This workshop will introduce the history of backstrap weaving, an ancient and globally practiced tradition consisting of two sticks with stretched warps in between. Using both traditional and modern backstrap looms to develop woven projects with an emphasis on sustainable, zero-waste weaving, you will observe and study samples of backstrap looms from various cultures – …
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Working with dye plant materials and extracts, we will create lightfast colors on fabric, yarn, and fibers. We will play with blending, resist techniques, overdyeing, and ombres. We will create a set of samples and swatches to take home, as well as design and complete three or more wearable projects….
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Marbling is an ancient and mesmerizing form of printmaking. It’s the art of floating inks on a liquid surface, creating designs with the inks, then capturing the designs on surfaces such as paper. In this workshop you will learn some traditional patterns to apply as well as experiment with your own ideas. While we will …
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Eco-printing is a technique where plants, leaves, and flowers leave their shapes, color, and marks on fabric. The basic principle of eco-printing is that various leaves and plant materials (fresh or dried) possess tannins that have the innate ability to print permanent color onto fabric fibers when combined with the proper technique and procedure. Eco-printing …
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In this introductory workshop, you will learn the basics of working with round and flat reed to create a variety of functional baskets. We will cover several techniques for making bases and weaving patterns, and you will have the opportunity to create unique variations in your vessels. Participants will leave with at least 3 completed …
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Come learn how to design and weave a traditional rug using the basic weave, interlocks, and diagonal techniques with aniline and natural dyed yarns. You will work on pre-warped, upright Navajo style looms which you can bring home with you after the workshop. Various Navajo rug styles will be shared along with a brief history …
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Embark on a captivating exploration of fiber and textile arts through an “Exploratory Integration of Textile Arts” workshop. Over the course of these five immersive days, you will delve into a diverse array of timeless techniques including felting, dyeing, embroidery, and basketry. This workshop is crafted for individuals of all skill levels, whether you are …
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The primary identifiers of people around the globe are name, language, music, food, and clothing. Participants in this workshop will explore and learn about other cultures worldwide through their fabrics and what they wear, focusing also on the techniques and processes used to create them. This will be an interactive class with discussion, lecture and …
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In this creative hands-on workshop you will learn how to make ribbed baskets without a basketry pattern. With guidance and support from the instructor, you will be free to experiment with different techniques for setting ribs as you weave. You will also have the opportunity to learn to weave your baskets from handles such as …
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Consider the gentle intention of stitched cloth and paper as an antidote against the pervasiveness of digital screens and social media. In this workshop, we will use natural plants and dyes available in your kitchens to print on paper and cloth. Finally, using needle, thread, and a variety of simple stitch methods, we will embellish …
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