Beginning Weaving with Kallia Walkowiak 2026
Beginning Weaving with Kallia Walkowiak 2026
2026 Class Offerings:
Wednesday, February 25, 2026
Friday, April 17, 2026
Wednesday, May 27, 2026
Friday, October 2, 2026
Friday, November 6, 2026
(10 am-4 pm)
Class Fee: $200/ WMQFA Members (with member code); $225/Non Members
All materials needed are included in the class cost.
Workshop Description:
In this class you will learn to complete a small woven mat in a color of your choice in one lesson. You will learn to read a pattern, make a warp, thread a loom, choose a weft, weave an article, and secure ends. At the end of the class you will take home your work, a copy of the pattern you used and a new knowledge of the ancient art of weaving. Use of a Table Loom, warping boards and shuttles will be provided for use in the class.
Engage in dynamic, hands-on learning within an intimate, participant-focused class—capped at just four participants—to foster personalized instruction and meaningful collaboration.
*4-heddled table top looms, warping board, and shuttles are supplied for use during class.
(You may also bring your own 4 heddle table loom- with prior approval. Please email education@wiquiltmuseum.com to request approval.)
Recommended skill level for participants: Beginner
Age level of participants: 16+
Optional - Supply List
note-taking supplies
About the artist:
My name is Kallia Walkowiak, I’m 29 years old and I’ve been a fiber artist in one form or another for about 10 of those. I learned to weave from a local class several years ago, and it felt like coming home. I’ve incorporated weaving into my life as much as possible ever since. I find the steps meditative and it’s a great way to feel a connection to fiber history. I dove into teaching this craft as soon as I was able. I have a massive passion for both the individual process of weaving, as well as the insight it gives into what goes into making the textiles we take for granted in our everyday lives. I like to say that none of the steps of weaving are hard on their own, there’s just a lot of them. I know the process of getting started weaving can feel intimidating to new weavers, so I strive to keep the classes a relaxed and welcoming environment to people of all skill levels and
learning styles. I want to give space for people to feel comfortable learning (and making mistakes!) in my classes. We’re here to explore a beautiful craft, not stress ourselves out worrying over perfection in a new art form.
