Sheep to Shawl

A One-Year Course in Fiber Exploration

led by Renate Hiller & Mikae Toma

January - December 2010   10 Saturdays

Reconnect to the wonders of the natural world, develop new skills and enliven your creative capacities in the company of fellow artisans.

  Immerse yourself in an experience of wholeness and transformation.

Find new meaning in the traditional fiber crafts.

Click here to download a printable registration form or call us at the studio 845-425-2891.

10 Saturdays, 9am - 5 pm

Jan 16, Feb 6, March 13, April 17, May 15, June 12

Sept. 18, Oct. 23, Nov. 13, Dec. 11

This course offers an opportunity to create a special garment by transforming wool fibers into a knitted shawl. Each participant will create a beautiful and functional piece that is imbued with healing forces and uniquely suited to his or her individuality.   

The traditional hands-on activities of washing and carding wool, spinning with the spindle and the wheel, dyeing fibers with plant-colors and knitting will be approached with a spirit of research and renewal. Background reading, presentations and conversations will complement the hands-on activities. Regular practice and study – in addition to the work in class – is recommended and will amplify the experience of this year-long journey.  

Each Saturday art and/or movement classes will be offered to accompany the handwork sessions and bring enlivening impulses to each individual as well as the group.

The course is open to beginners and experienced fiber artisans.

For Registration

Click here to download a printable registration form or call us at the studio 845-425-2891.

Flow of the Day

9:00-10:30: Conversation & Handwork

10:30-11:00: Break

11:00-12:30: Art/Movement Class

12:30-2:00: Lunch

2:00-5:00: Handwork