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NOTE: Classes may be removed from our online registration system two weeks after the start of a class. Please contact the Registrars if you have questions about a class that you do not see listed on the website.

 

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FIBER ARTS

WINTER 2025

See MULTIGENERATIONAL, WORKSHOPS FOR FAMILIES, and CHILDREN AND TEENS for additional fiber offerings. 

Click here to view Fall 2024 Classes

 

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C75125 Advanced Beginner Weaving, Mondays, 9:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
Instructor: Traudi Bestler
Skill level: ALL

This class continues the exploration of hand-weaving using Art Center looms. Individual skills will be expanded and different techniques will be introduced depending on class interests. A great class for advanced beginners and those wanting to refresh their weaving skills.

Enrollment limited to 8
Ages 16 and up
Classes scheduled every week on Monday starting 1/6/2025 and ending 2/17/2025 at 9:30AM
 
Attendees: 1 $ 282.00 ea.

C70025 Intermediate Weaving, Tuesdays, 9:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
Instructor: Traudi Bestler
Skill level: ALL

In this class, students continue their exploration of weave structures. The projects and lessons are more challenging and will lead the weaver further down the path of learning. You will become more confident in setting up your loom and making the ideas in your imagination become real. You'll receive help with your projects and experience weaving on a variety of looms.

Enrollment limited to 10
Ages 16 and up
Classes scheduled every week on Tuesday starting 1/7/2025 and ending 2/18/2025 at 9:30AM
 
Attendees: 1 $ 282.00 ea.

C70425 Wednesday Weaving, Wednesdays, 9:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
Instructor: Traudi Bestler
Skill level: AD

For people who can warp looms and read drafts independently. This class studies more complex weave structures and often spends one portion studying a new weave structure, followed by individual exploration into a project of choice. Designing using a computer program is also covered.

Enrollment limited to 8
Ages 16 and up
Classes scheduled every week on Wednesday starting 1/8/2025 and ending 2/26/2025 at 9:30AM
 
Attendees: 1 $ 322.00 ea.

C71225 Folk Art Rug Hooking, Wednesdays, 1 - 4 p.m.
Instructor: Laurie Lausen
Skill level: ALL

Create whimsical rugs using fabric strips and a simple hook. Discover a great way to recycle old fabrics. This is not latch-hook. New students will start by designing a simple mug mat to learn the techniques and then move on to a larger project. Mug mat materials which include wool strips, linen backing, finishing supplies, a rug hook for you to keep and a class notebook can be purchased at the first class for $35 plus tax. Experienced students will work on a project in progress or start designing a new one. Lesson plans include the history of rug hooking, design and transfer methods, color planning, fabric preparation, finishing techniques and so much more.

Enrollment limited to 12
Ages 16 and up
Classes scheduled every week on Wednesday starting 1/8/2025 and ending 2/19/2025 at 1:00PM
 
Attendees: 1 $ 282.00 ea.

C78125 Beginning Weaving, Thursdays, 9:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
Instructor: Traudi Bestler
Skill level: B, AB

This class introduces the pleasures of hand-weaving. Using Art Center table looms, you will learn all about setting up and weaving a small project. New weavers may make scarves, table linens, bags or other interesting objects. A variety of twill patterns will be explored. Both beginners and those wanting to refresh their weaving skills are welcome in this group. An additional $17 materials fee plus tax will be collected from first-time students.

Enrollment limited to 7
Ages 16 and up
Classes scheduled every week on Thursday starting 1/9/2025 and ending 2/20/2025 at 9:30AM
 
Attendees: 1 $ 282.00 ea.

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2240 North Shore Drive
Wayzata, MN 55391

 

952-473-7361 x. 160

Hours
Monday          9 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Tuesday         9 a.m. - 9 p.m.
Wednesday    9 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Thursday        9 a.m. - 9 p.m.
Friday             9 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Saturday         9 a.m. - 4 p.m.
(mid-June through August, 9 a.m. - 1 p.m.)
Sunday            closed

The building is closed for Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve through New Year's Day*, Memorial Day and the last week in August through Labor Day.* There is no open studio when the building is closed. 

 

* Phone lines will be open Monday-Friday, excluding holidays, 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. to take class registrations.  

  

This activity is made possible by the voters of Minnesota through a Minnesota State Arts Board Operating Support grant, thanks to a legislative appropriation from the arts and cultural heritage fund.
   
The Minnetonka Center for the Arts is accessible to students with disabilities. If you require special assistance, please notify the Art  Center Registrar at 952.473.7361, ext. 160, and/or the Minnesota  Relay Service (for the hearing impaired) at 800.627.3529 at least two weeks in advance. We will be happy to accommodate your needs.


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