Educational Workshops

The San Juan County Textile Guild offers educational workshops taught by acclaimed instructors. Fees vary by teacher and the number of students registered. A $50 deposit is required for each class. In addition to tuition, there is a materials fee for most classes. Workshops are held at various venues across the islands.

Workshops are open first to SJCTG members, then to non-members on a space-available basis. A deposit is required for each workshop.

• SJCTG members can sign up for these workshops using the form furnished under the member login from the Home page.
• Non-members click here for sign-up form. Download the PDF file and print.
• For workshop questions, you can contact our workshop person @ Email Us!

November 5-7, 2010
San Juan County Textile Guild Fall Retreat on Orcas Island
Brought back by popular demand! We will gather at the Dederer Center and Cottages at Camp Orkila for an October weekend of fun, sharing and learning. What better way to transition into a productive and creative winter? No meals to cook and good company while we work with our choice of interests. Workshops are being planned so put the dates on your calendar now and reserve your space.
Where: Dederer Center at Camp Orkila, Orcas Island
Cost: Estimted at $150

SJCTG WORKSHOPS 2011

January 25, 26, 27
Double Weave Diversity with Jennifer Moore
Learn all about the magic of doubleweave! Doubleweave is the weaving of two layers of cloth at the same time, one above the other on the loom, creating beautiful reversible cloth. It also can be woven so that one side is open thereby doubling the width of the cloth that can be woven on your loom. In this workshop participants will weave a sampler that explores weaving two independent layers of cloth, double-width cloth, tubular weaving, color-and-weave effects, pique, quilting and doubleweave pick-up. Graphing designs and working with multiple colors will be introduced. These techniques can then be taken home to create clothing, sculptural pieces, decorative hangings and whatever else the imagination can dream of. Level- beginning to intermediate. Students will bring a 4-shaft table or floor loom warped according to instructions. Jennifer Moore is a talented weaver with a studio in Santa Fe, New Mexico and the author of
the soon to be released book, The Weaver’s Studio: Doubleweave, published by Interweave Press.
Check out http://www.doubleweaver.com/index.html to see samples of Jennifer’s work.
Where: To be determined
Cost: $175 - $200

February 11, 12
Oval Willow Shopper or Magazine Basket with Katherine Lewis
Both projects are taught by Katherine Lewis who grows and prepares all her own willow. Both have scallomed stakes, and this exciting technique will be demonstrated and taught. The oval shopper is a great beginner to intermediate willow project. Students will weave the base on an oval hoop frame, and scallom on the stakes. Beginners can make the shopper; while more experienced students can choose the magazine basket. The student will also be able to choose between several side weave techniques. The basket will be finished with a 5 rod border and handle. No twining! Some hand strength advisable, and comfort using a knife is highly advisable. Katherine Lewis is a basketmaker in the Pacific Northwest where she has been weaving willow for eighteen years. She works on her farm near Mount Vernon, Washington where she grows selected varieties of basketry willow allowing her to choose the quality, color, and texture of her weaving materials. Katherine's goal is to weave willow baskets that are functional and durable while reflecting the natural beauty of the willows. She has studied with accomplished basketmakers from England, Switzerland, France, and Scotland. An extensive background in traditional European techniques coupled with willow growing has given her the abilities and inspiration to pursue this traditional craft with her own vision.
Where: To be determined
Cost: $125 - $175, plus $70 materials fee

April 7, 8, 9
SPIN, SPIN, SPIN with Judith MacKenzie McCuin on Shaw Island
A 3 day spinning workshop with the emphasis on – 1) Review of structure, of worsted, woolen, etc. without samples being available for the public eye. A chance to re-think how you attempt the end result you would like to have. 2) Spinning the Wild Fibers of our world and 3) Spinning many of the exotic Fibers: new, old, manufactured, and natural. Spinners should be able to produce a continuous thread and be familiar with their wheels Judith MacKenzie McCuin is a nationally known teacher, master weaver, spinner, and fiber artist now living in Washington State. Judith teaches as only she can--with depth of knowledge honed by years of practice, patience, creative informality, personal and historical perspective, great humor, and hands-on expertise that demystifies any process. Classes with Judith are an experience in learning the story behind every fiber and process. Judith is a regularly featured author in Spin-Off Magazine and has published books and DVDs of instruction including, Teach Yourself Visually: Hand spinning, The Intentional Spinner, and Popular Wheel Mechanics.
Where: Shaw Island Community Center
Cost: $125 - $175

April 11,12,13,14
Beginning/Intermediate Weaving with Judith MacKenzie McCuin on Shaw Island
This workshop will be ideal for those who have recently taken Beginning Weaving to take you to the next step of weaving experience; for those returning to weaving for however long an absence; and for beginners. Loom basics and warping will prepare weavers for planning and executing a project.Weave structures will also be explored. A functional loom is required. Class size will be limited to 14.
Where: Shaw Island Community Center (housing available on Shaw)
Cost: $180 - $200

• SJCTG members can sign up for these workshops using the form furnished under the member login from the Home page.
• Non-members - click here for sign-up form. Download the PDF file and print.

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