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Students need to bring the following to class:
5” screw-type embroidery hoop (or purchase from the instructor for $8) and small scissors. $5 to give to instructor for kit
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.
We are only permitting 5 students and one to two instructors in the class. WE REQUIRE PARTICIPANTS TO WEAR A MASK WHEN INSIDE THE BUILDING.
UNFORTUNATELY, WE CANNOT ALLOW DROP-INS DURING THIS TIME - PLEASE PLAN AHEAD.
Fee: $56.00
Instructor: Roberta "Bobbi" Chase
Capacity Remaining: -1
Dates: 10/2/2021 - 10/16/2021
Times: 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Sessions: 3
Days: Sa
Building: Arbutus Folk School
Room: Front Classroom
Sundays, Oct 2, 9, and 16, 10 to noon
Please click the "Add to Waitlist" button below.
Students need to bring the following to class:
5” screw-type embroidery hoop (or purchase from the instructor for $8) and small scissors. $5 to give to instructor for kit
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.
We are only permitting 5 students and one to two instructors in the class. WE REQUIRE PARTICIPANTS TO WEAR A MASK WHEN INSIDE THE BUILDING.
UNFORTUNATELY, WE CANNOT ALLOW DROP-INS DURING THIS TIME - PLEASE PLAN AHEAD.
Fee: $56.00
Instructor: Roberta "Bobbi" Chase
Capacity Remaining: 0
Dates: 10/2/2021 - 10/16/2021
Times: 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Sessions: 3
Days: Sa
Building: Arbutus Folk School
Room: Front Classroom
Sundays, Oct 2, 9, and 16, 1-3 PM
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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 t wo skeins of yarn at approximately 220 yard per skein (average cost $25), Scissors, Tape measure, and Tapestry needle. Ewe & I in Chehalis. The Black Sheep Yarn Boutique, and Our Local Yarn Shop (OLYS) will all give a 10% discount on these supplies if you mention your purchase is for a class at Arbutus.
Fee: $168.00
Instructor: Joan Hoffmeyer
Capacity Remaining: -3
Dates: 9/18/2021 - 9/19/2021
Times: 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Sessions: 2
Days: Su Sa
Building: Arbutus Folk School
Room: Woodshop
Saturday and Sunday, 10 am to 4 pm
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.
We are still taking precautions against COVID:
No drop-ins at this time
Masks required
Heath check form required
Fee: $113.00
Instructor: Wendy Clark
Capacity Remaining: 2
Schedule Details: Thursday eves, 6-8 PM; 8/26, 9/2, & 9/9
Dates: 8/26/2021 - 9/9/2021
Times: 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Sessions: 3
Days: Th
Building: Arbutus Folk School
Room: Front Classroom
This folk & traditional arts workshop is supported with funding from Northwest Heritage Resources, a Washington state cultural non-profit organization, and presented in partnership with the Washington State Parks Folk & Traditional Arts Program.
Class fee waived for members of regional tribes. Please contact info@arbutusfolkschool.org to register and have your fee waived.
Fee: $152.00
Instructor: Melissa Peterson
Capacity Remaining: 3
Schedule Details:
Dates: 9/11/2021 - 9/12/2021
Times: 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Sessions: 2
Days: Su Sa
Building: Millersylvania State Park
Room: Kitchen Shelter #1
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Bring to Class: 5" or 6" embroidery hoop and small scissors. Kit Fee: $9.00 to give to instructor
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"!
To meet the Washington Safe Start COVID-19 protocols we can only permit 5 students and one to two instructors in the studio at one time. WE REQUIRE THAT ALL PARTICIPANTS WEAR A MASK WHEN INSIDE THE BUILDING.
UNFORTUNATELY, WE CANNOT ALLOW DROP-INS DURING THIS TIME - PLEASE PLAN AHEAD.
Fee: $56.00
Instructor: Roberta "Bobbi" Chase
Capacity Remaining: 0
Dates: 10/3/2021 - 10/17/2021
Times: 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Sessions: 2
Days: Su
Building: Arbutus Folk School
Room: Front Classroom
Sunday Oct 3 & 17, 10 to noon.
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Bring to Class: 5" or 6" embroidery hoop and small scissors. Kit Fee: $9.00 to give to instructor
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"!
To meet the Washington Safe Start COVID-19 protocols we can only permit 5 students and one to two instructors in the studio at one time. WE REQUIRE THAT ALL PARTICIPANTS WEAR A MASK WHEN INSIDE THE BUILDING.
UNFORTUNATELY, WE CANNOT ALLOW DROP-INS DURING THIS TIME - PLEASE PLAN AHEAD.
Fee: $56.00
Instructor: Roberta "Bobbi" Chase
Capacity Remaining: 0
Dates: 10/3/2021 - 10/17/2021
Times: 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Sessions: 2
Days: Su
Building: Arbutus Folk School
Room: Front Classroom
Sunday Oct 3 & 17, 10 to noon.
Class takes place at Arbutus Folk School.
Learn basket-making skills in miniature by creating a tiny root basket with Warm Springs Wasco artist Maria Godines. Students will weave the basket as well as create a bead & bone necklace from which students may choose to hang their basket as a pendant. Yarn forms the body of the basket with a rim of buckskin added along the top. Finished basket will be about 1 3/4 inches high and 1 1/4 inches in diameter.
Fee: $66.00
Instructor: Maria Godines
Capacity Remaining: 9
Schedule Details: Sunday, 9 am to 1 pm
Dates: 8/15/2021 - 8/15/2021
Times: 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Sessions: 1
Days: Su
Building: Arbutus Folk School
Room: Ceramic Studio
In this introductory level course, students will learn the basics of pine needle basketry by creating a coaster. 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.
Students should bring sharp pointed scissors, needle nosed pliers, and a lunch. You may also wish to bring a thimble, small pin cushion, portable battery powered task light, and jeweler's magnifying glasses, but these items are optional.
Ages 14 and up welcome. Ages 12 & 13 welcome if accompanied by an enrolled adult. Scholarships are available for youth with financial need to participate at no cost. Call 360-350-0187 for more info.
**All students must be fully vaccinated against Covid-19 to participate in this class.** While we do not require documentation of vaccination, we ask that the needs of the instructor be respected for this in-person event.
Fee: $98.00
Instructor: James Shanower
Capacity Remaining: 2
Schedule Details: Saturday, 8/21, 9am-4pm
Dates: 8/21/2021 - 8/21/2021
Times: 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Sessions: 1
Days: Sa
Building: Arbutus Folk School
Room: Front Classroom
his a fun technique to make a textured “waffle weave” structure combined with plain weave for a nice absorbent & textured towel. You make the “waffle” by using a pick-up stick in two different positions to give you both a warp & weft face intermittent weave structure.
We will use 100% cotton for the towel. You can use one or two colors; the choice is yours. I recommend either an 8/4 cotton or a sport weight cotton fiber. You will need approximately 350 yards of cotton.
8/4 cotton cones can be purchased at Ewe & I in Chehalis. Cotton can be purchased at The Black Sheep Yarn Boutique or Our Local Yarn Shop (OLYS), both in Olympia. Mention your purchase is for a class at Arbutus to receive a 10% discount on your purchase at any of these stores.
You will also need to bring tapestry needles and scissors to class.
Prerequisite for the class is a basic knowledge of weaving and warping a loom.
Fee: $168.00
Instructor: Joan Hoffmeyer
Capacity Remaining: 3
Schedule Details: Saturday and Sunday, 10 AM to 4 PM
Dates: 8/14/2021 - 8/15/2021
Times: 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Sessions: 2
Days: Su Sa
Building: Arbutus Folk School
Room: Front Classroom
Class takes place at Arbutus Folk School.
Create buckskin moccasins with Maria Godines. Open to students ages 14 and older.
This folk & traditional arts workshop is supported with funding from Northwest Heritage Resources, a Washington state cultural non-profit organization.
Class fee waived for members of regional tribes. Please contact info@arbutusfolkschool.org to register and have your fee waived.
Fee: $110.00
Instructor: Maria Godines
Capacity Remaining: 8
Schedule Details: 9 am to 5 pm with a half hour lunch break
Dates: 8/14/2021 - 8/14/2021
Times: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Sessions: 1
Days: Sa
Building: Arbutus Folk School
Room: Ceramic Studio
Fee: $5.00
Instructor: Roberta "Bobbi" Chase
Capacity Remaining: 1
Schedule Details:
Dates: 8/8/2021 - 8/8/2021
Times: 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Sessions: 1
Days: Su
Building: Arbutus Folk School
Room: Front Classroom
Fee: $5.00
Instructor: Roberta "Bobbi" Chase
Capacity Remaining: 5
Schedule Details:
Dates: 10/10/2021 - 10/10/2021
Times: 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Sessions: 1
Days: Su
Building: Arbutus Folk School
Room: Front Classroom
