Tablet weaving (also known as card weaving) is an old technique for weaving strong, narrow and colourful bands. Already before Roman times. people used this technique to weave beautiful bands with patterns.
Card woven band from Bolivia, 20th century (TRC.2020.2778).
During the workshop we look at examples from different times and different places. Then the participants learn how to card weave themselves. They also receive advice to weave as neatly and evenly as possible.
In principle, participants do not have to bring anything, but if you have weaving cards yourself, you can of course bring them. Please indicate when registering if you can bring your own cards, so that the teacher knows how many to provide.
This Wednesday morning workshop is given by Dorothee Olthof, an expert in the field of archaeological textiles and the reconstruction of medieval and later clothing.
- Date: Wednesday, 18 March 2026.
- Time: 10.00 - 13.00 pm.
- Venue: TRC Leiden, Boerhaavelaan 6, 2334 EN, Leiden.
- Teacher: Dorothee Olthof.
- Language: Dutch and/or English.
- Costs: 45 euros. Coffee, tea and materials are provided.
- Maximum number of participants: Maximum 10, minimum 4. If the minimum number of participants is reached, confirmation and invoices shall be sent.
The tablet weaving workshop is full.
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