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• May Weaving Open Studio

  • Start
    29 Apr 2024
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    9:00 AM
  • End
    31 May 2024
  •  
    9:00 PM
  • Location
    Saratoga Arts
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  May Weaving Open Studio

  Studio time will be available for students with weaving experience (i.e. can thread a loom and work on their own).  Registration covers the sole use of a loom for a 5 week period.  Thereafter, if the project is not complete the work will need to be removed from the loom. 

  Maximum Enrollment: 8

  If you need to purchase yarn, $15 cash can be given to Nancy Sharples

  5 Weeks, April 29th-May 31st, 2024

  Open Studio Hours: Monday - Saturday 9:00am- 9:00pm

  $50 member/ $62.50 non-member

  
  

  Hudson Mohawk Weavers' Guild

  www.hmwg.org

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• The Art of Sashiko: Japanese Embroidery

  • When
    7 May 2024
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    11:30 AM - 3:30 PM
  • Location
    Saratoga Arts
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  The Art of Sashiko: Japanese Embroidery

  taught by Megan Stacey

  
  

  In this workshop, you'll learn the fundamentals of Sashiko stitching, including how to create even, precise stitches and traditional geometric patterns. You'll explore the history and cultural significance of Sashiko, gaining insight into its origins as a form of functional embroidery used to reinforce and repair textiles.

  Please bring with you clothing that needs repair: specifically ripped jeans or other firm material, to best learn the technique on (and receive tips and tricks of other kinds of repair while there!).

  All materials and tools will be provided for the class.  

  1 session class, Tuesday, May 7th, 2024 11:30 AM-3:30 PM  

  $75 member/$87 non-member

  
  

  Price breakdown:

  $60 member/$72 non-member plus $10 material fee

  
  

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• The Art of Darning: Mend with Meaning

  • When
    8 May 2024
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    5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
  • Location
    Saratoga Arts
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  The Art of Darning: Mend with Meaning

  taught by Megan Stacey

  
  

  Join us for a transformative workshop where we'll delve into the time-honored practice of darning, a skill that not only repairs clothing but also imbues it with history, character, and a sense of sustainability. Whether you're a beginner or have some experience with sewing, this workshop is designed to inspire and empower you to embrace the beauty of visible mending.

  Please bring socks, sweaters, or other knit/fabric products with holes/sections missing for us to repair (and if you have yarn/embroidery floss you would like to use, feel free to bring it! We will have materials for use as well).

  All materials and tools will be provided for the class.  

  1 session class, Wednesday, May 8th, 2024 5:00-7:00 PM  

  $40 member/$46 non-member

  
  

  Price breakdown:

  $30 member/$36 non-member plus $10 material fee

  
  

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• Beginner Rug Hooking

  • Start
    9 May 2024
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  • End
    16 May 2024
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  • Schedule
    2 sessions
  • Location
    Saratoga Arts
  • Spaces left
    6

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  Beginner Rug Hooking

  taught by Marty Liptak

  
  

  Come learn about the world of rug hooking through this geometric hooked project. In class you will learn how to use both yarn and woolen strips. The pattern, a rug hook, and different color choices of wool will be provided to finish this pattern. Frames will available for loan.
  

  All materials and tools will be provided for the class. Optional to bring your own frame. Or a $50 deposit, cash or check, is due to the teacher at the first class to loan the frame. The frame can be brought to and from class each week to continue between sessions. 

  2 session class, Thursdays, May 9th-16th, 2024 12:00-3:00 PM

  $130 member/ $148 non-member

  Price breakdown:

  $90 member/$108 non-member plus $40 materials fee

  
  

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• Intro to Dyeing Wool Fibers & Yarn

  • When
    14 May 2024
  •  
    5:00 PM - 9:00 PM
  • Location
    Saratoga Arts
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  Intro to Dyeing Wool Fibers & Yarn

  taught by Nan Travers

  You will learn some different techniques for dyeing wool fibers and yarn. We will be using acid dyes and varying the process to achieve different outcomes. White wool fibers and white wool yarns will be provided, but students are welcome to bring their own wool fibers and yarn to overdye. If you bring your own, please make sure that the fiber and yarn are mostly or completely wool (animal/protein fiber). Cellulose fibers (e.g., cotton, flax) will not dye (but can stain) in acid dyes; as a result, blended fibers and yarns can have an interesting effect.

  Students are welcome to play once they have learned the basic techniques. This session is good for beginners as well as people who already have experienced dyeing.

  Students should wear old clothes that can get splashed with dye. If you have a waterproof apron, please bring; the teacher will also have some.
  

  All materials and tools will be provided for the class.  

  1 session class, Tuesday, May 14th, 2024 5:00-9:00 PM  

  $95 member/$107 non-member

  
  

  Price breakdown:

  $60 member/$72 non-member plus $35 material fee

  

  Wood Side Pond Studios

  http://www.woodsidepondstudios.com
  

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• Nature-Inspired Tote Bags: Fabric Painting

  • When
    14 May 2024
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    5:30 PM - 7:30 PM
  • Location
    Saratoga Arts
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  Nature-Inspired Tote Bags: Fabric Painting

  taught by Megan Stacey

  
  

  Join us for a creative journey where you'll learn to transform plain canvas tote bags into stunning works of art adorned with vibrant flora and fauna. In this workshop, participants will use materials collected from the park, along with fruits, vegetables, and house hold items to stamp, print, and paint their own canvas tote bags.

  All materials and tools will be provided for the class.  

  1 session class, Tuesday, May 14th, 2024 1:00 - 3:00 PM  

  $45 member/$51 non-member

  
  

  Price breakdown:

  $30 member/$36 non-member plus $10 material fee

  
  

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• Indigo Tie Dying

  • When
    15 May 2024
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    6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
  • Location
    Saratoga Arts
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  Indigo Tie Dying

  taught by Kathy Klompas

  
  

  Shibori is a Japanese tie-dye technique dating back to the 8th century; the uneven lines created by this method are a visual representation of the Japanese belief in the beauty of imperfection. You will learn how to clamp and tie your fabric to create unique patterns with indigo dye.

  
  

  Bring your own cloth items (up to 7 items made of natural fabric-cotton, linen, silk, pre-washed) such as a t-shirt apron, kitchen napkins or towels, etc. to dye. Or purchase a $10 scarf from the teacher.
  

  All materials and tools will be provided for the class.  

  1 session class, Wednesday, May 15th, 2024 6:00-9:00 PM  

  $55 member/$64 non-member

  
  

  Price breakdown:

  $45 member/$54 non-member plus $10 material fee

  

  Ragged Edge Printmaking Studio

  raggededgeprintstudio.com
  

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• Home in Stitches: Embroidered House Portraits

  • When
    21 May 2024
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    11:30 AM - 3:30 PM
  • Location
    Saratoga Arts
  • Spaces left
    10

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  Home in Stitches: Embroidered House Portraits

  taught by Megan Stacey

  
  

  Capture the essence and warmth of your home in a unique and timeless way with our "Home in Stitches" workshop. Join us for an in depth experience where you'll learn the art of transforming ordinary photographs into intricate works of textile art that celebrate the places we cherish most.

  Students are encouraged to bring several photographs of their home as inspiration for their embroidered portrait.

  All materials and tools will be provided for the class.  

  Ages 18+

  1 session class, Tuesday, May 21st, 2024 11:30 AM-3:30 PM  

  $70 member/$82 non-member

  
  

  Price breakdown:

  $60 member/$72 non-member plus $10 material fee

  
  

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• Nature-Inspired Tea Cloths: Fabric Painting

  • When
    30 May 2024
  •  
    11:00 AM - 1:00 PM
  • Location
    Saratoga Arts
  • Spaces left
    9

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  Nature-Inspired Tea Cloths: Fabric Painting

  taught by Megan Stacey

  
  

  Join us for a creative journey where you'll learn to transform plain canvas tote bags into stunning works of art adorned with vibrant flora and fauna. In this workshop, participants will use materials collected from the park, along with fruits, vegetables, and house hold items to stamp, print, and paint their own canvas tote bags.

  All materials and tools will be provided for the class.  

  1 session class, Thursday, May 30th, 2024 11:00 AM- 1:00 PM  

  $45 member/$51 non-member

  
  

  Price breakdown:

  $30 member/$36 non-member plus $10 material fee

  
  

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• June Weaving Open Studio

  • Start
    3 Jun 2024
  •  
    9:00 AM
  • End
    5 Jul 2024
  •  
    9:00 PM
  • Location
    Saratoga Arts
  • Spaces left
    8

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  June Weaving Open Studio

  Studio time will be available for students with weaving experience (i.e. can thread a loom and work on their own).  Registration covers the sole use of a loom for a 5 week period.  Thereafter, if the project is not complete the work will need to be removed from the loom. 

  Maximum Enrollment: 8

  If you need to purchase yarn, $15 cash can be given to Nancy Sharples

  5 Weeks, June 3rd-July 5th, 2024

  Open Studio Hours: Monday - Saturday 9:00am- 9:00pm

  $50 member/ $62.50 non-member

  
  

  Hudson Mohawk Weavers' Guild

  www.hmwg.org

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