I took the Rio Grande weaving class at Convergence 2010 with Karen Martinez. It was a well-designed class, and we finished a generously-sized rug while learning four different wefting techniques on traditional Rio Grande looms and using the unique open-sided shuttle. I loved weaving on this loom, and liked that the project design reinforced the skills we were learning several times throughout the project.
If you want to read more about the experience, visit chat > "New Mexico...We're Here" for more photos of the looms and the class experience.
Have you cut your fringe? Traditional Rio Grande style rugs have shorter fringe as I recall, but I'm not sure HOW much shorter.
This is lovely! I'm hoping to start a Navajo weaving in the next day or two. Took a class last week, and it's very intriguing......
