a personal approach to Weaving and Dye Workshops
As in the past, profits from my workshops continue to go to animal causes,
who have a greater need.
2019 workshop and program schedule
July 20-21, 2019
NW Art Beat Open Studios Tour
~my own studio is listed as #2 on the map~
September 11-13, 2019
Peace Arch Weavers and Spinners Guild
Surrey, BC
Guild Program, September 11
Dye Techniques for Spinners and Knitters, Sept 12
Dye Techniques for Weavers, Sept 13
October 3, 2019
Whidbey Weavers Guild
Loom Rehab, Repair, and Maintenance - Program
October 11, 2019
Whidbey Weavers Guild - Study Group
Crackle Program
October 18, 25, 2019
Anacortes Senior Activity Center
Beginning Weaving
for levels 1 & 2
November 15-17, 23-24, 2019
Rexville Grange Art Show and Sale
Garry Oak Gallery
Guest Artist
November-December
December 7, 14, 2019
Skagit Valley College
Beginning Weaving
January 24-25, 2020
Skagit Valley Weavers Guild
Double Weave Workshop
March 28-29, 2020
Twisted Straight Fibers
Olympic Peninsula
Double Weave Workshop
April, 2020
Peninsula Weavers Guild
Loom Rehab, Repair, and Maintenance - Program
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Dye Techniques for Weavers
Painting for an Artisan Scarf
If you're a weaver looking for a new technique to take you to that next level, consider starting your own line of painted fashion scarves using an extremely easy method to paint your warps.
Here are a couple of photos from just some of my workshops
I am now offering a one-day weavers' workshop in Computer Design and Drafting, using Fiber Works PCW. I can supply a demo download for participants or directions to download from the web ahead of time, so that participants can come fully prepared. Take weaving to the next level by designing your own work and be even more proud of your weaving results.
Loom Maintenance, Repair and How to Make Your Loom Work for You"
Presentation
I've been in the side-business of restoring old looms for years and have encountered nearly every make and model, and shared my tips in Handwoven magazine articles. It's a shame to see a good loom sit idle for want of a tune-up or a new part. This is a program designed for weavers' guilds and groups. I also consult and give guidance if you want to buy or sell equipment and I usually know most of the market resources.
Double Weave
Double Weave is the easiest thing to learn, but it's probably better to take a workshop for your first go at it. One warp and we go thru nine different techniques to play with. Double layers, double cloth, windows, laces, little stuffed pillows within the cloth....
Crackle Weave - Mysteries and Magic. This class is comprised of fundamentals of the crackle structure, drafting using computer enhanced draw-downs (and a solid intro to computer drafting) , and hands on weaving using a multitude of treadling combinations. You'll learn something of twills, summer&winter, overshot and lace in the process. Plan on two 6- hour days for this workshop.
I always offer one-on-one tutorials and can
design a course just for your individual interests.
My work has appeared in Handwoven publications
A Lush, Brushed Blanket. JF09:60–61 [4]
Maintaining Your Loom. JF11:10
Beautiful bamboo. Handwoven: ND15, 62-63
Warps to dye for. Handwoven: MJ16, 62-63
Milk fiber. Handwoven: ND17, 62-63
Satin for the kitchen - bamboo towels. Handwoven: JF17, 36-37 [8]
Bubbles on your loom. Handwoven: JF18, 50-51 [4]
A lover of looms. Handwoven: SO18, 72
More than a feeling: the practical guide to floor looms. Handwoven: ND18, 22-23
Reflections on our American heritage: delightful weaving. Handwoven: MA19, 14-15
WeavingToday.com - numerous guest blogs
I've presented programs, workshops, seminars,
or judged for the following hosts
Washington and British Columbia
Fibers & Beyond Conferences
Methow Valley S&W Guild
Peace Arch Weavers Guild
Skagit Valley S&W Guild
Fiber Fusion Conferences
Whatcom Weavers Guild
Olympia Weavers Guild
Tacoma Weavers Guild
NWRSA Conference
Skagit Valley College
Evergreen State Fair
Skagit Spinners
Oregon
Central Oregon S&W Guild
~Bend and Sisters, OR~
Colorado
Northern Colorado Weavers Guild
The Estes Park Wool Market
Colorado State University
Poudre River Art Center
Global Village Museum
Spring Creek Gardens
Whole Foods Market
Steamboat Springs
Glenwood Springs
City of Fort Collins
Boulder County
Indigo Threads
Weld County
Other Locations
Utah State University
Cowgirl Yarns, Laramie, WY
My Affiliations
Association of Northwest Weavers' Guilds
Membership Chair (as of June 2016)
Skagit Valley Weavers Guild
Whatcom Weavers Guild
Seattle Weavers Guild
Complex Weavers
Montana Association of Weavers and Spinners
Northern Colorado Weavers Guild
Rocky Mountain Weavers Guild
Hand Weavers Guild of Boulder (Colorado)