Diné weaver Lois A. Becenti will host a FREE Navajo Rug Weaving Class on the third Friday of every month beginning October 18th at the Main Library from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Ms. Becenti is a lifetime weaver from Coyote Canyon who learned about weaving from her mother as a child. Her interest and inspiration in weaving peaked after taking weaving classes at Ft. Wingate Boarding School.
Learn the fundamentals and techniques of rug weaving in the traditional Navajo style. Methods for improving weaving techniques as well as different rug designs and tools used will be discussed. Beginning and advanced weavers are welcome.
Email bmartin@gallupnm.gov or call 505-863-1291 for more information.