Learn macra-weave, a combination of macramé and weaving. In this beginner-friendly workshop, we’ll cover basic knots, how to build a rope-based warp and simple weaving techniques to create a textured and colorful wall hanging.Students will leave with a finished piece and the skills to continue exploring this versatile fiber art form. All materials are provided, but if you have special yarns or fabric you’d like to incorporate, feel free to bring them along.

Two days of bookmaking with a focus on simple but elegant book structures and portfolios to contain artwork, textile samples or special handmade books.

Our first day will focus on folding and sewing techniques to create books without additional adhesives. Students will produce a set of models constructed from simple folding techniques to more advanced hand sewn and exposed spines. Students can expect to produce a number of structures along with a set of instructions to use in their own work to make beautiful artist books.  

Day two will focus on some simple portfolios specifically designed to hold 3 dimensional works or a collection of drawings or painted works.

Additionally, there will be options for hand  or machine sewn embellishments along with an opportunity to become familiar with traditional bookmaking tools.

Students are encouraged to bring art materials to decorate the surfaces of the portfolios. Colored pencils, pens, markers, and rubber stamps are a welcome addition to the class. If you have a portable sewing machine you wish to bring please feel free to do so. One will be available in class.

Bring a notebook to generate ideas for artist books and zines as we celebrate this ancient craft.

Rigid Heddle Looms are known for their simplicity and portability. In this introductory workshop, students will learn the basics of weaving as well as several weaving techniques to achieve a variety of textures, looks and designs. Other skills learned will be:

* dressing a rigid heddle loom* preparing yarn for weaving* finishing techniques

The completed project will be a sampler showcasing the various techniques demonstrated which will give each weaver plenty of ideas and inspiration for their next project!

Explore the color potential of Vermont’s late-summer landscape in this immersive natural dyeing workshop led by Catharina Sikkes and Roelof Boumans. Over two days, participants work hands-on with wild plants gathered in season and learn how to transform them into a vibrant, nuanced palette.

The focus is on accessible, environmentally mindful methods, using alum as the primary mordant and supplementing with plant-based options such as rhubarb-leaf mordanting. By experimenting with multiple dye plants, varied mordanting approaches, and different bath strengths, you’ll see how each variable shapes the final color.

Everyone will create a structured sample portfolio documenting every combination. This becomes both a practical reference for future projects and a beautiful record of what Vermont’s landscape offers at this time of year.

Whether you’re new to natural dyes or looking to deepen your craft, this workshop invites you to experiment, observe, and let the land guide your color work.

Learn macra-weave, a combination of macramé and weaving. In this beginner-friendly workshop, we’ll cover basic knots, how to build a rope-based warp and simple weaving techniques to create a textured and colorful wall hanging.Students will leave with a finished piece and the skills to continue exploring this versatile fiber art form. All materials are provided, but if you have special yarns or fabric you’d like to incorporate, feel free to bring them along.