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“Primitive Rug Hooking for Beginners” Workshop with Nancy Blair

Date: Morning - Friday, August 17, 2012 - 8:00a.m. – 12:00 noon Class Fee: $50.00 / Members $46.00 Kit Fee: (See below) Location: Founder's Hall - Stage Right Description: If you ever wanted to try rug hooking, this is the workshop for you. Nancy will start with the basics and cover the equipment, supplies and techniques of primitive rug hooking. Students will then have an opportunity to practice the technique of pulling up loops of wool and see why we're all “hooked” on this fun and creative textile art. Level: No Experience Necessary.  Everyone welcome, no prior rug hooking knowledge or experience required. This class is open to both adults and children who are 12 and older. Kit Description: pattern, pre-cut wool, hook and hand-outs (The kit must be purchased from “Tomorrow’s Heirlooms” vendor booth in Founder’s Hall anytime between Wednesday and Friday before the workshop begins. There are many design, color and price options available.) Optional Frame: Hooking frames are also available for purchase (prices vary) Students need to bring: Scissors, pen and paper Bio: Nancy and her husband Fred started their rug hooking business, Tomorrow’s Heirlooms, and sell rug hooking supplies in Michigan and throughout the Midwest. Nancy teaches and specializes in primitive rug hooking, color planning, dying wool and designing patterns for children. [return to workshop listing]

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