Oct 22nd
10–11:30am EDT
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Weaving Classes
Denver
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Vision Beyond Seeing with Don Komarechka
Princeton Photo Workshop @ Online Classroom
Join acclaimed Macro Photographer, Author and Podcaster Don Komarechka for a new 4 week photography seminar that weaves science and art together to help photographers of every skill level understand the limitations of both our cameras and our own vision and then step beyond those limits. Understanding Vision and Beauty: What is reality? A camera sees the world fundamentally differently that we do. What you remember is not what you saw, and the...
Sunday Oct 22nd, 10–11:30am Eastern Time
(4 sessions)
Drop Spindle Spinning
Shuttles Spindles and Skeins @ 635 S Broadway St, Boulder, CO 80305
The “dreaded drop spindle” need not be feared at all. All it takes is a little practice and a sense of humor. Come use our spindles and our fiber. We’ll twist the night away. All Levels Welcome. Use of spindles and fibers provided.
$45
Macrame Plant Hangers
The Craftsman & Apprentice @ 1325 E 22nd Ave, Denver, CO 80205
Macrame, the hit craft of the 60s and 70s is back. In this workshop, taught by the talented, Amie Philips, you will learn several fundamental knotting techniques to create a customizable plant hanger. This skill set is one you can utilize in the future to craft wall hangings or other plant hanger designs. Enjoy mimosas, coffee, and brunch goodies while you craft. A plant, container and all materials to fashion your plant hanger are included...
$75
Spinning 2
Shuttles Spindles and Skeins @ 635 S Broadway St, Boulder, CO 80305
Now that you know what the knobs on your spinning wheel are for, is it time for another class? Spinning 2 will include such varied topics as t.p.i. (twists per inch), use of wool combs, Navajo plying and more. We will cover different techniques to give you more control over the size and twist of the yarn you spin. Beginning spinning skills required. Bring your wheel. Fibers provided.
$100
Spinning Alpaca
Shuttles Spindles and Skeins @ 635 S Broadway St, Boulder, CO 80305
Come spin fiber from some of the Switzer’s herd of alpacas. You will blend different colors and other fibers as well as try different preparations - roving, raw fleece, just teased and more. Even some pacovicuña to try. Lots of great ideas and sharing. Beginning spinning skills required. Bring your wheel and carders, 1 ounce og your favorite fiber to share for blending, and something you've made with your handspun.
$40
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Start Spinning on a Wheel
Shuttles Spindles and Skeins @ 635 S Broadway St, Boulder, CO 80305
Spider Woman taught the Navajo women to spin with a spindle made of lightning and turquoise. While we can't provide that kind of equipment, we can continue the tradition. Wool, greasy, clean and commercially processed is our fiber. The last class is an all day natural dye workshop. Women who are pregnant should take the dye class at a later time when they are not pregnant. All equipment and materials are provided. Please wear old clothes....
$180
You Can't Tell a Braid by its Color
Shuttles Spindles and Skeins @ 635 S Broadway St, Boulder, CO 80305
We fall in love with those beautiful hand dyed braids and then are sometimes surprised when the yarn doesn’t meet our expectations. We will look at the way braids are dyed and how that affects the colorplay. Then we will spin the braids and see how many different looks you can get from one roving. Beginning spinning skills required. fibers provided. Bring your wheel & at least 4 Bobbins.
$70
Woven Necklaces
The Craftsman & Apprentice @ 1325 E 22nd Ave, Denver, CO 80205
Learn to weave in miniature! In this class we will create distinctive and personal pieces of wearable art on a manageable, portable scale. Using a simple miniature handmade loom and natural, plant-based fibers in an array of gorgeous colors, and maybe a bit of vintage sparkle, you will weave a one-of-a-kind necklace pendant and leave the class wearing it! We’ll cover basic techniques that are applicable to all types of weaving, and you'll take...
$60
Woven Metal
Denver School of Metal Arts @ 6810 N Broadway , Denver, CO 80221
In this fascinating class, students will have the opportunity to learn how to weave a circular metal chain that can vary in thicknesses, that requires no soldering and yet is incredibly sturdy, beautiful and very sellable. Once the technique is mastered, one can work on this style of chain anywhere one might need to wait (such as a doctor's office or hair appointment) and can be also done in the evening in front of the t.v. This chain can be made...
$135
