Class Title: WEAVING WITH RECONSTRUCTED FABRICS—turning old, historic family clothe into a re-invented piece to preserve those memories and bring that history into a present keepsake. Finished project may range from a floor rug to a soft, cozy wrap
Instructor: JO BRITTON
Tuition: $295/Members $315/Non-Members
Class Dates: SEPTEMBER19-20-21
Times: 9:30 AM-4:30 PM WITH AN HOUR OFF FOR LUNCH
Place: Pacific Textile Arts classroom
Number of Students: Minimum: 4 Max: 8
Materials fee: Warp costs will be determined by the amount of rug yarn student uses for project.
Class Description: Discover the satisfaction and fun of creating new clothe from old. Beloved, well- worn items can be transformed into a variety of fabrics from sturdy floor rugs to soft and pliable throws. It is not just economy but a preservation of memory and your life’s history.
List of items students need to bring: sharp scissors, a selection of fabrics from your life…special garments, clothe that reflects your history or that of a loved one. I prefer a mixture of textures—knits(socks sweaters, tee-shirts) and non-stretch –corduroy or denim
BIO: Introduction to the craft, University of Hawaii 1966, Instituto Allende, apprenticeship Augusta Oliver-Santa Barbara, Ca. Studio tech-The Yarn Depot, SF. Ca. Exhibitor American Craft Ent. Taught first ‘Rag” Weaving class 1977, Mendocino Art Center—Gallery owner Ayers-Britton and Britton Long Studio 1980-1992. I have maintained a private studio to present and continued to teach with an emphasis on Memorial Work.
Questions: Email classes@pacifictextilearts.org
