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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. […]
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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 […]
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Weaving Bootcamp for Beginners
Workshop 1798 McAllister Street, San Francisco, CA, United StatesWeaving Bootcamp for Beginners: Weaving with Chunky Yarn and Wool Roving In this weaving bootcamp, you will learn the basics of weaving using thick, luxurious yarns and wool roving (it’s that magical fluffy stuff that looks like clouds of yarn!!) You will learn beginner-level weaving skills such as how to warp a loom, weave […]
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Embroidery 101 with Amy Keefer
A Verb for Keeping Warm 6328 San Pablo Avenue, Oakland, CA, United StatesGet ready to embellish and personalize garments, or create original works of art! This workshop will help you begin drawing and painting on fabric with thread. We will cover several basic stitches such as outline stitches, chain stitches and their variations, french knots and filling stitches. You will also learn to properly place fabric in […]
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Embroidery 101 with Amy Keefer
A Verb for Keeping Warm 6328 San Pablo Avenue, Oakland, CA, United StatesEmbroidery 101 with Amy Keefer Get ready to embellish and personalize garments, or create original works of art! This workshop will help you begin drawing and painting on fabric with thread. We will cover several basic stitches such as outline stitches, chain stitches and their variations, french knots and filling stitches. You will also learn […]
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Beginning Knitting, Part 2
Crockett Fiber Arts Studio 1322 Pomona St, Crockett, CAIn this second class, you’ll learn to purl, yarn over, and knit two stitches together. You’ll also learn to read a basic knitting pattern. Supplies you’ll need to bring: The yarn and your scarf on the needles from Part 1. One, one and a half-hour session. $40 Instructor: Melanie Perkins
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Cover Cropping in Orchards
Solano RCD, Dixon RVD, Community Alliance with Family Farmers (CAFF)/Farmers Guild, and NRCS invite you to a Cover Crop Field Day! Wednesday, February 27, 2019, 9:30 - 11:30 am Stevenson Bridge Rd, Winters, CA 95694 (Detailed directions provided with RSVP) Join us for: * A facilitated panel discussion and open Q&A session with Solano […]
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Weaving Introductory Workshops
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 […]
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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 […]
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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 […]