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Off Loom Weaving Workshop |
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Workshops available in the studio or on the road:
Felting
Beginning Nuno Felting*
Nuno Felting is the process of laminating wool to selected areas of a base
cloth. In this beginner class we’ll master the process by making several
small humanoids, animals, and ornaments. These smaller projects are a fun
introduction to the process and give you the skills needed to make larger
projects successfully. Marino fleece, base cloths, and decorative items will
be provided.
Intermediate Nuno Felting*
In this class you will make a lightweight drapeable wool and silk scarf. We
will discuss appropriate materials and see samples of finished pieces. You
will go home inspired by the limitless possibilities of this exciting process
and what you can do next. Marino fleece, fabrics, and decorative items will
be provided. Students are asked to bring a roll of bubble wrap 12 inches x
2 yards min., (make sure only one side is smooth), small amounts of fibers
or yarns you’d like to try (optional), and rubber gloves.
Advanced Nuno Felting*
Now that you know the basics of nuno felting, you can push the boundaries
to make wild and funky textured scarves. Some of the new techniques we will
try are: adding fringes, making puckered and sheered textures, shaping the
fabric by changing the direction of the fibers, and alternating the side of
the fabric that has added fibers. Marino fleece, fabrics and decorative items
will be provided. Students are asked to bring a roll of bubble wrap 12 inches
x 2 yards min., (make sure only one side is smooth), small amounts of fibers
or yarns you’d like to try (optional), and rubber gloves.
*The Nuno Felting workshops are all one day but can be combined for a one
day all level or a two day workshop.
Felted Bead Workshop
Felted beads can be a colorful and unique addition to any wardrobe, be used
as buttons, or just sit in a bowl and look beautiful. In this class, we’ll
make wet felted beads of several sizes and shapes and in many colors. We’ll
embellish them with beads, yarns, and even tie-dye them. This is a fun and
creative class.
1 day
Weaving
Plain Weave Revisited
Take a second look at plain weave and you’ll find it’s not so
plain after all. Utilizing color and weave effects, differential shrinkage,
novelty yarns, spaced warps, and a few other creative surprises, you’ll
find there are a myriad of possibilities for this simple weave structure.
Working as a round robin class with pre warped looms, you’ll go home
with a sampler of possibilities for full sized projects.
2 days
Inkle Loom
In this class we will jump right into the basics of weaving without the need
for complicated and expensive looms. Inkle looms are an easy way to make narrow
bands in any size from bookmarks to guitar straps, belts, or even wrist distaffs.
Colorful bands are simple and straightforward to warp, about as close to instant
gratification as you can get with weaving.
1 day
The Woven Journal
Spend time exploring and rethinking your environment to create a small woven
journal of your experiences. Capture the color and emotion of your day. After
spending time with Geri, your view of your world, environment and your art
will expand and will connect your daily life more closely to your weaving.
This is an off loom class, open to all levels of experience.
1 or two days
Off Loom Weaving Projects
There are many wonderful off loom projects that use small amounts of yarns.
We’ll begin by constructing a simple loom from inexpensive materials.
While you’re weaving, we’ll look at a number of other simple looms
and small projects. These projects are also suitable for use with children.
We’ll discuss what ages are appropriate and a few hints on working in
groups. All supplies, handouts, and materials for making the other sample
looms you didn’t get time for in the class are provided.
1 or 2 days
Misc.
Tie dye with a twist
Ever wonder how they make those stretchy wrinkled shirts that are so popular
these days? It’s easy, as you will find out in this workshop. We will
start with already constructed oversized shirts and shape and dye them in
creative ways. Ancient shabori techniques get a modern twist by heat setting
the shapes right into the fabric. We will work with patterned transfer papers,
make our own transfer papers, and use vat dyes.
1 or 2 days
Classes at Weaving Arts Studio:
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Monday through Friday 9 am to 4 pm We will break for lunch and a
walk at noon. Arrangements can be made for extended studio hours. |
| Cost:
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$375 per week
Includes use of looms and equipment, some supplies, and light lunch
Private lessons are $75 per day. |
| Lodging:
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There are several types of lodging available in the city of Tellico.
Please make your own arrangements. The following links should be helpful. |
Tellico Vacation Rentals
KOA
Monroe County Department
of Tourism
The weaving and spinning classes offered at Weaving Arts Studio are customized
for the individual. There will be from one to three students working in the
studio in a relaxed, stress free atmosphere. We will make every effort to
ensure your comfort and success. Because we are an open studio, an occasional
tourist may stop by to admire your progress.
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