SAORI SANTA CRUZ

Saori Santa Cruz is a Saori weaving studio, offering the following classes: weaving, learning how to spin fleece into yarn, dyeing, processing fibers and yarns for spinning or weaving, and how to sew and create garments. I am dedicated to helping develop creativity in children and adults and empowering them to find their true expression through hands-on individualized classes in: Saori weaving, spinning on spindles and wheels, dyeing, combing and carding fibers and unique techniques in garment sewing. No previous experience needed. Saori floor looms, Louet wheels, Louet drum carders, and sewing machines provided. Design and sew garments using your Saori weavings... Saori began when Misao Jo was 57 and wanted to weave a sash for her kimono. Her husband and sons built her a loom and her 84 yr old mother taught her to weave. She soon realized that mechanical predictable weaving was lacking in creativity and human expression. She started then to choose to experiment and added so called..