Workshop Info

Join Halyna Shepko and learn how to warp and create your own Ukrainian traditional handwoven sash or “kraika” using a backstrap loom. “Kraikas” were worn for protection wrapping the body and were considered sacred by Ukrainians.

In this workshop, Halyna will teach how to thread your looms, choose color combinations and design elements of various regions in Ukraine. Backstrap weaving uses your body to connect to your heddles and weaving, and you get to enjoy a holistic weaving experience.

Skill Level Required: All levels welcome.

Homework: N/A

Please email instructor with questions about workshop content: halynashepko@gmail.com

Note:  Images are a representation of the workshop project.  

 Masks are required in this workshop.

There is a material fee of $80 which is included in the registration fee.  

It includes:  rigid heddles, yarn, and clamps.  You get to keep it all!  As much as possible will be sourced from Ukraine, but given current climate, this may not be possible.

Students must bring: N/A

We also suggest bringing a battery operated light should you need additional lighting.

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