TextileLab: Workshops
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TC2 Introduction: Hybrid Course
This hybrid course led by our Textile Lab Team, Sarah Finkle and Alissa Estivariz, will offer both an online introduction and on-site teaching to the TC2 loom in the Textile Lab at the Icelandic Textile Center in Blönduós.
The online session will focus on the basics of creating digital files in Photoshop and building a library of weave structures. This is intended as a preparation to create your own samples from scratch and maximising your weaving time on-site. In order to participate Adobe Photoshop is required to have on your own computer. After two weeks participants will work hands-on on both the TC2 Looms to create their own samples.
The Icelandic Textile Center has two TC2 digital looms located at the Textile Lab. One is 12 threads/cm, and the other is 18 threads/cm, both of which are well-suited for artistic weaving, home textiles, and all kinds of textile design.
The course fee is ISK 50,000. Warp is included in the cost but please bring your own weft material. We do have a small yarn shop at the Textile Lab, however selection is limited.
The warp yarn for the course is black and white mercerized cotton, size 16/2, so most types of weft yarns (wool, cotton, linen, etc.) are suitable.
Spots are limited, so please book yours by 7th of April!
Online session: 28th of April from 16-18 (GMT).
Onsite session: 16th of May from 9-17 and 17th of May 9-15.
After the course you will be able to:
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Create digital files in Photoshop for TC2 Programme
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Build weave structures and have your own library
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Edit and prepare images or graphics for pattern fills
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Operate the TC2 Loom for weaving, including configuration, weaving, tabby function, ratio and tension tests
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Go home with your own woven samples (max. 2 colour weft)
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Book our next advanced TC2 course and book a slot for our TC2 Sample Loom in our Textile Lab.
Accommodation is not included, but can be arranged. Please contact us via textillab@textilmidstod.is.
We look forward to seeing you!
Sarah and Alissa
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Open Booking: April 29
Open Booking at the TextileLab
🗓 Last Wednesday in April I 29.02. 16:00 - 18:00
Our Open Booking Wednesdays are open to everyone who wants to work in the TextileLab. Whether you’d like to use the space, explore our machinery, or get to know our tools and techniques.
This session is especially designed for people (and/or groups) who cannot access the TextileLab during our regular opening hours. It’s a great opportunity to work on your own projects, experiment, and become familiar with our equipment and creative possibilities.
Our team, Alissa and Sarah, will be present to support you, answer questions, and help you get started or move forward with your work. You’re welcome to bring your own materials or use what’s available in the lab.
Costs:
Machine usage and material costs are calculated at the end of the session, based on what you use. The pricelist can be found on our website as well as at the Lab itself.Whether you’re a beginner, want to visit us with your friends, family or are an experienced maker, you’re warmly welcome to join us and make use of the TextileLab. Please register below as there are only 7 spaces.
✨ Come by, explore, and create!
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Open Booking: March 25
Open Booking at the TextileLab
🗓 Last Wednesday in March I 25.03, 16:00 - 18:00.
Our Open Booking Wednesdays are open to everyone who wants to work in the TextileLab. Whether you’d like to use the space, explore our machinery, or get to know our tools and techniques.
This session is especially designed for people - and/or groups - who cannot access the TextileLab during our regular opening hours. It’s a great opportunity to work on your own projects, experiment, and become familiar with our equipment and creative possibilities.
Our team, Alissa and Sarah, will be present to support you, answer questions, and help you get started or move forward with your work. You’re welcome to bring your own materials or use what’s available in the lab.
Costs:
Machine usage and material costs are calculated at the end of the session, based on what you use. The pricelist can be found on our website as well as at the Lab itself.Whether you’re a beginner, want to visit us with your friends, family or are an experienced maker, you’re warmly welcome to join us and make use of the TextileLab. Please register here as there are only 7 spaces available!
✨ Come by, explore, and create!
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Embroidery Course: April 15
📅 Wednesday, April 15, 16:00–18:00, in the TextileLab:
Join us for a hands-on introduction to machine embroidery using our Husqvarna and Brother embroidery machines. You’ll learn the basics of:
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Editing and preparing images or text for embroidery
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Using mySewnet software (for the Husqvarna machine)
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Using the open-source program Inkscape (for the Brother machine)
Please bring your own laptop if possible so you can work directly in the software Inkscape. We recommend preparing images or ideas in advance that you’d like to embroider onto your own clothing or onto fabric we provide.
✨ Tip: If you attend our Felting Course beforehand, you can bring your felted piece and embroider directly onto it.
During the session, we’ll prepare embroidery files together, and each participant will complete at least one stitched piece. The course is suitable for both beginners and those with prior embroidery experience. Feel free to ask questions via textillab@textilmidstod.is, we are happy to assist with any advice or recommendations.
⏱️ Please note: Due to the short session length, we focus on small test pieces rather than long embroidery projects. For more time-intensive work, we recommend booking one of our Open Booking Wednesdays.
Your registration fee includes:
- All essential materials: backing paper, Gunold embroidery yarn in various colours, and pre-cut fabric (up to 240 × 180 mm).
- Guidance and creative support throughout the session
You’re also welcome to bring your own fabrics or fibers to personalize your work.
✨ Spaces are limited — reserve your spot early!
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Tufting Course: April 22
Tufting Workshop in the TextileLab
Get ready to dive into the colorful world of tufting in this creative, hands-on workshop! You’ll learn to use both cut and loop tufting guns while working on a 70×80 cm frame with a 1×1 m tufting canvas — all materials included.
📅 Wednesday, 22.04., 16:00–18:00
Your registration fee covers:
• Tufting canvas (primary cloth)
• Glue and basic yarn
You’re also welcome to bring your own yarns to add a personal touch or experiment with unique textures and colors.Whether you’re a complete beginner or an experienced tufter looking to refine your technique, this workshop offers a fun and supportive environment to explore design, color, and texture while creating your own tufted piece.
✨ Spaces are limited — reserve your spot early!
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Tufting Course: March 18
Tufting Workshop in the TextileLab
Get ready to dive into the colorful world of tufting in this creative, hands-on workshop! You’ll learn to use both cut and loop tufting guns while working on a 70×80 cm frame with a 1×1 m tufting canvas — all materials included.
📅 Wednesday, 18.03., 16:00–18:00
Your registration fee covers:
• Tufting canvas (primary cloth)
• Glue and basic yarn
You’re also welcome to bring your own yarns to add a personal touch or experiment with unique textures and colors.Whether you’re a complete beginner or an experienced tufter looking to refine your technique, this workshop offers a fun and supportive environment to explore design, color, and texture while creating your own tufted piece.
✨ Spaces are limited — reserve your spot early!
PricesPrice15.000 kr. -
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