Wool Processing for Spinning and Felting
Crockett Fiber Arts Studio 1322 Pomona St, Crockett, CAThis class will cover selecting a fleece, fiber preparation for washing, fiber washing, and preparation of washed and dried fiber for spinning using a drum carder, hand cards, and combs. You’ll also learn how to choose a preparation method for many types of fiber. This class is completely hands-on from start to finish. By the […]
Beginning Wheel Spinning
Crockett Fiber Arts Studio 1322 Pomona St, Crockett, CALearn 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 […]
Beginning Knitting, Part 1
Crockett Fiber Arts Studio 1322 Pomona St, Crockett, CAIn this first class, you’ll learn to cast on and knit back and forth. This will be the start of your first scarf. Supplies you’ll need to bring: One skein of worsted weight (4) yarn of your choice. A good beginning yarn is Michael’s brand, Loops & Threads® Impeccable™ Yarn. It’s inexpensive, has a nice […]
Knitting Studio with Amy Keefer: February 17th, 24th + March 3rd
A Verb for Keeping Warm 6328 San Pablo Avenue, Oakland, CA, United StatesInstructor: Amy Keefer Dropped a stitch, confused by gauge, nervous about seaming? Lost in a project, need extra support? Maybe you're ready to start your first sweater? Have a technique you'd like to learn and want guidance? From scarves to sweaters, and anything in between, Amy can help you with your knitting. Spend time in our […]
Continuing Knitting Class
Warner Mountain Weavers 459 South Main St. , Cedarville, United States2 SESSIONS IN THIS CLASS Saturday, February 23 and March 2, 10 am-12 pm Price: $38 Learn to be a better knitter. We will do increasing, decreasing, simple decorative stitches and introduce principles of pattern reading and garment making. Emphasis will be placed on the importance of making an accurate gauge swatch. Materials needed: knitting needles, […]
Zero-Waste Apron Workshop w/ Geana Sieburger of GDS Cloth Goods
Handcraft Studio School 5885 Doyle St., Emeryville, CA, United StatesMake a zero waste apron that will last a lifetime. During this workshop, you will design your own zero waste apron pattern and walk away with a completed apron made from beautiful 100% cotton selvedge denim. You’ll learn why designing for zero waste is so important, what zero waste really means, and leave with new […]
NATURAL COLOR TALK+ BOOK SIGNING
NATURAL COLOR TALK+ BOOK SIGNING - ANNIE'S ANNUALS, RICHMOND, CALIFORNIA ANNIE’S ANNUALS, RICHMOND, CALIFORNIA Plants to dye for – literally! Sasha Duerr, alchemist, founder of the Permacouture Institute and author of “Natural Color”, returns by popular demand to share a wealth of local and seasonal plants (as well as weeds and waste from your garden!) […]
Wool Processing for Spinning and Felting
Crockett Fiber Arts Studio 1322 Pomona St, Crockett, CAThis class will cover selecting a fleece, fiber preparation for washing, fiber washing, and preparation of washed and dried fiber for spinning using a drum carder, hand cards, and combs. You’ll also learn how to choose a preparation method for many types of fiber. This class is completely hands-on from start to finish. By the […]
KNITTING IN COLOR
Warner Mountain Weavers 459 South Main St. , Cedarville, United StatesKNITTING IN COLOR In this class, you will be introduced to knitting with more than one color. We will cover both Intarsia and Stranded Knitting (such as Fair Isle) techniques and an introduction to following charted color knitting patterns. There will also be information given on aesthetic considerations when working with color in the fiber arts. […]
Spinning Circle
A Verb for Keeping Warm 6328 San Pablo Avenue, Oakland, CA, United StatesSpinning Circle Looking for a space to work on spinning more even singles or refine your plying? Want advice for working with a new fiber? Verb is hosting a Spinning Circle for all levels so that you can continue and strengthen your spinning practice. Enjoy the camaraderie of your fellow Bay Area spinners […]