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Upcoming Classes

Introduction to Weaving: Scarf

Tuesdays Mar 4th, 11, 18th, 26th, April 1, 8 and 15th.
5:30 - 7:30

​Learn how to plan a project, wind the warp, dress the loom, and weave on a multiple harness loom, all while weaving a scarf. Work 2 colors and do an intricate pattern as shown in the gallery here, or, pik a colorful yarn and weave a simple twill for a wonderful tweed effect!

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From figuring out how much yarn you need to troubleshooting tension issues or broken threads, establishing good weaving technique for the best selvedges, to hemstitching or other possible "finishes" to your piece, I"ll walk you thru every aspect of the weaving process during this class.

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READ ABOUT CLASS DETAILS WE supply a 4 harness floor loom for you to use during the class so you do not need any equipment, or previous knowledge to join us. You'll have a pick of yarns and among several different patterns to choose from for your scarf. I'll walk you thru everything you need to learn to weave. From planning a project to winding the warp, dressing the loom, getting good selvedges, troubleshooting problems and even finishing steps! There is no possibility for you to "make up" a class outside of hours if you miss one, so please don't register if you will be out of town for any of the class dates. Class fee includes instruction, extensive handouts and use of the loom: $250 You'll need to purchase your materials for the project the first night of class - so that cost depends on your choices but it could be around $25. Dlass size limited to 4.

Introduction to Wet Felting

Sat Mar 22nd 10 - 5

Learn all about the traditional method of wet felting - from the types of wools used and the differences in how they felt or what sort of project each is better suited for, to learning several of the techniques for laying out wisps of wool to create the fabric of your desired thickness and design. And you'll learn how to felt around a "resist", the basic method for creating a 3-D piece like a vessel, mitten, slipper, hat, boot or garment.

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I'm still deciding what the "project" will be, but it will likely be either a small bag/coin purse or fingerless wristlets - or perhaps your choice - as shown in the gallery from past classes.

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READ ABOUT CLASS DETAILS From the different breeds of wool and the projects they are best suited for to the different ways wool can be processed and what the wool form (top vs roving vs batt, for example) means to your layout, to various different ways to layout your wool for the best "fit", you'll learn good technique as well as the "whys and wherefores" which seem to be missing from so many online tutorials that focus on how to make whatever end product is highlighted. This class aims to help you understand wool and the process better so you know why and how your choices about wool, layout and the actual process affect your outcome. Ask 10 felters how they felt and you might get 8 different answers. Heck, ask me and I'd tell you it varies depending on the wool I'm using and the product I'm making! So join me and really learn about this technique so you are equipped to make smart choices and good felt and can adjust your technique and layout to create a wide array of projects from heavy durable rugs to lightweight scarves! Instruction fee includes the wool for the project: $100

Explore Breed Specific Yarns

Sat Apr 19th 10 - 5

Make this the year to branch out and explore a wool that you haven't knit with before!

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It's so easy to land on a yarn we love - for some of you its Lamb's Pride, others its Rios, Ciao, Rasta or Cascade 220- and thats great. I have my go-tos as well. 

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But every breed of sheep has different characteristics in their wool that lend differet qualities to the yarn and therefore the end product!  And having a range or variety for these attributes can be really nice to take advantage of for different types of projects.

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The yarn that makes a great cowl isn't necessarily the best choice for a sweater....and the one you loved for a multi color mitten may not be the best choice for a shawl! So come explore the varieties with me!

READ ABOUT CLASS DETAILS During class, we'll learn about 6-10 different breeds of sheep and look at their raw wool as well as discuss the fiber characteristics and what those unique characteristics are best suited to. Then you'll knit a swatch of each, exploring how each is suited to different projects and/or results in a different surface or fabric drape. Hand in hand with how the breed of sheep affects a yarn is the way the yarn is processed. So we'll discuss yarn construction as well, so you better understand why a yarn may be made as a single or 8 ply, blown in yarn, or chainette. You'll enjoy trying lots of differe nt yarns that you haven't yet had a chance to knit while learning so much about yarn that your choices for your next project will be better for all the knowledge you will learn. Instruction fee includes all the yarn for the swatches as well as handouts. Please bring a range of knitting needles with you to class to cover fingering to bulky gauge yarns. $125

Explore Shibori - Scarf, Bag or Credit Card Holder

Sat June 28th 10 - 5

Have fun learning a few of the basics of the traditional dye technique of Japan - "shibori" and experience the magic of the indigo dye vat!

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While there are tons of shibori techniques and designs possible, in this 1 day "primer" class, we'll focus on a couple of the quicker and easier ones to do. You can choose to shibori a bag, a scarf or a piece of cotton (which at home on your own could be used to make the credit card holder or a small zippered accessory bag, etc  as shown in the gallery, left). 

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READ ABOUT CLASS DETAILS In the morning, I'll show you a couple of shibori techniques and you'll spend the morning and early afternoon stitching or folding and clamping your design in place. Then in the afternoon, you'll learn about the indigo vat and begin your sequence of dipping to achieve the level of blue you desire The instruction fee includes the bag or wool scarf or piece of cotton fabric for your shibori, as well as the indigo for the dyeing and - $125