Weaving Classes with Linda Hartshorn
In the Fiber Arts Studio At The Ink People Center for the Arts, Eureka, California
Please Note: due to earthquake damage at The Ink People, classes have moved to a temporary location at Winship Middle School / Eureka Adult Education, 2500 Cypress Avenue, Eureka, CA.
Classes meet one evening a week for 8 weeks.
See the Teaching Schedule for specific dates and times. Cost is $140 plus materials.
 Beginning Weaving Class |
Beginning Weaving Starting in October and January Learn to weave and create a beautiful textile! We will weave a sampler and scarf in wool yarn using plain weave and twills. You will make a warp and dress the loom, try out different yarns and weave structures, and discover how your loom works. You will also learn basic drafting. |
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 Intermediate Weaving Class |
Intermediate Weaving Starting in October and January Learn more about weaving as you create your own special project. Choose to make a scarf or shawl, towels, yardage, a rug, or whatever you like. You can weave a project from a book or magazine, or from one of Linda’s drafts and samples. If you are a more advanced student you can design your own project with help from the instructor. |
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 Spring Workshop with guest instructor Robyn Spady |
Spring Workshop (featuring a guest instructor) March Linda will invite a special guest instructor to the Fiber Arts Studio to teach a three day workshop. Participating instructors include Nancy Kennedy, Robyn Spady, and Joanne Tallarovic. Sponsored by the Humboldt Handweavers and Spinners Guild. |
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Special Study Class Starting in April This class is offered for students who have already taken Beginning Weaving and are ready to take off with what they have learned. A different topic is presented each year. Previous classes include Rug Weaving, Painted Warp, Woven Shibori, Overshot, Ikat Weaving, and Shadow Weave. This class is always fun and inspiring! |
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About the Studio The classroom is fully equipped with twelve Gilmore looms and a Baby Wolf loom. The looms are 4- and 8- shaft jack looms. Warping boards, shuttles, winders and other tools are all provided for your use. Our temporary location, Winship Middle School / Eureka Adult Education is located at 2500 Cypress Avenue, Eureka, Ca. Map: Temporary Location at Winship Middle School. The Ink People Center for the Arts can be contacted at 707-442-8413, www.inkpeople.org. |
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Painted Warp Weaving Class