Textiles techniques in wire :
A beadwork RETREAT WITH lisa claxton
Friday - Sunday, February 26 -28
 
 
Join guest artist, Lisa Claxton, for three days of knitting, crocheting and weaving wire with beads into incredibly beautiful jewelry. This retreat combines 5 of Lisa’s best classes - including a brand new project - Spool Knitted Bracelet, Viking Knit Chain, Woven Wire Cuff, Simple Wire Crochet Bracelet and Crochet Medallion Bracelet.
Since the beginning of civilization, textiles have been a fundamental part of human life and culture. Over time, the methods and materials used to produce textile works have expanded immensely but the basic function of textiles has remained the same.
Day 1: Weaving
We will begin our exploration of textile techniques with wire by creating a woven wire cuff. Students will learn technical aspects of structure building, coiling, weaving with wire and incorporating beads into the design.
Day 2: Knitting
Traditional knitting techniques with needles do not always translate into wirework. For this reason a combination of techniques are used to reproduce a knitted pattern including spool knitting and hand knitting. Students will experience both techniques by first learning the function of a knitting spool and how to make a bead-laden bracelet with wire. Then we will take it one step further by learning how to hand knit the wire around a wooden dowel to create a tightly woven chain. Techniques include: knitting the wire, drawing down the chains both by hand and with the aid of a drawplate, and finishing techniques.
Day 3: Crocheting
Fine, annealed wire can be used in almost every crochet application so long as steps are taken by the craftsperson to properly care for the wire while crocheting and mimic the looping technique of yarn. Students will be introduced to crocheting with wire by making a multi-strand bracelet that incorporates chain stitching with beads. This technique is then built upon by learning how to crochet in the round using both single and double crochet. Finishing techniques and consistency in tention are explained in detail.
Reserve your place today!
PREREQUISITES: Beginning Wirework or equivalent skills
GUEST INSTRUCTOR: Lisa Claxton
PRICE: $295
KIT FEE: $28
Three Day Guest Retreat
Friday - Sunday, February 26 - 28, 2010
10:30 - 4:30 pm
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how to sign up for retreats
 Signing up is easy, but space in my retreats is limited to 8 - 10 students. Register in advance to reserve your place. Classes are held in our metalsmithing studio
at Perlz Beads & Yarns in Kelseyville, California.
Please read and understand registration and cancelation policies before registering for any class.
registration and class policies
Students may register for classes in person at Perlz Beads & Yarns in Kelseyville, by phone at 707 355 0382 or 707 279 2080, online on this site, or send this registration form by mail, or fax it to 707 279 2080.
Payment in full for tuition is due at the time of
registration to reserve your place. Material fees (when applicable) are due the first day of the retreat. We accept Visa, MasterCard, American Express, Discover, money order, checks, PayPal and cash. You do not require a PayPal account to register online.
After your registration is received, a confirmation
letter is sent to you by email or mail, with class information and directions to our studio classroom.
If the retreat is canceled for any reason, all fees will be refunded. Students can cancel their registration up to 21 days before the retreat for a full refund. No cancellations are accepted 21 days or less before the retreat, however, we will do what we can to try and sell your place to a qualified student. If we can sell your place, you will receive a refund less a $25 cancellation fee.
You may send a participant who has the necessary prerequisites in your place if you cannot attend the retreat. Please call us immediately with any changes in the participant information. Students must be at least 15 years old to attend a retreat, and students under 18 must have a legal guardian sign our liability waiver form. Lodging and meals are not included.
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