Introduction to Rug Tufting with Melissa Monroe
LYNN HANSON GALLERY is delighted to host this workshop with Melissa Monroe at ArtWorks in Edmonds in April, 2023.
The space can support 14 students, with plenty of parking out front -- reserve your spot now.
Questions? Please contact Lynn at (206) 960-2118.
The space can support 14 students, with plenty of parking out front -- reserve your spot now.
Questions? Please contact Lynn at (206) 960-2118.
Dates: Saturday and Sunday, April 15 & 16, 2023, 10 am - 5 pm.
Location: ArtWorks, 201 2nd Ave S, Edmonds, WA
Price: $400
Details:
Location: ArtWorks, 201 2nd Ave S, Edmonds, WA
Price: $400
Details:
- Reserve your spot with a $100 deposit -- non-refundable.
- Balance of workshop fees ($300) are due by Friday April 14.
- Supply fee of $60 payable to instructor on the first day.
Registration
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Any questions? Prefer to register like before? Contact Lynn Hanson at 206-960-2118 or email [email protected]
Any questions? Prefer to register like before? Contact Lynn Hanson at 206-960-2118 or email [email protected]
Description
Come learn the exciting new craft of machine tufting! Melissa will be teaching the fundamentals of tufting, proper technique, sourcing supplies and finishing options. By using a tufting machine you can quickly create rugs and wall hanging. Each student will leave class with a 20” x 20” loop pile rug! The tufting machine is like a hand held sewing machine, using pressure against the cloth you will move the machine as the needle inserts the wool yarn in and out of the cloth creating your design. Melissa will share her intuitive process of designing by working to create imagery, color patterns, and texture within the work. She welcomes students who have a specific design in mind as well as students who are starting from a blank slate!
Each student receives their own workspace with a loop pile tufting machine and frame to use during the workshop. Previous student work can be seen instagram @tuftingworkshop
What is included in the course? 20 plus colors of High quality 100% wool rug yarn, tufting material, backing glue and all the tools you need to make a rug. Backing will be done at home with a hot glue gun, or needle. Finishing steps will be demonstrated. When you participate in this workshop you will have your own workspace including a tufting frame, loop pile tufting gun, scissors and other tools. The class supply fee provides you with enough materials to make approx.. a 20” x 20"
If you get through the first rug you can pay $60 to make a second rug. I will be sharing my process of choosing color and design. I do recommend you come with an idea of what you would like to make, subject matter or colors. A projector will be available to trace your design if you’d like. You may also work without a plan. I will also have some cut pile guns available for you to try and integrate into small areas of your rug. We will mostly be using the loop pile gun, the cut pile gun is quite a bit louder, uses more yarn, dustier and in my opinion harder to use, however if this what you would like to use for your at home process you will have the knowledge you need to know to use this machine as well. Using a tufting gun does take some strength and you will need to stand and use some arm muscle to hold the gun up. If you have concerns if you will be able to complete a rug I'd be happy to talk to you to see if it will be possible for you.
Melissa Monroe
Artist (she/her) www.melissamonroeart.com 503-484-6970
Each student receives their own workspace with a loop pile tufting machine and frame to use during the workshop. Previous student work can be seen instagram @tuftingworkshop
What is included in the course? 20 plus colors of High quality 100% wool rug yarn, tufting material, backing glue and all the tools you need to make a rug. Backing will be done at home with a hot glue gun, or needle. Finishing steps will be demonstrated. When you participate in this workshop you will have your own workspace including a tufting frame, loop pile tufting gun, scissors and other tools. The class supply fee provides you with enough materials to make approx.. a 20” x 20"
If you get through the first rug you can pay $60 to make a second rug. I will be sharing my process of choosing color and design. I do recommend you come with an idea of what you would like to make, subject matter or colors. A projector will be available to trace your design if you’d like. You may also work without a plan. I will also have some cut pile guns available for you to try and integrate into small areas of your rug. We will mostly be using the loop pile gun, the cut pile gun is quite a bit louder, uses more yarn, dustier and in my opinion harder to use, however if this what you would like to use for your at home process you will have the knowledge you need to know to use this machine as well. Using a tufting gun does take some strength and you will need to stand and use some arm muscle to hold the gun up. If you have concerns if you will be able to complete a rug I'd be happy to talk to you to see if it will be possible for you.
Melissa Monroe
Artist (she/her) www.melissamonroeart.com 503-484-6970