Zen Weaving: Create a Wabi-Sabi Tapestry in Dumbo

Weave a wabi-sabi tapestry using endless yarns on a loom in Brooklyn's Dumbo. Join Yukako, a 25-year weaving expert, as you explore Japanese textile arts and mindful creativity.

Listing highlights

What you’ll do

Brooklyn's own Dumbo neighborhood pulses with creativity. Steeped in artisanal craft, you'll discover Zen Weaving, an artistic practice rooted in Japanese wabi-sabi aesthetics. In a world bustling with noise, the art of weaving brings serene mindfulness and celebrates the beauty of imperfection. Unlike mass-produced textiles, this experience invites harmony and tranquility, manifesting the artist's true self in each thread. You'll shed daily distractions and step into a sanctuary of creativity.
This experience is hosted in English and Japanese.

4.98 out of 5 stars, from 455 reviews

Some reviews have been automatically translated.

Where we’ll meet

Loop of the Loom DUMBO
Brooklyn, New York, 11201, United States

About me

I'm Yukako, founder of Loop of the Loom and Zen Weaving. For over 25 years, I've shared freestyle weaving with tens of thousands worldwide, sparking joy and mindfulness. We offer Japanese textile arts and sustainable fiber arts to educate the local community. I also co-founded Intertwine Arts to share weaving with people with special needs and a diverse society, fostering inclusivity and creativity.
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Things to know

Guest requirements

Guests ages 6 and up can attend, up to 6 guests total.

Activity level

The activity level for this experience is light and the skill level is beginner.

What to bring

Socks or indoor shoes to wear in the shoe-free studio., BYO bag to take home your finished work, Drinking water if needed

What’s included

Art and craft supplies All supplies

Accessibility

Entrances wider than 81 centimetres, Mainly flat or levelled ground, Quiet retreat space available, No extreme sensory stimuli, Step-free access, Step-free bathroom available

Cancellation policy

Cancel at least 1 day before the start time for a full refund.

Art workshops are vetted for quality

Art workshops are led by artists, sculptors and other hosts who showcase what makes the city unique. Learn more
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Free cancellation

What you’ll do

Brooklyn's own Dumbo neighborhood pulses with creativity. Steeped in artisanal craft, you'll discover Zen Weaving, an artistic practice rooted in Japanese wabi-sabi aesthetics. In a world bustling with noise, the art of weaving brings serene mindfulness and celebrates the beauty of imperfection. Unlike mass-produced textiles, this experience invites harmony and tranquility, manifesting the artist's true self in each thread. You'll shed daily distractions and step into a sanctuary of creativity.
This experience is hosted in English and Japanese.

4.98 out of 5 stars, from 455 reviews

Some reviews have been automatically translated.

Where we’ll meet

Loop of the Loom DUMBO
Brooklyn, New York, 11201, United States

About me

I'm Yukako, founder of Loop of the Loom and Zen Weaving. For over 25 years, I've shared freestyle weaving with tens of thousands worldwide, sparking joy and mindfulness. We offer Japanese textile arts and sustainable fiber arts to educate the local community. I also co-founded Intertwine Arts to share weaving with people with special needs and a diverse society, fostering inclusivity and creativity.
To help protect your payment, always use Airbnb to send money and communicate with hosts.

Zen Weaving: Create a Wabi-Sabi Tapestry in Dumbo

Weave a wabi-sabi tapestry using endless yarns on a loom in Brooklyn's Dumbo. Join Yukako, a 25-year weaving expert, as you explore Japanese textile arts and mindful creativity.

Listing highlights

Things to know

Guest requirements

Guests ages 6 and up can attend, up to 6 guests total.

Activity level

The activity level for this experience is light and the skill level is beginner.

What to bring

Socks or indoor shoes to wear in the shoe-free studio., BYO bag to take home your finished work, Drinking water if needed

What’s included

Art and craft supplies All supplies

Accessibility

Entrances wider than 81 centimetres, Mainly flat or levelled ground, Quiet retreat space available, No extreme sensory stimuli, Step-free access, Step-free bathroom available

Cancellation policy

Cancel at least 1 day before the start time for a full refund.

Art workshops are vetted for quality

Art workshops are led by artists, sculptors and other hosts who showcase what makes the city unique. Learn more
See an issue?