Beading |
| Class | Amulet Purse Pendant |
| Instructor | Cindy Caraway |
| class minimum 2 - maximum 5 |
| Date & Time | 1-4 pm Wednesday January 30 or 1-4 pm Wednesday April 2 (1 session class) |
| Class Description | Techniques used: tubular peyote, fringe techniques
Amulet purses are small purses or pouches usually attached to a strap so they can be worn as a necklace. Use them to carry affirmations, goals, or other small items that are special to you.
During this 3 hour class, the student will learn how to use tubular peyote stitch to make their own small amulet purse pendant embellished with simple fringe.
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| Supplies | Size 12 Beading needles and thread
Delica beads in choice of colors
Size 8 and size 6 beads in choice of colors
an Assortment of specialty beads, drops and charms
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| Cost | $30 plus materials |
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| Class | Bead Embroidery Workshop |
| Instructor | Cindy Caraway |
| workshop minimum 1, maximum 4 |
| Date & Time | 10-5 pm Thursday Feb 28 - Full day workshop - (with break for lunch) or
10-5 pm Thursday May 1 - Full day workshop - (with break for lunch) |
| Class Description | The workshop will be making an Amulet Pendant
Techniques used: various bead embroidery and beadweaving techniques.
Beaders of all levels will love this full-day workshop on bead embroidery! This is great way to use up those left-over beads from other projects (but also a great excuse for buying a few more). Using a variety of beads and stitching techniqies, each student will take home an original one-of-a-kind piece of wearable bead art at the end of the day.
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| Supplies | Size 12 sharps needles and thread
A variety of seed beads in all sizes
An assortment of specialty beads, buttons or cabochons with flat sides
3" x 4" piece of Easy felt (provided)
3" x 4" piece of Suede Leather (provided)
Tacky glue or other clear-drying PVC adhesive
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| Cost | $65 plus materials |
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| Class | Button Bracelet - beginner level |
| Instructor | Cindy Caraway |
| class minimum 2, maximum 5 |
| Date & Time | 2-4 pm Thursday January 31 or 2-4 pm Thursday April 3 |
| Class Description | Techniques used: Double needle weave
During this 2-hour class students will use a double needle weave to make a pretty bracelet using the beautiful selection of shank buttons available at Grinnell FiberWorks.
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| Supplies | Size 12 Beading needles and thread
5-6 shank buttons
30 fringe beads
5 8mm beads
16 4 or 6mm bicone crystals or glass beads
Delica beads in coordinating colors
Size 8 seed beads in coordinating colors
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| Cost | $20 plus materials |
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| Class | Spiral Rope Bracelet |
| Instructor | Cindy Caraway |
| Class minimum 2, maximum 5 |
| Date & Time | 10-1 pm Thursday January 31 or 10-1 pm Thursday April 3 |
| Class Description | Techniqies used: spiral rope
During this 3 hour class students will learn a versatile spiral stitch to make a slip-on bracelet. Make it in the colors of your choice to wear with your favorite outfit.
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| Supplies | Size 12 Beading needles and thread
Delica beads in choice of colors
Size 8 and size 6 beads in choice of colors
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| Cost | $30 plus materials |
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| Class | Beginning Bracelets |
| Instructor | Melissa Lewis |
| Date & Time | 6-8:30 Tuesdays - January 22, February 12, March 11, April 15, May 13 |
| Class Description | Learn 3 different techniques for constructing beaded bracelets, using wire, elastic, memory wire. |
| Cost | $10 includes stringing materials, beads are extra. |
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| Class | Beginning Earrings |
| Instructor | Melissa Lewis |
| Date & Time | 6-8:30 pm Tuesdays - January 29, February 26, March 25, April 29, May 27 |
| Class Description | Learn to make 3 different styles of earrings, how to use the correct tool for the correct application, and the best notions and findings for a project. |
| Cost | $10 includes wire and notions. Beads are extra. |
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| Class | Flower Trellis Bracelet - beginner level |
| Instructor | Cindy Caraway |
| class minimum 2, maximum 5 |
| Date & Time | 1-4 pm Wednesday February 27 or 1-4 pm Wednesday April 30 |
| Class Description | Techniques used: Right angle weave, fringe techniques
During this 3 hour class students will use right angle weave to fashion a cuff bracelet with flirty fringe embellishments. This pretty bracelet is reminiscent of flowers on a garden trellis and can be made in any color combination to match your best spring outfit!
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| Supplies | Size 12 Beading needles and thread
Size 8 seed beads
an Assortment of specialty beads, drops and charms
1 shank button for clasp
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| Cost | $30 plus materials |
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| Class | Peyote Stitch Brooch |
| Instructor | Lyndsay Helmrich |
| Date & Time | 10-12 pm Saturday March 15 |
| Class Description | Learn a simple technique of Peyote stitch while making an organic style brooch. Lyndsay is a talented Grinnell college student who loves the creative process. |
| Supplies | Delica beads, cabachon, bead needles, beading thread. All can be purchased at GFW. Lyndsay will help with color choices. |
| Cost | $15 plus materials |
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Crafts |
| Class | Kids Craft Class - ages 8-12 years |
| Instructor | Rebecca Loew |
| Date & Time | 3:15 - 4:45 pm Wednesdays, February 6, 13, 20, 27 |
| Class Description | Nothing to do this winter? Come have fun creating! At each class we will do a different project using many fun sewing and embellishment techniques. Sparkling Angelina fibers, Shiva paint sticks, hand sewing and beading, are just a few of the things we'll be working with in class. |
| Cost | $25 which includes supplies |
| Sign up early as space is limited.
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Felting |
| Class | Felt Dogs New! |
| Instructor | Betsy Shannon |
| Date & Time | 6-7:30 pm Thursday February 21* note date change |
| Class Description | This class is a great way to learn the fun and easy art of wool felting by creating a darling miniature dog. |
| Supplies | When registering, please choose the breed of dog from the following list, or one that has the closest colors to your favorite dog, or bring your own dog's hair (full fee will still apply):
Afghan Hound
Bernese Mountain Dog
Catalan Sheepdog
Chihuahua
Dalmatian
Daschund
French Bulldog
Labrador Retriever
Mini Schnauzer
Papillion
Pomeranian
Scottish Terrier
Shiba Inu
Siberian Husky
Toy Poodle
Wire Haired Terrier
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| Cost | $20 includes kit ($18.95) |
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| Class | Felted Bead Necklace |
| Instructor | Lyndsay Helmrich |
| Date & Time | 10-12 Noon Saturday February 23 |
| Class Description | Try out the magical technique of playing with wool roving, felting, shaping, beading, embellishing it, or with it or both! Lyndsay Helmrich is a talented Grinnell college student who loves experimenting with the creative process. |
| Supplies | All supplies are available at GFW |
| Cost | $15.00 plus supplies (under $10) |
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Fiber Arts |
| Class | Realism to Abstract from a Photo - a four day workshop with Esterita Austin |
| Instructor | Esterita Austin |
| http://www.esteritaaustin.com |
| Date & Time | Thursday - Sunday July 10-13 |
| Class Description | In this class you will be guided through a series of design exercises to create an original abstract composition. Using your own photograph as a starting point (guidelines will be provided) you will be shown how to translate your design into a workable pattern and from there create an original fiber composition. A variety of fusing and painting techniques will be incorporated into the construction. |
| Cost | $295 includes lunch for 4 days |
| Accommodations:
We are working with Grinnell College so out-of-town guests can stay in the air conditioned dorms for $15 per person per night, and within a short walking distance of the store and the whole downtown area.
Deadline for registration is April 30 due to flight reservations, etc
Policies for Realism to Abstract workshop-No Refunds or store credit for student cancellation.
Frequent Buyer Cards may not be used for class payment.
GFW reserves the right to cancel the class if minimum class size is not met, and if the class must be cancelled, all registered and paid students will be sent a full refund by May 15, 2008.
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| Class | Angelina, Crystalina and Wool Roving Fibers |
| Instructor | Sue Kluber |
| Date & Time | 6-8 pm Monday March 24, 6-8 pm or 10-Noon Saturday March 29 |
| Class Description | Experience the fun and amazing creative results learning how, where and when to use Angelina, Crystalina with a little wool roving mixed in. We will be making a small project or sample. |
| Cost | $25 includes kit |
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| Class | Hot and Cold Water Solubles |
| Instructor | Sue Kluber |
| Date & Time | 6-8 pm Monday January 28 or 10-12 pm Saturday Jan 26 |
| Class Description | Experience the fun and amazing creative results learning how, where and when to use hot or cold water solubles. We will be making a small project or sample. |
| Cost | $25 includes kit |
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| Class | Shiva Stick Creativity |
| Instructor | Sue Kluber |
| Date & Time | 6-8 pm Monday - February 18 or 10-Noon Saturday February 23 |
| Class Description | Experience the fun and amazing creative results learning how, where and when to use Shiva Stik paints. We will be making a small project or sample. |
| Cost | $25 includes kit |
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Quilting |
| Class | Beginning Quilt Piecing |
| Instructor | Lisa Henderson |
| Date & Time | 6:30 - 8:00 pm Mondays, January 28 thru February 25 |
| Class Description | Learning how to make quilts is fun and rewarding. Students will learn about selecting fabric, color values and hues, cutting fabric, and constructing the quilt top.
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| Supplies | Sewing machine and sewing supplies are required. |
| Cost | $35 plus the cost of fabric. A book is included in the price |
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| Class | Hand Quilting* note new date and time New! |
| Instructor | Rebecca Loew |
| Date & Time | 6: 30-8 pm Third Wednesdays of each month beginning January 16 |
| Class Description | This informal gathering will celebrate the age old tradition of handquilting. Bring a project to work on or scraps to practice as Rebecca assists students through the process. All are welcome. |
| Cost | There is no charge for this informal class. |
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| Class | Beginning Needle-turn Applique Class |
| Instructor | Angela Lawrence |
| Date & Time | 10-3 pm Saturday April 12 |
| Class Description | In this beginning needle-turn appliqué class, Angela will teach you the basic appliqué stitch and help you understand the techniques of needle-turn appliqué. You will make this simple appliqué block suitable for use in a sampler quilt or a small wall hanging.
To reserve a space contact Dorothy Palmer, 641-236-6817
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| Supplies | All Workshop participants will be provided with a free pattern. Class supply list will be available upon registering
To reserve a space contact Dorothy Palmer, 641-236-6817 |
| Cost | $35 - guild members, $40 - non guild members |
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| Class | Strip Club |
| Instructor | Betsy Shannon |
| Date & Time | 6-8 pm First Thursay of the month Feb 7, Mar 6, Apr 3, May 1 |
| Class Description | Join Grinnell FiberWorks first and ONLY Strip Club!
GFW has cut over four hundred 2.5" x 21" Batiks in all colors of the rainbow. Join the comraderie and card sharks! Meet monthly, play cards, show-n-tell, pick up a project sheet, share ideas, eat Pizza.
Along with the project sheet, books and other free patterns will be offered to inspire. What a way to get a great mix of batiks in one quilt or project.
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| Cost | $5 a month to cover pizza and chocolate! |
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Sewing |
| Class | Sewing 101 - Make a Cool Bag/Backpack |
| Instructor | Rebecca Loew |
| Date & Time | 1-3:30 pm Sunday February 24 |
| Class Description | For all of you who want to learn how to sew, this is the class for you! You'll leave with a finished bag that can be used for anything! The bag can also be made as a back pack. Plus you'll know how easy it is to make cool stuff with your sewing machine! |
| Supplies | Must have a sewing machine in good working condition.
Supplies to bring: two-1.25 yard cuts of coordinating fabric, scissors, coordinating thread, pins, seam ripper. All supplies may be purchased at GFW. |
| Cost | $15 includes pattern |
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