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We currently offer classes in floor loom weaving and weaving on a portable rigid heddle loom. Courses in sewing, spinning, knitting and basketry are in the planning phases. Contact us with class ideas and your availability.

Floor Loom Weaving at Brookfield Craft Center

Floor Loom Weaving

Tuition $300.00

REGISTRATION CLOSED

Beginner, Experienced Beginner, Advanced Beginner
Christine Aulicino

FW0912 May 1 - Jun. 5, 2012 (6-9pm) 6 Tuesday evenings (LTB Studio)

This course is an introduction to all elements of basic weaving using a four harness floor loom. Students will prepare a warp, dress the loom, and complete a sampler of design structures. Students with some loom experience will be able to complete an individually designed project. For beginners, a studio/materials fee of $35, payable to Brookfield Craft Center, is due at time of registration. Experienced weavers may forgo paying the studio/materials fee and bring your own fiber to the first class. Looms are limited, so register early to reserve your seat in class.

Open Studio Access

All Levels (Current Students)
Prerequisite: Enrollment in Floor Loom Weaving or Weaving on the Go!

Monitor: Barbara Anderson

FO0212 (LTB Fiber Studio)
Every Tuesday and Thursday evening 6-9 pm

Current weaving students are welcome to join the Open Studio Program in the LTB Fiber Studio for $5 per hour of studio use. During open studio hours, BCC floor loom and rigid heddle students are able to weave and work independently on projects. Open studio sessions are monitored by a weaving student Tuesday and Thursday evenings 6-9pm. Students who have completed a full floor loom weaving course may work independently during BCC business hours with prior arrangements with a BCC staff member. Purchase an Open Studio Card to participate in the program.

- Open Studio Card to attend 6 hours of monitored or independent Open Studio - $30
- Open Studio Card to attend 12 hours of monitored or independent Open Studio - $60

No refunds or credits will be offered for unused Open Studio sessions.

Weaving on the Go! at Brookfield Craft Center

Weaving on the Go!

Tuition $200.00

Beginner, Experienced Beginner, Advanced Beginner, Intermediate
Unsure if this class is appropriate for your skill level? Contact us and find out.

Christine Aulicino

FW1012 May 3-24, 2012 (6p-9p) 4 Thursday evenings (LTB Fiber Studio)

Do you like knitting because you can take your project on the go? Try weaving on a portable rigid heddle loom and bring your creative endeavors with you no matter how far away you roam. For beginners, this workshop will introduce weavers to using a 2-heddle loom (bring your own, or rent or purchase one from us). You will learn how to set up a loom with the warp and how to make a woven sampler of mixed textures. For students with weaving experience, you will weave a project of your own design. The workshop will examine fibers best for weaving, different weaving structures, and the elements of designing your own unique creations. Beginners studio/materials fee of $18 payable to Brookfield Craft Center is due at time of registration. Experienced weavers can come to class with looms pre-warped, and pay $18 studio/materials fee or bring your own fiber. Portable looms can be rented with an option to buy (please call us with renting inquiries). If you'd like to purchase a 20" rigid heddle loom for $135.50, or a 24" loom for $167.00, please place your order with us as soon as possible.

Writing on the Wall: Social Media for Artists

Writing on the Wall: Social Media for Artists

Tuition $35.00

All Levels (Beginners welcome)
Unsure if this class is appropriate for your skill level? Contact us and find out.

Heather Lawless

NEW DATE SM0412 May 19, 2012 (10am - 12pm) Sat morning (River Room, Mill Building)

The principles of networking haven't changed in decades, but the social scene is all new. Whether you are apprehensive, dragging your feet, or ready to embrace social networking online, this seminar will introduce you to the world of Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn and more. Learn all the tips and tricks of how to gain a following, expand your art's audience and get your name out into the world without having to shamelessly self-promote. Social networking is about building a community of like-minded people and sharing ideas, but it is also a science. Are you aware that there is a right and a wrong time of day to announce your upcoming exhibit? Did you know that you can tweet like you're out on the town while you're really fast asleep? Are you wondering what the heck a tweet is? Learn the nuances of privacy settings, the dirt on posting copyrighted original artwork, and the outright importance of social networking in the business of art.

Dye Transfer on Silk

Tuition $80.00

All Levels (Beginners welcome)
Unsure if this class is appropriate for your skill level? Contact us and find out.

Andrea Shedletsky

FA0112 Jun 9, 2012 (10am-2pm) Saturday (LTB Fiber Studio)

Artist Andrea Shedletsky will divulge her specialty techniques to transfer color and patterns to silk scarves in this short, fun workshop. Bring 8 to 10 old silk ties or scarves to class (find them in your closet, or favorite thrift shop--they don't have to be in perfect condition, just with interesting colors or patterns). With a simple, but totally engaging process, students will transfer the prints and colors from the ties to white silk scarf blanks. During the workshop, expect to complete one to two scarves. The results are wonderfully surprising.