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Classes and Workshops 2024-2025

C2024-09 Last Beginning Floor Loom until 2025. Beginning Floor Loom Weaving/Weave a scarf with Kelly Walsh: PDF
C2024-09 Inspired to Weave with Helen Bower Jones: PDF
C2024-08 Beginning Rigid heddle: Kitchen Towels with Kelly Walsh: PDF
C2024-07 Beginning Floor Loom Weaving/ Weave a Scarf with Kelly Walsh: PDF

Classes and Workshops 2023-2024

C2024-06 Beginning Rigid Heddle: Kitchen Towels with Kelly Walsh: PDF
C2024-06 Weekday Beginning Sewing with Handwovens: Zippered Pouch with Kelly Walsh: PDF
C2024-05 Twined Mighty Mini Basket Class with Paula Baumann: PDF
C2024-05 Beginning Floor Loom Weaving: Weave a scarf! With Kelly Walsh: PDF
C2024-04 Doubleweave Overshot on a Floor Loom: A "Next Step" Weaving Class, with Pattie Lamb: PDF
C2024-04 Spindle Spinning for Beginners with Jane Bynum: PDF
W2024-03 Revelations in Rep Weave with Kelly Marshall: PDF
C2024-02 Beginning Floor Loom Weaving 101 with Pattie Lamb: PDF
C2024-02 Beginning Sewing with Handwoven: Zippered Pouch with Kelly Walsh: PDF
C2024-02 Introduction to Inkle Weaving with Barbara Koch: PDF
C2024-01 Beginning Rigid Heddle: Kitchen Towels with Kelly Walsh: PDF
C2024-01 Beginning Floor Loom Weaving 101 with Pattie Lamb: PDF
C2023-10 Twined Mighty Mini Basket Class with Paula Baumann: PDF
W2023-09 Split-shed Weaving Workshop: Multiple structures using a straight threading

with Deborah Silver: PDF

C2023-08 Beginning Color Class with Rose Warner: PDF
C2023-08 Next Steps Weaving: Overshot as Inlay with Kelly Walsh: PDF
C2023-08 Beginning Floor Loom Weaving: Weekday Scarf with Kelly Walsh: PDF
C2023-07 Traditional Shibori Techniques with Kelli Crispin: PDF
C2023-07 Beginning Rigid Heddle: Kitchen Towels with Kelly Walsh: PDF
C2023-07 Wet Felting for Beginners: Make a Hat or a Bag, with Virginia Carson: PDF

Classes and Workshops 2022-2023

C2023-06 Taste of Tapestry with Mary Kircher: PDF
W2023-06 Weaving with Wire, Via Zoom, with Christine Miller: PDF
C2023-06 Beginning Weaving 101 with Pattie Lamb: PDF
C2023-05 Beginning Sewing with Handwovens-Zippered Pouch with Kelly Walsh: PDF
C2023-05 Dynamite Dyed Warps with Mary Kircher: PDF
C2023-05 Intro to Inkle Weaving with Barbara Koch: PDF
W2023-03 Exploring 4-Shaft Overshot Sampler, Via Zoom, with Susan Conover: PDF
C2023-03 Next Step Twill Scarf Class with Pattie Lamb: PDF
C2023-03 Beginning Floor Loom Weaving: Weekend Scarf with Kelly Walsh: PDF
C2023-02 Beginning Rigid Heddle: Kitchen Towels with Kelly Walsh: PDF
C2023-02 Beginning Color Class with Rose Warner: PDF
C2023-01 Beginning Weaving 101 with Pattie Lamb: PDF

Classes and Workshops 2021-2022

Beginning Sewing with Handwovens – Zippered Pouch

When: Saturday, July 16, 2022, 9 am - 3 pm
Instructor: Kelly Walsh
Where: In person!
Triangle Fiber Arts Center (TFAC)
              3717 Murphy School Rd., Durham, NC 27705
        Face masks and proof of vaccination will be required of all participants.
Cost: $60 for members, $80 for non-members
plus a materials fee of $10 paid to instructor for fusible interfacing
& a zipper for 1 pouch. For additional pouches, more materials available for purchase
from the instructor.
Maximum class size: 8 students
Registration deadline: July 2, 2022
Cancellation deadline: June 18, 2022

In this one-day class students will learn some basic tips and tricks of sewing with handwoven fabric! They will construct a zippered pouch perfect for use as a pencil carrier or makeup bag out of their very own handwoven fabric. Students will learn the basics of how to use a sewing machine, how to measure fabric and apply interfacing, how to insert a lining and install a zipper. No previous sewing experience is necessary, but students must bring their own sewing machine and zipper foot.

Pre-requisites for Participants:

No sewing experience required
All students must wear a face mask.
Student should bring: Sewing machine with zipper foot. Two pieces of handwoven fabric approx. 10” x 7”, two pieces of commercial fabric to be used as lining the same size as handwoven fabric, matching thread, sharp scissors, pins. Bring additional handwoven fabric if you want to make more than one pouch.

The guild has one sewing machine that would be available for someone to use. Please indicate on your registration form if you would like to use the Guild Sewing Machine for this class.

Beginning Floor Loom Weaving: Weekend Scarf

When: Friday - Sunday, June 3-5, 2022, 9 am - 5 pm each day
Instructor:  Kelly Walsh
Where: In person!
Triangle Fiber Arts Center (TFAC)
              3717 Murphy School Rd., Durham, NC 27705
        Face masks and proof of vaccination will be required of all participants.
Cost: $240 for members, $280 for non-members
plus a materials fee of $25 paid to instructor for rayon bouclé
          for scarf and handout
Maximum class size: 6 students
Registration deadline:  May 20, 2022
Cancellation deadline: May 6, 2022

During this 24-hour class spread between 3 weekend days, students will learn how to weave their very own scarf out of rayon bouclé yarn. They will learn how to plan a weaving project, and read a simple weaving draft. After designing their own scarf and measuring the yarn for it, students will be taught how to warp a loom using the “front to back” method. After weaving their scarf, they will learn a variety of finishing techniques, knotting and twisting fringe. No previous experience is necessary, and all materials are provided.

Pre-requisites for Participants:

No weaving experience required
All students must wear a face mask.
Bring pencil and paper for taking notes.

Traditional Shibori Techniques

When: Saturday, May 21, 2022, 10am - 3pm
Instructor: Kelli Crispin
Where: In person! Class will be indoors and outdoors.
Triangle Fiber Arts Center (TFAC)
3717 Murphy School Rd., Durham, NC 27705
Face masks required while indoors and proof of vaccination will be required of all participants.

Cost: $50 for members, $70 for non-members
plus a $20-$30 material fee, payable to the instructor.
Covers fabrics, scarves, and indigo dye.
Maximum class size: 8 students
Registration deadline: May 7, 2022
Cancellation deadline: April 21, 2022

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 fabric in an indigo vat.

All levels of experience are welcome.

Participant requirements: Participants may bring your own fabric and wearable items made from plant fibers (cotton, linen, hemp, rayon), silk, or wool (finger 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 cloths and shoes that you don’t mind getting dye on, and bring a lunch.

Beginning Rigid Heddle: Kitchen Towels

When: Saturday & Sunday, April 16 & 17, 2022, 9am to 5pm each day
Instructor: Kelly Walsh
Where: In person!
Triangle Fiber Arts Center (TFAC)
              3717 Murphy School Rd., Durham, NC 27705
  Face masks and proof of vaccination will be required of all participants.
Cost: $160 for members, $200 for non-members
plus a materials fee of $18 paid to instructor for materials and handout
Registration deadline: April 2, 2022
Cancellation date: March 19, 2022
Maximum class size: 6 students

Over two days, students will learn how to weave their very own kitchen towels on a rigid heddle loom, choose appropriate yarns, and warp their loom. After designing their own kitchen towels, students will be guided in tips and tricks to make rigid heddle weaving successful, as well as a few hand manipulation techniques to add interest and variety to rigid heddle weaving.

Pre-requisites for Participants:

No weaving experience required
Students must bring a rigid heddle loom along with warping pegs to this class.
The guild does NOT have warping pegs. They can be purchased on Etsy from $9 to $20.
The guild has a limited number of rigid heddle looms available on a first come first served basis. If you need to borrow a guild loom, indicate that on the registration form. Looms may be taken home for up to 2 weeks after class. Non-members who borrow a loom must provide a refundable deposit of $50 in cash or check due at the class; deposit will be returned upon the return of the loom.
All students must wear a face mask

Introduction to Inkle Weaving

When:
3 sessions - indicate your preference on the registration form:

Session 1: Saturday February 19, 2022 9:00-12:00 (Snow day February 26) This session is now closed!
Session 2: Saturday March 19, 2022 9:00-12:00 This session is now closed!
Session 3: Saturday April 2, 2022 9:00-12:00 Taking a waitlist

Instructor: Barbara Koch
Where: Triangle Fiber Arts Center (TFAC)
3717 Murphy School Rd., Durham, NC 27705
Face masks and proof of vaccination will be required of all participants.
Cost for each class:
$30 for members, $45 for non-members
Level: This class is designed for all experience levels
Maximum class size: 7 students
Registration deadline: 2/5 for Session 1, 3/5 for Session 2, 3/5 for Session 3
Cancellation deadline: 1/15 for Session 1, 2/19 for Session 2, 3/2 for Session 3

This class will introduce participants to the types of inkle looms and the bands which can be woven in them. You will have the 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.

TFAC will be open for Drop-In for the afternoon so you can stay 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 the loom.

Participant Requirements:

No experience required
Please bring an inkle loom and a 5’-7’ belt or stick shuttle if you have them. Looms & stick shuttles will be provided for those who do not have them. Yarn will be provided for all participants.
Bring a snack or lunch if you like; hot drinks will be available.

Double Rainbow with Jennifer Moore, In-person, 3 day workshop
When: Friday-Sunday, March 25-27, 2022 9 am - 4 pm each day
Instructor:  Jennifer Moore
Where: In person in the Auditorium
Triangle Fiber Arts Center (TFAC)
3717 Murphy School Rd., Durham, NC 27705
        Face masks and proof of vaccination will be required of all participants.
Cost: $285 for members, $325 for non-members
Maximum class size: 15 students
Registration deadline:  February 25, 2022
Cancellation deadline: February 10, 2022

2 Layers, 4 or 8 Shafts, 6 Colors – Endless possibilities! This is perhaps the ultimate color sampler! You will begin by winding a warp and setting up your loom according to Jennifer’s system for working with multiple colors in a rotational sequence and bringing it to the workshop.
A basic two-layered structure will enable you to mix and match our colors, creating an amazing array of color mixtures. As you weave and your warp colors move past each other you will experience a visual feast of iridescence and moire patterns.
We will also experiment with single-layered structures such as warp rep and warp-faced twills and the effects that they create on this versatile warp. Those set up for two blocks on eight shafts will also be able explore an unlimited range of block combinations.
The workshop includes a comprehensive lecture on block doubleweave that will give you the tools to create your own block designs in doubleweave for as many shafts as you have. This sampler will provide a remarkable education in color theory and how optical mixtures work in weaving, as well as a great source of inspiration for future weaving projects.

Handouts include links to videos showing how to wind your warp and set up your loom.

Pre-requisites for Participants:

No previous experience with Double Weave is necessary.
This workshop is not appropriate for beginning weavers.
It is expected that students have independently warped and woven multiple structures on either a 4 or 8 Harness floor or table loom.
4H or 8H floor or table loom is required and needs to be warped according to the instructions prior to the workshop.
There are a limited number of guild looms that will be available.

4 shaft sampler

8-shaft sampler

Taste of Tapestry: An Introduction to Basic Tapestry Technique

2 Separate Sections: You can sign up for only one

3 Sundays, February 6, 13 & 20, 12:00-3:00 pm OR
3 Wednesdays, February 9, 16 & 23, 12:00-3:00 pm

Instructor: Mary Kircher
Where: In person!
Triangle Fiber Arts Center (TFAC)
              3717 Murphy School Rd., Durham, NC 27705
        Face masks and proof of vaccination will be required of all participants.
Cost: $90 for members, $110 for non-members
plus a materials fee of $5 paid to instructor for warp & handouts
Maximum class size: 8 students for each session
Registration deadline: Jan. 24, 2022
Cancellation deadline:  Jan. 17, 2022

This class will provide a foundation for tapestry weaving on a tapestry loom or basic frame loom. We will make a sampler utilizing traditional tapestry techniques, learn how to use a cartoon and learn how to finish the piece. As time allows, eccentric weaving, twining and collage will be included.

Materials provided by teacher/TFAC: TFAC will provide weft yarn and tape measures or rulers, scissors and other supplies as needed for the class.

Student should bring: Please bring a tapestry or frame loom if you have one. Mary can provide instructions to any participants who need to make their own frame loom from stretcher bars. They are very easy to build and inexpensive.

Basics of Feltmaking

Date: Saturday, Feb. 12, 2022; 10am – 5pm (1 hr. lunch)
Instructor: Cynthia Mollenkopf
Where: In person!
Triangle Fiber Arts Center (TFAC)
3717 Murphy School Rd., Durham, NC 27705
Cost: $70 for members, $90 for non-members
plus a materials fee of $15 payable to the instructor in class Instructor who will
supply wool, embellishments, tools to use during class, resource lists
Registration deadline: January 28, 2022
Cancellation deadline: January 15, 2022
Maximum class size: 12 students

Feltmaking is an ancient art form used for both the creation of wearables as well as artistic self-expression. Learn about the art of feltmaking and create your own beautiful 2 & 3 dimensional items from wool including a small abstract wall hanging.
We will discuss the history of feltmaking, how to make quality felt, choosing the right wool for the project, preparation, combining needle and wet felting, and post production embellishment. This is an in-depth, hands-on, exploration of feltmaking providing the building blocks to take feltmaking in any direction you choose. Great class for those with little or no experience, and for those who have been experimenting with this medium without any in-person guidance.

Pre-requisites for Participants:

No previous experience necessary
Students should bring 1 large towel, 1 hand towel, and a plastic bag to bring home wet items.

Beginning Weaving 101

When:
2 sessions - indicate your preference on the registration form:
Session 1:  Saturday January 15, 2022, 9 am - 5 pm (bring lunch)
plus 4 additional half-day sessions, 9 am - 1 pm:
Sunday Jan 16, Saturday and Sunday Jan 22 & 23, and Saturday Jan 29
Session 2:  Saturday February 5, 2022, 9 am - 5 pm (bring lunch)
plus 3 additional sessions: Sunday Feb 6, 9a-1 p, Saturday, Feb 12, 9a-5p,
  and Sunday Feb 13, 9a-1p
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: Jan 1, 2022 for Session 1, January 22, 2022 for Session 2
Cancellation deadline: Dec 15, 2021
Maximum class size: 6 students
Materials: The guild will provide 4-shaft looms with 5/2 cotton yarns

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.

Instructor is vaccinated. All participants should be vaccinated and wear a mask. Thank you!

Finnish Style Runner/Cotton Rug Techniques:
A Workshop with Wynne Mattila
Now taking a wait list
When: Friday-Sunday, October 29, 30 & 31, 9 am - 4 pm each day
Cancellation date: September 30
Instructor: Wynne Mattila
Where: Triangle Fiber Arts Center (TFAC)
3717 Murphy School Rd., Durham, NC 27705
Cost: $370 for members, $410 for non-members
This includes the $20 materials fee for the handout that will be emailed to you.
Maximum class size: 10 students

Participants will weave a table runner 15 inches wide by 40 inches long, using the alternating 3-shuttle technique. You will use cotton fabric weft and Finnish 15-ply seine twine warp. Color, design, and craftsmanship will be emphasized. Techniques specific to rug weaving will be taught in this workshop. Topics include lashing on, cutting fabric in one continuous strip, tension, using a temple, floating selvedges, end finishes and more. Floor looms will be warped in plain weave and sett at 5 epi in a 10 dent reed.

Pre-requisites for Participants: Advanced Beginner/Intermediate. Ability to wind a warp, read a draft and warp a floor loom.

Must have a Baby Wolf loom (or equivalent), 2 shaft minimum, and a 10-dent reed. NOTE: looms need to have a friction brake system that is in good working order and can hold high tension. A newer wolf pup should be fine.
The detailed materials list & a description of the Handouts are outlined in this PDF file.
There are a limited number of guild looms available, as well as some 10 dent reeds.

Wynne Mattila wove her first rug in 1985 at the Weavers Guild of Minnesota and before it was finished, she knew she was a rug weaver for life. Wynne’s goal is always to use color to its full potential to create a beautiful rug. Wynne has been teaching rug weaving for 20 years, focusing on good rug weaving techniques and the creative use of color. Wynne is writing a book, “Warming the Room with Color—Weaving Finnish-Style Cotton Rugs,” in which she shares her passion for rugs and describes her artistic and weaving processes.

This was originally scheduled for March, 2020 and had to be cancelled due to the pandemic. The spaces were promised to those who previously registered.

Weave a Scarf: A Next Step Class
ONLINE Class with Pattie Lamb

When: 8 Hours of Online Lecture

Sunday, September 12, 9 am - 12 pm
Saturday, October 2, 9 am -11-ish
Saturday, October 16, 9 am - 11-ish AND 3-4 pm
Saturday, October 23, 9 am -11-ish

Instructor: Pattie Lamb
Where: Online via Zoom!
Cost: $100 members, $140 non-members
Registration deadline: August 29, 2021
Cancellation deadline: August 20, 2021
Maximum class size: 8 students

In this class you will have the opportunity to weave a scarf and some samples in either a 4-harness mixed twill or an 8-harness turned twill pattern. This will be a good refresher for planning your project, measuring your warp, and setting up your loom independently with “virtual” support as needed from the instructor. During class we will cover different treadling methods, tips for becoming friends with your loom, managing selvedges, weaving, finishing your projects, and more.

Prior to class, students will receive handouts with drafts so they have a chance to look them over. Handouts will include sources for shopping for their yarn.

Examples of 2 scarves woven on 8 harnesses with 4 colors in the warp

Prerequisites for participants: Must be able to warp your loom independently

Additional requirements:

4 or 8 shaft loom
12-dent reed (8 or 10-dent reed can be substituted)
Warp and weft yarns: 8/2 tencel in 3 to 4 colors. (8/2 bamboo or cotton can be substituted)
Raddle if planning to warp back to front
Must have Zoom downloaded onto your computer or mobile device and know how to use it.

Warp Painting/Dye Day
In-Person class with Mary Kircher

When: 2 One-day Sessions:

Friday, September 24, 2021, 9:30 am - 5 pm

...OR...

Saturday, September 25, 2021, 9:30 am - 5 pm

Instructor: Mary Kircher
Where: Triangle Fiber Arts Center (TFAC)
3717 Murphy School Rd., Durham, NC 27705
        Face masks and proof of vaccination will be required of all participants.
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 students
Registration deadline: September 13, 2021
Cancellation deadline: August 30, 2021

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.

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.
Plan to bring your lunch or a snack if you like. Hot drinks will be available at TFAC.

Beginning Weaving: Weekend Scarf
In-Person class with Kelly Walsh

When: Friday-Sunday, September 24-26, 2021, 9 am - 5 pm each day
Instructor: Kelly Walsh
Where: In person!
Triangle Fiber Arts Center (TFAC)
              3717 Murphy School Rd., Durham, NC 27705
  Face masks and proof of vaccination will be required of all participants.
Cost: $240 for members, $280 for non-members
plus a materials fee of $25 paid to instructor for yarn for scarf and handout
Registration deadline: September 10, 2021
Cancellation date: August 25, 2021
Maximum class size: 6 students

No weaving experience required
All students must wear a face mask.
Bring pencil and paper for taking notes.

Mixing Colors and Fibers with Deflected Doubleweave
ONLINE Workshop with Natalie Drummond
2 sessions: August or September 2021

When: 13 Hours of Online Lecture
August Session:

Saturday, August 28, 9 am - 4 pm EST (New Dates!)
Sunday, September 5 , 10 am - 4 pm EST
Pre-Workshop Zoom Thursday, July 15th at 7 pm (New time!!)

....OR...
September Session:

Saturday, September 11, 9 am - 4 pm EST
Sunday, September 12, 10 am - 4 pm EST
Pre-Workshop Zoom Thursday, August 12 at 7 pm

Instructor: Natalie Drummond
Where: Online!
Cost: $130 members, $170 non-members
Registration deadline: July 21, 2021 (August Session)
August 12, 2021 (September Session)
Maximum class size: 10 students

Like traditional double weave, this weave structure is woven in two layers. However, there are sections where the two layers are combined, or interlaced. In the sections with separate layers, there are both warp and weft floats, allowing the threads to slide and bend (i.e., deflect), when the fabric is off the loom and wet-finished. The deflections can produce waves and circles, leading to endless design possibilities!

In this Deflected Double Weave workshop, you will weave samples to explore the use of different fibers and setts, including selvedge and finishing techniques used in deflected double Weave. Afterwards you will be able to use what you have learned to weave a scarf, if you choose, with the remainder of your warp.

On day 1, Weave deflected double weave samples on your pre-warped 8-shaft loom using various fibers and setts. Explore selvedge methods “where the shuttle meets the shed” for beautiful finishing. Discuss various finishing methods with and without agitation. Cut samples off loom and hand wash samples prior to Day 2

On Day 2, we will discuss and compare hand washed samples-movement/deflection v. differential shrinkage. Explore a simple treadle OR tie-up change to weave your own scarf with the remainder of your warp(or sample).

Drafts with Material List provided via e-mail (2 drafts)
Pre-Workshop Zoom Question and Answer - one month prior, but after receiving drafts

To learn more about Natalie Drummond and to view more of her work, visit her website: https://www.nataliewoven.com/about

Pre-requisites for Participants:

Advanced Beginner to Advanced
Must be able to read and follow a weaving draft, be able to warp your 8 shaft loom, and be comfortable with 2 shuttle weaving.
You will need to download the Zoom app on a desktop, laptop, tablet, or smartphone before the workshop.
Photos of your work will be screen shared for discussion purposes and you must be able to send pictures to the studio assistant via email ahead of and during the workshop sessions.

Materials to be provided by participants:

8 shaft loom
2-4 shuttles,
Yarns on material list (18/2 zephyr, Tencel or bamboo),
SOAK for washing samples, and
Notebook/pen/pencil for draft and samples.

Classes and Workshops 2020-2021

Color and Design in Huck Lace Towels
ONLINE workshop with Rosalie Neilson

When: 3 days, 2 sessions/day

Friday, June 4, 2021: 12 noon- 2 pm & 4-5 pm EST
Saturday, June 5, 2021: 10:30am -12:30 pm & 4-5 pm EST

Note: AM time change. Afternoon session back to original time.

Saturday, June 12, 2021: 12 noon - 2 pm & 4-5 pm EST

Instructor: Rosalie Nielson
Where: Online!
Cost: $175 members, $215 non-members, includes the $25 materials fee for a coil-bound notebook with drafts and exercises, in addition to envelopes containing Design Pages, Transparent Overlays, and Huck Lace Template.
Registration deadline: May 3, 2021
Maximum class size: 20 students

The structure of Huck Lace provides a treasure trove of pattern for weavers. It is a shaft-efficient weave structure where an 8-shaft loom produces 6-block patterns; and a 4-shaft loom produces sixteen different ways to combine textures of warp & weft floats with plain weave.

Weavers will learn how “blocks” or units of huck lace are threaded on four and eight shafts, and how they can be combined to expand design possibilities. Discussions will focus on converting a profile draft into a threading and treadling draft, and how literally thousands of designs are created with a single threading draft by changing the tie-up.

The Towel Project uses 4 colors in the warp to create 3 different different sections of huck lace, separated by plain weave. Three options for towel width will be given with on-loom widths of 15 1/3", 16 1/4" or 22" depending on the size of your loom.

Drafts will be provided for both 4-harness and 8-harness looms. A six-yard warp yields five towels. To see examples of what weavers have done in the past: click here
To view a pdf for what will be covered in each Zoom session, click here.

Prerequisites for participants: Have some familiarity with the Huck Lace technique or another Lace structure and be comfortable warping your loom.

Additional requirements:

4 or 8 shaft loom
Warp and weft yarns (8/2 cotton in 4 colors)
Graph paper that is 4 squares to the inch (not 5 or 8)
Pencils & eraser and ruler or straight edge
Must have Zoom downloaded onto your computer

Natural Dyes Around the World

Date: May 8, 2021, 10 am to 1 pm
Rain date:  May 15, 2021, 10 am to 1 pm
Instructor: Jane Bynum
Where: In person!
Triangle Fiber Arts Center (TFAC)
              3717 Murphy School Rd., Durham, NC 27705
  Even though this class will be held outdoors, face masks will be
required of all participants.
Cost: $30 for members, $40 for non-members
plus a materials fee of $10 paid to instructor for mordant, distilled water and alcohol
Registration deadline: April 30, 2021
Maximum class size: 6 students

This class will be held outdoors. The class will be a hands-on dye session, with mordants for wool and cotton and dyes from Cochineal, Alkanet, and Osage Orange.

Pre-requisites for Participants:

Students must provide their own yarn. Skeins must be tied properly and should be 1 – 1.5 yards in circumference. The initial mordant pots will be adequate for about 4 oz. per person. Special arrangements may be made for larger quantities. Instructions for preparing skeins will be provided.
All students must wear a face mask.
Please do not register unless you are available to attend the original date and the rain date if necessary due to bad weather.

Natural Dyes – Color in the Kitchen

Date: May 8, 2021, 10 am to 1 pm Note date change!
Rain date:  May 15, 2021, 10 am to 1 pm
Instructor: Jane Bynum
Where: In person!
Triangle Fiber Arts Center (TFAC)
              3717 Murphy School Rd., Durham, NC 27705
  Even though this class will be held outdoors, face masks will be
required of all participants.
Cost: $30 for members, $40 for non-members
plus a materials fee of $5 paid to instructor for mordant, dye, and distilled water
Registration deadline: April 23, 2021
Maximum class size: 6 students

This class will be held outdoors. This will be a hands-on dye session, with mordants for wool and cotton and several dyes from food or food waste, including onion skins, turmeric, black beans, kidney beans, and tea. We can try avocado pits and skin if anyone is willing to collect them.

Pre-requisites for Participants:

Students must provide their own yarn, Skeins must be tied properly and should be 1 – 1.5 yards in circumference. The initial mordant pots will be adequate for about 4 oz. per person. Special arrangements may be made for larger quantities. Instructions for preparing skeins will be provided.
All students must wear a face mask.
Please do not register unless you are available to attend the original date and the rain date if necessary due to bad weather.

Weave a Scarf: A Next Step Class
ONLINE Class with Pattie Lamb

When: 4 days, 5 sessions

Saturday, April 17, 9 am - 12 pm
Saturday, May 8, 9 am -11-ish
Saturday, May 15, 9 am - 11-ish AND 3-4 pm
Saturday, May 22, 9 am -11-ish

Instructor: Pattie Lamb
Where: Online!
Cost: $100 members, $140 non-members
Registration deadline: April 3, 2021
Maximum class size: 8 students

In this class you will have the opportunity to weave a scarf and some samples in either a 4-harness mixed twill or an 8-harness turned twill pattern. This will be a good refresher for planning your project, measuring your warp, and setting up your loom independently with “virtual” support as needed from the instructor. During class we will cover different treadling methods, tips for becoming friends with your loom, managing selvedges, weaving, and finishing your projects, and more.

Prior to class, students will receive handouts with drafts so they have a chance to look them over. Handouts will include sources for shopping for their yarn.

Questions? Email Pattie at [email protected]

Prerequisites for participants: Must be able to warp your loom independently

Additional requirements:

4 or 8 shaft loom
12-dent reed (8 or 10-dent reed can be substituted)
Warp and weft yarns: 8/2 tencel in 3 to 4 colors. (8/2 bamboo or cotton can be substituted)
Raddle if planning to warp back to front
Must have Zoom downloaded onto your computer or mobile device and know how to use it.

Examples of 2 scarves woven on 8 harnesses with 4 colors in the warp

Color in Weaving with Deb Essen
A Virtual Workshop
April 10-11, 2021, 10 am - 4 pm

Instructor: Deb Essen
Where: Online!
Cost: $125 members, $150 non-members

Explore Color in Weaving! You have picked out some wonderful colors of yarn, they look fabulous on the cones next to each other, but then you start weaving and…oh, dear! What happened? This class explores “what happened”: how to successfully pick yarn and colors that will play well together with an introduction to color theory, how color value works in weaving and more. This class is open to rigid heddle, table loom and multi-shaft floor loom weavers.

Students will provide their own materials. You will pick an inspiration image or object and are encouraged to use yarn from your stash. Yarn and fiber size is up to the student. More detailed warping instructions will be emailed about a month before the workshop. Handouts will be emailed a few days before the workshop.

Day 1 – The day starts with everyone introducing themselves and showing the color inspiration and yarns selected. Then we move to lecture on Color Theory, Using a color wheel, the interactions of colors together, and a big section on Color Value and how it affects our weaving. This usually takes us to mid-afternoon. The day ends with everyone starting to weave on their samples.

Day 2 – The morning starts with questions/review of the previous day and then moves into talking about Proportion in design and color use. This usually takes us to lunch and then we break to finish weaving samples. We meet up mid-afternoon and everyone participates in Show and Tell of their samples with observations/analysis based on what we’ve learned.

Prerequisites & additional information:

Appropriate for beginning through advanced weavers, but you must be able to warp your loom independently
You will need to download the Zoom app on a desktop, laptop, tablet, or smartphone before the workshop.
Photos of your work will be screen shared for discussion purposes and you must be able to send pictures to the studio assistant via email ahead of and during the workshop sessions.
Optional Zoom dress rehearsal to be offered ahead of workshop for those who may desire more practice using Zoom.

Blog post from one of the Chattahoochee Handweavers Guild Workshop participants:
https://chgweavers.org/weaving-with-color-online-workshop-with-deb-essen/

One Warp, Many Structures
ONLINE Workshops with Denise Kovnat

When: 8 Hours of Online Lecture

Thursday, Oct 8: 9:30-10:30am, 1-2pm, 4-5pm
Thursday, Oct 15: 9:30-10:30am, 1-2pm, 4-5pm
Thursday, Oct 29: 9:30-10:30am, 1-2pm

Saturday, Jan 16: 9:30-10:30am, 1-2pm, 4-5pm
Saturday, Jan 23: 9:30-10:30am, 1-2pm, 4-5pm
Saturday, Jan 30: 9:30-10:30am, 1-2pm

Instructor: Denise Kovnat
Where: Online!
Cost: $100 members, $140 non-members
Registration deadline: August 21, 2020
Maximum class size: 12 students for each workshop

As Marian Stubenitsky has shown in Weaving With Echo and Iris, extended parallel threadings offer endless possibilities for weaving a variety of structures and designs. You'll begin this workshop with your loom dressed in a two-color warp threaded on opposites. (Drafts will be provided about 6 weeks beforehand.) Working with a variety of tie-ups and treadlings, you will weave a series of designs in Echo, Jin (turned taquete) and Shadow Weave. After cutting off and resleying your warp, you will weave Rep and Double Weave. The takeaway is a sampler of colorful patterns and a broader, deeper understanding of the potential for extended parallel threadings and how to design them

Sample by Denise Kovnat

Sample by Virginia Lee

Pre-requisites for Participants: Advanced Beginners and beyond. Must be able to dress your loom and read a draft.

You will need to download the Zoom app on a desktop, laptop, tablet, or smart phone before the workshop. A few days before, Denise will have a dress rehearsal of Zoom to make sure everyone is familiar with how it works.

You will need a warped loom (4 to 12 shafts) with at least 4 yards of warp, 400 ends, in two colors of 10/2 cotton. Other 10/2 cellulose fibers such as rayon, bamboo, or soy can also be used.

For wefts, you will need 20/2 cotton in at least 2 or 3 different colors and some 3/2 cotton or light-worsted weight yarn. Denise asks students to choose weft colors that are bold and maybe outside your comfort zone. Think orange, pink, olive green, brass, khaki, turquoise, purple, and fuchsia. The 20/2 cotton is available from Lone Star Loom Room under the name of “Venne” cotton. You will get a handout on choosing warp colors for a 2-colored warp.

Finnish Style Runner/Cotton Rug Techniques:
     A Workshop with Wynne Mattila

When: Friday-Sunday, November 13-15, 2020, 9 am - 4 pm each day

Instructor: Wynne Mattila
Where: Triangle Fiber Arts Center (TFAC)
              3717 Murphy School Rd., Durham, NC 27705
Cost: $350 for members, $390 for non-members
          plus a materials fee of $20 paid to instructor for handouts
Registration deadline: February 15, 2020
Maximum class size: 10 students

Participants will weave a table runner 15 inches wide by 40 inches long, using the alternating 3-shuttle technique. You will use cotton fabric weft and Finnish 15-ply seine twine warp. Color, design, and craftsmanship will be emphasized. Techniques specific to rug weaving will be taught in this workshop. Topics include lashing on, cutting fabric in one continuous strip, tension, using a temple, floating selvedges, end finishes and more. Floor looms will be warped in plain weave and sett at 5 epi in a 10 dent reed.

Pre-requisites for Participants: Advanced Beginner/Intermediate. Ability to wind a warp, read a draft and warp a floor loom.

Must have a Baby Wolf loom (or equivalent), 2 shaft minimum, and a 10-dent reed. NOTE: looms need to have a friction brake system that is in good working order and can hold high tension. A newer wolf pup should be fine.
The detailed materials list & a description of the Handouts are outlined in this PDF file.
There are a limited number of guild looms available, as well as some 10 dent reeds.

Wynne Mattila wove her first rug in 1985 at the Weavers Guild of Minnesota and before it was finished, she knew she was a rug weaver for life. Wynne’s goal is always to use color to its full potential to create a beautiful rug. Wynne has been teaching rug weaving for 20 years, focusing on good rug weaving techniques and the creative use of color. Wynne is writing a book, “Warming the Room with Color—Weaving Finnish-Style Cotton Rugs,” in which she shares her passion for rugs and describes her artistic and weaving processes.

This class has been cancelled due to the pandemic, but we hope to reschedule it later.

Beginning Weaving 101

When: Saturday October 17, 2020, 9 am - 5 pm (bring lunch)
plus 4 additional half-day sessions, 9 am - 1 pm:
Sunday Oct 18, Saturday and Sunday Oct 24 and 25, and Saturday Oct 31

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: Oct 2, 2020
Maximum class size: 6 students
Materials: The guild will provide 4-shaft looms with 5/2 cotton yarns

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, Oct 17).

This class has been cancelled due to the pandemic, but we hope to reschedule it later.

Two for the Price of One: Fall Basketry Class

When: Saturday, October 10, 2020 from 10am to 5pm

Instructor: Dawn Hummer
Where: Triangle Fiber Arts Center (TFAC)
3717 Murphy School Rd., Durham, NC 27705
Cost:  $70 member, $90 non-member,
   plus a $42 materials fee per kit for making one basket, students can order more than one
Registration deadline: September 25, 2020
Maximum class size: 8 students
Participants should bring: a regular size bucket for soaking reed, scissors, clothespins, tape measure, flathead screwdriver, and a towel. Please bring a lunch

Learn to weave two beautiful baskets in one day:

Hearthside Basket (a footed basket with hand-dyed reed and birch handles), a functional basket for your spinning, carding, knitting or fiber stash! (12"x9"x16")

Carolina Market Basket - a handled market basket suitable for other uses as well. (16" x 9" x 16")

This is a great class for a first-time basket weaver, as well as for those who would like to learn new weaving patterns to create a unique piece -- easy enough for beginners, or those with experience. Weave one or both baskets in the course of the day. A variety of techniques will be discussed: plain weave, upsetting, start and stop, twill, lashing and rimming. Students will choose a basket kit and begin by weaving a gridded base then weave up the sides with the stop-start method, continuing with hand-dyed colors and patterns of choice. The basket is finished with market or birch handles. Begin another of the same basket, or choose to expand upon the second basket offered. All  techniques are suitable for both baskets. You will leave with enough knowledge to finish additional baskets at home. Extra kits available for you to take and weave for holiday gifts.

This class has been cancelled due to the pandemic, but we hope to reschedule it later.

Tablet Weaving (Card Weaving) from Around the World
A Workshop with John Mullarkey

When: 2 Days, Saturday and Sunday, September 26-27, 2020, 9:30-4:30PM
Instructor: John Mullarkey
Where: Triangle Fiber Arts Center (TFAC)
3717 Murphy School Rd., Durham, NC 27705
Cost: $270 for members, $310 for non-members
plus a materials fee of $15 paid to instructor for 20 cards, 1 shuttle and written documentation
Registration deadline: August 17, 2020
Maximum class size: 8 students
Experience required: Beginner to Advanced. No previous weaving experience required

Tablet (card) weaving is truly an international art. We will study two different techniques from two different areas of the world and two different time periods. Kivrim, from Turkey, which gives us the popular Ram’s Horn design and is fairly contemporary; and Coptic Diamonds, from Egypt, from over 1000 years ago.

Plan to bring a lunch or snack if you like.

Materials to bring: Scissors, five balls or cones of 10/2 mercerized or unmercerized cotton or #10 crochet thread. Each ball should be at least ½ ounce. Three balls of one color, and the other two balls of two different, highly contrasting colors.

This class has been cancelled due to the pandemic, but we hope to reschedule it later.

Beginning Color

When: 8 Wednesdays, beginning August 26, 2020, 1-3 pm
(August 26; September 2,9,16,30; October 14,21; and November 4)

Instructor: Rose Warner
Where: Triangle Fiber Arts Center (TFAC)
3717 Murphy School Rd., Durham, NC 27705
Cost: $160 member, $200 non-member,
plus a $10 materials fee for handouts and boards for wraps
Registration deadline: August 19, 2020
Maximum class size: 8 students

This study of the properties of color and design will give weavers with the tools and confidence to choose the right threads for their handwovens. Class participants will experiment with a variety of color schemes (monochromatic, complementary, analogous, triads, etc.) and learn the importance of color value, tints, tones, shades and proportion. Class activities include reading, extensive color study homework, and 3 weaving assignments to be done at home between sessions. The class will meet at TFAC on 8 Wednesdays over 3 months from August 26 through November 4.

Participant Requirements:

Must be able to set up a loom and weave independently
Participants will have 3 weaving assignments to do at home between sessions, using their own floor or rigid heddle looms, threads and yarns.
Participants will purchase these books on their own before the class starts. Most get them on Amazon. 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.

Materials provided by TFAC: Yarn for homework assignments except for the weaving assignments.

Over and Under: Weaving Basics

When: Friday - Sunday, July 10-12, 2020, 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 for yarn
Maximum class size: 5 students
Registration deadline: June 12, 2020

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.

This class has been cancelled due to the pandemic, but we hope to reschedule it later.

Taste of Tapestry: An Introduction to Basic Tapestry Technique

When: 3 Sundays, June 7, 14, and 21, 2020, 12:00-3:00 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 for warp & handouts
Maximum class size: 8 students
Registration deadline: May 24, 2020

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.

Materials provided by teacher/TFAC: TFAC will provide weft yarn and tape measures or rulers, scissors and other supplies as needed for the class. Frame looms can be borrowed if student does not have one (see details below)

Student should bring: Please bring a tapestry or frame loom if you have one. 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.

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.

This class has been cancelled due to the pandemic, but we hope to reschedule it later.

Warp Painting/Dye Day

When: 2 One-day Sessions:

Friday June 5, 2020, 9:30 am - 5 pm
Saturday June 6, 2020, 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 students
Registration deadline: May 29, 2020

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.

Plan to bring your lunch or a snack if you like.

This class has been cancelled due to the pandemic, but we hope to reschedule it later.

Classes and Workshops 2019-2020

Basics of Feltmaking

When: Saturday, May 16th, 2020, 10am - 5pm

Instructor: Cynthia Mollenkopf
Where: Triangle Fiber Arts Center (TFAC)
3717 Murphy School Rd., Durham, NC 27705
Cost for each class:
$70 for members, $90 for non-members
plus $15 materials fee to cover supplies
Level: This is an introductory class
Maximum class size: 12 students
Registration deadline: May 1, 2020

Feltmaking is an ancient art form used for both the creation of wearables as well as artistic self- expression. Learn about the art of feltmaking and create your own beautiful 2 & 3 dimensional items from wool including a small abstract wall hanging.
We will discuss the history of feltmaking, how to make quality felt, choosing the right wool for the project, preparation, combining needle and wet felting, and post production embellishment. This is an in-depth, hands-on, exploration of feltmaking providing the building blocks to take feltmaking in any direction you choose. Great class for those with little or no experience, and for those who have been experimenting with this medium without any in-person guidance. Visit Cynthia's website: http://www.artifelts.com/

Participant Requirements: No experience necessary. Students should bring 1 large towel, 1 hand towel, and a plastic bag to bring home wet items. Plan to bring your lunch or a snack if you like.

This class has been cancelled due to the pandemic, but we hope to reschedule it later.

Beginning Weaving: Weekend Scarf

When: postponed until further notice

Instructor: Kelly Walsh
Where: Triangle Fiber Arts Center (TFAC)
3717 Murphy School Rd., Durham, NC 27705
Cost: $240 for members, $280 for non-members
plus a materials fee of $25 paid to instructor for yarn & handouts
Maximum class size: 6 students
Registration deadline: April 10, 2020

During 24 class hours spread over three weekend days, students will learn how to weave their very own scarf out of rayon bouclé yarn. They will learn how to plan a weaving project, and read a simple weaving draft. After designing their own scarf and measuring the yarn for it, students will be taught how to warp a loom using the "front to back" method. After weaving their scarf, they will learn a variety of finishing techniques including hemstitching, knotting and twisting fringe. No previous experience is necessary, and all materials are provided.

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: Pencil & paper for note taking and a lunch or snack.

Postponed until further notice

Beginning Sewing with Your Handwovens – Zip it Up

When: Saturday, February 29, 2020, 9 am - 5 pm

Instructor: Kelly Walsh
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 $10 paid to instructor for fusible interfacing & zipper
Maximum class size: 10 students
Registration deadline: February 3, 2020

In this one-day class students will learn some basic tips and tricks for sewing with handwoven fabric! They will construct a zippered pouch perfect for use as a pencil carrier or make up bag out of their very own handwoven fabric. Students will learn the basics of how to use a sewing machine, how to measure fabric and apply interfacing, how to insert a lining and install a zipper. No previous sewing experience is necessary, but students must bring their own sewing machine and zipper foot.

Student should bring: Sewing machine with zipper foot. Two pieces of handwoven fabric approx. 10” x 7”, two pieces of commercial fabric to use as lining the same size as handwoven fabric, matching thread, sharp scissors, pins. Bring additional handwoven fabric if you want to make more than one pouch (materials fee of $10 will be collected for each pouch you make).

The guild has one sewing machine that would be available for someone to use. Please indicate on your registration form if you would like to use the Guild Sewing Machine for this class.

Introduction to Inkle Weaving
Saturday, February 15, 2020, 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

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. If you need to borrow a loom, please indicate that on your Registration Form.  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.

The Tapestry Journal: An Exploration in Bookmaking and Tapestry
Wednesday afternoons, January 8, 15, 22, & 29, 2019, 1 - 4 pm

Instructor: Mary Kircher & Deb Suchoff
Where: Triangle Fiber Arts Center (TFAC)
3717 Murphy School Rd., Durham, NC 27705
Cost: $160 for members, $200 for non-members
plus a materials fee of $25 paid to instructor - details below
Maximum class size: 8
Registration deadline: December 23, 2019

Journaling can take many forms: sketchbook, diary, tapestry diary, and collage. In this class we do it all. Learn how to make a unique accordion style journal that is as versatile as your imagination. Then start filling the journal with small collage-based tapestry. Have a story or just like to experiment with technique and color. Join us for a creative “in-the-box” journal, “out-of-the box” experience.

The materials fee of $25 covers the Tapestry Journal Kit which includes: a reusable box which serves as a case for finished book, 3 5” laser-cut weaving cards, watercolor paper for 6 page journal, 2 tapestry needles and other supplies.

Students should bring:
A note will be sent to enrolled students before class. Students will be asked to bring the following if they already own them:

Self healing cutting mat
Bone folder (for book making)
Scissors
This is a collage class. At the second class, bring found objects, things that tell your story such as photos, ticket stubs, fortune cookie papers, feathers, sticks, any alternative weaving material, flat rocks, leaves, ephemera! requested materials list will be emailed to participants before the class begins.

Beginning Weaving 101
Saturday January 25, 2020, 9 am - 5 pm (bring lunch)
plus 4 additional half-day sessions, 9 am - 1 pm:
Sunday January 26, Saturday and Sunday Feb 1-2,
and Saturday February 8
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 10, 2020
Class size: 6 student limit
Materials: The guild will provide 4-shaft looms with 5/2 cotton yarns

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, January 25).

Beginning Color
8 Wednesdays, beginning August 28, 2019, 1-3 pm
(August 28; September 4, 11, 18; October 2, 9, 30; and November 13)
Instructor: Rose Warner
Where: Triangle Fiber Arts Center (TFAC)
3717 Murphy School Rd., Durham, NC 27705
Cost: $160 member, $200 non-member,
plus a $10 materials fee for handouts and boards for wraps
Registration Deadline: August 23, 2019
Class size: 8 student limit

Have you ever felt paralyzed when trying to decide what colors to use for your weaving project? This class will teach you about color and design theory and how to combine colors to build your confidence in making color choices that will produce beautiful woven goods. Class participants will experiment with a variety of color schemes (monochromatic, complementary, analogous, etc.) and learn the importance of color value, tints, and tones. Class activities will include reading, extensive color study homework, and 3 weaving assignments to be done at home between sessions. The class will meet at TFAC on 8 Wednesdays over 3 months from August 28 through November 13.

Participant Requirements:

Must be able to set up a loom and weave independently
Participants will have 3 weaving assignments to do at home between sessions, using their own floor or rigid heddle looms, threads and yarns.
Participants will purchase these books on their own before the class starts. Most get them on Amazon. 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.

Materials provided by TFAC: Supplemental yarn for yarn wraps and some weft yarns for sampling;

Get Your Warp On - A Beginning Weaving Intensive Study
Saturdays and Sundays, October 12-13, and 19-20, 2019, 9:30-2:30, Saturday, October 26, 9:30-2:30 and Sunday, November 3, 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 covers syllabus, photo CD, and yarn
Registration Deadline: October 7, 2019
Class size: 6 student limit

This class is designed for:

the beginning weaver
the weaver who has had a beginning class but wants more practice dressing a loom
the weaver who has not woven in quite a while and seeks a refresher on warping
the weaver who wants to learn back-to-front warping

Participants will make three projects:

A short sampler warp using 3/2 perle cotton for practicing good selvedges and good beat while learning plain weave and twill with a braided hem finishing technique.
A small embellished felted bag or electronics pouch. Quick and easy to make using bulky wool yarn with a very open sett and beat and felted finishing technique. Discussion of fiber qualities.
Small cotton hand towel using multicolor warp and weft. Participants will create your own color plan and twill/plain weave sequences and finish using a folded hem or hemstitching.

No prerequisites
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.

Spin to Weave, Add the Fancy, Delete the Fear:
A Workshop with Patsy Zawistoski
Tuesday & Wednesday, October 29-30, 2019, 9:00am – 4:00pm

Instructor: Patsy Zawistoski
Where: Triangle Fiber Arts Center (TFAC)
3717 Murphy School Rd., Durham, NC 27705
Cost: $225 member, $265 non-member,
plus a $40 materials fee covers all fibers (wool and mohair) for class work and
extra yarns to take home; plus weaving and spinning worksheets and booklets.
Registration Deadline: October 1, 2019
Class size: 16 student limit

Ready to spin and then weave with your own unique yarns? Don’t be intimidated about spinning warp any longer. Learn to spin different types of smooth and fancy textured warp yarns and I’ll help you understand why these yarns meet the requirements for warp. We’ll also spin fluffy weft yarns. Warping requires some calculations - I'll cover these and how to adapt them to your own situation. Next, we’ll do some wrappings and small weaving to sample warp ideas.

Students will choose a colorway: purple/blue, blue/green, green/yellow, yellow/orange, orange/red, or red/purple. Fibers and rovings in the student’s chosen color way will be provided.

Prerequisites: Intermediate spinners, who spin, ply and weave, but are ready to branch out into other styles of yarns.
Participants should bring:

A good working wheel
hand cards and/or hand combs
lazy kate and 3 bobbins for yarn construction
hole punch, small cards and baggies for labeling fibers and yarns
hand towel for wet finishing yarn
usual tools, oil, etc for their wheel
Optional – you may spin some smooth warp prior to workshop for Patsy to look at.
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 fancy textured warp and weft yarns.

Color Blending and Texture: A Workshop with Jan Friedman
Friday- Sunday, Sept 27-29, 2019, 9:00am – 4:00pm

Instructor: Jan Friedman
Where: Triangle Fiber Arts Center (TFAC)
3717 Murphy School Rd., Durham, NC 27705
Cost: $275 member, $315 non-member,
plus a $40 materials fee covers 1 bag of yarn gradations, silk
and fabric strips as well as a small bag of accent yarn
Registration Deadline: September 6, 2019
Class size: 16 student limit

This workshop will teach 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.
Check out Jan's website: www.janfriedmanfiber.com

Prerequisites: Some weaving experience; ability to warp a loom independently
Participants should bring:

A pre-warped floor, table or tapestry loom, threaded at 6 epi, straight draw, 10” wide, 2 yards long, using natural carpet warp or cotton seine twine (12/6 or 12/9) for warp. Weaving accessories used for weaving, e.g. shuttles, bobbins, beating forks, etc), loom bench.
Bring lunch and a snack. Hot drinks will be provided.

Note: There are a limited number of looms available for students to use on a first come first serve basis. Misc weaving tools are also available.

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

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.

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

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.

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.

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

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.

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.

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

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.

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

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.

Classes and Workshops 2018-2019

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

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.

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.

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

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:

Table or floor loom, 4H minimum, warped and ready to weave. Rigid Heddle or 2H floor looms suitable but will not be able to weave all of the samples.
Bring a temple if you have one - size for 10" weaving width.

The guild will have looms available to loan on a first come, first served basis while available.

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.

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.

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.

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:

Pre-warped floor, table or tapestry/frame loom. See pdf (click here) for detailed warping instructions.
6 – 1/8” dowels several inches longer than the width of warp (if using floor or table loom)
Heavy beating fork if working with 8/4 linen
Flat shuttles – 6 to 10” long
Scissors, including ones that can cut paper
Ruler, pencil, tapestry needles

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.

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

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).

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

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)

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

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.

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

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

Traditional Shibori Techniques
Sunday, October 14, 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: October 10, 2018

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.

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

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.

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

The class is designed for:

the beginning weaver
the weaver who has had a beginning class but wants more practice dressing a loom
the weaver who has not woven in quite a while and seeks a refresher on warping
the weaver who wants to learn back to front warping

The three projects are:

A short sampler warp using 3/2 perle cotton for practicing good selvedges, good beat, plain weave and 4 shaft twill with braided hem finishing technique
A small embellished felted bag or electronics pouch. Very quick and easy, using bulky wool yarn with a very open sett and beat. Felted finishing technique and discussion of fiber qualities.
Small cotton hand towel using multicolor warp and weft. Participants will create their own color plan and twill/plain weave sequences and finish using a folded hem or hemstitching.

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.

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

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

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.

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.

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.

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.

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

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.

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.

Classes and Workshops 2017-2018

Open Studio Dyeing with Natural Dyes
Saturday, June 9, 2018, 9 am – 1 pm
Note date change!

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

Fustic Dyed Yarn

Logwood Shibori Silk Scarf

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.

TWO Great Tom Knisely Workshops

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A Color and Weave Effects Workshop
Saturday & Sunday, April 28 & 29, 2018, 9 am to 4 pm

Instructor: Tom Knisely
Where: Triangle Fiber Arts Center (TFAC)
3717 Murphy School Rd., Durham, NC 27705
Cost: $175 for members, $215 for non-members

Maximum class size: 20
Registration deadline: April 14, 2018

You’ll experience the thrill of seeing how two or three contrasting colors, when carefully arranged in the warp and then woven in the weft direction, can create magnificent looking fabric on the simplest of threadings. On a 15” width warp, you will thread 5 different patterns in a sampler format, then during the workshop you will weave several different patterns in both plain weave and twill. You will be amazed at how simple contrasting color arrangements can affect a rather simple fabric. [Note – this will not be a color theory workshop.

Participants must be able to warp their own loom and must provide a loom warped to specifications provided to registrants. The guild has limited number of looms which will be assigned on a first-come basis. Most participants will need to supply their own loom.

Boundweave: The Weft-Faced Twill
Tuesday - Thursday, April 24, 25, 26, 2018, 9 am to 4 pm

Instructor: Tom Knisely
Where: Triangle Fiber Arts Center (TFAC)
3717 Murphy School Rd., Durham, NC 27705
Cost: $275 for members, $315 for non-members

Maximum class size: 20
Registration deadline: April 10, 2018

Weft-Faced Twill (also called Boundweave and Saddle Blanket weave) uses widely sett warps to allow weft fiber to slide down and cover the warp, creating a firm and thick textile perfect for wall hangings, table linens, and rugs. You will learn different ways to treadle this weave, starting with two colors, then four; then you will move on to design your own patterns. Using the same warp, you will have options to explore design both of the Southwest and Scandinavia.

Participants must be able to warp their own loom and must provide a pre-warped 4- shaft loom. (instructions will be sent to those registered). The guild has limited number of looms which will be assigned on a first-come basis. Most participants will need to supply their own loom.

Over and Under Part 1: Weaving Basics
Friday- Sunday, April 6-8, 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: March 30th, 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 four-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; Bring an open mind to learning new ideas and doing things differently. If you need to weave without noise distractions, bring ear plugs.

Spindle Spinning, the Next Steps
April 17, 2018 (Tuesday), 1 - 4 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 (fee for roving is included in the tuition)
Maximum class size: 6
Registration deadline: April 6, 2018

The class will cover different kinds of fiber and the different ways of preparing and spinning them. The focus will be on “woolen” and “worsted” drafting and many of their variations. A variety of spindle styles will be available for testing. Beginner spindles will be available to use in class if participants don’t have their own.

Experience required: This class is for spinners who can already spin a continuous yarn on a spindle of some type.

Participants should bring paper and pen for note taking. They should also bring their spindle (if they have one) and examples of yarn they have spun.

Learn How to Assemble a Ruana: A Demonstration
Wednesday, March 7, 11:00 am – 4 pm
Instructor: Randie Felts
Where: Triangle Fiber Arts Center (TFAC)
3717 Murphy School Rd., Durham, NC 27705
Cost: $50 for members, $70 for non-members
plus $20 for handouts, stabilizer, and pattern for neck hole
Maximum class size: 10
Registration deadline: March 4th, 2018

Want to weave a Ruana (a poncho-style wrap)? The instructor will demonstrate how to plan and assemble woven pieces into a Ruana. She will show how to sew a nice, sturdy seam; add stabilizer to the neck hole; and make a finished Damascus edging and a twisted fringe.

Participants should bring pencil or pen for taking notes; a battery-powered fringe twister if they already own one; and a lunch snack.

Focus on the Warp: Controlling Creative Chaos,
A Workshop with Kathrin Weber
February 23 – 25, 2018 (Friday, Saturday, Sunday)
9 am - 4:30 pm each day

Instructor: Kathrin Weber
Where: Triangle Fiber Arts Center (TFAC)
3717 Murphy School Rd., Durham, NC 27705
Cost: $300 for members, $340 for non-members
plus $72 materials fee for dyed warp and other materials
and handouts provided by the instructor
Level: Must be able to warp a loom and weave independently
Equipment: 4 or 8-shaft loom (some available on loan by guild)
Maximum class size: 10

This workshop teaches techniques that allow the weaver to be more playful and spontaneous in planning and weaving fabric while producing good, functional cloth. Beginning with multiple warps, hand-painted by Kathrin, participants will learn to flip and shift warp sections, and to work with warp chains of different weight, texture or fiber within a single project. Knowing how to do this with visual and technical proficiency not only adds the potential for added complexity in the finished woven piece, but it also allows you to use the materials you have in your yarn closet more fearlessly in future woven projects.  

Participants will work with color and weave effect in several plain weave configurations, then weave twills, repp and turned taquete on the same warp. No two warps or designs will be alike, so class members learn from one another. Weavers with more experience will be able to take their designs to more complex levels.

After signing up, each participant will receive a complete instruction sheet for preparing the “dummy” warp, to which the new, colorful warps will be tied during the workshop. Kathrin’s warps, from which you will choose, are hand-dyed cotton in a wide variety of colorways, hues and tones.. Participants will provide their own weft yarn (typically medium weight cotton in medium or black colors. Loom can be 4- or 8-shaft with straight draw threading. Please note: Floor looms are recommended. Table looms can be used if they are substantial looms that can accommodate a 5+ yard warp with a densely sett warp

Spindle Spinning for Beginners
February 10, 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: February 1, 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.

Over and Under Part 1: Weaving Basics
Friday- Sunday, February 2-4, 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: January 27, 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 four-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; Bring an open mind to learning new ideas and doing things differently. If you need to weave without noise distractions, bring ear plugs.

Beginning Weaving 101
Saturday January 6, 2018, 9 am - 5 pm (bring lunch)
plus 4 additional sessions, 9 am - 1 pm:
Sunday, January 7, Saturday and Sunday January 13-14,
and Saturday January 20

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: December 24, 2017
Class size: 6 student limit
Materials: The guild will provide 4-shaft looms with 5/2 cotton yarns

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, January 6th).

Printmaking with Thickened Dye
Saturday, December 2, 2017, 9 am to 2 pm
Note date change!

Instructor: Paula Baumann
Where: Triangle Fiber Arts Center (TFAC)
3717 Murphy School Rd., Durham, NC 27705
Cost: $50 for members, $70 for non members
plus a $20 materials fee to be paid to the instructor
Class Size: Limit 10 students
Registration deadline: November 2, 2017

Thickened dyes add color, detail and texture when they are used to print designs on fabric. In this class, simple materials will be used to stamp, paint and print on fabric to create unique scarves, table linens, pillows or cloth for garments.

The workshop covers thickened dye basics including demos, recipes, dye safety, design, inspiration and color layering. Participants will create samples, finished cotton napkins and a silk scarf. In addition, participants will learn how to make printing paste with dye activator and how to best use stencils, stamps and screens with cloth.

Handouts include “recipes” for dyes, paint paste, batching and setting the dyed fabric and sources for all materials. Participants will receive 2 pre soda soaked cotton napkins, 1 pre citric acid soaked silk scarf and a Dye Matrix for color layering.

Materials the participant should bring: full front apron and rubber gloves. Wear old clothes and shoes that can be “dyed” from accidents. For your interest and sharing, bring old, clean items that could be used for printing such as a trivet, potato masher, etc. that may be ready for the garbage!

Over and Under Part 1: Weaving Basics
Friday- Sunday, November 10-12, 2017, 2 1/2 days
Friday 5 pm - 9 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: October 27, 2017

With the intention of functioning as an “on ramp” to the craft of weaving, this introductory course offers new students of the craft the opportunity to begin their study. Through weaving a rayon scarf, this course offers an introduction to a four-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; Bring an open mind to learning new ideas and doing things differently. If you need to weave without noise distractions, bring ear plugs.

Over and Under Part 3 - Sampling for Success
Saturday & Sunday, October 14-15, 2017, 9 - 5 pm

Instructor: Leslie Fesperman
Where: Triangle Fiber Arts Center (TFAC)
3717 Murphy School Rd., Durham, NC 27705
Cost: $160 for members, $200 for non-members
Maximum class size: 8
Registration deadline: September 30, 2017

By defining and thinking about what we are looking for in our project, we begin to consider just what it is that will please us when we take the piece off the loom and finish it. As a weaver begins to explore weave structures and materials, a valuable tool is learning to sample and keep records for future weavings and reference. In this two-day workshop, participants will come with looms warped and a section woven in the fiber and structure of their choice. We will discuss what individuals are looking for in their projects, taking and keeping accurate records, and each participant will weave several samples. We will finish samples, and at the end of the second day, we will discuss and share our findings.

Students will provide the following: Pre-warped 4-shaft loom with 8, 10, or 12-dent reed, shuttles and bobbins; notebook/sketchbook; pencils, pen, highlighter; scissors, and reed hook. An open mind to learning new ideas and doing things differently; ear plugs if needed to weave without noise distractions. Note: If you are unable to bring your own loom but wish to enroll in the class, please indicate that on the registration form, and we will contact you about providing a loom for the class.

Students need to come with their loom warped and have woven a square sample (left on loom). Pre-class instructions to be sent from instructor upon registration.

TWO CLASSES!
Open Studio Dyeing with Mary Kircher
Saturday October 7, 2017, 1:30 to 5:30 pm
Sunday October 8, 2017, 1:30 to 5:30 pm
Instructor: Mary Kircher
Where: Triangle Fiber Arts Center (TFAC)
3717 Murphy School Rd., Durham, NC 27705
Cost for each class:
$40 for members, $60 for non-members
plus $10 materials fee for dye materials and equipment for dyeing
Level: You must have taken a previous dye class
Maximum class size: 8
Registration Deadline: September 30

The Open Studio allows you to come in and dye almost anything, including warp or weft painting, woven shibori, traditional shibori, any kind of yarn or fabric. This is not a formal class, but an opportunity to get the guidance you need for individual projects. Fiber Reactive dyes and Vat dyes for cellulose fiber and silk will be provided.
Please note: This is 2 separate 4 hour classes - one on Saturday, one on Sunday. You can register for one or the other or both.

Participant Requirements: You must have taken a previous dye class. Bring any prepared warps, fabrics, etc. that participants wish to dye. Instructions for scouring/preparing fibers will be provided before the the session.

TWO CLASSES!
Dynamite Dyed Warps with Mary Kircher
Saturday October 7, 2017, 9am - 1 pm
Sunday October 8, 2017, 9am - 1 pm
Instructor: Mary Kircher
Where: Triangle Fiber Arts Center (TFAC)
3717 Murphy School Rd., Durham, NC 27705
Cost for each class:
$40 for members, $60 for non-members
plus $15 materials fee to cover all dyeing materials, handouts, and color exercise materials
Level: Perfect for those new to dyeing
Maximum class size: 8
Registration Deadline: September 30

Learn to make custom dyed warps for scarves, linens or yardage. In this class we will learn to use Fiber Reactive dyes for cellulose fibers including cotton, linen, bamboo and silk. Techniques for preparing your warp for the best results will be provided. A technique for color mixing will be covered before dyeing your prepared warp. This class is perfect for those new to dyeing.
Please note: This is 2 separate 4 hour classes - one on Saturday, one on Sunday. You can register for one or the other or both.

Participant Requirements: No dye experience is necessary, but you must be able to prepare a warp prior to class. Bring one to two prepared and scoured warps, up to 2 yards long. Instructions for preparing the warp will be provided before class.

FALL WORKSHOP:
Tapestry - You Know the Basics! What's Next? with Tommye Scanlin
Friday to Sunday, September 29 to October 1, 2017
9 am - 5 pm each day

Instructor: Tommye Scanlin
Where: Triangle Fiber Arts Center (TFAC)
3717 Murphy School Rd., Durham, NC 27705
Cost: $275 for members, $315 for non-members
plus 5 for handout and a materials fee for yarn (typically
$5-10, determined by weight)
Level: Advanced Beginner to Intermediate tapestry weavers
Equipment: Pre-warped tapestry loom required.
Maximum class size: 12

Tapestry is simply weft-faced plain weave. What’s so hard about that? A lot! The focus for this class will be a review of basics: what’s a good warp and warp sett; what kinds of wefts will work; how to successfully set up a warp for tapestry on a frame loom; how meet and separate technique works; how a few joining techniques work; and designing for cartoons. You will set up a loom to have both small sample and wider areas in which to develop and refine a design idea, and to begin weaving a tapestry based upon the design. Course is for advanced beginners to intermediate tapestry weavers.

Participants should bring:
On the first day, participants should bring a warped tapestry loom* with at least 6” width and 8 – 10” high. Sett may be either 6 epi or 8 epi. Fiber for warp – cotton seine twine. For a sett of 6 epi, warp size should be 12/18. For a sett of 8 epi, warp size should be 12/12. Participants should also bring scissors, ruler with metric side; small tapestry needles; notepaper and pencil; yarn for weft (optional); sketchbook and colored pencils (optional).

*Note: If you do not have a tapestry loom, the guild has a limited number of simple frame looms available for you to borrow for the class.

Designing a Natural Wall Hanging
Saturday, September 23, 2017, 10-3 pm (bring lunch)

Instructor: Dawn Hummer
Where: Triangle Fiber Arts Center (TFAC)
3717 Murphy School Rd., Durham, NC 27705
Cost: $50 for members, $70 for non members
Equipment/Materials: loom required plus scissors, tapestry needle
and weft materials to be provided by the participant.
See below
Size: Limit 8
Registration Deadline: September 7

Let simplicity and spontaneity guide you in the creative process!
Using simple techniques such as clasped weft, inlay, windows, shaker weave twists, floats, tufting and plain weave, each piece will evolve on the loom as a personal expression of art. **Chocolate, tea and soothing music included!**

Any loom welcome (floor, rigid heddle, table).
Please bring your loom pre-warped. TFAC looms available for you to warp at no charge. All Saori looms are spoken for but there is still a small piccolo loom left to rent from the instructor ($20.00).

Participants also should bring: scissors & a tapestry needle, and their own weft materials which can include: foraged natural grasses, fronds, leaves, feathers, sticks/small branches, bark, paper, vines, beads, print (cards, photos, quotes), yarns and fibers, etc.

Materials for purchase will include: dyed reed, birch bark and sticks, feathers, driftwood, leather, copper, horsehair, beads, mohair locks, fronds, branches, vines, print inspirations, paper, etc.
Japanese hangers may be purchased during class as well.

Come enjoy a joyful and happy day!

Beginning Color
7 Wednesdays and a Tuesday, beginning September 6, 2017, 1--3 pm
(September 6 & 20, October 4 & 18, November 8, January 3, January 16 (this is on a Tuesday), February 28, and March 7)

Instructors: Rose Warner & Ruth Ann Ross
Where: Triangle Fiber Arts Center (TFAC)
3717 Murphy School Rd., Durham, NC 27705
Cost: $160 member, $200 non-member,
plus a $10 materials fee
Registration Deadline: August 31, 2017
Class size: 8 student limit

The class will meet at TFAC for 8 months from September through February on pre-determined Wednesdays 1-3 pm. 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 and must have or purchase the following 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. Both available for purchase online.

Materials provided by TFAC: Supplemental yarn for yarn wraps and some weft yarns for sampling;

Over and Under, Part 2 – Color Pure and Simple
Saturday & Sunday, September 2-3, 2017, 9 - 5 pm

Instructor: Leslie Fesperman
Where: Triangle Fiber Arts Center (TFAC)
3717 Murphy School Rd., Durham, NC 27705
Cost: $160 for members, $200 for non-members
plus a materials fee of $25 paid to instructor
Maximum class size: 5
Registration deadline: August 30, 2017

When we begin to weave, predicting a project's outcome using color is often difficult. Woven fibers do not always correctly “mix” together, resulting in somewhat “off” results. This workshop is designed for you to explore color through weaving a gamp in plain weave with 6 warp and 30 weft colors.

Prerequisites for the class: Students need basic understanding of weaving terms and should be able to dress their loom with minimal assistance (this is not a beginning how-to class). Pre-wound warps will be provided by the instructor, and students will dress their looms during class.

Materials provided by teacher/TFAC: Four harness floor loom and pre-wound warp for the project ($25 materials fee paid to instructor)

Student should bring: Notebook/sketchbook; pencils, pen, highlighter; scissors, reed hook; shuttles and bobbins; an open mind to learning new ideas and doing things differently; ear plugs if you need to weave without noise distractions

Get Your Warp On - A Beginning Weaving Intensive Study
Saturdays and Sundays, July 29-30, 9:30-2:30 & August 5-6, 9:30-2:30
Saturday, August 12, 9:30-2:30, Sunday, August 20, 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: July 1, 2017
Class size: 6 student limit

In this class you will put on three warps and complete three projects over six sessions, becoming proficient in warping a loom from back to front while learning the basics of weaving.
The class is designed for:

the beginning weaver
the weaver who has had a beginning class but wants more practice dressing a loom
the weaver who has not woven in quite a while and seeks a refresher on warping
the weaver who wants to learn back to front warping

The three projects are:

A short sampler warp using 3/2 perle cotton for practicing good selvedges, good beat, plain weave and 4 shaft twill with braided hem finishing technique
A small embellished felted bag or electronics pouch. Very quick and easy, using bulky wool yarn with a very open sett and beat. Felted finishing technique and discussion of fiber qualities.
Small cotton hand towel using multicolor warp and weft. Participants will create their own color plan and twill/plain weave sequences and finish using a folded hem or hemstitching.

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.

Rigid Heddle Basics
Sunday, July 16, 2017, 12 - 4 pm

Instructor: Leslie Fesperman
Where: Triangle Fiber Arts Center (TFAC)
3717 Murphy School Rd., Durham, NC 27705
Cost: $40 member, $60 non-member,
plus a $10 materials fee
Class size: 5 student limit
Registration deadline: July 2

This 4-hour class will go over the basics of learning to weave on the rigid heddle loom. You will learn weaving terms, how to calculate a warp and plan a project, how to warp the rigid heddle loom using the direct warping method, the proper way to wind a stick shuttle and basic finishing for a dish cloth.

Participants will prepare their loom for weaving a dish cloth and finish the project on their own. Materials provided by teacher/TFAC: Yarn for project - $10 materials fee paid to instructor

Student should bring: Rigid Heddle loom with a 7/5 or 8 dent reed, reed hook, warping peg if available, paper and pen for notes.

Intro to Ikat Warps (with Indigo)
Saturday, July 15, 2017, 10-3 pm (bring a lunch)

Instructor: Kate Harris
Where: Triangle Fiber Arts Center (TFAC)
3717 Murphy School Rd., Durham, NC 27705
Cost: $50 member, $70 non-member,
plus a $7 materials fee
Registration Deadline: June 24, 2017
Class size: 6 student limit

In this class, participants will have the opportunity to design and create an ikat resisted warp that is dyed in indigo. Ikat is a resist-dyeing technique that is used to pattern yarn prior to weaving. The yarns are wound on warping pegs in multiple bundles and resisted with a waterproof material in a predetermined pattern. The bundles are dyed and the resist is removed, revealing the negative, or un-dyed areas.

Participants will use cotton yarn to create a 9” x 12” wall-hanging. The design of the resists will be planned by the participant using graph paper. Planning, measuring and dying the warps will occur in class, and then the participants will take the warps home to weave the warps on their own looms. Participants can use any type of loom that is at least 9 inches wide- including rigid heddle and weave with any weft and weave structure once they get home.

Participants will need to know the basics of warping and dressing a loom and be confident with weaving at home without supervision. They will also need to bring a cone of yarn (details to be sent after you sign up for class), scissors, and gloves/apron for dying (and wear old clothes).

SUMMER WORKSHOP:
Discovering Deflected Doubleweave with Elisabeth Hill
Friday to Sunday, June 16, 17 & 18, 2017
9 am - 4:30 pm each day

Instructor: Elisabeth Hill
Where: Triangle Fiber Arts Center (TFAC)
3717 Murphy School Rd., Durham, NC 27705
Cost: $250 for members, $290 for non-members
plus a $50 materials fee for the warp & weft for sampler and scarf
Level: Advanced Beginner to Intermediate
Equipment: 8 harness loom required
Maximum class size: 15

Stretch your creativity with this workshop by master weaver Elisabeth Hill. Deflected doubleweave is a weave structure that allows the warp and weft to shift and move, creating surprising curves and textures when the piece is off loom and wet-finished. It’s like defying the grid! After an explanation of the structure, students will experiment with lots of variations on a single threading, producing a sampler. Then students will choose a tie-up/treadling/colorway to weave a scarf.

Prior to the workshop, participants will need to warp an 8-shaft loom with an individual warp (provided by instructor). Participants will work on their own looms. This is not a round robin workshop.

Elisabeth says "I am a hand-weaver, teacher and mother of three children, two dogs, and three ( . . . there may be a few more) looms. I have been weaving since 1995, and I have received my Master Weaver certification from Hill Institute in Florence, MA. I am a technical editor for and frequent contributor to Handwoven Magazine." Check out her website at www.plainweave.net.

This workshop requires an 8 harness loom. A very limited number of 8 harness floor looms (see note below) and table looms are available on a first come, first served basis for guild members to borrow for use in the workshop. The looms will have to be warped at TFAC prior to class and remain on premises at TFAC. If you need to borrow a loom, please indicate that on your registration form.

Classes and Workshops 2016-2017

Introduction to Woven Shibori
3 Sundays, May 7, May 21, and June 11, 2017, 1:00 to 4:30 pm

Instructor: Mary Kircher
Where: Triangle Fiber Arts Center (TFAC)
3717 Murphy School Rd., Durham, NC 27705
Cost: $90 for members, $130 for non members
plus a $15 materials fee to be paid to the instructor
Class Size: Limit 12
Registration deadline: April 10

Woven Shibori is a variation on traditional shibori dyeing in that it is dependent on the weaving process to create dyed patterns in hand-woven cloth. In this class, we will explore a two-step dye process resulting in virtually unlimited color and pattern interactions. The objective is to create as many samples as possible. Participants will weave samples, prepare them for dyeing, and go through both a first dye and overdyeing process with their samples. Participants will be provided drafts to create samples at home in addition there will be a few pre-warped looms at TFAC. At the conclusion, participants will have the skills to create a woven shibori project on their own.

Participant Requirements: Participants should be able to warp and weave on a 4-8 harness loom. They will need to weave samples between Class 1 and 2 either at home or at TFAC. If they weave at TFAC, they will need to be prepared to cut off their samples and scour the samples in preparation for dyeing and for retying the TFAC loom used.

Natural Color to Dye For!
Saturday, Saturday, April 15, 2017, 9 am to 2 pm

Instructor: Paula Baumann
Where: Triangle Fiber Arts Center (TFAC)
3717 Murphy School Rd., Durham, NC 27705
Cost: $50 for members, $70 for non members
plus a $15 materials fee to be paid to the instructor
Class Size: Limit 8 students
Registration deadline: April 1

Natural dyes from plants, bugs or minerals give rich colors that ancient peoples applied to hand woven fabric for centuries. We will explore reds from cochineal, browns from cutch and madder, yellows from turmeric and fustic. Fabrics and yarns from both plant and animal sources will be sampled for take home. The class will give an overview of each dye, recipes for fixatives & additives plus dye preparation. Participants will be able to dye two warps for scarves, napkins or placemats, keeping in mind that animal fiber dyes best with naturals. (Details about warps will be forwarded after registration.)

Participants will also receive 2 scarves (1 silk, 1 rayon) for dyeing/overdyeing using clamps and folding techniques to compare plant and animal results. Sources for dyes, fixatives and equipment will be included. A complete list of natural dyes, with colors and fixatives along with a bibliography will be part of class handouts.

Materials the participant should bring: full front apron and rubber gloves. Wear old clothes and shoes that can be “dyed” from accidents.

Weaving with Chenille

Saturday, April 1, 9 am - 12 noon
Sunday, April 2, 9 am - 12 pm (plan to stay and weave until 3 or 4 pm)
Saturday, April 8, 9 am - 12 pm (plan to stay and weave until 3 or 4 pm)
Optional planning session Sunday, April 22, 10 am - 12 pm

Instructor: Rose Warner
Where: Triangle Fiber Arts Center (TFAC)
3717 Murphy School Rd., Durham, NC 27705
Cost: $90 for members, $130 for non members
plus a $10 materials fee to be paid to the instructor
Equipment/Materials:

chenille yarn, provided by the instructor
4-shaft and 8-shaft looms, provided by the guild

Size: Limit 8
Registration Deadline: March 20

The workshop is about how to use rayon chenille (1450 yd/lb only), designing and working with it. Each person will design his/her own sampler for the assigned loom using the drafts provided. Participants must be comfortable warping, setting up a loom and weaving independently.

In the first session we will discuss working with chenille and the various options it provides, talk about design, do wraps and wind a 3-yard warp. In session two, we will finish warping the looms using various drafts and weave samples which will be wet finished at home. At the third session we will share samples (which will have been wet finished at home) and discuss the results. Participants will retie the looms and weave samples on each of the other looms on their own time. Note: Although the class time for sessions two and three is only three hours, participants will have the afternoon until 4PM for continuing to weave their samples.

Optional Meeting: Saturday, April 22 10-AM- 12 PM If the group decides to, we will place a group chenille order and meet to discuss individual projects, provide help with planning and designing a project and answer any questions.

SPRING WORKSHOP:
Spin to Weave with Sara Lamb
Friday and Saturday, March 24 & 25, 2017
9 am to 4 pm

Instructor: Sara Lamb
Where: Triangle Fiber Arts Center (TFAC)
3717 Murphy School Rd., Durham, NC 27705
Cost: $200 for member, $240 for non-members
Maximum class size: 16

Sara Lamb lectures and gives workshops in the US, Canada, Australia and England. She maintains a working studio in Northern California, where she lives with her husband, looms, spinning wheels, dyepots and beads.
http://saralamb.com

For 20,000 years, weavers have made cloth with handspun yarns and you can, too.

With expertise and enthusiasm, Sara Lamb will show the joy and satisfaction of spinning handspun yarns for weaving.
Learn to create luxurious handspun yarn for weaving. How does spinning yarn for weaving differ from spinning yarns for knitting, crochet, or embroidery? We will spin and sample for weaving, varying fiber choice, twist, grist and color. We will discuss ways the yarns are affected by weaving techniques and the way weaving techniques are affected by the yarns.

Although there will be no weaving by participants during the workshop, Sara will set up a warp and will test some setts and weave a few samples as a demonstration for future work.

Participants must be able to spin a continuous yarn (this is not a beginning spinning class). New and beginning weavers are encouraged, no weaving experience necessary. Please bring your own spinning wheel and your own fibers.

Over and Under: Beginning Weaving Weekend
March 3 - 5, 2017
Friday 5 pm - 9 pm, Saturday 10 am - 5 pm & Sunday 10 am - 5 pm

Instructor: Leslie Fesperman
Where: Triangle Fiber Arts Center (TFAC)
3717 Murphy School Rd., Durham, NC 27705
Cost: $180 for members, $220 for non-members
plus a materials fee of $20 paid to instructor
Maximum class size: 5
Registration deadline: February 17, 2017

This class will cover all the basics as you learn to weave. You will choose your colors, and weave a scarf using Dragon Tales Rayon Yarn. After this class you will know how to: plan your project, read a draft, wind a warp, dress the loom, weave and finish a scarf!

Materials provided by teacher/TFAC: Four harness direct tie-up floor looms and yarn for scarf ($20 materials fee paid to instructor)

Student should bring: Paper and pen for notes.

Beginning Weaving 101
Saturday & Sunday, January 21-22, 2017, 9 am - 1 pm
plus 4 Saturdays, January 28 - February 18, 9 am - 1 pm

Instructor: Pattie Lamb
Where: Triangle Fiber Arts Center (TFAC)
3717 Murphy School Rd., Durham, NC 27705
Cost: $180 member, $220 non-member,
plus a $20 materials fee
Registration Deadline: January 10
Class size: 6 student limit
Materials: The guild will provide 4-shaft direct tie-up looms with 5/2 cotton yarns.

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 either small cotton napkins or more mats or samples. This would be a great way to reinforce what you learned during the first half of the class.

Rigid Heddle Basics with Leslie Fesperman
Sunday, January 15, 2017, 1 to 5 pm

Instructor: Leslie Fesperman
Where: Triangle Fiber Arts Center (TFAC)
3717 Murphy School Rd., Durham, NC 27705
Cost: $40 for members, $60 for non-members
plus $10 materials fee to be paid to the instructor
Maximum class: 5
Registration deadline: December 28, 2016

This 4-hour class will go over the basics of learning to weave on the rigid heddle loom. You will learn weaving terms, how to calculate a warp and plan a project, how to warp the rigid heddle loom using the direct warping method, the proper way to wind a stick shuttle and basic finishing for scarves.

Participants will prepare their loom for weaving scarves and finish the project on their own. Materials provided by teacher/TFAC: Yarn for project - $10 materials fee paid to instructor

Student should bring: Rigid Heddle loom with a 7/5 or 8 dent reed, reed hook, warping peg if available, paper and pen for notes.

Over and Under: Beginning Weaving Weekend
October 21-23, 2016
Friday 5 pm - 9 pm, Saturday 10 am - 5 pm & Sunday 10 am - 5 pm

Instructor: Leslie Fesperman
Where: Triangle Fiber Arts Center (TFAC)
3717 Murphy School Rd., Durham, NC 27705
Cost: $180 for members, $220 for non-members
plus a materials fee of $20 paid to instructor
Maximum class size: 6
Registration deadline: October 14, 2016

This class will cover all the basics as you learn to weave. You will choose your colors, and weave a scarf using Dragon Tales Rayon Yarn. After this class you will know how to: plan your project, read a draft, wind a warp, dress the loom, weave and finish a scarf!

Materials provided by teacher/TFAC: Four harness direct tie-up floor looms and yarn for scarf ($20 materials fee paid to instructor)

Student should bring: Paper and pen for notes.

Dynamite Dyed Warp Workshops - Two 1-Day Workshops
Friday, September 30, 2016, 9 am to 4 pm OR
Saturday, October 1, 2016, 9 am to 4 pm

Instructor: Mary Kircher
Where: Triangle Fiber Arts Center (TFAC)
3717 Murphy School Rd., Durham, NC 27705
Cost: $35 for members, $55 for non members,
plus a $15 materials fee to be paid to the instructor
Registration deadline: August 20, 2016

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. Each one-day 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. 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.

Beginning Color Class for Weavers
8 monthly sessions beginning Wednesday, September 21, 2016 1-3 pm

Instructors: Rose Warner and Ruth Ann Ross
Where: Triangle Fiber Arts Center (TFAC)
3717 Murphy School Rd., Durham, NC 27705
Cost: $50

The class will meet at TFAC for 8 months from September through May on the third Wednesday of the month from 1-3 pm 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.

Class fee is $50 to be collected the first day of the class.
Class will be limited to 8 students.

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. These both should be available at quilt stores.

Rigid Heddle Basics with Leslie Fesperman
Sunday, September 11, 2016, 1 to 5 pm

Instructor: Leslie Fesperman
Where: Triangle Fiber Arts Center (TFAC)
3717 Murphy School Rd., Durham, NC 27705
Cost: $40 for members, $60 for non-members
plus $10 materials fee to be paid to the instructor
Maximum class: 6
Registration deadline: September 4, 2016

This 4-hour class will go over the basics of learning to weave on the rigid heddle loom. You will learn weaving terms, how to calculate a warp and plan a project, how to warp the rigid heddle loom using the direct warping method, the proper way to wind a stick shuttle and basic finishing for scarves.

Participants will prepare their loom for weaving cotton dishcloths and finish the project on their own. Materials provided by teacher/TFAC: Yarn for project - $10 materials fee paid to instructor

Student should bring: Rigid Heddle loom with a 7/5 or 8 dent reed, reed hook, warping peg if available, paper and pen for notes.

Classes and Workshops 2015-2016

Beginning Weaving 101
6 Saturdays, April 16 - May 21, 2016, 9 am - 1 pm

Instructor: Pattie Lamb
Where: Triangle Fiber Arts Center (TFAC)
3717 Murphy School Rd., Durham, NC 27705
Cost: $180 member, $220 non-member,
plus a $20 materials fee
Registration Deadline: April 6
Class size: 6 student limit
Materials: The guild will provide 4-shaft direct tie-up looms with 5/2 cotton yarns.

This class if 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 will be an opportunity to put on a second warp with a different threading for either small cotton napkins or more mats or samples. This would be a great way to reinforce what you learned during the first half of the class.

Warp Painting Demonstration
Wednesday, May 18, 2016, 10 am – 12 noon

Instructor: Sally Kahler
Where: Triangle Fiber Arts Center (TFAC)
3717 Murphy School Rd., Durham, NC 27705
Cost: $15 for members, $35 for non members
Class Size: Limit 10 students

Using a Procion Warp Painting kit, Sally will demonstrate painting a warp and dying weft threads to compliment. Once you know how to do this you can easily do it at home. Participants will be shown sources for color inspiration, how to prepare the warp and the coloring of the threads which will later be woven into a scarf. This is a demonstration class.

Embellished Felted Balls
Wednesday, April 27, 2016, 9 am to noon

Instructor: Rebecca Rosen
Where: Triangle Fiber Arts Center (TFAC)
3717 Murphy School Rd., Durham, NC 27705
Cost: $15 member, $25 non-member
Registration Deadline: January 20

Join us for a simple felting and embroidery exercise. We will felt a small ball out of wool and explore chain stitch embroidery over the surface. One ball will be felted in class, but as it will take time to dry, an additional ball will be provided to learn the technique. There will be plenty of supplies to get you started. The project will be completed at home using your own stash of 3/2 or 5/2 yarn. This is a great use for thrums!

Demo on Woven Picture Technique
Tuesday, April 19, 2016, 9;00 am to 12 noon

Instructor: Leslie Killeen
Where: Triangle Fiber Arts Center (TFAC)
3717 Murphy School Rd., Durham, NC 27705
Cost: $15
Registration Deadline: April 5

A picture, printed on cloth, cut from fabric, or dyed on cloth is cut and then woven back to give a finished woven piece. This demo will allow participants a hands on taste, without incurring the total material cost. Students will understand the number of layers needed to complete their picture. A follow up class is a possibility to see what participants have created.

Participants will bring pen/pencil and paper for note taking.

"Block Party"
Spring Workshop with Robyn Spady
Friday & Saturday, March 4-5, 2016, 9 am - 5 pm

Presenter: Robyn Spady
Where: Triangle Fiber Arts Center (TFAC)
3717 Murphy School Rd., Durham, NC 27705
Level: Intermediate to Advanced (and adventure-seeking beginners)
Cost: Tuition $150 plus a materials fee of $20/person

Registration will be on a first come, first served basis.
A deposit of 50% of the tuition ($75) will be due at the time of registration.

Do the terms “block design” and “profile draft” bewilder you? Are you interested in developing new patterns and pushing your loom to new limits? Whether you have a four-shaft loom and want to expand its potential or want to better understand what to with all those shafts, then this workshop is for you! Through presentation, discussion, and weaving, you will develop a practical understanding of blocks, profile drafts, and how to use them to create new exciting drafts. You will also examine the fundamental building blocks of many weave structures and how they can be manipulated into new designs and open up an unlimited number of new possibilities. Minimum four-shaft loom required. (Note: This is not a round-robin workshop)

Robyn Spady was introduced to handweaving as a baby with her handwoven baby blanket woven by her great-grandmother. Inspired by her blankie, she learned to weave at a young age and has been weaving for over 40 years. She completed HGA's Certificate of Excellence (COE) in 2004 with the specialized study Loom-controlled Stitched Double Cloth. Robyn is fascinated by the infinite possibilities of crossing threads and loves coming up with new ideas to create fabric and transform it into something new and exciting. She is committed to turning the weaving world on to double-faced fabrics, four-shaft weaves, uncommon and advanced weave structures, and narrow warp weaves.

Rigid Heddle Basics
Sunday, February 21, 2016, 12:30 - 5:30 pm

Instructor: Leslie Fesperman
Where: Triangle Fiber Arts Center (TFAC)
3717 Murphy School Rd., Durham, NC 27705
Cost: $40 member, $60 non-member,
plus a $10 materials fee
Registration Deadline: February 15
Class size: 6 student limit

This four hour class will go over the basics of learning to weave on the rigid heddle loom. You will learn weaving terms, how to calculate a warp and plan a project, how to warp the rigid heddle loom using the direct warping method, the proper way to wind a stick shuttle and basic finishing for scarves. The instructor will provide Peaches and Cream cotton yarn and participants should
bring a rigid heddle loom with a 7.5 or 8 dent reed, warping peg and pen and paper.

Introduction to Basketweaving
Saturday, February 20, 2016, 9 am - 2 pm

Instructor: Pat Stewart
Where: Triangle Fiber Arts Center (TFAC)
3717 Murphy School Rd., Durham, NC 27705
Cost: $50 member, $70 non-member,
plus a $20 materials fee
Class size: 10 student limit

We will make a basket that can be used for napkins, bread or muffins. This basket is for the first time basket weavers or beginner basket weavers. You will learn the basics of weaving with flat reed. The basket will be made from flat reed. You can weave a colorful cloth to go into your basket.

We will take a lunch break, so bring a lunch or snack and a drink. Participants should also bring sharp scissors, tape measure, clothespins, pencil, old towel, sponge, plastic bucket or tub to soak reed. OPTIONAL: spray bottle, small cutting mat, Exacto knife

Felting - the Next Step
Saturday, February 6, 2016, 9:30 am - 1 pm

Instructor: Virginia Carson
Where: Triangle Fiber Arts Center (TFAC)
3717 Murphy School Rd., Durham, NC 27705
Cost: $45 member, $65 non-member,
plus a $5 materials fee
Registration Deadline: January 25
Class size: 8 student limit

This class will show participants how to felt objects with a plastic resist. Participants can choose a hat or wallet to make and take home, along with the plastic resist for future projects. The instructor will provide wool roving, and participants should bring: apron or old clothes, old towels, any roving they want to use to try, scissors, any ribbon, braid or beads for embellishment.

Over and Under: Beginning Weaving
January 16-18, 2016

Saturday, January 16, 4 hours/Afternoon/Evening, Time to be determined
Sunday & Monday, January 17 & 18, 9 am to 4 pm

Teacher: Leslie Fesperman, [email protected]
Where: Triangle Fiber Arts Center (TFAC)
3717 Murphy School Rd., Durham, NC 27705
Cost: $180 members, $220 non members. Plus supply fee $20 paid to instructor
Equipment/Materials:

5/2 Dragon Tail rayon yarn, provided by the instructor
4-shaft direct tie-up floor loom, provided by the guild

Registration Deadline: January 6

Woven by Donna Eash in the October Over and Under class

This class will cover all the basics as you learn to weave. You will choose your colors, and weave a scarf using Dragon Tales Rayon Yarn. After this class you will know how to: plan your project, read a draft, wind a warp, dress the loom, weave and finish a scarf!
A great start to your weaving journey.

Embellished Felted Balls
Tuesday, November 17, 9AM- 12 PM

Instructor: Rebecca Rosen
Where: Triangle Fiber Arts Center (TFAC)
3717 Murphy School Rd., Durham, NC 27705
Charge: $15 member, $25 non-member

Join us for a simple felting and embroidery exercise. We will felt a small ball out of wool and explore chain stitch embroidery over the surface. One ball will be felted in class, but as it will take time to dry, an additional ball will be provided to learn the technique. There will be plenty of supplies to get you started. The project will be completed at home using your own stash of 3/2 or 5/2 yarn. This is a great use for thrums!

Introduction to Wet Felting
Thursday, October 29th, 2015, 9:30 am to 3 pm

Instructor: Janet Borel

Where: Triangle Fiber Arts Center (TFAC)
3717 Murphy School Rd., Durham, NC 27705
Cost: $40 tuition plus a materials fee (no more than $20)
Notes: Bring your lunch. Maximum class size 8

Learn the basics of how to make felt from beautifully dyed wool fleece. Each participant will make a flat piece of felt, suitable for a trivet, a wall hanging, a pillow, or to fold to make a small bag. Instructions include incorporating other fibers in with the wool, and other small felted pieces will be made as time allows. Warm soapy water will be used and some physical manipulation (rolling) of felted pieces is necessary.

"Over and Under" - a Class for New and Beginning Weavers
October 23-25, 2015

Half day, Friday, October 23, 5 to 9 pm
All day, Saturday & Sunday, October 24 & 25, 9 am to 5 pm

Teacher: Leslie Fesperman
Where: Triangle Fiber Arts Center (TFAC)
3717 Murphy School Rd., Durham, NC 27705
Cost: $180 members, $220 non members. Plus supply fee $20 paid to instructor

This class is perfect for the beginning and new weaver. Participants will choose their colors, and weave a narrow scarf using Dragon Tales Rayon Yarn. In this class you will: plan your project, learn to read and create a draft for your project, wind a warp, prepare the loom, weave and finish a scarf. Beginner weaver - you will be guided through every step choosing between a Log Cabin or Twill Weave for your scarf. New to Weaving – the basics will be reinforced and you will be assisted when needed on your project. (If you have a specific project you would like to work on please contact Leslie at [email protected] prior to class so she can be prepared to assist you)

Beyond Basics: Weaving 102
October, November & December, 2015

Saturday, October 10 from 9 am – 1 pm (planning session)
5 Saturdays: November 7, 14, 21 and December 5 & 12, 2015 from 9 am – 1 pm

Instructor: Pattie Lamb --> website: www.lambontheloom.weebly.com,
919-469-2584, email at [email protected]
Where: Triangle Fiber Arts Center (TFAC)
3717 Murphy School Rd., Durham, NC 27705
Cost: $180 members, $220 non members.
Class size: 6 student limit.

This is a great class for the weaver who has taken an introductory class and wants to plan their next project under supervision.

We will have a planning meeting on October 10th. At this meeting each weaver will have a chance to choose and plan a project (a scarf, a towel, a pair of placemats, a set of mug mats) from a variety of resources. This will allow plenty of time before the first working meeting in November for ordering the yarns necessary for the project.

The real fun will begin in November. We meet every Saturday between November 7 and December 12 (except for Thanksgiving weekend) from 9 am to 1 pm. You will measure your warp, thread the loom (using back to front or front to back method), weave off your projects, and learn appropriate finishing techniques.

The guild’s floor looms will be used and miscellaneous weaving tools will be provided. The student will be responsible for providing the yarns for their project.

If you have questions about the class, contact Pattie at 919-469-2584 or [email protected].

Introduction to Inkle Weaving
Wednesday, October 7, 2015, from 9 am to 2 pm

Instructor: Barbara Koch
Where: Triangle Fiber Arts Center (TFAC)
3717 Murphy School Rd., Durham, NC 27705
Cost: $15 tuition for members, $30 for non-members,
plus $2 materials fee
Class size: 6 student limit
Notes: Don't forget to bring a lunch!

Have you wondered about inkle weaving? Do you have an empty inkle loom ?
Come join us as Barbara Koch shares samples of her inkle weaving, shows us how to make heddles and warp that empty loom, and leads a discussion about yarns and possible projects.

Participants should bring: an inkle loom and belt shuttle (small stick shuttle), scissors, pencil, paper/notebook.

Barbara will provide the yarn, and extra stick shuttles will be available at TFAC for participant use. Please let us know if you would like to borrow a guild inkle loom (first come first served)

Beginning Weaving on the Rigid Heddle Loom
Fall Class - September 12 & 26 11 am – 5pm

Teacher: Leslie Fesperman
Where: Triangle Fiber Arts Center (TFAC)
3717 Murphy School Rd., Durham, NC 27705
Cost: $125 per person (includes materials for the first project)

Learn the basics of weaving and how to set up a rigid heddle loom and weave a cotton scarf approx 6 ½ by 72 inches, plus fringe in the first class. During the second class the first project will come off the loom and the second project a “Color and Weave” sampler scarf will be planned, warped and begun.

Materials for the first project will be provided in class. Second Saturday material list will be discussed during the first class.
Students will be expected to finish weaving their first project at home before the second class.

Participants will need to bring a rigid heddle loom with 7. 5 or 8 dent reed at least 10 inches wide.

Ply Split Braiding - An Introduction
Wednesday, September 23, 2015 from 10 am to 5 pm

Instructor: Pattie Lamb --> website: www.lambontheloom.weebly.com,
919-469-2584, email at [email protected]
Where: Triangle Fiber Arts Center (TFAC)
3717 Murphy School Rd., Durham, NC 27705
Cost: $15 tuition for members, $30 for non-members,
plus $15 materials fee for tool and cords
Class size: 8 student limit
Notes: Don't forget to bring a lunch!

In this introductory class we will make a straight SCOT key chain/luggage tag like the ones pictures in the picture on the left using a ply split braiding technique called “single course oblique twining”.

This requires a special tool called a gripfid which will be provided (and is included in the materials fee). The materials fee also includes enough plied cords to make one braid. Some additional cords and instruction books will be available for purchase.

Color Studies for Weavers
Beginning Wednesday, September 9, 2015 (see below for times for each session)

Another session of Color Studies for Weavers will be starting September. As it says, the concentration will be on weaving with color, making decisions about your color choices and experimenting with color. Please review the group descriptions below and if you are interested in applying or have questions about the sessions, call one of us for help. These are hard working groups but we feel that you will learn so much. You are encouraged to speak with members who have participated before to see if you want to apply. The following apply to all three groups:

There will be reading and weaving assignments
There will be a material fee
Limited space is available

Contact Rose (919-932-6010) ([email protected]) or Ruth Ann (919-968-9917)
([email protected]) for additional information and/or to request a place in the class

Group I. Beginning / Morning Session - consisting of weavers who have absolutely no color experience. Will meet at TFAC once per month for 8 months from September through May - the second Wednesday of the month at 11AM. Click here to view or print the curriculum for the Beginning Class.

Group I. Beginning / Evening Session - consisting of weavers who have absolutely no color experience. Will meet at the home of member Ruth Ann Ross once per month for 8 months from September through May - the second Wednesday of the month from 6:30 to 8 pm. Click here to view or print the curriculum for the Beginning Class. Registration for this class is CLOSED.

Group 2. Advanced - open to only those who have completed any earlier beginning or advanced color class. Will have greater concentration on “warm and cool” colors, triadic color schemes, and more mathematical formulas as well as in depth study of basic to intermediate color decisions. Will meet at TFAC once per month for 8 months from September through May - the second Wednesday of the month at 2PM. Click here to view or print the curriculum for the Advanced Class.

Beginning Weaving on the Rigid Heddle Loom
Summer Class - July 18 & Aug 1, 2015 11 am – 5 pm

Teacher: Leslie Fesperman
Where: Triangle Fiber Arts Center (TFAC)
3717 Murphy School Rd., Durham, NC 27705
Cost: $125 per person (includes materials for the first project)

Classes and Workshops 2014-2015

Tapestry Class with Anita Wolfenden
3 Sessions:

Wednesday, April 29, 2015, 9 am to noon
Wednesday, May 27, 2015, 9 am to noon
A Wednesday in June TBA

Where: Triangle Fiber Arts Center (TFAC)
3717 Murphy School Rd., Durham, NC 27705
Workshop Cost: $75
Availability: This class is open to TWG members only

We are excited to announce a daytime tapestry class with Anita Wolfenden to be held at our Triangle Fiber Arts Center at Murphy School. The class will be three Wednesdays, starting mid to late April, going into May, spaced several weeks apart to allow plenty of time to weave and to accommodate Anita’s schedule. In between classes Anita will be available via e-mail to answer questions.

Though this is a beginner’s tapestry class, it is for members that are comfortable weaving and comfortable with weaving terminology, so the time can be spent specifically in tapestry techniques. In other words for advanced beginners and beyond. Maximum number of students is eight.

Material & Equipment; Students can use portable frame looms that Anita has donated, or their own portable looms. Students may want to work on a frame loom in class and then work on a floor loom on a bigger piece at home.  Anita has also donated a large selection of materials which will be available for use during the class.

Class size is limited to 8 students. Since we anticipate a lot of interest, if there are more than eight, we will have a lottery.

Beginning Weaving / Refresher Weaving Class
6 Saturdays, April 4 - May 9, 2015, 9:30 am - 12:30 pm

Instructor: Mary Kircher --> website: www.woventranslations.com ,
919-427-4680 (mobile), email at [email protected]
Location: Our new Triangle Fiber Arts Center
3717 Murphy School Road
Durham, NC 27705
Cost: $180 for members, $200 for non-members
Maximum 6 students

Objective: Learn weaving terminology, plan a weaving project, prepare a warp, warp the loom, weave and finish a project using basic techniques. The weaving project for this class will be mug rugs, placemats or a table runner.

Spring Workshop: Garment Construction and Finishing Techniques for Handweavers and Other Fiber Artists by Daryl Lancaster
Sat & Sun, March 28 & 29, 2015

Place: Location change: Triangle Fiber Arts Center at
3717 Murphy School Rd, Durham, NC 27705
Workshop cost: $150 tuition + $20 materials fee

The 2015 Spring Workshop features fiber artist and handweaver Daryl Lancaster and is a 2-day event. A crash course in garment construction, embellishment, piecing, fit, finishing, and all around fun! For weavers or anyone interested in learning to construct great looking and great fitting garments. Learn to be creative with your seam finishes, buttonholes, closures, linings, and embellishment. This is a terrific class for those wanting to learn to sew clothing from their hand-woven or other special fabric, as well as for those more experienced wanting polished and professional results. Bring a sewing machine and try many of the techniques.

Daryl has over 45 years of experience sewing handwoven garments and is a frequent contributor to "HANDWOVEN" Magazine. She lectures and conducts workshops for guilds and conferences throughout the United States.

This is a rare opportunity for guild members to learn about garment construction

Beginning Weaving / Refresher Weaving Class
6 Saturdays, January 3 - February 7, 2015, 9:30 am - 12:30 pm

Instructor: Mary Kircher --> website: www.woventranslations.com ,
919-427-4680 (mobile), email at [email protected]
Location: Ruth Ann Ross home studio, 216 Oval Park Place, Chapel Hill, NC
Cost: $180 for members, $200 for non-members
Maximum 6 students

Fall 2014: 6th Annual Warp Painting & Dye Workshop
Saturday, October 25, 2014, 9am – 4pm

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. Learn to use fiber reactive dyes. Experiment with color.

Instructor: Mary Kircher (www.woventranslations.com)
Place: New Hope Camp and Conference Center, Fleming Lodge
Workshop cost: $35
Materials Fee: $15

This one-day 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. Bring two prepared warps (cotton, linen, tencel, bamboo, or silk) and willingness to experiment.   Details about preparing warps will be provided after registration.

Beginners and Intermediate students are welcome. Intermediate students who have attended a previous dye workshop will be allowed to skip the lecture portion of the workshop and begin dyeing their warps earlier.

** All participants should plan to attend the September Guild Meeting to learn how to prepare the warps for this workshop.

Class Details: Full instructions are provided once you register & pay.
Other: Bring your own lunch.

Weaving 101
Sunday, October 12, 2014, 1-5 pm

Taught by Mary Kircher and Leslie Killeen
Carrboro ArtsCenter
Fee: $50, register through Carrboro ArtsCenter

During this class you will get an overview of weaving by walking through all the steps of weaving from yarn calculations to weaving a small sampler. Find out if weaving is your thing in this afternoon long workshop. Sunday, Oct. 12 at the Carrboro ArtsCenter. Contact the Carrboro ArtsCenter to enroll.

Mary Kircher's website --> www.woventranslations.com 
Leslie Killen's website --> www.warpandbytedesigns.com