strings & things: FINGER LOOP BRAIDING

Saturday, 3/24: 1 - 4 PM

Braided laces and cords are everywhere–shoelaces, hoodie strings, bolo ties, bookmarks, lamp pull cords, and more. Why go with the “blah” default cords when there is a whole world of loop braiding to explore? Finger loop braiding is a technique used for at least 2500 years to make durable lacing for clothing, as well as decorative drawstrings for pouches. 

  • Tuition: $45 per participant

  • Materials Fee: $10 to be paid to instructor.

  • Optional Tools to Bring: All tools will be provided by instructor.

  • Age / Ability Level: This class is for beginners. Minimum age 16; 12 with an adult.

  • In class, you’ll learn the basics and beyond of creating finger loop braids for use in everyday life. Bring in an item with a cord that you want to jazz up! Whether you’re completely new to the world of braiding or a former friendship bracelet queen, there’s a finger loop braid calling your name!

  • CENTER FOR PEOPLE AND CRAFT is committed to building a diverse, inclusive learning community where people of all backgrounds feel welcome and able to participate. As we launch our first workshop series, we are dedicating space in each class for reduced-tuition scholarships to support anyone facing financial barriers. As we build a more robust scholarship program, we hope this initial launch will remove barriers and expand access to hands-on learning for all.

    Anyone with financial need is encouraged to apply for a half-tuition scholarship. To be considered, please submit a brief online application. Please note that CENTER FOR PEOPLE AND CRAFT is operating with limited financial resources and an entirely volunteer staff. Therefore, we cannot guarantee a spot for every applicant. Each class has one scholarship slot available. Applicants who are not selected in this current round are welcome to reapply.  Apply here

  • Description text goes herPC is able to provide refunds up to two weeks before the start date of the class for which the registration was submitted, though we do retain a $20 fee for return payment processing. If you need to cancel your class within the two week window, a refund is not guaranteed, but will be considered based on several factors.

    If CPC needs to cancel a class due to low enrollment, teacher illness, or other factors, you will receive a full refund. Read our full set of policies.

meet your instructor

Riley Kleve is a nonbinary textile artist and educator creating collaborative work in community-led settings. Their work in weaving, handspinning, and embroidery draws from history to create a queerer vision for the future of textiles. Some recent highlights include weaving felted pins and inviting viewers to name them based on gender feelings they evoke, creating a co-woven tapestry with over 110 attendees at a dusk-till-dawn arts festival, and facilitating drop-in LGBT craft nights. Riley has a self-directed BA in craft from Hampshire College and is a 2024-26 Resident Artisan at North House Folk School.