Dive deep into the wonders of flax—and how it becomes linen—and weave a small work of art that showcases this amazing fiber! 3-hour workshop Date: Saturday, April 18 Time: 10am – 1pm Description: Join Erin Carlson for a contemplative workshop, focused on the wonders of the flax fiber! While talking through the journey from flax seed to plant to linen, Erin will guide participants through the process of weaving on a small frame loom with linen yarn, as well as dried flax plants grown last year here on the Contemporary Craft campus! This class is perfect for anyone who might be interested in the meditative potential of weaving on a frame loom. And, it is equally great for anyone curious about learning more about growing flax and processing it into linen (processes that will be discussed in this class). You can expect to leave the class with a new, or renewed, appreciation for the amazing flax fiber, and a small weaving on a frame loom, ready to hang on your wall at home! Tuition: $65 + $20 materials fee (if you are viewing this listing on your phone, scroll down to the bottom of the page for the class registration link) Materials: all materials are included. Note: We really want you to join us in the studio! Full and partial tuition scholarships are available to alleviate some of the financial burden of attending a class. Scholarship application is found at this link. You can expect to hear from someone on the CC staff within 2 weeks. If you have any questions, email Jamie Boyle, Fibers Program Manager, at jboyle@contemporarycraft.org, or leave a voice message for them at 412-465-1628. Location: Contemporary Craft, TImmons Studios (5688 Butler St., Pittsburgh, PA 15201). Note, this workshop will take place in the Fleischner Family Fibers Loft, which is on the second floor of the building. There are 2 entrances to the Timmons Studios. • One entrance is facing Butler Street. To access the Fibers Loft from the Butler Street facing entrance, there are a total of 32 stairs to ascend. • One entrance is facing 57th Street. This entrance is accessible by ramp, with no stairs to ascend. There is a lift inside the building to access the Fibers Loft on the second floor. If there are accessibility accommodations we can provide, or if there is anything you would like us to know before you arrive, please feel free to call Jamie Boyle at 412-465-1628 or email jboyle@contemporarycraft.org. About the Artist Erin Carlson is a multidiscplinary fiber artist working and teaching in th Pittsburgh area for the last decade. She loves to help students explore their creativity through the use of fibers.
