Weaving

Heidi Lichterman

Heidi Lichterman is a contemporary British weaver who makes large scale wall hangings and smaller, wearable woven scarves.

Look at the wall hangings and investigate the materials that the artist uses as well as the colours and patterns that she weaves.

Lois Bryant is and American weaver who uses complex weave structures in an effort to show mood and mystery in her work. She enjoys the technical challenge of the pieces she makes, starting her ideas on the computer or with a pencil and paper, collage and photography.

Encourage the children to use similar colours and patterns in their own weaving.

Eleanor Pritchard

Eleanor Pritchard is a young British weaver who takes her inspiration from the landscape.

Look at pictures of her work to see if the colours and patterns remind the children of aspects of the countryside. Alternatively, show the children the