Need to get in touch with your artistic side? Loop of the Loom can help! But this is not one of those typical art classes in NYC–it’s an Upper East Side studio that offers a fun and relaxing, hands-on weaving experience.
Loop of the Loom sits on East 87th Street in the Upper East Side—a humble NYC workshop sunken from the sidewalk. Its door is shrouded by a vibrant, woven shade. This is clearly a weaver’s workspace–but you’ll rarely find only one weaver inside. In fact, chances are you will walk in on a class in session, or just see normal folks who like working on their own. And with sessions for both kids and adults, weaving in NYC becomes an activity for everyone.

Open the door and you’ve entered a weaver’s paradise. Looms await the anxious hands of beginners, hobbyists, and experts alike. But the yarn selection is what really catches the eye. 500 spindles of every color and texture offer limitless possibilities. Just learn the methods from the pros, and the rest is up to you.
If you’ve got children, this place is great for a weekly after school activity. Kids will develop the skills to spin and weave their own projects, and take them home to share. Loop of the Loom also offers their studio space for hosting birthday parties or other private events. Loop of the Loom is just one of many fun things to do in NYC with kids, so treat the whole family out for a day of arts and crafts.

So, whether you’ve never touched a loom or have been spinning for decades, Loop of the Loom will accommodate your level of expertise. And no matter if you have 2 hours free or a whole day to weave; there are flexible sessions that will fit your schedule. Learn the basics in the introductory class, then move on up to the advanced sessions where you can make clothing, ornaments, woven jewelry–you name it.

So sign up for a weaving class and bring home your new creations. Who knows—you might even discover your new hobby right in the studio. Loop of the Loom is one of the most exciting art studios in NYC—and a little something out of the ordinary. What is your favorite fun activity to do with the kids in NYC?
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Pleasant Write up, All the best
Pleasant Write up, All the best