Friday, March 1, 2013

Spanish Village Classes


The first two months of Wednesday Weavers has been very successful.   Thank you to those that have joined me for our regular gathering.  We've really had fun!
Spanish Village Art Studio's website has been updated to include Basketry Classes at Studio 40 taught by  Kathleen Romero, Native American of Chumash descent.

Three Beginning & Advanced classes are offered:
 
(1) Coiled Pine Needles:  This class focuses on the coiling technique using local pine needles and artificial sinew.  The beginning kit includes all supplies needed to construct a simple pine needle basket with written instructions as well as class demonstrations...$15  Class offered every Wednesday Noon to 3pm or by Appointment...$30 or $50/weekends  
(2) Twined Waxed Linen:   The most primitive weave is best learned with a more flexible fiber such as waxed linen.  An easy pattern is included with the beginning kit and includes all supplies needed for a small beaded basket with a braided rim except scissors...$15
Class offered every Wednesday Noon to 3pm or by Appointment...$30 or $50/weekends  


(3) Plaited Reed or Paper:  In this class reed or paper (student's choice) is used to make a simple napkin basket or mini egg basket.  The kit includes pattern instructions as well as all materials needed to complete the project except scissors...$15
Class offered by Appointment only...$30 or $50/weekends

Advanced Classes are offered by Appointment Only. Students design their own vessel or pick out their own design among my portfolio pictures or purchase a commercial kit and are given guidance by the instructor.  Students provide their own tools and supplies...$50 per 3-hour class session.

All participants must be at least 10 years old. 

Supplies, Kits & Group Classes available.  Groups of three or more will receive a 10% discount with class scheduled by Appointment.  Large groups may be scheduled in Workshop Area of Spanish Village Art Studios.  

DON'T FORGET ~ Studio 40  Wednesday Weavers from Noon to 3pm:  Join this group of basketeers that meet at each week to work on their current projects.  This group is FREE, participants must be at least 10 years old & bring their own project & tools.