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Beginning Weaving 4-Week Course
In beginning weaving, students learn to dress a loom, weave, and finish a project of their choice. Classes meet on four consecutive Saturdays: June 1, 8, 15, and 22, 11 am - 2 pm. Students enrolled in Beginning Weaving can schedule free open studio time outside of class during the weeks of their enrollment. $365 […]
Rigid Heddle Weaving for Beginners
Fiber Circle Studio 113 Kentucky St., Petaluma, CA, United StatesWeave a neck warmer (a short scarf with a slit) or a table runner on a take-anywhere rigid heddle loom and learn the easiest warping method you'll ever use! You will learn how to plan a project, choose yarn, and calculate yardage. Rigid heddle looms are simple to warp, inexpensive, and very portable. This is […]
Natural Dyeing Workshops – Gradient Yarns
Sincere Sheep dye studio Napa, CA, United StatesExplore naturally dyed gradient yarns during a day full of interesting discussion and hands-on experience. The workshop will be co-hosted by Brooke Sinnes of Sincere Sheep yarns and Kira Dulaney of Kira K Designs, and held at the backyard dye studio of Sincere Sheep in Napa, CA. We will dye two four-ounce yarn blanks of Sincere Sheep […]
Knitting – Boxy Lace Top
Fiber Circle Studio 113 Kentucky St., Petaluma, CA, United StatesThis is a 3 session class! June 2, 23 + July 14; 11:30 - 1:30 Kick your knitting skills up a notch with this SUPER cute top! Know how to knit & purl and understand basic increasing and decreasing? Let's throw in some YO's, k2togs and a few "secret stitches" to explore 4 different […]
Spinning – On Drop Spindle
Fiber Circle Studio 113 Kentucky St., Petaluma, CA, United StatesSpinning - On Drop Spindle Learn how to spin using a drop spindle - no spinning experience required! All materials are included! Drop spindle + fiber. You are welcome to bring your own spindle as well! Ages: 12+ Skill Requirements: None Taught by: Melanie Perkins Please visit our website for class & refund policies. By […]
Spinning – On The Wheel
Fiber Circle Studio 113 Kentucky St., Petaluma, CA, United StatesSpinning - On The Wheel 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 several spun […]
Sandal Making with Stace Fulwiler
Black Rock Ranch Stinson Beach, CA(Tuition includes all materials) Handcrafting leather sandals is a traditional way of shoemaking that has been practiced for centuries all around the world. This particular kind of slow fashion used to be abundant in the Bay Area but has since become more difficult to find. Come learn how to do this special craft yourself during […]
Flora Interspectra
Oakland Oakland, CAA sensuous journey through the plant spectrum MEDICINAL CULINARY NATURAL - DYE PLANTS ARE EVERYTHING is not an understatement. The plant world is so rich with vibrancy and life-giving energy that there are limitless possibilities in working with them. This class will take you on a journey through plant energetics, herbalism, medicinal foodways, artistic and […]
Rigid Heddle 101
A Verb for Keeping Warm 6328 San Pablo Avenue, Oakland, CA, United StatesRigid Heddle 101 Instructor: Rachel Marcotte You will make a plain-weave scarf on this simple, yet versatile loom. Instruction includes the direct warping method, proper tensioning, and finishing techniques. The class also includes 2 skeins of Madeline Tosh DK (at 15% off!), the perfect yarn for your first rigid heddle weaving. Please remember to arrive 20-30 […]
Weave A Summer Garment w/ Marta Shannon (For Beginning + Experienced Weavers!) 8 Weeks
Fiber Circle Studio 113 Kentucky St., Petaluma, CA, United StatesThis class is for NEW + EXPERIENCED Weavers! Please note this class occurs on 8 Wednesdays: June 12 - Aug 7 (No class on July 3); 4:00 - 7:00pm. In this mixed level, 8 session class, new weavers will experience the complete process of weaving on a loom from designing, calculating, measuring a […]