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• Discover Loom Weaving (Hawaiʻi Island class)

  • When
    13 Jun 2026
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    10:00 AM - 2:00 PM
  • Location
    Hilo Public Library 300 Waianuenue Ave, Hilo, HI 96720
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  Register Online Now through June 6, 2026. 

  Join us for Discover Loom Weaving.

  

  Discover and explore how to create cloth on a loom in this 4 hour class for people curious about weaving. It will be taught by experienced handweavers and members of the Hawaiʻi Handweavers’ Hui.

  You’ll learn about looms and how they work using a 4 shaft table loom that’s all set up. Learn to wind a bobbin and throw a shuttle. Create cloth using a few basic weave structures. Play with different colors and textures as you learn the basics of weaving. You’ll take home the cloth you weave!

  What to bring:

  • All equipment and supplies will be provided.
  • If you have bits of yarn you’d like to use, bring it along but you don’t have to buy anything.  
  • Pen/pencil for note taking
  • Water and a snack for lunch 

  Instructor Bios:

  Jill Cohen lives in Mt. View and has been weaving for more than ten years.  She mainly weaves functional household items such as towels, placemats, napkins and runners with the occasional foray into wearables. 
  
  Irina Phillips is a Hilo-based weaver with four years of experience crafting beautiful, functional pieces - from wraps and scarves to runners and pillow covers.  With a love of fibers like wool, linen, and cotton, she brings warmth and intention to every project.  Irina delights in sharing her fiber Journal with anyone who wants to learn.
  

  This class is free.  Online registration is required and 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 Hawai’i  Handweavers’ Hui class may add one guest based on availability.

  The class is limited to 4 participants.

  Please let us know if you have registered and are unable to attend the class.

  Contact: classes@hawaiihandweavers.org

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• Rag Rugs with Helen Rau

  • Start
    15 Jun 2026
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  • End
    29 Jun 2026
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  • Schedule
    5 sessions
  • Location
    Hawaiʻi Handweavers' Hui, St. Luke's Episcopal Church Community Hall, 45 Judd St, Honolulu, HI 96817
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  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: St Luke's Episcopal Church
  

  How do I get to the Studio? (More details coming.)

  For more information contact: classes@hawaiihandweavers.org

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• Floor Loom Weaving with Joan Namkoong

  • Start
    24 Jun 2026
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  • End
    26 Jun 2026
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  • Schedule
    3 sessions
  • Location
    Hawaiʻi Handweavers' Hui, St. Luke's Episcopal Church Community Hall, 45 Judd St, Honolulu, HI 96817
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    3

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  Register Online Now through June 17, 2026

  Join us for Floor Loom Weaving with Joan Namkoong

  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: St Luke's Episcopal Church

  Parking at St Lukeʻs Episcopal Church Community Hall

  For more information contact: classes@hawaiihandweavers.org

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• Rigid Heddle Weaving II with Reina Young

  • Start
    24 Jun 2026
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  • End
    15 Jul 2026
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  • Schedule
    4 sessions
  • Location
    Hawaiʻi Handweavers' Hui, St. Luke's Episcopal Church Community Hall, 45 Judd St, Honolulu, HI 96817
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    2

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  Register Online Now through June 17,  2026. 

  Join us for Rigid Heddle Weaving II with Reina Young

  
  This class is designed for those wanting to up their skill on the rigid heddle loom after taking our first class, Rigid Heddle Weaving I. Participants will choose to weave with either a 7.5 dent reed, like before, or with a 10 or 15 dent reed that accommodates finer thread. Participants also have a choice to do a specific pattern like log cabin or houndstooth.

  We will explore adding texture to weaving through the use of pick up sticks and finger manipulation. And by the end of class, weavers will have their one-of-a-kind project to take home. 
  
  

  Participants will take home the loom for the duration of the course.

  
  

  
  

  Required Prerequisite: Rigid Heddle Weaving I, or similar previous 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 upon checking with instructors to confirm it is appropriate for class use. 

  What to Bring: 

  • $25 supply fee
  • Notebook and pen
  • Beverage and food as needed
  • Mask (optional)

  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.

  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: St Luke's Episcopal Church

  Parking at St Lukeʻs Episcopal Church Community Hall

  For more information contact: classes@hawaiihandweavers.org

  
  

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• Hand Brooms with Joan Namkoong

  • When
    27 Jun 2026
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    9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
  • Location
    Hawaiʻi Handweavers' Hui, St. Luke's Episcopal Church Community Hall, 45 Judd St, Honolulu, HI 96817
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  Register Online Now through June 20, 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: St Luke's Episcopal Church

  Parking at St Lukeʻs Episcopal Church Community Hall

  For more information contact: classes@hawaiihandweavers.org

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• Coil Bowl with Reina Young

  • When
    27 Jun 2026
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    9:30 AM - 12:30 PM
  • Location
    Hawaiʻi Handweavers' Hui, St. Luke's Episcopal Church Community Hall, 45 Judd St, Honolulu, HI 96817
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  Register Online Now through June 20, 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: St Luke's Episcopal Church

  Parking at St Lukeʻs Episcopal Church Community Hall

  For more information contact: classes@hawaiihandweavers.org

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• Looping with Joan Namkoong

  • When
    27 Jun 2026
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    1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
  • Location
    Hawaiʻi Handweavers' Hui, St. Luke's Episcopal Church Community Hall, 45 Judd St, Honolulu, HI 96817
  • Spaces left
    8

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  Register Online Now through June 20, 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: St Luke's Episcopal Church

  Parking at St Lukeʻs Episcopal Church Community Hall

  For more information contact: classes@hawaiihandweavers.org

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• Beginner Card Weaving Shoelace or Strap with Helen Rau

  • When
    11 Jul 2026
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    9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
  • Location
    Hawaiʻi Handweavers' Hui, St. Luke's Episcopal Church Community Hall, 45 Judd St, Honolulu, HI 96817
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  Register Online Now through July 4, 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: St Luke's Episcopal Church

  Parking at St Lukeʻs Episcopal Church Community Hall

  For more information contact: classes@hawaiihandweavers.org

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• Alteration: Basic Hemming with Kye Harford

  • When
    12 Jul 2026
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    2:00 PM - 6:00 PM
  • Location
    Hawaiʻi Handweavers' Hui, St. Luke's Episcopal Church Community Hall, 45 Judd St, Honolulu, HI 96817
  • Spaces left
    4

  Register

  Register Online Now through July 5, 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: St Luke's Episcopal Church

  Parking at St Lukeʻs Episcopal Church Community Hall

  For more information contact: classes@hawaiihandweavers.org

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• Inkle Loom Band Weaving with Barbara Long

  • Start
    12 Jul 2026
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  • End
    26 Jul 2026
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  • Schedule
    3 sessions
  • Location
    Hawaiʻi Handweavers' Hui, St. Luke's Episcopal Church Community Hall, 45 Judd St, Honolulu, HI 96817
  • Spaces left
    6

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  Register Online Now through July 5, 2026

  Join us for Inkle Loom Band Weaving with Barbara Long.

  Come play with color and yarn while learning to thread and weave on an inkle loom. We will briefly discuss the history and uses of band weaving while introducing and move on to color, design, threading  and weaving.

  Weave with colors of your choice using yarn from the studio and the instructor's stash. Colors are the stars in inkle weaving. Looms may be taken home allowing students to make multiple projects during the class. Given time and interest, we will also cover pickup patterns and finishing options, including the use of hardware. Students will leave with completed band(s), instructions for warping and weaving, and a resource list for exploring further.

  Dress comfortably, if you are easily chilled, bring a sweater as the room is air conditioned. All supplies are included in the price of the class.

  What to bring:

  • Drink (closed container) and a snack for break

  Instructor Bio:
  

  Barbara's interest in the magic of turning simple threads into fabric is life long. She especially enjoys small and simple tools, color, and seeing eyes light up in others as they discover the delight of creating objects fun and beautiful with thread. 

  
  

  
  

  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: St Luke's Episcopal Church

  Parking at St Lukeʻs Episcopal Church Community Hall

  For more information contact: classes@hawaiihandweavers.org

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• From Pulp to Page: Book Arts and Paper Making with Jordan Paguirigan

  • Start
    14 Jul 2026
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  • End
    28 Jul 2026
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  • Schedule
    3 sessions
  • Location
    Hawaiʻi Handweavers' Hui, St. Luke's Episcopal Church Community Hall, 45 Judd St, Honolulu, HI 96817
  • Spaces left
    3

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  Register Online Now through April 7, 2026.

  Join us for Pulp to Page: Book Arts and Paper Making with Jordan Paguirigan

  

  Come and learn about the art of transforming fiber pulp into paper and paper into your very own book! In this class, you will learn traditional and contemporary techniques on how to make your own paper and then using them to create a one of a kind journal or sketchbook. In the papermaking portion, participants will create handmade sheets using recycled fibers and natural materials and will experiment with color, texture, and inclusions.
  
  
  

  
  

  
  

  In the bookbinding section, we will be learning about the coptic stitch book binding method to create our very own book using our hand made paper. Paper pulp, paper pulp additives (color, sizing, inclusion materials), Book cover, and specialty binding thread.

  
  

  All skill levels are welcome!

  There will be an additional $30 supply fee due at the beginning of class to the instructor. 

  Supply fee includes:
  

  • Paper pulp
  • Paper pulp additives (color, sizing, inclusion materials)
  • Book cover, and specialty binding thread 
  • Color additives to create colored paper

  What to bring:

  • Pen and paper for notes 
  • Apron to wear
  • Jacket or sweater (room can get chilly)
  • Snacks and beverages 
  • $30 supply fee 

  Instructor Bios:

  Jordan is a multimedia artist specializing in fiber arts. His favorite mediums are ulana lauhala, paper making, weaving, and felting and he 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, 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: St Luke's Episcopal Church

  Parking at St Lukeʻs Episcopal Church Community Hall

  For more information contact: classes@hawaiihandweavers.org

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• Beginner Basket Weaving with Cynthia McCreedy

  • When
    16 Jul 2026
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    5:30 PM - 8:30 PM
  • Location
    Hawaiʻi Handweavers' Hui, St. Luke's Episcopal Church Community Hall, 45 Judd St, Honolulu, HI 96817
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  Register Online Now through July 9, 2026.

  Join us for Beginner Basket Weaving with Cynthia McCreedy

  

  Learn to make a simple round basket! We will make one or two small baskets using natural and dyed round reed.

  No weaving experience necessary. There is a $10 supply fee payable to the instructor at the beginning of the class. It includes the reed necessary for making one or two round baskets.

  
  

  What to bring:

  • $10 Supply Fee
  • 5 Gallon bucket
  • Old towel
  • Needle nose pliers*
  • Sturdy clippers for cutting reed*
  • Awl*

  *The instructor will bring a few pairs to share during the class, if you do not own any.

  Instructor Bio

  Cynthia McCreedy began her journey as a weaver in 1973 when she took a basket making class. She soon went from basket weaving to loom weaving, attending weaving and fiber arts classes at Instituto Allende in San Miguel de Allende, Mexico. She still loves to learn new weaving techniques in both basket and loom weaving, as she continues on her lifelong weaving journey.

  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: St Luke's Episcopal Church
  

  How do I get to the Studio? (More details coming.)

  For more information contact: classes@hawaiihandweavers.org

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• Punch Needling with Reina Young

  • When
    18 Jul 2026
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    9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
  • Location
    Hawaiʻi Handweavers' Hui, St. Luke's Episcopal Church Community Hall, 45 Judd St, Honolulu, HI 96817
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  Register Online Now through July 11, 2026.

  Join us for Punch Needling with Reina Young

  

  Slow down and get creative with punch needling — a fun and relaxing fiber art that turns simple yarn into soft, textured designs. In this class, you’ll learn how to use a punch needle tool to “paint” with loops of yarn, creating a small wall hanging, patch, or decorative piece to take home.

  We’ll walk you through everything from choosing your materials and setting up your frame to mastering basic stitches and finishing your work. You’ll also explore ways to play with color, texture, and design to make your piece truly your own.

  There will be an additional $10 supply fee due to the instructor in the beginning of class. 
  
  Supply fee includes:

  • Yarn
  • Monk’s cloth 

  
  

  What to bring:

  • $10 supply fee
  • Pen and paper for notes
  • Jacket or sweater (room can get chilly)
  • Snacks and beverages 

  Come for the craft, stay for the calm — and leave with something beautiful you made yourself.

  
  

  

  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: St Luke's Episcopal Church

  Parking at St Lukeʻs Episcopal Church Community Hall

  For more information contact: classes@hawaiihandweavers.org

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• Sewing 101 with Kye Harford

  • When
    19 Jul 2026
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    2:00 PM - 6:00 PM
  • Location
    Hawaiʻi Handweavers' Hui, St. Luke's Episcopal Church Community Hall, 45 Judd St, Honolulu, HI 96817
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  Register Online Now through July 12, 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: St Luke's Episcopal Church

  Parking at St Lukeʻs Episcopal Church Community Hall

  For more information contact: classes@hawaiihandweavers.org

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• Soap Making Naturally with Ghislaine Chock

  • When
    24 Jul 2026
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    9:30 AM - 12:30 PM
  • Location
    Hawaiʻi Handweavers' Hui, St. Luke's Episcopal Church Community Hall, 45 Judd St, Honolulu, HI 96817
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  Register Online Now through July 17, 2026.

  Join us for Soap Making Naturally with Ghislaine Chock.

  

  Ghislaine has been making her own soaps for over 15 years using the cold process method.

  This soap making class will be simple enough for you to want to make soap bars for yourself and your loved ones forever. In the saponification process of making soap, we will use quality oils from plants blended with an alkali (sodium hydroxide, which all soaps contain). No preservatives, no shelf extenders, no chemical detergents, no hardeners or synthetic lathering agents -- in other words, no harsh ingredients will be used.  Your homemade soaps will not only benefit your skin but also the environment.

  Skill Level: Beginner 

  There will be an additional supply fee of $45 payable to the instructor on the day of class. The supply fee includes all oils and a silicone soap mold.

  What to Bring:

  • $45 supply fee
  • One bath towel
  • A pair of comfortable water proof gloves (disposable gloves ok)

  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: St Luke's Episcopal Church

  Parking at St Lukeʻs Episcopal Church Community Hall

  For more information contact: classes@hawaiihandweavers.org

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• Open Studio Soap Making with Ghislaine Chock

  • When
    25 Jul 2026
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    10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
  • Location
    Hawaiʻi Handweavers' Hui, St. Luke's Episcopal Church Community Hall, 45 Judd St, Honolulu, HI 96817
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  Register Online Now through July 18, 2026.

  Join us for Open Studio Soap Making with Ghislaine Chock.

  Ghislaine has been making her own soaps for over 15 years using the cold process method.

  This open studio has been created to facilitate returning students who wish to make another batch of soap at the DAC studio without having to provide their own oils and equipment.  The use of soap colorants, an additional component in soap making, will be presented. All supplies (oils and colorants) and equipment will be provided. Technical guidance from the instructor will be available to support your soap making production. The cleaning of used equipment will be expected.

  
  

  Required Prerequisite: Soap Making Naturally class with Ghislaine Chock 

  There will be an additional supply fee of $30 payable to the instructor on the day of class. The supply fee includes all oils, lye, and purified water

  What to Bring:

  • $30 supply fee
  • Your silicone soap mold
  • One bath towel
  • Apron
  • A pair of comfortable water proof gloves (disposable gloves ok)

  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: St Luke's Episcopal Church

  Parking at St Lukeʻs Episcopal Church Community Hall

  For more information contact: classes@hawaiihandweavers.org

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• Basic Floor Loom: Stripes with Joan Namkoong

  • Start
    29 Jul 2026
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  • End
    31 Jul 2026
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  • Schedule
    3 sessions
  • Location
    Hawaiʻi Handweavers' Hui, St. Luke's Episcopal Church Community Hall, 45 Judd St, Honolulu, HI 96817
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  Register Online Now through July 22, 2026.

  Join us for Basic Floor Loom: Stripes with Joan Namkoong

  Practice your loom setup skills and techniques while you learn about stripes!
  
  Make them skinny, make them wide; make them one color or many colors. Plain weave, basketweave or twill stripes? In this class you’ll learn how to design and calculate striped dishtowels, how to warp stripes on the warping board, practice setting up a floor loom and vary the look of the stripes as you weave. Students will design and weave 4 dishtowels to take home.

  
  

  
  

  This is a class for those who have set up a floor loom at least once before and know the basics of floor loom weaving. 

  
  

  Supply fee: $25 for warp and weft yarns

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

  Prerequisite: Basic Weaving I

  There will be an additional $25 supply fee payable to the instructor on first day of class which includes all weaving supplies.

  What to bring:

  • $25 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: St Luke's Episcopal Church

  Parking at St Lukeʻs Episcopal Church Community Hall

  For more information contact: classes@hawaiihandweavers.org

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• Hand Brooms with Joan Namkoong

  • When
    01 Aug 2026
  •  
    9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
  • Location
    Hawaiʻi Handweavers' Hui, St. Luke's Episcopal Church Community Hall, 45 Judd St, Honolulu, HI 96817
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  Register Online Now through July 25, 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: St Luke's Episcopal Church

  Parking at St Lukeʻs Episcopal Church Community Hall

  For more information contact: classes@hawaiihandweavers.org

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• Hand Brooms II with Joan Namkoong

  • When
    01 Aug 2026
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    1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
  • Location
    Hawaiʻi Handweavers' Hui, St. Luke's Episcopal Church Community Hall, 45 Judd St, Honolulu, HI 96817
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  Register Online Now through July 25, 2026

  Join us for Hand Brooms II with Joan Namkoong.

  

  Tie a broom and add some color and design to your handles using simple techniques and materials. Weave in color , change colors, add a hanging loop and make a potscrubber, all using broom corn (hurl).

  All materials and tools provided. Prerequisite: Hand Brooms I.

  
  

  
  

  
  

  
  

  
  

  
  

  
  

  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: St Luke's Episcopal Church

  Parking at St Lukeʻs Episcopal Church Community Hall

  For more information contact: classes@hawaiihandweavers.org

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• Introduction to Weaving Adventure with Ghislaine Chock

  • Start
    06 Aug 2026
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  • End
    10 Sep 2026
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  • Schedule
    6 sessions
  • Location
    Hawaiʻi Handweavers' Hui, St. Luke's Episcopal Church Community Hall, 45 Judd St, Honolulu, HI 96817
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  Register Online Now through July 30, 2026

  Join us for Introduction to Weaving Adventure with Ghislaine Chock.

  

  Weaving fabric textiles is an ancient craft that still thrives today and is practiced by people of all ages. Whether it is a kitchen towel, a scarf, or a rug, handmade practical items  embellish our lives.

  In this adventure, you will learn how to set up a loom and weave 2 narrow towels. Looms, yarns, and tools will be provided. Just bring your curiosity and motivation. 

  
  

  You will select your pattern and your colorful yarns.

  The schedule is somewhat flexible. Once a week for 3- 4 hours, every Saturday morning, for 6 weeks, the studio will be opened. You will receive personal attention, guidance until you finish your pieces. 

  You must be present for the first day of this adventure.

  Recommended: Learning To Weave by Deborah Chandler. This book is available on Amazon or your local library. 

  The class is open to all skill levels and beginner friendly!

  There will be an additional $40 supply fee payable to the instructor which includes: warp and weft.

  What to Bring:

  • $40 Supply 
  • Scissors.
  • Tape
  • Notebook and pen

  Instructor Bio

  Ghislaine has been passionate about weaving fabric for over 30 years. Her artworks have received several awards, including from the Hawaii State Art Museum. She also introduces dyeing with botanical dyes in some of her work. Since 2021, she has been teaching weaving, dyeing, and natural soap making for the Hawai'i Handweavers’ Hui at the Downtown Art Center

  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: St Luke's Episcopal Church

  Parking at St Lukeʻs Episcopal Church Community Hall

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• Lauhala Bracelet with Jordan Paguirigan

  • When
    14 Aug 2026
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    6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
  • Location
    Hawaiʻi Handweavers' Hui, St. Luke's Episcopal Church Community Hall, 45 Judd St, Honolulu, HI 96817
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  Register Online Now through August 7,  2026.

  Join us for Lauhala Bracelet with Jordan Paguirigan

  

  Discover the beauty and versatility of natural lauhala leaves as you learn to weave your own stylish bracelets. In this class, you’ll gain confidence in preparing, folding, and weaving lauhala while exploring different patterns and finishing techniques.
  

  
  

  
  

  At the end of class, you will have handcrafted a bracelet to wear with pride.

  

  All skill levels are welcome!

  There will be an additional $15 supply fee due at the beginning of class to the instructor. 

  Supply fee includes:

  • A lauhala bracelet kit that includes:
  • Pre-stripped Lau (enough to make 2 bracelets)
  • Bracelet base

  What to bring:

  • 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.

  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: St Luke's Episcopal Church
  

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• Ikat Adventure with Ghislaine Chock

  • Start
    05 Sep 2026
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  • End
    10 Oct 2026
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  • Schedule
    6 sessions
  • Location
    Hawaiʻi Handweavers' Hui, St. Luke's Episcopal Church Community Hall, 45 Judd St, Honolulu, HI 96817
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  Register Online Now through August 29, 2026.

  Join us for Ikat Adventure with Ghislaine Chock.

  

  An ancient textile practice, ikat is simply a method of wrapping bundles of warp or weft threads with tape to resist the effects of the dye. Tie dyeing if you will, but in this Ikat Adventure you’ll be tying warp threads before the cloth is woven on a loom. The more you tie, the more elaborate and colorful your patterns will be when they emerge from different botanical dye pots. Then you’ll set up your loom for a plain weave silk and linen scarf and take home a spectacular creation. 

  
  

  
  

  Skills required: Winding a warp, dressing a loom and weaving plain weave.

  There will be an additional $50 supply fee payable to the instructor which includes: silk and linen yarns, plastic tape, tannins, mordants, and botanical dyes.

  What to Bring:

  • $50 Supply fee
  • Weaving supplies: shuttle, sley hook, threading hook, scissors.
  • Dyeing supplies: apron, dyeing gloves, two one-gallon buckets (Later in course)
  • 12 - One gallon storage, slider plastic bags
  • Tape measure
  • Notebook and pen

  Instructor Bio

  Ghislaine is an award winning fiber artist who has been weaving and dyeing in Hawaiʻi for over 30 years.

  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: St Luke's Episcopal Church
  

  How do I get to the Studio? (More details coming.)

  For more information contact: classes@hawaiihandweavers.org

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