Double Knitting – Tammy Conolly – Bashful Armadillo Fibers – Friday, February 7, 2025 – 10 AM
Learn basic double knitting techniques, creating two separate layers of knitted fabric at the same time so there is no wrong side. We’ll make a trivet that will have a mirror image on each side of the project. Students will need to bring straight or circular needles size 6 or 7. Yarn and pattern will be provided.
Sign up for this class by emailing bashfularmadillofibers@gmail.
Skill Level Required: Intermediate
Cost: $40
In this class, you will learn the ancient art of Viking weave using a dowel rod and thin wire. Viking weave is an ancient form of circular wire weaving which is not actually made of links of chain but rather loops of woven wire. The end goal will be to complete a bracelet length of chain that will then be embellished with beads (if desired) and finished by adding fasteners. Adventurous souls may want to continue their weaving in order to make a necklace-length chain. Dowels, wire, bead and fasteners will be provided. 10 student maximum per class
Date: Saturday, February 8, 2025 @ 9 am
Cost: $45
Class Level: Beginner
To register email [email protected]
Class Level: Beginner
To register email [email protected]
Introduction to Watercolors – Mandy Zeigler – Crafter’s Horde
Welcome to a creative and tranquil journey into the world of watercolor painting. This beginner-friendly class is designed to allow you to dip your toes into the essentials of watercolor art, allowing you to relax and express your creativity through this beautiful medium.
This 2-hour class is ideal for beginners with no prior experience in watercolor painting. Whether you’re looking to start a new hobby or simply want to explore your artistic side, this class is perfect for you.
In this class, you will:
– Explore Watercolor Techniques: Discover the basic techniques of watercolor painting, including wet-on-wet, wet-on-dry, and layering.
– Learn Different Brush Strokes: Learn about the different types of brush strokes and how to apply them effectively in your artwork.
– Create a Sea-Inspired Painting: Unleash your creativity as you practice and paint your own sea-inspired masterpiece
Join us for this delightful exploration of watercolor painting and leave with a beautiful piece of art and newfound confidence in your artistic abilities. We can’t wait to see the sea-inspired creations you’ll bring to life!
Purchase and reserve your seat here: https://www.craftershorde.com/product/beginner-watercolor/252
Date: Friday and Saturday February 7 & 8, 2025 2PM to 4 PM
Cost: $35
Class Level: Beginner
Needle Felted Mermaid – Mandy Zeigler – Crafter’s Horde
Come and learn the art of needle felting with this fun and creative class. You will turn wool roving into a sculpted piece of art. We will be making a beautiful felted mermaid with your choice of decorations and coloration.
We will be spending 2 hours learning and practicing needle felting. Class Kits cost $38 dollars each and will be delivered and handed out at the beginning of class.
Reserve your spot here: https://www.craftershorde.com/
Date: Friday and Saturday February 7 & 8, 2025 12PM
Cost: $38
Class Level: Beginner
Adventures in Fiber and Yarn – Katy Turbeville – Yarn Adventure LLC
Learn all about the basic properties of yarn and fiber in this lecture style class from Katy of Yarn Adventure Truck. Depending on the project you choose, the purpose of your garment, or your personal tastes, choosing the right yarn or fiber can be critical to your success. You will learn about many qualities of yarn and fiber, including weight, spin, ply, memory, staple length, micron count, and many more! Students can sign up at this link on the Yarn Adventure website https://yarn-adventure-llc.myshopify.com/products/adventures-in-fiber-and-yarn
Date: Saturday, February 8, 2025 10:30 PM
Cost: $20
Class Level: Beginner
Intro to Spinning: Spindles and Wheels – Julie Drogsvold
This course is designed for those desiring to learn how to spin yarn by hand. Class will go over using a drop
spindle and the benefits of both the spindle and spinning wheel to create yarn. Students are welcome to bring a spinning wheel if they have one. Class will focus primarily on the technique of spinning fiber into singles, as well as finishing to make 2-ply yarn. No previous spinning experience is required. Limit 14 students
Topics covered:
❖ The different types of Drop Spindles
❖ The wide spectrum and variety of Spinning wheels
❖ Fiber Preparation
❖ Drafting
❖ Control
Class outline:
1. Through the Forest – Learn the different types of drop spindles and spinning wheels, when and what they are best used for.
2. The Rainbow – Learn about spinnable fibers and where to find success.
3. Into the Reeds – Jump into drafting and fiber control.
All with the ever patient and experienced tutor Julie by your side!
Skill level Required: Join us as you are! Whether you are a beginner or advanced, everyone is welcome, and will gain valuable insights from this class.
Students will need to bring:
1. Students will be supplied a drop spindle but are welcome to bring their own
2. Spinning wheel or e-spinner if available
3. Niddy noddy if available
Instructor will supply:
1. Drop spindle (student will keep)
2. Fiber for class use
Date: Thursday, February 6, 2025 Afternoon and Sunday, February 9, 2025 Morning.
Cost: $40 plus $20 Student Materials Fee
Class Level: Beginner
Spinner’s Toolbox: Spinning from the Fold – Julie Drogsvold
Spinning from the fold is an excellent way to give your spinning a little bit of loft, without having to change your worsted prep fiber. In this class we’ll take the process step-by-step and create lovely smooth, but a little less dense yarns.
Topics covered:
❖ The technique of the draft
❖ Choosing your fibers and preparations
Class outline:
1. How to prepare fibers for success
2. Drafting from the fold
3. The advantages of this technique and your final results
Skill level: Students should have a good working relationship with their wheel and be capable
of spinning a consistent single.
Students will need to bring:
1. Spinning wheel or e-spinner
2. Lazy Kate and 3 empty bobbins
3. Niddy noddy or ball winder
Instructor will supply:
1. Fiber for class use
Limit 14 students
Date: Friday, February 7, 2025 Morning
Cost: $40 plus $10 Student Materials Fee
Spinner’s Toolbox: Supported Long Draw – Julie Drogsvold
Long draw spinning is a classic technique useful for every spinner. True woolen yarn can be quickly spun and is ideal for wonderful warm weather clothing. Hone your skills with this light-hearted and fun class, starting with carding washed fleece and then long drawing your prepared rolags.
Topics covered:
❖ Mastering the Long Draw: How it works.
❖ Which fibers and preparations bring success.
❖ Carding, consistency, and practice.
Class outline:
1. Preparing the fiber
2. Drafting- the art of learning to let go
3. Twist – how much or how little your fiber and wheel prefer
4. Troubleshooting – the best way to learn is to do it and ask ALL the questions you can!
Skill level: Students should have a good working relationship with their wheel and be capable
of spinning a consistent single.
Students will need to bring:
1. Spinning wheel or e-spinner, ideally with Scotch tension
2. Hand Carders, any tpi will work
3. Lazy Kate and 3 empty bobbins
4. Niddy noddy or ball winder
Instructor will supply:
1. Fiber for class use
Limit 14 students
Date: Friday, February 7, 2025 Afternoon
Cost: $40 plus $10 Student Materials Fee
Build and Use Your Own Blending Board – Julie Drogsvold
Would you like to make beautiful rolags and bright, textured batts? This class will provide you with all the tools, materials, and technique needed to create your very own!
Join us for an engaging half day class designed for all skill levels! Participants will learn foundational techniques to create unique fiber blends, enhancing your understanding of color and texture. Explore creative possibilities, refining your skills to achieve custom blends that elevate your projects all with the help from the supportive and patient instructor of Julie!
Topics covered:
❖ Blending fibers on your board
❖ Create dynamic and textured blends
❖ Make rolags and batts from your board
❖ Learn different fibers work on your board
❖ Tips and tricks to make your board a valuable tool for spinning and felting
Class outline:
1. Build a board – During class each student will build their own individual blending board!
2. Let’s Learn – an Indepth dive into the materials best suited and the techniques of blending boards
3. Jumping in – One-on-one help from Julie herself and problem solving along the way as you master the art of the blending board.
All students will take home a full size blending board they made for continued use.
Skill level Required: Join us as you are! Whether you are a beginner or advanced, everyone is welcome, and will gain valuable insights from this class.
Instructor will supply:
1. Board
2. Blending cloth
3. Packing brush
4. Rolag dowel
5. Fiber for class use
6. All tools needed
Limit 14 students
Date: Saturday, February 8, 2025 Morning
Cost: $40 plus $95 Student Materials Fee
Create and Spin Your Own Art Yarns using a Blending Board – Julie Drogsvold
Would you like to make bright, fun and textured art batts, then spin those batts into amazing yarn? This class will provide all the tools and materials needed to use your blending board in new and exciting ways from a variety of fibers and materials.
Students will then creatively spin batts and rolags in a thick and thin manner to create one-of-a-kind singles and plied yarn.
Blending Boards will be available for purchase before class.
Topics covered:
❖ The times for using batts and rolags while spinning
❖ How different fibers and materials act on your board
❖ How to blend and problem solve with your board
Class outline:
1. Let’s Learn – an indepth dive into the materials and fibers best suited for art batts and how to get the most from your board.
2. Jumping in – One-on-one help from Julie herself on spinning techniques from the batt as well as from rolags.
3. Create – Time will be devoted to practicing and mastering this fun spinning, as well as show and tell of each student’s unique art yarn!
Skill Level Required: Students should have a good working relationship with their wheel
and be capable of spinning a consistent single.
What to bring!
1. Blending Board (Blending Boards will be available for purchase before class)
2. Spinning wheel or e-spinner
3. Lazy kate
4. 3 empty bobbins
5. Niddy noddy or ball winder
Instructor will supply:
1. Rolag dowels
2. Fiber for class use
Limit 14 students
Date: Saturday, February 8, 2025 Afternoon
Cost: $40 plus $15 Student Materials Fee