Lap Loom Weaving (In-Person) - Arts and Heritage St. Albert

Lap Loom Weaving (In-Person)

Grade(s): 1, 2, and 3

Location: Visual Art Studios at St. Albert Place (Art Gallery of St. Albert)

Program Delivery: In-Person

Duration: 1.5 Hours

Volunteers: 4–6 recommended

In ancient times, many households kept sheep, goats or camels and used their hair or wool to make clothing. Lap Looms are small, portable weaving tools used to speed up the process of moving one thread up and down through another thread to create a piece of woven fabric. Students will leave this workshop with a decorative fibre art wall hanging or coaster.


Curriculum

    • Art 
    • (1–Art) Explore form and function and develop decorative styles 
    • (2–Art) Communicate with visual symbols using a variety of media and techniques 
    • (3–Art) Use art to express feelings and ideas; look closely and focus on improvement 



    Student Outcomes

    • The weaving process helps to promote basic math concepts, fine motor control, dexterity, concentration, self-confidence and a sense of accomplishment
    • Students will gain a basic understanding of how wool is carded, spun into threads and then woven on a small loom
    • Students connect with world cultures and experience diversity


    Suggested Pairing

    • Exploring Art – Art Gallery of St. Albert 

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