Description:  Students will learn the skills for making braided “strip” rugs by creating a 7” x 17” patriotic fringed mat of the U.S. Flag.

Christine will start by showing you how to prepare your wool, followed by a braiding demonstration. She will also cover: making a T-start, braiding with braid aids, changing colors, lacing the braids together, and making a fringe.

Students will have the option to bring or purchase wool for this project.

This workshop will give you all the basics so you can create future braided strip projects from small placemats to larger floor rugs.

Teacher will contact students prior to class:  Yes 

Level:  No Experience – everyone welcome, no prior braiding experience required.     

Supply description:  Basic kit ($20) includes braid-aids, safety pins, rubber bands, lacing cord, & tapestry needle.  Basic kit + wool ($50) includes items listed above plus red, white and blue wool. Optional: table clamps for braiding will be available to borrow or purchase ($20).

Students Need to Bring:  Scissors with sharp tips, needle and thread.  Optional: if bringing your own wool, you will need: red and white wools: 1/2 yard each of 54-60” long wool fabric; and blue wool:  1/4 yard of 54-60” long wool fabric.