Tapestry Weaving for Beginners
Fiber Circle Studio 113 Kentucky St., Petaluma, CA, United StatesTapestry Weaving for Beginners Tapestry weaving is back in style and Oooo are we excited about it!! What we love about tapestry weaving; it is an instant gratification art, forgiving, simple and yet has endless design possibilities for every style. In 4.5 hours, you'll learn how to warp, weave, finish and hang your tapestry, using […]
Mapping Color: Ecoprinting with Plants
A Verb for Keeping Warm 6328 San Pablo Avenue, Oakland, CA, United StatesMapping Color: Ecoprinting with Plants Instructor: Sarah Ollikkala Jones In this class, you will learn: + to print with flowers and leaves using The Modern Natural Dyer as a reference. + steps in the natural dyeing process to create long-lasting natural color on wool, silk, cotton, and linen. + which plants contain dye, their […]
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 […]
Weaving Introductory Workshop
Our introductory workshop gives an overview of the most fundamental weave structure. Students will become familiar with a loom and weave a project in three hours. No previous experience is necessary, and people of all abilities are encouraged to attend. Wear comfortable shoes to weave in. Cost of materials is included in all Weaving […]
NY Textile Lab: Regional Yarn Pop-Up + Raw Material Book Reading
Discussion with author and shearer Stephany Wilkes and Local Yarn Pop-Up Shophttps://www.tatter.org/ What is the journey from sheep to skein? Who is involved in the yarn making process? How many hands are involved in bringing us the fiber in our lives? What makes a gainfully employed woman in tech want to give it all […]
Weaving Introductory Workshop
Our introductory workshop gives an overview of the most fundamental weave structure. Students will become familiar with a loom and weave a project in three hours. No previous experience is necessary, and people of all abilities are encouraged to attend. Wear comfortable shoes to weave in. Cost of materials is included in all Weaving […]
Crocheting 101: Simple Scarf or Cowl
A Verb for Keeping Warm 6328 San Pablo Avenue, Oakland, CA, United StatesCrocheting 101: Simple Scarf or Cowl Instructor: Liz Kaplan Learn the basics of crochet while making a simple cowl or scarf. By the end of class, you will know how to crochet and be well on your way towards completing your cowl or scarf and onto dreaming of your next crochet project. Our classes are small, […]
Natural Dyes: The Seasonal Color Palette with Sasha Duerr – GREEN
UC Berkeley Botanical Garden 200 Centennial Drive, Berkeley, CA, United StatesNatural Dyes: The Seasonal Color Palette with Sasha Duerr - GREEN Workshop | March 17 | 1-4 p.m. | UC Botanical Garden Sponsor: Botanical Garden Green is one of the most elusive colors in the natural dye world. On this St. Patrick’s Day, come and learn all about the plants that can yield this mysterious […]
Spring Natural Dye Workshop
Shiloh Regional Park 5750 Faught Road, Windsor, CAJoin us for an afternoon in Shiloh Regional Park— as we come to know this region and the plants that grow here. Along with our walk, we will identify dye and medicinal plants throughout the region and gently gather materials to work with as a source for natural dye. We will share in lovely foraged […]
Weaving Introductory Workshop
Our introductory workshop gives an overview of the most fundamental weave structure. Students will become familiar with a loom and weave a project in three hours. No previous experience is necessary, and people of all abilities are encouraged to attend. Wear comfortable shoes to weave in. Cost of materials is included in all Weaving […]