Outer Banks Fiber Retreat

Classes held April 10th, 12th and 14th , 2010

This retreat in Hatteras, North Carolina is an opportunity to learn rigid
heddle weaving and dyeing with kitchen safe colors. Just bring your
imagination and enjoy the fellowship of other fiber enthusiasts.

CLASSES:
Saturday, April 10th 10 am – 4 pm
“Weaving at the Beach. Introduction to Rigid Heddle Weaving”
Join us for the day while we learn how to weave on a rigid heddle loom. We’ll weave a
glorious shawl or table runner while we learn the basics with a couple of impressive
techniques thrown in.
We will complete the project during the class allowing you to take the loom home for
the rest of the week to complete another project.

Cost: $50.00 for class with lunch and refreshments provided. Loom rental $20.00 if
needed. Class is limited to 8 loom rental students, plus 4 additional students if you have
your own rigid heddle loom.

Monday, April 12th 6:30 pm – 8:30 pm

“Getting Creative with Kitchen Safe Dyes”
Using kitchen safe dyes from Knit One, Crochet Two, we’ll be dyeing yarn, silk scarves
and felted needle punched batting.

Cost: $35.00 includes one item to dye and dyes. Additional dyeable items along with
the dyes will be available for purchase. Class limited to first 12 registrations.

Wednesday, April 14th 6:30 – 8:30 pm

“Weaving Workshop” HOMEWORK: Bring questions!!!!!!!
OK, so you’re a beginner or a master at plain weave and you have a gazillion questions
about fibers, yardage, lace, textures and many what ifs. Well here’s your chance to get
those questions answered. An impressive handout along with demonstrations of
different lace and texture techniques will be covered.

Cost: $25.00
Class Descriptions:
“Weaving at the Beach. Introduction to Rigid Heddle
Heddle Weaving”

This is an all day class from 10 am – 4 pm. Lunch and refreshments will be provided.

This class will begin with parts of a rigid heddle loom along with basic weaving
technology. We will learn how to directly warp the loom. The project will include plain
weave, a lace manipulated effect called Leno and hemstitching. You will be given tips
on how to keep your selvedges straight, how to determine sett, and how to relax and
just have fun!
You should be able to finish this entire project during the class. Then you can take the
loom home for the rest of the week to try it on your own. Looms will be available for
purchase at the retreat and a credit of the rental fee, $20.00 will be applied to any loom
purchase. Suitable for all skill levels. Class is limited to 8 students with loom rental. An
additional 4 spaces are available if you have your own loom or purchase one at the
class.

“Getting Creative with Kitchen Safe Dyes”

This is a Monday evening class from 6:30 pm – 8:30 pm.

Learn the fiber preparation necessary and have fun while we paint with these wonderful
kitchen safe dyes. We’ll use a microwave or steam bath to set the colors. If you always
wanted to try dyeing but were afraid of all the warnings with most dyes, this is a great
way to get spectacular results right in your kitchen. You’ll choose from a hank of yarn, a
silk scarf or a felted scarf included in the class fee. Additional items will be available for
purchase at the class.

“Weaving Workshop”

This is a Wednesday evening class from 6:30 pm – 8:30 pm.

Bring your rigid heddle weaving questions to this informative, informal, gathering and
leave with answers. You’ll see demonstrations of various lace and texture techniques
and leave with a broader scope of information.
Information on the instructor of your classes:

Pat Johanson – The Yarn Shop by Rainy Day Creations, Inc.

www.knittingincharlotte.com

After growing up sewing and being active in the Embroiders Guild of America including
starting the Peconic Bay Chapter on Long Island, New York, fiber took a back seat in
her life when she became a single mother. That was until Nov. 2004 when she walked
into a small yarn shop in Pineville, NC. A refresher course in knitting by one of the
owners and she was hooked. The yarn industry had come along way and the creativity
of the shop owners left Pat wanting for more. The shop became a weekly hang out for
Pat who never got her fill of being there. A move to a larger location in 2005 allowed
the shop to expand into rigid heddle weaving which Pat quickly became passionate
about. In 2008 she became a co-owner and the shop has been through another
expansion and now includes spinning.

At the retreat, The Yarn Shop will be offering a selection of yarns and looms available
for purchase. If you have a special request, we’ll see if we can bring it with us.
 Registration Form
Register early to insure your place in class.

Name____________________________________

Address_______________________________________________________________

Phone_________________________E-mail__________________________________

See class descriptions.

“Weaving at the Beach” $50.00

“Getting Creative with Kitchen Safe Dyes” $35.00

“Weaving Workshop” $25.00

Optional Loom Rental $20.00

(A credit card impression will be required to
take the loom from the classroom)

Total registration fee $__________

Deposit required – 50% $__________

All classes will be held at the Hatteras Community Center, 57689 NC Hwy. 12,Hatteras, NC

Payment:
A 50% deposit is required with the registration form to hold your place in class. Balance
due at class.
Make your check payable to Patricia Johanson and mail to:
The Yarn Shop by Rainy Day Creations, Inc.
315 Main St., Ste. 1
Pineville, NC 28134
Or
Send payment via PayPal to PatNC415@aol.com
- Registrations can then be faxed to 704 399-2516.

Fine Print:
Classes are offered on a first come, first serve basis. If your deposit is received after the
class is filled you are eligible for a full refund or can choose to be put on a waiting list.

Cancellation Policy (for all classes)

Cancellations received in writing before March 26th will receive a refund of 75% of class
fee up to 50% of deposit received. (25% of class fee not refundable)
Cancellations received after April 1st are not eligible for refunds.