Class Schedule at a glance
Friday, October 12th
Afternoon Classes 2:30 pm-4:45 pm
Color and Weave in Plain Weave with Helen Stoerzinger
Spinning Cotton Without Tears with Nancy Preckshot
Even Count Peyote Stitch with Sue Bye
Spool Knitting with Traudi Bestler
Balloon Animals with Naomi Binsfeld
Weaving on a Triangle Loom with Ann Przybilla and Barb Lyndgaard
Saturday, October 13th
Morning Classes 9:30 am-11:45 am
Intro to Bobbin Lace Making with Kelly Marshall - Class is closed – new PM section below
Drum Carder Blending with Neal Goman
To Spindle or not to Spindle (small reed basket) with Bonnie Buzza
A Taste of Ply-Split Braiding with Dianne Stiff
Locker Hooking with Celeste Suter
Saturday, October 13th
Afternoon Classes 1:30 pm-3:45 pm
Intro to Bobbin Lace Making with Kelly Marshall -New PM section – only 3 seats open
Paper Plaited Basket Revisited with Peggy Baldwin
Little Knitted Beaded Amulet Bag with Lil McRae
Dye-Paint a Sock Blank with Traudi Bestler
Weaving on a Triangle Loom with Ann Przybilla and Barb Lyndgaard - THIS CLASS IS CLOSED. See new section offered on Friday Afternoon.
Kanzashi Flowers with Celeste Sutter
Class Descriptions
Friday, October 12th
Classes 2:30 pm – 4:45 pm
Color and Weave in Plain Weave
Checks, log cabin, and many small over-all designs can add interest to balanced plain weave. Weave off a scarf, towel, table runner, or wall hanging using one dark yarn and one light yarn for both warp and weft. Possible yarns: 3/2 perle cotton, or Harrisville Shetland, or 2/8 Maine Line wool for a 12-dent reed; Harrisville Highland or doubled 8/2 unmercerized cotton for a 10-dent reed. A draft will be sent to you.
Instructor: Helen Stoerzinger
Materials fee: $2.00
Class size: Limited to maximum of 8-10
What to bring: A rigid heddle frame loom or a table loom warped in dark and light, weft yarns, 2 shuttles, scissors, yarn needle, tape measure, and note-taking supplies.
Spinning Cotton Without Tears
Would you finally like to be able to spin that cotton in your stash, or find out how to set up your spinning wheel for spinning cotton more easily? You will learn how to prepare cotton for spinning, how to draft it smoothly while spinning, as well how to adjust your wheel for the easiest spinning. Even then some wheels are not well suited for spinning cotton, so the instructor will provide cotton spindles and you can learn the techniques on olden days technology.
Instructor: Nancy Preckshot
Materials fee: $5.00
Class size: Limited to 12
What to bring: Your spinning wheel (in case it can be adapted), or a charkha. If you have cotton carders, bring them, too.
Even Count Peyote Stitch
String seed beads to make strips and connect the ends to make rings or tubes. You will learn the technique and make (or at least get a good start on) a ring.
Instructor: Sue Bye
Material fee: $7.00
Class size: Limited to 10
What to bring: Scissors and magnifying glasses (if you need them).
Spool Knitting
Spool knitting is here again! There’s even a yahoo group devoted to it. In this class participants will learn to use spool knitters to create colorful cords that can be made into coasters, mats, pet leashes, and other imaginative things. No knitting experience is necessary to enjoy this class. The spool knitter is yours to keep, and you will go home with a small project and the knowledge to make many more.
Instructor: Traudi Bestler
Materials fee: $6.00 (for spool knitter, yours to keep at the end of class, handouts, and miscellaneous supplies.)
Class size: unlimited
What to bring: Small amounts of yarn from your stash, scissors, and yarn needle
Balloon Animals
This class will introduce you to the basics of twisting balloons. You will be given instruction in inflation, knot tying, twisting, and time permitting fancy extras. Handouts will include specific directions for several balloon creations, and resources for further study at home.
Instructor: Naomi Binsfeld
Materials fee: $10.00 (Includes high quality balloon inflator, 1 bag of 100 Qualatex balloons in assorted colors, 1 sharpie marker, and handouts.)
Class size: Up to 20
What to bring: All materials will be supplied by instructor.
Weaving on a Triangle Loom new Friday PM section just opened!
Are you puzzled by the concept of a loom that warps itself as you weave? Have you wanted to try your hand at tri-loom weaving? If you answered yes to either of these questions, then this is the class for you. You’ll learn the basics of tri-loom weaving and put what you learn into practice as you create your first project on a small triangle loom. Students will also have the opportunity to try their hand at weaving on a full size tri-loom.
Instructors: Ann Przybilla and Barb Lyndgaard
Materials fee: $15.00
Class size: Limited to 8
What to bring: Yarn needle and scissors.
Saturday October 13th
Morning Classes 9:30 am –11:45 pm
Intro to Bobbin Lace Making THIS CLASS IS CLOSED – see new PM section
Bobbing lace making is one of the five true lace forms where all the lace is made from individual threads. Bobbin lace uses multiple threads at a time, much like weaving. The other 4 types of lace include: knitting, crocheting, tatting, and needle lace; which use only one thread at a time. Join me in making a bookmark. Learn the basic stitches and all the possibilities with bobbin lace making. Please let me know if you have previous experience and I will bring a more challenging project for you.
Instructor: Kelly Marshall
Materials fee: $5.00 (more if you want to keep the board and bobbins)
Class size: Limited to 8
What to bring: Pen and scissors.
Drum Carder Blending a Color Wheel
Use your drum carder to blend wool in the primary colors into a 12 segment color wheel ready to spin.
Instructor: Neal Goman
Class fee: $10.00
Class size: Limited to 8
What to bring: Student should bring a working drum carder suitable for fine wool, such as Merino, a scale capable of measuring to grams, plastic bags, pen/pencil, and note cards or post-it notes for labeling.
To Spindle or not to Spindle (small reed basket)
Make the perfect basket for your drop spindle and roving; or use it for ply split braiding or other supplies. Will make small basket with shoulder strap, or weave your own strap later on your inkle or card loom.
Instructor: Bonnie Buzza
Materials fee: $20.00
Class size: 10 (will take 12 if some are experienced weavers)
What to bring: Dishpan for water, spray bottle, 2 old towels, basket tools or flat screwdriver, shears /heavy scissors, tape measure or ruler, and pencil.
A Taste of Ply-Split Braiding
This class will give you a ‘taste’ of ply-split braiding. Ply splitting has been used for years by camel herders in northern India for girths, bridles, etc. We use ply split braiding for decorative pieces like belts, baskets, coasters, jewelry. We will learn the basic technique of ply split braiding called SCOT. Using a gripfid tool, you will make a key fob or bookmark to take with you.
Instructor: Dianne Stiff
Materials fee: $10.00 (Gripfids will be provided for the class. You may purchase one for $10.00 if you wish.)
Class size: 8 – 10
What to bring: All materials will be supplied by instructor.
Locker Hooking Coasters or Trivet
Using rug canvas, string and fabric strips, class participants will make one coaster and leave with enough materials to make 3 more. You can also choose to begin one trivet. Students will create a design to put on their piece and learn edging, filling and finishing techniques. Easy enough for a child with good eye hand coordination while challenging enough for adults to learn. A good portable project and a great way to use up long strips left from garment construction and quilting! We’ll even talk about ways to use other materials and recycled ones too!
Instructor: Celeste Suter
Materials fee: $15.00
Class size: Minimum 6 maximum 12+ (Suitable for ages 10 to adult)
What to bring: Scissors, rotary cutter, ruler, and mat (last three optional), and any fun fabric or yarn you’d like to incorporate. Additional supplies and books will be available after class.
Saturday October 13th
Afternoon Classes 1:30 pm–3:45 pm
Intro to Bobbin Lace Making – NEW PM Section – Only 3 seats open
Kelly Marshal has graciously consented to holding an additional section of the very popular “Intro to Bobbin Lace”. For a complete description, please see the Saturday Morning class listing. Overflow from the morning class has this section almost filled already. Please remember that final class assignment is made after receipt of you registration fee.
Paper Plaited Basket Revisited
The bias woven or plaited basket is well suited to weaving with firm papers of all sorts. Those familiar with the basic bias basket can experiment with wide and narrow weavers, twill, the use of different types of papers and many other variations. Open to beginners and those with some experience.
Instructor: Peggy Baldwin
Materials fee: $10.00
Class size: 8 to 12
What to bring: Scissors, pencil, firm ruler, and masking tape. (I will provide papers, handouts, glue, paper clips, needle and thread, and etc.)
Little Knitted Beaded Amulet Bag
Learn the basics of knitting with beads using this little 4′ x 3″ amulet bag with I-cord strap 
for your first project. Can be completed in just a few hours.
Instructor: Lil McRae
Materials fee: Kits available for $8.00, $10.00 or $11.00 depending on cost of beads.
Class size: Limited to 10
What to bring: US 4/3.5 mm needles (A pair of double point needles will allow you to knit the I-cord strap.)
Dye-Paint a Sock Blank
Use dyes to paint a knitted sock blank in several colors, and then ravel the dyed blank when it is dry to create a pair of socks in your own unique color or way. Be crazy or subdued, primary or tertiary, bright, light, or totally unplanned. If you’re not crazy about socks the blanks can also be used to knit, weave, or crochet a project of your own choosing.
Instructor: Traudi Bestler
Materials fee: $8.00 (for dyes, assistant chemicals, handouts and other supplies)
Class size: Limited to 8
What to bring: A knitted sock blank (or more than one if you wish), protective gloves, protective apron (or wear old clothes), and an old towel.
Weaving on a Triangle Loom THIS CLASS IS CLOSED – See new Friday PM section just opened!
Are you puzzled by the concept of a loom that warps itself as you weave? Have you wanted to try your hand at tri-loom weaving? If you answered yes to either of these questions, then this is the class for you. You’ll learn the basics of tri-loom weaving and put what you learn into practice as you create your first project on a small triangle loom. Students will also have the opportunity to try their hand at weaving on a full size tri-loom.
Instructors: Ann Przybilla and Barb Lyndgaard
Materials fee: $15.00
Class size: Limited to 8
What to bring: Yarn needle and scissors.
Kanzashi Flowers
If you’ve ever admired the beautiful headdresses and hair ornaments worn by geisha, then you have seen Kanzashi flowers! Instead of tiny squares of silk and rice glue we will use regular fabric and thread to create beautiful flowers with pointed, round and pleated petals. The blooms can be used to decorate clothing, be made into jewelry and as embellishments for a variety of projects. You will learn techniques to make a variety of flowers using 3 simple folds. The flowers you create can be made into pins, earrings, magnets or barrettes and more. Have fun learning this modern twist on an ancient art form!
Instructor: Celeste Suter
Materials fee: $7.00
Class size: Minimum 4 Maximum 12+ (Suitable for ages 10 to adult)
What to bring: Scissors, thimble (if desired), and small printed fabric to add to what instructor will provide if you like a particular color. Additional supplies and books will be available after class.
