UPCOMING GUILD-SPONSORED WORKSHOPS

Crochet with Linda Dean

Linda has put a hold on the weekend of September14th and 15th for crochet classes. (It is the weekend of the Sierra Nevada Yarn Crawl. If that is a concern let us know at info@foothillfibersguild.org.) We are considering the following classes:

A two-hour Reading Charts class:  Become an expert at reading crochet charts. Once you unlock this skill the world is your oyster as you acn work a pattern from anywhere in the world! Take the fear out of the three different wasy to read patterns, find out what works best for you, and understand how to use these techniques together. 

A six-hour Tunisian Stitch Sampler class:  Get excited about this technique that is changing the face of crochet! Tunisian crochet is easier than you may realize and in this class you will learn an assortment of six stitches, including Simple, Knit, Full, Crossed, Double Knit, and Purl, as well as a couple of different ways to begin your project. By the end of the class you will have a new understanding of how these stitches are constructed, allowing you a greater understanding and confidence in your Tunisian Crochet project.

Beginners Natural Dye Workshop II

The second beginners natural dye workshop was postponed due to weather. It will be rescheduled sometime in the fall. Those previously registered will be offered the available spots first, then others may register.

The workshop will include a mordanting demonstration and each participant will have the opportunity to dye animal fiber samples in 4 dye pots. All equipment, handouts, and sample materials will be provided (please do not bring your own). Participants will learn the skills to try dyeing on their own. Space is limited, and spaces will fill on a first-come, first-serve basis.

RECENT GUILD-SPONSORED WORKSHOPS

Beginners Natural Dye Workshop

February 24, 2024

The workshop included a mordanting demonstration and each participant had the opportunity to dye seven fiber samples in 4 dye pots, including one silk scarf. All equipment, handouts, and sample materials were provided. The weather was perfect! There was plenty of time to visit during lunch and we even got a peek at Jeanne's weaving yurt. Participants learned the skills necessary to try dyeing fiber on their own. 

Make It - -Take It... Dragon Boats with Jane Milner
November 28, 2023 

Jane finally was able to reschedule her workshop and we made cute dragon boats. It was so much fun many members went home and made more.

Wooly Painted Pumpkins with Heidi Leugers of Reclaimed Wool

September 16, 2023

Members met in person and via Zoom to create darling pumpkins. Heidi sent us all enough fiber to make many more!

Brioche Knitting with Suzanne Bryan!
January 30, 2021 via Zoom

After speaking to our Guild on Tuesday, January 26, 2021 on Brioche knitting, Suzanne presented a workshop, via Zoom.

This two hour workshop will teach you: Single and two color brioche, Brioche flat and in the round, Increases and decreases. The class project was simple but contained the necessary skills.

Suzanne presented an excellent beginning brioche workshop and it was enjoyed by all, with students seen to be working hard!