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Indonesian Batik + Indigo (2 DAY)
Fiber Circle Studio 113 Kentucky St., Petaluma, CA, United StatesTHIS IS A 2 DAY WORKSHOP. May 4 +5; 10 - 5 Artists Agus Ismoyo and Nia Fliam from Yogyakarta, Indonesia will hold a two-day workshop in batik using indigo dyes. This workshop will take participants through a step by step experience of the batik process. Ismoyo and Nia will share also some about the […]
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Weaving Warp Ikat
Ikat is the technique in which yarn is tied and dyed before weaving. In warp ikat, the technique is applied only to the warp. Setting up the warp on the loom requires elaborate and precise work, but once this is accomplished, weaving is simple and quick. Classes meet on four consecutive Saturdays: May 4, […]
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Wool Processing for Spinning
Crockett Fiber Arts Studio 1322 Pomona St, Crockett, CAIt’s Shearing Season! Don’t know what to do with a raw fleece? I can teach you that! In my Wool Processing for Spinning class, you’ll learn how to select a fleece, prepare fiber for washing, the washing process, and preparation of washed and dried iober for spinning using a drum carder, hand cards, and […]
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Inkle Loom Design + Weaving with Annie MacHale
Fiber Circle Studio 113 Kentucky St., Petaluma, CA, United StatesInkle Loom Design + Weaving with Annie MacHale Welcome to the land of inkle weaving! Annie MacHale, a weaver based in New Mexico, will be making a special trip to the studio to share her incredible inkle weaving knowledge! This class will provide students with color and design theory for warp-faced bandweaving and then give […]
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Cocoknits Sweater Workshop – 6 week class
A Verb for Keeping Warm 6328 San Pablo Avenue, Oakland, CA, United StatesCocoknits Sweater Workshop - May 4th + 11th, June 1st + 8th + July 13th + 20th Instructor: Julie Weisenberger of Cocoknits This six-week intensive will allow you the time and motivation to complete a knitted sweater. Cocoknits patterns are stylish and can be knit in a huge array of yarn. They are perfect for […]
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Wet Felting
Crockett Fiber Arts Studio 1322 Pomona St, Crockett, CAFelting, while rather counterintuitive for a spinner, is such a fun thing to do. Wet Felting is a regular at the studio and the results are always stunning. You can register here. 90 minutes, $60.
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Beginning Nuno Felting
Crockett Fiber Arts Studio 1322 Pomona St, Crockett, CANuno Felting is a way of creating garments, sculptures, hats and art pieces using the interlocking trait of wool fibers laid over silk. The fibers bond to the silk, creating a lightweight felted fabric that can be used in many ways. The technique was developed around 1992 by Polly Stirling, a fiber artist from New […]
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Eco Printing
Fiber Circle Studio 113 Kentucky St., Petaluma, CA, United StatesEco Printing Come join us for an eco printing workshop with local fiber artist, Jonatha Foli. Using locally foraged plant material rich with tannins and wool fabric milled in New England, you will learn the history and techniques used to create an eco printed piece, and then create your own piece to take home. There […]
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Knitting – Lace Shawl
Fiber Circle Studio 113 Kentucky St., Petaluma, CA, United StatesKnitting - Lace Shawl THIS IS A 2 SESSION CLASS. May 5 + 19; 11:30 - 1:00 Ready for beginning lace work? This fun and beautiful pattern is the perfect first lace project or a great way to brush up on your lace knitting skills! What to bring: Small Size: 400 yards of sock weight […]
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Production Spinning: Spinning Yarn for a Large Project
Crockett Fiber Arts Studio 1322 Pomona St, Crockett, CAWant 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 […]