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School of Textile Arts
May through June - 2010 |
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Greetings!
We've put together a few workshops for the Spring based on your feedback.
Think of it as a fun time to learn something new, to inspire your creativity, to get involved in the community.
Our best,
Melanie and Rebekah
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STL101 - Introduction To Weaving | |
May 25 through June 17
Tues and Thurs Evenings
6:00 - 9 :00 PM
 Learn the basics of hand weaving on a four shaft floor loom. In this class, you will learn how to set up the loom, read a pattern, calculate yardage and how to choose materials suitable for weaving.
You will create a weaving that results in a lovely table adornment.
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Level: |
Beginner | |
Technique: |
Weaving on floor loom | |
Instructor: |
Melanie Mitchell | |
Prerequisites: |
Patience and time commitment | |
Material List: |
Bobbins, yarn, reed hook, optional- (heddle hook) | |
Class Size: |
5 - 6 | |
Students must bring: |
Scissors, 12-18 " ruler, pencils,
½ " 3 ring binder for handouts,
lined notebook paper | |
Cost: |
$325.00 | |
Registration Due: |
May 11, 2010 |
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STL 102 - Viking Knit |
 Saturday, May 22 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM
(1 hr lunch break)
This classic technique is fast and easy, and can be used to make beautiful jewelry, or components within larger, more complex pieces. Learn in copper and progress to silver on your own. We will review finishing techniques. Some may not complete the piece in class.
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All | |
Technique: |
Viking Knit | |
Instructor: |
Rebekah Ritter | |
Prerequisites: |
none | |
Material List: |
Materials Included in Kit: 24gauge copper wire, 20 gauge copper wire, copper end caps, Crystal beads for finishing, dowel rod, masking tape, draw plate. | |
Class Size: |
12 | |
Students must bring: |
chain nose pliers, bent nose pliers & wire nippers. | |
Cost: |
$125.00 | |
Registration Due: |
May 8, 2010 |
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STL103 - Techni-Color |
June 19, 2010
9:00 AM to 12:00 PM Use your odds and ends to learn color theory that will help you design all your crafts. We'll be making a shawl that you'll start here and finish at home.
This is a great opportunity to use or swap leftover yarns.
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Level: |
Intermediate | |
Technique: |
Color theory; crochet | |
Instructor: |
Melanie Mitchell | |
Prerequisites: |
none | |
Material List: |
Pattern | |
Class Size: |
Max - 12 | |
Students must bring: |
Assorted crochet hooks suitable for your yarns, scissors, and skein leftovers for you and any you're willing to share. Yarn leftover yardage should be at least 25 yards or more. | |
Cost: |
$50.00 | |
Registration Due: |
June 5, 2010 |
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STL104 - From Old To New Again | |
June 19, 2010
1:00 PM to 3:00 PM
Have Grandma's old necklace but never wear it? Are the beads pretty but the style a little old fashioned?
Bring a piece of strung jewelry you no longer like, is in need of repair and/or redesign.
Select something where you love the beads but no longer enjoy the design.
We'll help you redesign, restring and finish a single strand necklace or bracelet.
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Level: |
All levels | |
Technique: |
Bead stringing | |
Instructor: |
Rebekah Ritter | |
Prerequisites: |
none | |
Material List: |
Stringing wire, crimp beads
Add'l components to purchase: clasps, extra beads to complete your design. | |
Class Size: |
8-12 | |
Students must bring: |
Jewelry or beads to use in the jewelry redesign | |
Cost: |
$50.00 | |
Registration Due: |
June 5, 2010 |
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Movie and Popcorn Night |
Handmade Nation
Thursday, June 3rd, 7-9p.m
Donation 2.00
Today's craft world has emerged as a synthesis of historical technique, punk culture, and the DIY ethos, also influenced by traditional handiwork, modern aesthetics, politics, feminism and art.
Director Faythe Levine captured the tightly knit community that exists through websites, blogs, and online stores that connect to the greater public through independent boutiques, galleries and craft fairs.
Interviews were conducted on-location in artist studios, homes, boutiques, offices and craft fairs, giving the public an exclusive and rarely seen look into the lives of these creative individuals.
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STL105 - How to Price a Workshop (and other scarey questions...) | |
Are you making money or losing money?
Presented by: Rebekah Ritter
Thursday, June 24, 2010
7:00 to 9:00 PM
$30.00
Should I....teach that workshop?. .....participate in that craft show?.....buy that piece of equipment?
Level: For those who need to answer these questions now or in the future
Max class size: 25
Students should: Bring a notebook and optionally your calculator
Registration due date: June 10, 2010
Refreshments served
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How to register. | |
Registration closes two weeks before the start of each class. Register in the following ways. We accept most forms of credit or check.
- Call (610) 373- 7337
- Email us: service@somethingslooming.com
- US Postal Mail
Send or provide us with:
- Your Name and Address
- Email address
- Class or classes you wish to register for
- Payment
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Easy parking at the Wyndom city garage. Entrance off of Washington Street 1/2 block away.
Discounted parking with (2 hr) validation.
End of evening escort provided. |
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Directions and Logistics:
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Save $10.00 |
Take both Techni-color and From Old to New Again and save. $90.00 for both classes. | |
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