Workshops 2025 -26 Season
2025 - 2026 Season
The 2025-26 Program & Workshop committee has an interesting array of Programs and Workshops in the coming months. You can read full information on our website, www.valleyfiberartguild.org
Take full advantage of your membership, enjoy interesting programs each month and
sign up for a Workshop/Classes, learn something new.
We’ve included a Registration Form to print in the newsletter.
Please note: Workshop/Class registrations fees are non-refundable, if for some reason you are unable to take the workshop or class it is possible to find someone who would like to take the class. We sometimes have wait lists. We will make every effort to help you find a replacement. Thank you for your consideration.
'Coiled Fabric Baskets' with Nancy Gould
No Sewing Machine and No Rope Core Technique
Date: Friday November 14, 2025
Time: 9am ~ 3pm
Venue: Valley Presbyterian Church
Cost: $50.00
Limited to 10 Students
Students will explore making coiled fabric baskets using two basic techniques. Light weight fabric wrapped around a core cloth wrapped and stitched with a thin binder material and/or
another using heavier/bulkier fabric without a core that is wrapped but not sewn with a thicker binder material. We will play with thread tension, fabric manipulation and going where the process takes us.
It isn’t likely you will walk away with a finished project (unless it is very small or you work very fast) but you will be able to continue on your own journey into endless possibilities. I find
the process to be relatively simple, relaxing, inexpensive and as creative as one wants to be.
I will have supplies and materials to use but you might want to go through your stash if you want a particular color or simply want to try with your own materials. We can work with almost anything for fabric and any binder that will fit through a large eye tapestry style needle. Student Supplies: Scissors, Binder clip (used to hold papers together), Old sheet (to use as a core cloth), Outer fabric — cotton / upholstery / just about anything. Heavy thread / embroidery floss / crochet thread / etc. Needle — I like to use size 3 doll needles and large eye blunt tapestry needle, thimble and craft pliers (optional). A willingness to let perfection go, relax, enjoy, de-stash.
'Weaving with Little Looms' with Lindy Brigham
Continuous weaving method to create accessories and clothing.
Date: Friday January 30, 2026
Time: 9am ~ 3pm
Venue: Valley Presbyterian Church
Cost: $50.00 + Kit of your choice
Limited to 10 Students
This is designed as a beginners class on pin loom weaving.
But those who have some experience may also find it interesting in that we will start the process for a completed project going from basic weaving to joining the squares. A manual will be provided with information on different kinds of pin looms available, tools needed, yarn
considerations, joining techniques, and useful references.
A simple scarf of individual squares will be started in the class and students should have enough information by the end of the workshop to complete it at home or during the
workshop if you have made pin-loom squares before!
A kit is available with enough yarn to complete a pin loom scarf for those with their own pin-looms. $10. A kit with a pin loom and yarn for a scarf $40.
In the class we will weave at least two squares and then attach
these two with a join of your choice. The kit has enough material
to finish the project on your own.
'Nuno Felt Stained Glass Shawl' with Patti Barker
If you enjoy puzzles, you will love this class.
Date: Monday, February 23, 2026
Time: 9am ~ 3pm
Venue: Valley Presbyterian Church
Cost: $75.00 + Material Fee $80 includes fabric and fiber, MF payable to instructor the day of class
Limited to 12 Students
Participants cut up hand dyed silk gauze, then piece it together using a mosaic Nuno felt techniques. There are two color options to choose from..colorful or neutrals.
Students will receive an equipment supply list upon registration.
'Nuno Felt Circle Vest' with Patti Barker
Date: Tuesday, February 24, 2026
Time: 9am ~ 3pm
Venue: Valley Presbyterian Church
Cost: $75.00 + Material Fee $80 includes fabric and fiber, MF payable to instructor on class day
Limited to 12 Students
The Circle Vest is flattering because of the curve at the lower back and a versatile vest because It can be worn 4 different ways. Participants create a vest in colors of their choice. This is a one day class. Students will be able to discuss their color choice with Patti via email.
Students will receive an equipment supply list
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'Double Weave on 4 Shafts' with Patty Huffer
Date - March 13, 14, and 15, 2026
Cost - $ 140, this includes a $20 materials fee
Location & Time - LaPosada community room, 9:30 - 3:30
Min/Max students - 10/12
Registration Deadline - February 1, 2026
Registration open to public - December 15, 2026 with membership in VFAG
Level - Beginning to Advance - Students should be able to read a draft and weave without assistance.
Explore the potential of double weaving in this class. Using only four shafts, you can create cloth that is twice the width of your loom. You can create tubes, pockets, multiple layers, and even pick-up designs.
In class you’ll learn the theory of double weave, experiment with different materials, and complete a storage caddy sampler that you can use for shuttles, scissors, or other weaving tools.
Each student will receive warping instructions and loom set up in advance of the workshop.
Bio - Patty Huffer has been wearing since 1981. After graduating from Central Washington University, she took a summer class in weaving. This began her almost 40 years of weaving and teaching. The love of fibers and teaching others has been a life-long inspiration for her. She always looks forward to the moment when a student understands for the first time how a woven piece is constructed resulting in a beautiful finished piece. Patty’s experience and use of many types of looms, and threading possibilities has contributed to her ongoing passion for weaving.
'Eco-Dyeing Magic' with Lori Kovash
Do you want to experience the magic of eco-dyeing?
Date: Thursday March 19, 2026
Time: 9am ~ 3pm
Venue: Valley Presbyterian Church
Cost: $70.00 + Kit: Silk Scarf & Fabric $15.Limited to 12 Students – Minimum 8
You will learn how to create a one of a kind piece of art using leaves and flowers. I will walk through the process of how to prepare your fabric to accept the tannins and natural dyes from plants. We will talk about how to use leaves and flowers to create the clearest prints. I have several examples of natural dyes you can achieve in your own home with plants and flowers locally grown. These natural dyes pair so beautifully with eco-dyeing. I just love it and hope you will too!.
'Eco-Dyeing a Garment' with Lori Kovash
~ Continue the Magic
Date: Friday March 20, 2026
Time: 9am ~ 3pm
Venue: Valley Presbyterian Church
Cost: $70.00 + Plus garment choice $ varies
Limited to 12 Students
The next step in Eco-Dyeing; learn the intricacy of doing a garment as you work with Lori to create a beautiful top. Planning the design and implementation are the core of this workshop, allowing you to create the eco-print design best suited to the style of the garment. Lori will have a variety of tops to choose from and purchase after her program at the February VFAG meeting.
March 19 Eco-Dye class is a prerequisite