Example of band weaving with pick-up patterns. Photograph by Dorothee Olthof.Band weaving is a technique of weaving sturdy, narrow, larger bands that can serve as a belt, sling or a solid start for a large fabric. Finds from the Stone Age show that the technique has a long history. Ethnography teaches that technology is applied worldwide.
During the workshop we look at examples from different times and from different places. Subsequently, the participants learn to put on a ribbon fabric, weave simple pick-up patterns and possible finishes of bands. They also receive advice for weaving as neatly and evenly as possible.
In principle, participants do not need to bring anything with them, but if you have a weaving frame of your own, you can of course bring it (please indicate when registering).
This Friday morning workshop is given by Dorothee Olthof, an expert in the field of archaeological textiles and in the reconstruction of medieval and later clothing.
- Date: Wednesday, 2nd of September 2026.
- Time: 10.00 - 13.00 pm.
- Location: Textile Research Centre, Boerhaavelaan 6, 2334 EN, Leiden.
- Instructor: Dorothee Olthof.
- Language: Dutch/English.
- Costs: 45 euros. Equipment / coffee / tea are provided. Max. number of participants: 8.
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