The Winter into Spring 2008 schedule is here...scroll down to read about "Events" happening this Spring!

If you are in need of accomodations while attending a class at The Wooly Red Rug... Click here for nearby accommodations!

Primitive Rug Hooking is an age old craft using fabric strips and a simple hook to produce wonderful, whimsical rugs. While learning the basics of rug hooking, we will also explore the history and traditions behind this craft. Star Patch (view sample) is a 7” x 7” mat perfect for beginners! The class kit which contains all the materials, is included in the class fee. Students will need to bring a 12” or 14” quilting hoop and a scissors to class. (If need be…these are available for purchase at class!)
Fee: $60.00
Wednesdays: January 23 & February 6
7:00pm to 9:30pm
OR
Saturday: February 23
11:00am to 4:00pm
OR
Mondays: March 3 & 17
7:00pm to 9:30pm

Finishing Techniques
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This class will explore the many options of “finishing” a hooked piece. Bring to class: your “current” project, basic hooking supplies, tapestry needle, sewing needle and thread, notebook, pencil.
Fee: $25.00
Wednesday, February 27
7:00pm to 9:30pm
OR
Saturday, March 1
11:00am to 2:00pm
OR
Sunday, March 9
1:00pm to 3:30pm

Design a rug...
Transform your ideas into a treasured heirloom. This class will cover all the steps...from creating the design and transferring it to your backing; color planning and wool selection; hooking and finishing options! To the first meeting bring your ideas...sketches or inspiration. Hooking tools and wool will be need for the second meeting. Special class discount will apply to wool and backing purchased in class. Cost of materials will vary depending on the size of your project.
Fee: $80.00
Wednesdays: April 23 & 30, May 14 & 21 7:00pm to 9:30pm

Dye Workshop

In this “hands on” full day workshop we will cover all the basics and explore several dye techniques. Class fee includes extensive course notes with recipes and dyed wool samples. Wear old clothes and bring….an apron, rubber gloves, pen/pencil and plastic sandwich bags to bring wet samples home in.
Fee: $55.00
Saturday: May 17
11:00am to 4:00pm

Note…For Saturday classes we take a short lunch break…you may bring a bag lunch or visit one of the neighborhood take-out restaurants!

Wool Appliqué Journal Cover
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These wool appliquéd journal covers are great for gifts…or a cool treat for yourself! Journaling and sketching are the secret to keeping your creativity alive and flowing! There is something so special about using a personalized journal! You can bring to class a journal or notebook, favorite pieces of wool, embroidery floss, beads or any other fun tidbits in your stash…or buy materials at class...everything you’ll need will be available. Click here to view samples
Fee: $25.00(material cost NOT included in fee)
Wednesdays March 12 & 26, 7:00pm to 9:00pm

Wool Woven Heart Pin Keep
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Inspired by my Danish heritage and memories of school day Valentines... We’ll use a variety of hand-dyed wools and threads to stitch and embellish the pin keep! This little treasure would also make a great hanging ornament! Class fee includes all supplies, but if you have a special piece of wool you want to use...bring it along! Click here to view sample
Fee: $25.00
Saturday February 2, 11:00am to 3:00pm

Continuing this year...WOOL-911...Tuesdays are WOOL HELP days...
Get help with your current project...or start a new one. Need help in color planning? Struggling with a technique? Need a refresher on finishing? Unlike our monthly hooking groups, which are not instruction oriented...the 2nd and 4th Tuesdays are the perfect times for some serious help!
Please call ahead to register!
2nd or 4th Tuesdays from 1:00pm til 3:30pm Fee: $10.00 per 2 ½ hour session

Registration info: To reserve your space…send a check along with a note stating class title, date and time to:

L. J. Fibers at The Wooly Red Rug
4750 Grand Avenue South
Minneapolis, MN 55419
Questions???
Call Laurie at 612-824-1131 or
ljfibers@hotmail.com

Individual Classes can be arranged to fit your schedule!
Introduction to Rug Hooking
Two - 2 hour sessions (scheduled to meet your needs)
1st session: history of rug hooking, overview of materials, basic techniques, begin project
2nd session: finishing techniques
$75.00 includes instruction, beginner's kit (several to choose from), and hook. Bring your own 12" or 14" quilting hoop or purchase one at class.

Beyond Beginner...aka...Design Your Own
Two - 2 hour sessions (scheduled to meet your needs)
1st session: drawing your design, transferring to backing, begin color planning
2nd session: review color plan, choose wools, cut and begin hooking
$60.00 plus cost of project

Color Planning and Hooking Help are also available by the hour...call or email for details or to register for a class.

The Wooly Red Rug Hooking Groups
We get together each month on the Third Thursday from 7 to 9 PM and the Second Saturday from 11 to 2. All are Welcome...No fee...No formal instruction...but you will find conversation and laughter...an opinion or two...advice and encouragement...GREAT (strong) coffee...and of course oodles of WOOL!
Please join us!!! If you have any questions, please email:
ljfibers@hotmail.com

Cancellation Policy: PLEASE READ!!!!! Class fees are refundable up to one week (7 days) prior to the start of class. After that fees are NOT refundable. Refunds will be made if class is cancelled by L. J. Fibers/The Wooly Red Rug

EVENTS...
Mark your calendars and stop by and visit with me at these great wooly events…
I’ll be vending at these GREAT events...
Mark you calendar...
Hopkins Rug Artists Spring Hook-In
Saturday, April 19, 2008
9:00 – 2:30pm
Hope Presbyterian Church
7132 Portland Ave S.
Richfield, MN
Door Prizes and refreshments!
Bring your hooking and a bag lunch...this is always a FUN event!

Shepherd’s Harvest Sheep and Wool Festival
May 10 & 11
Saturday 9-5 Sunday 10-4
Washington County Fairgrounds
Lake Elmo, MN
Admission and Parking are FREE for this FUN, FAMILY event with GREAT music, food and of course FIBER! For more information visit the festival website