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YARN DESIGN FROM SHEARING TO SKEIN with Pacific Knitting Retreats
Here are the event details for our day at Red Creek Farm with Peggy, Matthew and Sarah. I am so looking forward to this great opportunity to be in the company of knitters learning more about our favourite subject - yarn. The end of April is a perfect time to be with the lambs and […]
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Transhumance Festival
What is Transhumance? The Transhumance Festival is an annual celebration dedicated to reconnecting people to the land. The festival reintroduces the age-old practice of transhumance--the tradition of moving livestock from one grazing ground to another in a seasonal cycle. This free public festival includes engaging demonstrations on land stewardship practices, soil and watershed health, […]
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Traditional Japanese Trivets with Rimiko Berreman
Fibershed Learning Center 14000 Pt. Reyes - Petaluma Rd, Point Reyes Station, CA, United StatesUse plant fiber to make a trivet that protects tabletops and counters from heat Join us at the beautiful Fibershed Learning Center on Black Mountain Ranch near Point Reyes Station, to learn how to make traditional Japanese trivets with Rimiko Berreman. These donut-shaped trivets are perfect for placing hot teapots, coffee vessels, pots and dishes […]
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Beginning Embroidery with Arwyn Moonrise
Fibershed Learning Center 14000 Pt. Reyes - Petaluma Rd, Point Reyes Station, CA, United StatesLearn 8 of the basic stitches used in embroidery Join us at the beautiful Fibershed Learning Center on Black Mountain Ranch near Point Reyes Station, CA, where we will be learning basic embroidery stitches from artist Arwyn Moonrise. You will be provided a pre-drawn design that includes each of these stitches, giving you time to […]
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Monthly Mendocino Mending Circle – April
Monthly Mendocino Mending Circle — Ukiah, CA Next Mending Circle: Sunday, April 30, 11-3p (the last Sunday of every month) Who: Hosted by Marie of Full Circle Wool Where: Mariposa Institute, Ukiah No supplies provided, although natural fiber scraps to share There will be snacks, drinks & good company Any crafts (beyond mending) are welcome! RSVP […]
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Growing & Processing Flax with Sandy & Durl of Chico Flax
Fibershed Learning Center 14000 Pt. Reyes - Petaluma Rd, Point Reyes Station, CA, United StatesJoin us for a fun and informative in-person, hands-on workshop on planting, harvesting and preparing flax to make linen. Topics and demonstrations will include: Planting flax seed—broadcasting techniques versus row planting Harvesting flax—the right time to harvest for just fiber or fiber plus seed Bundling flax—preparing the harvested flax for retting Retting—both dew retting and […]
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The Magic of Twill in Basketry with Charlie Kennard
Fibershed Learning Center 14000 Pt. Reyes - Petaluma Rd, Point Reyes Station, CA, United StatesLearn basic twill weaves for making decorative patterns in basketry Flat strips of material such as cattail, crushed tule, bark, New Zealand flax, and split bamboo, can be interlaced in many ways, to make decorative patterns or to create the structure of a basket. Join us at the beautiful Fibershed Learning Center on Black Mountain […]
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Fibershed Natural Dye Farmers Market
Fibershed Learning Center 14000 Pt. Reyes - Petaluma Rd, Point Reyes Station, CA, United StatesCalling all natural dye enthusiasts, hobbyists, artisans, production dyers, and curious creatives! Mark your calendars for our second annual Natural Dye Farmers Market on Sunday, May 7, 10-2p at the Fibershed Learning Center in Point Reyes Station. Whether you’re an experienced dyer or fresh to the scene, this is a great opportunity to meet your […]
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‘Designing for Resilient & Healthy Ecosystems in Our Region’ Webinar
The following webinar is part of our Speaker Series for our "Borrowed from the Soil" Design Challenge. The event is open to all designers and the general public. Are you a designer or textile producer who wants to better understand how you can connect with regional fiber and dye producers to improve the ecosystem impact […]
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Mother’s Day: Meet Little Live Lambs
JG Switzer 6790 McKinley Street, Suite 160, Sebastopol, CACalling all Little Lambs and Moms Join us at JG SWITZER Mother’s Day (5/14) from 11am - 2pm. Celebrate Mom's Big Day with Champagne, Apple Juice, and Local, Baby Sheep!
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