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Open Studio
Tuesdays and Thursdays
10 am - 3 pm
Member: $27 Non member: $30
Limited to 10 students.

Beginning Pine Needle Basketry

Kim Black from Beaver Meadow Baskets
Saturday, April 11th
9:00am – 3:00pm
Member: $60
Non-member: $65
Material Fee: $10.00

Registration Deadline: Monday, April 6th

Students learn about materials, collection and preparation for pine needle baskets.  A 4” basket starting from a wood base will be made. 

All materials are provided by the instructor and no experience is necessary. 

Bring a lunch. 

Cedar Basket Weaving
with Connie Graves

Saturday, April 18th
10:00-4:00
Member: 55.00
Non-Member: 60.00
Material Fee: 15.00

Registration Deadline: Wednesday, April 15th 

Come and create a small woven cedar basket. Students will make a 3 X 3 cedar basket using strips of pre-prepared cedar. Learn techniques such as twining and plaiting which can be used in other basket weaving projects.  You should bring scissors, an apron and a small paring knife if possible.

Kumi Himo Braiding
Kay Fielding
Saturday, May 2nd, 10 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Member: $50 Non-Member: $55
Material Fee: $20
Registration Deadline: April 24th

Kumi Himo is a Japanese braiding technique that was used for ties, cording, belts and even closures for a Samurai’s armor. In this class, students use a variety of fibers to create elaborate and colorful braids. No experience is required and materials are provided by the instructor.

“More Skills” Pine Needle Baskets
Kim Black from Beaver Meadow Baskets

Saturday, May 9th
9:00am – 3:00pm
Member: $60.00
Non-member: $70.00
Material Fee: $15.00

Registration Deadline:  Friday, May 1st 

Students will need to pick up kits at Mission Mill Museum at least one week in advance to prepare for the class.

If you have already taken a pine needle basketry classes and wish to expand your skills, this is the class you've been looking for.  To maximize our time reviewing and learning new skills, you will receive supplies prior to the class to create one or two bases.  One base will be used to learn a sampler of new stitches.  The other base will be used to learn other skills such as: shaping, lids, single or double handles.  If you would like to learn teneriffe weaving, then only one base is needed.  Wood bases will be provided so creating the bases for class will not require a lot of time.

Because everyone typically wants to learn something different, it is a great way to expand and learn a range of skills.

Bring a lunch.

Beginning Quilling
Cheryl Stavrianeas
Saturday, May 23rd, 10 a.m. – Noon
Member: $18 Non-member: $23
Registration Deadline: May 18th

Paper quilling is, simply, the art of rolling paper into designs, shapes, or pictures. Quilling, or paper filigree, was believed to have started in the 16th or 17th centuries. During this period, it was common for nuns to decorate religious pictures with quilled borders and shapes. During the 18th century, quilling moved from its religious beginnings, to the wealthy or noble families, as the wealthy were the only ones who had the time to dedicate to this craft. In addition, the cost of paper was extremely high and only the wealthy would be able to afford it. Paper quilling continued through the end of the Victorian era.

Quilling has become quite popular in the 21st century. This is due, in part, to the popularity of paper arts and crafts. Scrapbook and card making have revitalized the interest in paper filigree.

This two-hour class will cover what quilling is, the basic techniques, and then putting those skills together to make a flower bouquet. Students leave with a piece of art, and enough knowledge to continue quilling on their own. No experience is necessary and the instructor provides materials. Additional kits will be available for sale.

Beginning Gourd Class
Kim Black from Beaver Meadow Baskets

Saturday, June 13th
9:00am – 3:00pm
Member: $60.00
Non-member: $65.00
Material Fee:  $10.00

Registration Deadline: Monday, June 1st

Come learn the art of gourds.  Wash, clean, mark, and cut gourds.  Then add pine needles, paint, or any other type of decoration imaginable. 

No experience is necessary, but come ready to get a little dirty.

Bring a lunch.

Independent Study
Four sessions by arrangement.
Fee: Varies

This is a unique opportunity for fiber arts students who wish to pursue a self-directed program of study. Meet with an instructor privately for one hour per week for instruction and advice. Tuition includes the use of studio/equipment for one month during regular Open Studio hours. Call the office at (503) 585-7012, extension 237, to discuss scheduling and equipment. Email to Shanel Parette.

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Special Independent Study in Beginning Weaving
W- Donna Stor or Marie Wallace
Four 2-hour sessions by arrangement.
Fee: Members $130
Non-Members $145

Learn to weave with Donna or Marie. Each of the four private lessons are two hours, allowing the student and instructor to tackle the basics of four-harness weaving, including warping, threading the loom, and basic weave structures. Students will take on a first project and have something to show for their efforts!

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Independent Study in Weaving
W- Donna Stor or Marie Wallace
Four sessions by arrangement.
Fee: Members $70
Non-Members $77

Students familiar with fundamentals may choose a specific area to study, such as double-weave, a specific weave structure, designing cloth for a specific use, etc. Donna also teaches inkle loom weaving. Looms are used to weave narrow bands of cloth. Learn to warp the loom to create warp faced vertical and horizontal stripes, the Latin American horizontal bar, or for supplementary warp pick up in the tradition of the Baltic countries. No previous weaving experience necessary.

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Independent Study
in Bobbin or Tatted Lace
w/ Venessa Godfrey
Member: $65
Non-member: $72

The art of lace making is alive and well, and Venessa can show you how it was made prior to the industrial revolution. If you’re looking for a new hobby, or you are a fiber artist that would like to learn another method to embellish your creations, this class will have you well on the way! Supply list will be provided.
Beginners welcome

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Independent Study in Rug Hooking
Phoebe Swank
Cost: Varies depending on project

Learn to express your creativity through rug hooking - a craft that you will enjoy for a lifetime. Number of sessions and fee dependent on project.

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Beginning Knitting
Betsy Bailey
Three 1-hour sessions arranged with instructor
Member: $60 Non-member: $65

Students learn basic cast on and off, knit and purl and basic increase and decrease. Students choose to make a hat or scarf.