ABK WEAVING CENTER

Where weavers weave their dreams

ABK Weaving Center is located in Milwaukee, WI. Classes are offered through Milwaukee Recreation and workshops are offered through Wisconsin Handweavers, Inc.

ABK Weaving Center offers classes through Milwaukee Recreation. To sign up, visit Milwaukee Recreation at https://mkerec.net. If you have any questions please email Carole Grandaw.

ABK Weaving Center Spring 2026 classes will run from March 16th to May 14th. There will be no classes from March 30 through April 3. Registration for city of Milwaukee residents opens at 10:00 a.m. on Thursday, February 26th and on March 5th for non-residents.

SPRING 2026 CLASSES

Weaving Basics and Beyond: Weavers who have already taken a class at ABK can continue the learning process by developing more advanced weaving skills and planning more complex projects. Supply fee is based on materials used. BEGINNERS ARE NOT PERMITTED TO ENROLL IN BASICS AND BEYOND CLASSES - this is only for returning students. Activity code: 4RAE6905

Monday 9:30-12:00 / section code GS01 / Mar 16-May 11 / Instructor: Naomi Holthaus
Monday 6:00-8:30/ section code GS06 / Mar 16-May 11 / Instructor: Carly Neil
Tuesday 3:00-5:30 / section GS02 / Mar 17-May 12 / Instructor: Jacquie Crema
Tuesday 6:00-8:30 / section GS03 / Mar 17-May 12 / Instructor: Jacquie Crema
Wednesday 12:00-3:00 / section GS07 / Mar 18-May 6 / Instructor: Judy Larsen
Thursday 6:00-8:30 / section GS04 / Mar 19-May 14 / Instructor: Lynn Sbonik

Weaving Beginner Basics: Beginners will learn to warp the loom and weave a sampler of patterns. Participants will be introduced to pattern and draft weaving as well as project planning. Weavers must complete their first project within the 8-week session. Returning beginners will be able to hone their skills by making a scarf or table runner. Weavers may repeat this class as many times as they like but will be limited to these two projects. A supply fee of $10 (cash only) is due to the instructor at the first class. Activity code: 4RAE6959

Monday 6:00-8:30 / section code GS01 / Mar 16-May 11 / Instructor: Kallia Walkowiak
Wednesday 9:30-12:30 / section code GS03 / Mar 18-May 6 / Instructor: Judy Larsen
Wednesday 6:00-8:30 / section code GS04 / Mar 18-May 13 / Instructor: Carly Neil
Thursday 6:00-8:30 / section code GS05 / Mar 19-May 14 / Instructor: Kallia Walkowiak

Tapestry Weaving: This class is open to those with no tapestry experience, those who know the basics but want to learn more, and advanced weavers wanting to gather with like-minded weavers to share tapestry experience. Bring a small tapestry loom to class or rent one from the ABK Weaving Center. A $5 cash only supply fee is due to the instructor at the first class. Activity code: 4RAE6919

Tuesday 9:30-12:00 / section code GS01 / Mar 17-May 12 / Instructor: Peggy MacArthur

Project Planning for Weavers-Breaking Away From the Recipe: Want to develop your own project but overwhelmed with where to start? Join this three-session class to learn how to brainstorm, source patterns, choose colors and materials, and calculate project specifications for woven projects. Come with inspiration or start from scratch. Activity code: 4RAE6940

Tuesday 6:00-8:00 / section code GS01 / Apr 28-May 12 / Instructor: Carly Neil

Intro to Bobbin Lace: Bobbin lace is a form of weaving that dates back to the 16th century. New students will learn how to wind the bobbins (warp), three basic stitches, and read a pattern. Supplies for this class are provided by the instructor. A refundable supply fee of $55 is due to the instructor at the first class and will be refunded when the supplies are returned. Activity code: 4RAE6911

Monday 1:00-3:00 / section code GS01 / Mar 16-May11 / Instructor: Naomi Holthaus

Beginner Knitting: Learn the basics of knitting. Participants will learn how to cast yarn on and off their needles, various knit and purl combinations, and the necessary skills to continue on with the art of knitting. Please bring size US 9 circular 16” needles and worsted weight yarn to class. Activity code: 4RAE6972

Monday 6:00-8:00 / section code GS01 / Apr 13-Apr 27 / Instructor: Ann Junker

Not Your Grandma’s Knitting: Basic knitting skills (ability to cast-on, knit, purl, and bind off) are required to take this class. Participants will learn to make a project utilizing basic techniques. Cables in the fall, felting in the winter & color work in the spring. Knitters will be contacted via email prior to the start of the class and given the choice of two projects. A supply list for each project will be provided in the email. Activity code: 4RAE6903

Wednesday 5:00-7:00 / section code GS01 / Mar 18-May 13 / Instructor: Ann Junker