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Heartwarmer – Stitch Sampling Cowl
Heartwarmer – Stitch Sampling Cowl
Please note, this is a 5 SESSION class. Jan 26, Feb 2, 9, 16 + 23. 11:30 - 1:00 The Heartwarmer cowl is the perfect project for exploring different stitches - cables, lace, smocking, bobbles and more! This cowl is packed full of good techniques and tricks, taking your skill level up a notch! If […]
Learn To Knit! [Level 1]
Learn To Knit! [Level 1]
Hey, there new knitter! This class is the perfect introduction for the brand new knitter or a great way to refresh the basics. We focus on casting on, the knit stitch and binding off, giving you the skills in order to make a pair of versatile fingerless gloves! All materials are included! Ages: […]
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Craftaholics Anonymous – Stash Swap Edition
Craftaholics Anonymous – Stash Swap Edition
Join us for an evening of crafting, laughing and enjoying some snacks & a drink if you desire! For the January meeting, feel free to bring stuff from your stash that no longer inspires you! Yarn, needles, fabric and any other crafty supplies you think may inspire someone else! This isn't a junk swap, […]
SoCal Fibershed: Author Talk with Rebecca Burgess
SoCal Fibershed: Author Talk with Rebecca Burgess
The Southern California Fibershed Affiliate couldn’t be more delighted to welcome Fibershed founder Rebecca Burgess to Los Angeles for an exclusive conversation and book signing for Fibershed: Growing a Movement of Farmers, Fashion Activists, and Makers for a New Textile Economy. Rebecca will be joined by moderator Kamea Chayne of the Green Dreamer Podcast. Green […]
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Knit Support
Knit Support
Having a knitting mistake? Need help getting started on a project? Reserve time during our Knit Support. 1st + 3rd Friday: 1:00 - 2:30 This 90-minute time slot is designated for knitters to come in and get help on a project - in whatever form that may be. Only need 30 minutes […]
Friday Night Mendbar Happy Hour
Friday Night Mendbar Happy Hour
$10 for all the help you need! Cocktails, Snacks, & Mending Limited seats available
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Spinning – On Drop Spindle
Spinning – On Drop Spindle
Join us for 2 hours of drop spinning! We invite all ages and skill levels for this workshop. Learn the basic concepts of spindle technology, their use and their care, as well as how to draft wool into yarn to make a single, and other tips and tricks for effectively spinning yarn on a drop […]
Knit A Little Sweater
Knit A Little Sweater
THIS IS A 3 SESSION CLASS: Feb 1, 8 & 15. 1:00 - 2:30 PLEASE READ THE WHOLE DESCRIPTION (including materials info). Knitting a sweater sounds so daunting, but in all reality, it's a joyful and satisfying project! Whether there's a little one to knit for in your life or not, starting small will […]
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Sewing Lab
Sewing Lab
Sewing Lab– Garment Construction—All levels—On-going class. A love of adornment is one of our most basic tendencies. It exists in all cultures, telling stories about who we are and how we see ourselves. Come together in this class to make your own simple clothing and hone your sense of personal style. Be inspired to […]
Sewing Lab– Garment Construction—All levels
Sewing Lab– Garment Construction—All levels
A love of adornment is one of our most basic tendencies. It exists in all cultures, telling stories about who we are and how we see ourselves. Come together in this class to make your own simple clothing and hone your sense of personal style. Be inspired to develop your sewing skills in a group […]
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Sewing Lab– Garment Construction—All levels
Sewing Lab– Garment Construction—All levels
A love of adornment is one of our most basic tendencies. It exists in all cultures, telling stories about who we are and how we see ourselves. Come together in this class to make your own simple clothing and hone your sense of personal style. Be inspired to develop your sewing skills in a group […]
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Sewing Lab– Garment Construction—All levels
Sewing Lab– Garment Construction—All levels
A love of adornment is one of our most basic tendencies. It exists in all cultures, telling stories about who we are and how we see ourselves. Come together in this class to make your own simple clothing and hone your sense of personal style. Be inspired to develop your sewing skills in a group […]
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Learn to Purl [Level 2]
Learn to Purl [Level 2]
Ready for endless texture combinations? Already know how to knit, but that's it? Step 2 of our knitting series teaches you how to purl! Knitting is comprised of two main stitches - the knit & the purl. With these two stitches, there are hundreds of ways to combine them to create different textures. This class […]
Fair Isle Knitting: A Simple Hat
Fair Isle Knitting: A Simple Hat
Every year, Shetland Islanders open their doors to knitters from around the world. Shetland Wool Week draws hundreds of folks to these beautiful islands. There is also an “official” hat, and the pattern is posted for free on the website. The pattern for 2018 is perfect for beginners. It’s called “Merrie Dancers Toorie” and is […]
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Boston Farm & Fiber Festival – SENE Fibershed Affiliate
Boston Farm & Fiber Festival – SENE Fibershed Affiliate
Visit the Boston Farm & Fiber Festival to learn about Fibershed Affiliate activities across New England: the Western Massachusetts Fibershed, Southeastern New England Fibershed, and Connecticut Fibershed will be sharing an informational table about efforts to build soil-to-soil fiber economies locally. For a deeper dive, don't miss a talk by Amy DuFault of the SENE […]
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Weaving – Projects for the Home
Weaving – Projects for the Home
8 Wednesdays February 12 - April 1; 4 - 7 pm Choose between a floor, table or rigid heddle loom, or bring your own! New weavers will experience the complete process of setting up the loom and weaving a sampler…from designing to finishing. ($7 warp materials fee to be paid in class). Experienced weavers […]
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Spinning – On The Wheel
Spinning – On The Wheel
Beginner's wheel spinning class for all ages and skill levels. We'll cover the basic concepts of wheel technology, their use, and their care. Learn how to draft wool, spin different types of yarn, ply from a lazy kate, a wheel's basic anatomy and other tips and tricks for effectively spinning yarn on a wheel. All […]
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Beginning Wheel Spinning
Beginning Wheel Spinning
Learn the basics of wheel operation and maintenance, treadling, pre-drafting, drafting, and spinning yarn. You’ll try spinning three different wool preparations: roving, rolags, and batts. We’ll also talk about spinning “in the grease;” what it means and the pros and cons of spinning unprepared wool. You’ll leave with a skein of two-ply yarn ready to […]
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EcoPrinting on Silk
EcoPrinting on Silk
EcoPrinting on Silk Scarves Remember those old leaf prints you made in elementary school? Maybe you put a leaf down and rubbed crayon all around it, leaving an outline of the leaf. Maybe you painted the leaf and pressed it down on paper, creating a print that showed the outline, veins, and irregularities. Fast forward […]
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Fibershed Producers @ Temescal Farmers’ Market
Fibershed Producers @ Temescal Farmers’ Market
Megan of Summer Solace is continuing the tradition of providing Fibershed Producer products at her booth at the Temescal, Oakland Farmers' Market every other week.
Repair Cafe
Repair Cafe
Our second local Repair Cafe is part of an international movement making places for communities to come together and repair broken items instead of sending them to the landfill. Come join your community and work toward transitioning away from consumer culture! This growing event that will include volunteer fixers to work with you to repair clothing, […]
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Home Landscaping in a Changing Climate: Fire Smart, Water Wise and Biodiverse
Home Landscaping in a Changing Climate: Fire Smart, Water Wise and Biodiverse
ALL-DAY SYMPOSIUM - Saturday, February 29, 8 am – 5 pm Marin Art & Garden Center, 30 Sir Francis Drake Blvd, Ross, CA 94957 Sponsored by California Native Plant Society, Bee Audacious, Marin Conservation League, and Marin Art & Garden Center As the climate warms and the weather becomes less predictable, Bay Area home […]
Splendid Basketry
Splendid Basketry
In this 6 hour workshop, learn a basketry technique using flat reed for spikes and round reed for weavers. Weave with additional, creative elements completing a unique, functional vessel. No basket-weaving experience is necessary. Ages: 18+ Skill Requirements: None Taught by: Emily Dvorin
Production Spinning: Spinning Yarn for a Large Project
Production Spinning: Spinning Yarn for a Large Project
Want to spin enough yarn for a sweater or other large project, but spinning 1500 yards or more of the same yarn feels daunting? Never fear! There are techniques that can help you spin quickly and efficiently, bringing large projects easily within reach. In this class, you’ll learn the long draw spinning technique with a […]