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Rigid Heddle Weaving @ Sievers School of Fiber Arts
Sievers School of Fiber Arts 986 Jackson Harbor Road, Washington Island, WI, United StatesThis class offers instruction for “beginning and beyond” rigid heddle weavers. Beginners will start with a basic scarf followed by a sampler of pick-up and lace techniques to experience the versatility of the loom. There will be time to weave one or more additional projects you choose to expand your learning even further. Those with experience on the loom will engage in a color study. We will begin by weaving a color gamp runner. Then you’ll plan and weave additional … Continue reading →
Weaving – August 2023
Fiber Garden Address will be provided after ticket purchase, Black River Falls, WI, United StatesIMPORTANT NOTE: Registrations for this August workshop will close at noon Central on Friday, July 14! Multiple weaving classes will be offered concurrently and student starting times will be staggered on the first day. You will be asked to select which workshop you'd like to register for on the registration page. Please view the descriptions on the "Weaving Workshops" page and note that we do not teach rigid heddle during this workshop! The prerequisite for all workshops, EXCEPT beginning weaving, is … Continue reading →
Beginning Spinning & Rainbow Dyeing @ Sievers School of Fiber Arts
Sievers School of Fiber Arts 986 Jackson Harbor Road, Washington Island, WI, United StatesSpend a week of fun learning the art of handspinning and dyeing, as you turn wool and other fibers into your own unique yarns! A five-day class is the best way to learn to spin because it provides so much time to practice learning your new skills. You will learn about fleece selection, washing, handcarding, drumcarding, spinning single and multi-ply yarns, and simple dyeing techniques to transform fibers and yarns into a wonderful rainbow of color. Ashford, Louet, Schacht and … Continue reading →
Beginning Spinning (@ the WI Sheep & Wool Festival)
Jefferson County Fair Park 503 N. Jackson Avenue, Jefferson, WI, United StatesLearn to turn wool into your own unique yarns! You'll try many different spinning wheels during the class, learn the basic skills to spin a single yarn, and create a two-ply finished skein. No previous spinning experience required. The all-day workshop is designed for the person who has never tried spinning before! Spinning wheels will be provided. Materials fee of $20 covers a generous supply of spinning fiber and spinning wheel rental. (Fee is $10 for those who bring their … Continue reading →
Beginning Spinning (@ the WI Sheep & Wool Festival)
Jefferson County Fair Park 503 N. Jackson Avenue, Jefferson, WI, United StatesLearn to turn wool into your own unique yarns! You'll try many different spinning wheels during the class, learn the basic skills to spin a single yarn, and create a two-ply finished skein. No previous spinning experience required. The all-day workshop is designed for the person who has never tried spinning before! Spinning wheels will be provided. Materials fee of $20 covers a generous supply of spinning fiber and spinning wheel rental. (Fee is $10 for those who bring their … Continue reading →
Beginning Spinning (@ the WI Sheep & Wool Festival)
Jefferson County Fair Park 503 N. Jackson Avenue, Jefferson, WI, United StatesLearn to turn wool into your own unique yarns! You'll try many different spinning wheels during the class, learn the basic skills to spin a single yarn, and create a two-ply finished skein. No previous spinning experience required. The all-day workshop is designed for the person who has never tried spinning before! Spinning wheels will be provided. Materials fee of $20 covers a generous supply of spinning fiber and spinning wheel rental. (Fee is $10 for those who bring their … Continue reading →
Beginning Spinning (@ the WI Sheep & Wool Festival)
Jefferson County Fair Park 503 N. Jackson Avenue, Jefferson, WI, United StatesLearn to turn wool into your own unique yarns! You'll try many different spinning wheels during the class, learn the basic skills to spin a single yarn, and create a two-ply finished skein. No previous spinning experience required. The all-day workshop is designed for the person who has never tried spinning before! Spinning wheels will be provided. Materials fee of $20 covers a generous supply of spinning fiber and spinning wheel rental. (Fee is $10 for those who bring their … Continue reading →
Sheep-to-Shawl Competition (@ the WI Sheep & Wool Festival)
Jefferson County Fair Park 503 N. Jackson Avenue, Jefferson, WI, United StatesGather a team and join the fun! Teams of up to 8 members compete in the process of creating a shawl, from fleece to woven fabric, using traditional methods and equipment. This includes preparing the fleece, spinning the singles, plying the yarn, and weaving a shawl in a four-hour time limit! Complete details, competition rules, and a link to register can be found at the "event website" link below.