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The Triangle Weavers Guild strives to always engage its members in educational opportunities. Members can participate in variety of classes and workshops where they focus on their craft in a creative learning and fun-filled environment. Participants learn new techniques, master new skills or just enjoy being inspired and sharing information with other experienced and talented artisan weavers or textile artists.
Classes are taught by our talented guild members. These classes include beginning and specialty weaving classes, and classes in dyeing and other fiber arts, . Opportunities for individual instruction are listed on the Teachers page. |
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Workshops are usually offered in a multi-day format and are taught by nationally recognized instructors. Some of the fiber artists who have held workshops for the Triangle Weavers Guild in past years include:
- 2017 Elisabeth Hill - Discovering Deflected Doubleweave
- 2016 Sara Lamb - Spin to Weave
- 2016 Robyn Spady - Block Party
- 2015 Daryl Lancaster -- Garment Construction
- 2014 Sarah Saulson -- The Joy of Color
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Class Cancellation Policy: Class fees are forfeited for cancellations which occur less than thirty days prior to the first class session unless the guild can fill the spot from a waitlist. Refunds are not given after the start of class.
Workshop Cancellation Policy: Workshop fees are non-refundable unless the guild can fill the spot from a waitlist. If your spot can be filled from the waitlist you will receive a refund of monies paid minus a $25 processing fee. Refunds are not given after the start of a workshop. For full details about Fee and Cancellation Policies for Classes & Workshops visit our Class Policies Page
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Illoominations:
Don't forget we have some great Illoomination (practically free mini-classes) for guild members. Check them out on the Illoominations page.
Don't forget we have some great Illoomination (practically free mini-classes) for guild members. Check them out on the Illoominations page.
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Acadian Weaving of French Canada and Louisiana:
A Workshop with Melissa Dunning Saturday & Sunday, April 27-28, 2019, 9:00 am – 5:00 pm Instructor: Melissa Dunning Where: Triangle Fiber Arts Center (TFAC) 3717 Murphy School Rd., Durham, NC 27705 Cost: $235 for members, $275 for non-members plus a materials fee of $10 for handouts and some weft materials Maximum class size: 18 Registration deadline: April 15, 2019 Experience Level : Suitable for both beginner and advanced weavers |
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Beginning and advanced weavers alike will be amazed at the variations of pattern possible with just 2 harnesses and a few simple techniques. Working on their own looms, participants will weave samples of weaving unique to early French Canada and Louisiana: couverture de mariage, a la planche, boutonne, cordonne - fabrics used for bed covers, curtains and pillow covers. Suitable for rigid heddle, though some features may be limited.
Melissa is a traditional hand-weaver and spinner with 36 years of experience working on antique equipment to produce 18th and 19th century style textiles. She began her traditional textile study with Scottish master weaver Norman Kennedy and carries on this rich tradition in her own teaching. Melissa is an avid tartan and linen weaver and a lover of wool who loves sharing her passion for weaving and spinning with students. Check out her blog at http://melissaweaves.blogspot.com/ Participants will provide:
The guild will have looms available to loan on a first come, first served basis while available. This class is closed |
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Introduction to Inkle Weaving
Saturday, May 4, 2019, 9:30 AM – 12:30 PM Instructor: Barbara Koch Where: Triangle Fiber Arts Center (TFAC) 3717 Murphy School Rd., Durham, NC 27705 Cost: $30 for members, $45 for non-members Maximum class size: 7 Registration deadline: April 30, 2019 This class will introduce participants to the types of inkle looms and the bands which can be woven on them. You will have an opportunity to explore patterns as presented in a variety of reference materials, including books available in the Guild library. You will make string heddles to be used on the looms, put on a warp, and weave. Materials to be provided by participants: Please bring an inkle loom if you have one; looms will be provided for those who do not. You also may want to bring a 5”-7” belt or stick shuttle if you have one, along with paper and pencil for taking notes. Bring a snack or lunch if you like; hot drinks will be available. TFAC will provide yarn for all participants. TFAC also has stick shuttles and other supplies as needed for the class. TFAC will be open for Drop-In for the afternoon so you can stay and weave if you wish. Guild looms may be taken home for up to 2 weeks to finish your weaving. Non-members who borrow a loom must provide a refundable deposit of $50 in cash or check payable to Triangle Weavers Guild due at the class; deposit will be returned upon return of loom. To register online, click here |
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How to Weave a Double Weave Jacket
Saturday May 11, 2019 9:00 am - 5:00 pm Instructor: Leslie Fesperman Where: Triangle Fiber Arts Center (TFAC) 3717 Murphy School Rd., Durham, NC 27705 Cost: $80 for members, $100 for non-members plus a materials fee of $35 paid to instructor Maximum class size: 10 Registration deadline: April 26, 2019 |
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This class will go over the basics of double weave, including discussing the fundamentals of double weave, how to weave a tube, two layers, and double cloth, and the three elements required to weave a no-sew jacket on the four shaft loom. Participants will weave samples of each before weaving a small sample jacket in class, preparing you to weave a full-size jacket on your own.
You will need to have your loom warped and ready to weave, using yarn to be provided by the instructor in advance of the class. The guild has looms available for participants to use if needed. Guild looms will need to be warped at TFAC prior to class and remain on the premises at TFAC. TFAC will be open on occasion during the week before the class to provide time for warping. Please indicate if you need to use a guild loom on your registration form.
Pre-requisites: Participants must have a sound knowledge of how to weave independently on a 4-shaft loom and have a solid basic understanding of plain weave. Experience in doing a hemstitch is helpful for this class.
Participants should bring notebook/sketchbook, pencils, pen, highlighter for taking notes. Bring your lunch and a snack if you like; hot drinks will be available.
To register online, click here
You will need to have your loom warped and ready to weave, using yarn to be provided by the instructor in advance of the class. The guild has looms available for participants to use if needed. Guild looms will need to be warped at TFAC prior to class and remain on the premises at TFAC. TFAC will be open on occasion during the week before the class to provide time for warping. Please indicate if you need to use a guild loom on your registration form.
Pre-requisites: Participants must have a sound knowledge of how to weave independently on a 4-shaft loom and have a solid basic understanding of plain weave. Experience in doing a hemstitch is helpful for this class.
Participants should bring notebook/sketchbook, pencils, pen, highlighter for taking notes. Bring your lunch and a snack if you like; hot drinks will be available.
To register online, click here
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Warp Painting/Dye Day
Two 1-day sessions are being offered: Friday, May 31, 2019, 9:30 am - 5:00 pm - New! Saturday, June 1, 2019, 9:30 am – 5:00 pm Instructor: Mary Kircher Where: Triangle Fiber Arts Center (TFAC) 3717 Murphy School Rd., Durham, NC 27705 Cost: $45 for members, $65 for non-members plus a materials fee of $10 paid to instructor Maximum class size: 8 Registration deadline: May 24, 2019 |
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Add unique color to your weaving projects with warp painting. Blend and overlap colors to create your one-of-a-kind palette on scarves, linens, or yardage. The class will include a brief discussion of color theory, dye safety, and color mixing, considerations for dyeing scarves or other projects, and finally warp painting techniques.
Pre-requisites: No dye experience is necessary, but you must be prepared to prepare a warp prior to class. Participants should bring two prepared warps 3 yards or shorter (cotton, linen, tencel, bamboo, or silk) and a willingness to experiment. Details about preparing warps will be provided by the instructor before the workshop. Plan to bring your lunch and a snack if you like. Hot drinks will be available at TFAC. To register online, click here |
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Traditional Shibori Techniques
Saturday, June 8, 2019 9:00 am – 3:00 pm Instructor: Kelli Crispin Where: Triangle Fiber Arts Center (TFAC) 3717 Murphy School Rd., Durham, NC 27705 Cost: $60 for members, $80 for non-members plus a materials fee of $15 paid to instructor Maximum class size: 8 Registration deadline: May 25, 2019 |
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The Japanese term “shibori” describes a variety of techniques for compressing and securing cloth to create beautiful dye resist patterns. The class will cover many traditional shibori resist techniques, including binding, wrapping, itajime (folding and clamping), arashi (pole-wrapping), and stitching. You will learn techniques inspired by nature motifs, such as mountain path, spiderweb, storm, and snowflake, and dye the fabrics in an indigo vat. All levels of experience are welcome.
Pre-requisites: None. $15 materials fee covers fabrics and scarves, indigo dye, and use of dye vat Participants may bring your own fabric and wearable items made from plant fibers (cotton, linen, hemp, rayon), silk, or wool (finer weight, not bulky). Blends of these fibers that contain a small amount of polyester will also work. You also may wish to bring rubber gloves. Wear old clothes and shoes that you don’t mind getting dye on, and bring a lunch. To register online, click here |
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Taste of Tapestry: An introduction to basic tapestry technique
3 Sundays, June 9, 16 & 23, 2019, 1:00 - 4:00 pm Instructor: Mary Kircher Where: Triangle Fiber Arts Center (TFAC) 3717 Murphy School Rd., Durham, NC 27705 Cost: $90 for members, $110 for non-members plus a materials fee of $5 paid to instructor Maximum class size: 8 Registration deadline: May 31, 2019 |
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This class will provide a foundation for tapestry weaving on a tapestry loom or basic frame loom. We will make a sampler utilizing several weaving techniques, guidelines for traditional tapestry, how to use a cartoon and finishing. As time allows, eccentric weaving, twining and collage will be included.
Pre-requisites: None.
Participants should bring a tapestry or frame loom if you have one and a blunt tapestry needle. A variety of weft yarns will be provided for all participants, although you should bring any yarns you would like to experiment with.
Pre-requisites: None.
Participants should bring a tapestry or frame loom if you have one and a blunt tapestry needle. A variety of weft yarns will be provided for all participants, although you should bring any yarns you would like to experiment with.
- Mary can provide instructions to any participants who would like to make your own frame loom from stretcher bars. They are very easy to build and inexpensive. Assistance will also be available at a TFAC Drop-In for those interested in making their own.
- The guild has a limited number of looms available on a first-come, first-served basis if you would like to borrow one. Guild looms may be taken home between sessions and for up to 2 weeks after the class concludes to finish your weaving. Non-members who borrow a loom to take home must provide a refundable deposit of $50 in cash or check payable to Triangle Weavers Guild due at the class; deposit will be returned upon return of loom.
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Over and Under: Weaving Basics
Friday - Sunday, July 12 - 14, 2019, 2 1/2 days Friday 3 pm - 7 pm, Saturday 9 am - 5 pm & Sunday 9 am - 5 pm Instructor: Leslie Fesperman Where: Triangle Fiber Arts Center (TFAC) 3717 Murphy School Rd., Durham, NC 27705 Cost: $200 for members, $240 for non-members plus a materials fee of $25 paid to instructor Maximum class size: 5 Registration deadline: July 9, 2019 With the intention of functioning as an ‘on ramp’ to the craft of weaving, this introductory course offers new students the opportunity to begin their study. Through weaving a rayon scarf, the beginning weaver will be introduced to the four-harness loom while learning vital weaving skills including reading a draft, planning projects, preparing the loom, and weaving. Materials provided by teacher/TFAC: Four harness loom and accessories (shuttles, bobbins, sley and reed hooks, etc.) and yarn for scarf ($25 materials fee paid to instructor) Student should bring: Notebook/sketchbook; pencils, pen, highlighter. Bring your lunch on Saturday and Sunday and snacks if you like; hot drinks will be available. Online registration will open Monday, 5/13/19 at noon |
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Sakiori! Silk and Batik as Wearable or Functional Art
Saturday, July 27, 2019, 10:00 am-4:00 pm Instructor: Dawn Hummer Where: Triangle Fiber Arts Center (TFAC) 3717 Murphy School Rd., Durham, NC 27705 Cost: $60 for members, $80 for non-members plus a small materials fee paid to instructor for any purchased materials Maximum class size: 10 Registration Deadline: July 13, 2019 |
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Enjoy Sakiori weaving and choose your own project: a wearable mobius/scarf or a wall/table piece. This “no rules” style of weaving allows for designing in the reed, meaning you will create without a plan and design as you go – freestyle! Focus on color, texture, spontaneity and experimentation, resulting in a completely unique piece of wearable art or home décor! Techniques will include looping, alternative selvages, double and triple interlocking weft, floats, inlay, knots, inserts, slits and windows, Sakiori techniques, finger fringing and characteristics of specific yarns.
Sakiori utilizes cut or torn fabric strips of silk, cotton, batik, etc. for the weft. Strips of recycled and repurposed fabrics are perfect for this purpose. Bring your own stash of recycled silk or batik fabrics, torn into strips, or purchase from the instructor for a small materials fee. A sharing basket of “treasures” will be available if you would like to contribute bits and pieces of special yarns for pops of color along the way. This is your project so sett and fiber are totally up to you. The class will focus on weft techniques. Black or navy in any fiber are suggested for the warp to allow for maximum designing with weft. While no specific sett is required, 8-20 epi work well depending on your fiber. Also, while no specific warp width or length are required, 7-20” in width are recommended. Looms must be warped in advance of the class. You can use your own loom, rent one of 4 pre-warped Saori looms from the instructor for $25, or use one of a limited number of guild looms available on a first-come, first-served basis. Guild looms will need to be warped at TFAC prior to class and remain on the premises at TFAC. TFAC will be open on occasion during the week before the class to provide time for warping. Please indicate on your registration form if you would like to rent a Saori loom from the instructor or use a guild loom. Prerequisites: Ability to warp a loom independently unless renting a pre-warped loom from the instructor. Participants should bring a tapestry needle and your warped loom with plenty of weft fabric strips and yarns for your project. Bring your lunch and a snack if you like; hot drinks will be available. Online registration will open on 6/3/19 at noon |
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Double Weave Overshot
September 5, 6, and 7 (Thursday, Friday, Saturday) 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM each day Instructor: Jackie Heller Where: Triangle Fiber Arts Center (TFAC) 3717 Murphy School Rd., Durham, NC 27705 Cost for each class: $180 for members, $220 for non-members plus $5 materials fee handouts Level: Intermediate and above Maximum class size: 6 Registration Deadline: August 15, 2019 |
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Any draft that is threaded in an odd-even order can be used to create a double weave overshot structure. The resulting fabric looks like the original design but it is an integrated two-layered plain weave structure which avoids the problem of long floats, making it a very stable cloth.
Participants will choose one of four patterns provided by the instructor. Looms will be warped back-to-front. The instructor will provide instructions in advance for winding a 2 ½ - 3 yard warp that will need to be wound onto the back beam prior to the first class and ready for threading during class. Time permitting, the instructor will demonstrate converting a four-shaft overshot drawdown to a double weave pattern using FiberWorks PCW. Prerequisites: Intermediate or higher weaving experience. Students should be very comfortable threading a lot of heddles and warping their looms independently. Participants should provide your own 5/2 cotton for warp and weft in two colors: one dark and the other light/contrasting. You will need approximately ¾ lb. of each color. You may also choose to bring a third color to change the appearance of the underside of the fabric. This is a two-shuttle weave; bring your own shuttles if you like. Plan to bring your lunch each day and a snack if you like. Hot drinks will be available at TFAC. NOTE: Any 4 harness loom can be used for this workshop. However an 8-treadle loom will make the treadling for this project simpler. The guild has looms available for participants to use if needed (and some of those looms are 8-treadle looms). The guild looms must remain on the premises at TFAC so you will need to plan to beam your warp at TFAC if using a guild loom. TFAC will be open on occasion during the week before the class to provide access to the looms. Please indicate if you need to use a guild loom on your registration form. Online registration will open on Monday, 7/8/19 at noon |
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September 27 – 29, 2019 – Jan Friedman
Color Blending and Texture This workshop will concentrate on teaching you how to weave slow color gradations using color groupings. This approach is effective not only in tapestries but also in rugs, table linens, and garments. It is possible to achieve wonderfully rich colors by combining numerous thin yarns of varying shades. By choosing different fibers such as rayon, wool, cotton, silk, and metallic yarn, you also can add subtle textural interest to your work. Further textural effects will be explored by working with dyed silk and cotton fabric strips. |
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October 29 – 30, 2019 – Patsy Zawistoski
Spinning with Weaving in Mind How about spinning and weaving with your own unique yarns? Don’t be intimidated about spinning warp any longer. We’ll learn to spin different types of smooth and textured warp yarns and I’ll help you understand why these yarns meet the requirements for warp. We’ll also spin fluffy weft yarns. We'll learn about the calculations and how to adapt them to your own situation. Students will choose a colorway: purple/blue, blue/green, green/yellow, yellow/orange, orange/red, or red/purple. We will do some wrappings and a small weaving to sample warp ideas. If you want to coordinate the class yarns with some from your handspun stash, bring about 100 yards of smooth 2 or 3-plied handspun in your chosen colorway. This could be part of your warp. In class, we’ll spin the complementary wool and mohair as textured warp and weft yarns. More details to follow |
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Open Studio Dyeing with Natural Dyes
Saturday, June 9, 2018, 9 am – 1 pm Instructor: Paula Baumann Where: Triangle Fiber Arts Center (TFAC) 3717 Murphy School Rd., Durham, NC 27705 Cost: $40 for members, $60 for non-members plus a $10 materials fee for dye materials & equipment for dyeing Maximum class size: 12 Registration deadline: May 26, 2018 |
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Natural dyes give soft dark colors on silk and wool and lighter shades on vegetable based fibers. The open studio with natural dyes allows you to come in and dye warps, wefts, woven Shibori, traditional Shibori, yarn or fabric. This is an opportunity to receive guidance for dyeing with cochineal (fuchsia & orange), fustic (golden yellow), logwood (purple), cutch (browns), madder (reds), and turmeric (orange yellow). Lichen and walnut dyes will also be available for use. Heated simmering vats of natural dyes for wool, silk, cotton and bamboo fiber will be provided. (no felt please)
Student should bring: Prepared warps, fabrics, and yarn that participants wish to dye (no felt please). Bring an apron and wear old clothes including shoes. Directions for pre-session prep will be sent to participants ahead of time. Now closed! |
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Preparing Fabric for Rag Weaving
Wednesday, June 13, 9:30 am - 3:00 pm Instructor:Lynn Pownell Where: Triangle Fiber Arts Center (TFAC) 3717 Murphy School Rd., Durham, NC 27705 Cost: $25 for members, $45 for non-members Maximum class size: 8 Registration deadline: May 31, 2018 Class will prepare fabric strips to be used as weft for rag weaving. Includes calculating fabric amounts, planning the design, and cutting and sewing fabric into strips.
Materials to be provided by participants: Approximately 6 pounds of fabric. This will make enough weft for about a 2' x 3' rug or 4 placemats. Fabric of one type is best. Cotton and wool are good choices. An old sheet or curtain panel or similar yardage works well. You can use scraps and even old clothes, but you'll want to be able to cut them into fairly long strips (at least 20 inches). Multiple colors/prints will give you more design possibilities. Please bring fabric scissors or a rotary cutter, along with a rotary-cutting mat and long ruler (at least 24 inches) if you have them. A portable sewing machine is optional. This class is now closed! |
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Designing on a Rigid Heddle Loom
Saturday, June 16, 10 am – 4 pm Instructor: Dawn Hummer Where: Triangle Fiber Arts Center (TFAC) 3717 Murphy School Rd., Durham, NC 27705 Cost: $60 for members, $80 for non-members Maximum class size: 8 Registration deadline: June 2, 2018 The rigid heddle loom is a wonderful canvas for creating colorful patterns and hand-manipulated designs! This class will explore a progression of weft-faced designs throughout the day, including: hemstitching, beading, stacking, inlay, carry inlay, interlocking weft, windows, Shaker weave twists, floats, tufts, knots, and Brooks bouquet. Project ideas include a lovely sampler, wall hanging, table runner, strappy purse, or scarf. Pre-requisites for the class: Ability to warp loom independently, unless renting a pre-warped loom Student should bring: Scissors, tapestry needle and your warped rigid heddle loom with plenty of weft yarn for your project. Warp suggestion – solid color to allow weft design to show. Cricket looms available for rent from instructor ($10 unwarped; $20 warped), by prior arrangement. A sharing basket will be set up for “treasures” if you would like to contribute bits of special yarns for pops of color along the way. This class is now closed! |
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Traditional Shibori Techniques
Saturday, June 23, 9 am -3 pm Instructor: Kelli Crispin Where: Triangle Fiber Arts Center (TFAC) 3717 Murphy School Rd., Durham, NC 27705 Cost: $60 for members, $80 for non-members plus $15 materialsl fee Maximum class size: 8 Registration deadline: June 9, 2018 |
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Introduction to a variety of traditional shibori techniques for creating resist patterns on fabric. Techniques include binding, wrapping, itajime (folding and clamping), arashi (pole-wrapping), and stitching. Participants will apply a variety of techniques and dye the fabrics in an indigo vat.
The $15 materials fee covers fabrics and scarves for dyeing, indigo dye and use of the dye vat
Participant requirements: Participants may bring their own fabric and wearable items, made from plant fibers (cotton, linen, hemp, rayon), silk, or wool (finer weight, not bulky). Blends of these fibers that contain a small amount of polyester will also work. Participants may wish to bring their own rubber gloves. Wear old clothes and shoes that you don’t mind getting dye on. Bring lunch.
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The $15 materials fee covers fabrics and scarves for dyeing, indigo dye and use of the dye vat
Participant requirements: Participants may bring their own fabric and wearable items, made from plant fibers (cotton, linen, hemp, rayon), silk, or wool (finer weight, not bulky). Blends of these fibers that contain a small amount of polyester will also work. Participants may wish to bring their own rubber gloves. Wear old clothes and shoes that you don’t mind getting dye on. Bring lunch.
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Spindle Spinning for Beginners
June 30, 2018 (Saturday), 10 am -1 pm Instructor: Jane Bynum Where: Triangle Fiber Arts Center (TFAC) 3717 Murphy School Rd., Durham, NC 27705 Cost: $30 for members, $50 for non-members (includes $10 for roving), plus an optional $10 purchase of top whorl spindle, paid to instructor Maximum class size: 6 Registration deadline: June 29, 2018 Learn to use a drop spindle to spin your own wool yarn for knitting, crochet, or weaving. This simple hand tool of prehistoric origin is inexpensive, portable, and easy to use. This introduction covers making singles and plied yarns, yarn handling skills, skein winding, and finishing the yarn for various uses. Participants should bring paper and pen for note taking. This class is now closed. |
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Saori-Inspired Designs on Your Loom
Wednesday, July 18, 10 am – 4 pm Instructor: Dawn Hummer Where: Triangle Fiber Arts Center (TFAC) 3717 Murphy School Rd., Durham, NC 27705 Cost: $60 for members, $80 for non-members Maximum class size: 8 Registration deadline: July 9, 2018 Enjoy the creative spontaneity of Saori-style weaving on your loom. This class will provide an overview of Saori history throughout the last half century and provide a very simple approach to free-form weaving with color and texture. Techniques will include: looping, alternative selvages, interlocking weft, floats, inlay, knots, inserts, slits, and windows and characteristics of specific yarns. Project ideas include a lovely sampler, wall hanging, table runner, strappy purse, or scarf. Pre-requisites for the class: Ability to warp loom independently, unless renting a pre-warped loom from the instructor Student should bring: Warped rigid heddle table loom or floor loom* with plenty of weft yarn for your project; scissors; tapestry needle. A sharing basket will be set up for bits and pieces of “treasures” if you would like to contribute interesting bits of special yarns for pops of color along the way. *Limited number of unwarped looms available at no charge from TW. Pre-warped Saori and Cricket looms available for rent from the instructor ($20 Cricket; $25 Saori), by prior arrangement. This class is now closed. |
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Over and Under Part 1: Weaving Basics
Friday- Sunday, July 20-22, 2018, 2 1/2 days Friday 3 pm - 7 pm, Saturday 9 am - 5 pm & Sunday 9 am - 5 pm Instructor: Leslie Fesperman Where: Triangle Fiber Arts Center (TFAC) 3717 Murphy School Rd., Durham, NC 27705 Cost: $200 for members, $240 for non-members plus a materials fee of $20 paid to instructor Maximum class size: 5 Registration deadline: July 6, 2018 With the intention of functioning as an “on ramp” to the craft of weaving, this introductory course offers new students the opportunity to begin their study. Through weaving a rayon scarf, this course offers an introduction to a 4-shaft loom. Students will learn vital weaving skills, including reading a draft, planning projects, preparing the loom, and weaving. Materials provided by teacher/TFAC: Four harness loom and accessories (shuttles, bobbins, sley and reed hooks, etc.) and yarn for scarf ($20 materials fee paid to instructor) Student should bring: Notebook/sketchbook; pencils, pen, highlighter. This class is now closed. |
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Beginning Color
Beginning August 29, 2018
Wednesdays, 1-3 pm. Dates may change slightly but tentative dates are: August 29, 2018, September 5, September 12, September 19, October 3, October 17, October 24, November 7
Note time change!
Instructors: Ruth Ann Ross and Rose Warner
Where: Triangle Fiber Arts Center (TFAC)
3717 Murphy School Rd., Durham, NC 27705
Cost: $160 for members, $200 for non-members
plus $10 materialsl fee
Maximum class size: 8
Registration deadline: August 28, 2018
Beginning August 29, 2018
Wednesdays, 1-3 pm. Dates may change slightly but tentative dates are: August 29, 2018, September 5, September 12, September 19, October 3, October 17, October 24, November 7
Note time change!
Instructors: Ruth Ann Ross and Rose Warner
Where: Triangle Fiber Arts Center (TFAC)
3717 Murphy School Rd., Durham, NC 27705
Cost: $160 for members, $200 for non-members
plus $10 materialsl fee
Maximum class size: 8
Registration deadline: August 28, 2018
The class will meet at TFAC for 3 months from August 29 through November 7. The concentration will be on weaving with color, making decisions about color choices and experimenting with color. There will be reading, extensive color study homework and 3 weaving assignments.
Participant Requirements: Must be able to set up a loom and weave independently. Required Materials: "Color Play", Second Edition by Joen Wolfrom (make sure it is the second edition), and a "3 –in-1 Color Tool" (the third edition) by Joen Wolfrom.
This class is now closed.
Participant Requirements: Must be able to set up a loom and weave independently. Required Materials: "Color Play", Second Edition by Joen Wolfrom (make sure it is the second edition), and a "3 –in-1 Color Tool" (the third edition) by Joen Wolfrom.
This class is now closed.
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Make a Covered Journal Using Your Handwoven Fabric!
September 29 (Saturday), 10 am -3 pm Note date change! Instructor: Jackie Heller Where: Triangle Fiber Arts Center (TFAC) 3717 Murphy School Rd., Durham, NC 27705 Cost: $50 for members, $70 for non-members (includes materials) Maximum class size: 8 Registration deadline: September 8, 2018 Students will create a hard-covered journal using their own handwoven fabric for the front and back covers. They will cut and fold signatures for the interior sections and bind them using a traditional Coptic stitch. Instructor will provide decorative papers, signature papers, waxed linen threads, curved upholstery needles, mod podge glue, book board for covers, weights for flattening the covers, and handouts. She will also will bring a pre-warped Swedish Band Loom that students can use to create a bookmark for their journal, if time permits. Participants should bring handwoven fabric – at least 12 inches square; any special papers they want to include in the journal; sharp scissors; a paper cutter if thy already own one. Note; the instructor would prefer handwoven fabric, but students may bring any type of fabric to cover the journal This class is now closed! |
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Get Your Warp On - A Beginning Weaving Intensive Study
Saturdays and Sundays, September 8-9, and 15-16, 9:30-2:30, Sunday, September 23, 9:30-2:30 and Sunday, October 7, 1 -3 PM Instructor: Marion Flint Where: Triangle Fiber Arts Center (TFAC) 3717 Murphy School Rd., Durham, NC 27705 Cost: $240 member, $280 non-member, plus a $20 materials fee to cover syllabus, photo CD and yarn Registration Deadline: August 12, 2018 Class size: 6 student limit |
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The class is designed for:
4-Harness Floor looms and all materials will be provided. Note: Although the sessions are planned to give time for completing the projects, students may need to come into TFAC drop-in sessions (Tuesday and Saturday afternoons) to weave between classes. This class is now closed. |
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Warp Painting/Dye Day
Saturday October 13, 2018, 9:30 am - 5 pm Instructor: Mary Kircher Where: Triangle Fiber Arts Center (TFAC) 3717 Murphy School Rd., Durham, NC 27705 Cost for each class: $45 for members, $65 for non-members plus $10 materials fee for dyeing materials, handouts, color exercise papers Level: This class is designed for all experience levels Maximum class size: 8 Registration Deadline: September 28th |
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Add unique color to your weaving projects with warp painting. Blend and overlap colors to create your one-of-a-kind palette on scarves, linens, or yardage. The workshop will include a brief discussion of color theory, dye safety, and color mixing, considerations for dyeing scarves or other projects, and finally warp painting techniques.
Participant Requirements: No dye experience is necessary, but you must be able to prepare a warp prior to class. Bring two prepared warps 3 yards or shorter (cotton, linen, tencel, bamboo, or silk) and willingness to experiment. Details about preparing warps will be provided before the workshop. This class is now closed. |
Introduction to a variety of traditional shibori techniques for creating resist patterns on fabric. Techniques include binding, wrapping, itajime (folding and clamping), arashi (pole-wrapping), and stitching. Participants will apply a variety of techniques and dye the fabrics in an indigo vat.
The $15 materials fee covers fabrics and scarves for dyeing, indigo dye and use of the dye vat
Participant requirements: Participants may bring their own fabric and wearable items, made from plant fibers (cotton, linen, hemp, rayon), silk, or wool (finer weight, not bulky). Blends of these fibers that contain a small amount of polyester will also work. Participants may wish to bring their own rubber gloves. Wear old clothes and shoes that you don’t mind getting dye on. Bring lunch.
This class is now closed.
The $15 materials fee covers fabrics and scarves for dyeing, indigo dye and use of the dye vat
Participant requirements: Participants may bring their own fabric and wearable items, made from plant fibers (cotton, linen, hemp, rayon), silk, or wool (finer weight, not bulky). Blends of these fibers that contain a small amount of polyester will also work. Participants may wish to bring their own rubber gloves. Wear old clothes and shoes that you don’t mind getting dye on. Bring lunch.
This class is now closed.
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FALL WORKSHOP with Karen Donde
Turned Beiderwand: One Threading, Multiple Structures October 26 – 28, 2018 (Friday - Sunday), 9 am - 4 pm each day Instructor: Karen Donde Where: Triangle Fiber Arts Center (TFAC) 3717 Murphy School Rd., Durham, NC 27705 Cost: $250 for members, $290 for non-members plus $10 materials fee for a detailed handout Maximum class size: 15 Registration deadline: October 12, 2018 |
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Beiderwand is a compound weave with origin in 1800s in northern Germany/Denmark. A kind of double weave, it is woven with two alternating wefts, one slightly thicker than the other. The “main” warp forms pattern areas, and the “secondary” warp forms the ground (background) and ties pattern wefts in a plain weave pattern. Turning a beiderwand draft creates clean pattern blocks, better drape and faster, one-shuttle weaving than its traditional supplementary weft method. The resulting threading also adapts easily to weave other structures. You will warp with a supplementary warp and weave samples, learning how to turn a draft and make do without a second warp beam.
Prerequisites: Participants should be proficient with weaving basic structures. Materials to be provided by participants: Pre-warped 6 or 8 shaft-loom (8 shafts preferred), yarn and other common weaving tools specified by instructor (sent to participants after registration). Yarns will be different weights of Tencel and cotton. Note: A limited number of 8-harness table and floor looms will be available on loan by the guild. Karen Donde is a nationally known instructor. Visit her website at http://karendondehandwovens.com/section/357042.html Now closed! |
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Holiday Scarf – Saori Style
Wednesday, November 28, 10 am – 4 pm Instructor: Dawn Hummer Where: Triangle Fiber Arts Center (TFAC) 3717 Murphy School Rd., Durham, NC 27705 Cost: $60 for members, $80 for non-members Maximum class size: 8 |
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Enjoy the ease and comfort of weaving Saori-style! This “no rules” style of weaving allows for designing in the reed, meaning you will create without a plan and design as you go – freestyle! Focus on color, texture, spontaneity and experimentation, resulting in a completely unique scarf. Techniques will include: looping, alternative selvedges, interlocking weft, floats, inlay, knots, inserts, characteristics of specific yarns, and windows.
Pre-requisites for the class: Ability to warp a loom independently, unless renting a pre-warped loom from the instructor.
Student should bring: Please bring scissors, tapestry needle, and your warped loom* with plenty of weft yarn for your project. This is your project, so sett and fiber are totally up to you. We will focus on weft techniques. Warp suggestion: holiday colors such as red, black, green or gold. No specific sett is required, but 8-15 epi works well, depending on your warp fiber (any fiber typed is fine) No specific warp width or length, 7-10 inches is just a recommendation.
A sharing basket will be provided for bits and pieces of “treasures” if you would like to contribute some interesting bits of special yarns for pops of color along the way
*Limited number of unwarped looms available from TW at no charge. Pre-warped Saori and Cricket looms available for rent from instructor ($15 Cricket, $25 Saori). Please reserve.
This class is now closed.
Pre-requisites for the class: Ability to warp a loom independently, unless renting a pre-warped loom from the instructor.
Student should bring: Please bring scissors, tapestry needle, and your warped loom* with plenty of weft yarn for your project. This is your project, so sett and fiber are totally up to you. We will focus on weft techniques. Warp suggestion: holiday colors such as red, black, green or gold. No specific sett is required, but 8-15 epi works well, depending on your warp fiber (any fiber typed is fine) No specific warp width or length, 7-10 inches is just a recommendation.
A sharing basket will be provided for bits and pieces of “treasures” if you would like to contribute some interesting bits of special yarns for pops of color along the way
*Limited number of unwarped looms available from TW at no charge. Pre-warped Saori and Cricket looms available for rent from instructor ($15 Cricket, $25 Saori). Please reserve.
This class is now closed.
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Over and Under: A Weaver's Beginning
Friday- Sunday, November 30 to December 2, 2018, 2 1/2 days Friday 3 pm - 7 pm, Saturday 9 am - 5 pm & Sunday 9 am - 5 pm Instructor: Leslie Fesperman Where: Triangle Fiber Arts Center (TFAC) 3717 Murphy School Rd., Durham, NC 27705 Cost: $200 for members, $240 for non-members plus a materials fee of $25 paid to instructor Maximum class size: 5 Registration deadline: November 23, 2018 |
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With the intention of functioning as an “on ramp” to the craft of weaving, this introductory course will offer students the foundation to start their journey into the world of weaving. This fast-paced weekend course will cover basic terminology, dressing the loom, reading a draft and planning a project. This weekend will end with a rayon scarf the student has woven, starting with a cone of yarn and ending with a rayon scarf.
Prerequisites: No weaving experience necessary
Students should bring a notebook, pencil/pen, ear plugs if you need to work quietly.
TFAC/Teacher will provider 4-harness direct tie-up floor looms and reeds, yarn for scarf ($25 materials fee to be paid to the teacher)
This class is now closed.
Prerequisites: No weaving experience necessary
Students should bring a notebook, pencil/pen, ear plugs if you need to work quietly.
TFAC/Teacher will provider 4-harness direct tie-up floor looms and reeds, yarn for scarf ($25 materials fee to be paid to the teacher)
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Beginning Weaving 101
Saturday February 2, 2019, 9 am - 5 pm (bring lunch) plus 4 additional sessions, 9 am - 1 pm: Sunday, February 3, Saturday and Sunday February 9-10, and Saturday February 16 Instructor: Pattie Lamb Where: Triangle Fiber Arts Center (TFAC) 3717 Murphy School Rd., Durham, NC 27705 Cost: $240 member, $280 non-member, plus a $20 materials fee Registration Deadline: January 15, 2019 Class size: 6 student limit Materials: The guild will provide 4-shaft looms with 5/2 cotton yarns |
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This class is perfect for the student with little or no prior weaving experience. We will be weaving a set of small cotton mats that can be used as mug mats or saved as samples in a notebook for future reference. You will learn to plan your project, decipher a threading draft, measure and wind a warp, dress the loom from back to front, and weave a set of from 4 to 6 mats - each with a different treadling pattern of your choosing.
For the student who completes the first project quickly and is able to spend some independent time weaving during the TFAC drop in hours on Tuesday and Saturday afternoons, there may be an opportunity to put on a second warp with a different threading for a wall hanging sampler or more mats. This would be a great way to reinforce what you learned during the first half of the class. Participants should bring: pencil and paper and their favorite shuttle if they have one (not required). Please bring a lunch for the first meeting date (Saturday, February 2nd). This class is now full. |
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Wedge Weave Fundamentals with Connie Lippert
Friday to Sunday, March 1 – 3, 2019, 9 am - 4 pm Instructor: Connie Lippert Where: Triangle Fiber Arts Center (TFAC) 3717 Murphy School Rd., Durham, NC 27705 Cost: $275 for members, $315 for non-members plus a materials fee of $5 for handout and materials for a small sample loom. Maximum class size: 15 Registration deadline: February 25, 2019 Experience Level : Adventuresome beginner through advanced. Novices with a warped loom welcome. In contrast to most weaves that are woven in a plane horizontal to the loom, wedge weave is woven on the diagonal. This results in a weft-faced weaving with many distinctive characteristics and exciting design potential. Work on your own pre-warped loom to explore wedge weaving through hands-on experience, as well as with detailed handouts and images. Can be woven on a floor loom, table loom or tapestry loom. Connie Lippert is a nationally known weaver, artist and instructor. Visit her website at connielippertart.com Participants will provide:
The guild will have looms available to loan on a first come, first served basis while available. Warp yarn is also available at no charge upon request. This workshop is now closed. |
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Introduction to Inkle Weaving
Saturday, March 9, 2019, 9:30 AM – 12:30 PM Instructor: Barbara Koch Where: Triangle Fiber Arts Center (TFAC) 3717 Murphy School Rd., Durham, NC 27705 Cost: $30 for members, $45 for non-members Maximum class size: 7 Registration deadline: March 4, 2019 This class will introduce participants to the types of inkle looms and the bands which can be woven on them. You will have an opportunity to explore patterns as presented in a variety of reference materials, including books available in the Guild library. You will make string heddles to be used on the looms, put on a warp, and weave. Materials to be provided by participants: Please bring an inkle loom if you have one; looms will be provided for those who do not. You also may want to bring a 5”-7” belt or stick shuttle if you have one, along with paper and pencil for taking notes. Bring a snack or lunch if you like; hot drinks will be available. TFAC will provide yarn for all participants. TFAC also has stick shuttles and other supplies as needed for the class. TFAC will be open for Drop-In for the afternoon so you can stay and weave if you wish. Guild looms may be taken home for up to 2 weeks to finish your weaving. Non-members who borrow a loom must provide a refundable deposit of $50 in cash or check payable to Triangle Weavers Guild due at the class; deposit will be returned upon return of loom. This class is now closed. |
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Over and Under: Weaving Basics
Friday - Sunday, March 29 - 31, 2019, 2 1/2 days Friday 3 pm - 7 pm, Saturday 9 am - 5 pm & Sunday 9 am - 5 pm Instructor: Leslie Fesperman Where: Triangle Fiber Arts Center (TFAC) 3717 Murphy School Rd., Durham, NC 27705 Cost: $200 for members, $240 for non-members plus a materials fee of $25 paid to instructor Maximum class size: 5 Registration deadline: March 20, 2019 With the intention of functioning as an ‘on ramp’ to the craft of weaving, this introductory course offers new students the opportunity to begin their study. Through weaving a rayon scarf, the beginning weaver will be introduced to the four-harness loom while learning vital weaving skills including reading a draft, planning projects, preparing the loom, and weaving. Materials provided by teacher/TFAC: Four harness loom and accessories (shuttles, bobbins, sley and reed hooks, etc.) and yarn for scarf ($25 materials fee paid to instructor) Student should bring: Notebook/sketchbook; pencils, pen, highlighter. Bring your lunch on Saturday and Sunday and snacks if you like; hot drinks will be available. This class is now closed. |
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Make a Felted Hat or Bag
Saturday, April 6, 1:00 - 4:00 pm Instructor: Virginia Carson Where: Triangle Fiber Arts Center (TFAC) 3717 Murphy School Rd., Durham, NC 27705 Cost: $30 for members, $45 for non-members plus $5 materials fee Maximum class size: 6 Registration deadline: March 23, 2019 This class will felt with a resist to create a hat or bag. Thin shingles of wool fleece will be layered (for strength) and melded together through warm water and agitation. The final layer can be adorned with other yarns, sparkly thin materials, thin fabric, or curly locks of fleece. Class will use a plastic resist to create the interior space. Once the fleece is firmly felted, the resist is removed, and the two layers are opened into the desired shape. All will be revealed!
The $5 materials fee covers wool and design materials. No experience needed. Participants should bring old towels, any fleece you want to use, and ideas, drawings, or pictures of felt hats that you want to produce. Instructor will bring a selection of adornment materials but bring any special materials you wish to include. This class is now closed. |
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