Instructor: Fran Collier Singh October 8-10 During this weekend intensive you will explore the amazing versatility of a knitting machine. We will use a series of projects and exercises to develop basic skills as well as explore color, texture and pattern using a variety of techniques such as weaving-in, tuck stitch, slip stitch, fair isle […]
Instructor: Maureen Duffy Ages 13-17 Come make one of a kind pieces of jewelry in copper, brass, and sterling silver in Peters Valley’s fully equipped Fine Metals Studio. Learn the techniques of sawing, filing, sanding, soldering, texturing, finishing, and stone setting. You will leave this workshop wearing 2-3 pieces of your own handmade jewelry!
Instructor: Po Wen Liu From a small teapot to a large storage jar, making a nicely fit lid is always a challenging process for potters. This unique hands-on workshop will teach you how to create different types of lids and flanges on the potter’s wheel. Participants will learn how to create various types of lids […]
Instructor: Geoffrey N. Gorman October 3-7 Experiment with innovative and intuitive ways of creating a variety of structures and forms using organic, found, and recycled materials. You are invited to think about shapes and forms that hold particular interest and bring these ideas to the workshop. You will be asked to bring some of your […]
Instructor: Lisa G. Westheimer October 3-7 Expand your clay practice with glass using an electric kiln. Participants will learn how to cut, assemble and fire glass based on its technical properties, how to load the kiln, what materials/tools are needed, firing schedules, types of firing for certain results and cold working to make jewelry or […]
Instructor: Talya Kantro October 3-7 Come explore the fundamental skills of metalsmithing and jewelry making. We will work with copper, brass, sterling silver, and found objects to create stunning, unique pieces of jewelry. Techniques covered will include sawing and piercing, drilling holes, riveting, annealing, soldering, texturing, patinas, bezel and tab setting, and more. You can […]
Instructor: Tegan Frisino October 3-7 This class is designed for those who like to weave big things! Blankets are a great way to extend weaving skills to a larger scale. In this class participants will learn how to design, weave, and finish a paneled blanket. Paneling is a technique where long yardage is woven, cut […]
Instructor: Mace Vitale October 3-7 The Bowie knife is one steeped in legend and lore. In this intensive five day class participants will create their own version of this iconic American knife. Forging, grinding/filing, heat treating, and handles/guards will all be covered. You need to have basic forging skills, no beginners please. Advanced Beginner and […]
Instructor: Abby Mechanic October 1-2 Explore the techniques of shaping wood through spoon carving. We will begin by learning how to mark and plan spoons in preparation for cutting. We will then use the bandsaw to create 3-dimensional curved shapes, focusing on safety and curve cutting techniques. You will then be introduced to a variety […]
Instructor: Tegan Frisino September 12-16 Learn to make the most out of dressing your loom once, by designing in the tie up and in the treadling patterns. Twills are one of the most versatile structures in weaving, where with a little bit of preparation and design one can come up with a unique collection of […]