Studio Workshops
The Art of Rug Hooking
Thursdays nights from 6:30 to 9:00 pm, : from January 21th to April9th
Picasso once said, "everyone is an artist". Whether you are an experienced rug hooker or a beginner, the art of creating is a joyous, exciting process, and we try to provide the room, space, and materials for that to happen. Through mentoring, demonstrations, or individual instruction, we encourage students to try new things, to be inspired by other artists, to find their voice. Join us in our all-in-one studio that encourages artists to relax, focus on their creativity, and get to know one another Coffee, tea and snacks will be served, materials available in studio
$125 + gst Sign up early, there are only a few spaces available
Hooking People / Story Rugs (all my secrets)
May 07, 08, 09, 2010 Class hours: 9:30 am to 3:30 pm
Students will be introduced to the beautiful techniques that will help them capture the essence of people in hooked rugs. Topics will include designing a rug with people as the main subject. Topics covered in this class will be hooking faces, skin tones, clothing, and posture. Students are encouraged to bring their ideas, old family photos and inspirations. Demonstrations on my dying techniques will also be covered during workshop. ( If students are not comfortable with their sketching skills, please contact me and I will help you before workshop dates) Patterns are available for those who chose to work from an existing pattern. ( please pre-order patterns before workshop dates) Some materials included
Coffee, Tea and lunch will be served
Class size: 4 to 6 maximum
$235+ gst
Rug Hooking for Beginner,
April 23, 24, 25, 2010 Class hours: 9:30am to 3:30 pm
Workshop will focus on making a beautiful rug by using simple ideas and designs.
Students will be introduced to the different selections of backing, wool preparation, transferring patterns, hooking, hand dying wool, and finished techniques. The following supplies are included with workshop; rug backing, enough wool to complete project (20"x 16" finished rug), edge braiding and a traditional hook.
Students will need to bring a frame or a 14" hoop and a pair of fabric scissors.
Coffee, Tea and snacks will be served
Classes size: 4to 6 maximum
$235 +gst
Rug hooking workshops noted above are given in my studio in St Albert, Alberta
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