In this workshop we will be discussing and practicing plying techniques for making balanced yarns and creating yarns with 2-ply, 3-ply and chain plying (AKA Navajo plying).
Students need to bring: Spinning wheel, lazy kate, and four bobbins. If you do not have these items, please contact us. We may have extras for you to borrow.
Participants must know how to create a single yarn.
14 years and up welcome! Younger students on a case-by-case basis.
Fee: $52.00
Instructor: Wendy Clark
Capacity Remaining: 4
Schedule Details: Saturday, August 29th 10 am to 1 pm
Dates: 8/29/2020 - 8/29/2020
Times: 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Sessions: 1
Days: Sa
Building: Arbutus Folk School
Room: Front Classroom
In this beginning spinning class we will discuss wheel mechanics, learn about twist and how fiber behaves, worsted and woolen spinning, and how to make balanced singles and 2 ply yarn. Our focus will be on spinning wool.
Ages 14 and up welcome!
Bring a spinning wheel if you own one, if not you may borrow one from the school.
Fee: $89.00
Instructor: Wendy Clark
Capacity Remaining: 5
Schedule Details: 3 Sessions, Tuesday evenings from 6-8pm May 5th, 12th & 19th
Dates: 5/5/2020 - 5/19/2020
Times: 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Sessions: 3
Days: Tu
Building: Arbutus Folk School
Room: Front Classroom
Here is a little project class that will leave you with something "useful and beautiful". Using silk overdyed ribbons, you will learn some basic ribbon embroidery skills to embellish your silk pincushion. Stuffed with clean wool fleece, you will learn how to construct this traditional tufted "pumpkin" pincushion.
Students Should Bring: 5" screw-type embroidery hoop, embroidery scissors. Kit will include silk fabric, silk ribbon, threads, needles, buttons, wool fleece, needles, and instructions. $18 to be paid to the instructor in class.
Fee: $42.00
Instructor: Roberta "Bobbi" Chase
Capacity Remaining: 4
Schedule Details: Saturday May 9th, 10am - 1pm
Dates: 5/9/2020 - 5/9/2020
Times: 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Sessions: 1
Days: Sa
Building: Arbutus Folk School
Room: Front Classroom
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: 2
Schedule Details: May 16 & 17, 10 am to 4 pm
Dates: 5/16/2020 - 5/17/2020
Times: 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Sessions: 2
Days: Su Sa
Building: Arbutus Folk School
Room: Front Classroom
Bomaki Shibori is a Japanese form of binding and dyeing fabric on a solid core, usually a pipe, to create patterning and possibly texture. In this class we will learn the basics of immersion dying silk and wool with hot water acid dyes. Then we will explore variations of pole wrapping creating several samples which will then be over-dyed or discharged, a process of removing color. Each student will make several samples in silk and wool to take home including one finished silk scarf.
Ages 18 and up welcome!
Students should bring thread snips or scissors, masking tape, and an old towel.
For this course, sturdy closed toed shoes are required, and students should expect to get dye on their clothing - dress accordingly!
Fee: $195.00
Instructor: Laura Hunter
Capacity Remaining: 8
Schedule Details: 2 Sessions, Saturday & Sunday from 10am-3pm
Dates: 5/30/2020 - 5/31/2020
Times: 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Sessions: 2
Days: Su Sa
Building: Arbutus Folk School
Room: Ceramic Studio
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, 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: 10
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:
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
REGISTRATION FOR THIS CLASS IS CLOSED.
In this class, students will learn basic weaving techniques using both stick and boat shuttles on pre-warped looms. They will also learn the parts of a loom and how they work, weaving language, how to read weaving drafts, wind a bobbin and stick shuttle, throw a shuttle, maintain an even weaving beat, keep neat selvedges and finish their completed projects. Students will take home a minimum of 4 completed handwoven pieces.
Students 14 years and up welcome!
Fee: $226.00
Instructor: Liz Frey
Capacity Remaining: 2
Dates: 5/16/2020 - 5/17/2020
Times: 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Sessions: 2
Days: Su Sa
Building: Arbutus Folk School
Room: Weaving Loft (upstairs)
Saturday & Sunday, May 16 & 17, 9 am to 4 pm
