DESIGN BASICS FOR TEXTILE ARTISTS
Martha Rosenfeld / Studio 4
Sun 3/2
12-4pm / One Day
$85 / Members: $65
Calling all textile artists seeking to learn more about 2-dimensional composition and design. In this workshop we will explore design concepts like focal point, balance, repetition, and value using cut paper and collage to do hands-on learning exercises. Bring a pair of scissors suitable for cutting paper (not your good fabric scissors!), a small bag or folder, and a camera (smartphone cameras are fine).
AMULET BAG WORKSHOP
Mary Baggerman / Studio 4
Sun 2/9
12-4pm / One Day
$85 / Members: $65
Embroidery has long been used as a form of self-expression. Works often incorporate symbols which are important to the creator. Come spend an afternoon exploring this craft and creating a personal amulet bag of your own design. You will make a small bag which can be worn or exhibited in your home. Materials will be provided but feel free to bring your own embellishments such as beads or threads. This class is appropriate to a wide variety of skill levels.
SUPPORT SPINDLE
Amanda Casanova / Weaving Studio
Sat 2/15 & 2/22
1-4pm / 2 weeks
$95 / Members: $75
Drop spindles require very little space to work with and can be spun virtually anywhere! This workshop is designed to teach students how to spin using a drop spindle while also familiarizing learners with the purpose of various types of spindles. Students will have the opportunity to try several spindles and will leave with a basic working knowledge of how they spin. All materials provided.
INTRODUCTION TO NATURAL DYEING
Lori Evesque / Studio 6
Sun 2/16-2/23
12-4pm / 2 weeks
$135 / Members: $115
Natural dyeing of fibers can seem complex and intimidating. Join us for a 2-day workshop introducing the techniques of natural dyeing for beginners. Learn some history, techniques of mordanting and dyeing, natural dye options- dye materials you can harvest or grow locally and others from afar. We'll make a sample book showing a color wheel you can create from natural dyes. Everyone will also be able to dye 250gm skeins of yarn colors of their choice at the end of the second class.
TAPESTRY WEAVING
Nancy Crampton / Weaving Studio
Wed 2/26-3/19
6:30-9pm / 4 weeks
$150 / Members: $130
Students will learn the basic tapestry joins and different ways to shade and blend yarns using adjustable tension frame looms furnished by the instructor. Weaver warping styles will be demonstrated and used. Discussions will include making a cartoon or plan for the tapestry, and how to transfer the design to the warp threads. Finishing techniques, lining the weaving , and ways to mount it will be demonstrated. No prior weaving experience is needed. Class fee includes use of frame loom and all yarns needed for the project. Frame looms may be purchased.
EMBROIDERED COLLAGE
Jessica Sundstrom / Studio 4
Sat 3/8
12-4pm / One Day
$105 / Members: $85
Take your collage to a new level with needle and thread. Thread can embellish or secure your collage pieces together, adding additional depth or texture. Students can bring completed works they want to enhance or start from scratching during the class. Some materials will be provided such as embroidery thread and ephemera, but bring anything additional that you might want to work with.
SPINNING
Emily Wohlscheid / Weaving Studio
(B) Wed 1/8-2/12
10am-12:30pm / 6 weeks
$215 / Members: $195
Gain an understanding of the basics or further your yarn spinning practice! Beginners will learn the fundamentals of spinning, plying, and setting their finished yarns while intermediate/advanced students will follow exercises and techniques to aid in consistency, ply structure, custom blending, and more. Wheels may be reserved to borrow at the time of registration.
SPINNING
Emily Wohlscheid / Weaving Studio
(A) Tue 2/18-3/25
6-8:30pm / 6 weeks
$215 / Members: $195
Gain an understanding of the basics or further your yarn spinning practice! Beginners will learn the fundamentals of spinning, plying, and setting their finished yarns while intermediate/advanced students will follow exercises and techniques to aid in consistency, ply structure, custom blending, and more. Wheels may be reserved to borrow at the time of registration.
