Captured from last night’s opening reception: A world of natural dyes and masterful textures. 🌿. We are honored to host a solo exhibition by Nikita Jain. Her collection features stunning large-scale quilts inspired by Pojagi, alongside unique indigo and Kasuri weaves that showcase her profound expertise in traditional textile arts.🗓 On View: Now – May 31st
📍 Loop of the Loom - Dumbo Studio
197 Plymouth Street, Brooklyn, NY. Come experience the serenity and intricate craft of Nikita’s work in person. #TextileArt #NaturalDyes #Pojagi #IndigoDye #Kasuri
Patched Places
A small body of work on memory, repair, and home.
Fragments that are patched, remembered, reassembled.
On view 7th–31st May with @loopoftheloom
Opening reception: 7 May, 6–8pm @art_dumbo
When was the last time you truly put your phone away? 📵✨
In a city that never stops, finding a moment of pure silence is the ultimate luxury. Our All-Day ‘Zen Weaving’ Session isn’t just about weaving fabric—it’s about weaving a piece of yourself.
“I could stay here all day!”
We hear this from so many of our guests. From the rhythmic sound of the loom to the tactile joy of choosing each yarn, this is Meditation in Motion.
Whether you’re sharing this creative journey with a partner, a parent, or simply your own thoughts, the result is the same: A sense of profound release and a beautiful masterpiece that carries the memory of your time.
Come for the craft. Stay for the peace. 🧘
Book Your All Day Zen Session
Experience the art of Zen Weaving in the heart of NYC.
📍 UES Studio: 227 E 87th St, #E, New York
📍 Dumbo Studio: 197 Plymouth St, Brooklyn
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#LoopoftheLoom #ZenWeaving #NYCExperience #digitaldetox
Book a side-by-side class at our URS or DUMBO studio. Or surprise your mom, wife or partner with a Zen Weaving Gift Certificate. Perfectly for a solo escape she can schedule at her own convenience. We’ll take care of the rest!
Happy Mother’s Day! Happy Weaving!
#zenweaving #mothersdaynyc #mothersdaygift #experiencegift #uniquegift
Visit or Shop! This Weekend: Japanese Sashiko Exhibition & Pop-Up this weekend (4/18-19)
We will be showcasing a stunning collection of hand-stitched tapestries and garments, including their latest release of custom denim pants.
For our fellow Sashiko enthusiasts, we are hosting a curated pop-up shop featuring rare supplies from @upcyclestitches .
Our studio will be open from 10am to 6pm. See you soon!
#dumboopenstudios
#sashiko
#textileart
#mending
#boro
This Weekend: Explore Japanese Sashiko🪡 2-Day Exhibition & Pop-Up
by Keiko and Atsushi Futatsuya
at Loop of the Loom - Dumbo
10am-6pm
Spring is here, and so is one of the most exciting art weekends in Brooklyn! We are thrilled to invite you to our studio as part of the annual Dumbo Open Studios. This weekend, the neighborhood will be alive with art and creativity, and we have prepared something truly special for you.
The Exhibition:
Witness the profound beauty of Japanese Sashiko stitching through the works of Mother & Son Collaboration. We will be showcasing a stunning collection of hand-stitched tapestries and garments, including their latest release of custom denim pants.
Sashiko is meant to be experienced. We invite you to see, touch, and feel the weight of tradition—and discover how these "living textiles" are designed to be worn and cherished in daily life.
The Pop-Up Shop:
For our fellow Sashiko enthusiasts, we are hosting a curated pop-up shop featuring rare supplies from Upcycle Stitches:
- Hand-dyed Sashiko threads
- Authentic needles and traditional "Nigiri-basami" (Japanese thread snips)
- Selection of books and Sashiko kits
- Rare kimono scraps and hand-woven "hagire" for your boro projects
- Indigo-dyed sashiko cloths
- Small Sashiko products (bags, pouches, etc.)
These materials are difficult to find outside of Japan—don't miss this chance to stock up for your own creative journey.
Workshop Update:
Our workshops led by Atsushi Futatsuya are now fully booked!
Part of the Dumbo Open Studios weekend—be sure to explore the many other talented artists and galleries opening their doors throughout the district! We look forward to seeing then! #sashiko #textilearts #japanesetextilearts #boro #mending
Spring is the season of creation. Step into our studios and lose yourself in the rhythm of the loom. Classes, workshops, and beautiful yarns are waiting for you at both our UES and Dumbo locations.
Let’s weave the colors of spring together. 🌈
#weavingclass #ZenWeaving #NYCEvents #CreativeCommunity #FiberArts
Handspun yarn is twisted into yarn by hand using a spinning wheel or drop spindle rather than industrial machine. it’s about the imperfections that make it special, the warmth it brings, and the human connection. It’s one-of-a-kind yarn with a heartbeat.
After previously creating many tapestries using soft, fluffy fibers, she wove a new style of tapestry. Creativity is endless!
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#advancedclass
#weavingclass
#textileart
#tapestry
Sharing a glimpse into my two-week journey through Japan. 🇯🇵✨
My textile explorations led me to Kurashiki, where I visited the historic Hashimaya—a former kimono merchant’s residence—for an exhibition of Ako Dantsu by Ako Gabbeh. To be honest, this was a world I didn’t know much about until a friend introduced me to its dedicated weavers.
What is Dantsu & Gabbeh?
Dantsu is a unique Japanese hand-woven rug. While influenced by Persian and Chinese techniques, it evolved into something uniquely Japanese—woven with cotton threads dyed in indigo and other natural plant-based colors.
Since the Meiji era, these luxurious rugs have been cherished by the Imperial Family and the elite, adorning tea houses and grand estates.
What fascinated me most was “Ako Gabbeh”—a modern evolution of this craft. By using the same traditional techniques but these weavers create beautiful “chair rugs” design, dyeing and weave. They fit perfectly on contemporary furniture, like Eames chairs, bringing a touch of Japanese soul into modern homes.
We are thrilled to announce that Loop of the Loom will be featuring Ako Gabbeh at this year’s New York Textile Month! Stay tuned as we bring the intricate beauty and soft texture of this Japanese craft to our studio.
#AkoDantsu #japanesetextiles #handwoven #indigo #moderncraft