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February 2020
Hand Embroidery Basics
(February 15)
In this class you’ll learn basic hand embroidery stitches, how to transfer patterns, and ideas for how to use embroidery in your craft projects. By the end of class you’ll have started your first embroidery sampler, which can be framed as décor or saved to reference on future projects. Limited to 8 students (16 years of age or older). Instructor: Gwendolyn Gavin 11" linen squares, Embroidery needles and embroidery hoop will be provided for use. Students must bring the following…
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Introduction to Shibori and Indigo Workshop
(May 2)
Experience the surface design technique of shibori, and create unique patterns on fabric using the natural dye indigo. Shibori, or physical resist, has been a traditional pattern-making technique in Japan, India, Africa throughout history, and continues today. We will begin experimenting with Japanese approaches such as Kumo (binding), Ori-Nui (stitching), Itajime (clamping) and Arashi (pole wrapping). We will use these techniques, along with our own experiments to create our “bundles” and then place the cloth bundles in magical indigo dye. The…
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Introduction to Shibori and Indigo Workshop
(June 13)
Experience the surface design technique of shibori, and create unique patterns on fabric using the natural dye indigo. Shibori, or physical resist, has been a traditional pattern-making technique in Japan, India, Africa throughout history, and continues today. We will begin experimenting with Japanese approaches such as Kumo (binding), Ori-Nui (stitching), Itajime (clamping) and Arashi (pole wrapping). We will use these techniques, along with our own experiments to create our “bundles” and then place the cloth bundles in magical indigo dye. The…
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Marbling for Quilters
(September 9)
Due to the Covid-19 crisis, payment for all workshops will only be accepted online. Classes are held in person, in our studios. Spend an afternoon making beautiful marbled fabrics for your next quilting project. The Fabric selection is all cotton with yards and yards of white and solid colors ready to be marbled. This technique can produce lovely patterns in either traditional or contemporary styles, with figurative elements like flowers, hearts, fish or go with abstract shapes. With custom color choices and a…
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Introduction to Shibori and Indigo Workshop
(September 27)
Due to the Covid-19 crisis, payment for all workshops will only be accepted online. Classes are held in person, in our studios. Experience the surface design technique of shibori, and create unique patterns on fabric using the natural dye indigo. Shibori, or physical resist, has been a traditional pattern-making technique in Japan, India, Africa throughout history, and continues today. We will begin experimenting with Japanese approaches such as Kumo (binding), Ori-Nui (stitching), Itajime (clamping) and Arashi (pole wrapping). We will use these techniques,…
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Quilting for Beginners: Let’s Quilt Together
(October 14 – December 9)
Due to the Covid-19 crisis, payment for all workshops will only be accepted online. Classes are held in person, in our studios. 8-Week Class. For those who have always loved quilts and want to learn the art of quilt making. You will learn the basic steps in quilting, from planning and drafting your design, choosing the fabrics, appliqué stitching and patchwork piecing, basting and quilting your three layers together, binding and signing. Each students will make a small multi-block quilt with sashing and…
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Intro to Wicker Basketry
(October 17 – 18)
Due to the Covid-19 crisis, payment for all workshops will only be accepted online. Classes are held in person, in our studios. 2-day Workshop. Introduction to Wicker Basketry introduces the student to the basic principles of weaving. Through this class the student will learn basket structure including terms and engineering, commonly used weaving materials, tools of the trade along with information that allows the student to complete the course and continue this craft with confidence, if they so desire. The principles/goals for the…
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Primitive Rug Hooking for Beginners
(October 20 – December 1)
Due to the Covid-19 crisis, all workshop registrations will happen online only. Classes are held in person, in our studios. 6-Week Class. Primitive Rug Hooking for Beginners is an introductory course into the traditional North American craft of rug hooking. Dating back to pioneer times, rug hooking recycles common materials into utilitarian objects for the home. This course will teach the original technique used in rug hooking and allow you to create beautiful textile art pieces that will brighten your…
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Needle Felting for Beginners
(October 24)
Due to the Covid-19 crisis, all workshop registrations will happen online only. 2-hour workshop. Learn everything you need to know to begin needle felting in a relaxed and supportive environment. In this beginner friendly workshop, you will learn how to make your own needle felted critter from start to finish. No experience is necessary. All materials are included, and you get to take your set of felting needles, foam pad, and extra wool home! This workshop is open to ages…
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The Marbled Book
(October 31 – November 21)
Due to the Covid-19 crisis, all workshop registrations will happen online only. Classes are held in person, in our studios. 4-week workshop. This workshop combines Paper Marbling and Book Arts for a survey of contemporary uses of marbling throughout the book structure. Far beyond the traditional use of paper marbling as end papers within the interiors of books, we'll take our marbled creations onto the covers, as the content or "text block", and even the book cloth. We'll begin with…
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