There are still two spots in the July 29th Natural dye class, and a posting of all the classes I have on the calendar.
Natural Dye Class July 29th from 10:00-4:00 $75.00
In this class we will harvest many dye plants from the farm's dye garden including indigo and weld to create amazing colors. Each student takes home an extensive handout and great selection of samples in both wool and cotton.
Spinning Designer Yarns
July 26th from 10:00 to 4:00 $75.00
In this class we dive into the amazing world of textured yarns. Spirals, slubs, boucle as well as many other adventurous yarns will be covered in this class. Students must be experienced spinners and have good control of their wheel.
2015 Two Day Natural Dye Retreat
August 23rd and 24th $225.00
At this two day retreat students stay at the farm eating from the vegetable garden and creating an explosion of color from the dye garden. We Will immerse ourselves in a world of natural colors. Students are welcome to bring so skeins or fabric to add to some of the many dye pots we will create over this amazing weekend. Each student takes home a large handout as well as a great variety of dye samples in wool silk and cotton.
Creating Art Cloth
August 30th 10:00-4:00 $75.00
In this class we will create one of a kind detailed plant prints with echo steam prints. We will also explore the world of Shabori and other resist methods of unique art cloth.
For more information on any of these classes contact Janette at 319-643-5873 or faeridgefarm@lcom.net All classes require a 50% deposite. Make checks out to Fae Ridge Farm and mail to Fae Ridge Farm 5140 rapid Creek RD NE Iowa City Ia 52240
