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2010
Classes for Fiber Lovers
The
2010 class schedule for Shepherd's Harvest is now set. We
have many interesting classes and workshops presented by
talented and capable instructors.
Starting
April 1 we will be accepting class registrations and online
payment for class registration using  .
If you
prefer, you may print out a class
registration form and send it along with your check
made payable to Shepherd's Harvest to:
Shepherd's
Harvest
c/o Marianne Billings
13150 Cypress Drive, Apt 103
Baxter, MN 56425 |
You
may register for classes at the Festival for any classes
that are not already filled. Go to the 4H Building. There
you will be able to register and pay for your classes --
please cash or checks only.
NOTE:
Materials fees, if any, are to be paid to the instructors
at the time of the class.
We endeavor to keep the class
openings listed here as current as possible. However, since
we accept class registrations both online and by other means,
it is possible that the available slots listed here may
be slightly inaccurate. If you need immediate feedback on
class availability, please contact Marianne Billings
email: class.info@shepherdsharvestfestival.org
This
class listing is current as of 6:50 PM March 8, 2010.
Some of the instructors have provided an image of the class
project. We have included a thumbnail of those images in the
class description. Click on the image to view a larger version.
| Saturday May 8 Classes |
|
Natural
Dyes: Exploration, Extraction, Enthusiasm
– Stefania Isaacson
| Saturday, May 8 |
9
am-4 pm |
6
hours, 1 hour lunch |
| Max # Students: 12 |
Minimum
Ages 15 |
| Class
fee: $50 |
Materials
fee: $30 |
|
This
natural dye class will explore plant materials from
garden to field, how to extract the dye, and how to
create our own dye pot. We will use the flowers of
Queen Anne's Lace, Goldenrod, Weld, and Marigolds
to get yellows, and then we will overdye in indigo
and cochineal to get a variety of greens and oranges.
Students will become immersed in color theory as well
as the dye process. They will take home many samples,
instruction, and knowledge of how to dye from nature
on their own. As always, enthusiasm for beautiful
color and for the fun process will abound!.
Bring
to Class: Rubber gloves, apron, old towels,
small plastic bags, calculator, notebook and pen.
Stefania
Isaacson
Stefania has been a life-long knitter, and started
spinning and dyeing to supply herself with "the
best yarns in the world!" She got her Certificate
of Excellence in Handspinning from the Handweaver's
Guild of America in 1997. Since then she has opened
her own business called Handspun by Stefania and taught
numerous workshops dealing in natural dyes, spinning
and basket making. She has spoken about the fiber
arts to numerous groups, and has appeared on Home
& Garden TV as a guest on the Carol Duvall Show.
She sells handspun, natural hand dyed yarns, original
knitting kits using her own yarns and patterns, hand-dyed
roving dyed with natural dyes, and handmade baskets.
She was previously a high school English teacher,
and now enjoys teaching spinning, dyeing, and knitting
to fiber enthusiasts. |
Class
Registration begins April 1 |
|
Shelly’s
Spiral Sweater – Shelly Kang
| Saturday, May 8 |
9
am-12 noon |
3
hours |
| Max # Students: 10 |
Minimum
Age: 16 |
| Class
fee: $25 |
Materials
fee: $5 |
|
 Shelly
has come up with a sweater design perfect for handspun
yarn, which can be made with any weight yarn and to
flatter any size. The spiral architecture looks deceptively
complicated, but is great for beginning lace knitters.
Best of all, your gauge swatch is the beginning of
your sweater!.
Bring
to class: Yarn to swatch – and possibly
start a sweater. Appropriately sized needlles.
Shelly
Kang
is a fiber-obsessed stay-at-home mom of two. She stays
sane by teaching knitting, designing patterns, and
blogging about it all at www.shellykang.com |
Class
Registration begins April 1
|
|
Flat
Braided Spiral Rug – Cheryl Alexander
| Saturday, May 8 |
9
am-noon |
3
hrs. |
| Max # Students: 20 |
Minimum
Age: 10 |
| Class
fee: $25 |
Materials
fee: $10 |
|
 We
will be braiding a rug using 4 strands of recycled material
to start with and adding more as we go. There is no
sewing (you read it right) the rug will be finished
as you go. The only tools you need will be scissors.
Bring
to class: Scissors.
Cher
Alexander is from the Northwoods of
Wisconsin and fills her days with fiber arts, be it
spinning, weaving, quilting, sock making or just looking
at her stash. Many of her projects use recycled materials.
She is interested in the traditional folk crafts and
likes to teach them to children so they will be able
to pass their skills on to their children. |
Class
Registration begins April 1
|
|
Wool
Drying Basket – Ellie Lida
| Saturday,
May 8 |
9
am-12:30 pm |
3
1/2 hrs. |
| Max
# Students: 10 |
Minimum
Age: 13 |
| Class
fee: $30 |
Materials
fee: $25 |
|
 Generously
sized and eye-appealing, you will find numerous ways
to put this basket to work. Traditionally, a wool-drying
basket sat off the floor, enabling the wool to stay
dry. So...........we are weaving such a basket! Accent
rows of earthy color are embellished with a vertical
cross-stitch. Perched atop 4 oak legs, the size of
the basket is similar to that of a large rectangular
dishpan. Everyone will finish.
Ellie
Lida has a passion for weaving baskets
and sharing that love with others. For over 15 years,
she has been teaching in her home studio, at workshops,
community education classes, and special events. Intrigued
by the limitless possibilities, her enthusiasm spills
over into designing new baskets and using black walnuts
to dye the finished basket! Teaching others to enjoy
basket weaving is rewarding. Friendships are forged
as people share their stories and bond, while weaving. |
Class
Registration begins April 1
|
|
Drum
Carding – Beyond the Basics –Carol
Wagner
| Saturday,
May 8 |
9
am-noon |
3
hrs. |
| Max
# Students: 10 |
Skill
Level: Beginner through Advanced level |
| Class
fee: $25 |
Materials
Fee: $20 |
In
this half-day class, students will review basic methods
for using a drum carder. The main focus will be to
explore techniques for blending colors and fibers
to create truly unique yarns. Color inspires us and
enriches our lives: let's develop methods to help
us see colors around us and feel comfortable working
with them. So, let's be creative!
Bring
to class: Students should bring a drum carder.
Students
should bring a large bag to take home samples.
Carol
Wagner has been a spinner since 1988
and uses the yarns she produces in knitting, weaving,
and felting projects. She is passionate about fiber
and promotes quality production of the fiber to be
spun. The quality begins with the animal, includes
carding, and finally spinning excellence!
Carol
and her husband Paul raise registered Coopworth sheep
and have a flock of approximately 200. They also own
Hidden Valley Woolen Mill near Valders, Wisconsin
where the goal is to assist the customer with the
creative process. |
Class
Registration begins April 1
|
|
Angora
Rabbit Care Basics – Edward and Caroline
Waskow
| Saturday,
May 8 |
9
am-10 am |
1
hr. |
| Max
# Students: 10 |
|
| Class
fee: $10 |
Materials
Fee: None |
If
you’ve ever thought about purchasing a fiber-producing
bunny, or you have one and have questions about caring
for the bunny, this class is for you. We will cover
basic grooming, feed requirements, and when to harvest
that lovely wool. We’ll demonstrate and then let
you try on our rabbits; bring your own if you prefer.
Edward
Waskow raises French
Angora Rabbits and shows them nationally.
Caroline Waskow
raises Satin Angoras and has learned a lot from Edward. |
Class
Registration begins April 1
|
|
Cut
& Sew Warm Mittens – Tracey Schuh
| Saturday,
May 8 |
9
am-11 am |
2
hrs. |
| Max
# Students: 12 |
Minimum
Age: 12 |
| Class
fee: $25 |
Materials
Fee: $18 |
|
It’s
the Sound of Music… and Winter! Come to this
class and fashion the sort of warm woolen mittens
Maria sang about to the von Trapp children. You’ll
begin with a color-packed, thick and toasty sheet
of felt, and end up with a luxurious pair of mittens
suitable for gifting—or for enjoying yourself.
Even when silver white winter melts into spring, these
mittens will still be your favorite things! This two-hour
class is a sure hit with ages 12 and up.
Tracey
Schuh owns and operates Wool’n
Weave Fiber Arts Studio in Abrams, Wisconsin. Tracey
is a multitalented fiber artist who is passionate
about working with color and texture. Initially a
weaver, she has now expanded her horizons to encompass
all mediums of art. She loves creating art using found
objects. Tracey’s enjoyment of teaching has
her designing new classes all the time, so stop by
and say hi. If there’s a class you’ve
always wanted to take, she probably also has it on
her list. Tracey loves the exciting invention and
reinvention that comes with both learning and teaching!
She invites you to introduce yourself and create a
new idea with her. |
Class
Registration begins April 1
|
|
SAORI
Weaving – Dan and Chiaki O’Brien
| Saturday,
May 8 |
1
pm-4 pm |
3
hrs. |
| Max
# Students: 8 |
Minimum
Age: 5 |
| Class
fee: $25 |
Materials
Fee: $20 |
|
 Saori
is very different from the traditional weaving: placing
more importance on free expression and creativity
than on technical skills or regularity of the woven
cloth. This is a therapeutic/healing weaving technique:
students in this class will relax, enjoy, explore,
and develop positive thinking through weaving.
Even
though there are only two harnesses, students can
still enjoy weaving with many colors, textures and
exploration! Students will be amazed how much they
can do with two harnesses.
The
warp will be set for students so they can start weaving
right away. Students will take home whatever length
they weave. The finished project might be a scarf,
table runner or wall hanging.
We
always try to do what only human beings can do, without
imitating machine-made products. No two weavers are
alike, so it is very natural that every single cloth,
freely woven by people with different personalities,
is beautiful in a different way. Irregular selvages
and accidental skips of thread add to the un-programmed
beauty of SAORI cloths: we admire this irregularity
as the unintentional beauty resulting from our natural
creativity.
Bring
to class: A willingness to explore.
Chiaki
and Dan O’Brien
are both SAORI Leaders Committee Certificate recipients.
Chiaki worked as an instructor for the SAORI head
office in Japan, and Dan is the only non-Japanese
certified instructor. They have taught at schools
for artists in residence, in several community education
programs for people with or without disabilities,
at the Minnesota Children’s Museum, at the North
Country Fiber Fair (SD) and at art shows. Chiaki’s
woven items are sold at the Mill District Arts Gallery
in Downtown Minneapolis. They have a studio in their
home in Chaska, Minnesota.
|
Class
Registration begins April 1 |
|
Angora
Rabbit Workshop - Anna Blommer
| Saturday,
May 8 |
1
pm - 4 pm |
3
hrs. |
| Max
# Students: 12 |
Minimum
Age: 12 |
| Class
fee: $25 |
Materials
Fee: $15 |
|
 Learn
about the different types of angora rabbits, whether
you plan to own one or just spin their wool. Try different
fibers from English, French, Satin and Giant angoras.
Learn how to care for and groom angora rabbits, and
learn the different needs of different breeds.
You
will receive angora fiber to spin and a booklet of
information to take with you! You may bring some extra
fiber of your own to ply your angora with.
Bring
to class: A spinning wheel. Fiber to ply
the angora with
Anna
Blommer
is a student at Saint Cloud State University in central
MN. She raised Rex rabbits throughout her childhood,
and then switched to angoras once she began spinning.
She now raises all breeds of angora rabbit. She pays
for their food by spinning and selling their wool
in her online shop blumzieluxuryyarns.etsy.com |
Class
Registration begins April 1 |
|
Nuno
Felted Bracelets –
Leslie Granbeck
| Saturday,
May 8 |
1-4
pm |
3
hrs. |
| Max
# Students: 12 |
|
| Class
fee: $25 |
Materials
fee: $20 |
|
 Materials
fee includes all fibers and supplies.
NUNO:
The Japanese word for fabric or cloth
Learn the fascinating art of nuno felting! Combine
silk, velvet and other fine fabrics with wool to create
two
unique bracelets. Explore several surface embellishing
techniques in  class.
Complete your bracelets with felted clasps or your
favorite buttons.
Bring
to class: Pair of sharp scissors. Pair of gloves that
can get damp (we’ll be working with water).
2-3 old hand towels
Leslie Granbeck
has been an avid beader and teacher for 15 years.
Leslie's talents took a new direction when she discovered
the art of turning wool fibers into beads. Intrigued
by color, texture and always looking for new challenges,
her love of felted beads and jewelry blossomed to
include the art of feltmaking. "Feltmaking is
magical. Imagine turning simple wool fibers into scarves,
purses, jewelry, even garments."
Leslie
has traveled around the globe, is a professional photographer
and speaks Spanish. When not felting or beading at
home, you’ll find Leslie teaching at Hopkins
and White Bear Centers for the Arts, ArtiCulture and
Beadhive in South Minneapolis.
|
Class
Registration begins April 1
|
|
Beginning
Spinning – Wheel - Melanie Galligher
| Saturday,
May 8 |
1-4
pm |
3
hrs. |
| Max
# Students: 6 |
No
experience necessary |
| Class
fee: $25 |
Materials
fee: $7 |
|
Students
will learn the basics of spinning. We will learn how
to draft and get the yarn onto a bobbin. If time allows
we will learn how to ply. Students will need to bring
a spinning wheel in good working condition. Spinning
wool will be provided. A handout will be provided
on processing a fleece from sheep to yarn.
Spinning
characteristics of natural fibers will be discussed.
By the end of the class you should have a small skein
of useable yarn that can be used for knitting or felting.
Bring
to class: Spinning wheel in good working
condition.
Melanie
Galligher
is a knitter, spinner, dyer, and weaver. She has been
a knitter from a young age, became interested in spinning
years ago, and has not been the same since! She became
a member of the Grand Rapids (MI) Spinner and Weavers
Guild and then spent a year as a committee member
of the Michigan Fiber Festival. She enjoys the process
of spinning, experimenting with fibers, and dyeing.
These interests led her to start her own company called
Fiburzzz, producer of Suri alpaca roving and yarn,
pewter jewelry and Majacraft Spinning wheels. She
has taught Beginning Spinning through the Caledonia,
Michigan Adult Education program and at the North
Country Fiber Fair in South Dakota. She continues
to encourage new spinners for the mental and emotional
rewards as well as maybe a new pair of socks or a
sweater. |
Class
Registration begins April 1
|
|
Introduction
to Fair Isle Knitting -- Linda Milton
| Saturday,
May 8 |
1:30
pm - 4:30 pm |
3
hrs. |
| Max # Students: 7 |
Must
be comfortable with knitting and purling on a
circular needle, as well as double point needles.
|
| Class
fee: $25 |
Materials
fee: None |
|
 If
you've ever wanted to learn how easy it is to do Fair
Isle Knitting, this class is for you. You'll make
a medium-size women's hat with a Scandinavian flair.
You must be comfortable working on a circular needle,
as well as double point needles. There will be homework
for this class, which you will receive upon registration.
Bring
to class: 2 skeins of worsted weight yarn
(220 yards/3-1/2 ounces), 1 skein main color and one
skein in contrasting color. Size 4 and size 6 –
16” circular needles. Try for ones with smooth
joins and fine, supple cables. Avoid the needles that
stay coiled like a stiff spring. They will only bring
grief to your life.
Having
knitted for substantially more than 20 years,
Linda Milton currently serves as Knitting
Instructor for a number of Brainerd Lakes Area yarn
shops. Her students continue to provide feedback regarding
her patience, and her positive teaching methods. |
Class
Registration begins April 1
|
|
| Sunday May 9 Classes |
|
SAORI
Weaving – Dan and Chiaki O’Brien
| Sunday
May 9 |
9
am - noon |
3
hrs |
| Max
# Students: 8 |
Minimum
Age: 5 |
| Class
fee: $25 |
Materials
fee: $29 |
Saori
is very different from the traditional weaving: placing
more importance on free expression and creativity
than on technical skills or regularity of the woven
cloth. This is a therapeutic/healing weaving technique:
students in this class will relax, enjoy, explore,
and develop positive thinking through weaving.
Even
though there are only two harnesses, students can
still enjoy weaving with many colors, textures and
exploration! Students will be amazed how much they
can do with two harnesses.
The
warp will be set for students so they can start weaving
right away. Students will take home whatever length
they weave. The finished project might be a scarf,
table runner or wall hanging.
We
always try to do what only human beings can do, without
imitating machine-made products. No two weavers are
alike, so it is very natural that every single cloth,
freely woven by people with different personalities,
is beautiful in a different way. Irregular selvages
and accidental skips of thread add to the un-programmed
beauty of SAORI cloths: we admire this irregularity
as the unintentional beauty resulting from our natural
creativity.
Bring
to class: A willingness to explore.
Chiaki
and Dan O’Brien
are both SAORI Leaders Committee Certificate recipients.
Chiaki worked as an instructor for the SAORI head
office in Japan, and Dan is the only non-Japanese
certified instructor. They have taught at schools
for artists in residence, in several community education
programs for people with or without disabilities,
at the Minnesota Children’s Museum, at the North
Country Fiber Fair (SD) and at art shows. Chiaki’s
woven items are sold at the Mill District Arts Gallery
in Downtown Minneapolis. They have a studio in their
home in Chaska, Minnesota. |
Class
Registration begins April 1 |
|
Diamond
Basket –
Ellie Lida
| Sunday
May 9 |
9
am - 12:30 pm |
3
1/2 hrs, |
| Max
# Students: 10 |
Minimum
Age: 13 |
|
| Class
fee: $25 |
Materials
fee: $25 |
|
 This
is an enjoyable choice for occasional basket weavers.
As we weave up the sides, the square base takes on
a round shape. Detailed scrolled trim resembles a
diamond, resulting in the basket’s name! Several
color choices will be available. Approximately the
size of a large ice cream pail
Ellie
Lida
has a passion for weaving baskets and sharing that
love with others. For over 15 years, she has been
teaching in her home studio, at workshops, community
education classes, and special events. Intrigued by
the limitless possibilities, her enthusiasm spills
over into designing new baskets and using black walnuts
to dye the finished basket! Teaching others to enjoy
basket weaving is rewarding. Friendships are forged
as people share their stories and bond, while weaving. |
Class
Registration begins April 1 |
|
Knit
Mittens – Fingertips to Cuffs - Shawn
Glidden
| Sunday
May 9 |
9
am - noon |
3
hrs, |
| Max # Students: 15 |
Minimum
age: 15. Students should be comfortable knitting/purling,
and knitting in the round is preferable. |
| Class
fee: $25 |
Materials
fee: $5 |
 Knit
mittens from fingertips to cuff. Knitting in the round,
starting at the top, allows trying on the mitten as
you go to get the perfect fit!
During
the class students will knit a "miniature"
mitten to learn the basic construction they can then
apply to a full-sized mitten. Techniques covered in
class - knitting in the round, increasing, decreasing,
picking up stitches.
Bring
to class: Approximately 100 yards of worsted weight
yarn and appropriate-sized needles the student prefers
for knitting in the round
Shawn
Glidden is an avid knitter and knitwear designer.
As a member of the Minnesota Textile Center, MN Knitters
Guild, and the Knitters Guild of America, she is very
enthusiastic about this art form and loves sharing
her knowledge of knitting. |
Class
Registration begins April 1
|
|
Beginning
Spinning – Wheel –
Melanie Galligher
| Sunday
May 9 |
9
am - noon |
3
hrs |
| Max # Students: 6 |
No
Experience necessary |
| Class
fee: $25 |
Materials
fee: $7 |
Students
will learn the basics of spinning. We will learn how
to draft and get the yarn onto a bobbin. If time allows
we will learn how to ply. Students will need to bring
a spinning wheel in good working condition. Spinning
wool will be provided. A handout will be provided
on processing a fleece from sheep to yarn.
Spinning
characteristics of natural fibers will be discussed.
By the end of the class you should have a small skein
of useable yarn that can be used for knitting or felting.
Bring
to class: Spinning wheel in good working
condition.
Melanie Galligher
is a knitter, spinner, dyer, and weaver. She has been
a knitter from a young age, became interested in spinning
years ago, and has not been the same since! She became
a member of the Grand Rapids (MI) Spinner and Weavers
Guild and then spent a year as a committee member
of the Michigan Fiber Festival. She enjoys the process
of spinning, experimenting with fibers, and dyeing.
These interests led her to start her own company called
Fiburzzz, producer of Suri alpaca roving and yarn,
pewter jewelry and Majacraft Spinning wheels. She
has taught Beginning Spinning through the Caledonia,
Michigan Adult Education program and at the North
Country Fiber Fair in South Dakota. She continues
to encourage new spinners for the mental and emotional
rewards as well as maybe a new pair of socks or a
sweater. |
Class
Registration begins April 1
|
|
Playing
with Plying
- Stefania Isaacson
| Sunday
May 9 |
9
am - noon |
3
hrs |
| Max
# Students: 12 |
Minimum
Age: 15 |
|
| Class
fee: $25 |
Materials
fee: $15. |
Have
you ever wondered how to get a balanced yarn every
time you ply? How do you do Navajo ply? Why would
you do it? What about spirals and knop yarns? You
can learn all these and more in just a few hours!
Students will come away with many samples as well
as instructions for the "designer" yarns
they will make. We will discuss techniques for making
balanced yarns, uses for the yarns with different
effects, what happens if your yarn isn't balanced,
and techniques of how to fix troubling problems with
plying.
Bring
to class: Spinning wheel, ball winder, niddy
noddy, extra bobbins, lazy Kate, hang tags, pen and
paper
Stefania
Isaacson has
been a life-long knitter, and started spinning and
dyeing to supply herself with "the best yarns
in the world!" She got her Certificate of Excellence
in Handspinning from the Handweaver's Guild of America
in 1997. Since then she has opened her own business
called Handspun by Stefania and taught numerous workshops
dealing in natural dyes, spinning and basket making.
She has spoken about the fiber arts to numerous groups,
and has appeared on Home & Garden TV as a guest
on the Carol Duvall Show. She sells handspun, natural
hand dyed yarns, original knitting kits using her
own yarns and patterns, hand-dyed roving dyed with
natural dyes, and handmade baskets. She was previously
a high school English teacher, and now enjoys teaching
spinning, dyeing, and knitting to fiber enthusiasts. |
Class
Registration begins April 1
|
|
Spinning
Novelty Yarns –
Carol Wagner
| Sunday,
May 9 |
9
am - noon |
3
hrs. |
| Max # Students: 10 |
Skill
level beginner through advanced level |
| Class
fee: $25 |
Materials
fee: $20 covers all materials used in class |
Spend
a few hours learning to spin a variety of novelty
yarns: it is fun and creative. These yarns open up
a world of new possibilities to the fiber artist.
Learn to do a marled yarn, beaded yarn, knotted yarn,
and more as time allows.
Bring
to class: A spinning wheel in good working
order, 3 bobbins, niddy noddy, lazy Kate, and zip
lock bags to store your samples.
Carol
Wagner
has been a spinner since 1988 and uses the yarns she
produces in knitting, weaving, and felting projects.
She is passionate about fiber and promotes quality
production of the fiber to be spun. The quality begins
with the animal, includes carding, and finally spinning
excellence!
Carol
and her husband Paul raise registered Coopworth sheep
and have a flock of approximately 200. They also own
Hidden Valley Woolen Mill near Valders, Wisconsin
where the goal is to assist the customer with the
creative process. |
Class
Registration begins April 1
|
|
Somewhere
Over the Rainbow – Fiber to Dye For --
Tracey Schuh
| Sunday,
May 9 |
9
am-noon |
3
hrs. |
| Max
# Students: 12 |
Minimum
Age: 13 |
| Class
fee: $25 |
Materials
fee: $15 |
.
|
Follow
the yellow brick road to the Emerald City and learn
to dye fiber with local dye and fiber wizard, Tracey
Schuh! With a full pound of superwash merino wool
fiber per student, theatrical dyes and a kettle better
than anything over the rainbow, we’ll layer
roving and braids using all the colors of Oz. Class
techniques will yield unique, exciting results ready
for spinning or felting at your whimsy. There’s
no place like home, and this class will help you feel
like a dyeing native! Optional: you may bring additional
fiber or handspun from Kansas or your personal stash
for experimentation. Extra materials to take home
will be available for purchase.
Bring
to class: Please wear appropriate clothing
and bring one pair latex or vinyl gloves. Other necessary
materials are provided.
Tracey
Schuh
owns and operates Wool’n Weave Fiber Arts Studio
in Abrams, Wisconsin. Tracey is a multitalented fiber
artist who is passionate about working with color
and texture. Initially a weaver, she has now expanded
her horizons to encompass all mediums of art. She
loves creating art using found objects. Tracey’s
enjoyment of teaching has her designing new classes
all the time, so stop by and say hi. If there’s
a class you’ve always wanted to take, she probably
also has it on her list. Tracey loves the exciting
invention and reinvention that comes with both learning
and teaching! She invites you to introduce yourself
and create a new idea with her. |
Class
Registration begins April 1
|
|
Starting
& Caring for a Small Flock – Patty
Anderson and Sherry Stirling
| Sunday,
May 9 |
9
am - 11 am |
2
hrs. |
| Max
# Students: 15 |
|
| Class
fee: $20 |
Materials
fee: $10 |
|
How
to successfully manage a small flock throughout the
year. Learn the basics from experienced shepherds.
Class includes a handbook with basic flock information
and calendar of sheep needs. Great class for youth
getting started with 4H flocks. This class is for
those new to the sheep farming business or thinking
of purchasing a small flock. Discussion time includes
ways to make the venture profitable.
Patty
Anderson
is on the board of directors for the MN Lamb &
Wool Producers (MLWP) and manages its State Fair commercial
booth. She is a retired farmer from the Prior Lake
area. Patty raised both meat and wool-breed sheep.
She still does direct marketing of sheep products.
Sherry
Stirling
grew up in western South Dakota on a sheep ranch.
Today, she has a small wool-breed flock near Lindstrom,
MN. Sherry is involved in the marketing of woolch(a
wool-based garden mulch) and as a mentor for youth
farmers. |
Class
Registration begins April 1
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Beginning
Spinning – Spindle - Elizabeth Harrington
| Sunday May 9 |
1
pm -3 pm |
2
hrs |
| Max # Students: 6 |
Ages
7-11 with an adult, or age 11+ |
| Class
fee: $20 |
Materials
Fee: $5 |
|
 Have
you always wondered what spinning was all about? Do
spinning wheels make your head spin? Come discover
the joy of creating your own handspun yarn. Participants
will learn how easy and fun it is to make yarn from
wool roving using simple and inexpensive tools. We
start with finger spinning, move to hooky sticks,
and finish with CD spindles that can be dropped on
the floor without wincing! In just two hours, you
will be on your way to making your own yarn. There
will still be plenty of time to scoop up some delicious
roving and beautiful spindles for sale in the vendor
barns.
Elizabeth
Harrington
was introduced to spinning in the summer of 2006.
She taught herself to spin on a CD spindle and quickly
fell under the spell of the fiber arts. She knits,
spins, weaves, and dabbles in dyeing. Elizabeth loves
sharing the discovery of spinning and weaving with
others, especially kids. She teaches spindle spinning
at Borealis Yarns in St. Paul, and rigid heddle weaving
at the Minnesota Weaver’s Guild. |
Class
Registration begins April 1
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Felt
A Spring Bouquet – Learn Needle Felting Techniques
– Amy Chester
| Sunday May 9 |
1
pm - 4 pm |
3
hrs |
| Max # Students: 10 |
Minimum
Age: 13 |
| Class
fee: $30 |
Materials
Fee: $18 includes all matrials needed for class |
 Come
and felt a Spring bouquet of flowers! This class will
focus on a variety of needle felting techniques you
can make almost anything with wool! You’ll walk
away with at least 5 distinct types of flowers which
you can use to embellish garments, bags, or turn into
a brooch! You’ll get to experiment with different
types of wool fibers and felting needles to help you
learn the best wools suitable for needle felting.
All materials will be provided, including needles,
foam, wire, simple tools, and a rainbow of wool fibers
to work with. This class is open to children age 13
and over. Come share a colorful adventure together!
All
materials provided, including needles, foam, wire,
simple tools, and a rainbow of wool fibers. Feel welcome
to bring any special fibers or yarns you'd like to
incorporate into your bouquet.
Amy
Chester
lives in Woodbury, MN. She has always loved all things
fiber, teaching herself the various needle arts since
a young girl. She focused on doll making in the past
and is an experienced teacher. After discovering wool
and the world of possibilities needle felting can
bring, she found the perfect medium to combine both
her passion for fiber and figures/dolls. She sells
needle felting kits and natural toys through her website
www.sagedreamdesign.com. |
Class
Registration begins April 1
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Sock
and Roll Dye Class – Tracey Schuh
| Sunday May 9 |
1pm
- 4pm |
3
hr |
| Max # Students: 12 |
|
| Class
fee: $25 |
Materials
Fee: $15 includes one skein of sock yarn |
Purple
Rain or Bright, Bright, Sunshiny Day—it’s
time to knock some socks right onto those feet! Skein
by skein, we’ll dye sock yarn with new techniques
you can roll with whether you jive to Stayin’
Alive or live in a Yellow Submarine. Groovy socks
are the rage right now so whether you’re a fan
of Pink Floyd or the Red Hot Chili Peppers, you’ll
have a Whole Lotta Love for this class! Material Girls
(and boys), please don’t wear Blue Velvet. Dress
appropriately and bring 1 pair plastic or latex gloves
in your size. One skein of sock yarn and dye included
in materials fee. Additional skeins may be purchased
for dyeing during class, time permitting, or improvisation
at home. Get ready to ROCK!
Dress
appropriately and bring 1 pair plastic or latex gloves
in your size. One skein of sock yarn and dye included
in materials fee.
Tracey
Schuh
owns and operates Wool’n Weave Fiber Arts Studio
in Abrams, Wisconsin. Tracey is a multitalented fiber
artist who is passionate about working with color
and texture. Initially a weaver, she has now expanded
her horizons to encompass all mediums of art. She
loves creating art using found objects. Tracey’s
enjoyment of teaching has her designing new classes
all the time, so stop by and say hi. If there’s
a class you’ve always wanted to take, she probably
also has it on her list. Tracey loves the exciting
invention and reinvention that comes with both learning
and teaching! She invites you to introduce yourself
and create a new idea with her. |
Class
Registration begins April 1
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Children’s
Basket Weaving Class – Ellie Lida
| Sunday,
May 9 |
1:30
- 3pm |
1
1/2 hrs. |
| Max # Students: 8 |
Age
10+ and parents can also help if desired |
| Class
fee: $10 |
Materials
Fee: $12 |
|
 This
is a great opportunity to introduce young people to
the art of basket weaving. A round hardwood base is
the bottom of this basket. Various color choices will
allow students to personalize their basket, contrasting
the natural wicker spokes. A simple braided border
completes the basket. The approximate size is 5”
high x 6” wide, making it ideal for numerous
uses. All tools are provided.
Ellie
Lida
has a passion for weaving baskets and sharing that
love with others. For over 15 years, she has been
teaching in her home studio, at workshops, community
education classes, and special events. Intrigued by
the limitless possibilities, her enthusiasm spills
over into designing new baskets and using black walnuts
to dye the finished basket! Teaching others to enjoy
basket weaving is rewarding. Friendships are forged
as people share their stories and bond, while weaving. |
Class
Registration begins April 1
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Rug
Hooking – Wooly The Sheep – Victoria
Jacobson
| Sunday,
May 9 |
1
- 4 pm |
1
hrs. |
| Max # Students: 10 |
|
| Class
fee: $25 |
Materials
Fee: $40 for kit |
|
 Primitive
rug hooking with wool strips is an art form that was
used by pioneer women to make functional items from
materials at hand. Students will make "Wooly
the Sheep" who is grazing on a 9-inch rounded
square pasture of mottled green grasses. His black
head & legs accent his off-white and tweeded fleece.
You can hook "Wooly's" fleece 1/2"
high (as shown on picture) instead of the standard
1/4" to give him a "wooly" fuzzy dimensional
look. When finished, Wooly can be a table accent,
a small pillow or perhaps even a doorstop!
Victoria Jacobson
is the owner of Angel Girl, a rug-hooking studio located
in downtown Stillwater, Minnesota and named for her
mother. |
Class
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