Warm Weaving: Focus on Wooly Yarns
Class - Textiles | Available
Warm Weaving: Focus on Wooly Yarns will encourage students to focus on incorporating textured into their weavings. Fibers have different qualities - cotton is bright, strong and forgiving; linen is strong with a sheen; wool is fluffy, stretchy and fulls to be soft and snuggly. These wool yarns are perfect for a loose winter wrap, or firmly felted and solid enough for a kilt! Students can choose to add patterns to create an heirloom blanket.
This intense weekend workshop is for the adventurous level 2 beginner: previous weaving experience is necessary, as wearable wool requires a gentle beat. *** Please note: class will meet on Thursday and Friday evenings from 6 - 8 pm, then on Saturday from 10 am - 4 pm.
All supplies will be included, but students may wish to bring their own yarn for a larger variety of choices. Ages 14 and up.
Kathryn Gauldin
Kathryn employs pattern, texture and color using printmaking, weaving, dyes and other materials in combinations to make art and fine craft. Kathryn enjoys the challenge of materials and structure, sometimes redefining and repurposing the intention of the material, with great inspiration from nature. She studied art at UNCG, WCU, Haywood Production Crafts program and has a BA in Art from High Point College and continues to make mistakes and learn new things. She exhibits locally, participates in residencies and presents workshops. Kathryn has been awarded several grants that fund new projects that are easily found on social media and local galleries.