Loom Dancer Designs
Unique Odysseys for Adventurous Weavers
"Weaving Together Uncommon Journeys with Hands-On Experience"
As an avid explorer and a weaver, I feel there is a timeless connection between these two passions to explore. I have combined my travel industry expertise with my love and appreciation of weaving to create a new company, Loom Dancer Weaving Odysseys.
Each year, several journeys that focus on and explore the various weaving centers of the world are offered to adventurous weavers. These odysseys offer the discovery of colorful destinations combined with an opportunity for a "hands on" weaving experience in the style and tradition of that country. The trips are a small group, intimate travel experience limited to just a handful of weavers. Here's what will be offered in the near future...
Exploring the Textile Traditions of the Peruvian Highlands
The majesty of the Andes, awe-inspiring Machu Picchu, the Sacred Valley of the Incas, an ancient culture... these are just a few of the treasures that make Peru a wonderland for the traveler.
Teaming up with local legend Nilda Callanaupa Alvarez (author of Weaving in the Peruvian Highlands) and creator of the Centro de Textiles Tradicionales del Cusco, we will immerse ourselves in the ancient textile traditions of the Peruvian Highlands visiting remote weaving communities in the mountain villages surrounding Cusco including Chinchero and Chahuaytire. In the Sacred Valley, we will join the locals in hands-on backstrap weaving and natural dyeing workshops; explore indigenous markets, and visit the magnificent Incan ruins of Machu Picchu. Join us for this unique opportunity to mingle with, and learn from, these legendary incredible textile artists. The trip will also include visits to Cusco and Lima.
Trip Dates: October 10 - 20, 2011 SOLD OUT!
NEW DEPARTURE ADDED: MAY 14 - 24, 2012 ONLY 4 SPACES LEFT!
Optional 7 Day Extension to Lake Titicaca, the Condors of Colca Canyon and Arequipa!
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An Oaxaca Odyssey
Join us for the weaving journey of a lifetime into the cultural richness of Oaxaca, Mexico. This unique adventure includes meandering along the Textile and Crafts Routes of the Valley of Oaxaca, exploring its many archeological treasures, a visit to the Textile Museum in Oaxaca City and the opportunity to actually weave for five days with a master weaver trained in the Zapotec style of the cratft.
Trip Dates: May 13-22, 2010 SOLD OUT
December 1 - 10, 2011
GREAT FOR HOLIDAY SHOPPING!
10 Days
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Exploring Ecuador
Spectacular volcanoes, azure lakes, colorful indigenous markets, ancient cultures, unsurpassed local hospitality andincredible biodiversity from the Andes to the Amazon ~ Ecuador has it all packed into a small country. We will immerse ourselves in the magic of this remarkable land along with a chance to learn first-hand the local weaving traditions from a master weaver high in the Andes.
Trip Dates: July 6 - 16, 2012
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Guatemala
The Maya of Guatemala still live a peaceful and dignified life much as centuries gone by. They still weave in their ancient tradition as their ancestors did when discoverd in the early 1500's. Today, their unique tribal methods of weaving are passed along from generation to generation. Surrounded by towering volcanoes and colorful Mayan villages, we will weave with a family that embraces this ancient tradition.
Trip Dates: January, 2013
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