WORKSHOPS

 These classes focus on ideas gleaned from American Classical Rugs,American Folk Art and American History all of which are incorporated into my original designs and Antique Adaptations.  

January - Large Pattern Workshop - Saturday 25th & Sunday 26th

Cost - $260.

Hours:      Begins at 9am and ends at 6pm.  Hooking may continue until 9 pm  
Class Size:      Limited to six students.
Intent:    To provide a comprehensive understanding of antique rug patterns,             simplify the approach and finish a large rug without getting frustrated and giving up.

Pattern:      A pattern must be from my collection either started in one of my workshops or a new pattern from my collection. Discussion about the pattern choice and planning is a must before the workshop.

Meals:     Follows the same format as listed below.

February - Thursday 13, Friday 14 & Saturday 15th - Cost $345.

  Summer - Tuesday, July 22, Wednesday 23, Thursday 24th - Cost $345.

September - Simply Primitive - Tuesday 9th, Wednesday 10, Thursday 11, and Friday 12th - Cost $445.

 Simply Primitive - The Second Year

A 4 day workshop dedicated to Magdalena Briner Eby Rugs

I would call the first year a memorable experience for both me and the students. Their work was remarkable. It was a wonderful experience that I want to do again. The rugs were large and everyone agreed If only we had another day so another day gets added.

I love the Charm and Simplicity of the old rugs. They offer such a warm and comfortable feeling to home decorating. The first time I saw a Magdalena rug I was immediately wowed. The mixture and layering of textures and colors that she used in hooking her rugs cannot be surpassed. She left us a path to follow and for years I wanted to teach a workshop exclusive to her rugs and focus my undivided attention on all the details. I hope you will join me in this pursuit of recreating the past. The patterns for this workshop will be limited. The conversation of choosing those patterns will be discussed when the class is filled.

Color, Texture & Design for Primitive Rugs 

These classes are for those who love primitive rugs; focusing on the use of textures, wide cut and color appropriate for the pattern design. Here, we will explore how the key to mixing many textured fabrics is balance. 

Hooking wool in the deep rich colors of Early America creates a rug that becomes an “instant antique.” Moreover, I believe a pattern should be fun to hook and also contain elements of challenge. We will talk about how “America the Beautiful” holds an endless source of inspiration; old houses, baskets, holidays, boats, flowers, animals, flags, etc., then show you how to use those inspirations, plus a little imagination, to create original rugs that reflect who you are, where you’ve been, and where you want to go. 

Create your own workshop

When your schedule does not agree with ours, then create a workshop that fits your life.
Requirement: Four students minimum

Number of days- The number of days for a workshop is flexible; it may be any day or days of the week.

Scheduling is easy- call for availability, set a date, send in deposit.

Advance reservations are recommended.