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SUMMARY:Flax Processing with Sandy and Durl of Golden State Linen
DESCRIPTION:Flax Processing with Sandy and Durl of Golden State Linen\nJoin us at the Fibershed Learning Center in Point Reyes Station\, CA for a fun\, informative\, and hands-on workshop on turning flax to linen. \nDate\nMay 17\, 2025 \n10am – 4pm \nLocation\nFibershed Learning Center \n14000 Point Reyes – Petaluma Road Point Reyes Station\, CA 94956 \nThe Event\nTopics and demonstrations will include: \n\nPlanting flax seed—broadcasting techniques versus row planting\nHarvesting flax—the right time to harvest for just fiber or fiber plus seed\nBundling flax—preparing the harvested flax for retting\nRetting—both dew retting and wet retting explained. We will discuss using a small tank or low-volume sprinklers\, and show examples of ready-retted flax.\n\nThe hands-on portion of the workshop will include: \n\nProcessing retted flax—learn how use a traditional brake\, scutch/paddle\, and a series of hackles\nCreating a strick—a decorative bundle of fiber ready to be converted into sliver for spinning\n\nStudents will come home with some seeds for planting in their garden\, flax straw ready for processing\, handouts on how to make equipment\, and more! \nThe class is limited to 15-20 students\, and will take place at the beautiful Fibershed Learning Center. The class will take place in the Learning Center Studio\, which opens up into the dye pavilion patio and has plenty of ventilation. \nAbout the Instructor\nSandy Fisher has been a professional weaver for over 40 years working with natural fibers\, her favorite being linen. In 2012 the importance of producing textiles on a local level was becoming a national movement. Missing in the local textile production in Northern California was linen. Sandy and other community members in Chico began to grow then harvest fiber flax for linen. In 2017 her husband Durl Van Alstyne joined the local linen movement when they acquired a small farm to expand their vision. The farm gave them the opportunity to grow fiber flax on a larger scale while practicing Regenerative Agriculture. Harvesting on a larger scale required a need to create small scale mechanical flax processing tools to accommodate their growth. Chico Flax was then created which is now a non profit called Golden State Linen to education and encourage flax to linen as a viable industry here in the north state. \nRegister Now
URL:https://fibershed.org/event/flax-processing/
LOCATION:Fibershed Learning Center\, 14000 Pt. Reyes - Petaluma Rd\, Point Reyes Station\, CA\, 94956\, United States
CATEGORIES:class,fiber event
ORGANIZER;CN="Fibershed Learning Center":MAILTO:rhonda@fibershed.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250531T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250531T160000
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SUMMARY:Intro to Bio Plastic Design with Olivia Cueva
DESCRIPTION:Dive into the emerging field of biomaterials and textiles with our hands-on bioplastic workshop. \nRegister here\nAre you interested in learning how to make biomaterials and textiles? Dive into this emerging field with a hands-on bio plastic workshop at the Fibershed Learning Center\, with instructor Olivia Cueva. \nJoin us for an exciting in-person event where you’ll learn how to create sustainable\, eco-friendly bio plastics using gelatin. This workshop will guide you through the applications and techniques for creating bioplastic textiles. You’ll even get to design and craft your own unique bio plastic creations to take home! \nWhy Attend? \n\nHands-On Learning: Gain practical experience in working with bio plastics.\nSustainable Materials: All materials are ethically sourced and accessible at our local grocery stores.\nMaterial Traceability: Will will trace our materials back to the source\, from land to textile.\nCreative Exploration: Unleash your creativity and discover new possibilities in textile design.\n\nThis workshop is suited for all creative experience levels\, whether you’re a seasoned artist\, a sustainability enthusiast\, or simply curious about the potential of biomaterials. Explore the intersection of sustainability and creativity\, and be part of the future new material design. \nParticipants must bring: Personal snacks\, lunch and beverages. A notebook and pen for note taking is encouraged. All other materials will be provided. \nMaximum 12 students. \nInstructor Bio: \nOlivia Cueva is a material designer\, technologist\, and researcher. Her biotextile work has been showcased globally\, including the Future Fabrics Expo in London and WGSN’s Consumer Tech Materials Forecast for 2026. With over a decade of teaching students of all ages\, she is the former Director of the David E. Glover Emerging Technology Center in East Oakland and the Co-Founder of Oakland Style Lab. Olivia holds a Master’s in Interactive Technology & Communications from NYU’s ITP program and a postgraduate degree from Fabricademy Textile & Technology Academy at the Institute of Advanced Architecture of Catalonia. \nWebsite: https://oliviacueva.co/ | Instagram: @oliviacueva.co \n– – – – – – – – – – – \nFibershed Scholarship Program \nFibershed is offering one scholarship per workshop. If you would not otherwise be able to attend\, and would like to be considered as a scholarship recipient\, please see our Scholarship Application. Responses will be reviewed by Learning Center staff and kept strictly confidential. \n_ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ \nCancellation Policy: Refunds (minus Eventbrite fees) are available up to 7 days before the event. If you cancel after 7 days before the event\, we are unable to provide refunds unless we can fill your space from the waitlist. (**Please note that this is not common.**)\nIf someone is waitlisted and is able to purchase your space\, we will refund your ticket\, minus the Eventbrite fees. Otherwise\, there will be no refunds. You are also welcome to transfer your ticket to someone who wishes to purchase it directly from you\, or let us know if someone is coming in lieu of your name. \n_ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ \nThere is livestock onsite\, so we ask that visitors please keep their pets at home. Service dogs are permitted.
URL:https://fibershed.org/event/intro-to-bio-plastic-design-with-olivia-cueva/
LOCATION:Fibershed Learning Center\, 14000 Pt. Reyes - Petaluma Rd\, Point Reyes Station\, CA\, 94956\, United States
CATEGORIES:class,workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250607T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250607T140000
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CREATED:20250430T195120Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250430T195120Z
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SUMMARY:Family Felting\, with Robyn Smith
DESCRIPTION:Explore beginning needle felting with your children for a family event on making wool toys! \nDate\nSaturday\, June 7\, 2025 \n10am – 2pm PDT \nLocation\nFibershed Learning Center \n14000 Point Reyes – Petaluma Road Point Reyes Station\, CA 94956 \nAbout the Event\nJoin us in celebrating late spring with a family workshop on beginning needle felting at the Fibershed Learning Center\, taught by Robyn Smith of Spiritplay Toys. \nA special felt puppet story and songs will be woven into this special community experience. Included are basic intro\, tools\, the techniques of designing a form working with wool to create a bunny\, sheep\, or other shape- creating the core layering\, sculpting and finishing. \nThis is a group class with children ages six and older invited to participate with a parent or parents (Babies in arms or younger siblings welcome under adult supervision). \nAdults may create one or several small animals\, as well as having the freedom to create what comes organically to them. It is a process oriented experience for children\, and the product is the freedom to learn and create. Adults will live with a good sense of how to guide their children at home with simple needle felting projects. \nFelting needles\, local wool batting\, and felting sponges will be provided for use at the event for each family group. Take home a flyer with the basic info and a material resource list\, guide\, and of course your felted animal friends! \nAdmission fee is per family group–maximum of 6 families. \nParticipants must bring: \n\nAny personal snacks\, lunch\, and beverages. Please bring a packed lunch/snack and water bottle. We will break for 30 minutes outside\, mid class.\nA notebook and pen for notetaking\, if desired.\nAppropriate comfortable attire for sitting throughout the activity\n(note: there are no shoes indoors where this event will take place. Slip-on shoes may be most practical.)\n\nRegister Now
URL:https://fibershed.org/event/family-felting/
LOCATION:Fibershed Learning Center\, 14000 Pt. Reyes - Petaluma Rd\, Point Reyes Station\, CA\, 94956\, United States
CATEGORIES:class,event,fiber event
ORGANIZER;CN="Fibershed Learning Center":MAILTO:rhonda@fibershed.org
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DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250608T160000
DTSTAMP:20260404T120446
CREATED:20250420T044057Z
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SUMMARY:Natural Palettes: Late-Spring to Summer Dyes\, with Sasha Duerr
DESCRIPTION:Revel in the richness of local\, seasonal\, and freshly harvested natural dyes\, led by renowned dye instructor and artist \nDate\nJune 8th \n10am – 4pm PDT \nLocation\nFibershed Learning Center \n14000 Point Reyes \nPetaluma Road Point Reyes Station\, CA 94956 \nAbout the Class\nJoin renowned natural dyer\, Sasha Duerr\, for an exceptional\, visiting workshop opportunity on natural dyes! We will meet at the Fibershed Learning Center in Point Reyes Station for a day of exploring the natural palettes of Northern California seasonal color\, as late-spring offerings transition to early summer provisions. \nWe will gather a variety of plants and other ingredients on-site\, then use them to make natural dyebaths. \nTogether we will create a hyper-local dye palette from a curated selection of gathered ingredients on-site\, including weeds\, food\, and flora waste\, and wield them into natural dyebaths for our natural colored conjurings. \nExplore the nuances and beauty of color terroir\, and create an array of take-home\, naturally dyed textiles\, saturated in the local seasonal tones of West Marin. \nMaximum 16 students. \nParticipants must bring: \n\nAny personal snacks\, lunch\, and beverages. Coffee and tea will be provided.\nA notebook and pen for note taking is encouraged.\nAppropriate clothing and footwear: in case of dye stains\, for harvesting and gathering plant material outdoors\, etc\n\nSign up here
URL:https://fibershed.org/event/natural-palettes-class/
LOCATION:Fibershed Learning Center\, 14000 Pt. Reyes - Petaluma Rd\, Point Reyes Station\, CA\, 94956\, United States
CATEGORIES:class,natural dye workshop
ORGANIZER;CN="Fibershed Learning Center":MAILTO:rhonda@fibershed.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250628T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250628T160000
DTSTAMP:20260404T120446
CREATED:20250424T041014Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250424T041015Z
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SUMMARY:Wild Basketry – Invasive Plant Cordage and Coiled Basketry\, with Julia Han
DESCRIPTION:Learn how to make cordage using invasive plants and create your own coiled basket\nThis workshop is part one of a two-day weekend series on invasive plant basketry. Register for both classes\, or for an individual class. \nDate\nSaturday\, June 28 \n10am – 4pm PDT \nAbout the Class\nSpend the day with instructor Julia Han at the Fibershed Learning Center learning to identify fiber plants commonly found in California\, and exploring how some of these can be foraged and transformed into beautiful and functional objects. \nWe’ll begin with a guided walk to explore a variety of native and non-native/invasive plants growing nearby\, discussing how to harvest them responsibly and prepare them for use. Back in the workshop\, you’ll learn tips on working with plant fibers and practice foundational basketry techniques including cordage-making and coiling. You’ll use these skills to create your own coiled basket using invasive plants. \nThis beginner-friendly workshop offers a hands-on introduction to natural fiber craft and working with foraged materials. Take this as a standalone workshop\, or pair it with Day 2 to deepen your skills. \nFull Weekend Description for Day 1 & 2:\nJoin us for a two-day\, hands-on experience of identifying\, foraging\, and transforming common invasive grasses and other plants into beautiful and functional objects using essential basketry techniques. After these beginner-friendly workshops\, you’ll leave with your own handmade works and the skills to continue working with foraged materials on your own. Along the way\, we’ll touch on the ecological role of invasive species and how we can make use of these abundant materials that are often overlooked. \nEach day will begin with a walk through the Fibershed property\, where we’ll observe and identify plants suitable for fiber and other uses. Along the way\, we’ll discuss ethnobotanical uses\, sustainable harvesting practices\, and what to look for in strong\, flexible materials. Back in the workshop space\, we’ll examine a variety of dried plant materials — grasses\, leafy fibers\, woody vines and branches\, barks\, and roots—and learn how each category behaves and what use it’s best suited for. \nOn Day 1 [link]\, we’ll get hands-on with invasive grasses and other foraged plants through the essential skill of cordage-making\, gaining an understanding of how different fibers behave when twisted together. We’ll then create a soft basket using the coiling technique\, where a material is wrapped and stitched around a central core\, incorporating your cordage into the design. \nOn Day 2 [link]\, we’ll build a basket using the more intricate twining technique\, using cordage as the foundational spokes and learning key tips for creating a strong structure. The workshop will feature a demo on making a small hand broom using bundled grasses or other foraged plant materials. \nSeparate registration is required for both days.\nMaximum 10 students. \nParticipants must bring:\n\nPruners or sharp scissors\, for cutting plant fibers\nTowel (one that can get messy)\nAny personal snacks\, lunch\, and beverages. Coffee and tea will be provided.\nA notebook and pen for note taking is encouraged.\n\nRegister Now
URL:https://fibershed.org/event/wild-basketry/
LOCATION:Fibershed Learning Center\, 14000 Pt. Reyes - Petaluma Rd\, Point Reyes Station\, CA\, 94956\, United States
CATEGORIES:class,fiber event,natural building,workshop
ORGANIZER;CN="Fibershed Learning Center":MAILTO:rhonda@fibershed.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250629T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250629T160000
DTSTAMP:20260404T120446
CREATED:20250424T050241Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250424T050241Z
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SUMMARY:Wild Basketry - Invasive Plant Twined Basket (& Hand Broom) with Julia Han
DESCRIPTION:Learn the more intricate twining technique and create your own unique basket using foraged invasive grasses and other plant materials\nThis workshop is part one of a two-day weekend series on invasive plant basketry. Register for both classes\, or for an individual class. \nDate\nSunday\, June 29 \n10am – 4pm PDT \nAbout the Class\nThis workshop is part two of a two-day weekend series on invasive plant basketry. Register for both classes\, or for an individual class. \nDuring this workshop\, we’ll continue explore the fiber potential of wild plants with instructor Julia Han at the Fibershed Learning Center. We will begin with a shorter walk to review plants covered on Day 1. Back in the workshop\, you’ll learn the more intricate twining technique and begin creating your own unique basket using foraged invasive grasses and other plant materials. We’ll also include a demonstration on how to make a simple hand broom using foraged materials. \nThis workshop offers a hands-on introduction to working with wild plants and finer basketry work. Take this as a standalone workshop\, or pair it with Day 1 to deepen your skills. \nFull Weekend Description for Day 1 & 2: \nJoin us for a two-day\, hands-on experience of identifying\, foraging\, and transforming common invasive grasses and other plants into beautiful and functional objects using essential basketry techniques. After these beginner-friendly workshops\, you’ll leave with your own handmade works and the eyes to continue working with foraged materials on your own. Along the way\, we’ll touch on the ecological role of invasive species and how we can make use of these abundant materials that are often overlooked. \nEach day will begin with a walk through the Fibershed property\, where we’ll observe and identify plants suitable for fiber and other uses. Along the way\, we’ll discuss ethnobotanical uses\, sustainable harvesting practices\, and what to look for in strong\, flexible materials. Back in the workshop space\, we’ll examine a variety of dried plant materials — grasses\, leafy fibers\, woody vines and branches\, barks\, and roots—and learn how each category behaves and what use it’s best suited for. \nOn Day 1 [link]\, we’ll get hands-on with invasive grasses and other foraged plants through the essential skill of cordage-making\, gaining an understanding of how different fibers behave when twisted together. We’ll then create a soft basket using the coiling technique\, where a material is wrapped and stitched around a central core\, incorporating your cordage into the design. \nOn Day 2 [link]\, we’ll build a basket using the more intricate twining technique\, using cordage as the foundational spokes and learning key tips for creating a strong structure. The workshop will feature a demo on making a small hand broom using bundled grasses or other foraged plant materials. \nSeparate registration is required for both days. \nMaximum 10 students. \nParticipants must bring: \n\nPruners or sharp scissors\, for cutting plant fibers\nTowel (one that can get messy)\nAny personal snacks\, lunch\, and beverages. Coffee and tea will be provided.\nA notebook and pen for note taking is encouraged.\n\nRegister Now
URL:https://fibershed.org/event/wild-basketry-julia-han/
LOCATION:Fibershed Learning Center\, 14000 Pt. Reyes - Petaluma Rd\, Point Reyes Station\, CA\, 94956\, United States
CATEGORIES:class,fiber event,natural building,workshop
ORGANIZER;CN="Fibershed Learning Center":MAILTO:rhonda@fibershed.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250712T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250712T160000
DTSTAMP:20260404T120446
CREATED:20250430T161016Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250430T161222Z
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SUMMARY:Help the Kelp: Create Natural Dye with Sea Urchins\, with Seelie Studio
DESCRIPTION:Help the kelp by dyeing silk and wool items with the overpopulation of purple urchins! Meet live urchins and learn about oceanic dyes \nDate\nSaturday\, July 12\, 2025 \n10am – 4pm PDT \nLocation\nFibershed Learning Center \n14000 Point Reyes – Petaluma Road Point Reyes Station\, CA 94956 \nAbout the Event\nThe Fibershed Learning Center is excited to offer Seelie Studio‘s most in-depth urchin dye workshop to date! \nFor the first time\, Margaret Seelie\, the founder of Seelie Studio\, will show you the entire urchin dye process\, beginning with how we source the urchins\, process their bodies with care\, and create the dye. You’ll have your own dye station where you’ll get to experience this unforgettable natural dye process and dye a silk pillowcase\, wool scarf\, and small silk squares. \nFor the first time\, Seelie Studio will also have live urchins in class for you to touch\, hold\, and marvel at these magnificent creatures. You’ll learn about our spikey friends with PhD student and urchin extraordinaires Maddie Armstrong. \nSea Urchins are incredible creatures. However\, due to human impact\, their populations have gone unchecked\, and they have consumed 95% of the kelp forests in California. In efforts to help the kelp and honor these magnificent animals\, we will create beautifully dyed items using urchins from various kelp restoration projects along the West Coast. Join us at the intersection of environmental responsibility and artistic expression. \nWhat’s included: \n✴ Personal dye kit station with ingredients for a half-gallon sea urchin dye bath\n✴ One silk pillowcase with zipper (14”)\n✴ One wool scarf (8×54”)\n✴ Two silk squares\n✴ One urchin shell (also known as a test)\n✴ (optional) You are welcome to bring any silk or wool items from home\, like yarn\, that you wish to dye. If there is enough dye left over\, you’re welcome to use it.\n✴ (optional) Bring a jar to take any leftover dye or sludge home with you to keep experimenting. \nNote: Seelie Studio will have urchin dye kit refills available for purchase! Each refill includes enough acid and urchin spine dust to create a ½ gallon dye bath on your own. You will also take home the glass jar we used to create your dye in class. \nMaximum 16 students. \nParticipants must bring: \n\nAny personal snacks\, lunch\, and beverages. Coffee and tea will be provided.\nA notebook and pen for note taking is encouraged.\nAppropriate\, studio-safe clothing and footwear\n\nRegister Now
URL:https://fibershed.org/event/natural-dye-with-sea-urchins/
LOCATION:Fibershed Learning Center\, 14000 Pt. Reyes - Petaluma Rd\, Point Reyes Station\, CA\, 94956\, United States
CATEGORIES:class,natural dye workshop
ORGANIZER;CN="Fibershed Learning Center":MAILTO:rhonda@fibershed.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250906T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250906T160000
DTSTAMP:20260404T120446
CREATED:20250627T163112Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250627T163213Z
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SUMMARY:Day 1: Making Artist's Inks & Lake and Mineral Pigments
DESCRIPTION:Explore the vibrant art of ink-making using foraged and cultivated plants\, and learn how to make versatile pigments from earth and plants. To register for Day 2 of this workshop\, click here.\nDate\nSeptember 6\, 2025 \nTime\n10am – 4pm PDT \nLocation\nFibershed Learning Center \n14000 Point Reyes – Petaluma Road \nPoint Reyes Station\, CA 94956 \nAbout the Event\nLearn different processes of paint-making using hand-gathered plants and earth. \nJoin either one or two days of this natural color intensive workshop series\, led by esteemed pigment artist Judi Pettite\, aka “BioHue\,” at the Fibershed Learning Center. Formerly based in Northern California\, this is an opportunity to learn from Judi again as she visits from Southern California. \nRegistration is discounted for participants signing up for both Day 1 and 2. \nDay 1. Artist Ink: A Hands-On Workshop • Saturday\, Sep. 6 10am-4pm \n\nᝰ Explore the vibrant art of ink-making using foraged and cultivated plants\, as well as repurposed dye vats.\nThis immersive\, hands-on class is ideal for artists of all backgrounds—whether you work in drawing\, painting\, fiber arts\, or installation. You’ll learn how to craft saturated\, long-lasting inks and build your own palette from seasonal local plants\, a primary color palette and a few unexpected hues.\nThe course includes plenty of time for creative experimentation and guided instruction. Each student will leave with sample bottles of handmade ink and recipes to continue your practice at home.\nAll necessary class materials are included (brushes\, paper\, ink bottles\, pigments\, tools\, etc).\n\nDay 2. Lake and Mineral Pigments • Sunday\, Sep. 7 10am-4pm \n\nᝰ What is a lake pigment? How do mineral pigments differ? Dive into this hands-on exploration of pigment-making techniques\, from earth and lake-based sources to finished watercolor pans. This workshop is perfect for artists working in painting\, printmaking\, textiles\, installation\, or anyone curious about handmade color. Together\, we’ll follow the full paint-making process—from selecting raw materials to grinding them into artist-quality pigments. You’ll learn the distinct characteristics of mineral and lake pigments\, and how to incorporate them into your creative practice.\nEach participant will make their own pan watercolors and take home a set of handmade samples. Shells for making watercolor pans will be provided\, but students are welcome to bring their own containers or shells if they prefer their own.\nAll necessary class materials are included (brushes\, paper\, pigments\, tools\, etc).\n\nParticipants must bring: \n\nAny personal snacks\, lunch\, and beverages. Coffee and tea will be provided.\nA notebook and pen for note taking is encouraged.\nAppropriate clothing and footwear (in case of dye stains\, for harvesting and gathering plant material outdoors\, etc). An apron or smock is recommended to keep your clothes clean.\nOptional: favorite personal brushes\, paper\, or sketchbooks.\nOptional (for day 2 only): shells\, bottle caps\, or other small vessels for personalized\, creative storage of watercolors made in class\nAll necessary class materials are included (brushes\, paper\, pigments\, tools\, etc).\n\nRegister Now
URL:https://fibershed.org/event/making-artists-inks-1/
LOCATION:Fibershed Learning Center\, 14000 Pt. Reyes - Petaluma Rd\, Point Reyes Station\, CA\, 94956\, United States
CATEGORIES:class,natural building
ORGANIZER;CN="Fibershed Learning Center":MAILTO:rhonda@fibershed.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250907T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250907T160000
DTSTAMP:20260404T120446
CREATED:20250627T163422Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250627T163422Z
UID:32949-1757239200-1757260800@fibershed.org
SUMMARY:Day 2: Making Artist's Inks & Lake and Mineral Pigments
DESCRIPTION:Explore the vibrant art of ink-making using foraged and cultivated plants\, and learn how to make versatile pigments from earth and plants. To register for Day 1 of this workshop\, click here.\nDate\nSeptember 7\, 2025 \nTime\n10am – 4pm PDT \nLocation\nFibershed Learning Center \n14000 Point Reyes – Petaluma Road \nPoint Reyes Station\, CA 94956 \nAbout the Event\nLearn different processes of paint-making using hand-gathered plants and earth. \nJoin either one or two days of this natural color intensive workshop series\, led by esteemed pigment artist Judi Pettite\, aka “BioHue\,” at the Fibershed Learning Center. Formerly based in Northern California\, this is an opportunity to learn from Judi again as she visits from Southern California. \nRegistration is discounted for participants signing up for both Day 1 and 2. \nDay 1. Artist Ink: A Hands-On Workshop • Saturday\, Sep. 6 10am-4pm \n\nᝰ Explore the vibrant art of ink-making using foraged and cultivated plants\, as well as repurposed dye vats.\nThis immersive\, hands-on class is ideal for artists of all backgrounds—whether you work in drawing\, painting\, fiber arts\, or installation. You’ll learn how to craft saturated\, long-lasting inks and build your own palette from seasonal local plants\, a primary color palette and a few unexpected hues.\nThe course includes plenty of time for creative experimentation and guided instruction. Each student will leave with sample bottles of handmade ink and recipes to continue your practice at home.\nAll necessary class materials are included (brushes\, paper\, ink bottles\, pigments\, tools\, etc).\n\nDay 2. Lake and Mineral Pigments • Sunday\, Sep. 7 10am-4pm \n\nᝰ What is a lake pigment? How do mineral pigments differ? Dive into this hands-on exploration of pigment-making techniques\, from earth and lake-based sources to finished watercolor pans. This workshop is perfect for artists working in painting\, printmaking\, textiles\, installation\, or anyone curious about handmade color. Together\, we’ll follow the full paint-making process—from selecting raw materials to grinding them into artist-quality pigments. You’ll learn the distinct characteristics of mineral and lake pigments\, and how to incorporate them into your creative practice.\nEach participant will make their own pan watercolors and take home a set of handmade samples. Shells for making watercolor pans will be provided\, but students are welcome to bring their own containers or shells if they prefer their own.\nAll necessary class materials are included (brushes\, paper\, pigments\, tools\, etc).\n\nParticipants must bring: \n\nAny personal snacks\, lunch\, and beverages. Coffee and tea will be provided.\nA notebook and pen for note taking is encouraged.\nAppropriate clothing and footwear (in case of dye stains\, for harvesting and gathering plant material outdoors\, etc). An apron or smock is recommended to keep your clothes clean.\nOptional: favorite personal brushes\, paper\, or sketchbooks.\nOptional (for day 2 only): shells\, bottle caps\, or other small vessels for personalized\, creative storage of watercolors made in class\nAll necessary class materials are included (brushes\, paper\, pigments\, tools\, etc).\n\nRegister Now
URL:https://fibershed.org/event/making-artists-inks-2/
LOCATION:Fibershed Learning Center\, 14000 Pt. Reyes - Petaluma Rd\, Point Reyes Station\, CA\, 94956\, United States
CATEGORIES:class,natural building
ORGANIZER;CN="Fibershed Learning Center":MAILTO:rhonda@fibershed.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250913T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250913T160000
DTSTAMP:20260404T120446
CREATED:20250801T002841Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250801T003350Z
UID:32994-1757757600-1757779200@fibershed.org
SUMMARY:Weaving Nature: Threadless Pine Needle Basketry\, with Abeni Pierson
DESCRIPTION:Explore the art of basketry using coiled techniques and create your own pine needle basket from natural\, foraged materials.\nDate\nSaturday\, September 13\, 2025 \nTime\n10AM – 4PM PST \nLocation\nFibershed Learning Center \n14000 Point Reyes – Petaluma Road \nPoint Reyes Station\, CA 94956 \nAbout the Event\nThis course is part one of a two-day pine need basketry series taught by instructor Abeni Pierson at the Fibershed Learning Center. Sign up for either or both courses. Registration for each day is separate. \nTo see more details and register for day 2\, click the link below: \nClass 1: Weaving Nature: Threadless Pine Needle Basketry Saturday\, Sep. 13 • 10am-4pm \nClass 2: Rooted Thread: Pine Needle Basketry (Waxed Thread) Sunday\, Sep. 14 • 10am-4pm \nClass 1: Weaving Nature: Threadless Pine Needle Basketry\nStudents will learn the technique of coiling pine needles into baskets without using thread\, a rare and ancient technique rooted in ancestral practices. We’ll begin with a discussion on sustainable foraging and how to identify and prepare pine needles\, which I harvest\, clean\, and dye. \nWe’ll also discuss basketry traditions across cultures and the ecological importance of pine trees. By the end of the session\, students will walk away with a strong foundation in threadless basketry\, a nearly finished piece\, and the skills to continue weaving at home. \nMaximum 15 students. \nParticipants should bring: \n\nAny personal snacks\, lunch\, and beverages. Coffee and tea will be provided.\nA notebook and pen for note taking is encouraged.\nComfortable clothing and shoes are recommended. Students will be seating for long periods.\nFeel free to bring a floor pillow or cushion for added comfort; other seating will be available.\n\nSign Up
URL:https://fibershed.org/event/weaving-nature/
LOCATION:Fibershed Learning Center\, 14000 Pt. Reyes - Petaluma Rd\, Point Reyes Station\, CA\, 94956\, United States
CATEGORIES:class,natural building
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250914T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250914T160000
DTSTAMP:20260404T120446
CREATED:20250801T003209Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250801T003232Z
UID:32997-1757844000-1757865600@fibershed.org
SUMMARY:Rooted thread: Pine Needle Basketry (Waxed Thread)\, with Abeni Pierson
DESCRIPTION:Discover the California-rooted tradition of pine needle basketry by weaving your own using waxed thread and sustainably foraged materials.\nDate\nSunday\, September 14\, 2025 \nTime\n10AM – 4PM PST \nLocation\nFibershed Learning Center \n14000 Point Reyes – Petaluma Road \nPoint Reyes Station\, CA 94956 \nAbout the Event\nThis course is part one of a two-day pine need basketry series taught by instructor Abeni Pierson at the Fibershed Learning Center. Sign up for either or both courses. Registration for each day is separate. \nTo see more details and register for day 1\, click the link below: \nClass 1: Weaving Nature: Threadless Pine Needle Basketry Saturday\, Sep. 13 • 10am-4pm \nClass 2: Rooted Thread: Pine Needle Basketry (Waxed Thread) Sunday\, Sep. 14 • 10am-4pm \nClass 2: Rooted thread: Pine Needle Basketry (Waxed Thread)\nIn this beginner-friendly workshop\, we’ll explore pine needle basketry and the history of pine needle weaving. Using waxed linen thread for a colorful and structured result\, participants will learn to weave a base\, add stitches\, shape their form\, and incorporate decorative elements. \nAll needles are hand-harvested and prepped by me\, with an emphasis on sustainable foraging practices. Students will leave with a beautiful basket start (or finished piece depending on pace) and the knowledge to continue weaving at home. \nMaximum 15 students. \nParticipants should bring: \n\nAny personal snacks\, lunch\, and beverages. Coffee and tea will be provided.\nA notebook and pen for note taking is encouraged.\nComfortable clothing and shoes are recommended. Students will be seating for long periods.\nFeel free to bring a floor pillow or cushion for added comfort; other seating will be available\n\nSign Up
URL:https://fibershed.org/event/weaving-nature-2/
LOCATION:Fibershed Learning Center\, 14000 Pt. Reyes - Petaluma Rd\, Point Reyes Station\, CA\, 94956\, United States
CATEGORIES:class,natural building
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260228T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260228T160000
DTSTAMP:20260404T120446
CREATED:20260218T163019Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260224T045931Z
UID:33455-1772287200-1772294400@fibershed.org
SUMMARY:Wildcrafternoon Children's Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Saturdays this Spring! \nJoin us at the Fibershed Learning Center for a nature-based crafting workshop series\, led by nature-based educator Èské Addams and designed especially for young learners\, age 7 and up. This is a great opportunity for your child to learn various nature-based crafting skills and to engage directly with different types of organic materials and hand tools. \n🌿 Dates & Workshop Activity Lineup: These Saturdays will be monthly–please sign up separately for each event via Eventbrite: \n\n📜 February 28: Making Paper\, Seedballs\, & Paper-pulp Sculptures\,\n📚 March 28: Bookbinding & Nature journaling\,\n🍂 April 18: Flower pressing & Nature collages\,\n🧺 May 30: Basket & Cordage weaving\,\n🍃 June 27: Eco-printing & Plant dyeing\,\n\n🌿Registration: While most other Fibershed workshops use a need-based scholarship application fee structure\, this workshop series uses a self-reporting sliding-scale approach (based on the Green Bottle model)\, which was personally designed by the teacher and is used in all of her educational offerings. \nMaximum 10 students per workshop\, so reserve your child’s spot via our 2/28 Evenbrite listing  (fees are included in the ticket cost to maximize access for all). \nTravel / Childcare Assistance: Fibershed offers limited assistance for travel and/or childcare. If you would not otherwise be able to attend a workshop due to transportation challenges or limited resources as a parent\, please apply for our Accessibility Assistance application. \nQuestions?: Email LearningCenter@fibershed.org.
URL:https://fibershed.org/event/wildcrafternoon-childrens-workshop/
LOCATION:Fibershed Learning Center\, 14000 Pt. Reyes - Petaluma Rd\, Point Reyes Station\, CA\, 94956\, United States
CATEGORIES:children's,class,workshop
ORGANIZER;CN="Fibershed":MAILTO:hello@fibershed.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260328T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260328T140000
DTSTAMP:20260404T120446
CREATED:20260224T044032Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260224T050342Z
UID:33465-1774706400-1774706400@fibershed.org
SUMMARY:Wildcrafternoon Children's Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Saturdays this Spring! \nJoin us at the Fibershed Learning Center for a nature-based crafting workshop series\, led by nature-based educator Èské Addams and designed especially for young learners\, age 7 and up. This is a great opportunity for your child to learn various nature-based crafting skills and to engage directly with different types of organic materials and hand tools. \n🌿 Dates & Workshop Activity Lineup: These Saturdays will be monthly–please sign up separately for each event via Eventbrite: \n\n📜 February 28: Making Paper\, Seedballs\, & Paper-pulp Sculptures\,\n📚 March 28: Bookbinding & Nature journaling\,\n🍂 April 18: Flower pressing & Nature collages\,\n🧺 May 30: Basket & Cordage weaving\,\n🍃 June 27: Eco-printing & Plant dyeing\,\n\n🌿Registration: While most other Fibershed workshops use a need-based scholarship application fee structure\, this workshop series uses a self-reporting sliding-scale approach (based on the Green Bottle model)\, which was personally designed by the teacher and is used in all of her educational offerings. \nMaximum 10 students per workshop\, so reserve your child’s spot via our 3/28 Evenbrite listing  (fees are included in the ticket cost to maximize access for all). \nTravel / Childcare Assistance: Fibershed offers limited assistance for travel and/or childcare. If you would not otherwise be able to attend a workshop due to transportation challenges or limited resources as a parent\, please apply for our Accessibility Assistance application. \nQuestions?: Email LearningCenter@fibershed.org.
URL:https://fibershed.org/event/wildcrafternoon-childrens-workshop-series/
LOCATION:Fibershed Learning Center\, 14000 Pt. Reyes - Petaluma Rd\, Point Reyes Station\, CA\, 94956\, United States
CATEGORIES:children's,class,workshop
ORGANIZER;CN="Fibershed":MAILTO:hello@fibershed.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260418T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260418T140000
DTSTAMP:20260404T120446
CREATED:20260224T044247Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260224T050228Z
UID:33466-1776520800-1776520800@fibershed.org
SUMMARY:Wildcrafternoon Children's Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Saturdays this Spring! \nJoin us at the Fibershed Learning Center for a nature-based crafting workshop series\, led by nature-based educator Èské Addams and designed especially for young learners\, age 7 and up. This is a great opportunity for your child to learn various nature-based crafting skills and to engage directly with different types of organic materials and hand tools. \n🌿 Dates & Workshop Activity Lineup: These Saturdays will be monthly–please sign up separately for each event via Eventbrite: \n\n📜 February 28: Making Paper\, Seedballs\, & Paper-pulp Sculptures\,\n📚 March 28: Bookbinding & Nature journaling\,\n🍂 April 18: Flower pressing & Nature collages\,\n🧺 May 30: Basket & Cordage weaving\,\n🍃 June 27: Eco-printing & Plant dyeing\,\n\n🌿Registration: While most other Fibershed workshops use a need-based scholarship application fee structure\, this workshop series uses a self-reporting sliding-scale approach (based on the Green Bottle model)\, which was personally designed by the teacher and is used in all of her educational offerings. \nMaximum 10 students per workshop\, so reserve your child’s spot via our 4/18 Evenbrite listing  (fees are included in the ticket cost to maximize access for all). \nTravel / Childcare Assistance: Fibershed offers limited assistance for travel and/or childcare. If you would not otherwise be able to attend a workshop due to transportation challenges or limited resources as a parent\, please apply for our Accessibility Assistance application. \nQuestions?: Email LearningCenter@fibershed.org.
URL:https://fibershed.org/event/wildcrafternoon-childrens-workshop-series-2/
LOCATION:Fibershed Learning Center\, 14000 Pt. Reyes - Petaluma Rd\, Point Reyes Station\, CA\, 94956\, United States
CATEGORIES:children's,class,workshop
ORGANIZER;CN="Fibershed":MAILTO:hello@fibershed.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260530T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260530T140000
DTSTAMP:20260404T120446
CREATED:20260224T044853Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260224T045718Z
UID:33467-1780149600-1780149600@fibershed.org
SUMMARY:Wildcrafternoon Children's Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Saturdays this Spring! \nJoin us at the Fibershed Learning Center for a nature-based crafting workshop series\, led by nature-based educator Èské Addams and designed especially for young learners\, age 7 and up. This is a great opportunity for your child to learn various nature-based crafting skills and to engage directly with different types of organic materials and hand tools. \n🌿 Dates & Workshop Activity Lineup: These Saturdays will be monthly–please sign up separately for each event via Eventbrite: \n\n📜 February 28: Making Paper\, Seedballs\, & Paper-pulp Sculptures\,\n📚 March 28: Bookbinding & Nature journaling\,\n🍂 April 18: Flower pressing & Nature collages\,\n🧺 May 30: Basket & Cordage weaving\,\n🍃 June 27: Eco-printing & Plant dyeing\,\n\n🌿Registration: While most other Fibershed workshops use a need-based scholarship application fee structure\, this workshop series uses a self-reporting sliding-scale approach (based on the Green Bottle model)\, which was personally designed by the teacher and is used in all of her educational offerings. \nMaximum 10 students per workshop\, so reserve your child’s spot via our May 30th Evenbrite listing  (fees are included in the ticket cost to maximize access for all). \nTravel / Childcare Assistance: Fibershed offers limited assistance for travel and/or childcare. If you would not otherwise be able to attend a workshop due to transportation challenges or limited resources as a parent\, please apply for our Accessibility Assistance application. \nQuestions?: Email LearningCenter@fibershed.org.
URL:https://fibershed.org/event/wildcrafternoon-childrens-workshop-series-3/
LOCATION:Fibershed Learning Center\, 14000 Pt. Reyes - Petaluma Rd\, Point Reyes Station\, CA\, 94956\, United States
CATEGORIES:children's,class,workshop
ORGANIZER;CN="Fibershed":MAILTO:hello@fibershed.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260627T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260627T140000
DTSTAMP:20260404T120446
CREATED:20260224T045155Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260224T045542Z
UID:33468-1782568800-1782568800@fibershed.org
SUMMARY:Wildcrafternoon Children's Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Saturdays Series this Spring! \nJoin us at the Fibershed Learning Center for a nature-based crafting workshop series\, led by nature-based educator Èské Addams and designed especially for young learners\, age 7 and up. This is a great opportunity for your child to learn various nature-based crafting skills and to engage directly with different types of organic materials and hand tools. \n🌿 Dates & Workshop Activity Lineup: These Saturdays will be monthly–please sign up separately for each event via Eventbrite: \n\n📜 February 28: Making Paper\, Seedballs\, & Paper-pulp Sculptures\,\n📚 March 28: Bookbinding & Nature journaling\,\n🍂 April 18: Flower pressing & Nature collages\,\n🧺 May 30: Basket & Cordage weaving\,\n🍃 June 27: Eco-printing & Plant dyeing\,\n\n🌿Registration: While most other Fibershed workshops use a need-based scholarship application fee structure\, this workshop series uses a self-reporting sliding-scale approach (based on the Green Bottle model)\, which was personally designed by the teacher and is used in all of her educational offerings. \nMaximum 10 students per workshop\, so reserve your child’s spot via our June 27th Evenbrite listing  (fees are included in the ticket cost to maximize access for all). \nTravel / Childcare Assistance: Fibershed offers limited assistance for travel and/or childcare. If you would not otherwise be able to attend a workshop due to transportation challenges or limited resources as a parent\, please apply for our Accessibility Assistance application. \nQuestions?: Email LearningCenter@fibershed.org.
URL:https://fibershed.org/event/wildcrafternoon-childrens-workshop-series-4/
LOCATION:Fibershed Learning Center\, 14000 Pt. Reyes - Petaluma Rd\, Point Reyes Station\, CA\, 94956\, United States
CATEGORIES:children's,class,workshop
ORGANIZER;CN="Fibershed":MAILTO:hello@fibershed.org
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