Welcome to the Octagon!

We are a group of weavers and fiber enthusiasts from a range of backgrounds united by our love of fiber arts. We convene and weave in the Albert S. Potter House, an octagon-shaped historic home in what is now known as Carolina Village, Rhode Island. We offer a comprehensive weaving study program, individualized instruction, workshops, and a Master Weaver Certification program facilitated by Master Weaver Jan Doyle.

What We Offer:

• Individualized instruction from Master Weaver Jan Doyle

• Exclusive use of a well-maintained loom and all necessary equipment

• Access to extensive weaving library

• Annual dye day

• A community of weavers

• First look at workshops, dye days, and other special events!

• Free monthly discussion groups - “Date with Drafting” and “Wine and Weaving”

• Use of studio during open hours as well as private access during closed times.

Carolina Fiber Center Rates

Associate Membership - $50/year

Weaving Class - $275/semester (10 week class)

Private Consultation

• At Octagon House - $25/hour

• Home Consult - $50 for first hour, $25/hour thereafter

Master Weaving Program

• Included in class fee for session students

• Off site students - $300 per level, payable in advance

Learn to weave!

The next semester begins January 15, 2022!

Learn to weave! If you’d like to join the Octagon House for the Winter 2022 semester, please contact us via the form below.

Normally we’d invite you to drop in during studio hours, but due to COVID-19, we are taking every precaution to keep our weavers safe. If you are interested in joining our group, please contact us through this website to arrange for a tour of the facility.

Hours: Tues, Weds, Thurs & Sat, 9 AM - 1PM

Contact Us

Carolina fiber center

5 Carolina Main St
Richmond, RI 02891