Fall 2011 classes at Place des Arts

Place des Arts is an integrated arts centre in Coquitlam, BC offering classes and workshops in a variety of fibre arts. Our fibre studio is the only one in the Lower Mainland offering a variety of table and floor looms as well as spinning wheels. Our fibre technician, Irene Weisner, has over 30 years experience as a fibre artist and teacher.

Place des Arts offers classes and workshops in weaving, spinning, dyeing, tapestry, felting, knitting and basketry. Fall 2011 classes begin the week of September 19, 2011. Featured in our Fall workshops is “Appalachian Egg Basket” and a variety of Christmas workshops such as “Wire Crochet Christmas Stars”, “Christmas Miniature Baskets”, and “Felted Christmas Ornaments”. Private lessons are also available.

Open studio time, subject to room availability, is available between classes free of charge for registered students. Weaving students are also able to take home small table looms for practice between classes.

Please feel free to contact us for more information – we would love to hear from you!

1120 Brunette Avenue, Coquitlam, BC  V3K 1G2

T 604.664.1636  |  F 604.664.1658

info@placedesarts.ca  |  www.placedesarts.ca

January 22 – Feb 3, 2012

Study Weaving in Laos – Southeast Asia

99% of Lao textiles, which are regarded as some of the most complicated and beautiful in the world have symbolic meaning — mostly draggon or Naga representation.  Lao textiles are produced by three main weaving techniques: Ikat, or tie-dye, Chok, which produces dense raised patterns, like brocade, and tapestry.  One also encounters embroidery, batik, and crochet.  Other optional classes include basket weaving, batik art, silk making from cocoons, and bamboo , and organic dying. 

Cost $2300.00 based on 2 people sharing a twin or double room.  Discounts offered to a group of 5 or more… for a whole lot more thorough information and itinerary details go to www.danutours.com or call 1(888)476-0543    Information courtesy of Judy Slattum (Danu Tours)

All the way from OLDS 2011 Fibre Week, Lynne Anderson has brought back a number of prize winning Alberta fleeces that will be available for purchase

July 9, 2011 Saturday
starting at 6:00 PM (no earlier please)

15624 18th. Ave.
Lynne Anderson (personal sale not Knitopia)

Prize Winning Alberta Fleeces From OLDS 2011 Fibre Week

Romney/Merino
Blue Face Leicester
Shetland
Cross breeds
Blue Face Crosses

Cash or Cheque Only

Snacks will be available: decaf coffee, real coffee, tea, cookies, fruit platters,

Harris tweed: The weaving industry of the Outer Hebrides – video

This ‘champagne of fabrics’ is used by companies from Yves Saint Laurent to Converse. And it’s made on a tiny island in the Outer Hebrides

http://www.guardian.co.uk/lifeandstyle/video/2011/jun/06/harris-tweed-weaving-hebrides-video

We have been asked by the 2013 conference committee in Bellingham to have you take this short survey.

Saturday, August 6th, 11-4. Surrey Museum’s Fourth Annual “Pic-Knit”,

Surrey Museum, 17710 56A Ave, Cloverdale.  Local Fibre Vendors, Knitters, Fibre Enthusiasts, demos, short classes and the Cloverdale Blueberry Festival. A fun day for all members of the family to attend.

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Saturday, July 30th, 10-4.
Peace Arch Weavers and Spinners Annual “Spin-In”,
Historic Stewart Farmhouse, 13723 Crescent Road, Surrey.

Come join the Guild and spin (or knit) under the trees in this picturesque and historic location. Vendors, refreshments and old friends… We’ll be there under our canopy. De-stashing is our goal this Summer so be sure to look for lots of bargains !

I am working for a small non-profit organization in Peru called Awamaki (meaning “handwoven” in Quechua). We aim to empower young, impoverished women to participate in a modernizing economy in a way that allows them to maintain their culture. We work with weaving associations in two communities in the Patacancha Valley in Peu. We work with the women to improve the quality of their weavings, to revitalize the textile tradition, and to ensure a reliable income for them.

Part of our project is focused on sustainable tourism, with homestay visits and also weaving and natural dye workshops in the communities. This October, we are hosting our second annual weaving retreat. The 14 day retreat includes six days of intensive weaving and dye workshops. It includes a visit to the communities where we work, lessons on weaving on the traditional backstrap loom, spinning with the puska (Andean drop spindle), and using native plants and insects to dye wool. Additionally, it includes a tour of the historical and cultural sites around Cusco, including infamous Machu Picchu. All profits from this tour are reinvested into the Awamaki Weaving Project.

As a weavers association, I am writing to inquire as to whether you would be interested in promoting this workshop in some way. I grew up in Portland, Oregon, and while I have not yet delved into the world of weaving, I am very interested in fiber arts, especially knitting, and it is my hope that I can spread the word of this amazing opportunity with like minded members of nearby communities.

I am more than happy to answer any questions you may have. More information on the weaving retreat, as well as Awamaki and our Weaving Project in general can be found at our website, here: www.awamaki. org. Information on the retreat itself is here: http://www.awamaki. org/Andean- weaving-retreat.

I look forward to your reply,

Thank you,

Sarah Wiley

The Port Moody Arts Centre Society, as part of our 14^th Annual Festival of the Arts, will be participating in the Annual Ioco Ghost Town Days on Sunday October 2, 2011. This event is held at the far West end of Ioco Road in Port Moody.

The Port Moody Heritage Society in conjunction with the Port Moody Arts Centre presents the Annual Ioco Days on Sunday October 2, 2011.

We are looking for artists who work with traditional crafts which could include; lace making, paper quilling, spinning, felting and weaving to join us for this annual event.

As a participating artist you will be demonstrating your craft, explaining the process to the public and organizing ‘hands-on’ activities for children and adults.  Tables, chairs and covered areas will be available for artists.

There will also be an opportunity to showcase your art work at Port Moody Public Library in August 2011 before the event in October 2011.

How to apply:

• Please mail or email 5 images of your work.
• Include your contact information: name, address, telephone number and email.
• Please include a title for each piece, medium, and a price if for sale.
• Include a short biography and outline your experience relating to this submission.

The deadline for submissions is Friday July 8, 2011

Please send your submission to: Susan Jessop – Gallery Coordinator, Port Moody Arts Centre 2501 St Johns Street, Port Moody, BC

Here are the final images from the 2011 ANWG Fashion Show.  For more detailed images and to see the full collection at one time be sure to check out the 2011 Fashion Show Page.

If you click on the image you will get a larger view of the picture and greater details on the garment.

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