This workshop offers an immersive experience in the world of artisanal weaving. Participants will explore the materials (natural fibers and paper) and their properties, as well as the fundamental principles of textile construction. By learning technical techniques (warp setup, warp-weft interlacing) and exploring basic weaves, they will develop a creative approach that combines colors, textures, and patterns. The course alternates between theoretical instruction, hands-on experimentation, and the creation of woven objects.

By the end of the course, participants will be able to:

• Understand the fundamental principles of weaving (warp, weft, basic weaves)
• Identify and select appropriate materials (natural fibers, paper, threads) based on their properties
• Set up a warp and use a simple loom
• Design textile patterns by creating their own weaves
• Create a three-dimensional woven object

The workshop introduces the basics of artisanal weaving by exploring its history, fundamental principles (warp and weft), and basic weave patterns (plain weave, twill, satin). Participants explore different materials, including natural fibers and paper, to understand their properties and uses.

A creative approach is developed through drawing weaves on graph paper to create a weave notebook and building a personal creative world. Participants experiment with colors, patterns, and material combinations to define a visual concept.

Experiments in off-loom weaving help participants understand textile structures before putting their knowledge into practice on a loom built during the course.
Trainees then carry out a personal weaving project, including warp setup, material selection, and the creation of a three-dimensional object (candleholder, trinket box, or basket).

Schedule

Day 1 Introduction and Basics

Morning and Afternoon

• Introduction to the workshop and the work of Hanako Stubbe
• Introduction to weaving and its fundamentals
• Introduction to materials (natural fibers, paper)
• Study of basic weaves (plain weave, twill, satin)
• Drawing weaves on graph paper

Day 2: Experimentation and Design

Morning and afternoon

• Off-loom weaving with paper strips
• Exploration of textures and patterns
• In-depth study of weaves and effects
• Designing your own weaves
• Defining a personal project

Day 3 Production and preparation

Morning and afternoon

• Building the loom frame
• Choosing materials and colors
• Setting up the warp
• First attempts at weaving on the loom

Day 4 Creating the woven piece

Morning and afternoon

• Flat weaving and experiments with interlacing
• Construction of the woven object (candleholder or basket)
• Beginning of finishing touches

Day 5 Finalization and opening

Morning

• Finishing touches and securing
• Photo shoot of the creations
• Review and ideas for further experimentation after the workshop
• Tidying up the workshop

Hanako Stubbe

Hanako Stubbe is a textile designer and artisan weaver. Trained at ENSCI-Les Ateliers and ENSAAMA Olivier de Serres, she is currently a resident at the Ateliers de Paris incubator (class of 2024–2026).
Her practice revolves around the creation of wall hangings and hand-woven pieces, custom-made for interior design projects. She develops delicate, sensory work centered on the architecture of fabric, the construction of colors, and the exploration of materials.

In her works, the structures of the textile—warp and weft, interplay of threads, and layering of materials—become a true language. What remains invisible to the naked eye is revealed through gesture and scale, transforming weaving into a medium for both expression and transmission.
Mindful of the origin of her materials, she prioritizes ethical and sustainable French production, collaborating notably with manufacturers certified as Entreprise du Patrimoine Vivant (Living Heritage Company), such as Filature Fonty. She also explores bio-based materials, as evidenced by her research on seaweed conducted with Samuel Tomatis.

Her recent travels and encounters with Japanese craftsmanship have led her to incorporate washi paper into her weavings, opening new avenues of experimentation for lighting fixtures and decorative textiles where artisanal traditions and contemporary design engage in dialogue.
Her work is rooted in a collaborative dynamic with designers, artisans, fabric manufacturers, and interior architects. Among her recent projects are a collaboration with feather artist Maud Ruby presented at “Oui Design New York” with Villa Albertine, a project with Samuel Tomatis and Decathlon Advanced Design, as well as collaborations with the Japanese firms Maekawa Inden and Domyo as part of the Edo Tokyo Kirari program, for which she was awarded in 2025.

www.hanakostubbe.com

• Classroom, multipurpose room, workshops with professional equipment
• Supply of materials
• Individual and collaborative work
• Workshop-based learning
• Active participation and hands-on experimentation by participants are encouraged

• Group and personalized progress tracking, regular updates
• Self-assessment of technical skills
• Group presentation
• Attendance sheet by half-day
• Certificate of completion issued by Campus MaNa