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Beaded Gourd Vase ZOOM Project Class FULL waiting list only

Wed, Jan 17

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Learn to coil using hand-dyed Danish cord with waxed linen thread. Add rows of beads as you sculpture the shape of your weaving into a vase. Add a row of closed coiling to the edge for a pop of color.


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Beaded Gourd Vase ZOOM Project Class FULL waiting list only
Beaded Gourd Vase ZOOM Project Class FULL waiting list only

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Jan 17, 2024, 9:30 AM – 4:30 PM

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 Description of Weaving Technique: Coiling involves taking a “core” material and wrapping it, then sewing the materials together to create a spiral.  

Description of Class: Learn to coil using hand-dyed Danish cord with waxed linen thread. Add rows of beads as you sculpture the shape of your weaving into a vase. Add a row of closed coiling to the edge for a pop of color. 

Kit: a 5” to 5 ½” gourd (metallic finish with matching interior), hand-dyed Danish cord to match the gourd, needles, a drill bit, waxed linen thread, 6/0 beads, Tiger Tape. 

Tools need: Drill, awl, scissors, pencil, apron, person light is helpful. 

This is a fun class where you will learn to design a Cannon Ball gourd to create a Luminary, wood burn the design, stain sections with ink dye or use metal leafing, then drill holes for light to show through. 

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Mix it Up, Weaving on a Gourd with Jane Wilson

 

 Friday, February 19, 2027

Saturday, February 20, 2027, 12:00 PM - 4:00 PM

Length: 6", Width: 6", Height: 6"  

 

Learn to use several weaving techniques to create a piece of art. On a hard-shell gourd, you'll combine knotless netting, couching, beading, and open/closed coiling. With these techniques, you can create simple or elaborate weaving. You will be able to choose from several color combinations of painted, pre-finished gourds, hand-dyed cord, thread, and beads. You don't need to know how to weave to take this class. The first day of class you will learn to open and close coil and add beads to the design. The second day of class you will learn to knotless net to a couched row of cord. Materials supplied: drill bit, needle, tiger tape, 5" to 6” ready-to-weave gourd, waxed linen cord, hand-dyed cord, beads, mini awl and step by step color photo instructions.

Tools needed: Drill, awl, scissors, pencil, apron

Gourd Colors Available

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