Learn the basics of peg loom weaving in this 3-hour class. You’ll learn how to warp up the loom, prepare materials, build your design, and finally secure your weaving. You’ll leave with a completed rug ready to felt or a wall hanging ready to display. This class includes 3 hrs of instruction, a pegloom and pegs to borrow (peglooms will be available for sale in our […]
Engage in the serene, time-honored practice of Sashiko Japanese Embroidery. We’ll use a simple running stitch to transform linen into a small, embellished, and practical bag. Choose from traditional Sashiko Moyozashi patterns: ocean waves, seven treasures, triangles, wild grasses, plus emblematic floral motifs. We will hand sew the two decorated fabric panels into a fully functional drawstring pouch with a French pull. Use it for stowing […]
This workshop will highlight the act of repair and clothing adornment with Sashiko Japanese Embroidery. With humble beginnings in rural Japan, Sashiko’s running stitch insulated work garments for warmth and longevity. Moving into contemporary times around the globe, the bold, geometric beauty of Sashiko continues to both strengthen and decorate fabrics. Visible Mending celebrates resourcefulness and sustainability by showcasing hand stitching rather than hiding it. […]
Begin or continue your serene handwork practice. Sashiko is a time-honored Japanese Mending and Embroidery practice. From a simple running stitch, interlocking, geometric patterns emerge onto textiles. With a focus on exploring decorative aspects of the craft, workshop participants will learn how to use Sashiko’s “small stabs” to create a set of coasters or a four-square patchwork sampler. Choose from various traditional Hitomezashi=one stitch […]
The deposit of $325 is non-refundable. Payment # 2 of $325 is due by August 31. Payment # 3 of $325 is due by December 31. Payments 2 & 3 are refundable until January 1, 2025. After that, all cancellations are non-refundable.
Mondays, Jan. 20 & 27; Feb. 3 & 17; and March 3 & 17, 3-5 pm. Pacific time, on Zoom. Classes will be recorded and made available to you for one week afterward. Requirements: You must be comfortable with sweater construction (back, fronts, sleeves, neckband), simple multiplication and division, and commit to keeping up with the class. Must have a copy of “The Knitter’s Handy Book […]
Drop by Brigid’s Loft and try something new! The No-Mess Dye Table: Try using dye tinctures in jars. It’s easy, no fuss, no mess dyeing you can try it here and then have success at home; with Kerry Graber of Jorstad Artisan Yarns Spinning circle with Maddy Wallace Try it: Drop Spindling with Maddy. Give it a whorl, or perfect your technique with help […]
Spinning under the gentle guidance of Maddy Wallace is an experience not to miss. This is a relaxed spinning circle where you can try various local wool fibers while Maddy talks about each fiber and its traits.
Attention all new knitters, or those returning to the craft after a break: Karen Anderson is offering this overview of knitting, which includes an introduction to basic skills and information on additional resources that will start you on your knitting journey. Those who complete the class may stop in during Karen’s help hours (same time on the other Wednesdays of the month). Please register ahead of […]
Jann Hoppler and Kerry Graber will present how to plan for fine finishes for your knitted projects. So that when the hard work of knitting is done you are set up for success. We will cover seaming in several ways, for a beautiful finish, special blocking methods for unusually shaped pieces, and the tools that help. Also presented are steeked finishes to plan for before you […]
