General Workshop Details
The cost of workshops for 2020 is $60.00 per day with any Materials Fee to the instructor extra. Non-Las Arañas members will be charged an additional $35.00. This will cover membership dues if they care to join.
A Guild member usually houses the workshop instructor. This person provides breakfast and lunch for the instructor and possibly dinner the night before the workshop—the Guild covers the cost of dinners during the workshop. For this service, the person housing the instructor receives the workshop at half price (plus any materials fee).
Workshops generally start between 9-10 and end from 4-5.
*A Jodie Aves Scholarship was formed by the family and friends of the late, long-time and very active member of Las Arañas Spinners and Weavers Guild. Jodie was an avid spinner, dyer, knitter and general fiber enthusiast who readily and enthusiastically shared her knowledge and skills with her fellow guild members. In loving memory of her dedication to promoting education in the fiber arts, this Scholarship has been established to benefit the members of Las Arañas.
This Scholarship Fund is to be kept separate from the Las Arañas Scholarship Fund and is to be used specifically for Guild members who have signed up for a Guild sponsored workshop. The recipient of the scholarship will be chosen by lottery from those who have signed up for and paid for the workshop. The whole amount of the workshop fee (not including any materials fee) will be paid from this scholarship fund. A member of the Board of Directors or Executive Committee will draw the name of the workshop attendee and his/her workshop fee will be paid from this fund. (As workshop fees are not deposited until the workshop has started, the attendee’s check will be returned to them, undeposited.) Anyone receiving a scholarship will not be eligible to receive another one for three years from the date of the scholarship granted.
A Guild member usually houses the workshop instructor. This person provides breakfast and lunch for the instructor and possibly dinner the night before the workshop—the Guild covers the cost of dinners during the workshop. For this service, the person housing the instructor receives the workshop at half price (plus any materials fee).
Workshops generally start between 9-10 and end from 4-5.
*A Jodie Aves Scholarship was formed by the family and friends of the late, long-time and very active member of Las Arañas Spinners and Weavers Guild. Jodie was an avid spinner, dyer, knitter and general fiber enthusiast who readily and enthusiastically shared her knowledge and skills with her fellow guild members. In loving memory of her dedication to promoting education in the fiber arts, this Scholarship has been established to benefit the members of Las Arañas.
This Scholarship Fund is to be kept separate from the Las Arañas Scholarship Fund and is to be used specifically for Guild members who have signed up for a Guild sponsored workshop. The recipient of the scholarship will be chosen by lottery from those who have signed up for and paid for the workshop. The whole amount of the workshop fee (not including any materials fee) will be paid from this scholarship fund. A member of the Board of Directors or Executive Committee will draw the name of the workshop attendee and his/her workshop fee will be paid from this fund. (As workshop fees are not deposited until the workshop has started, the attendee’s check will be returned to them, undeposited.) Anyone receiving a scholarship will not be eligible to receive another one for three years from the date of the scholarship granted.
Guild Workshops
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double weave diversity workshop
Instructor: Jennifer Moore
Dates: June 19, 20 & 21 9:00am - 4:00pm
You can choose a warp for either a 4-shaft or 8-shaft sampler. Instructions and materials will be sent when you register. The 8-shaft sampler includes everything from the 4-shaft sampler plus a number of 2-block structures. Table or Floor looms are acceptable.
The workshop will be hold at the South Valley Multi-Purpose Senior Center, 2008 Larrazolo Rd. SW.
This is a Las Arañas workshop and the fee is $180. To hold your spot, fill in the registration form in the newsletter and send it with your check for $25 to Melissa Holt at 1405 Cardenas Drive NE in Albuquerque, NM 87110.
For more info, contact Dana Dawson at dana.dawson2@gmail.com or Myra Chang-Thompson at myrachangt@gmail.com.
Dates: June 19, 20 & 21 9:00am - 4:00pm
You can choose a warp for either a 4-shaft or 8-shaft sampler. Instructions and materials will be sent when you register. The 8-shaft sampler includes everything from the 4-shaft sampler plus a number of 2-block structures. Table or Floor looms are acceptable.
The workshop will be hold at the South Valley Multi-Purpose Senior Center, 2008 Larrazolo Rd. SW.
This is a Las Arañas workshop and the fee is $180. To hold your spot, fill in the registration form in the newsletter and send it with your check for $25 to Melissa Holt at 1405 Cardenas Drive NE in Albuquerque, NM 87110.
For more info, contact Dana Dawson at dana.dawson2@gmail.com or Myra Chang-Thompson at myrachangt@gmail.com.
CANCELED
hand painting skeins for warp workshop
Instructors: Las Arañas Guild Members
Dates: April 24 10-4
Using a cotton or cotton blend commercially or self prepared skein, participants will learn how to prepare the yarn for dyeing and creating a stunning warp. Special emphasis will be given in the use of fiber reactive dyes and in calculating the repeats of color areas. Be prepared to have a ton of fun! The workshop will be held at the South Valley Multi Purpose Senior Center at 2008 Larrazolo Road SW.
Students must provide their own cotton or cotton-blend yarns, (pre-washed), rubber gloves, a measuring tape, an apron and materials for taking notes. The fee is $50 plus $10 for dyes and chemicals. For more information, or to sign up, contact Myra Chang Thompson at 864-0876, 859-0680 or myrachangt@gmail.com.
Dates: April 24 10-4
Using a cotton or cotton blend commercially or self prepared skein, participants will learn how to prepare the yarn for dyeing and creating a stunning warp. Special emphasis will be given in the use of fiber reactive dyes and in calculating the repeats of color areas. Be prepared to have a ton of fun! The workshop will be held at the South Valley Multi Purpose Senior Center at 2008 Larrazolo Road SW.
Students must provide their own cotton or cotton-blend yarns, (pre-washed), rubber gloves, a measuring tape, an apron and materials for taking notes. The fee is $50 plus $10 for dyes and chemicals. For more information, or to sign up, contact Myra Chang Thompson at 864-0876, 859-0680 or myrachangt@gmail.com.
Past WorkshopS
EXPLORE COLOR COMPOSITIONS by Sarah jackson OCTOBER 25-27, 2019
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.
Shimmering Colors: the Magic of Iridescence Workshop by Bobby Irwin Fri-Sat-Sun, April 26-28, 2019
Fabrics that appear to change colors as the light and orientation change seem almost magical! Despite the restrictive “rules” you might have heard, these fabrics are easy to weave, and it doesn’t take gossamer silk or just plain weave to do it! Learn the many factors that influence the results: hue, value, luster, weave structure, and more. You’ll weave a plain-weave color sampler with a limited range of warp colors and up to 24 weft colors in pearl cotton. You’ll then analyze the sampler and choose two effective weft colors to make a second sampler on the same warp, experimenting with a variety of weave structures and color variations. Dozens of fabric swatches, both handwoven and factory-produced, will be available for your study. Multicolor iridescence and iridescence in black and white are some of the amazing possibilities! 4-shaft looms; all yarn supplied, 3 days For all experience levels, including beginners who are familiar with their equipment and basic weaving techniques.
Silk Spinning
by Maggie Casey
Thur & Fri, Oct. 25-26, 9—4
Silk is the Queen of fibers, loved for its beauty and strength. We will make our own mawata from bombyx mori cocoons and then move to spinning silk hankies. We will spin tussah, bombyx, muga and eri silk and explore the difference between top, noil & bricks. Preparation, blending with other fibers and finishing will be included as well. Beginning spinning skills required. Students should be able to spin a continuous yarn and be comfortable with their wheel. Students bring: spinning wheel & all its parts, Lazy Kate & 3 bobbins. Fine wool carders if they already own them. Instructor will provide: handouts, silk fibers, fibers for blending. This is a Las Arañas workshop & the cost is $120 (plus $35 for non-members) plus a $40 material fee. Limited to 15 students. A $25 deposit is required. Please fill in the registration form below
by Maggie Casey
Thur & Fri, Oct. 25-26, 9—4
Silk is the Queen of fibers, loved for its beauty and strength. We will make our own mawata from bombyx mori cocoons and then move to spinning silk hankies. We will spin tussah, bombyx, muga and eri silk and explore the difference between top, noil & bricks. Preparation, blending with other fibers and finishing will be included as well. Beginning spinning skills required. Students should be able to spin a continuous yarn and be comfortable with their wheel. Students bring: spinning wheel & all its parts, Lazy Kate & 3 bobbins. Fine wool carders if they already own them. Instructor will provide: handouts, silk fibers, fibers for blending. This is a Las Arañas workshop & the cost is $120 (plus $35 for non-members) plus a $40 material fee. Limited to 15 students. A $25 deposit is required. Please fill in the registration form below
Past Workshop Highlights
Kathy Hattori
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Jacey Boggs Faulkner
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TOm Knisely
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Classes
These classes are taught by local fiber artists, most of whom are members of Las Aranas. Please support them and take their wonderful classes.
Weaving Classes
by Myra Chang Thompson
email: tecolotetextiles@gmail.com
website: http://tecolotetextiles.weebly.com
by Robin Pascal
Perfect Buttons - Edgewood NM, www.perfectbuttons.com
by Cathelena Burr
Southwest Decoratives, 5711 Carmel Ave. NE
email: tecolotetextiles@gmail.com
website: http://tecolotetextiles.weebly.com
by Robin Pascal
Perfect Buttons - Edgewood NM, www.perfectbuttons.com
by Cathelena Burr
Southwest Decoratives, 5711 Carmel Ave. NE
Inkle Weaving
by Annie MacHale
Ongoing classes at all levels from beginner to advanced pickup methods. At Annie’s home in Edgewood. Call Annie at 681-3078 for class schedules.
Ongoing classes at all levels from beginner to advanced pickup methods. At Annie’s home in Edgewood. Call Annie at 681-3078 for class schedules.