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Carpet Weaving Workshops
Excited to announce our upcoming Persian Carpet Weaving Workshops at Meridian Arts Centre in Toronto!
Join us for a fun evening of weaving and spending time together!
Dates: November. 3rd and 17th, 2026
Time: 5:30 PM - 7:00 PM (1.5 hours each)
Location: Meridian Arts Centre
What you’ll get:
- Learn and try traditional Persian carpet weaving
- Learn about Persian carpets and common motifs
- Work with colorful yarns and traditional patterns
- Enjoy a fun, hands-on experience in a friendly atmosphere
- Meet new people and weave together!
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Textile Museum- Threads of Belonging - Persian Carpet Weaving
This workshop has been developed exclusively for Immigrant, Refugee, and Newcomer participants, with thanks to Toronto Arts Council Funding via their Newcomer and Refugee Arts Engagement program.
In this collaborative three-hour workshop, participants will be introduced to the traditional practice of Persian carpet weaving through a shared loom. Working in small groups of two people, participants will learn the foundations of carpet weaving and take turns contributing to the same woven piece. Rather than each participant creating a separate object, the workshop invites participants to experience what it means to make something together.
The shared loom becomes a space for conversation and collaboration. Participants must observe one another, take turns, support each other, and gradually learn to work in rhythm. The carpet grows through their collective efforts. Traditional carpet weaving can be understood as a metaphor for community itself. A single knot may seem small and insignificant, but thousands of knots together become something strong, meaningful, and beautiful.
By the end of the workshop, participants will:
- Understand the basic structure and process of Persian carpet weaving
- Gain insight into the history and cultural significance of Persian carpets
- Experience working collaboratively on a shared loom
- Build connections with other participants through shared creative practice
This is a beginner-friendly workshop with no previous weaving experience required. All materials and step-by step guidance will be provided.
Dates: October 31, 2026
Time: 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM (3 hours)
Location: Textile Museum
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Summer Threads: Persian Kilim Weaving Workshop
Join us at the Orkid Gallery Collection for a cozy summer gathering filled with colorful kilim weaving, refreshing conversations, and good energy. No previous experience is required; just bring yourself and your creativity!
What you’ll get:
- Step-by-step guidance from an experienced instructor
- All materials provided
- Your own unique handmade kilim to take home
Slow down, sip, weave, and connect. Make memories, create something beautiful, and enjoy a perfect summer afternoon. Spaces are limited. We can’t wait to weave with you!
Dates: July. 15th and 29th, 2026
Time: 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM (2 hours each)
Location: Orkid Gallery Collection
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