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Ongoing Programs Crown Point Learning Circle Join this community-oriented group as they explore the principles of sustainability, justice, spirituality and community through books, videos and other media. A stimulating discussion is guaranteed. Meeting at various locations around the community. Please call to confirm location and topic. Dances of Universal Peace Simple dances and lyrics that enhance our spiritual expression. No musical or dance experience of any kind is required, and everyone is welcomed to join in. Comfortable, loose-fitting clothing is best, but come as you are. Dances are done in circles with the leader teaching the movements, music and words before each dance. Often the history of the dance is shared as well. Dances are taken from many spiritual traditions. Meet in the Orchard House or the Barn, depending on the weather. |
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Weaving Series Welcome to another exciting year of Fiber Arts at Crown Point Ecology Center. The following weaving series is in partnership with the Peninsula Art Academy. One of their instructors, Carol Adams, brings enthusiasm and extensive knowledge of various weaving techniques to the class offerings. Don’t miss this unique opportunity! For each class you will need to bring a pair of scissors, a yarn needle, and your imagination. You are welcome to bring a sack lunch, or visit one of the many restaurants or fast food places close by. Keep in mind that some of our best ideas come during lunchtime!
February 5, 2005 10am-3pm Instructor: Carol Adams, Peninsula Art Academy Cost: $100 for Crown Point and Peninsula Art Academy members/$110 for non-members.
Beginners gain a basic understanding of frame loom weaving using a shuttle and beater. Processes include preparing shuttles, winding balls, making butterflies and experimenting with various weaves. Extra shuttles and beaters will be made available for purchase, if you wish. Bring a pair of scissors and a yarn needle for a creative project.
March 12 and March 19, 2005 11am-4pm Instructor: Carol Adams, Peninsula Art Academy Cost: $100 for Crown Point and Peninsula Art Academy members/$110 for non-members.
Working at a loom brings universal appeal as repeating rhythms comfort and draw you in. Participants learn weaving techniques on a table loom. Skills include threading the loom, winding warp, and combining colors and textures. Weavers need to bring scissors, a yarn needle and a table loom. Table looms can also be rented from the Peninsula Art Academy for the workshop.
April 9 and April 16, 2005 11am-4pm Instructor: Carol Adams, Peninsula Art Academy Cost: $100 for Crown Point and Peninsula Art Academy members/$110 for non-members.
Students explore various off-loom processes. Make your own basket using several basketry techniques. Bring beads, feathers or other objects to customize your creation/s. July 9 and July 16, 2005 11am-4pm Instructor: Carol Adams, Peninsula Art Academy Cost: $100 for Crown Point and Peninsula Art Academy members/$110 for non-members.
Crown Point’s historic barn is the perfect place to practice this wall-hanging technique. Demonstrations of macramé, crochet, diagonal braiding and wrapping are included. Dowel rods will be supplied. Bring beads, feathers, shells, or other objects to add to your design. Also needed are scissors, a yarn needle and a large crochet hook, or smaller ones for more delicate work.
Note: There is a $20 discount for those who register for the four-part series. Members are those who are Crown Point Ecology Center Members and/or Peninsula Art Academy members. Classes are open to individuals, 15 years old and up. Younger participants, if interested, must gain special permission to register. We reserve the right to ask younger participants to leave the class if the become distracting or disruptive. No refund will be given. With questions, and /or to register, please contact the Education Coordinator at 330.668.8992. |
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Dabbles Fiber Art Series Pre-registration for classes is required 2 weeks in advance. A non-refundable deposit of half the total is due at the time of registration, with the balance due at the time of class. Crown Point members receive a 10% discount.
Wool preparation affects every aspect of the spinning and felting processes. Participants will skirt and clean Romney sheep’s wool to prepare it for use in later Dabbles classes. Students will also discuss how to clean alpaca fiber, how to store the material once cleaned, and how to care for the fiber before processing it into yarn or felt. Every season offers a unique variety of plants that can be used to dye fibers naturally. Participants will dye a batch or two of their own fiber as well as learn how to plant various dye plants. Students will also take home one or two potted plants to start a dye garden at home! Feel free to bring your own wool supply for dyeing as well. Jan Stevens has created many healing quilts over the years that she calls Stillwater Quilts. During this two-class series, under Jan’s tutelage, students will create a small personal healing quilt by first exploring, through guided meditation, the kind of energy they wish to call into their life at this time. Students will form a blueprint of renewal and inspiration through the healing elements of color, design, symbols and the rhythm of the work itself. No quilting experience necessary.
May 21, 2005 Before it can be spun or felted, fiber must first be carded. Students card wool to produce large fluffy batts ready to utilize. Participants also learn the basic technique of spinning with a drop spindle they can take home to hone their newly acquired skill.
June 25, 2005 The use of natural dyes brings subtle color to fibers. Students expand their knowledge of plant dyes with summer plants and explore the use of vinegar or acid based dyes. Participants can bring their own fiber for dying or use the sheep wool provided.
July 23, 2005 Jill Cooley presents a basic felting technique called resist felting. Under her guidance, students create their own pattern out of plastic for a small purse, handbag, or tote. Students then finish their work using Merino wool. Learn how to make ruffled edges, lacey holes and inlays in the felt. A class for your creativity to soar!
August 27, 2005 Spinning wheels are a fast way to create hand-spun yarns. Participants will learn the basic parts of a spinning wheel, what to look for when buying a wheel of your own and how to use them to spin designer yarns and exotic fibers. Students are encouraged to bring their own wheel to the class.
September 17, 2005 Autumn plants can be used to dye fibers a beautiful array of yellows and golds. Participants will harvest and dry plants for later use, create a notebook with plant identification for future reference, and - of course- dye fibers using native and non-native plants found in the fields and gardens of Crown Point.
October 22, 2005 To be Announced ASAP
November 19. 2005 Are you looking for a unique theme for your holiday decorations? What about homemade wool ornaments? Jill Cooley will instruct students in the basic technique of needle felting with Merino wool. Participants will make several simple ornaments or one intricate ornament to adorn their home for the holidays.
December 10, 2005 Have you ever noticed the wool clothes at the thrift stores? This class teaches you how to recycle some of them into useful items around the house. Heather teaches the basics of penny rug creations, from the needle work to the creation of your own patterns. Participant’s imaginations are the only limitation for this class.
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Crown Point Ecology Center, PO Box 484, Bath, Ohio 44210
Phone: 330-668-8992 e-mail: hite@crownpt.org
