1/2 Day Classes - Thursday (June 8) PM
Check-in Begins: 11:30am
Lunch: 12:00pm-1:00pm
Class: 1:00pm-4:00pm
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The online registration deadline is May 25, 2023
Lunch: 12:00pm-1:00pm
Class: 1:00pm-4:00pm
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The online registration deadline is May 25, 2023
Rare Breeds Trek: Spinning
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INSTRUCTOR: Amy Manko
SKILL LEVEL: Intermediate PREREQUISITE: Knows how to spin and ply. MATERIALS: $25.00 Fee Collected by the Instructor at the Workshop. STUDENTS TO BRING: Functional spinning wheel or spindle, multiple bobbins, niddy noddy or ball winder, combs, cards, and/or flicker, whichever you have and prefer DESCRIPTION: Ever wanted to experience ALL the rare breeds ALL AT ONCE? This class will come close! We will start with the finer of the rare breeds and “trek” through the primitive, the medium and the longwools, while discussing their history and applications for today. We will discover new breeds we’ve not worked with before, as well as some new favorites and some fleece that is just begging to be blended with silk or camelid to make an awesome yarn. Our goal is to journey together to explore new-to-you breeds and find a few fiber ‘destinations’ you’d like to revisit! INSTRUCTOR BIO: Amy Ross Manko travels the country (and now the world) teaching, researching and writing about her favorite topic – Rare Breed Sheep! When she’s not on the road, spreading the gospel of critically endangered livestock, she’s managing her historic farm with her son Drew, raising 9 breeds of heritage and rare breed sheep, as well as cattle, draft horses, mini-donkeys and poultry. She is the owner of Ross Farm Mercantile Inc,, headquartered in Hudson, Ohio, and provides love and shelter to homeless fiber equipment in her small studio there. Contact Instructor |
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Turkish Spindle 101
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INSTRUCTOR: Tammy Jordan
SKILL LEVEL: Beginner PREREQUISITE: None. MATERIALS: $15.00 Fee Collected by the Instructor at the Workshop. 1-2 ounces of spinning fiber, plying cups, and use of Turkish Spindle, as well as a detailed resource guide. Students may purchase their spindle at the end of class for an additional $25. STUDENTS TO BRING: All materials will be provided by the instructor. If students have a favorite Turkish spindle they would like to spin on in class, you are welcome to bring it - but not required. DESCRIPTION: Have you ever been intrigued by the Turkish spindle and wanted to know what the hype was all about? In this three-hour class, you’ll learn the basics of spinning on a Turkish Spindle. We’ll cover a little bit of spindle history, why the Turkish spindle is so appealing, spinning and winding methods, and how to ply from your “spindle created center-pull ball.” INSTRUCTOR BIO: Tammy is a fourth-generation fiber artist who enjoys sharing her passion with everyone she meets. Her love of sheep, wool, writing, and inspiring others to learn led her on the path of running her own business, Goldieknots Montana, which specializes in Montana-grown wool, locally processed yarn, spinning fiber, and Made in Montana handmade gift items. Her business also does educational programming in fiber arts, ranging from fiber preparation to completed projects which she lovingly refers to as “Fleece to Fashion.” She participated in the Montana Arts Council’s MAP Program in 2016 and has taught fiber-related classes throughout the United States. She is a current board member and newsletter editor of the Montana Association of Weavers and Spinners, current member and past Secretary and Co-Chair of the Prairie Handspinners Guild in Billings, Montana, a member and Secretary of the Lincoln Council for the Arts, and founder of the Lincoln Fiber Circle in her home town of Lincoln, Montana. Her teaching style is fun, creative, and interactive, and when she’s not in her studio creating or on the road teaching, you can find her writing articles for her local newspaper and spending time with her dogs, sheep, horse, and other barnyard critters. Contact Instructor |
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Correcting (and Avoiding) Knitting Mistakes
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INSTRUCTOR: Kira Dulaney
SKILL LEVEL: Intermediate PREREQUISITE: You should be comfortable casting on, knitting, and purling MATERIALS: N/A STUDENTS TO BRING: 30 yards smooth, easy-to-see, worsted- or aran-weight yarn; knitting needles in a size appropriate for your yarn; crochet hook in similar size to knitting needles; darning needle. DESCRIPTION: Take the fear and worry out of knitting with this incredibly useful class. You’ll learn how common mistakes are made as well as how to correct them, on the following row when possible. We’ll also practice picking up dropped stitches (gulp!) and methods for taking out your knitting stitch-by-stitch and many rows at once. INSTRUCTOR BIO: Kira Dulaney has been teaching fiber arts classes and hosting crafty events in the San Francisco Bay Area and beyond since 2002. As a teacher, her focus is on providing valuable information in a stress-free environment, and supporting students through the learning process. She is also the designer behind Kira K Designs, a line of original knitting and crochet patterns and kits featuring clean lines and intriguing details that are both interesting to make and easy to wear. Kira has taught at Lambtown Festival, Maryland Sheep and Wool Festival, the Natural Fiber Fair, Stitches events, and TNNA, as well as numerous guilds and yarn shops. Contact Instructor |
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Beginner Punch Needle
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INSTRUCTOR: Una Walker
SKILL LEVEL: Beginner PREREQUISITE: None MATERIALS: $40.00 Fee Collected by the Instructor at the Workshop. Includes all materials to finish both projects and the use of punches and hoops in class STUDENTS TO BRING: Scissors DESCRIPTION: Learn the basics of Punch Needle Rug hooking while completing two projects. First you will make a mug rug on Monk's cloth to learn the basic stitch lengths, don't worry there are only two! You will then go on to complete a project on a pre-stretched linen frame that will be ready to hang when you are done! INSTRUCTOR BIO: Una Walker is a fiber artist and sought-after teacher who grew up in her parents' craft supply store. She gained experience in a wide range of crafts, and even appeared on HGTV's "That's Clever" in 2009, making a pair of shoes! From raw wool to sewing the finishing stitch, she is always looking ahead to new and creative approaches. Una got started punching over a decade ago at a craft show "make and take" where she first worked with the Oxford Punch Needle. In 2014 she gained her Oxford Teaching Certificate from the Oxford Rug Hooking School and her Advanced Instructor Certificate in 2019. Una teaches rug punching with both patience and an attention to detail, and she loves working with beginners. Una has taught at Estes Park Wool Market, Dallas Fort Worth Fiber Festival, Stitches West and SoCal along with many other fiber festivals around the country. To learn more about Una, visit woolywalkers.com. Contact Instructor |
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Intro to Stranded Colorwork
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INSTRUCTOR: Paula Koerner
SKILL LEVEL: Intermediate PREREQUISITE: In order for you to feel comfortable in this class, students should know how to cast on, knit, purl, bind off, knit in the round, perform increases and decreases, and be familiar with the concept of Fair Isle knitting. MATERIALS: N/A STUDENTS TO BRING: Two skeins of worsted weight yarn in two different colors; 1 set of size 7 double pointed needles, tapestry needle, stitch markers, scissors and the pattern: Free Ravelry Pattern-Two Strands Christmas Ball by Mary Ann Stephens StaticSquareSpace. Student must dowload, print, and bring this pattern to class. DESCRIPTION: Learn the basics of Stranded Colorwork while completing a holiday ornament. This project will focus on knitting in the round with double pointed needles while learning how to knit with two colors at the same time. You will learn how to hold one yarn in each hand and how to secure the floats to achieve the Fair Isle pattern. Double pointed needles will be used while knitting in the round. Most students will be able to complete the whole ornament during class and will walk away with a fun and completed project. INSTRUCTOR BIO: Paula learned to knit in high school through 4-H. After college and two children, Paula picked up knitting again and she became completely obsessed and can’t imagine life without it. Her love of knitting and desire to learn new techniques has allowed Paula to challenge herself daily. Paula started teaching knitting classes in 2015 at a local yarn shop, one class at a time. Now she teaches multiple classes every month. Some of the classes she’s taught are sweaters, lace, felting, color work, and beginning knitting projects. Paula enjoys watching the skills of her students grow. She loves the confidence her students gain as they complete beautiful knitted projects they can enjoy and be proud of. Paula adores everything about teaching and loves when her students become committed to their projects. She finds it rewarding to see relationships and the comradery that develops among her students and believes that knitting is one of the universal languages that bring all people together. Paula is also a blogger and shares fun stories, tips and techniques on her blog at ChicksWithSticksKnit.com. Paula lives in Colorado and is married to her husband Travis and has two children Nathan and RoseMaree. Contact Instructor |
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Needle Felting Sheep
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INSTRUCTOR: Shirley Ellsworth
SKILL LEVEL: All PREREQUISITE: None MATERIALS: $48.00 Fee Collected by the Instructor at the Workshop. STUDENTS TO BRING: N/A DESCRIPTION: Valais Blacknose sheep may be considered the cutest sheep in the world! Our adorable needle felted sheep of all sizes went to the National Western Stock show this past January. This class is a great introduction to needle felting and is enjoyed by all ages. Natural wools will be provided and no experience is needed as we will teach you all the steps to make your very own three dimensional Valais Blacknose sheep. INSTRUCTOR BIO: Shirley is the owner and manager of Lambspun of Colorado. She has been in the fiber arts business for over 30 years. With her staff, she has been teaching the art of watercolor felted shawls, scarves, purses, and slippers for the past six years. Recently, she has been exploring the art of felting without the support of a silk scarf to create a beautiful design. Contact Instructor |
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