00 PM
      • Downtown Art Center, Orange Room, 1041 Nuuanu Ave., Second Floor, Honolulu, HI 96817
      • 4
      Register

      Register Online Now through March 19, 2026.

      Join us for Alteraltion: Basic Hemming with Kye Harford.

      Learn how to hem your garment to your fitting! This class will help you equip with highly useful hemming skill that you can immediately apply from the day you learn it with a basic sewing machine. Feel free to bring a few pieces of your own (shirts or pants).

      There will be an additional $10 supply fee due to the instructor at the beginning of class. The supply fee includes sewing notions and fabric.

      To take this class you must be knowledgeable of how to use a sewing machine.




      What to bring:

      • $10 Supply fee
      • Scissors
      • Sewing machine (if you own one, but few machines are available for rental).
      • Optional: bring a garment of choice. This can be pants or shirts (*stretchy material like spandex is not recommended)





      Instructor Bio

      Kye Harford is a designer who started his sewing journey during the pandemic in 2020 and established a brand in Hilo with "sustainable creation" as the core concept. He currently focuses on creating wearable pieces and sharing the importance of this craft/skill. His other work includes natural dyeing, garment alterations and repairs as well as custom work.

      Hawaiʻi Handweavers' Hui members receive a discounted class fee. If you are interested in becoming a member please click HERE.

      This class is open to adults, and minors ages 12-17 when accompanied by a parent or guardian. If you are interested in taking the class with your child, please register online and add your child as a guest. Those registering for a Hawaiʻi Handweavers’ Hui class may add one guest based on availability.

      We require a minimum of three participants for each class. A full refund will be issued to those registered, if class is cancelled by Hawaiʻi Handweavers’ Hui. Refunds for class registration cancellation by participant will be issued in full only if the cancellation is made more than 14 days before the class begins.

      MAP Downtown Art Center 

      Click for information on Parking at DAC

      MAP to HHH Classroom

       How do I get to the Studio? From the Chinatown Gateway Garage, take the elevator to the 2nd floor and walk to the large double doors on the left. Enter the gallery and turn left; we are the last door on the left, past the kitchen. If you are parked elsewhere, walk up the steps to the DAC gift shop, go past it to find the elevator, and follow the instructions above to access the studio. There is a handicap ramp if you cannot walk up the stairs for the DAC building on the Nu'uanu entrance side. Walk towards the street lights, and you will see the ramp; you will need to walk through the courtyard to the elevator.

      For more information contact: classes@hawaiihandweavers.org

      __________________________________________________________ 

      HHH TERMS OF USE_CANCELLATION POLICY 6_2026.pdf
      Show details

    • Taste of Crochet: Granny Squares with Connie Lee Lynch

      • 28 Mar 2026
      • 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
      • Downtown Art Center, Orange Room, 1041 Nuuanu Ave., Second Floor, Honolulu, HI 96817
      • 6
      Register

      Register Online Now through March 21, 2026. 

      Join us for Taste of Crochet: Granny Squares with Connie Lee Lynch.

      Take your crochet skills to the next level with one of the most iconic motifs in fiber arts! Crochet Designer and Fiber Artist Connie Lee Lynch will guide you through the construction of the timeless granny square. Building on the foundations of basic crochet stitches, you will learn how to work in the round from the center out and practice changing colors.




      We will also explore the modular nature of these squares, discussing how they can be joined together to build everything from retro-inspired blankets and bags to modern garments.

      The supply fee covers a curated kit that includes two different shades of yarn to practice color-changing techniques, but students are welcome to bring their favorite supplies from home, including any yarns they are excited to use. This workshop is best suited for those who have some experience crocheting already and are comfortable with basic stitches like the chain and either single or double crochet.

      Some experience in crocheting is recommended. Students should be comfortable with the slip knot, chain stitches, and either single or double crochet stitches.


      Supply Fee Includes:

      • Crochet hook
      • 2 skeins of yarn 
      • 2 stitch markers
      • 1 darning needle

      What to Bring:

      • $25 supply fee
      • The supply kit will include everything needed to practice granny squares with two colors, but students are encouraged to bring their own favorite supplies from home, as well.
      • Drink or snack (optional)
      • Wear comfortable clothing.




      Instructor Bio

      Connie is a crochet designer and mixed media fiber artist currently living in Hawaiʻi. Her crochet designs and handspun work have been featured in Spin Off and PLY magazines. As a teacher, she creates a welcoming, low-pressure space for learning, encouraging students to slow down, enjoy the process, and build confidence stitch by stitch.


      Hawaiʻi Handweavers' Hui members receive a discounted class fee. If you are interested in becoming a member please click HERE.

      This class is open to adults, and minors ages 12-17 when accompanied by a parent or guardian. If you are interested in taking the class with your child, please register online and add your child as a guest. Those registering for a Hawaiʻi Handweavers’ Hui class may add one guest based on availability.

      We require a minimum of three participants for each class. A full refund will be issued to those registered, if class is cancelled by Hawaiʻi Handweavers’ Hui. Refunds for class registration cancellation by participant will be issued in full only if the cancellation is made more than 14 days before the class begins.

      MAP Downtown Art Center

      Click for information on Parking at DAC

      MAP to HHH Classroom

      How do I get to the Studio? From the Chinatown Gateway Garage, take the elevator to the 2nd floor and walk to the large double doors on the left. Enter the gallery and turn left; we are the last door on the left, past the kitchen. If you are parked elsewhere, walk up the steps to the DAC gift shop, go past it to find the elevator, and follow the instructions above to access the studio. There is a handicap ramp if you cannot walk up the stairs for the DAC building on the Nu'uanu entrance side. Walk towards the street lights, and you will see the ramp; you will need to walk through the courtyard to the elevator.

      For more information contact: classes@hawaiihandweavers.org

      __________________________________________________________

      HHH TERMS OF USE_CANCELLATION POLICY 6_2026.pdf


      Show details

    • Indigo Dip Dyeing with Kilikina

      • 29 Mar 2026
      • 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM
      • Downtown Art Center, Studio C, 1041 Nuuanu Ave., Ground Floor, Honolulu, HI 96817
      • 2
      Register

      Register Online Now through March 22, 2026.

      Join us for Indigo Dip Dyeing with Kilikina.

      Modern Shibori - Radiant Heart Dishcloth Image

      Indigo dip dyeing is a traditional Japanese time honored tradition. Cotton material needs to be dipped, then oxidized many times (10) in order to achieve a deep, dark blue indigo color. Japanese shibori techniques such as arashi, itajime, kumo, nui and kanoko will be introduced.

      Participants are encouraged to use provided videos and diagrams to prepare at least 2 items to dip re coming to class, especially if there is a lot of hand stitching to be done.

      Students may bring up to 5 items to dye (100% cotton recommended). Ideas for items to dye: t-shirts, dishcloths, baby onesies, bucket hats, pillowcases and dog bandanas. 
      Students will place dyed items in ziploc bags. For best results items should cure for 24 hours then be rinsed, washed and dried at home.

      An additional $70 supply fee will be due to the instructor at the beginning of class.

      Supply fee includes:

      • Dyes, chemicals and use of all tools and supplies 
      • Latex gloves
      • 2 flour sack dishcloths 

      All experience levels are welcome. No previous dye or textile background is necessary. 

      Note: Thorough rinsing, washing and drying of the fabrics will be done at home.


      What to bring:

      • Up to 5 white 100% cotton shirts or other items to dye. Please do not bring sweatshirts and sheets, they take up too much dye.
      • $70 supply fee (cash or credit)
      • Waterproof apron or apron (optional)
      • Gallon sized ziploc bags for each of the items you plan to dye 
      • Up to elbow dishwashing gloves. These gloves will only be used for dying and not be used for other purposes afterwards.
      • Beverages and snacks 
      • Disposable old towels, t-shirts or rags.

      **Wear any clothes that you wouldn't mind getting a tiny colored splash on, and old comfortable shoes. It’s best to leave jewelry such as rings and bracelets at home.

      About the Instructor:

      Art educator, and creator of apparel company, I Love Tie Dye Hawaii, Kilikina is a passionate artist. She started experimenting with tie dye and Japanese shibori techniques in 2018 as a color theory lesson for her high school art students. She loves how making and wearing tie dye apparel makes people happy! 

      Hawaiʻi Handweavers' Hui members receive a discounted class fee. If you are interested in becoming a member please click HERE.

      This class is open to adults, and minors ages 12-17 when accompanied by a parent or guardian. If you are interested in taking the class with your child, please register online and add your child as a guest. Those registering for a Hawaiʻi Handweavers’ Hui class may add one guest based on availability.

      We require a minimum of three participants for each class. A full refund will be issued to those registered, if class is cancelled by Hawaiʻi Handweavers’ Hui. Refunds for class registration cancellation by participant will be issued in full only if the cancellation is made more than 14 days before the class begins.

      MAP Downtown Art Center

      Click for information on Parking at DAC

      "How do I get to Studio C? Studio C is downstairs opposite the shop on the ground floor. Please note that this class will not be held in the Hawaiʻi Handweavers' Hui studio located on the second floor."

      For more information contact: classes@hawaiihandweavers.org

      __________________________________________________________

      HHH TERMS OF USE_CANCELLATION POLICY 6_2026.pdf


      Show details

    • Rag Rugs with Reina Young

      • 04 Apr 2026
      • 02 May 2026
      • 5 sessions
      • Downtown Art Center, Orange Room, 1041 Nuuanu Ave., Second Floor, Honolulu, HI 96817
      • 2
      Register

      Register Online Now through March 28, 2026

      Join us for Rag Rugs with Reina Young

      Learn how to weave a rag rug. Have fun repurposing old materials to create something new. Draft your own unique rug design and bring it to life using a variety of plain-weave patterning techniques. Instructors will introduce the parts of a loom, explain how they work, and demonstrate how to measure a warp and dress the loom for weaving a rag rug.  

      By the end of the class, participants will know the basics of weaving a rug on a floor loom, and they will take home a one-of-a-kind approximately  2'x2 yards creation using an 8 dent reed.


      There will be an additional $25 supply fee, payable to the instructor on the first day of class, which includes 2 yards of rug warp and weft material

       What to Bring:

      • $25 supply fee
      • Notebook and pen
      • Old sheets and/or clothes to be cut for weft

      Instructor Bios

      Reina Young is a multi media artist based in Hawaiʻi, she specializes in fabric arts, digital illustrations and handmade, artisanal goods. With a background in graphic design, her passion is to create, teach and bring beauty and vibrancy into people’s lives through art and crafting.

      Hawaiʻi Handweavers' Hui members receive a discounted class fee. If you are interested in becoming a member please click HERE.

      We require a minimum of three participants for each class. A full refund will be issued to those registered, if class is cancelled by Hawaiʻi Handweavers’ Hui. Refunds for class registration cancellation by participant will be issued in full only if the cancellation is made more than 14 days before the class begins. 

      MAP Downtown Art Center 

      Click for information on Parking at DAC

      MAP to HHH Classroom

      How do I get to the Studio? From the Chinatown Gateway Garage, take the elevator to the 2nd floor and walk to the large double doors on the left. Enter the gallery and turn left; we are the last door on the left, past the kitchen. If you are parked elsewhere, walk up the steps to the DAC gift shop, go past it to find the elevator, and follow the instructions above to access the studio. There is a handicap ramp if you cannot walk up the stairs for the DAC building on the Nu'uanu entrance side. Walk towards the street lights, and you will see the ramp; you will need to walk through the courtyard to the elevator.

      For more information contact: classes@hawaiihandweavers.org

      __________________________________________________________

      HHH TERMS OF USE_CANCELLATION POLICY 6_2026.pdf



      Show details

    • Rigid Heddle Weaving I with Reina Young

      • 09 Apr 2026
      • 30 Apr 2026
      • 4 sessions
      • Downtown Art Center, Orange Room, 1041 Nuuanu Ave., Second Floor, Honolulu, HI 96817
      • 0
      Join waitlist

      Register Online Now through April 2, 2026.

      Join us for Rigid Heddle Weaving I with Reina Young

      This class introduces new weavers to the portable rigid heddle loom. Weavers have the option to create a scarf, table runner, or placemats. We will go over different pattern techniques, play with color palettes, experiment with various fibers, and learn how to warp and dress the loom.

      The rigid heddle loom is essentially a rectangular, wooden frame loom. However, it differs from the simple frame looms that are now readily available and often used for tapestry, as it has space for a heddle/reed, making it capable of producing sheds (gaps or spaces) to weave through. It is a 2 shaft loom, but has further reaching capabilities.

      This class is open to any skill level. There will be an additional supply fee of $20, to include yarn and weaving tools, payable to the instructor on the first day of class. All supplies and materials will be provided. 

      What to Bring: 

      • $20 supply fee
      • Notebook and pen

      Instructor Bio

      Reina Young is a multi media artist based in Hawaiʻi who specializes in fabric arts, digital illustrations and handmade, artisanal goods. With a background in graphic design, her passion is to create, teach and bring beauty and vibrancy into people’s lives through art and crafting.



      Hawaiʻi Handweavers' Hui members receive a discounted class fee. If you are interested in becoming a member please click HERE.

      This class is open to adults, and minors ages 12-17 when accompanied by a parent or guardian. If you are interested in taking the class with your child, please register online and add your child as a guest. Those registering for a Hawaiʻi Handweavers’ Hui class may add one guest based on availability.

      We require a minimum of three participants for each class. A full refund will be issued to those registered, if class is cancelled by Hawaiʻi Handweavers’ Hui. Refunds for class registration cancellation by participant will be issued in full only if the cancellation is made more than 14 days before the class begins. 

      MAP Downtown Art Center 

      Click for information on Parking at DAC

      MAP to HHH Classroom

      How do I get to the Studio? From the Chinatown Gateway Garage, take the elevator to the 2nd floor and walk to the large double doors on the left. Enter the gallery and turn left; we are the last door on the left, past the kitchen. If you are parked elsewhere, walk up the steps to the DAC gift shop, go past it to find the elevator, and follow the instructions above to access the studio. There is a handicap ramp if you cannot walk up the stairs for the DAC building on the Nu'uanu entrance side. Walk towards the street lights, and you will see the ramp; you will need to walk through the courtyard to the elevator.

      For more information contact: classes@hawaiihandweavers.org

      _________________________________________________________ 

      HHH TERMS OF USE_CANCELLATION POLICY 6_2026.pdf

      Show details

    • Sewing 101 with Kye Harford

      • 11 Apr 2026
      • 2:00 PM - 6:00 PM
      • Downtown Art Center, Orange Room, 1041 Nuuanu Ave., Second Floor, Honolulu, HI 96817
      • 4
      Register

      Register Online Now through April 4, 2026

      Join us for Sewing 101 with Kye Harford

      This entry-level sewing class is geared towards ones that want to start sewing as a hobby or up their sewing skills and looking to skip the hassle of spending hours reading the operation manual or watching YouTube tutorials only to be frustrated and lose motivation.
      Participants will learn to sew a coaster and/or mini tote by the end of the class.


      This class covers:
      - operating a sewing machine and its basic functions
      - purposes & uses of the different stitch types
      - straight stitching
      - basic machine maintenance
      - troubleshooting
      - essential sewing notions/tools
      - making a coaster & mini tote bag

      There will be an additional supply fee of $15 payable to the instructor on the day of class. The supply fee covers sewing notions and fabrics to make a coaster and mini tote bag.

      This class is open to any skill level.

      What to Bring:

      • $15 supply fee
      • Your own sewing machine (optional but highly recommended as sewing machines differ in functionality across different models, so it is best to familiarize with one machine that you will use frequently)
      • Snack and beverage
      • Wear comfortable clothing



      Instructor Bio

      Kye Harford is a designer who started his sewing journey during the pandemic in 2020 and established a brand in Hilo with "sustainable creation" as the core concept. He currently focuses on creating wearable pieces and sharing the importance of this craft/skill. His other work includes natural dyeing, garment alterations and repairs as well as custom work.


      Hawaiʻi Handweavers' Hui members receive a discounted class fee. If you are interested in becoming a member please click HERE.

      This class is open to adults, and minors ages 12-17 when accompanied by a parent or guardian. If you are interested in taking the class with your child, please register online and add your child as a guest. Those registering for a Hawaiʻi Handweavers’ Hui class may add one guest based on availability.

      We require a minimum of three participants for each class. A full refund will be issued to those registered, if class is cancelled by Hawaiʻi Handweavers’ Hui. Refunds for class registration cancellation by participant will be issued in full only if the cancellation is made more than 14 days before the class begins.

      MAP Downtown Art Center

      Click for information on Parking at DAC

      MAP to HHH Classroom

      How do I get to the Studio? From the Chinatown Gateway Garage, take the elevator to the 2nd floor and walk to the large double doors on the left. Enter the gallery and turn left; we are the last door on the left, past the kitchen. If you are parked elsewhere, walk up the steps to the DAC gift shop, go past it to find the elevator, and follow the instructions above to access the studio. There is a handicap ramp if you cannot walk up the stairs for the DAC building on the Nu'uanu entrance side. Walk towards the street lights, and you will see the ramp; you will need to walk through the courtyard to the elevator.

      For more information contact: classes@hawaiihandweavers.org

      __________________________________________________________

      HHH TERMS OF USE_CANCELLATION POLICY 6_2026.pdf



      Show details

    • Advanced Rigid Heddle Woven Sashiko Variation Helen Rau

      • 12 Apr 2026
      • 18 Apr 2026
      • 2 sessions
      • Downtown Art Center, Orange Room, 1041 Nuuanu Ave., Second Floor, Honolulu, HI 96817
      • 1
      Register

      Register Online Now through April 5,  2026

      Join us for Advanced Rigid Heddle Woven Sashiko Variation with Helen Rau

      In this class weavers will design a color & weave pattern and warp ( direct or indirect method) two 10 Dent heddles.  A pick up stick will be used to weave a lace sequence which results in a woven Sashiko pattern.
      Weavers can decide to make one or two projects on the 70” warp, 14” in the reed using 8/2 unmercerized cotton.

      Required Prerequisite:

      Rigid Heddle Weaving I  or similar intermediate experience.

      There will be an additional $25 supply fee for yarn and weaving tools that is paid to the instructor on the first day of class. All supplies and materials will be provided; however, students may bring their own yarn* and rigid heddle loom.

      *Upon checking with instructors to confirm the yarn is appropriate for class use. 

      What to Bring: 

      • $25 supply fee
      • Rigid Heddle Loom (if you own one)
      • Snack and Beverage
      • Wear comfortable clothing (sweater/jacket)
      • Note pad and pen
      • Scissors 


      Instructor Bio:

      Helen Rau has been weaving since 1995. Her favorite process of weaving is warping, and she loves creating kitchen towels, rag rugs, and scarves. Initially working on a floor loom, she transitioned to Rigid Heddle to save on space. Helen lives part-time in Portland, Oregon, and her other passions are spinning cotton, and spending time in her kitchen!

      Hawaiʻi Handweavers' Hui members receive a discounted class fee. If you are interested in becoming a member please click HERE.

      This class is open to adults, and minors ages 12-17 when accompanied by a parent or guardian. If you are interested in taking the class with your child, please register online and add your child as a guest. Those registering for a Hawaiʻi Handweavers’ Hui class may add one guest based on availability.

      We require a minimum of three participants for each class. A full refund will be issued to those registered, if class is cancelled by Hawaiʻi Handweavers’ Hui. Refunds for class registration cancellation by participant will be issued in full only if the cancellation is made more than 14 days before the class begins.

      MAP Downtown Art Center

      Click for information on Parking at DAC

      MAP to HHH Classroom

      How do I get to the Studio? From the Chinatown Gateway Garage, take the elevator to the 2nd floor and walk to the large double doors on the left. Enter the gallery and turn left; we are the last door on the left, past the kitchen. If you are parked elsewhere, walk up the steps to the DAC gift shop, go past it to find the elevator, and follow the instructions above to access the studio. There is a handicap ramp if you cannot walk up the stairs for the DAC building on the Nu'uanu entrance side. Walk towards the street lights, and you will see the ramp; you will need to walk through the courtyard to the elevator.

      For more information contact: classes@hawaiihandweavers.org

      __________________________________________________________

      HHH TERMS OF USE_CANCELLATION POLICY 6_2026.pdf


      Show details

    • Alteration: Basic Hemming with Kye Harford

      • 19 Apr 2026
      • 2:00 PM - 6:00 PM
      • Downtown Art Center, Orange Room, 1041 Nuuanu Ave., Second Floor, Honolulu, HI 96817
      • 5
      Register

      Register Online Now through April 12, 2026.

      Join us for Alteraltion: Basic Hemming with Kye Harford.

      Learn how to hem your garment to your fitting! This class will help you equip with highly useful hemming skill that you can immediately apply from the day you learn it with a basic sewing machine. Feel free to bring a few pieces of your own (shirts or pants).

      There will be an additional $10 supply fee due to the instructor at the beginning of class. The supply fee includes sewing notions and fabric.

      To take this class you must be knowledgeable of how to use a sewing machine.



      What to bring:

      • $10 Supply fee
      • Scissors
      • Sewing machine (if you own one, but few machines are available for rental).
      • Optional: bring a garment of choice. This can be pants or shirts (*stretchy material like spandex is not recommended)





      Instructor Bio

      Kye Harford is a designer who started his sewing journey during the pandemic in 2020 and established a brand in Hilo with "sustainable creation" as the core concept. He currently focuses on creating wearable pieces and sharing the importance of this craft/skill. His other work includes natural dyeing, garment alterations and repairs as well as custom work.

      Hawaiʻi Handweavers' Hui members receive a discounted class fee. If you are interested in becoming a member please click HERE.

      This class is open to adults, and minors ages 12-17 when accompanied by a parent or guardian. If you are interested in taking the class with your child, please register online and add your child as a guest. Those registering for a Hawaiʻi Handweavers’ Hui class may add one guest based on availability.

      We require a minimum of three participants for each class. A full refund will be issued to those registered, if class is cancelled by Hawaiʻi Handweavers’ Hui. Refunds for class registration cancellation by participant will be issued in full only if the cancellation is made more than 14 days before the class begins.

      MAP Downtown Art Center 

      Click for information on Parking at DAC

      MAP to HHH Classroom

       How do I get to the Studio? From the Chinatown Gateway Garage, take the elevator to the 2nd floor and walk to the large double doors on the left. Enter the gallery and turn left; we are the last door on the left, past the kitchen. If you are parked elsewhere, walk up the steps to the DAC gift shop, go past it to find the elevator, and follow the instructions above to access the studio. There is a handicap ramp if you cannot walk up the stairs for the DAC building on the Nu'uanu entrance side. Walk towards the street lights, and you will see the ramp; you will need to walk through the courtyard to the elevator.

      For more information contact: classes@hawaiihandweavers.org

      __________________________________________________________ 

      HHH TERMS OF USE_CANCELLATION POLICY 6_2026.pdf
      Show details

    • Boro Sashiko with Kye Harford

      • 25 Apr 2026
      • 2:00 PM - 6:00 PM
      • Downtown Art Center, Orange Room, 1041 Nuuanu Ave., Second Floor, Honolulu, HI 96817
      • 6
      Register

      Register Online Now through April 18,  2026

      Join us for Boro Sashiko with Kye Harford.

      Celebrate sustainability, creativity, and history through Boro Sashiko, a traditional Japanese textile practice that transforms worn fabrics into works of art. “Boro” means “tattered” or “repaired,” and when combined with Sashiko stitching—a form of decorative reinforcement—it becomes a meditative, layered technique for mending, patching, and beautifying textiles.

      In this class, participants will learn how to piece together fabric scraps using simple running stitches to create richly textured surfaces that honor imperfection and resourcefulness. Students will explore traditional and modern approaches to Boro, experiment with composition and color, and complete a small textile piece suitable for display, clothing repair, or home décor.
      The supply fee will include all supplies but feel free to bring scraps of fabrics you’d like to use.

      What to bring:

      • $10 Supply fee
      • Scissors
      • Fabric scraps (optional)

      Instructor Bio

      Kye Harford is a designer who started his sewing journey during the pandemic in 2020 and established a brand in Hilo with "sustainable creation" as the core concept. He currently focuses on creating wearable pieces and sharing the importance of this craft/skill. His other work includes natural dyeing, garment alterations and repairs as well as custom work.

      Hawaiʻi Handweavers' Hui members receive a discounted class fee. If you are interested in becoming a member please click HERE.

      This class is open to adults, and minors ages 12-17 when accompanied by a parent or guardian. If you are interested in taking the class with your child, please register online and add your child as a guest. Those registering for a Hawaiʻi Handweavers’ Hui class may add one guest based on availability.

      We require a minimum of three participants for each class. A full refund will be issued to those registered, if class is cancelled by Hawaiʻi Handweavers’ Hui. Refunds for class registration cancellation by participant will be issued in full only if the cancellation is made more than 14 days before the class begins.

      MAP Downtown Art Center 

      Click for information on Parking at DAC

      MAP to HHH Classroom

       How do I get to the Studio? From the Chinatown Gateway Garage, take the elevator to the 2nd floor and walk to the large double doors on the left. Enter the gallery and turn left; we are the last door on the left, past the kitchen. If you are parked elsewhere, walk up the steps to the DAC gift shop, go past it to find the elevator, and follow the instructions above to access the studio. There is a handicap ramp if you cannot walk up the stairs for the DAC building on the Nu'uanu entrance side. Walk towards the street lights, and you will see the ramp; you will need to walk through the courtyard to the elevator.

      For more information contact: classes@hawaiihandweavers.org

      __________________________________________________________ 

      HHH TERMS OF USE_CANCELLATION POLICY 6_2026.pdf
      Show details

    • Hand Brooms with Joan Namkoong

      • 06 May 2026
      • 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
      • Downtown Art Center, Orange Room, 1041 Nuuanu Ave., Second Floor, Honolulu, HI 96817
      • 4
      Register

      Register Online Now through May 29, 2026.

      Join us for Hand Brooms with Joan Namkoong.

      Simple hand brooms using broom corn and tampico fiber are useful around the house, office and weaving loom for dusting off bits and pieces! Learn to tie a turkey wing broom and a hawk’s tail broom — a simple process that’s fun and quick. You’ll make at least 3 or 4 during our session. All supplies and equipment provided.



      What to bring: 

      • $20 cash, payable to instructor for supplies
      • Wear comfortable clothes and shoes 


      Instructor Bio

      Joan Namkoong is a 30 year plus weaver who lives on the Big Island. She weaves and sells functional textiles like scarves, shawls, towels, rugs, runners and yardage for household use. Silk is her favorite thread followed by cotton. Plain weave is used most of the time on her 8- shaft Gilmore loom. She also uses a drawloom to weave complex images and patterns.

      Hawaiʻi Handweavers' Hui members receive a discounted class fee. If you are interested in becoming a member please click HERE.

      This class is open to adults, and minors ages 12-17 when accompanied by a parent or guardian. If you are interested in taking the class with your child, please register online and add your child as a guest. Those registering for a Hawaiʻi Handweavers’ Hui class may add one guest based on availability.

      We require a minimum of three participants for each class. A full refund will be issued to those registered, if class is cancelled by Hawaiʻi Handweavers’ Hui. Refunds for class registration cancellation by participant will be issued in full only if the cancellation is made more than 14 days before the class begins.

      MAP Downtown Art Center 

      Click for information on Parking at DAC

      MAP to HHH Classroom

      How do I get to the Studio? From the Chinatown Gateway Garage, take the elevator to the 2nd floor and walk to the large double doors on the left. Enter the gallery and turn left; we are the last door on the left, past the kitchen. If you are parked elsewhere, walk up the steps to the DAC gift shop, go past it to find the elevator, and follow the instructions above to access the studio. There is a handicap ramp if you cannot walk up the stairs for the DAC building on the Nu'uanu entrance side. Walk towards the street lights, and you will see the ramp; you will need to walk through the courtyard to the elevator.

      For more information contact: classes@hawaiihandweavers.org

      __________________________________________________________

      HHH TERMS OF USE_CANCELLATION POLICY 6_2026.pdf

      Show details

    • Looping with Joan Namkoong

      • 06 May 2026
      • 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
      • Downtown Art Center, Orange Room, 1041 Nuuanu Ave., Second Floor, Honolulu, HI 96817
      • 8
      Register

      Register Online Now through April 29, 2026

      Join us for Looping with Joan Namkoong

      Looping is an ancient fiber technique where one thread travels in and out and crosses itself to form a stitch that does not unravel. Looping can form bags and vessels, surround an object or become an art piece. It's a simple and relaxing technique with few rules, uses just a needle and thread and lots of your creativity!







      What to bring: 

      • $10 supply fee payable to instructor for waxed linen
      • Large eye tapestry needle, metal or plastic, approximately 2 inches long
      • Small scissors
      • Optional: bring a small bottle or object to loop over

      Instructor Bio

      Joan Namkoong is a 30 year plus weaver who lives on the Big Island. She weaves and sells functional textiles like scarves, shawls, towels, rugs, runners and yardage for household use. Silk is her favorite thread followed by cotton. Plain weave is used most of the time on her 8- shaft Gilmore loom. She also uses a drawloom to weave complex images and patterns.


      Hawaiʻi Handweavers' Hui members receive a discounted class fee. If you are interested in becoming a member please click HERE.

      This class is open to adults, and minors ages 12-17 when accompanied by a parent or guardian. If you are interested in taking the class with your child, please register online and add your child as a guest. Those registering for a Hawaiʻi Handweavers’ Hui class may add one guest based on availability.

      We require a minimum of three participants for each class. A full refund will be issued to those registered, if class is cancelled by Hawaiʻi Handweavers’ Hui. Refunds for class registration cancellation by participant will be issued in full only if the cancellation is made more than 14 days before the class begins. 

      MAP Downtown Art Center 

      Click for information on Parking at DAC

      MAP to HHH Classroom

      How do I get to the Studio? From the Chinatown Gateway Garage, take the elevator to the 2nd floor and walk to the large double doors on the left. Enter the gallery and turn left; we are the last door on the left, past the kitchen. If you are parked elsewhere, walk up the steps to the DAC gift shop, go past it to find the elevator, and follow the instructions above to access the studio. There is a handicap ramp if you cannot walk up the stairs for the DAC building on the Nu'uanu entrance side. Walk towards the street lights, and you will see the ramp; you will need to walk through the courtyard to the elevator.

      For more information contact: classes@hawaiihandweavers.org

      __________________________________________________________

      HHH TERMS OF USE_CANCELLATION POLICY 6_2026.pdf

      Show details

    • Floor Loom Weaving with Joan Namkoong

      • 07 May 2026
      • 09 May 2026
      • 3 sessions
      • Downtown Art Center, Orange Room, 1041 Nuuanu Ave., Second Floor, Honolulu, HI 96817
      • 2
      Register

      Register Online Now through April 30, 2026

      Join us for Floor Loom Weaving with Joan Namkoong

      Floor Loom Basic Weaving example of a colorful weaving project.A basic weaving class for people who want to learn to use a floor loom. You will learn the basics of setting up a floor loom: measuring a warp, dressing the loom (beaming the warp, threading heddles, sleying the reed, tying on) — all in an orderly manner so you can weave cloth. You’ll learn basic weave structures — plain weave, twill, basketweave. We’ll explore how to use different fibers, how to determine the sett of cloth and how handwoven cloth is made from start to finish. You will weave a sampler and a short piece that can be used as a runner or wall hanging. Students who have taken any of our Basic Weaving classes are welcome to take this class to practice their skills and work on a project to be discussed with the instructor. 

      By the end of class, weavers will have their one-of-a-kind project to take home. 

      There will be an additional $15 (cash) supply fee payable to the instructor on first day of class which includes all weaving supplies.

      What to bring:

      • $15 supply fee
      • Small scissors
      • Paper and pencil for notes

      Instructor Bio

      Joan Namkoong is a 30 year plus weaver who lives on the Big Island. She weaves and sells functional textiles like scarves, shawls, towels, rugs, runners and yardage for household use. Silk is her favorite thread followed by cotton. Plain weave is used most of the time on her 8- shaft Gilmore loom. She also uses a drawloom to weave complex images and patterns.

      Hawaiʻi Handweavers' Hui members receive a discounted class fee. If you are interested in becoming a member please click HERE.

      This class is open to adults, and minors ages 12-17 when accompanied by a parent or guardian. If you are interested in taking the class with your child, please register online and add your child as a guest. Those registering for a Hawaiʻi Handweavers’ Hui class may add one guest based on availability.

      We require a minimum of three participants for each class. A full refund will be issued to those registered, if class is cancelled by Hawaiʻi Handweavers’ Hui. Refunds for class registration cancellation by participant will be issued in full only if the cancellation is made more than 14 days before the class begins. 

      MAP Downtown Art Center 

      Click for information on Parking at DAC

      MAP to HHH Classroom

      How do I get to the Studio? From the Chinatown Gateway Garage, take the elevator to the 2nd floor and walk to the large double doors on the left. Enter the gallery and turn left; we are the last door on the left, past the kitchen. If you are parked elsewhere, walk up the steps to the DAC gift shop, go past it to find the elevator, and follow the instructions above to access the studio. There is a handicap ramp if you cannot walk up the stairs for the DAC building on the Nu'uanu entrance side. Walk towards the street lights, and you will see the ramp; you will need to walk through the courtyard to the elevator.

      For more information contact: classes@hawaiihandweavers.org

      __________________________________________________________

      HHH TERMS OF USE_CANCELLATION POLICY 6_2026.pdf

      Show details

    • Beginner Card Weaving Shoelace or Strap with Helen Rau

      • 06 Jun 2026
      • 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
      • Downtown Art Center, Orange Room, 1041 Nuuanu Ave., Second Floor, Honolulu, HI 96817
      • 3
      Register

      Register Online Now through May 30, 2026.

      Join us for Beginner Card Weaving Shoelace or Strap  with Helen Rau

      In this class students will be introduced to the ancient art of card (tablet) weaving using either an inkle loom. Designed for beginners or intermediate weavers, this class focuses on weaving with 10 or 14 cards with 5/2 perle cotton or 10/2 perle cotton threads producing a pair of shoelaces or a durable, useful & decorative band/strap.


      What to bring:
      • $15 supply fee paid to teacher at start of class
      • Scissors
      • Note pad & pen
      • Inkle loom if you own one
      • Lunch and drink
      • Sweater/jacket (room can get chilly)

      Artist Bio:

      Helen Rau has been weaving since 1995. Her favorite process of weaving is warping, and she loves creating kitchen towels, rag rugs, and scarves. Initially working on a floor loom, she transitioned to Rigid Heddle to save on space. Helen lives part-time in Portland, Oregon, and her other passions are spinning cotton, and spending time in her kitchen!





      Hawaiʻi Handweavers' Hui members receive a discounted class fee. If you are interested in becoming a member please click HERE.

      This class is open to adults, and minors ages 12-17 when accompanied by a parent or guardian. If you are interested in taking the class with your child, please register online and add your child as a guest. Those registering for a Hawaiʻi Handweavers’ Hui class may add one guest based on availability.

      We require a minimum of three participants for each class. A full refund will be issued to those registered, if class is cancelled by Hawaiʻi Handweavers’ Hui. Refunds for class registration cancellation by participant will be issued in full only if the cancellation is made more than 14 days before the class begins.

      MAP Downtown Art Center

      Click for information on Parking at DAC

      MAP to HHH Classroom

      How do I get to the Studio? From the Chinatown Gateway Garage, take the elevator to the 2nd floor and walk to the large double doors on the left. Enter the gallery and turn left; we are the last door on the left, past the kitchen. If you are parked elsewhere, walk up the steps to the DAC gift shop, go past it to find the elevator, and follow the instructions above to access the studio. There is a handicap ramp if you cannot walk up the stairs for the DAC building on the Nu'uanu entrance side. Walk towards the street lights, and you will see the ramp; you will need to walk through the courtyard to the elevator.

      For more information contact: classes@hawaiihandweavers.org

      __________________________________________________________

      HHH TERMS OF USE_CANCELLATION POLICY 6_2026.pdf


      Show details

    • Rag Rugs with Helen Rau

      • 16 Jun 2026
      • 30 Jun 2026
      • 5 sessions
      • Downtown Art Center, Orange Room, 1041 Nuuanu Ave., Second Floor, Honolulu, HI 96817
      • 2
      Register

      Register Online Now through June 9, 2026.

      Join us for Rag Rugs with Helen Rau.

      Learn how to weave a rag rug. Have fun repurposing old materials to create something new. Draft your own unique rug design and bring it to life using a variety of plain-weave patterning techniques. The instructor will introduce the parts of a loom, explain how they work, and demonstrate how to measure a warp and dress the loom for weaving a rag rug.  

      By the end of the class, participants will know the basics of weaving a rug on a floor loom, and they will take home a one-of-a-kind approximately  2'x2 yards creation using an 8-10 dent reed.


      There will be an additional $25 supply fee, payable to the instructor on the first day of class, which includes 2 yards of rug warp and weft material

       What to Bring:

      • $25 supply fee
      • Notebook and pen
      • Old sheets and/or clothes to be cut for weft

      Instructor Bios

      Helen Rau has been weaving since 1995. Her favorite process of weaving is warping, and she loves creating kitchen towels, rag rugs, and scarves. Initially working on a floor loom, she transitioned to Rigid Heddle to save on space. Helen lives part-time in Portland, Oregon, and her other passions are spinning cotton, and spending time in her kitchen!

      Hawaiʻi Handweavers' Hui members receive a discounted class fee. If you are interested in becoming a member please click HERE.

      We require a minimum of three participants for each class. A full refund will be issued to those registered, if class is cancelled by Hawaiʻi Handweavers’ Hui. Refunds for class registration cancellation by participant will be issued in full only if the cancellation is made more than 14 days before the class begins. 

      MAP Downtown Art Center 

      Click for information on Parking at DAC

      MAP to HHH Classroom

      How do I get to the Studio? From the Chinatown Gateway Garage, take the elevator to the 2nd floor and walk to the large double doors on the left. Enter the gallery and turn left; we are the last door on the left, past the kitchen. If you are parked elsewhere, walk up the steps to the DAC gift shop, go past it to find the elevator, and follow the instructions above to access the studio. There is a handicap ramp if you cannot walk up the stairs for the DAC building on the Nu'uanu entrance side. Walk towards the street lights, and you will see the ramp; you will need to walk through the courtyard to the elevator.

      For more information contact: classes@hawaiihandweavers.org

      __________________________________________________________

      HHH TERMS OF USE_CANCELLATION POLICY 6_2026.pdf




      Show details

    Copyright 2025 - Hawaiʻi Handweavers' Hui - All Rights Reserved

    LEARN FIBER ARTS WITH US!


    CONTACT US

    Classes

    classes@hawaiihandweavers.org

    Oʻahu, Maui and Hawaiʻi Island

    info@hawaiihandweavers.org

    Address:  MAP

    Hawaiʻi Handweavers' Hui, 

    Downtown Art Center,

    1041 Nuʻuanu Ave, Second Floor,

    Honolulu, HI 96817



    FOLLOW US

    Instagram

    YouTube


    HHH POLICY

    Privacy Policy

    Refund Policy





    Hawaiʻi Handweavers' Hui is a founding member of the Downtown Art Center.  www.downtownarthi.org

    Hawaiʻi Handweavers' Hui is supported in part by the State Foundation on Culture and the Arts.

    Powered by Wild Apricot Membership Software