THIS CLASS IS FULL. Please click the "Add to Waitlist" button below. For those of you that have either never done embroidery (and would like to try it) OR would like a "refresher course", this is the class for you! We will talk about threads, needles, fabrics, and designs. We will make a sampler of basic stitches for surface embroidery. Once you are comfortable with this group of stitches, you can do simple things - or complicated things - and anything in between!
The stitches we will practice and put onto our sampler include a running stitch, double running stitch, stem (or outline) stitch, backstitch, blanket stitch, French knot, chain stitch, and detached chain stitch. With time (and group interest) we could go into further versions of the previously mentioned stitches. I'm there to teach and am happy to follow your interest!
Students bring $5 to first day of class for embroidery materials which include fabric, a variety of threads, needles, and written instructions. This will be paid to the instructor on the first day of class. Instructor will also bring good quality hoops available for purchase if needed for $8.
Please note: this is not a cross-stitch class.
Students Should Bring: 5" screw-type embroidery hoop, small embroidery scissors. Kit fee (to instructor) is $5.00. (You may purchase a good quality 5" embroidery hoop for an additional $8.00)
Fee: $56.00
Instructor: Roberta "Bobbi" Chase
Capacity Remaining: 0
Dates: 2/16/2020 - 3/1/2020
Times: 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Sessions: 2
Days: Su
Building: Arbutus Folk School
Room: Front Classroom
Sunday February 16th and March 1st, 10 am to Noon
In beginning Rigid Heddle weaving you will learn the parts of a rigid heddle loom and the importance each part plays in your weaving. You will learn how to warp a loom and weave a scarf. You will also learn hemstitching that holds woven yarn in place after the scarf is removed from the loom.
We’ll talk a little about Fibonacci sequencing that will help you design future projects.
We will also discuss different weave structures and how color can really impact your woven items. Our first woven project will be a houndstooth scarf made out of worsted weight yarn, wool will work best. You will choose your own two contrasting colors, preferably one light and one dark. A traditional houndstooth pattern is made from very light grey or off white and a charcoal grey or black color palette. However, this is your scarf so your color choice will be perfect. Just make sure to pick a light and a dark color.
You will need to bring:
Two skeins of yarn at approximately 220 yard per skein, average cost $25
Scissors
Tape measure
Tapestry needle
Fee: $140.00
Instructor: Joan Hoffmeyer
Capacity Remaining: 4
Schedule Details: Saturday and Sunday, February 22nd & 23rd, 10 am - 4 pm
Dates: 2/22/2020 - 2/23/2020
Times: 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Sessions: 2
Days: Su Sa
Building: Arbutus Folk School
Room: Front Classroom
In this class we will explore methods of making an embroidery more "realistic" by blending colors, creating shadows, and accenting edges by order of stitching: Thread Painting. While the embroidery stitches themselves are not complicated, I would not suggest this class for an absolute beginner! The primary stitches used will be split, outline, satin, and long & short. In the first session we will work with wool thread, and in the second session single-strand cotton thread. It is such fun to see your embroidery "come to life"!
Bring to Class: 5" or 6" embroidery hoop, scissors.
Kit Fee: $13.00
Fee: $56.00
Instructor: Roberta "Bobbi" Chase
Capacity Remaining: 6
Schedule Details: Two 2-hour Sessions: Saturday February 29th & March 21st 10am-12pm
Dates: 2/29/2020 - 3/21/2020
Times: 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Sessions: 2
Days: Sa
Building: Arbutus Folk School
Room: Front Classroom
Weaving images by hand is an ancient art form that has continued to inspire contemporary artists worldwide. In this class, we will cover all of the basic building blocks of beginning a personal tapestry weaving practice: warping a tapestry frame loom, creating and using designs suitable for weaving, building shapes, color blending, and some of the many techniques for finishing and display of your piece.
All yarn and tools will be provided, and the looms we use in class* will be yours to keep. We will also discuss different kinds of yarn and looms, their suitability for tapestry, and what to look for when shopping for supplies.
*If you have taken a weaving class with Annette and already have a copper pipe loom, there is variable pricing available.*
Fee: $180.00
Instructor: Annette Harrison
Capacity Remaining: 5
Schedule Details: Saturday and Sunday, March 7 & 8, 10 am to 4 pm
Dates: 3/7/2020 - 3/8/2020
Times: 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Sessions: 2
Days: Su Sa
Building: Arbutus Folk School
Room: Front Classroom
Registration closes 4 days before the first day of class
This class is for those of you that have at least some embroidery experience and want to (a) add some new stitches to your knowledge and/or (b) brush up on the ones you know. We will do a quick review of stem stitch, french knots, fly stitch, blanket stitch, and any you feel you would like to review.
We will quickly move to additional stitches including the coral stitch, cretan stitch, herringbone, and whipped spider stitch. In addition, we will begin discussion and practice on Satin Stitch (and Long-and-short, time allowing). While this stitch strikes fear into many embroiderers, I have many tips and techniques that will get you on the road to success! And there is no substitute for practice, so get started now!
With this group of stitches, you can tackle just about embroidery project out there! During class we will try and talk about different aspects of embroidery - threads, needles, designs, fabrics, and transfer techniques. I'm here to teach and you will be encouraged to tell me what you want to learn.
Students Should Bring: 5" screw-type embroidery hoop, & small embroidery scissors. Bring $7.00 to pay instructor directly for materials kit. (You may purchase a good quality 5" embroidery hoop for an additional $8.00)
Intermediate skill level
Ages 18 and up.
Fee: $56.00
Instructor: Roberta "Bobbi" Chase
Capacity Remaining: 8
Schedule Details: Two 2-hour Sessions: Saturday March 15th & Saturday March 22nd from 1-3pm
Dates: 3/15/2020 - 3/22/2020
Times: 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Sessions: 2
Days: Su
Building: Arbutus Folk School
Room: Front Classroom
THIS CLASS IS FULL. Please click the "Add to Waitlist" button below. In this introduction to Pine Needle Basketry, students will weave around a pre-drilled wooden center, learning the basic spiral stitch, a unique method of weaving, to create a coaster attractive on both sides.
The instructor provides weaving materials. Please bring $20 to pay the instructor directly for materials. Students should bring sharp pointed scissors, needle nosed pliers, and a lunch.
Ages 14 and up welcome! Ages 12 & 13 welcome if accompanied by an adult - both adult and child must be registered for class.
Thanks to the generosity of the instructor, we are able to offer this class at half the usual price!
Fee: $85.00
Instructor: James Shanower
Capacity Remaining: -2
Dates: 3/28/2020 - 3/29/2020
Times: 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Sessions: 2
Days: Su Sa
Building: Arbutus Folk School
Room: Front Classroom
A weekend class, Sat and Sun, March 28 & 29, 10-4pm both days
Weaving images by hand is an ancient art form that has continued to inspire contemporary artists worldwide. In this class, we will cover all of the basic building blocks of beginning a personal tapestry weaving practice: warping a tapestry frame loom, creating and using designs suitable for weaving, building shapes, color blending, and some of the many techniques for finishing and display of your piece.
All yarn and tools will be provided, and the looms we use in class* will be yours to keep. We will also discuss different kinds of yarn and looms, their suitability for tapestry, and what to look for when shopping for supplies.
*If you have taken a weaving class with Annette and already have a copper pipe loom, there is variable pricing available.*
Fee: $180.00
Instructor: Annette Harrison
Capacity Remaining: 6
Schedule Details: Saturday and Sunday, June 6 & 7, 10 am to 4 pm
Dates: 6/6/2020 - 6/7/2020
Times: 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Sessions: 2
Days: Su Sa
Building: Arbutus Folk School
Room: Front Classroom
Weaving images by hand is an ancient art form that has continued to inspire contemporary artists worldwide. In this class, we will cover all of the basic building blocks of beginning a personal tapestry weaving practice: warping a tapestry frame loom, creating and using designs suitable for weaving, building shapes, color blending, and some of the many techniques for finishing and display of your piece.
All yarn and tools will be provided, and the looms we use in class* will be yours to keep. We will also discuss different kinds of yarn and looms, their suitability for tapestry, and what to look for when shopping for supplies.
*If you have taken a weaving class with Annette and already have a copper pipe loom, there is variable pricing available.*
Fee: $180.00
Instructor: Annette Harrison
Capacity Remaining: 6
Schedule Details: Saturday and Sunday, September 19 & 20, 10 am to 4 pm
Dates: 9/19/2020 - 9/20/2020
Times: 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Sessions: 2
Days: Su Sa
Building: Arbutus Folk School
Room: Front Classroom
Arbutus is hosting an "Embroidery Circle" for those who want to meet up with other stitchers in the community. We meet on a Sunday each month for 2 hours, from 10:30am -12:30 pm. If you have questions, need guidance, or just want to come share - this is the group for you! All levels of experience are welcomed! While the group will have a knowledgeable "guide," we will all learn from each other! Bring in your ideas and projects: let's talk Embroidery!! There is a minimal charge of $5 for each session to help with Arbutus overhead.
Drop-ins are welcomed as space allows. However, we strongly recommend registering in advance: if there are no advance registrations, that month will be cancelled. Also, space is guaranteed for those who register in advance.
Fee: $5.00
Instructor: Roberta "Bobbi" Chase
Capacity Remaining: 9
Schedule Details: Sunday, 10:30 a.m - 12:30 p.m.
Dates: 2/9/2020 - 2/9/2020
Times: 10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
Sessions: 1
Days: Su
Building: Arbutus Folk School
Room: Front Classroom
Arbutus is hosting an "Embroidery Circle" for those who want to meet up with other stitchers in the community. We meet on a Sunday each month for 2 hours, from 10:30am -12:30 pm. If you have questions, need guidance, or just want to come share - this is the group for you! All levels of experience are welcomed! While the group will have a knowledgeable "guide," we will all learn from each other! Bring in your ideas and projects: let's talk Embroidery!! There is a minimal charge of $5 for each session to help with Arbutus overhead.
Drop-ins are welcomed as space allows. However, we strongly recommend registering in advance: if there are no advance registrations, that month will be cancelled. Also, space is guaranteed for those who register in advance.
Fee: $5.00
Instructor: Roberta "Bobbi" Chase
Capacity Remaining: 10
Schedule Details: Sunday, 10:30 a.m - 12:30 p.m.
Dates: 3/15/2020 - 3/15/2020
Times: 10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
Sessions: 1
Days: Su
Building: Arbutus Folk School
Room: Front Classroom
Arbutus is hosting an "Embroidery Circle" for those who want to meet up with other stitchers in the community. We meet on a Sunday each month for 2 hours, from 10:30am -12:30 pm. If you have questions, need guidance, or just want to come share - this is the group for you! All levels of experience are welcomed! While the group will have a knowledgeable "guide," we will all learn from each other! Bring in your ideas and projects: let's talk Embroidery!! There is a minimal charge of $5 for each session to help with Arbutus overhead.
Drop-ins are welcomed as space allows. However, we strongly recommend registering in advance: if there are no advance registrations, that month will be cancelled. Also, space is guaranteed for those who register in advance.
Fee: $5.00
Instructor: Roberta "Bobbi" Chase
Capacity Remaining: 11
Schedule Details: Sunday, 10:30 a.m - 12:30 p.m.
Dates: 4/19/2020 - 4/19/2020
Times: 10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
Sessions: 1
Days: Su
Building: Arbutus Folk School
Room: Front Classroom
Arbutus is hosting an "Embroidery Circle" for those who want to meet up with other stitchers in the community. We meet on a Sunday each month for 2 hours, from 10:30am -12:30 pm. If you have questions, need guidance, or just want to come share - this is the group for you! All levels of experience are welcomed! While the group will have a knowledgeable "guide," we will all learn from each other! Bring in your ideas and projects: let's talk Embroidery!! There is a minimal charge of $5 for each session to help with Arbutus overhead.
Drop-ins are welcomed as space allows. However, we strongly recommend registering in advance: if there are no advance registrations, that month will be cancelled. Also, space is guaranteed for those who register in advance.
Fee: $5.00
Instructor: Roberta "Bobbi" Chase
Capacity Remaining: 10
Schedule Details: Sunday, 10:30 a.m - 12:30 p.m.
Dates: 5/17/2020 - 5/17/2020
Times: 10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
Sessions: 1
Days: Su
Building: Arbutus Folk School
Room: Front Classroom
Arbutus is hosting an "Embroidery Circle" for those who want to meet up with other stitchers in the community. We meet on a Sunday each month for 2 hours, from 10:30am -12:30 pm. If you have questions, need guidance, or just want to come share - this is the group for you! All levels of experience are welcomed! While the group will have a knowledgeable "guide," we will all learn from each other! Bring in your ideas and projects: let's talk Embroidery!! There is a minimal charge of $5 for each session to help with Arbutus overhead.
Drop-ins are welcomed as space allows. However, we strongly recommend registering in advance: if there are no advance registrations, that month will be cancelled. Also, space is guaranteed for those who register in advance.
Fee: $5.00
Instructor: Roberta "Bobbi" Chase
Capacity Remaining: 11
Schedule Details: Sunday, 10:30 a.m - 12:30 p.m.
Dates: 6/14/2020 - 6/14/2020
Times: 10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
Sessions: 1
Days: Su
Building: Arbutus Folk School
Room: Front Classroom
