| Details | For thousands of years, women of the Peruvian Andes have carried on the tradition of backstrap weaving: a simple but elegant practice using a loom that wraps around the weaver’s waist. Their designs, using natural dyes and ancient techniques, are inspired by Andean flora and fauna, astronomy, and society. In 1996, Nilda Callañaupa Alvarez co-founded the Center for Traditional Textiles of Cusco, ensuring the sustainability of this rich tradition while empowering local artisans.
For this workshop, registered participants will receive a materials kit in the mail, including assorted backstrap looms and wool yarn. Callañaupa will guide attendees through the process, from tying and comfortably positioning the loom to picking up a pattern. By the end of the workshop, guests will have started a collection of beautiful Peruvian patterns.
Registration for this workshop is full. Find more details and register on Eventbrite. AccessibilityLive real-time captioning (CART) and American Sign Language interpretation can be provided by request. You will be able to indicate your request when you register on Eventbrite. 2021 Smithsonian Folklife Festival This year, the Festival presents “Beyond the Mall: Making Matters,” a weekend series of online events that explore and celebrate the role of artisans in cultural sustainability. See the full schedule. |
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