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Week of July 13th: Classes and Events at Craftfolk

Published about 2 months ago • 2 min read

We enjoyed a fun and messy gel plate printing workshop on Saturday with teacher Jill McCann. Jill showed many examples of prints she's created with the gel plate and shared techniques for creating layers, texture, and image transfers to create one-of-a-kind collaged prints. We all enjoyed getting our hands dirty and Jill sent students home with a gel plate and supplies to continue experimenting at home.

At Craft Club on Thursday, folks worked on painting and spinning. It's so fun to see everyone else's work and share information and inspiration with each other. Some of us are planning to experiment with watercolors this week. Join us for Craft Club this Thursday, July 16th at the Colfax Farmer's Market (4-6pm). Bring any craft project you want to work on and a chair. We provide the space and sweet treats to enjoy. RSVPs are helpful so we know how many cookies to bake, but walk-ins are also welcome. Crafters are also welcome to stay longer and listen to music while working on their projects.

The Bluegrass & Old-Time Jam follows on Thursdays from 6-7:30pm at the Colfax Farmers Market. We welcome all levels of players and singers, or folks who just want to pull up a chair and listen. Bring your instrument, chair, and a few tunes to share. It's a fun hang and we hope you will join us!

Thank you for making our first season of Craftfolk such a joy! We'll be taking a break from workshops in August and will resume in the fall. Craft Club and the Bluegrass & Old-Time Jam will keep going all summer long. Hope to see you there! Note: There will be no Craft Club or Jam on July 23rd.

Wishing you a creative week and hope to see you soon,
Gretchen

Gretchen Boyce
Founder, Craftfolk Collective

Featured Workshop:

Sunday, July 19, 1-3pm:
Build & Weave: An Introduction to Frame Looms

Interested in weaving but don't have the space or budget for a full-size loom? Think again! In this beginner friendly workshop, you will make your own frame loom using simple household materials, and learn how to weave on it with a selection of colorful and natural yarns. You will go home with a loom that's ready to use and the skills to experiment with weaving on your own.

No experience necessary, all materials provided.

Tuition: $50 | Materials: $15

About the instructor:
​Meredith Cherry is the owner of Siren Song Fleece Works, a small-batch custom wool and fiber mill in Grass Valley. When she's not cleaning wool in the mill, she loves to knit, weave, and spin yarn. Facebook/Instagram/TikTok @siren.song.fleece

Weekly Events:

Thursdays, 4-6pm:
Community Craft Club (FREE!)

Join us for an informal gathering of makers, neighbors, and friends. Bring your own project and work in the company of community. We offer the space and light snacks to enjoy.

Free! Bring a chair and your own materials/projects.

Location: Colfax Farmers Market, South Main Street, Colfax.

Note: No Craft Club on July 23rd!

Thursdays, 6-7:30pm:
Craftfolk Bluegrass & Old-Time Jam (FREE!)

Join us each week for an informal gathering of pickers and singers and share your favorite bluegrass songs and fiddle tunes. Everyone is welcome.

Free! Bring your instrument and a chair.

Location: Colfax Farmers Market, South Main Street, Colfax.

Note: No Jam on July 23rd!

Upcoming Workshops:

Saturday, 7/18, 10am-Noon, Chèvre: Make Your Own Traditional Goat's Milk Cheese with Sergio and Rebecca Navarro

Sold out!

Sunday, 7/19, 1-3pm, Build & Weave: An Introduction to Frame Looms with Meredith Cherry

Community Events:

38 N. Main Street (rear unit), Colfax, CA 95713

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