Workshops & Classes


We offer workshops and classes in various fiber techniques. Whether you're brand new to the world of fiber arts or a seasoned veteran, we hope to give you something to interest you and help you advance in your craft. This year, we have fifteen classes running on Saturday and fourteen on Sunday. There is a wonderful range of choice- fleece preparation, several spinning classes, natural dyeing, tape weaving and bead weaving, various knitting classes, felting, and jewelry-making classes.
All the classes have a limit, so registering beforehand will guarantee you a place in the classes you wish to take. You may register and pay at the festival if space is still available in a class (unless otherwise marked), but it's best to register early to avoid disappointment.

7/23-- Registration form for 2010 now available.
Weaving class picture

To register for any of our classes, print out the registration form, complete it, and mail it to our workshop coordinator with your payment. The mailing address is on the form.
Some classes have a minimum number of students necessary for a teacher to go forward. If a teacher's required minimum is not met by September 4th, the teacher reserves the right to cancel the class.
Maximums are also noted for some classes - if you really want to take one of these classes make sure to sign up early so as not to miss out. You may register at the festival for any class that does not close registration on September 4th, however, there will be an extra $5 charge for all registrations at the door.
Registration form for 2010

Saturday Classes:Sunday Classes:
Beginning Spinning
Spinning Woolen vs. Worsted
Spinning Flax into Linen
Spinning Silk
Spinning Colored Yarn
Natural Dyes - Beyond the Basics, Two and Three Color Mixes
Tape Weaving
Dress Your Loom Alone
Noodle Hat
A Cowl to Make you Howl!
Ready, Set... Oops!
Short Row Multi-Directional Scarf
Fiber Art Jewelry
Fabulous Felt Making
Sunflowers and Spidery Mums
 
 
Class descriptions, times and costs
Teachers for 2010
I've Been Fleeced! Or: An Introduction to Washing & Preparing a Fleece
Intermediate Spinning
Playing with Plying
Spinning Textured Yarns
Learn to Spin Cotton on Your Wheel
Bead Weaving
Learn to Knit
Introduction to Lace Knitting
Herringbone Button Scarf
Hip to be Square Afghan
Cables, Cables, Cables
Seaming Techniques: Joining Garter Stitch & Stockinette Stitch
Rug Hooking
Fiber Art Jewelry
 
 
 
 


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