Cordage-Making Materials and Techniques with Charlie Kennard
Fibershed Learning Center 14000 Point Reyes - Petaluma Road, Point Reyes Station, CA, United StatesLearn several techniques to make cordage with a variety of plant fibers String and rope are made from various parts of many native and non-native plants, taking on distinctive appearances, fragrances and strengths. We will learn about the different types of fibers, process a variety of plants used by California Indians and others, and use […]
2 Day Natural Dye Full Spectrum Workshop with Fiber Circle Studio
Fiber Circle Studio 113 Kentucky St., Petaluma, CA, United States2 Day Natural Dye Full Spectrum Workshop with Fiber Circle Studio This is a 2 session in-person workshop, running April 2 & 3, 2022, 11am-5pm All materials are included. Each student will get to take home 12 different mini skeins of yarn! Fiber Circle Studio's 2-day Natural Dyeing Rainbow workshop will be a hands-on experience where […]
Buckskin Brain Tanning Process — Traditional California Native Regalia
Fibershed Learning Center 14000 Point Reyes - Petaluma Road, Point Reyes Station, CA, United StatesTime: 9:00 am to 4:00 pm each day Location: Fibershed Learning Center, Point Reyes Station, CA (address provided on enrollment) Cost: Free. Enrollment eligible for self-identified Tribal Members in Marin, Sonoma, Lake and Mendocino Counties Teachers: Jay Sliwa – Traditional hide tanner, with 25 years experience in the tanning arts & Tišina T. Parker – Southern […]
An Evening on Batik and Javanese Culture with Agus Ismoyo and Nia Fliam
Fibershed Learning Center 14000 Point Reyes - Petaluma Road, Point Reyes Station, CA, United StatesThe Brahma Tirta Sari Studio (Yogyakarta, Indonesia) founded by Agus Ismoyo and Nia Fliam in 1985, explores the roots of Javanese traditional batik, continuing its essence in a contemporary spirit. Javanese philosophy speaks of karti kerdating sukma, work created by the vibration of the soul. Their dedication to this principle, including an understanding that such work […]
Indigo and Ceriops Natural Dyes with Agus Ismoyo and Nia Fliam
Fibershed Learning Center 14000 Point Reyes - Petaluma Road, Point Reyes Station, CA, United StatesLearn to prepare and dye with two traditional Indonesian natural dyes: Indigo and Ceriops (mangrove tannin) Please join us at the beautiful Fibershed Learning Center near Point Reyes Station, CA, for a 1-day workshop on dyeing with indigo and Ceriops (mangrove tannin), taught by artists Agus Ismoyo and Nia Fliam from Brahma Tirta Sari Studio […]
Batik and Javanese Cultural Wisdom with Agus Ismoyo and Nia Fliam
Fibershed Learning Center 14000 Point Reyes - Petaluma Road, Point Reyes Station, CA, United StatesLearn the art of batik, with Javanese cultural wisdom guiding the creative process in this 2-day hands-on workshop The Fibershed Learning Center in Point Reyes Station, California, welcomes Agus Ismoyo and Nia Fliam of the Brahma Tirta Sari Studio (Yogyakarta, Indonesia), for a 2-day workshop on the art of batik — based on their 36 […]
Feather Top Knots — Traditional California Native Regalia
Fibershed Learning Center 14000 Point Reyes - Petaluma Road, Point Reyes Station, CA, United StatesTime: 9:00 am to 4:00 pm each day Location: Fibershed Learning Center, Point Reyes Station, CA (address provided on enrollment) Cost: Free. Enrollment eligible for self-identified Tribal Members in Marin, Sonoma, Lake and Mendocino Counties Teachers: Shawn Padi – Member of the Hopland Band of Pomo Indians & Tišina T. Parker – Southern Sierra Miwuk / […]
Papermaking Workshop in Santa Rosa with Jane Ingram Allen
Hand Papermaking Workshop with Jane Ingram Allen in Santa Rosa Address: 5017 Maiden Lane, Santa Rosa, CA 95409 Phone: 857-2344-2432 Email: info@janeingramallen.com https://janeingramallen.wordpress.com and www.janeingramallen.com EXTREME Hand Papermaking! – Saturday, April 23, 10AM to 4PM Workshop Fee: $150 – Includes all materials and use of equipment. Send check to Jane Ingram Allen, 5017 Maiden Lane, Santa Rosa, CA 95409 or pay […]
2 Day Indonesian Batik + Indigo at Fiber Circle Studio
Fiber Circle Studio 113 Kentucky St., Petaluma, CA, United StatesThis is a 2 session in-person workshop. DATES/TIMES Saturday and Sunday, April 30 + May 1, 2022; 10am - 6pm LEVEL Open to beginners and those who have dyed before and are interested in learning more. MATERIALS ADDITIONAL FEE. All materials will be provided. Please bring $50 cash to be paid directly to the instructors […]
Peg Loom Weaving
McIntyre Ranch 1 St. John Mine Road, Vallejo, CA, United StatesIn this class you’ll weave a small mat on a peg loom. You’ll warp the loom, weave strands of lovely Pendalton selvedge, advance the warp, smooth when the weaving’s done, then finish your mat with a double Damascus edge. You’ll leave with your completed matt, the loom, and a warping tool. Additional Pendalton selvage material […]