This course will cover the background of this traditional style, design elements used, techniques, and analysis of sample swatches. If time allows there will be presentation of the traditional structure of the Fair Isle Sweater and a look at style variations. This is a two-day, intensive class using individual, natural cattail leaves to weave either a chair seat or foot stool. Learn this fascinating and ancient weave where you not only weave with, but also twist your own cattail leaves. Students may bring a chair from home, not in need of staining, re-gluing, or refinishing.
Chair seats are to be made of up to four dowels so the rush can be woven around the framework.
If the student cannot obtain a suitable chair, the instructor will have several foot stools available for purchase. The science of soapmaking will be explored and demonstrated. The class will then make several batches of their own soap using different scents and other additives. Class members will go home with several recipes, some handmade soap, and all the knowledge necessary to make their own at home. Experience the thrill, alchemy and magic of the ancient pottery process called raku.