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Fee: $195.00
Instructor: Liz Frey
Student Age: 13+
Dates: 10/7/2023 - 10/8/2023
Times: 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Days: Su Sa Sessions: 2
Location: Arbutus Folk School, 610 4th Ave E
Max Class Size: 7
Capacity Remaining: 4
 In this two-session course, students will learn basic weaving techniques using both stick and boat shuttles on pre-warped floor looms, and will take home seven small completed handwoven pieces.
In the first session students will be introduced to the different parts of a loom and how they work. The instructor will cover weaving language and how to read weaving drafts, and demonstrate how to wind a bobbin and stick shuttle, throw a shuttle, advance the warp, add more weft, fix a broken warp thread, maintain an even weaving beat, and keep neat selvedges. In the second session students will use what they have learnt to weave and complete seven different samples.
Appropriate for beginners. No prior experience is required. All materials, tools, and equipment will be provided.
Please note that this course will take place upstairs in Marjorie's Loft. Because there are no elevator services to the Loft at this time, please notify our staff at info@arbutusfolkschool.org if you are interested in the class but unable to use stairs, in which case the instructor will ensure that your weaving project can be completed entirely in our downstairs space.
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Fee: $40.00
Instructor: Anne Carroll Gilmour
Student Age: 12+
Dates: 10/8/2023 - 10/8/2023
Times: 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
Days: Su Sessions: 1
Location: Arbutus Folk School, 610 4th Ave E
Max Class Size: 14
Capacity Remaining: 10
 Waulking, or luadh ("loo-ugh") in Gaelic, is the time-honored process of hand finishing woolen cloth in the traditional way. In the Scottish Gaidhealtachd, most especially in the Hebrides, this method survived into the 20th century, and consists of getting a group of people around a large table to thump, rub, and pass the newly woven wetted cloth while singing traditional Orain Luadh (rhythmic gaelic waulking songs). This is still one of the most effective (and fun!) ways to wet-finish hand woven woolens, and has always served the very practical purpose of making the resulting cloth tight, strong, and weather-proof.
This waulking will be led by artist Anne Carroll Gilmour, who began learning about these traditional songs and methods as a child at her grandfather's knee, and with Scottish Master weaver & tradition bearer Norman Kennedy. The weft yarn for the cloth being waulked in this workshop was homegrown and handspun from Anne's flock of Romney/Corriedale cross sheep, and the cloth was woven by Anne at her home in Ridgefield, WA.
No need to know Gaelic to participate - this fun workshop is open to anyone willing to get their hands wet and attempt simple choruses in a foreign language. However, participating students must not be allergic to wool. Come Tae th' Waulking!
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Fee: $125.00
Instructor: Kirsten Miller (she/her)
Student Age: 16+
Dates: 10/14/2023 - 10/15/2023
Times: 12:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Days: Su Sa Sessions: 2
Location: Arbutus Folk School, 610 4th Ave E
Max Class Size: 8
Capacity Remaining: 1
Come and learn how to “ecoprint” - or to transfer color directly from leaves or plants onto fabric - and create your own unique and colorful autumnal themed bandana!
After a brief introduction to natural dyes, your instructor will lead you around the neighborhood to harvest plants and leaves. A dye will be made from the locally sourced materials collected. Students will then learn special ecoprinting techniques that will help create defined prints of the locally-foraged plants on fabric.
Note that the instructor will mordant (or pre-treat) the fabric prior to class but will go over all the steps with students. Those interested in learning about the in-depth scour and mordanting (the fiber pre-treatment) process may like to register for the instructor's Introduction to Dyes course when it is next offered.
Students will leave with a simple materials guide, a mordanting guide, and their own unique ecoprinted autumnal bandana! Suitable for students with no prior knowledge as well as those with some basic experience in dyeing. All materials will be provided. Please bring an apron or wear clothes that can get dirty or stained with dye. Paper and pen for taking notes are also recommended.
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Fee: $195.00
Instructor: Cheryl Upshaw
Student Age: 13+ | Ages 10-12 welcome with a registered guardian.
Dates: 10/17/2023 - 11/7/2023
Times: 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM
Days: Tu Sessions: 4
Location: Arbutus Folk School, 610 4th Ave E
Max Class Size: 8
Capacity Remaining: 7
 This is a class for students who have completed the Beginner Knitter course, and for anyone who is able to knit and purl comfortably without assistance. Confident beginners are welcome!
In four classes, students will knit an entire hat! You will learn how to knit in the round using circular needles, how to make "jogless" stripes, how to transfer your knitting from circular needles onto double-pointed needles, and how to finish your hat so that the ends are secure and invisible. The hat will be completed by the end of the course - perfect timing for the upcoming winter holiday season!
Note: Circular and double pointed needles will be provided for students to keep. Students will need to bring a darning needle and their purchased yarn to the first class. Be sure to read the instructor's Yarn Guide before going shopping. If you purchase your yarn at The Black Sheep Yarn Boutique or Our Local Yarn Shop, make sure to mention that the yarn is for an Arbutus class and receive a 10% discount.
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Fee: $140.00
Instructor: Joan Hoffmeyer
Student Age: 16+
Dates: 11/4/2023 - 11/5/2023
Times: 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Days: Su Sa Sessions: 2
Location: Arbutus Folk School, 610 4th Ave E
Max Class Size: 5
Capacity Remaining: 0
 In this beginner's level course, you will learn the parts of a rigid heddle loom and the importance each part plays in your weaving. You will be shown 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 will also discuss different weave structures and how color can impact your woven items.
For this self-striping scarf project, you will see the thrilling progression as the colors of yarn you have chosen develop to create a truly original scarf design.
Appropriate for all skill levels. No prior experience is required. Looms will be provided. Students will need to bring scissors, tape measure, a blunt tipped tapestry needle, and self-striping yarn. It is recommended that you purchase either one skein of Zauberball Crazy or two skeins of Berroco Sesame or any other self-striping yarn. The total yardage needed is approximately 440 yards. Yarns may be purchased at The Black Sheep Yarn Boutique or Our Local Yarn Shop. Make sure you mention the yarn is for a class at Arbutus to receive a 10% discount.
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Fee: $55.00
Instructor: Amanda Hanson (she/her)
Student Age: See below
Dates: 11/11/2023 - 11/11/2023
Times: 2:30 PM - 4:30 PM
Days: Sa Sessions: 1
This course is for Ages 8-12
Location: Arbutus Folk School, 610 4th Ave E
Max Class Size: 8
Capacity Remaining: 8
 In this class each student will make their own needle felt mushroom, complete with a wood stand. The emphasis will be on blending and layering colors of fiber to create a more natural looking sculpture.
This is an entry level project and no prior experience with felting is required. Students will learn about the process and science behind needle felting, and how to safely use special felting tools. All felting supplies will be provided to students, with take-home tools to continue needle-felting on your own!
Please check on the left for class age range. For the youth classes, please plan to arrive 10 minutes before the class is scheduled to begin to check your student in. Note that masks are required for the duration of the class.
For students enrolled with OASIS, this class may qualify as a CBI for your arts learning. Please contact us at info@arbutusfolkschool.org to make arrangements for your student.
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Fee: $55.00
Instructor: Amanda Hanson (she/her)
Student Age: See below
Dates: 11/11/2023 - 11/11/2023
Times: 5:30 PM - 7:30 PM
Days: Sa Sessions: 1
This course is for Ages 13+
Location: Arbutus Folk School, 610 4th Ave E
Max Class Size: 8
Capacity Remaining: 7
In this class each student will make their own needle felt mushroom, complete with a wood stand. The emphasis will be on blending and layering colors of fiber to create a more natural looking sculpture.
This is an entry level project and no prior experience with felting is required. Students will learn about the process and science behind needle felting, and how to safely use special felting tools. All felting supplies will be provided to students, with take-home tools to continue needle-felting on your own!
Please check on the left for class age range. For the youth classes, please plan to arrive 10 minutes before the class is scheduled to begin to check your student in. Note that masks are required for the duration of the class.
For students enrolled with OASIS, this class may qualify as a CBI for your arts learning. Please contact us at info@arbutusfolkschool.org to make arrangements for your student.
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Fee: $140.00
Instructor: Joan Hoffmeyer
Student Age: 16+
Dates: 11/18/2023 - 11/19/2023
Times: 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Days: Su Sa Sessions: 2
Location: Arbutus Folk School, 610 4th Ave E
Max Class Size: 5
Capacity Remaining: 4
 Using Berroco Pima Soft, students will wind on enough warp to weave up to 5 spa cloths. Using one color for the warp and a different color for the weft, you can be creative with your designs as you weave, and can choose to weave for a rolled hem or short fringe. The instructor will have samples of each so you may decide before you start weaving.
This cute set of spa cloths would be great for gift exchanges at work or stocking stuffers (it's never to early to start planning!) or make them all for yourself to enjoy!
This two day course is appropriate for confident beginners who have a basic knowledge of weaving and warping a loom.
Looms will be provided. Students will need to bring scissors, a tape measure, a blunt tipped tapestry needle, and yarn. You will need two skeins for the warp and one skein for the weft, for a total of approximately 350 yards of Berroco Pima Soft yarn in two colors ($8.50 per skein). Berroco Pima Soft may be purchased at The Black Sheep Yarn Boutique or Our Local Yarn Shop. Make sure you mention the yarn is for a class at Arbutus to receive a 10% discount.
Your instructor will also email you additional information closer to the start date.
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Fee: $140.00
Instructor: Joan Hoffmeyer
Student Age: 16+
Dates: 12/16/2023 - 12/17/2023
Times: 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Days: Su Sa Sessions: 2
Saturday and Sunday
Location: Arbutus Folk School, 610 4th Ave E
Max Class Size: 5
Capacity Remaining: 4
 In this two day course, you will learn the parts of a rigid heddle loom and the importance each part plays in your weaving. You will be shown how to warp a loom and weave a towel. You will then learn hemstitching that holds woven yarn in place after the towel is removed from the loom. We will also discuss different weave structures and the impact of color in your woven items.
For this striped towel project, you will be using two or three different colors of cotton fiber. Each towel will be unique, depending on the colors that you choose and if you choose to weave with just one of the colors or using all colors, as in the sample. It is recommended that you purchase Berroco Pina 100 – one skein of each color. You may pick colors to match your kitchen or bathroom.
Appropriate for Beginner skill levels. Looms will be provided. Students will need to bring scissors, a tape measure, a tapestry needle, and three different colored skeins of either Berroco or Cascade Pima 100 cotton yarn, at approximately 220 yards per skein (average cost $25). The Black Sheep Yarn Boutique and Our Local Yarn Shop (OLYS) will give a 10% discount on these supplies if you mention your purchase is for a class at Arbutus. Please request the store to wind your yarn into cakes for you.
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