Able
to
come up a little early and
want
to
spend
some
more
time
practicing
a
technique
or
skill
you
developed
at
Fiber
College?....
or
maybe
you
just
need
to
take
a
little
more
time
strolling
the
beach
looking
for
that
special
rock,
driftwood
piece
or
mermaid
tear
(sea glass) to top
off one of your projects? Come on down to Fiber College
grounds to stretch out in one of the classrooms, visit
the beach for a picnic or to help us eat any of the left over pies and
garden veggies.
Thursday:
9 A.M.- 4 P.M. (1
hour
for lunch) Instructor:
Laney Lloyd Class Size: 8
Description: This
class
will
explore
how
overshot
patterns
are
used
to
create
intricate
shapes on a 4-harness loom. We shall begin warping our looms in an
effortless way and then we'll proceed to the more creative process of exploring overshot designs using various tieups,
treadlings, yarns and color. Prerequisite: Students should be able
to follow a weaving draft, warp a loom,
and understand the fundamentals of weaving. Class
fee: $205.00Materials
fee:
$25.00 Warp
yarn
in
a
pre-measured
chain; Weft yarns of many colors &
weights;Handouts.
Student brings: 4- harness table or floor loom
with 2 lease sticks, 8,10 or 12 dent reed; sley hook; 2 shuttles,
scissors, notebook and pencil.
Thursday:
9 A.M.- 4 P.M. (1
hour
for lunch) Instructor: Tom
Cote Class
Size:
12
Description:
Under the tutelage of Master Wood Carver Tom Cote, you will design and
carve an image or scene in a woodblock that can be used to make prints
on fabric or paper. Here's your chance to print blocks for
quilts, pillows, scrapbooks...what can you think of? Learn to add
and blend colors in your print for a totally customized piece of
artwork.
Class
fee: $139.00 Materials
fee: $15.00
Includes: Printing ink and all the tools to do the printing. The
blocks of wood for the
print and I'll also bring some tools. Student
brings: Pre washed
cotton enough for 10-12 squares.
Approximately 10"x10" Carving tools if you have them.
Thursday:
9 A.M.- 4 P.M. (1
hour
for lunch) Instructor: Susie Stephenson
Class
Size: 15 Description: Who needs a kit to hook
a fabulous rug? I've been hooking for 17 years and am
ready to teach you how to draw your own design, pick out the wools and
other fibers that make your heart sing, pull up the loops to bring your
work of art to life and give you confidence to complete your first
hooking project. Bring images and ideas...together will plan and begin
executing your rug. Class
fee:
$139.00Materials
fee:
$50.00
Includes: Linen piece for backing, wool for hooking your project,
different "accent" fibers and cotton twill tape for finishing your rug. Student
brings:
hook and frame or hoop and sharp scissors.
Website: www.mainemats.com *A 2011 Fiber College
Exclusive
Thursday: 9 A.M.- 4
P.M. (1
hour
for lunch)
Instructor: Beth Berman Class
Size: 10
Description: This is a fabulous
opportunity to learn how to stretch and tape a silk screen, make a
handy portable printing surface and learn how to silk screen using
different products like thickened dye and acrylic paints and mediums as
well as how to set up and use a deconstructed screen. We will cover
paper stencils, permanent and semi-permanent images on screens, resists
using wax, tape and paper. We will discuss and use thermofax screens as
well as making permanent images with water soluble crayons and pastels.
You will learn everything you need
to know about making and using silk
screens and you will go home with a 14”X14” screen and 2’X2’ printing
surface. A squeegee and an instruction manual with all the directions
covered in the class will also included in the supply fee.
Welcome to the world of silk screening on fabric and paper.
Class fee:
$139.00
Materials
fee: $65.00
Instructor will provide: materials to make on 14x14 silk screen, soy
wax, resist materials, dye and thickeners. Material to construct
a 24x24 printing surface, tools & squeegies. Basically
everything but fabric to screen onto.
Student
brings: 5 yards of
white, 100% cotton fabric with NO finsishes like wrinkle free.
Check at Joann's. You can bring much more fabric to screen on and
few
images
on
plain paper that can be screened as outlines
(suggestion: children's profiles, pets, a graphic motif) *A
2011 Fiber College
Exclusive
Thursday:
9 A.M.- 4 P.M. (1
hour
for lunch) Instructor: Josette McWilliams Class
Size: 10
Description:Batts
are
the
best
of
the
best
in
terms
of
spinning
experiences.
When
prepared
well,
a
batt
will
draft
smoother
than
any
other
fiber
preparation,
enabling
you
to
spin
any
weight
of
yarn
you
desire.
In
this
class,
we’re
going
to celebrate the batt and
create our
own batts to spin. No other fiber prep form allows you the
versatility of
spinning from a batt. From color play to blending of different
fiber
types to truly unique art in fiber form – you can do whatever you
dream.
Just bring your wheel, a sense of adventure, and a hunger for
some fiber
fun and we’ll learn to make great batts, how to prep batts for
different
spinning methods (from the fold, long-draw, etc), and how to spin
them.
This class is a hands-on intensive journey into different fibers,
colors, and
textures and what they bring to your yarn creations!
Class
fee: $139.00Materials
fee:$10.00. All inclusive kit.
Student
brings:
A wheel or spindle in good working order.
Intermediate
Level-
must
be
proficient
with
dp
needles,
Magic
Loop,
or
working
with
two
circulars.
Thursday:
9 A.M.- 4 P.M. (1
hour
for lunch) Instructor:
Beth Brown-Reinsel
Class
Size: 25
Description: Students will learn how
to construct a Gansey, a sweater form prevalent in the 19th century and
early part of the 20th century among the fishermen of the British
Isles. A small scale sweater will be knitted using traditional
construction techniques including the classic Channel Island Cast-on,
split welts, seam stitches, traditional knit/purl patterns, the
underarm gusset, shoulder gussets, picked-up sleeves, and rolled
collar. Alternative methods to these techniques will also be
explored.
Class
fee:
$139.00Materials
fee:$0
Student
brings:
One set of
four 7" long (shorter is OK) dp needles, US size 5 (3.75mm). One
set of four or five 7" long (shorter is OK) dp needles, US size 7
(4.5mm). 3 oz. plain-textured, solid, light-colored worsted
weight yarn and few images
on plain paper that can be screened as outlines (suggestion: children's
profiles, pets, a graphic motif) Optional:
11
1/2"
or
12"
circular
needle
US
size
4.5
mm,
st
markers,
waste
yarn,
sticky
notes
or
magnetic
board
to
aid
in
reading
the
chart.
(If
you
like
using
the
magic
loop
or
2
circulars,
bring
the
appropriate
needle.
Silk
Painting
Appropriate
for
Everybody
who
has
the
skills
listed
below
Thursday:
9 A.M.- 4 P.M. (1
hour
for lunch) Instructor:
Cynthia McGuirl Class
Size: 12
Description:
Students will work on prehemmed silk which will be stretched on a
frame. We will use non-toxic dyes and resists to create one of
kind scarves.
You can work "freehand" or you can transfer a design to your
scarf. Resists are applied to contain colors and/or to draw
images on the fabric. Dyes are then applied to the scarf.
We will be using water based non-toxic pigment dyes. These
dyes don't spread as much as traditional silk dyes which makes for
great color blending possibilities. The finished scarf has
a stone washed look and creating rich textures is easy. Students will
learn how to mix their own colors as well as techniques for working
with color and design. The finished scarves need to air dry for at
least 48 hours and are then heat set in a dryer. Each student
will go home with detailed instructions on how to hand wash their
scarves.
Class
fee: $139.00Materials
fee:$25.00. All dyes, resists, tools, frames
and supplies. Per student: 2- 11" x 60" habatoi silk scarves, 1-
11"x 11" practice silk
Additional scarves available for $10. each. Student
brings: Enthusiasm!
Website: www.dancingblanket.com
*A
2011 Fiber College Exclusive
Friday
Absolute
Beginner Spindling Appropriate
for
Everyone Friday:
10:00
A.M
- 12:00 P.M. Instructor: Heather
Kinne Class
Size: 12 Description: If you've ever wanted
to learn to spin but were too intimidated to try, this class is for
you. Learn how and why to draft fiber, the parts and functions of
a spindle and begin making your own yarn! All materials are
provided for use during the class and may be purchased afterwards if
you absolutely live it~ and we hope you will! Class
fee:
$59.00Materials
fee: $0
Spindles
to
learn
on…may
be
purchased
for
$18-$20,
fiber
Student provides: a spindle if you have one Website:www.highlandhandmades.com
Friday:
10:00
A.M.- 1:00 P.M. Instructor:
Mary EllenKranz Class Size: 12 Description: Project
Runway did it, now you can too. Create your own fabric to use in
wearable art projects. Start with a photo image of something you
love
in Maine. Learn to print it onto fabric using the latest products and
techniques for making your piece soft, brightly-colored and washable.
In class, we’ll print our fabric image using an ordinary inkjet
printer. We’ll also discuss how to prepare images that can be
sent off
to companies who will reasonably print your very own “fabric line” as
yardage. Class
fee:
$139.00Materials
fee: You
can
choose
a
photograph
from
Mary
Ellen’s
extensive
collection
or,
prior
to
class,
you
can
email
a
photograph
to
her
of
something
you
love
(maryellen@quiltingimages.com
with
Subject:
Fiber
College).
All
other
supplies,
printable
fabric,
backing,
printer ink, etc. will be provided
for a fee of not more than $6 payable to teacher in class. Student
provides: Nothing,
everything is in the kit Website:www.quiltingimages.com
Friday:
10:00
A.M.-
1:00 P.M. Instructor:
Amy Felske
Class Size: 15 Description:
Create a Baa of your very own. These small sheep are made from
woven wool with clothespin legs, needlefelted fleece and hematite bead
eyes. You will stuff a pre-sewn baa body, hand sew their leg
coverings and ears and then
needlefelt
their fleece for the
perfect beginning to a flock or two of your own. Class
fee: $69.00 Materials
fee:$15 all
you need Student
provides: A sense
of humor:-) You may
bring along any small embellishment to add to your Baa and kit.
Shifu
~
Traditional
Japanese
Paper
Spinning
Appropriate
for
Anyone
Comfortable
with
their
wheel
or
Spindle
Friday:
10:00
A.M.-
1:00 P.M. Instructor:
Sarah
Haskell Class
Size:
15 Description:
In 11th century
Japan the technique of spinning rice paper into thread known as Shifu
was developed. This fine thread was then woven into garments that were
worn by Buddhist priests. Later in the 17th century, Samurai families
began to produce Shifu woven garments as a small industry.
In this workshop we will learn how to take a sheet of handmade paper
and spin it into thread using either a drop spindle or a wheel.
Handspun paper thread is quite durable; can be dyed and used for
knitting, weaving or crocheting.
Class
fee: $69.00Materials fee: $15 for specialty papers
Students need to bring: Drop spindle or wheel in good working
order, an exacto-style knife with sharp blades, an 18” ruler, pencil
and cutting pad.
Friday:
10:00
A.M.- 12:00PM Instructor: Laney
LloydClass Size: 8 Description: This class will explore how overshot
patterns are used to create intricate shapes on a 4-harness
loom. We shall begin warping our looms in an
effortless way and then we'll proceed to the more creative process of exploring overshot
designs using various tieups, treadlings, yarns and color. Prerequisite:
Students
should
be
able
to
follow
a
weaving
draft,
warp
a
loom,
and
understand
the
fundamentals
of
weaving. Class
fee: $205.00 for
sessions1 & 2
Materials
fee: $25.00
(covers
both
sessions)
Includes
warp
yarn
in
pre-measured
chain;
weft
yarns
of
many
colors
&
weights Student
provides: 4-
harness table or floor loom
with 2 lease stick 8,10 or 12 dent reed; sley hook; 2 shuttles,
scissors, notebook and pencil.
Friday: 10:00 AM-
1:00 P.M. Instructor:
Gale ZuckerClass
Size: 16 Description: Cover the basic
concepts in making your digital photography images look great,
concentrating on camera use techniques and tricks to photograph fiber
and texture. Learn to choose backgrounds, colors, simple light
tips
and how to use photography to really tell the story of your
craft. Gale will also demo the optimization of your images once
they're out of the camera and into a blogpage or website. Class
fee:
$69.00Materials
fee:
$0.00
Student
provides: An example of
their work they would like to photograph and their digital camera. Digital
cameras-- dslr or point & shoot are fine--but students must know
how to find their settings and/or bring their manual Website:www.gzucker.com
Friday: 12:30
P.M.-1:30 P.M. Instructor:
Judy Tollefson
Class Size: 15 Description: Learn
how to put a ruffle on after the garment is done, either ruffling "up"
or ruffling "down" from the hem, neckline,
or
wrist;
or
around
an
ankle,
elbow
or
head!
Bring
your
knitted
homework,
and
we
will
complete
two
types
of
ruffle
in
class,
and
begin
a
third.
Variations
on
these
ruffles
will
be
discussed
in
class,
as
well
as
being
provided
in
written
classroom
instructions.
You
will
go
away confident that ruffles are an easy, fun embellishment for the
whimsical or elegant "girls" in your life. Class
fee: $24.00Materials
fee: $0 Classroom instructions for working the ruffles, including
tips on varying the ruffles presented. Student
provides: Yarn for completing the ruffles. Set of 5 dpns; usual
knitting supplies.
Glasses to see your work!
Website:www.Judyscolors.com
Friday: 2:00 P.M. -
5:00 P.M.
Instructor: Anna Low
Class
Size: 12 Description: Have
you ever wanted to
bind your own books? This is the introductory class for you.
We're going to dive right in and make three small books using
three different binding techniques: Japanese stab binding, an accordion
fold, and a decorative pamphlet stitch. You will walk out of class with
three beautiful blank books and the skills to keep Class fee:
$69.00 Materials
Fee: $10.00 includes all inclusive kit Student provides:
enthusiasm, any special paper you'd
like to bring. Website:www.purplebeanbindery.com
Color in Traditional Fair Isle
Knitting* Appropriate for
Everyone
Friday:
2:00 P.M-
5:00 P.M. Instructor:
Mary JaneMucklestone
Class
Size: 12 Description: . In
an intensive three hours, we will explore color relationships in
traditional fair isle knitting by knitting a simple wristlet. Choose to
follow the “rules” precisely, or use them as a jumping off point to
develop your own signature color palette. Mary Jane will provide a
multitude of colors of 2 ply jumper weight Shetland or Shetland
style wool by Jamieson and Smith, Jamieson’s, Elemental Affects and
Harrisville yarn companies. Class
fee:
$59.00Materials
fee: $0 Student
provides:
one set double pointed needles US 3 [3.25 mm]. Tapestry
needle, scissors, stitch markers. Graph paper and colored pencils if
desired. Homework: Yarn,100%
fingering weight Shetland wool or something similar. With the color of
your choice, cast on 48 sts. Place marker and join
for working in the round. K1 P1 rib for 8 rnds. Website:www.maryjanemucklestone.com
*A 2011 Fiber College Artist in
Residence
Friday:
2:00 P.M.-
5:00 P.M. Instructor:
Michelle
Delucia
Class
Size:
25 Description: Learn how to
dye sheep's wool and
fabric naturally with Indigo,
Woad & Weld using plants
grown in my own gardens.
We
will
also
overdye
with
marigold,
sumac
and
goldenrod
to
achieve
various
shades
of
greens.Workshop
also
includes
a
natural
dye
plant
identification
walk
around
Searsport
campground.
Class
fee:
$69.00Materials
fee: $0
Instructions
will
be
included
for
take
home.
Indigo
will
be
available
for
sale
($10/1
pound
bag)
but must
be
used
within
24-36
hours.
Pre-orders
are
strongly
encouraged.
Friday:
2:00 P.M.- 5:00 P.M. Instructor: Laurie Sims Class
Size: 12 Description: Simple
or fancy, a beautiful crochet edging can give your knitted or woven
project a beautiful flourish. Geared for those who seldom or never pick
up a crochet hook, this class will give you basics of a smooth
foundation and a few fancy finishes. We'll also discuss a few simple
tips and tricks for adapting these techniques to any fabric or garment. Class
fee: $69.00 Materials
fee:$0 includes printed stitch
diagrams and directions. Student
provides: 3 or 4 4-6" plain knit sample squares
of medium weight yarn, other yarn bits for crocheting the edgings and
any crochet hooks you may have.
Friday:
2:00 P.M. - 5:00 P.M. Instructor: Janet Doyle
Class
Size:
25 Description: An
Introduction to reading, creating
and understanding weaving drafts. A great intro for rigid heddle
weavers. Learn to convert drafts to be used on a rigid heddle
loom. Class
fee:
$69.00Materials
fee: $5.00
Includes:
all
handouts Student
provides:
pencil, eraser, a sense of humor
*A 2011 Fiber College Exclusive
Learning
the
Long
Draw
Technique Appropriate for Everybody
Friday: 2:00 P.M.-
5:00 P.M. Instructor: Katharine
Cobey
Class Size:
15 Description:Learn
long
draw
spinning
with
Fiber
Legend
Katharine
Cobey.
Spinning your own
yarn gives you ultimate control over the finished product. You
will love
the quality of hand-spun yarn and enjoy being able to make different
sizes and
types of yarn from the same fiberand your own handspun will be less
costly than buying commercial yarn. Katharine calls
the Navajo spindle the “great teacher”.
Ever since
learning how to spin with one herself, she has started all of her
spinning
students on a Navajo support spindle. This way a novice spinner can
work very
slowly at first - not something possible on a drop spindle or a wheel -
building up speed as her drafting improves before working with a wheel.Portable, inexpensive to buy, and a
delight to use, a Navajo spindle is also a boon to Short
draw spinners who wish to broaden their skills..
Why
bother with long draw? Knowing the long draw enables us
to spin on a Charka, a Great or Walking wheel and also Rachael Brown’s
superb
Rio Grande, the most technically advanced wheel introduced since the
mid 1400
hundreds. A long draw can also be used on most bobbin wheels.
Longdraw
handspinning is the traditional way of making or plying
arms-lengths of thread at one time rather than making just a few
inches of yarn at a time asis
done with the short draw.
It is a satisfying
skill which produces quality yarn quickly so that you complete projects
in timescales to suit today's demanding lifestyle. Spinning
off
a
point
also
allows
you
to
create
the
new
novelty
yarns
many
are
becoming
interested
in-
something
that
is
more
difficult
to
do
on
ordinary
bobbin
wheels.
Class
fee: $69.00Materials
fee:$5.00 Includes carded
Romney
or
Cotswold
fiber, Navajo spindle to use during class. Students
should bring:a Navajo spindle, if you have one-
available for purchase after class if you want one from the
Vendors at Fiber College - optional:
low stool, twelve to 20 inches high if
desired(chairs will be provided).
Friday: 3:00
P.M.-5:00
P.M.
Instructor: Jennifer
Appleby
Size: 15 Description:
Are you a spinner, knitter or weaver who obsessively sits in one place
for far too long? Would you like another way to find and express your
inner joy? Do you need an exercise workout with an attitude? If you
answered yes to any of the above questions then hooping is for you!
Come decorate your very own hoop and learn why hooping is the latest
craze. Note: these are not the hoops of our youth. Fear not! They are
heavier and use water inside to help the hoop ‘flow’. Participants will
explore different music and moves and are encouraged to bring CDs and a
sense of adventure. You will leave with basic skills, a manual for more
advanced tricks, and inspiration to build your own home practice. This
is a great way to encourage circulation, burn calories, get a full body
gentle stretch and of course be the star of the next family barbecue! Class
fee: $59.00 Materials
fee:$20.00 Includes: Hoops and decorations, music
and instruction. Student
provides: A Willingness to have fun.
*A
2011
Fiber
College
Exclusive
Saturday
Hooping
and
Stretching Saturday
9:00 A.M. - 10 A.M. Instructor:
Jennifer Appleby
Fellow fiber friends, shake off sleep
and join me for an
hour of gentle hooping. We will start with some basic stretching and
then use
colorful water weighted hoops to meet the day in a joyful way. Hoops
put a new
spin on exercise, jogging, meditation, yoga, and dance. They help you
find your
center and improve balance. Come join the circle and be mindfully moved
in a
whole new way! Hoop to see YOU there.
Student
provides: Your welcome to bring the new hoop you made in
yesterdays class.
( Students do
not need to bring any computer equipment for this class! )
Saturday:
9:00: A.M- 12:00 A.M. Instructor:
Mary Ellen Kranz
Class
Size:
12 Description: Aprons are back!
Use the fabric photo you created in the earlier J.Pegg class to create
a fun, fashionable one in class. If you did not attend the earlier
section, you can still come and select a photo image from Mary Ellen’s
collection. We’ll keep the sewing simple (two people can share one
sewing machine). We’ll also explore others ways to incorporate images
of things we love into wearable art that will have others asking “Is
that a ….”?
Class
fee:
see Friday's
Class Materials
fee:Teacher will
supply the basic apron fabric, pattern, and embellishments for a class
fee of not more than $10 payable to the teacher in class. Student
Supply
List
for
Part 2:Sewing machine in
good working order. Extra bobbin,
other machine accessories
for basic sewing, and an extension cord.Neutral
thread
for
piecing
and
colored
threads
to
coordinate
with
colors
in
your
photo
fabric.Fabric scissors,
pins, hand sewing needles, and anything else you consider ‘basic sewing
supplies’.
Fit
to
Flatter Appropriate for
intermediate and advanced knitters Saturday:
9:00 A.M.-
4:00
P.M. Instructor: Amy
HerzogClass
Size: 20 Description: Ever
wonder
why
some
sweaters
make you look
like a supermodel and others make you look more like a hobbit? Have you
ever knit a sweater that looked stunning on the page only to be
disappointed when you wore it for the first time? In this class,
instructor Amy Herzog gives you the tools you need to produce sweaters
perfect for your figure every time you pick up the needles, along with
a sweater pattern designed to perfectly fit and flatter YOU! Based on
her extremely popular "Fit to Flatter" tutorial series, topics covered
in class include:
Standard body shapes, modifying figure factors, and why your shape
matters way more than your size. How clothing changes the appearance of
the body's shape and the many
ways we can manipulate this for our benefit. Types of sweater patterns
that look best on each figure type, driven
into reality by lots and lots of trying on samples. Personalized shape
analysis and detailed measurements for every student
How to choose what size to knit, demystifying ease, and modifying
existing patterns.
General sweater tips and tricks.
Student-brought questions and discussion topics.
Custom sweater design for every student.
"We take pictures of everyone's shape during class, so please come
wearing or willing to change into a tight-fitting top and relatively
well-fitted pants/skirt. As part of this day-long class, we'll be
designing a custom sweater for every student, so please bring along a
(large) gauge swatch that you'd like to use for your sweater. Please
also bring along sweaters you've knit
(or particularly loved/hated store-bought sweaters), patterns you're
interested in, and your adventurous inner knitter!"
Class
fee: $139.00Materials
fee:$5.00 Includes extensive
full-color
brochure
summarizing
all
relevant
material
for
each
student,
equipment necessary to take photos, sweater samples Students
should bring: notebook and
a few pencils, measuring tape, calculator, large gauge swatch
you'd like to use for your custom sweater!
Saturday:
9:00
A.M.-
12:00
P.M.
Instructor: Davis
Harriman
Class
Size: 16 Description:Learn the traditional old world art of
miniature punchneedle embroidery using the original Igolochokoy Russian
Punchneedle to create a beautiful tapestry design. Class
fee: $69.00Materials
fee: $15.00 Kit prices
vary and can be purchased from teacher prior to class. Student
provides:
No slip 7" hoop or 7/10" lap stand, Attic Heirlooms kit of choice and
embroidery scissors.
Saturday:
9:00 A.M.-12:00 P.M. Instructor: Tom
Cote
Class
Size: 10 Description: Learn
how to carve or whittle wood spirits that can be used for ornaments,
light pulls, walking sticks and shelf sitters. This is a good way
to learn how to use a very simple carving knife. You'll also
learn how to sharpen a carving knife so that it will cut through wood
like butter. Class
fee: $69.00Materials
fee: $10.00Wood and materials to finish and
protect the
carving. Student
provides:
Small
jack
knife
or
carving
knife
Saturday:
9:00 A.M.- 12:00 P.M. Instructor:
Amy
Felske
Class Size: 12 Description: Sew a Mermaid of your
very own.
Learn some basic dollmaking techniques in a class where you sew a
mermaid with a colorful batik fabric tail and sumptuous hand dyed, hand
spun hair. This mermaid has a needle sculpted face
with features
drawn in pen and colored pencils. Extra practice heads will be
supplied so you can get her features just right. She has a muslin
body with button jointed arms, and you will embellish her with vintage
ribbon and glass beads. Her hair is hand dyed and hand spun by
members of the Mountain Fiber Folk Cooperative of Montgomery VT, mostly
from our own animal’s fibers. You will complete a beautiful doll from
an original pattern designed especially for this year’s Fiber College.
Class Fee: $139.00 Materials
fee: $30.00
everything
you
need
to
create
your
own
Maine
Mermaid Student
provides:
special
handspun, beads, ribbons and trinkets to personalize your creation. Amy asks you to
contemplate "what type of mermaid are you -- dark and
mysterious, bright and happy, or even soft and sweet."
Saturday: 9:00
A.M.- 12:00 P.M. Instructor: Gale ZuckerClass
Size: 16 Description: We
all judge a pattern/design by the way it's shown. A beautiful
photo of handcrafted work on a model is what draws knitters to a
design. We'll concentrate on how to photograph people- your
friends, family, strangers- to model your work, whether it be knit,
woven or other media. The class will include technical
instructions, tips for choosing situations/locations, working with
natural light, the psychology of photographing people and how to make
them comfortable while getting the kinds of images that show of your
FO's best. Class
fee: $69.00Materials
fee:
$0 Student provides:
Digital cameras-- dslr or point & shoot are fine--but they must
know how to find their settings and/or bring their manual
Saturday: 9:00
A.M.-1:00 P.M. Instructor:
Kim Sheehan Class
Size: 18 Description: The
idea for these little felted birds came to me while working on a stick
bird decoy in my studio. As a carver/painter for over twenty five
years, my favorites have always been these simple birds. It is the
simplicity that made them a natural project for felting. Their elegant
beauty fits with any décor making them an excellent gift giving
idea, although you will find them very hard to give up!
Felters
of
all
levels
will
create
four,
three
dimensional
stick
birds
from
the
seven
available
designs.
We
will
be
using
natural
and hand
dyed wool from Riverslea Farm in Epping, NH. Pull your color selections
from
each
of
the
hand
dyed
batts;
this
process
gives
each
bird
a
special
character
and
your
personal
touch.
After
demonstrating
each
step,
I
enjoy
circulating
to
offer assistance when needed, and I
encourage you to share ideas and help your fellow felters. Class
fee: $79.00 Materials
fee: $15.00 Includes All inclusive
kit, including
wood bases with painted marsh grass of wood. If student has a
small piece of driftwood or other wood they would like to use, they are
welcome to bring it to class. Student
provides: Imagination and a
sense of humour.
Transferring your Long Draw Skill to a Wheel
pre-requisite:
Learning the Long Draw Technique
Saturday:
10:30-12:30 Instructor:
Katharine Cobey Class Size: 15
Description:
There is nothing new about long draw spinning, it was
standard
practice
up to the time that machines took over from
handspinning.
Longdraw spinning produces top quality 'woollen' type
yarns suitable for knitting and weaving.
Class
Fee:
$59.00 Materials
Fee: $5.00 Includes well carded Romney or Cotswold
fiber
Student provides: two small balls of different
colored commercial yarn. a spinning wheel
in good working order (Louet S10’s are especially good and a low
spinning stool if desired(chairs
will be provided).
Saturday: 12:30
P.M- 2:30 P.M. Instructor:
Mary Jane
Mucklestone
Class
Size: 15 Description: . Some
of the most interesting elements of Andean knitting are the decorative
edge treatments. We will learn to make a charming checkerboard edging,
a darling scalloped edging, and cheerful “instant” popcorns, which can
be knit in as you go, or added as an afterthought. The kind folks at
Knit Picks have provided all the yarn for us to experiment with. Class
fee:
$59.00Materials
fee: $12.00 Students
provides:
Needles
1 each, size 6 (4mm) and 7 (4.5mm) 16” circular needles; 1 set
size, 7 (4.75 mm) double pointed needles. Hook Size F or G Crochet
hook. Notions. Scissors; stitch markers; tapestry
needle.
Saturday:
1:00 P.M.- 5:00P.M.
Instructor: Jennifer Shaw
Class
Size: 12
Description: Give yourself
the opportunity to create a
masterpiece and learn the art of needle felting. This art form involves
jabbing strands of various colorful wool fibers through a wool base
using various gauged needles. Needle felting allows for a wide range of
creative possibilities. Fun, relaxing, very therapeutic, inexpensive
and it can be done anywhere you are. There is no right or wrong way
with this art form which makes it perfect for anyone who wants to
explore their creative side. Designed for the beginner to the advanced,
come and enjoy an afternoon with me and explore a unique way to express
yourself while creating a masterpiece that will awe family and friends.
Class
fee: $79.00 Materials
fee:$25.00
Includes 8 oz carded wool, 2 gaged
felting needles, 11x14 wool base, sponge work surface. Student
provides:
Nothing
but
enthusiasm.
Saturday: 1:00
P.M.-
5:00
P.M.
Instructor: Anastasia
Popova
Class
Size: 15 Description:
Irish Crochet is one of the oldest crochet techniques. It was
traditionally used to create lace. We will work in worsted or
sport weight yarn to learn basic elements of Irish crochet. The
first half of the class will be spent making different elements like
flowers and leaves. In the second half of the class, we will
learn how to put it all together: how to arrange elements in the best
way, how to connect it with simple crochet mesh, how to make straight
edges or desired shapes. We will discuss how to use Irish Crochet
techniques to make absolutely stunning tops, sweaters and skirts. Class
fee:
$79.00
Materials
fee:$5.00
includes
Extensive
class
handouts,
sewing
thread
to
use
in
class,
fabric
for
template,
pins Student
provides: Smooth worsted
or sport weight yarn in several matching colors and crochet hooks
to match (suggested - US E/4 (3.5mm), US F/3.75mm), or US G/6
(4mm), US H/8 (5mm)), pen.
Saturday:
1:00
P.M.
- 5:00 P.M. Instructor: Jacquie Chalmers
Class
Size: 20
Description: Needle tatting
might seem difficult and time consuming
but Jacquie will show you with just a few basic stitches how you can be
making your own tatted items quickly. You'll work on three useful
projects to practice these new skills. She'll be showing
how quilters, knitters, crocheters, scrapbookers, jewellers potters and
sewers can use this traditional technique.
Here's what the workshop will cover :
1. The History of Needle Tatting
2. How to make the stitches
- single stitch
- double stitch
- picot
- making a chain
- making a round
- joining picots
- making edgings
- making a motif
- incorporating beads
3. Reading a tatting pattern
4. Hands on with your choice from three small projects
Who should
take this class and what will you be able to do with these new skills
you may ask?
Quilters:
- you will be able to make tatted outer edges for those beautiful
pillows quilts
- add authentic tatted decoration on those Victorian quilts
- make tatted motifs to make those quilts pop!
Knitters
& Crocheters:
- make tatted decorations for hats, bags, slippers, summer wear, (even
cupcakes!) to mention just a few.
- Socks, yes tatting makes socks rock!
Scrapbookers:
- dress up that page with tatted edges
- use motifs as frames around love ones
- make little tatted flowers
- make cards using tatted edging and motifs
Jewelers:
- make tatted earrings, necklaces, rings, anklets and bracelets.
Potters:
- use your own tatted pieces to imprint in the clay!
Sewing:
- What can I say, there are so many ways to use tatting to decorate and
highlight sewing projects ; blouses, dresses, bonnets, purses,
curtains, towels, baby things,etc.
tatting looks great on jeans!
Brides:
-use your tatting on veils, dress, shoes, garter, pillow, bag to name
but a
few.
On her ravelry blog
site (shawlette) Jacquie will post samples of ways in which you can use
tatting. "I'm really excited about showing you the basics
of tatting and look forward to helping you use this traditional art in
new ways !"
Class
fee: $79.00 Materials
fee: $20.00 includes
handouts on definitions and patterns, tatting needle, threads and beads. Student
provides:
Scissors
Saturday:
1:00
P.M.- 5:00 P.M. Instructor: Mary
Ann
Hall
Class
Size:
15
Description:
More than just a plain ol' tote bag. You can create this STUNNING
TOTE BAG using border fabric. You will learn many techniques in
this class: fussy cutting, working with angles, using templates,
strip piecing, stitch and flip, and quilting as you go...just to name a
few. Akin to the well coveted Vera Bradley bags that we all drool
over, this one will be your very own personalized creation. It's
a great size to stuff all your yarn, fiber and fabric in when you're
headed out the door.
Class
fee: $139.00(6 hours in total)
Materials
fee:
$30.00 Includes: all inclusive kit
Student
provides: a sewing machine
in good working order, invisible
thread, walking foot.
Saturday:
1:30 P.M. - 4:30
P.M. Instructor:
Ruth Ticknor
Class
Size:
15 Description: Crochet Shirret
(Shur-ray) combines the practical old American art of shirring and a
more create technique that involves crocheting which results in a
unique look in American needlecrafts. Shirret is the lively art
of recycling old clothes, faded curtains and slipcovers, sewing and
quilting leftovers etc. Participants will learn to cut the
material they want to recycle and use a unique crochet hook and cord to
produce gorgeous heirloom items such as rugs, chairpads, mats, tea
cozies, etc. Class
Fee:
$69.00 Materials
fee: $25.00
Basic
ShRReT
Tool
Kit
($25)
which
includes
a
stainless
stell
special
hook-needle
for
stitches,
Easy
Bias
Cutting
Guage
for
fabric
scraps,
fabric
marking
pencil,
instructions
including
fabric
cutting.
Student
provides: Any old
clothes or fabric you want to recycle. Wool or wool-blend fabric
is suggested for the first project and scissors.
*A 2011 Fiber College Exclusive
Saturday: 1:30 P.M. -
4:30 P.M. Instructor:
Jennifer
Appleby
Class
Size:
15 Description: Come learn to
make this whimsical folk
toy. Pop-up puppets use both dry and wet felting techniques, simple
sewing and gluing, and your imagination. Instructor will provide
fabrics, ribbons, feathers, handspun art yarns and various fibers.
Participants should, however, feel free to bring any materials they
might like to incorporate. (Puppets are an excellent way to use your
leftovers and scraps.) This is a truly enchanting toy loved by both
young and young at heart. Class
Fee:
$69.00
Materials
fee:
$15.00
Jen will provide an array of fabrics, ribbons,
feathers, handspun
art yarns and various fibers. Student
provides: Nothing
but
special fabric or trinkets you might like to incorporate.
Saturday:
3:00 P.M.
- 5:00 P.M. Instructor:
Maryly MatthewmanClass
Size: 10 Description: Oh,
this colorwork stitch is just delightful! Latvian Braid can add
interest to your knitting projects. They will have some extra
pizazz and flair with a row or 2 of Latvian Braid. Used primarily
on hats and mittens, this stitch, done in contrasting colors will make
your project a standout. The first time I saw this stitch I loved
it and really enjoyed knitting it. Must be in my blood, as I am
Latvian. Please come sit with me as i can show you how easy this
stitch really is. Class
fee: $59.00
Materials
fee: $0 Student provides: 3 contrasting
colors of worsted weight yarn and size 5,6,7, or 8 16" circular
needles.
Sunday
Easy
Weaving
for Hand Spinners Appropriate
for
Everyone
Sunday
9:00A.M.-
12:00
Instructor:
Sarah
Haskell
Class
Size:15 Description:
So
you’ve
learned
how
to
hand
spin
yarns
and
you’ve
generated
a
closet
full
of
gorgeous
yarns.
Now
what
to
do
with
it
all?
Here is an
introductory workshop that will offer you simple weaving projects and
techniques that will compliment your beautiful handspuns. Using simple
looms such as a rigid heddle loom, we will learn how to show off your
hand spun yarns and create striking hand woven creations.
Class Fee: $69.00
Mareials Fee:
$10 for warp yarns Students need to bring: A wide
variety of hand spun yarns for weft.
Sunday 9:00 A.M.-11:00
A.M. Instructor: Gus SzabronskiClass Size: 18
Description: This
class will cover many of the hand and small power tools necessary for
basic woodworking. If you have ever said "How did they do that?"
or "I could never do that.", now is your chance to learn how to do
these projects yourself. Class participants will have an
opportunity to express their specific needs prior to the class. This
way we will be sure to have the tools and materials to answer all of
your questions. After 3 hours you won't be a Master Woodworker, but you
will be amazed at what you CAN do and what becomes a simple woodworking
project.
Class
Fee:
$59.00Materials
fee: $0 All inclusive
Students: If you have woodworking tools &
questions, bring
them along
Sunday
9:00
A.M.-12:00
P.M.
Instructor:
Josette McWilliamsClass
Size:
12 Description:
Beehives are the art yarn everyone looks at, art yarn spinners and
non-art yarn spinners alike, and concurs that it's the one yarn they'd
most like to spin. These are also some of the most versatile art
yarns because they're easy to knit into wearables and
accessories. The Amazing part about Beehives and Coils is that
they're also very easy to make. In this class, we'll take the
mystery out of these memsmerizing yarns and make some of our own. Class
fee:
$69.00Materials
fee:$15.00 All
inclusive kit Student
provides:
A spinning wheel
in good working order…and the
readiness to have some serious fun!
Description: There
is
a
tremendous supply of
fiber at our fingertips;
it’s just a matter of claiming it. Consider the cotton sweater never
worn
because it is long out of style.How
about the sentimental knitted item of a loved one,
kept because of the
special
memories it holds.Thrift stores are
rife with cast off sweaters.These are
all great sources of cellulose fibers ready for
reworking. This
class
will
discuss
what
to
look
for
in
a
used
sweater,
such
as seam type, fiber content,
and
styling
that
will
impact
the
yield
of
the
harvest.We will
disassemble the sweaters, unknit them, and explore several ways of
winding the
yarn in preparation for dyeing.We will
leave some yarns as singles, and combine others from different sweaters
to make
fatter, more textural yarns.
There
are
many
different
techniques
using
MX
fiber
reactive
dyes,
including
solid
color
immersion
dyeing,
dye
painting,
gradient
dyeing,
and
dyeing
self-striping
yarns.Each
student
will
go
home
with
a
self-made
skein
of
each
of
these
types,
plus
handouts
describing
how
to
repeat
the
procedure.We
will also discuss tie dyeing, dyeing
before unknitting, and the meaning of life.
That
sentimental
item?Now it can be reknit,
crocheted, or woven into
a
delicate scarf (or
two).
Class
fee: $139.00Materials
fee:$10.00 All inclusive kit
Student
provides: Come dressed
ready to get colorfully stained. If you have a spinning wheel,
spindle, or a ball winder, super, bring them if convenient. You
are also welcome to bring your old cellulose sweaters, and/or a cotton
tee to dye for the fun of it. *A 2011 Fiber College
Exclusive
Sunday:
9:00
A.M.-
12:00 P.M. Instructor: Amy Felske
Class
Size: 12 Description: Sew a Mermaid of
your very own. Learn some basic dollmaking techniques in a class
where you sew a mermaid with a colorful batik fabric tail and sumptuous
hand dyed, hand spun hair. This mermaid has a needle sculpted
face with features drawn in pen and colored pencils. Extra
practice heads will be supplied so you can get her features just right.
She has a muslin body with button jointed arms, and you will
embellish her with vintage ribbon and glass beads. Her hair is
hand dyed and hand spun by members of the Mountain Fiber Folk
Cooperative of Montgomery VT, mostly from our own animal’s fibers. You
will complete a beautiful doll from an original pattern designed
especially for this year’s Fiber College. Class
fee: See Saturday's
Listing
Materials
fee:$0 Amy
provides everything you need Student
provides: Creative juices
and a seaweed shake :-)
Sunday:
9:00 A.M.- 12:00 P.M. Instructor: Gale Zucker
Class
Size:
16 Description: In
this session for intermediate and advanced photographers, we'll cover
how to use both available and artificial light sources to make your
work look great in photos. One of the most frustrating aspects of
photographing craft is making sure there's the right light, as well as
enough light, to reveal the beauty of the work. We'll cover
technical and creative aspects of using natural light, reflectors and
adding in other artificial light sources, from camera flashes to
inexpensive household lighting to professional lighting equipment. Class
fee: $69.00 Materials
fee: $0 Student
provides: Digital
cameras-- dslr or point & shoot are fine--student must know how to
find their settings and/or bring their manual.
Sunday: 9:00
AM
- 12:00 PM
Instructor: Linda Scharf Class
Size: 15 Description:
In our time together, we'll touch on the sacred beginnings of
embroidery. We'll use needle and thread in inventive and personal ways
to change a surface, to make it speak. Our experiments may become
books, quilts, clothes, poems.
If you'd like to bring a shirt, T
shirt, hoodie or length of fabric to work on, that'd be
great. Otherwise, Linda will bring surface/fabric.
Class fee: $69.00
Materials
fee: $3 Needles,
threads fabric & scissors Student provides: May bring
fabric/surfaces to stitch into but not mandatory. If you bring
your own embroidery threads, material fees are waived
Sunday: 9:00 A.M.- 11:00 P.M.
Instructor: Mary
Ann Hall Class
Size: 15 Description: More than just
a plain ol' tote bag. You can create this STUNNING TOTE
BAG using border fabric. You will learn many techniques in this
class: fussy cutting, working with angles, using templates, strip
piecing, stitch and flip, and quilting as you go...just to name a
few.
Akin to the well coveted Vera Bradley bags that we all drool over, this
one will be your very own personalized creation. It's a great
size to
stuff all your yarn, fiber and fabric in when you're headed out the
door. Class
fee:
See Saturday's
Listing
Materials
fee:See Saturday's
Listing Student
provides: a sewing
machine in good working order, invisible
thread, walking foot.
Sunday:
11:30
A.M.- 2:30 P.M.
Instructor: Heather Kinne
Class Size: 15 Description: Okay.
You've spun a spindle's worth of singles. Now what?
Spindle Plying
Techniques
takes
your
spindling to the next level by teaching you how
to
Andean,
Navajo
(chain), 2 and 3 ply singles together. Students will learn
how
to
get
singles off of their spindle, singles storing tips, how to
make
DIY
lazy
kates and tricks for making plying easier and more fun. If
you
have
a
spindle and singles, feel free to bring them. If you
don't have
either,
materials
will
be provided for your use. Class
fee:
$59.00
Materials
fee: $0
Instructor
will
supply
tools
for plying practice. Spindles may be purchased
afterward
for
$18-$20. Student
provides: spindle, singles
yarn for plying
Sunday:
12:30
P.M.
- 3:30 P.M.
Instructor: Faith
Garrold
Class
Size: 10 Description: Stars are
tricky but
stitching the perfect star by hand creates a thing of beauty and helps
the beginner learn the basic secrets to creating perfect
points. Once the basics are understood it is easy to machine
stitch stars with good results. Class
fee:
$69.00 Materials
fee: $15.00
includes
written
instructions,
a
template
for
cutting,
fabric
and
thread
to
complete
two
stars. Student
provides: Small sharp
scissors and 2 hand sewing needles in the smallest size you are
comfortable using.
Sunday:
12:30 P.M.- 3:30 P.M. Instructor:
Mary Jane
Mucklestone
Class Size: 15 Description: Learn
more about color in a relaxed knitting circle atmosphere. In this
group, we’ll touch on the principals of color theory. We will arrange a
huge pile colors by hue, value and saturation. We will knit speed
swatches to experiment with our colors, discovering the importance of
color placement. Mary Jane will provide a multitude of wool to practice
with.
Class
fee:
$69.00Materials
fee:
$0 Student
provides:
Needles 16”
[40com] US 3 [3.25 mm] circular
needle and double pointed needles in the same size if you’d like
to start a wristlet. Notions Scissors; stitch markers; tapestry needle;
pencil and notepaper; colored pencils if desired. Website:www.maryjanemucklestone.com
*A 2011 Fiber College Artist in
Residence
Needle
Felt Your Favorite Animal Some
needle
felting
experience
is
recommended. Sunday:
12:30
P.M.
- 3:30 P.M. Instructor:
Marty
Elkin
Class
Size: 9 Description: Using our extensive
palette of natural and dyed wools from Wrinkle in Thyme Farm, create a
5"x5" felted wool tile suitable for framing or use in a mixed media
piece. Make it extra special; If you submit your own image to
info@awrinkleinthymefarm.com by September 3rd, Fiber Artist Marty Elkin
will customize a kit to make your pet portrait come alive. Don't
have an animal to your own? Use one of our original patterns for
a dog, cat, sheep, owl and a few others. Class
fee:
$69.00
Materials
fee: $10.50
Marty
provides
unspun
wool
and
a
custom
pattern
you
can
send
her
an
image
in
advance. Student provides: Image for
project or choose a pattern kit, felting needle
Sunday:
12:30 P.M.- 3:30 P.M. Instructor: Mary Ann Hall
Class
Size:
15 Description: Come
sit a spell by the ocean front and learn the four basic stitches of
SILK RIBBON EMBROIDERY. With hands-on instructions you will
create an heirloom worthy of framing and displaying in your home.
A perfect garden scene that will let your imagination wander.
Created on linen and using silk ribbons, you will learn some of the in
and outs of silk ribbon embroidery and discover why it is a time
honored tradition. Class
fee: $69.00
Materials
fee: $20.00 All
inclusive kit Student
provides:
A smile
Sunday:
1:00
P.M.
- 3:00 P.M.
Instructor: Alice Seeger
Class
Size: 12 Description: Using colorful sheep
wool, learn the process of "wet felting" to create beads for your own
unique necklace. Additional
jewelry
designs
will
be
presented.
It's
wet,
tactile
fun
and
has
great
potential
for
endless
creative
expression.
A
great
class
for
all
ages. Class
fee: $59.00
Materials
fee: $7.00
All
inclusive
kit Student provides: Enthusiasm!
Be ready to have FUN!
Sunday:
1:00 P.M.- 3:30 P.M. Instructor:
Laurie Sims
Class Size: Description: Sure,
you can buy fancy, expensive kits from trendy designers, but you are
creative yourself! And what about all those beautiful bits and
snippets of yarn you cannot bear to toss? Learn one simple stitch
and you will be creating designer art works in no time. Just like
quilting began with scraps from the sewing basket, Kneedlepoint uses
scraps from your knitting or other yarn projects to make beautiful and
useful items. The accompanying picture is a balsam pillow, other
suggestions are hot pads, pin cushions or chair seat covers. How about
a pillow to compliment that afghan you just finished? Or a phone
cozy to match the sweater for Aunt Jane? Or think of it as
a sampler to record your knitting history. Class
fee:
$69.00 Materials
fee:
$5.00
includes: 8 or 10 count needlepoint canvas &
metal yarn needle. Student
provides: Bring any odds
and ends of yarn you have handy; to use yourself or share; any bits
longer than about 5 inches are useable.
Decided
not
to
drive
home
and
want
to
spend
some
more
time
practicing
a
technique
or
skill
you
developed
at
Fiber
College?....
or
maybe
you
just
need
to
take
a
little
more
time
strolling
the
beach
looking
for
that
special
rock,
driftwood
piece
or
mermaid
tear
(sea
glass)
to top
off one of your projects? Come on down to Searsport Shores
to stretch out in one of the classrooms, visit
the beach for a picnic or to help us eat any of the left over pies and
garden veggies.
Fiber College is
dedicated to enthusiasts of all levels. Whether you're
looking for an introductory class or wanting to perfect your technique,
with over 50 classes, there's something at Fiber College for you. Most
classes are 2 to 4 hours in length and cost $59 to $79 each (price
includes full
access to the Fiber College Festival grounds, evening receptions,
demonstrations, beach picnics and final dessert party). With
bargains like these, why not take several and learn new skills for the
long winter months ahead?
Class sizes are limited.
You are also welcome to attend the college, shop the boulevard and
participate in the free demonstrations without taking a class.
d pastels.
propriate
for
Everybody
who
has
the
skills
listed
below
Learning
the
Long
Draw
Technique
Additional
jewelry
designs
will
be
presented.
It's
wet,
tactile
fun
and
has
great
potential
for
endless
creative
expression.
A
great
class
for
all
ages.
