Youth Programs
Summer Camp! Weaving and Fiber Art Creativity for Kids Ages 9-12
Weaving is an ancient technique that is also a modern art form, both beautiful and creative. Students will learn off loom and loom weaving, as well as related fiber arts using traditional hand woven techniques. Learn a different art project each day, or work on an ongoing project. Join in the fun and learn the fundamentals of weaving!
Morning session: July 21-25: 9:00 am - 12:00 pm
Afternoon Session: July 21-25: 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Tuition: $150, includes all materials
Workshops
703 Woven Shibori: Taiten with Natural Dyes
This workshop is an introduction to handwoven taiten shibori with a focus on developing an understanding of natural dyes and how to layer them. Taiten is an obscure Japanese shibori process that uses plain weave alone to create resists in the woven cloth. The class will explore the history and technique of this resist process in both wool and silk. Natural dye extracts will be used for immersion, over-dyeing, surface application, and discharge. This is a perfect introduction to woven shibori for both the beginning and advanced weaver. Weaving must be completed before the workshop begins. Suggested materials, warping instructions, and looms will be available prior to the workshop.
Instructor: Catharine Ellis Skill Level: Beginning to Advanced
Schedule: Friday-Sunday, July 18-20: 9:00 am - 4:00 pm
Prerequisites: None
Tuition: $345/$285 Members Limit: 16
Materials Fee: $15 Dye Lab Fee: $45
704 Stripes with an Attitude
This workshop examines how design elements and weave structures, including supplementary warps, combine to produce stripes with a high WOW factor. Bold or subtle, stripes can be so much more than different colored threads. Learn the roles color, texture, pattern, and structure can play in designing stripes with pizzazz. Sample techniques include: twill and lace manipulations, textured lines, extracting portions of turned patterns, and various uses of supplementary warps.
Instructor: Barbara J. Walker Skill Level: Intermediate to Advanced
Schedule: Friday-Saturday, September 12-13: 9:00 am - 4:00 pm; Sunday, September 14: 9:00 am - 3:00 pm
Prerequisites: Students must be able to warp a loom and read a draft independently.
Tuition: $345/$285 Members Limit: 16
Materials Fee: $5
Try It!
Try It! Spin on a Spindle
Are you interested in spinning, but don't own or have room for a spinning wheel? Drop spindle spinning is an inexpensive and portable way to spin. In this introductory, one-day course, students will learn to use a drop spindle and prepare fibers for spinning.
696 Saturday, July 26: 10:00 am - 4:00 pm
710 Saturday, October 25: 10:00 am - 4:00 pm
Instructor: Judy Payne Level: Beginning
Tuition: $59/$50 Members Limit: 7
Materials Fee: $25
705 Try It! Paint a Wool Roving
Are you a spinner and want to learn how to dye your own colorful roving? In this one-day class, students will have fun painting a wool roving in a color palette they create and learn the basics of dyeing so they can do this at home. Each student will leave with 1/2 lb. of variegated roving to spin into a beautiful designer yarn. Registration Deadline: Friday, August 29!
Saturday, September 20: 10:00 am - 4:00 pm
Instructor: Aimee Radman Level: Beginning
Tuition: $59/$50 Members Limit: 8
Materials Fee: $25 Dye Lab Fee: $15
706 Try It! Weaving on an Inkle Loom
Come and explore the fun of an inkle loom! This small, portable loom is ideal for weaving a band, belts, straps, accessories, bookmarks, and more! In this class, students will learn how to warp the loom and will then begin making a simple project, like a bookmark. After learning the basics, the instructor will teach students how to design and draft their own patterns for future use. Children ages 8-12 should enroll with or be accompanied by an adult.
Saturday, September 27: 9:00 am - 3:00 pm
Instructor: Betty Wilson Level: Beginning
Tuition: $59/$50 Members Limit: 7
Materials Fee: $4
Try It! Weave on a Floor Loom
Have you always wanted to try weaving on a floor loom? In just one day, you will weave a wool scarf in your choice of colors. Looms are pre-warped and ready to go. You'll learn how to wind bobbins, throw and catch the shuttle, tromp on treadles, and develop a consistent beat. Leave with a beautiful scarf you’ll be proud to wear!
707 Saturday, September 27: 10:00 am - 4:00 pm
708 Sunday, September 28: 1:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Instructor: Julie Nester Level: Beginning
Tuition: $59/$50 Members Limit: 7
Materials Fee: $20
709 Try It! Spin on a Spinning Wheel
Have you always been fascinated by spinning? Come give spinning a try for a day! You don't have to own a spinning wheel; the Weavers Guild has many for you to try. First, learn basic fiber preparation skills, then try out the spinning wheel. At the end of the day, you will leave with a ball of personalized, handspun yarn!
Saturday, October 4: 10:00 am - 4:00 pm
Instructor: Nancy Preckshot Level: Beginning
Tuition: $59/$50 Members Limit: 7
Materials Fee: $3
711 Try It! Those Little Looms
Remember the pot holder loom or Weave-It? Or maybe you have the new Weavette or other little weaving device? What can you make with one of these looms besides cute little squares? Bring your little loom, scissors and a weaving needle, if you have one. A small number of looms will be available for class use for those who who do not have their own. Yarns are supplied, along with many ideas and techniques for making quick, fun, and fabulous projects.
Saturday, November 8: 10:00 am - 4:00 pm
Instructor: Traudi Bestler Level: Beginning
Tuition: $59/$50 Members Limit: 7
Materials Fee: $4
712 Try It! Needle Felting
Experience felting the easy, dry way by using needles instead of hot water to create an exotic animal, a decorative pot holder or whatever your imagination suggests! All it takes are colorful wool fleeces, a felting needle, and the proper punching technique and you will be ready to embellish any wool item with your own personal “painted” designs and three-dimensional forms. Needle felting is gaining in popularity and is a fun craft for anyone interested in learning a new way to create.
Saturday, November 22: 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Instructor: Nancy Preckshot Level: Beginning
Tuition: $40/$33 Members Limit: 7
Materials Fee: $5
Floor Loom
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684 Introduction to Weaving: Weekend Intensive
In one weekend, students will learn to warp the loom and weave a sampler of 13 weave structures including twill and double weave. Weaving vocabulary, loom structure and function, and basic pattern drafting are covered, as are selecting yarns and determining the quantities needed for projects. Bring scissors, tape measure, notebook, and a lunch to class.
Schedule: Saturday-Sunday, August 2-3: 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Instructor: Rosemary MacFarlane Level: Beginning
Tuition: $158/$132 Members Limit: 7
685 Beginning Floor Loom 1
This class will introduce beginning weavers to the fun, excitement, and creativity of weaving on a floor loom. Students will learn how to prepare and warp the loom and will weave a simple project. Students will also learn basic weave structures, how to read a draft and finish a woven piece.
Monday-Friday, August 4-8: 9:00 am - 2:00 pm
Instructor: Lou French Level: Beginning
Tuition: $248/$206 Members Limit: 7
Materials Fee: $10
686 Double Binding Rag Rugs
Take your rag rug weaving to a second level. This course begins with a review of warping from back to front and step-by-step explanations on how to read a draft and thread a 4-harness loom. Students will design and produce a reversible rug in a block pattern using the double binding technique.
Tuesday, August 5: 7:00 - 9:00 pm; Monday-Friday, August 11-15: 9:00 am - 2:00 pm; Saturday, August 16: 9:00 am - 12:00 pm
Instructor: Chuck Benson Level: Intermediate
Prerequisites: Students must be able to warp a loom and read a draft independently.
Tuition: $297/$248 Members Limit: 10
687 Mixed Warp Scarf: Weave from your Stash!
Do you have odds and ends of yarn too wonderful to throw away? Would you like to have some fun and learn to make an interesting scarf designed and woven from your stash? Just bring in those half-used cones and other project leftovers. This class is great for the beginning or advanced level weaver. If you're looking for an opportunity to play and explore the possibilities of using yarns you already have, then this class is for you.
Friday-Saturday, August 15-16: 9:00 am - 2:30 pm
Instructor: Lou French Level: Advanced Beginning
Prerequisites: Students must be able to warp a loom and read a draft independently.
Tuition: $109/$91 Members Limit: 10
Beginning Floor Loom I
Do you want to explore weaving? This class lets you discover the fun and creativity of weaving! Students will learn all the fundamentals, starting with a basic weaving vocabulary and graduating to: preparing a warp, warping a loom, and reading a draft. The instructor will guide you through a basic project and students will complete a plain weave or twill wool scarf or a cotton lace table runner.
713 Monday-Thursday, September 22-25: 9:30 am - 2:30 pm
Instructor: Jan Johnson Level: Beginning
Tuition: $198/$165 Members Limit: 7
714 Tuesdays and Wednesdays, October 7, 8, 14, 15, 21, 22, and 28: 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Instructor: Jan Johnson Level: Beginning
Tuition: $198/$165 Members Limit: 7
715 Friday, November 7: 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm; Saturday-Sunday, November 8-9: 9:00 am -5:00 pm
Instructor: Rosemary MacFarlane Level: Beginning
Tuition: $198/$165 Members Limit: 7
Beginning Floor Loom II
Did you just finish Beginning Floor Loom I? Here is your next step! Beginning Floor Loom II applies all the principles you just learned. Now that you have been introduced to reading a draft and warping a loom, you can continue to explore the floor loom and have fun increasing your skills and creativity. The instructor will assist students with warping the loom, reading a draft, and planning a project. Students can choose to weave a project from the following options: an instructor-provided draft, a sampler of different structures that include twill, double weave and more, or design, plan and weave a project of your own choice.
716 Monday-Thursday, October 13-16: 9:30 am - 2:30 pm
Instructor: Louise French Level: Beginning
Tuition: $198/$165 Members Limit: 7
717 Mondays and Tuesdays, November 10, 11, 17, 18, 24, December 1, and 2: 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Instructor: Jan Johnson Level: Beginning
Tuition: $198/$165 Members Limit: 7
718 Friday, December 5: 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm; Saturday-Sunday, December 6-7: 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Instructor: Jan Johnson Level: Beginning
Tuition: $198/$165 Members Limit: 7
719 Cone to Cloth to Cape
Weave yardage that will then be cut and sewn into a cape for cool fall days. In the first session we will discuss appropriate yarns and weave structures and will review warping and weaving a wide web. Students will then weave yardage at home or on a rented Guild loom. A loom with a minimum weaving width of 36” is required. The last two sessions will be devoted to the construction of your cape.
Tuesday, September 9: 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm; Friday-Saturday, November 21-22: 9:00 am - 3:00 pm
Instructor: Louise French Level: Advanced Beginning to Advanced
Prerequisites: Students must be able to warp a loom and read a draft independently.
Tuition: $149/$124 Members Limit: 8
Materials Fee: $2
720 Warping Refresher
Would you like a refresher on how to wind a warp and dress a loom? Having difficulties reading a draft? No problem! It may be time for a quick refresher. After this one-day class you will be confident and ready to move on to that advanced beginner level class, workshop, or project. We'll take the guess work out of the equation for you so you can do what you love - weave!
Saturday, September 20: 10:00 am - 4:00 pm
Instructor: Louise French Level: Beginning
Tuition: $59/$50 Members Limit: 7
Materials Fee: $6
721 Shadow Weave Scarf
Ready to unravel the mystery of shadow weave? This fascinating pattern weave is a durable, reversible, and dimensional structure with endless design possibilities. In this class, we will cover color variations and different threading/treadling combinations. Students will then weave a scarf in the pattern(s) and colors of their choosing. Every student will walk away with a beautiful accessory to add to their wardrobe, an understanding of this weave structure, and inspiration for future projects.
Mondays, Wednesday, and Friday, September 26, 29, October 1, and 6: 9:30 am - 2:30 pm
Instructor: Aimee Radman Level: Intermediate
Prerequisites: Students must be able to warp a loom and read a draft independently.
Tuition: $198/$165 Members Limit: 6
Materials Fee: $7
722 Overshot
Overshot is a weave structure that creates a pattern when weft threads are passed over two or more warp threads. This class introduces the rules and uses of traditional, and some non-traditional, overshot weaves. Students will complete a runner in 5/2, 10/2, or 20/2 perle cotton, using a slightly larger size for your pattern weft. The instructor will discuss your designs and a history of overshot, as well as provide hints on warping, ordering yarns, and warping your loom before the class.
Thursday, October 16: 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm; Saturday, November 1: 10:00 am - 4:00 pm
Instructor: Rosemary MacFarlane Level: Advanced Beginning to Advanced
Prerequisites: Students must be able to warp a loom and read a draft independently.
Tuition: $89/$74 Members Limit: 10
723 Discovering Rep Weave
Rep weave, or Ripsmatta in Swedish, means ribbed mat. Learn the basics of designing and weaving this versatile structure by making a small bag, table runner, or two place mats. Students should have some familiarity with profile drafts and will be expected to independently wind a warp between the first and second class sessions.
Friday, October 17: 9:00 am - 2:00 pm; Monday-Friday, October 27-31: 9:00 am -2:30 pm
Instructor: Louise French Level: Intermediate
Prerequisites: Students must be able to warp a loom and read a draft independently.
Tuition: $322/$268 Members Limit: 8
Materials Fee: $5
724 Pictures in Greeting Cards
Weave your own holiday and special occasion greeting cards. Some of the pictures you might consider are santas, everygreen trees, stars, dreidels, leprechauns, hearts, flowers, cowboys, ladies, soldiers, or other holiday figures. Theory and design with blocks will be presented, as well as learning to create your own designs or shapes. Students should bring note-taking materials, quad rule or 10" graph paper, colored pencils, and your favorite warping and weaving tools. Other project possiblities include table runners or a child's bib.
Tuesday, November 4: 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm; Saturday, November 22: 9:00 am - 4:00 pm; Sunday, November 23: 10:00 am - 4:00 pm
Instructor: Helen Stroerzinger Level: Advanced Beginning to Advanced
Prerequisites: Students must be able to warp a loom and read a draft independently.
Tuition: $158/$132 Members Limit: 8
Materials Fee: $2
725 Terrific Towels
Learn about several different weave structures and fibers as you create useful towels for yourself or for gifts. Participants will choose either a 4 or 8-harness loom; cotton, linen, cottolin, and/or novelty yarn; and weave in twill, Ms and Os, waffle weave, overshot, lace, and more. This class allows for several weeks of independent weaving so students may have time to warp a second time or weave multiple towels on one warp.
Monday, Wednesday, and Friday, December 8, 10, and 12: 9:00 am - 2:30 pm; Monday, January 5: 9:00 am - 11:00 am
Instructor: Louise French Level: Advanced Beginning
Prerequisites: Students must be able to warp a loom and read a draft independently.
Tuition: $183/$153 Members Limit: 10
Materials Fee: $8
726 Scandinavian Rag Rug I
In this class, students will learn to wind a warp, warp a floor loom, and weave a rug. Creating a durable rug is important and students will be taught specific weaving techniques to accomplish this goal. Students will learn how to select fabric, prepare fabric for weaving, and finish ends. Rugs will be woven in plain weave with a sett of five ends per inch using Finnish cotton seine twine as warp and cotton fabric strips as weft. Warp can be purchased from the instructor. Bring any fabrics you are thinking of using in your rug to the first class. Students should expect to spend time weaving at the Guild in between classes in order to complete their rug.
Tuesday, September 30: 9:30 am - 12:30 pm; Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Saturdays, October 14, 16, 18, 21, 23, and 25: 9:30 am - 2:30 pm
Instructor: Wynne Mattila Level: Beginning
Tuition: $327/$272 Members Limit: 6
Materials Fee: $35
727 Krokbragd and Variations
Krokbragd is a traditional Scandinavian coverlet weave in a three harness boundweave structure. Designs are made by changing color order while the treadling order remains constant. Students will be designing and weaving a piece approximately 18" wide. Students already familiar with krokbragd may choose to weave a variation such as double krokbragd, 3 or 4 harness bound rosepath, or Danskbrogd. Danskbrogd is a Norwegian pick up technique that is traditionally done on a krokbragd or plain weave threading. Students weaving krokbragd may choose to add a band or two of Danskbrogd to their designs.
Tuesday, September 30: 6:00 pm -9:00 pm; Friday-Sunday, October 3-5: 9:30 am - 4:30 pm; Tuesday, October 7: 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm
Instructor: Jan Mostrom Level: Advanced Beginning to Advanced
Prerequisites: Students must be able to warp a loom and read a draft independently.
Tuition: $257/$215 Members Limit: 10
Materials Fee: $5
728 Scandinavian Rag Rug II
Techniques of rag rug weaving will be explored using cotton fabric as weft and Finnish seine twine as warp. Students design and weave a striped rug in plain weave sett at five epi using the alternating 3 shuttle technique (see Wynne's "In Bloom" rug on page 86 of Weaving Contemporary Rag Rugs by Heather Allen). The first class is a discussion on selecting and preparing fabrics. Further class topics include individual rug design, warping for rugs, weaving a durable rug, shrinkage, and end finishes. Warp can be purchased from the instructor. Bring any fabrics you are thinking of using in your rug to the first class. Students should expect to spend time weaving at the Guild in between classes in order to complete their rug.
Monday, October 20: 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm; Tuesdays and Thursdays, November 4, 6, 11, 13, 18, and 20: 9:30 am - 2:00 pm
Instructor: Wynne Mattila Level: Intermediate
Prerequisites: Students must be able to warp a loom and read a draft independently.
Tuition: $297/$248 Members Limit: 8
Materials Fee: $35
729 Rosepath Rag Rug
The Rosepath pattern is an elegant, scalloped rag rug variation. As a group, the class will select warp colors and warp one loom. The instructor will assist the group with warping, reading the draft, and selecting rags, as well as provide a demonstration on the Rosepath weave. Students will then sign-up for loom time to weave and finish one rug outside of classtime between Sunday, October 12 and Monday, October 27. The last meeting is a show and tell.
Wednesday, October 1: 6:30 pm - 9:00 pm; Saturday, October 11: 9:00 am - 4:30 pm; Monday, November 3: 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Instructor: Nedra Granquist Level: Advanced Beginning
Prerequisites: Students must be able to warp a loom and read a draft independently.
Tuition: $109/$91 Members Limit: 6
Materials Fee: $6
Frame Loom
730 Rigid Heddle Frame Loom: Direct Method Warping
Ready, set, weave! Learn the basics of the rigid heddle frame loom and weave scarves, table runners, shawls, pillow covers, etc. The rigid heddle frame loom is portable so your project can be taken anywhere. In this class, you'll learn a super-efficient direct-method warping technique (warping with a peg instead of a warping board) which means you can be weaving in a few hours. You will leave class ready to plan and create your own projects. This class is great for students who want to find out if weaving is for them and it's also helpful for experienced rigid heddle weavers interested in learning a speedy warping alternative. Frame looms are available to take home for the duration of the class for a $100 refundable damage deposit.
Thursdays, September 25, October 2, 9, and 16: 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Instructor: Elisabeth Horst Level: Beginning
Tuition: $119/$99 Members Limit: 6
Materials Fee: Students are encouraged to purchase The Ashford Book of Rigid Heddle Weaving by Rowena Hart, available at the Guild.
731 Frame Loom Weaving with Two Heddles
The two heddle weaving technique adds a world of versatility to the simple rigid heddle frame loom! By adding a second heddle, students can weave summer and winter, a structure usually reserved for floor loom weavers. Any design (even lettering) that can be graphed can be woven in summer and winter, which will allow for personalized wall hangings, bags or table linens. Acquire a second heddle (heddles must be the same epi) for class. If you need to borrow a pair of heddles just let us know. Frame looms are available to take home for the duration of the class for a $100 refundable damage deposit.
Saturdays and Sunday, September 27, 28, and October 4: 12:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Instructor: Traudi Bestler Level: Advanced Beginning to Advanced
Prerequisites: Students must be able to warp a loom and read a draft independently.
Tuition: $119/$99 Members Limit: 8
Materials Fee: $2
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732 Rigid Heddle Weaving
This loom is portable and can be used to weave yardage, table linens, wall hangings, and more! Students will plan a project, measure a warp, transfer it to the loom, and weave a sampler. Weaving techniques, patterns, and finishing ideas will also be presented. Students will prepare a second warp to weave a scarf and will be expected to weave between classes. Frame looms are available to take home for the duration of the class for a $100 refundable damage deposit.
Tuesdays, October 14, 21, 28, November 4, and 11: 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Instructor: Betty Wilson Level: Beginning
Tuition: $149/$124 Members Limit: 7
Materials Fee: $4
733 Weaving For Knitters
A scarf can be woven on a simple rigid heddle loom in a fraction of the time it takes to knit. So knitters with a "stash" of left over knitting yarn can learn to weave on this portable loom and create a stylish scarf at the same time. For the first class, bring yarn that is no thicker that worsted weight. DK, worsted, sport, sock yarn, and novelty yarns can be woven into a one-of-a-kind scarf. Students will learn to wind a warp, thread the warp into the loom, and weave. Frame looms are available to take home for the duration of the class for a $100 refundable damage deposit.
Mondays, November 24, December 1, 8, and 15: 6:00 pm - 8:30 pm
Instructor: Mary Skoy Level: Beginning
Tuition: $99/$83 Members Limit: 8
Materials Fee: $1
734 Continuing Navajo
This class is designed to develop your skills in the basic tapestry techniques used in Navajo weaving. If you are working on your first Navajo weaving, this class is a great opportunity to work on an unfinished piece, learn finishing techniques, or practice spinning Navajo warp. More experienced Navajo weavers may practice advanced techniques. The student should bring their Navajo loom and tools for weaving (batten, fork, long needles, etc) to class. Students are encouraged to weave between classes.
Tuesdays, September 30, October 14, and 28: 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Instructor: Betty Glynn Carlson Level: Advanced Beginning to Advanced
Prerequisites: Students must have taken at least one Navajo weaving class.
Tuition: $89/$74 Members Limit: 5
Materials Fee: Instructor will bring Navajo warp and yarns for purchase.
735 Navajo Weaving Basics
Learn the basic techniques of Navajo weaving. During our weekend session, we will make selvage cords, discuss design elements, warp the vertical Navajo loom, and begin weaving. During the following sessions, we will weave a small rug while exploring the design possibilities of the various tapestry techniques used in traditional Navajo weaving. It will be necessary for students to weave between classes; the looms are portable and may be taken home between sessions. Students who have previously studied Navajo weaving may explore more advanced techniques or continue working on their unfinished project.
Wednesday, October 1: 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm; Saturday, October 4: 10:00 am - 4:30 pm; Sunday, October 5: 12:00 pm - 4:30 pm; Wednesdays, October, 8, 15, 22, 29, November 5, and 19: 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Instructor: Betty Glynn Carlson Level: Beginning
Tuition: $317/$264 Members Limit: 5
Materials Fee: $25 loom rental fee; $30 for yarn. Following class, looms may be purchased from the instructor.
736 Introducation to Tapestry Weaving
Discover the creativity and beauty of tapestry weaving. Students will experience the different yarns used, the importance of even tension, and the basic techniques to create shapes and line. The focus of this class is on weaving with a tapestry loom with floor pedals, freeing up your hands for weaving. The looms will be warped and ready to weave at the start of class. There will be a discussion on the history, as well as contemporary examples of tapestry today. Students will also learn how to warp the treadled loom and a simple frame loom to fully understand the process of tapestry weaving.
Monday, September 22, 29, October 6, 13, 20, and 27: 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Instructor: Pamela Davis Level: Beginning
Tuition: $178/$149 Members Limit: 6
Materials Fee: $20
Off Loom
698 Design, Function and Maintenance of the Floor Loom
Take a look at your loom! Have you ever asked yourself, “what are all these parts and pieces for?” or “how do I keep my loom functioning properly?” Learn all about the mechanics, and in turn, the maintenance of your weaving machine. This course covers a broad range of topics starting with the function and fundamentals of loom design and then moves into the structural complexities of the loom and problem prevention. By understanding loom mechanics you can also learn how to prevent simple problems, maintain ease of use, or make minor adjustments. A perfect class for the beginning or advanced weaver, loom owner, and their partner, too!
Saturday, August 9: 10:00 am - 3:00 pm
Instructor: Malcolm MacFarlane Level: Multi
Tuition: $50/$41 Members or $55/$46 Member plus partner Limit: None
Materials Fee: $2
pixeLoom Topics
A series of pixeLoom classes on the following topics: Twill and Satin, Profile Drafts and Block Substitution, and Warp and Weft-faced Designs. Sign up for one, two or all three! In a combined lecture and hands-on format, the instructor will cover a variety of approaches for working with these types of drafts on pixeLoom. Participants should bring a laptop computer with pixeLoom software installed (demo copies can be obtained from the instructor prior to the first class).
737 Twill and Satin -- Tuesday, September 23: 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
738 Profile Drafts and Block Substitution -- Thursday, October 23: 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
739 Warp and Weft-Faced Designs -- Tuesday, November 4: 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Instructor: Sue Farley Level: Intermediate
Prerequisites: Basic computer skills required.
Tuition: $20/$17 Members Limit: 8
Materials Fee: $2
740 pixeLoom Fundamentals
PixeLoom is a software application for handweavers that provides tools for designing and visualizing drafts, planning projects, and keeping records. In a combined lecture and hands-on format, this class will cover how to use the editing tools, work with the color palette, substitute a weave structure into a profile draft, plan a project and generate documentation. Participants should bring a laptop computer with pixeLoom software installed (demo copies can be obtained from the instructor prior to the first class).
Tuesdays, October 7 and 14: 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Instructor: Sue Farley Level: Beginning
Prerequisites: Basic computer skills required.
Tuition: $40/$33 Members Limit: 7
Materials Fee: $4
741 Project Designing and Planning
You know how to warp a loom and follow a draft, but how do you learn to design and plan your own projects? We will look at a variety of source materials, including Marguerite P. Davison's A Handweaver's Pattern Book, Handwoven magazine, and the Guild's swatch collection. Each student will choose a weaving draft as inspiration to create a personalized project. Learn to choose a weave structure that suits the function of the project, calculate warp and weft needs, and properly finish the piece. You'll also learn many tips and tricks the instructor has found helpful for years.
Thursdays, November 6, 13, and 20: 10:00 am - 1:00 pm
Instructor: Traudi Bestler Level: Advanced Beginning to Advanced
Prerequisites: Students must be able to warp a loom and read a draft independently.
Tuition: $89/$74 Members Limit: 8
Materials Fee: $2
Spinning
Beginning Spinning
This class is designed for beginning spinners or for those who want an in-depth refresher in spinning. Each session will present progressively more advanced skills with the spinning wheel. Fiber preparation methods and equipment usage will be learned each session. Spinning outside of class will be encouraged and show and tell will be a regular part of the class. Please bring a spinning wheel and hand cards, if you have them, to the first session. Spinning wheels are available to take home for the duration of the class for a $250 refundable damage deposit.
695 Mondays and Thursdays, July 21, 24, 28, 31, and August 4: 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm
Instructor: Virginia Parent Level: Beginning
Tuition: $99/$83 Members Limit: 7
Materials Fee: $25
743 Mondays, October 20, 27, November 3, 10, and 17: 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm
Instructor: Virginia Parent Level: Beginning
Tuition: $99/$83 Members Limit: 7
Materials Fee: $25
744 Saturday-Sunday, December 6-7: 11:00 am - 4:00 pm
Instructor: Judy Payne Level: Beginning
Tuition: $99/$83 Members Limit: 7
Materials Fee: $25
742 Spinning for Knitters
Learn to use the spinning wheel and make enough yarn to knit a small project like a hat! Bring your favorite small knitting project pattern to plan your spinning project accordingly. Students will need to spin at home in between sessions. Spinning wheels are available to take home for the duration of the class for a $250 refundable damage deposit.
Wednesdays, September 17, 24, October 1, and 15: 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Instructor: Nancy Preckshot Level: Multi
Tuition: $119/$99 Members Limit: 7
Materials Fee: $10
745 Spinning Clinic
Come to this clinic with your spinning questions and receive answers to your problems or help with tuning up your wheel. “Walk-in” or stay for the whole session - a great day of demonstrations and individual attention! This will be a free format gathering in which an experienced spinning instructor will address concerns about fiber washing, preparation, wheel maintenance, spinning technique, or any other spinning related issue large or small. If you have particular fibers, yarns or equipment that you have questions about, bring them along. Pre-registration is required.
Saturday, December 13: 10:00 am - 1:00 pm
Instructor: Nancy Preckshot Level: Multi
Tuition: $25/$15 Members Limit: None
Dyeing
746 Naturally Dyed in Minnesota
Naturally dye your own fiber with dye plants harvested from the woodlands and roadsides in Minnesota. This hands-on class will teach students natural dye and mordant principles. Using several readily available Minnesota weeds and tree barks harvested in fall, we will mix dyes to create a variety of beautiful and fast colors. These dyes are suitable for use on any type of wool, from fleece to fabric. We'll dye wool yarn in class. You will leave with many dye recipes and the knowledge of how to create your own dye using almost any dye plant!
Sunday, October 5: 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Instructor: Virginia Parent Level: Multi
Tuition: $30/$25 Members Limit: 10
Materials Fee: $5 Dye Lab Fee: $15
747 Painted Wool Skeins
Have you seen all the beautiful hand painted yarns in the shops and wish you could do that yourself? Well, you can! In this one day class, students will have fun painting wool skeins in a color palette they create while learning the basics of dyeing so that they can do it at home. Each student will leave with two variegated skeins that they can knit or weave into something wonderful! Registration Deadline: Friday, October 11!
Saturday, November 1: 10:00 am - 4:00 pm
Instructor: Aimee Radman Level: Multi
Tuition: $59/$50 Members Limit: 8
Materials Fee: $30 Dye Lab Fee: $15
