Weaver

Michael Daitch

My Philosophy...
I have been a weaver for almost 50 years, for the past 25 I have had the opportunity to have had my own handweaving studio, Coat of Many Colors Handweavers. I love handweaving because it is an art form that has many sensory dimensions beyond the composition that engages more than the eye. Handweaving allows me to take my love of creating, fibers and teaching to an incredible level. I am one of only a handful or artists that actually teach tallit (prayer shawl) weaving in the country. I love sharing the art of handweaving with individual who wants to have this experience. And I teach handweaving and do demonstrations throughout the year. I strongly believe that with a little patience, encouragement, and special guiding hand anyone (young or old) can learn to weave with confidence and skill, and I have proven it time and again.


My Story...
I hold a B.F.A. in Art and Education from Eastern Michigan University and did a year of graduate work in Fibers and Education at Ohio State University. I retired early as a manager with Jewish Federation of Metro Detroit. I have my own weaving studio, Coat of Many Colors Handweavers, as well as teach private weaving classes and at several art galleries in Michigan. Four year’s ago, I decided to go back to work and I am a part-time paraprofessional in a private school. I am a member of two Fiber Guilds and demonstrate, teach and give talks on Judaic handweaving.