Three upcoming programs at the Museum of Northern Arizona delve into the fiber arts of weaving and natural dyes.
Introduction to Ripsmatta Weaving
Sunday, April 30, 2–4 p.m.
Flagstaff weaver, author, and lecturer Joanne Tallarovic takes participants on a weaving journey, sharing the Scandinavian weaving tradition of rep weaving and her 23-year effort to push the limits of this tradition by blending it with a Southwestern color palette and designs. Her slide presentation ranges from rugs and tableware to clothing. Weaving samples can be examined up-close and Tallarovic’s book, Rep Weave and Beyond will be available for purchase. This lecture is included in admission to the Museum ($5 adult, $4 senior [65+], $3 student, and $2 child [7-17]).
Rep Weave Workshop
Monday, June 5–Friday, June 9, 9 a.m.–4 p.m.
Join weavers from around the country to weave in the Museum’s unique setting. Flagstaff weaver Joanne Tallarovic offers a workshop in the environment that has influenced her weavings for over 20 years. Learn the Scandinavian technique of Ripsmatta weaving, inspired by the Southwestern color palette and designs from the region. Plan a table runner, table mats, or similar project. Students will have the opportunity to visit and view MNA’s Hopi and Navajo textile collections and spend time in the Museum’s exhibit galleries. The course fee is $300, with class enrollment limited to 10 minimum and 14 maximum. For reservations and information, call 928/774-5213, ext. 209 or e-mail tmchugh@mna.mus.az.us.
Natural Dye Workshop
Saturday, July 22, 9 a.m.–5 p.m. • Sunday, July 23, 9 a.m.–4 p.m. • Monday, July 24, 9 a.m.–12 p.m.
Diné (Navajo) weaver Marilou Schultz comes from more than four generations of weavers. She demonstrates and teaches participants how to work with natural dyes and wool yarn, experimenting with roots, leaves, bark, and berries. Students learn to mordant yarn and experiment with multiple dye baths to attain a stunning array of colors. They also assist with making skeins of wool to be dyed and make mini-skeins to take home. The course fee is $250, with class enrollment limited to 8 minimum and 10 maximum. For reservations and information, call 928/774-5213, ext. 209 or e-mail tmchugh@mna.mus.az.us.
Let the Museum of Northern Arizona be your gateway to understanding the richly diverse cultures, landscapes, and ecology of the Colorado Plateau through exhibits in nine galleries, summer festivals, outdoor adventures, and hands-on programs. More information is available atwww.musnaz.org.