You've seen them, right? The big porch rockers, sad, with no seat? Learn the basics of weaving the New England Porch Weave on a stool. At the least, you will have a gorgeous natural material (reed) stool and a new skill. If you're adventurous, you can become a chair nerd and start saving sad chairs and restore them to their former glory!
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You've seen them, right? The big porch rockers, sad, with no seat? Learn the basics of weaving the New England Porch Weave on a stool. At the least, you will have a gorgeous natural material (reed) stool and a new skill. If you're adventurous, you can become a chair nerd and start saving sad chairs and restore them to their former glory!
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Date(s) and Time(s): Saturday, August 22 10:00am - 12:00pm EST. Registration closes 10 days before class start (to allow for shipping time for kits).
Price: Sliding scale $50-$150.
By keeping the class sizes small, we aim to offer the best online experience for students. The sliding scale payment options help to make craft and hands-on learning available to more people at this time. Please help support our institution and our instructors and pay what you can.
Instructor: Sue Muldoon
To prepare for this class:
- Ensure you have a stable internet connection.
- Gather your tools. You will need the following: scissors or clippers, masking tape, stapler, and water (in a sink or bucket to soak reed).
- Purchase a materials kit at check out. Please be sure to fill in your mailing address when you register. The kit includes a wood stool 10x13x13" (unassembled) and 7mm thick cut flat oval reed. All kits will ship 10 days before the start of class.
- Prepare your stool: Assemble using wood glue at least 24 hours before the start of class. If you would like to paint or stain your stool, please also do so before class.
- Prepare your work area: It is common to weave while standing, however, it can also be done seated at a low table or platform. To prevent your stool from slipping while you work, put down a towel or yoga mat. Your work area may get wet, please use caution if you are standing on a surface that may get slippery.
- Read through the class outline before class.
This class will be conducted live on Zoom. Within a few minutes of registering, students will receive a confirmation email that includes a link and a password. Only registered students will be admitted. This class will be recorded and shared with registered students.
