Full Day Classes - Thursday, June 6
Check-In Begins: 8:00am
Class: 9:00am-12:00pm
Lunch: 12:00pm-1:00pm
Class: 1:00pm-4:00pm
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The online registration deadline is May 25, 2024
Class: 9:00am-12:00pm
Lunch: 12:00pm-1:00pm
Class: 1:00pm-4:00pm
(Back to Workshop Home Page)
The online registration deadline is May 25, 2024
How Do I Spin Thee, Let Me Count The Ways
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INSTRUCTOR: Maggie Casey
CATEGORY: Spinning SKILL LEVEL: Beginner PREREQUISITE: Beginning Spinning skills and be able to spin a continuous yarn. MATERIAL FEES: $30.00 Fee collected by the Instructor at the Workshop. STUDENTS TO BRING: Spinning wheel in good working condition and all its parts Lazy Kate and at least 3 bobbins DESCRIPTION: Starting with a braid, we will see how many ways we can spin it and how the spinning changes the colors in the braid. We will spin it woolen, worsted, fine, thick, over the fold, and more. Then we will try some different plying techniques. You will never look at a braid the same way again. INSTRUCTOR BIO: Maggie Casey has been addicted to spinning since the last century and while some people are proud of their wine cellars, she much prefers her fleece basement. She was co-owner of Shuttles Spindles & Skeins until it closed in 2020. Besides teaching spinning at Shuttles, she also teaches at the Estes Park Wool Market, John C Campbell Folk School, Maryland Sheep & Wool, PlyAway and SOAR. She holds Part 1 of HGA’s COE in Handspinning and is the author of START SPINNING, EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO KNOW TO MAKE GREAT YARN and several LongThread downloads. Contact Instructor |
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Exploring the Drum Carder
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INSTRUCTOR: Henry Clemes
CATEGORY: Fiber Prep SKILL LEVEL: Beginner PREREQUISITE: No drum carding experience necessary! MATERIAL FEES: $45.00 Fee collected by the Instructor at the Workshop. STUDENTS TO BRING: N/A DESCRIPTION: Drum carders are a mystery to the average fiber artist: fiber is fed into the carder, ends up on the big drum, and something magical happens in between. In our ‘Exploring the Drum Carder’ class, students begin the day by learning the history of drum carders, how they work, and why they function the way they do. The fun goes hands-on for the rest of the day as we delve into the differences of woolen and worsted carding, explore the many tools that make drum carding more efficient, and crank out four different batts. The first batt will be hand cranked before switching over to Electric Drive for the duration of class. All materials, carders, and tools will be provided by the instructors. INSTRUCTOR BIO: A lifelong woodworker and small business owner, Henry has been building fiber art equipment for almost 50 years and drum carders for over 40 years. Roy grew up working in his family’s woodshop and is the president of Lambtown Festival, the largest sheep and wool show in California. Together they have introduced many innovations to the fiber arts community and their equipment is known for being not only thoughtfully engineered but visually pleasing and durable as well. They regularly consult and instruct spinners, felters, fiber growers, and professional fiber artists in the use of drum carders for fiber prep. Contact Instructor |
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Fair Isle Knitted Fisherman's Keps and Colorwork Hats
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INSTRUCTOR: Jennifer Daley
CATEGORY: Knitting SKILL LEVEL: All PREREQUISITE: Students need to be able to knit and purl. If they haven't yet mastered the art of stranded colorwork (or Fair Isle knitting), then they can learn during the class. If, on the other hand, students already know how to knit with two colors, then this class is also good as students will be able to increase their level of knitting expertise. All levels of knitting experience are welcome in this class. MATERIAL FEES: None STUDENTS TO BRING: Prior to class, students are required to purchase one Fair Isle knitting pattern (of their own choosing) from www.knittingjenny.com or from Jennifer Daley's Ravelry store, KnittingJenny. Students are encouraged to bring paper and pencil for note-taking and designing. Bring a laptop computer if interested in learning how to design Fair Isle knitting patterns in Excel. If students have any questions about class preparation, please email the instructor at [email protected]. DESCRIPTION: Learn to knit a traditional fisherman’s kep or a stranded colorwork hat of your own design! A fisherman’s kep is a knitted cap or hat that is often long, conical, and colorful. Handknitted keps were historically worn by fishermen and sailors in many maritime nations. A Fair Isle inspired fisherman’s kep, in particular, often (though not always) incorporates a distinctive knitting pattern. A row of repetitive wide motifs is separated by a row of repetitive narrow (small or peerie, in the Shetland dialect) motifs. Variations of diamond motifs are traditional as is an XO design combination. A truly endless variety of knitting motif combinations and designs and color variations is evident in fisherman’s keps. Once considered a necessity for survival at sea for fishermen and sailors, keps are today considered an entertaining and interesting way to display the knitter’s skill for design and color. The instructor, Jennifer Daley, lived on Fair Isle (in the Shetland Islands, Scotland), the historic birthplace of Fair Isle knitting, and the most remote inhabited island in the United Kingdom. Jennifer will teach you how to design and knit a fisherman’s kep, and she will also share the history of Fair Isle knitting and fisherman’s keps. Jennifer will provide an overview of knitting history of the Shetland Islands, with a backdrop of local music, and she will display her collection of knitted fisherman’s keps. Prior to class, students are required to purchase one Fair Isle knitting pattern (of their own choosing) from www.knittingjenny.com or from Jennifer Daley's Ravelry store, KnittingJenny. During class, we will discuss in depth the knitting pattern that each student selected, how the patterns differ, and the many options to create a kep (or hat) with your own design and color preferences. Bring a variety of colored yarn in fingering weight, so we can knit during class. Ideally, read your knitting pattern before class, to ensure that you’re bringing to class the necessary tools specified in the knitting pattern. INSTRUCTOR BIO: Dr. Jennifer Daley is former Chairman and Trustee of The Association of Dress Historians and Founder of The Journal of Dress History. An avid knitter, Jennifer began researching historic knitted fisherman’s keps in 2004, while she was studying millinery in London (UK) and working in the millinery design studio of Philip Somerville (1930–2014), royal milliner to the Queen. Jennifer’s research interest is in working–class dress (such as Fair Isle fisherman’s keps and sailors’ clothing). She pursued this academic research path, which led to a PhD thesis, titled, A History of Clothing and Textiles for Sailors in the British Royal Navy, 1660–1859, the book of which will be published in 2024. At her knitting design studio on Fair Isle, Jennifer created original knitting designs for fisherman’s keps and other knitwear, available at www.knittingjenny.com. Contact Instructor |
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Botanical Printing on Fiber
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INSTRUCTOR: Carol Garnand
CATEGORY: Dyeing SKILL LEVEL: All PREREQUISITE: Ability to stand for 10 minutes at a time. Enthusiasm to learn new skills. MATERIAL FEES: $25.00 Fee collected by the Instructor at the Workshop. STUDENTS TO BRING: Clothes that can get stained. Close-toed shoes. DESCRIPTION: Come learn the steam and bundle method for printing with nature: leaves 🍁 , seeds and flowers 🌺. We’ll practice on silk, cotton, and wool with a variety of instructor provided materials. In addition students are encouraged to bring their own leaves and flowers. Both are best fresh or dried between paper. Fall leaves work best with the highest tannin content. In the afternoon, students will complete an individual project: silk scarf, fat quarter of cotton, cotton apron or wool scarf. Wear clothes that may get stained. All materials provided by instructor. INSTRUCTOR BIO: Carol Garnand is a passionate fiber artist having taught and created for 20 years as Carol SILKS. She started as a silk painter and evolved into a dyer, felter, and garment creator. Learning from her seamstress/tailor mother and grandmother about sewing while growing up, she discovered her art form in fiber during in her 40s. Carol loves learning new techniques and teaching others. Her recent passion has been eco-printing and the world of natural dyes. Through her involvement with the Janice Ford Memorial Dye Garden, a collaboration with the Rocky Mountain Weavers Guild and the Denver Botanic Gardens-Chatfield, she has access to local dye plants, with indigo being a favorite. Contact Instructor |
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Spinning 101 and Getting to Know Your Wheel
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INSTRUCTOR: Tammy Jordan
CATEGORY: Spinning SKILL LEVEL: Beginner PREREQUISITE: No experience is needed, however students should have a basic understanding of how their wheel works and wheels must be in good working order at the time of the class. MATERIAL FEES: $15.00 and includes -3 ounces of prepared fiber for spinning in class, a WPI tool, and a resource guide with handouts, tips, and tricks. Fee collected by the Instructor at the Workshop. STUDENTS TO BRING: Students will need to bring their own spinning wheel with at least three empty bobbins and a lazy kate. Students should have a basic understanding of how their wheel works and all wheels must be in good working order and ready to use. DESCRIPTION: Have you ever wanted to learn how to spin your own yarn? It’s fun, it’s relaxing, and I can show you how! In this beginning class, you’ll learn about wheels, spinning methods, best fiber for beginning spinners, and basic wheel maintenance. In the morning, we'll start with getting to know your wheel and how they work. After lunch, we'll move on to spinning singles and then plying. By the time you leave, you will have a basic understanding of your wheel and the skills to start spinning on your own. There is no experience needed and I’ll provide the fiber, tools, and a resource guide to get you on your way – you just bring yourself and your wheel. This class is perfect for beginners and those needing a refresher. No spinning experience is needed. INSTRUCTOR BIO: Tammy is a fourth-generation fiber artist who enjoys sharing her passion with everyone she meets. She has a fiber-arts business, Goldieknots Montana, specializing in Montana-grown wool, yarn, spinning fiber, and Made in Montana gift items. Prior to moving to Montana, she lived in Southern California and the Pocono Mountains where she was a former Humane Education specialist for the SPCA. Her teaching style is fun, creative, and interactive. When she’s not on the road teaching or in her studio creating, spinning, knitting, or felting, you can find her spending time with her dogs, sheep, horse, and other barnyard critters. Contact Instructor |
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Perfectly Fitting Sweater Class
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INSTRUCTOR: Paula Koerner
CATEGORY: Knitting SKILL LEVEL: Intermediate PREREQUISITE: Knitters need understand the basics of knitting, can knit and purl, perform increases and decreases and has completed at least a few knitted projects. If student has knit a sweater before it is helpful, but not required. MATERIAL FEES: $10.00 Fee collected by the Instructor at the Workshop. STUDENTS TO BRING: Please wear comfortable clothes that will be easy to take measurements in. Don’t wear anything bulky or loose as that will affect your measurement. Please bring a favorite shirt with you, one that fits you well and is very comfortable. Bring a notepad, pen or pencil and a tape measure. I also invite you to bring a sweater pattern you are currently knitting or thinking about knitting. DESCRIPTION: This class will teach students how to understand yarn characteristics so that you can choose yarn that will perform the way you expect. We will do a deep dive into the importance of gauge and what to do when you can’t get your gauge to match the pattern requirements. We will explore the topic of fit and ease and learn what the difference is. That knowledge will help us figure out what all those numbers on the pattern mean and how they apply to you. We will discuss what measurements you need and actually take your measurements so that you can get started on your next sweater. We will learn about different body types and shapes and what kind of sweaters will flatter you. We will end the day with additional tips and my pre-knit checklist. 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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Rare Breeds Trek
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INSTRUCTOR: Amy Manko
CATEGORY: Spinning, also open to Knitting and Crochet SKILL LEVEL: All PREREQUISITE: Basic knitting/crochet/spinning skills. MATERIAL FEES: $25.00 Fee collected by the Instructor at the Workshop. STUDENTS TO BRING: Knitting students - size 6,7,8 needles Spinning - functional wheel, extra bobbins 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: . Contact Instructor |
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Other Classes:
Thursday, June 6 |
Two Day Classes |
Friday, June 7 |
