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Felted Silk Satin (Nuno) @Berwyn

TLD Design Center & Gallery @ 2619 Ridgeland Ave, Berwyn, IL

Using the natural properties of wool and the laminating (Nuno) technique, students will create a light, summery scarf. Wool felt is generally thick, stiff and sculptural, but by using smaller quantities of wool and the luxurious drape of silk satin, a unique light and airy felt can be created.  During this 4 hour class students will explore color and design for the application of super soft Merino and/or Targhee wool to a provided, hand-painted...

(24) All levels 18 and older
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Felt Tapestry Scarf/Table Runner (Westmont)

TLD Design Center & Gallery @ 2619 Ridgeland Ave, Berwyn, IL

This class introduces students to the fun, unusual process of wet felting by making a thin, soft, flat felt fabric.  The project may be used as a neck scarf, table runner or wall piece. Wet felting by-passes spinning and knitting (it's true! there's no knitting involved) and capitalizes on the natural attributes of animal hair fibers to bond together in the formation of a "non-woven" fabric. During Tammy's 3-hour workshop, each student will...

(24) Beginner 18 and older
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Glass Fusing Experience (Berwyn)

TLD Design Center & Gallery @ 2619 Ridgeland Ave, Berwyn, IL

Students ages 8 and above are introduced to "warm glass" artistry in the creation of 2(two) multi-layer, fused-glass pendants OR 1(one) pendant and pair of cabs for earrings during this 2 hour experience.  Award winning Artisan, Tammy L Deck will lead the class, guiding students in glass alchemy, color interactions, cutting and fusing fundamentals. After the class, the pendants are fired by studio staff in our kiln and available for pick-up...

(24) Beginner 8 and older
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Textile/Surface Design: Dyeing Skills (Berwyn)

TLD Design Center & Gallery @ 2619 Ridgeland Ave, Berwyn, IL

Textile / Surface Design: Dyeing Skills: Yarn or Warps/ Hand Painting for Knitting, Crocheting, Weaving, etc In love with color and have a fondness for those expensive, luxury yarns? Knitting, weaving, crochet, embroidery and quilting all come to life with hand painted threads. Sliver put-up for spinning and fiber fusion also doable during these sessions. Perfect class regardless of your fiber addiction. Recycle yarn and/ or create your own hand...

(24) Beginner 18 and older
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Felt Hat Workshop (Berwyn)

TLD Design Center & Gallery @ 2619 Ridgeland Ave, Berwyn, IL

Each student will design and make their own felted hat on a three-dimensional form. This is not a knit and shrink technique! We are exploring traditional wet felting methods using un-spun, loose fiber to create the base of the hat which allow us to include different surface design elements inlaid within the structure.  Please have one wet felting class prior to this one.

(24) Intermediate 18 and older
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Felt Hat Workshop (Westmont)

TLD Design Center & Gallery @ 26 E Quincy St, Westmont, IL

Each student will design and make their own felted hat on a three-dimensional form. This is not a knit and shrink technique! We are exploring traditional wet felting methods using un-spun, loose fiber to create the base of the hat which allow us to include different surface design elements inlaid within the structure. Prerequisite: Please have one wet felting class prior to this one. Note: No knitting, crocheting or felting needles are used...

(24) Beginner 18 and older
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Felt Cuffs and Bracelets - Beginners (Westmont)

TLD Design Center & Gallery

An ancient method of creating fabrics resurrected in contemporary style. Learn this fun, unusual process that by-passes spinning and knitting and capitalizes on the natural attributes of animal hair fibers to bond together in the formation of a sturdy "non-woven" bracelet base fabric. During Tammy's 2.5 hour workshop, each student will color select, layout their surface design and take the piece through the water work to felt it. Stitch a button...

(24) Beginner 9 and older
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Weaving Rigid Heddle Beginner (Westmont)

TLD Design Center & Gallery @ 26 E Quincy St, Westmont, IL

You want to learn to weave... but want a more portable project...or you find the bigger looms a bit intimidating?  This is "real" weaving on a "real" loom. You'll find scarves in our gallery woven by Tammy on our rigid heddle looms (we defy you to discern the difference!).  SAORI STYLE WEAVING is doable for your first project. During this 2 or 3 session class, students will learn how to plan a project (scarf, runner, purse fabric), measure...

(24) Beginner 18 and older
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$110
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Weaving Quick Starts On Floor Loom For Beginners

TLD Design Center & Gallery @ 2619 Ridgeland Ave, Berwyn, IL

Thrumori (Saori-like)  First Time Weavers Intro to Intuitive Weaving   Quick Start on Floor Loom  Students will work on pre-dressed floor looms and receive instruction on basic loom operation and support throughout the weaving process. Each person be encouraged to weave from a place of exploration and intuition, designing their "Thrumori" at the loom. "Thrumori" is Tammy's term for a textile woven by recycling "Thrums" (weaver's warp...

(24) Beginner 18 and older
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Sewing Skills: Beginner (Berwyn)

TLD Design Center & Gallery @ 2619 Ridgeland Ave, Berwyn, IL

Learn basic sewing skills needed for fashion, fiber art & textile design projects. Learn how to sew corners and curves, french seams, straps and hemmed edge. Students will sew a small decorative pillow and if time allows, a squared bottom tote bag during this beginner session. Use of Sewing machines, accessories, Fabric and stuffing for pillow, fabric for tote bag are all covered with materials fee. Students need not bring anything to class....

(24) Beginner 8 and older
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$120

4 sessions

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Batik on Silk Fabric Intro to Wax Resist (Berwyn)

TLD Design Center & Gallery

This is a single session class with a focus on using wax as a design resist. Artists use substances on textiles to temporarily "resist" dye to create patterns and interest. This workshop explores the use of wax as a resist. Participants will use fabric dyes on silk fabric and learn how to apply wax in layers to create unique hand painted designs. We will use some everyday and some not-so-traditional tools to achieve subtle, sophisticated effects....

(24) Beginner 18 and older
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Sock Knitting: Toe Shaping and Finishing (Berwyn)

TLD Design Center & Gallery

You’ve got the foot knit to your little toe base?? Time to finish this sock. This class focuses on the toe shaping which includes K2tog and SSK.

(24) All levels 18 and older
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Hand Knitting: Quickstarter - Back to Basics (Berwyn)

TLD Design Center & Gallery

This class is for First Time Knitters or ReFreshers. Skills covered: Knit Stitch : Cast On : Bind Off (starting, garter stitch and ending) With these basics, knitters will be able to knit Scarves, Shawls, Pillow Covers, Baby Blankets, Wash Cloths, Bags and more. “Continental Style” knitting will be taught to brand new knitters. Refreshing “throwers” will not be forced to convert. Your instructor is is a lefty that can knit...

(24) Beginner 18 and older
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Laminated (Nuno) Felted Silk Scarf(Berwyn)

TLD Design Center & Gallery @ 2619 Ridgeland Ave, Berwyn, IL

Wool has a natural property that allows it to become felt when treated through agitation, moisture, pressure and heat. Wool felt is generally thick, stiff and sculptural. By using smaller quantities of wool and encouraging the fibers to pass through and bind to Silk Chiffon (referred to as laminating) a unique and surprisingly durable, drape-able felt can be created. This technique is applicable to yardages for use in clothing and hat design work. ...

(24) All levels 18 and older
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Sewing Skills: Sewing Machine Starters (Berwyn)

TLD Design Center & Gallery @ 2619 Ridgeland Ave, Berwyn, IL

Learn basic sewing skills needed for fashion, fiber art & textile design projects. Learn how to thread sewing machines, wind bobbins, sew straight seams, corners and curves, pressing and hand stitched closure. Students will learn as they sew a decorative, design & “piece as you go” textile art pillow or Zip Project/make-up Bag.  Note Students need not bring anything to class except camera or paper for note taking/learning tools....

(24) Beginner 10 and older
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$120

3 sessions

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Sewing Machine: Sewing Class for Kids(Berwyn)

TLD Design Center & Gallery @ 2619 Ridgeland Ave, Berwyn, IL

Seamstress and sewing instructor since 1986.Learn basic sewing skills needed for fashion, fiber art & textile design projects. Learn how to thread sewing machines, wind bobbins, sew straight seams, corners and curves, pressing and hand stitched closure. Students will learn as they sew a decorative, “piece as you go” textile art travel pillow. Fabric, thread and stuffing for pillow project are all included with class fee. Bring your own fully...

(24) All levels 7 - 10 years old
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$115

3 sessions

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