The weekend of September 24, 25, & 26, 2010 are the dates set for the Fiber Arts For-'em. This Event is to be held at the Beautiful Grounds at Camp Pearl Louisiana. You can see a map on how to get to the Camp at
Camp Pearl Map Directions.

For Information and Pictures of the Camp Please go to the Fiber Arts Home Page at
Camp Pearl Fiber For-'em

Please print and return this form for desired workshops by clicking here:
Workshops Form

The Class Project will be a twill Sampler. Warp and Weft will be available for you to use, but you are welcome to bring your own if you wish. Color selection will be provided and you will be able to choose from what we have on hand.

The perfect class for beginnning weavers! In this workshop you will warp and weave on a four harness floor loom. You will learn to read a draft (pattern) and weave a lovely Twill Sampler. You may bring your own loom or use one provided for class, but you will have to complete the weaving in the time allowed if you don't have your own loom. After you register for this class you will be given further information about the yarns and setts neccessary should you want to bring your own yarn..

Overshot For Intermediate Weavers: You must have basic weaving knowledge before you take this class. You will be given instructions for overshot pot holders. You will learn to read the Overshot draft & how to weave in overshot patterns. Warp and Weft will be available for purchase from our supplies. Saturday: weaving until finished! Once you have registered you will be sent the yarn requirements if you plan to bring your own, otherwise it will be provided for you at the workshop.

If you will be requiring a loom for the class you must reserve one before hand. There will be no extra looms at the class. You will need to inquire for a floor loom. there will be a $25.00 rental fee on looms provided. There will be workshop looms on first come first serve basis, and you need to speak for one at the time you send in your registration. Those who do not have a loom and use one of the looms supplied for the class must have their weaving complete before the end of the For-'em. No audits, or walk-ins for this class. Maximum students=8. Class will be taught by Margrett Stretton, and Charlene Quinilty. This class will start with teaching basic parts and terminology of the loom, how to determine warp thread and weft thread weights. If you have warped your loom and have your own you will be able to begin weaving at this point. If your loom is not warped you will need to begin the warping process Friday morning after the introductory. The Workshop looms available can be warped for you at a warping fee of $30.00 extra. The Friday morning class will go into figuring needed yardage for a project, and determining the center point of the reed and loom. There will be a short lecture on how to read drafts and how to tie the loom up for weaving. Saturday will be devoted to weaving.

Class duration: 2 days, 2 hours each day. Materials need for class: scissors, 36 heavy cardboard (like matt board) rectangles 2" X 6" and 1 heavy cardboard rectangle 2" X 12", please no color other than white, or light to medium grey, small bottle of glue. I will have some extras if needed. Class discription: Day 1: Hands on working with color. We will be looking at color relationships, and values that can be transferred from the world of two-dimensional painting to integration into a three-deminsional fiber work. Day 2: Weaving samples of the color work from the previous class. Bring any troublesome yarn or fiber that you may be having trouble using because of it's color. If you have a finished project that you want to have critiqued please bring this also. Bring your yarn or yarns that you are struggling to find colors to go with.

notes will be provided for classes.

Please note that no previous art experience is necessary for these classes. These classes are intended to introduce color theory to beginners and to brush up and review for the more experienced. Class taught by Albion Norman. Maximum students limited to 10, no observers.

Please note that these are two classes. The class on Friday is for the Basic Class and the class on Saturday is for the Ribber Class. Peggy will help in the afternoons to practice what you have learned in the morning class.

If you are still struggling with the cast on process--this class is for you. I will show you how to clean, oil and set your CSM up to knit. Your machine will need to be complete and in good working order-no missing parts. If you have not purchased new needles for your machine, you will probably need to do so. Bring yarn to use suitable for your machine (sock yarn, or fingering weight) along with all your tools, scissors, oil and waste yarn. An extra cyclinder spring and needles are good to have on hand especially if your machine has been sitting for a long period. You will need to bring your CSM stand and a light. Please e-mail me at Peggy, to let me know what type of machine that you will be bringing.

Class will cover, setting up the machine to knit, making a hemmed top, picot edging, mock ribbing, making heels and toes.

Class taught by Peggy Lathrop from Garland, Texas, Class limit: 6. Observers are limited to 2.

Learn to cast on, knit, purl, and cast off. Learn to read basic knit instructions. Materials provided include knitting needles, yarn and handouts. Taught by Beth Syron.

learn to prep mohair fiber for spining in the curl, and spin yarn with the curls. Class will be about 2 hours and taught by Susie Stretton. Maximum students=4

This class will cover dyeing wool yarns using 3 different dying techniques. Students will do a varigated single color, tri-color & painted skein. Material needed are 2 wool skeins at least 2 feet long and 1 wool skein 5 feet in length or a mateial fee of $30.00. Taught by Rhonda Selser. Maximum students=6.

Learn the basic Spinning techniques using a drop Spindle. Materials provided will include wool ready to spin, drop spindle and handouts. Taught by Beth Syron.

If you have a knitting machine, but no idea where to start, this is the class for you. We will lubricate your machine and verify it is in working order. We will learn how to cast on, knit a standard tension swatch, and cast off. We will learn to block the tension swatches.

Bring your machine main bed only--and all books and accessories that came with the machine. You will also need a stand or table for your machine. Electronic machine owners should bring and extension cord.

If your machine has a sponge bar or sponge retainer strip, check to be sure that the strip does not need replacement prior to coming to class. With the strip or bar inserted in the machine, the needles should be held firmly down against the machine bed. If the needles are raised away from the machine bed or push down, you need a new sponge. Machines that hae been stored for more than 2 years will most likely need a new strip or bar. If you are unsure, please contact Liz prior to coming to class. She will advise you and will refer you to a dealer where you can obtain the proper sponge strip or bar for your machine. If the sponge strip or bar is bad, you will not be able to knit on your machine in class. Bond or USM machines do not have this strip, most of the other machines do.

For those with punch card or electronic machines, we will do a simple pattern, time permitting.

All students put your machine make and model on the registration form. This is a class for the absolute beginner.

Machine rental may be available by prior arrangement. Taught by Liz Arthur of Roanoke, Texas. email at Liz, or call 817-431-2835. Maximum student=6.

learn how to make a basket with pine needles with Audrey Good. Maximum students =6, and will last about 4 hours.

Learn basic care for sheep & goats. We will cover feeding and foot care, parasite control, & record keeping. We will be introducing students to fecal samples with a microscope and a McMaster slide to count eggs using the "Veterinary Parisitology Reference Manual" by William J. Foreyt. Question and answer session at the end of the class. The students will be given an outline that will enclude sample record sheets, & referance information. Maximum students: 9, no observers. There will be no materials fee unless students request McMaster slides, which are extra and need to be requested at least 4 weeks ahead of class. Class to be taught by Rhonda Selser and Susie Stretton. Class will be about 4 hours.

basic knitting skills needed (knit & purl). materials provided are knitting needles size 0000, pre-strung beaded yarn, and handouts. taught by Beth Syron

Any questions about the Fiber For-'em, Workshops and Registrations please call or email Rhonda Selser at 337-328-8461, email at Rhonda.

Please print and return this form for your Vendor Registration by clicking here:
Vendor Registration Form

Please print and return this form for your Participant Registration by clicking here:
Participant Registration Form

Date Sept 24, 25 & 26, 2010
Place: Camp Pearl
Price: Registration $_12.00_ (day of event $15.00 registration fee)

Motel	Room Descriptions
1 person room, (Thur-Fri & Sat) Limited Availability	$197.00 per person, includes 7 meals & 3 nights
2 & 3 person room, (Thur, Fri & Sat)	$122.00 per person, includes 7 meals & 3 nights
4 person room, (Thur, Fri & Sat)	$103.00 per person, includes 7 meals & 3 nights
bunkhouse, (Thur, Fri & Sat)	$70.00 per person, includes 7 meals & 3 nights
********************	Meals start Fri Breakfast
1 person room, (Fri & Sat)	$143.00 per person, includes 6 meals & 2 nights
2 & 3 person room, (Fri & Sat)	$93.00 per person, includes 6 meals & 2 nights
4 person room, (Fri & Sat)	$80.00 per person, includes 6 meals & 2 nights
bunkhouse, (Fri & Sat)	$59.00 per person, includes 6 meals & 2 night
**********************	Meals on Fri & Sat only
1 Person Room (Fri only)	$89.00 per person, includes 5 meals & 1 night
2 & 3 Person Room (Fri only)	$64.00 per person, includes 5 meals & 1 night
4 Person Room (Fri only)	$57.75 per person, includes 5 meals & 1 night
Bunk House (Fri only)	$49.00 per person, includes 5 meals & 1 night

There is a camp motel on the grounds where you do not have to furnish anything (2 queen sized beds in all rooms) or a bunkhouse where you have to bring your own towels and linens. (a extra air or foam mattress is recommended for you comfort at the Bunk House). The motel rooms are on a first come first serve basis and the others will have to use the bunkhouse. (meals are Friday - breakfast, lunch & supper; Saturday - breakfast, lunch, and supper; Sunday - Breakfast) all prices include taxes.

For day people wishing to eat in the Cafeteria, meals will be priced at : $5.00

RV hook up are available for each night you stay, which includes water, electricity, sewage, and facility fees. Meals not included. Please email us for pricing if you need a space.

Please register early as workshop you desire may fill up. This is a first come first serve basis.

Door prizes from participates are accepted and welcome, but please if you donate a door prize please donate only something that you would not mind getting yourself and that is related to spinning, weaving, and other fiber arts.

NO CHILDREN UNDER 13 UNLESS THEY ARE REGISTERED FOR A WORKSHOP. NO PETS. NO ALCOHOL ALLOWED ON PREMISES, NO TOBACCO PRODUCTS USE IS ALLOWED INSIDE ANY BUILDING

Any questions about the Fiber For-'em, Workshops and Registrations please call or email Rhonda Selser at 337-328-8461, email at Rhonda.

Deadline for Registration: September 3, 2010