MASTER PROGRAMS

MASTER SPINNER PROGRAM:

The Master Spinner Program consists of six progressive levels of classroom and independent study involving skill development, research studies and project assignments in the area of hand spinning of all major types of fibres, yarns and the end use of the spun yarns. Module content competencies and skill lists are available for viewing or download on the Master Spinner Program page at: www.oldscollege.ca/fibreweek

LEVEL 1

This is NOT a beginner spinning class. Students should have a working relationship with a spinning wheel. The Beginning Spinning course is strongly recommended for those with little or no experience.

Sunday, June 18 - Thursday June 22

$755 (includes marking fee) + $85 materials (+ GST)

LEVEL 2

Sunday, June 18 - Thursday June 22

$755 (includes marking fee) + $85 materials (+ GST)

LEVEL 3

Sunday, June 18 - Thursday June 22

$755 (includes marking fee) + $85 materials (+ GST)

LEVEL 4

Sunday, June 18 - Thursday June 22

$755 (includes marking fee) + $85 materials (+ GST)

LEVEL 5

Sunday, June 18 - Thursday June 22

$755 (includes marking fee) + $85 materials (+ GST)

LEVEL 6

Not offered at Fibre Week 2023

Spinning Wheel And Weaving Loom Rentals

There are a limited number of wheels and table top looms available for rent on a first-come basis. Please call to reserve your wheel when you register for your classes.

Master Weaver Program

LEVEL 1

This is NOT a beginner course (see Beginning Weaving in the Fibre Arts section). The Olds College Master Weaver Certificate Program is a formal process of sequential learning and evaluation consisting of 5 progressive levels of instruction and independent study involving skill development, research studies and project assignments, thus providing an educational environment in which an individual can acquire the skills to become an independent weaver.

Prerequisite: Students should be experienced weavers, and are expected to be able to warp a loom independently at the outset of the class, and be conversant with basic weaving language and tools. Independent weaving experience is essential.

Sunday, June 18 - Thursday June 22

$655 (includes marking fee) + $65 materials (+ GST)

LEVEL 2

Sunday, June 18 - Thursday June 22

$655 (includes marking fee) + $65 materials (+ GST)

LEVEL 3

Sunday, June 18 - Thursday June 22

$655 (includes marking fee) + $65 materials (+ GST)

LEVEL 4

Sunday, June 18 - Thursday June 22

$655 (includes marking fee) + $65 materials (+ GST)

LEVEL 5

Independent study course - check website for details.