Wool Growers Field Day
Hopland Research and Extension Center 4070 University Road, Hopland, CA, United StatesCalling all Northern California wool growers! Come join the UC Hopland Research and Extension Center to discuss the challenges of raising sheep and goats for fiber, meat and milk, and to learn from experts in areas of Flock health, Organic sheep production, Rotational grazing, Ranch infrastructure, and Flock protection. The day will include presentations […]
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 […]
Cloth Goods Farm Stand
Temescal Farmers' Market 5300 Claremont Ave. (DMV), Oakland, CA, United StatesCotton clothes are agricultural products too. Twice a month, we bring our cloth goods to two Oakland farmers’ markets to meet our customers and share the stories of how each of our products are made. We can’t wait to see you!
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 […]
Open Studio
Double Down Studios 11214 Occidental Road, Sebastopol, CAKnitting – 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 […]