Väv Immersion

An 8-week weaving intensive

co-sponsored by Fabric of Life & Vävstuga Weaving School

Dates offered 2025: Aug 11 – Oct 5

This in-depth program reinforces the historic lineage of Scandinavian hand weaving through a range of educational opportunities including: personalized instruction with master weavers, hands-on production of numerous textile projects, attendance at intimately-sized classes that focus on an extensive array of skills, and connection to Immersion alumni from past years to build out your network and for learning how to move into this field as a professional.

You will gain a deep cultural appreciation of the aesthetic and functional way of life within this tradition, and a commitment to enhancing your life and the lives of others with these skills. The knowledge gained from this experience creates a foundation for further professional opportunities such as museum work, production weaving, textile retail, and teaching. Ultimately, the preservation of the tradition, culture, and function of hand weaving for future generations is carried forward through this intensive program.

Detailed in our brochure:

  • The Program
  • The Community
  • The Culture
  • Potential Trips
  • The Cohort
  • The Staff
  • The Education
  • The Land
  • The Food
  • The Schedule
  • The Accommodations
  • The Costs
  • The Scholarships
  • Refund Policy
  • COVID Considerations
  • The Application
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“Being here has been amazing, and it will impact everything that I do as a weaver for the rest of my life.”

Our 2025 staff:

Becky AshendenMaster Weaver
Lisa HillMaster Weaver
Eva GaultneyProgram Support & Scandinavian Weaving Teacher

Prerequisites: None

Max enrollment: 6

Location: Barn Studio and Farmhouse

Course fee: $6,500 plus the cost of materials

Materials fee: can average up to $60/week

 

Scholarships: Thanks to the generosity of the Ddora Foundation, we are able to offer 2 full scholarships of $6,500 to individuals between ages 18–35, with preference given to applicants from historically marginalized communities, and 2 partial scholarships of $3,500 for any individual between ages 18–35. All scholarships are based on financial need and merit. Information on how to apply for a scholarship is listed on the program application.

 

Dates offered: Aug 11 – Oct 3

Early application deadline: Jun 27, 2025

Final application deadline: Jul 18, 2025

2025 Immersion Brochure
2025 Immersion Application

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