Design and weave a one-of-a-kind table runner, placemat, or tote bag in this vibrant, full-day workshop. Guided by award-winning weaver Dahlia Popovits, you’ll explore color and composition using a rich palette of cotton strips and designer yarns. This soothing, small-group session is perfect for all skill levels. Learn the art of the rigid heddle loom and leave with a finished, handwoven piece!

All skill levels are welcome as you will be guided through every step of the process, the small group size allows for individual attention. As you begin to master the art of weaving throughout the day, you will also learn how the nature of this art form can be very soothing, a true de-stressor that will help you unwind as you work on a creative project. 

Bring a friend and craft a scarf as a meaningful handmade gift!

Instructor: Dahlia Popovits has been designing and weaving award winning clothing and accessories utilizing the finest natural materials, sourced from all over the world, for nearly 50 years. Her work can be seen at Dahlia Gallery in Boston, which features her handwoven clothing, as well as the work of various prominent textile artisans. She also exhibits at various national juried craft shows, including The Smithsonian Craft show, and teaches weaving at a variety of art centers in the Boston area. These include The Fuller Craft Museum, Worcester Craft Center, The Eliot School, Chatham Center for the Arts and Truro Center for the arts at Castle Hill.  

Age: 14+
Dates: Saturday, May 16, 2026
Time: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Materials: Your class fee includes use of a portable rigid heddle loom pre-warped and ready for weaving as well as an extensive variety of natural fibers to choose.
Materials Fee: For those interested in making a tote, please choose that price during the registration process as it includes an extra $10 to compensate for shipping. The tote will be finalized by the instructor and sent to your address. All others can choose the lower price option.

Not sure what to decide to make at this point? Pay the lower price and bring $10 with you to class in case you decide you do want to make a tote bag. 

HCA Policies: Please review our website's HCA Student Policies and Procedures here.

• Injury Waiver: You must agree to the HCA injury waiver to register for classes. 
  
  
• Photo Release Agreement: You can agree to the HCA's Photo Release Agreement during registration.
  
  
• Waiting List: If this class is sold out, it will say so below and will not allow you to register. If so, please add your name to our waitlist here. 

Scholarships: The HCA believes the arts are for everyone. Thanks to the generosity of the Dora Kishibay Garabedian Scholarship Fund and individual donations to our scholarship fund, we can assist children, teens, and adults who might not otherwise be able to afford classes. Assistance is awarded based on demonstrated need, motivation, and potential benefit to the student. Apply for a scholarship here.

MEMBERS SAVE ON CLASSES: Your membership helps the HCA change the lives of artists and art lovers through its nurturing faculty, state-of-the-art facility, and need-based scholarship program. We are pleased to offer 5% off class costs to HCA Members from the Insider–Plus LEVEL and up.

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