In July 2019 we hosted our first annual summer Fiber Retreat weekend! It was a huge success, and we have glowing reviews on our Facebook page for this annual event: https://www.facebook.com/PHFLLC/
Join us July 19-21, 2024 for explorations in knitting/crochet, spinning, needle felting, woolen rug and coiled basket making, fiber dyeing, and more. This is a fun environment where we each share our knowledge and experiment together. We are thrilled to have renowned fiber artist Donna Kay returning to teach three workshops! Classes will be available a-la-carte. A limited supply of locally sourced yarns and natural fibers may be available. Registration is limited. Limited overnight accommodations are available (see registration info).
July 2024 Registration Form & Instructions (download & print)
2024 Offerings:
Join us July 19-21, 2024 for explorations in knitting/crochet, spinning, needle felting, woolen rug and coiled basket making, fiber dyeing, and more. This is a fun environment where we each share our knowledge and experiment together. We are thrilled to have renowned fiber artist Donna Kay returning to teach three workshops! Classes will be available a-la-carte. A limited supply of locally sourced yarns and natural fibers may be available. Registration is limited. Limited overnight accommodations are available (see registration info).
July 2024 Registration Form & Instructions (download & print)
2024 Offerings:
- Using natural dyes, with mordants and variants- Investigate how additives such as copper and iron create lovely shade variations in natural botanical and foraged dyes.
- Intro to Crochet with Lucie Sinkler- Become familiar with crochet stitches and how to read patterns, for limitless possibilities.
- Painting with Wool, with Patsy Frasier- Learn the magic of layering wool onto a canvas to create a beautiful needle felted painting.
- Scenery Globes with Patsy Frasier- Learn 3D needle felting techniques while making a miniature scene within a basket ornament globe.
- Eco Printing on silk with Lucie Sinkler- Create a one-of-a kind silk scarf with stunning botanical prints.
- Coiled Wool Baskets with Devin Ashleigh- Learn the meditative art of coil basket making, through the process of woven sacred spirals.
- Rug Weaving on a Peg Loom with Juli Hird- Make a 34in. width rug from hand dyed wool roving, finished on the needle felting machine
- Intro to Intarsia with Donna Kay- This simple technique is a great addition to your knitting repertoire!
- Spinning Singles for Knitting with Donna Kay- This workshop is for the spinner who would like to spin low-twist singles for knitting.
- Steeks Without Fear, with Donna Kay- Learn two different methods, working with two colors and creating a button band for finishing.
- Total beginner's introduction to handspinning with Juli Hird- For the curious and adventurous, using the spinning wheel.