Weaving Classes
Explore Color Compositions
by Sarah Jackson Fri-Sun, Oct 25-27 In this 3-day workshop students will explore color compositions, weave samples in 2 weave structures on 4-shafts and discover how to effectively translate color combinations into woven cloth. Participants will complete the workshop with a greater understanding of how colors interact in woven cloth. They will learn how to sample effectively and how to evaluate ideas for cloth using their sample color combinations. This workshop includes a pre-wound warp (mailed 1 month prior to the workshop) and a selection of over 100 colors of 8/2 cotton for weft. This is a Las Arañas workshop and the fee is $180 plus a materials fee. Fill in the registration form on workshop page and send it with your check for $25 to Janis Teal. Inkle Weaving Classes
by Annie MacHale Sunday, Oct. 13 Color & Design, 10-noon Set-up & Weave, 12:30-4 Monday, Oct. 28 Pickup on the Horizontal Bar Background 12:30-5 Saturday, Nov. 9 Baltic Pickup on the Inkle Loom, 12-5 All classes are at Annie’s home. For more info go to https://aspinnerweaver. blogspot.com/p/upcoming-events.html. Weaving Classes
by Cathlena Burr Warping Review - Thur-Fri, Oct. 10-11; 9:30-4 Are you not weaving because you're feeling shaky about dressing the loom, or wish you were more efficient in the process, or maybe its just been a while since you last warped a loom? In this class I will work with you and your chosen project to get that loom warped. This class will review front to back or back to front; whichever you prefer. You will need a portable loom to bring to class. This is for people who have warped a loom at least once before. $140.24 (includes tax) Beginning 4-Shaft Weaving Tues-Thur, Nov. 5-7 & Mon-Wed, Nov. 11-13 9:30-4 All you need to know to get started weaving on a 4-shaft loom: figuring materials, reading patterns, dressing the loom (3 times for good practice), practicing good techniques, color play, problem solving and having fun. I will supply all the looms, equipment, notebooks, materials (for the first 2 warps), tools, etc. $350.59 (includes tax). All classes are at SW Decoratives, 5711 Carmel NE. Contact Cathlena at 264-7969 or gingkoweavesbyc@gmail.com. 
Dyeing ClassesHand Painting Yarn Class
by Robin Pascal Date is October, 26; 1-3 You may bring up to 4 oz. of yarn in a skein, any fiber except polyester, acrylic or viscose. Blends are OK. $35. classes are at Robin’s Studio in Edgewood. Email robin at robin@perfectbuttons.com to reserve your space & get directions. Felting ClassesNeedle Felting Classes by Judy Chapman Needle Felt a Pumpkin Oct 22; 10:30—12:00+, $40. Bring a lunch. This is a good beginner class. Needle Felt a Bar or Soap Oct 24; 10:30—12:00+, $40. Bring a lunch. This is a good beginner class. Needle Felt a Pumpkin Oct 29; 10:30— 12:00+, $40. Bring a lunch. This is a good beginner class. All classes are at Nob Hill Fabrics, 4401 Cutler Ste C. All materials included. Call Judy at (540) 661-2748 to schedule. Our Guild Library Has Great Books
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:: Upcoming ::Next meetingWhen: October 24, 2019 6:30 pm
Location: South Valley Multipurpose Senior Center What: Sarah Jackson will discuss "Fresh Ideas for Developing Color" The next meeting of the Las Arañas Spinners & Weavers Guild is Thursday evening, October 24 at 6:30 at South Valley Multipurpose Senior Center, 2008 Larrazolo Rd. SW (see map below). Sarah Jackson will present a program on Developing Color Studies and How Various Weave Structures Impact Color Interaction. Sarah, a nationally known teacher and textile artist, conducts workshops for guild and regional conferences that explore color and design in weaving. Currently, she is designing patterns for and organizing virtual weaving workshops. She says, “Whether designing for the home or one-of-a-kind garments, my weaving reflects a passion for marrying structure, fiber and color to produce cloth that is unique, practical, beautiful and just right for the intended purpose
2019 Las Arañas ScheduleOctober 24, 2019 Meeting- Sarah Jackson will discuss fresh ideas for developing color
December 14, 2019 Holiday Party: Los Colinas Retirement Community. February 27-29, 2020- Spider’s Market: Albuquerque Garden Center. May 20, 2020 - Las Arañas 50th Anniversary Dinner & Fashion Show July, 24-30, 2020 - Convergence: Knoxville, Tennessee. 2019 Meetings: Most meetings for Las Aranas through will be at the South Valley Multipurpose Senior at Center. South Valley Multipurpose Senior CenterTemariBeginning Temari by Cathlena Burr
Wednesday, Oct. 16; 1-4:30 We will begin at the beginning! Learn this ancient and beautiful Japanese art of three dimensional embroidery (on a ball!) A portable way to play with color and geometric designs, Temari makes great ornaments for your tree or display and wonderful gifts. I will supply all the materials needed for your first ball. There will be threads and metallics for sale. $43.15 (includes tax). All classes are at SW Decoratives, 5711 Carmel NE. Contact Cathlena at 264-7969 or gingkoweavesbyc@gmail.com. 
Knitting ClassesKnitting Classes
Knitting classes are 4 Sunday’s per class each month Beginning—1-3; Ongoing—3-5 Beginning Knitting is for the no experience, want-to-learn-knitter. Learn knit & purl stitches, several cast on methods, bind off, increase and decrease. Also includes types of yarn, knitting abbreviations & how to read yarn labels. 1st project is a fast, easy skinny scarf. Ongoing Knitting is for students who have the basics and want to learn more skills, how to read patterns, add more stitches. Patterns included are Triangle Shawl, Wash/Dish Cloth, Cable Headband, Hat on double-pointed needles, Poncho, Customized Pullover Sweater pattern & Toe-up Socks. The classes are at SW Craft Connection, 3107 Eubank Blvd NE #27, Scottsdale Shopping Center. Cost is $50 plus tax for the 4 classes. Register at www.swcraft connection.net. Contact Robin at 286-1783 or robin@perfectbuttons.com with questions. The Yarn Store At Nob HillNew to Spinning & Weaving ? Try this Page. |
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Las Arañas Spinning and Weaving Guild was formed in 1971 by a group of spinners and weavers in the Albuquerque, New Mexico area. Its goal is to provide education and learning experiences for its members and increase awareness of and appreciation for fiber arts throughout New Mexico and beyond. Let us be one of your rituals of connection!