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SUMMARY:Growing & Processing Flax with Sandy & Durl of Chico Flax
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a fun and informative in-person\, hands-on workshop on planting\, harvesting and preparing flax to make linen. Topics and demonstrations will include: \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. \nThe hands-on portion of the workshop will include: \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 \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 students\, and will take place at the beautiful Fibershed Learning Center on Black Mountain Ranch near Point Reyes Station. (Address provided upon registration.) The class will be both outdoors and in the garage classroom\, which has plenty of ventilation and wooden folding chairs. \nTo enroll: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/251635718207 \nParticipants should bring any personal snacks\, lunch and beverages. Lunch is not included. \nImportant note: Due to the ongoing pandemic\, we will take appropriate precautions. Depending on current conditions\, masks may be required in indoor spaces for all participants\, and we will maintain appropriate physical distance during the class. If conditions change and it becomes necessary to cancel because of the pandemic\, your tuition and fees will be refunded. \n\nFibershed Scholarship Program\nFibershed is offering two scholarships to most workshops; one scholarship if it’s a small class. If you would not otherwise be able to attend\, and would like to be considered as a scholarship recipient\, please answer a few brief questions on this Google Form. Responses will be reviewed by Learning Center staff and kept strictly confidential. \n\nSandy Fisher and Durl Van Alstyne have created a social enterprise known as Chico Flax\, practicing regenerative agriculture with the help of The Center for Regenerative Agriculture and the School of Engineering at CSU\, Chico\, and other community members. They expanded their operation in 2018 to a 3.75 acre farm. Twelve years prior\, Sandy and other community members worked at various small gardens to grow and process flax into linen. Today they processes their own flax into a variety of yarns\, creating blends of their linen with local wool and cotton. This year Sandy will be participating in the prestigious Smithsonian Craft Show in Washington DC in April\, showing her handwoven shawls and scarves using Chico Flax yarns. \n\nPhoto of Durl Van Alstyne and Sandy Fisher by Paige Green \nCollage at top of page: top row\, courtesy of Chico Flax (1)\, by Paige Green (2); bottom row\, by Paige Green (1)\, courtesy of Chico Flax (2)
URL:https://fibershed.org/event/growing-processing-flax-with-chico-flax/
LOCATION:Fibershed Learning Center\, 14000 Pt. Reyes - Petaluma Rd\, Point Reyes Station\, CA\, 94956\, United States
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SUMMARY:T-shirts 101 using Foxfibre® organic cotton fabric with Gynna Clemes
DESCRIPTION:Learn to sew Colorganic® T-shirts for men\, women and children using Foxfibre® organic cotton fabric from Sally Fox \nThis workshop will take place at the beautiful Fibershed Learning Center at Black Mountain Ranch near Point Reyes Station\, CA. (Address provided upon registration.) \nSewing with knits and making clothing that fits and looks good isn’t hard or scary! As a class we will work through each step of the process. \nThis is an intro to sewing knits workshop that can be sewn by hand or sewing machine and promotes ZERO waste. Students who choose to hand sew are not expected to finish their garments in class. \nGynna will provide all materials needed for each student to have a successful sewing experience. \nEnroll here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/325986493377 \nStudents will learn: \n\nHow to sew a knit T-shirt by hand or sewing machine\nHow to trace a pattern\nHow to best layout pattern pieces on fabric for minimal waste\n\nStudents will take home: \n\nA finished T-shirt\nPattern pieces to make many more t-shirts!\n\nInstructor will provide: \n\nPaper and drafting supplies\nSimple sewing supplies\nSize specific pattern pieces\nMeasurement cards (handout)\nCut cards (handout)\nColorganic medium weight brown jersey fabric\nColorganic rib knit fabric (as needed for neckband\, arm cuffs and waist band)\nColorganic Foxfibre sewing thread\nNew needles for each machine: ball point\, jersey\n\nStudents should bring: \n\nPersonal lunch\, snacks\, and beverages (water bottle/travel mug). Lunch is not provided.\nNotepad\, pencil\nBasic sewing supplies: scissors\, pins/clips\nSewing machine (in good working order) with foot petals\, instruction book if needed and any other parts that it needs.\nOptional: students can bring knit medium weight knit fabric and rib knit fabric if they would like to prep another T-shirt in class\, if time allows\n\nExperience: Beginner sewing experience needed. Students should know how to use their own machines and be comfortable threading and changing bobbins. \nEmail Gynna at gynna@gynnamade.com if you have any questions. \nWe have a few sewing machines that are available to rent. Email Gynna to reserve your sewing machine rental. Rental fee is $50 per day. \nImportant note: Due to the ongoing pandemic\, and depending on conditions at the time\, masks may be required in indoor spaces for all participants\, and we will maintain appropriate physical distance during the class. If conditions change and it becomes necessary to cancel because of the pandemic\, your tuition and fees will be refunded. \n\nFibershed Scholarship Program\nFibershed is offering two scholarships to most workshops; one scholarship if it’s a small class. If you would not otherwise be able to attend\, and would like to be considered as a scholarship recipient\, please answer a few brief questions on this Google Form. Responses will be reviewed by Learning Center staff and kept strictly confidential. \n\nGynna Clemes received her first sewing machine at age 7\, and began designing and drafting patterns and sewing her own clothing during high school. She taught herself to knit during college\, and after college added weaving and spinning to her fiber journey. \nA mostly self-taught maker\, Gynna has a relaxed view on creating — there are many tips and tricks to learn but few steadfast rules. She enjoys learning from others and adding different views and tips to her arsenal. \nGynna’s latest clothing line — Hank and Momma Clothing — was born of necessity as an outlet to redefine and re-find herself after feeling lost under the role of being a new mother. Hank and Momma Clothing was truly the pivotal point in Gynna’s creative career. She’s passionate about creating comfy\, cozy clothing that instills confidence and promotes creative exploration for all. Today you can find Gynna’s clothing lines on her website GynnaMade.com and on FibershedMarketplace.com. \nGynna believes that anyone can learn to create a wardrobe that helps ground them and gives meaning to their lives\, wherever they are on their creative journey. \nRooted in smart fashion\, she is excited to share her experiences\, tips and tricks and creative process through her new SMART Fashion workshops. Smart fashion incorporates simple materials that actively regenerate textiles in daily life. \n\nSimple and sustainable\nMaterials that\nActively\nRegenerate\nTextiles
URL:https://fibershed.org/event/t-shirts-101-using-foxfibre-organic-cotton-fabric-with-gynna-clemes/
LOCATION:Fibershed Learning Center\, 14000 Pt. Reyes - Petaluma Rd\, Point Reyes Station\, CA\, 94956\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Fibershed Learning Center":MAILTO:rhonda@fibershed.org
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SUMMARY:Making a Coiled Straw Basket with Charlie Kennard
DESCRIPTION:Learn about the materials\, techniques and traditions of coiled straw basketry \nWe will use grasses or rush as the foundation for the beginning of a bowl-shaped basket suitable for holding fruit or for dough-rising. As binder\, we will use split peeled willow. Participants with strong hands and who wish to start a skep (beehive) will have the option of using a roadside grass and binding cane. \nBeginning and experienced weavers are welcome. We will work with materials that can be gathered or grown in our area; they are not available in stores. The purpose of the workshop is to learn about the materials\, techniques and traditions\, rather than to necessarily complete a basket in class. \nThe class is limited to 14 students\, and will take place at the beautiful Fibershed Learning Center on Black Mountain Ranch near Point Reyes Station\, CA. (Address provided upon registration.) Weather permitting\, we will be sitting outdoors in a shaded area. (You are welcome to bring an outdoor folding chair or cushion\, otherwise outdoor seating is on wooden stools.) In the case of rain\, we will be in the garage classroom\, which has plenty of ventilation and wooden folding chairs. \nParticipants should bring large scissors\, a pocket knife\, and a small water bowl (a 9-inch cake pan is ideal); plus any personal snacks\, lunch and beverages. Lunch is not included. \nRegister here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/251489912097 \nImportant note: Due to the ongoing pandemic\, masks are required in indoor spaces for all participants\, and we will maintain appropriate physical distance during the class. If conditions change and it becomes necessary to cancel because of the pandemic\, your tuition and fees will be refunded. \n\nFibershed Scholarship Program\nFibershed is offering two scholarships to most workshops; one scholarship if it’s a small class. If you would not otherwise be able to attend\, and would like to be considered as a scholarship recipient\, please answer a few brief questions on this Google Form. Responses will be reviewed by Learning Center staff and kept strictly confidential. \n\nCharlie Kennard of San Anselmo is a long-time basket weaver and student of California Indian and other traditional basketry techniques. He has taught for the Point Reyes Field Institute\, East Bay Regional Parks Botanic Garden\, the Laguna Center in Santa Rosa and in many schools and at teacher trainings. Tule boats made in his workshops can be seen at the Bay Model in Sausalito\, Lake County Museum\, and another is in the collection of the Oakland Museum. You can also visit a basketry plant garden Charlie has created at the Marin Art and Garden Center in Ross. Charlie is active in native habitat restoration in Marin\, managing several projects for Friends of Corte Madera Creek Watershed. \nPhotos in collage at top of page: left and top right\, courtesy of Charlie Kennard; bottom right\, by Paige Green
URL:https://fibershed.org/event/making-a-coiled-straw-basket-with-charlie-kennard/
LOCATION:Fibershed Learning Center\, 14000 Pt. Reyes - Petaluma Rd\, Point Reyes Station\, CA\, 94956\, United States
CATEGORIES:workshop
ORGANIZER;CN="Fibershed Learning Center":MAILTO:rhonda@fibershed.org
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