The MAWS 2018 conference will host many classes appropriate for those with very limited or no experience in the fiber arts. These classes are taught by an outstanding panoply of national, regional, and local teachers who will create an amazing learning experience for you! Study the class schedule to plan your conference experience, then secure your spot by registering today. ( register here) We hope to see you in Big Sky this June!
Have you been wanting to learn to weave? We have designed a class just for you: our Pre-conference Learn to Weave on a 4 Harness Loom, held on Wednesday and Thursday, June 13-14, will be just what you have been hoping for. Taught by the contagiously enthusiastic Jo Anne Setzer, this 2-day workshop will have you well-launched into your weaving adventures.
Other classes suitable for beginners include:
- Pine Needle Weaving for the Beginner (a basketry class);
- Creative Pin Loom Weaving: Embellished Bag;
- Love Affair with Paper Weaving: Creative Woven Cards;
- Tile Woven Decor;
- Weaving as Joyous Prayer (woven paper collage)
And what about those intriguing-looking spinning wheels? If you have been wanting to learn to spin, sign up for the 1/2-day Beginning Spinning on a Wheel on Friday afternoon, June 15. Melody Murter will get you started in the wonderful craft of hand spinning.
Also for beginners: Color Magic for Spinners (building a fiber color wheel and experimenting with color blends)
We are also offering dyeing and felting classes that offer the chance to play and learn about color and fiber with no previous background knowledge. We highly recommend these classes for the pure fun of it!