Beyond the Fringe
Fiber Arts Workshops

Beyond the Fringe is an annual collaborative fiber arts show in Taos, New Mexico with a strong community component. This year we are offering a series of workshops that reflect the diversity of fiber arts mediums in our show. These workshops are taught by seven different Taos fiber artists. They will all take place between March 27, 2010 and April 1, 2010 at the Stables Gallery, next to the Taos Community Auditorium, downtown Taos.

Gossamer Felting
In this one-day workshop we will be creating original, one-of-a-kind scarves with gossamer felting technique; combining silk and wool, also known as NUNO-felting. The workshop offers felting techniques for all levels and age groups.
Time: Saturday, March 27, 2010. 11am - 5pm.
Cost: $85 (Includes all materials for one scarf).
Location: Stables Art Gallery
Instructor: Nina Silfverberg

Weaving with Sticks: Andean and Mayan Style Backstrap Weaving
In this two day workshop for all weaving abilities we will explore weaving techniques of the Indigenous Americas. Using five straight sticks and yarn we will learn to create designs ranging from very simple to very complex. Every student can work at his or her own pace- the sky is the limit to how far you can take these techniques! Learn how the simplest of equipment can create the most intriguing designs!
Instructor Kimberly Hamill has been a passionate student of indigenous weaving techniques for the last ten years. She focuses on combining contemporary ideas with traditional techniques.
Time: Sunday, March 28 and Monday, March 29. 10am to 4pm.
Cost: $160 (Includes all materials for one weaving).
Location: Stables Art Gallery
Instructor: Kimberly Hamill - http://www.manosweavingschool.com

Colcha Embroidery
In this half day workshop we will focus on the history of colcha embroidery, examination of samples, and instruction in basic techniques. The fee includes all materials plus subsequent consultation with the instructor for completion of any project.
Instructor Connie Fernandez enjoys sharing her love of colcha through small group classes. Her work has been exhibited in galleries, museums, colleges and community events.
Time: Sunday, March 28. 12-3:30pm.
Cost: $35 (Includes all materials).
Location: Stables Art Gallery
Instructor: Connie Fernandez

Fantastic Felted Creatures - Advanced Class
This one day workshop will be a playful way to learn felted sculpture technique. 2-D felting experience a must.
Instructor Merce Mitchell has been felting for over fifteen years. She is currently spending half her time asking questions of the universe and the other half trying to decipher the answers.
Time: Tuesday, March 30. 10am to 3pm.
Cost: $75 (Includes all materials).
Location: Stables Art Gallery
What to Bring: An apron, scissors and a small watering can with a sprinkler head (only if you have one!)
Instructor: Merce Mitchell

Open Improvisational Quilting Workshop
Come recycle old clothes and fabric and create an energy-saving item for your household! In this workshop we will work in the tradition of Afro-American quilts. All ages are welcome. No experience necessary. Materials provided, or bring your own!
Time: Wednesday, March 31. 10am to 5pm (You are welcome to come for whole or half day).
Cost: Donations welcome.
Location: Stables Art Gallery
Instructor: Violette Alby

Get Creative with Cables
Cables can spice up any knitting project. In this half day workshop we will learn how to knit cables and chart them. Skills needed: knitting at beginner level.
Time: Thursday, April 1. 1pm to 3pm.
Cost: $25 (Bring your own materials) or $35 (materials included).
Location: Stables Art Gallery
What to Bring (if bringing your own materials): knitting needles, cable needle, yarn, graph paper, colored pencils.
Instructors: Abigail Z - http://livinglupiewithlupus.blogspot.com
and Twilight Kallisti - http://craftingchaos.com
 
 
Reach by Nina Silvferberg
Celtic Knot Triptich by Kimberly Hamill
Las Lagrimas de Juarez by Connie Fernandez
Fabulous Felted Creatures
 by Merce Mitchell
Seeing Red by Violette Alby
Helen by Abigail Z
An Arrangement of Elements by Twilight Kallisti