EVENTS, Happenings and Miscellaneous
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REGISTRATION INFORMATION
For all classes/workshops, please send a check for the tuition or pay online to hold your place.
TUITION WILL BE REFUNDED ONLY IF THE CLASS IS CANCELLED BY WEBS or if there is a waiting list and your spot can be filled.
Materials lists for classes are now available on-line. Hard copies of materials lists are available in the store. If you need a hard copy of the list, please call us and we will mail it to you. Please be aware that there may be handouts and/or materials supplied by the instructor for which a small fee may be charged. Infrequently, these items may not appear on the materials list.
PARTICIPANTS IN ALL-DAY CLASSES SHOULD PLAN TO BRING A LUNCH. WEBS has a kitchen with a refrigerator, microwave and toaster oven for your convenience.
YOU MAY REGISTER:
In person at WEBS
By phone: 413-584-2225
Email customerservice at yarn dot com
By fax: 413-584-1603
By mail: send the registration form in the center of the class booklet to the address listed at the bottom of the form.
Pioneer Valley Weavers
Our local weaving guild has been in existence for many years. The guild meets on the second Tuesday of the month (September - June), from 7pm - 9:30pm at WEBS. The guild offers interesting programs, study groups, and much more. If you are interested in becoming a member or would like more information, please contact Sue McFarland, 413-369-4631 or visit the weavers website at www.pioneervalleyweavers.org. Newcomers welcome at every meeting!
SPOTLIGHT ON WEBS
- WEBS offers a 15% discount on books required by classes!
- WEBS offers a 20% discount on a yarn purchase of $60.00 up to $119.99 and a 25% discount on yarn purchases of $120.00 or more!
- WEBS brings you guest teachers from all over the US and Canada
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6th Annual Tent Sale
Saturday & Sunday, May 17th & 18th
10:00am-5:30pm
Join us for our sixth annual Tent Sale! We will have special purchases and discounted yarns on sale at phenomenal prices. Every year, we are more excited about what Steve brings in! Spinning wheels, equipment and fiber will be 20% off. Whether you’re a weaver, knitter, crocheter, spinner, felt maker, or dyer, this is THE sale event. If you only get to Webs once this year, be sure to get to this sale!
5th Annual Fleece Market
Saturday, May 17th
10:00am-5:00pm
Once again we will be hosting our Annual Fleece Market on the first day of our Tent Sale. Many local sheep and alpaca growers will be on hand to offer a variety of fleeces, fiber and yarn from their very own animals. Come browse, buy from the producers, talk spinning and even bring your wheel.
This year's scheduled Fleece Market participants:
Biltmore Wool Barn
Sojourner Design
http://www.sojournersheep.com/sojournerdesign.html
Woolies of Shirkshire Farm
Highfield Farm Alpacas
Tassawassa Ridge Fiber Farm
Red Barn Alpacas
http://www.redbarnalpacas.com/
Mountainspun Fiber Eweporium
http://mountainspunfarm.tripod.com/
Meadow East Homestead
Rock n' Root Ranch
Winterbrook Farm
Foxfire Fiber & Designs
www.foxfirefiber.com
Trunk Shows
S. Charles Collezione Trunk Show
February 11th – 25th
Stacy Charles’ signature line of yarn is synonymous with fashion and luxury. Fashion forward and totally textural, his yarns are made to mix-and-match. Chic, sophisticated patterns let you achieve it with an artful eye toward color and surface design. Stacy’s spring collection is inspiring.
Berroco Trunk Show
Classic yarns featuring linen blends along with some fun and whimsy describe the collection from Berroco. Their designs are a result of the intelligence of Norah Gaughan and the fashion-forward sense of Margery Winter. Spring ’08 is full of must knit, must crochet, must wear items.
Classic Elite Trunk Show
A WEBS’ favorite, Classic Elite delivers another season of timeless yarns and designs. The creative vision of Pam Allen is evident throughout the collection. She truly understands fiber, its properties and how to best use it in garment construction. You will want one of everything from this season’s collection in your wardrobe.
Spinning Group
An informal spinning group meets on the first Tuesday of each month, from 7:00pm - 9:00pm at WEBS. All are welcome. If you have questions, please contact Diane Roeder at 413-586-4822 or diane@sojournersheep.com or Barbara Parry at 413-625-6799. The group meets year round.
Pioneer Valley Weavers Guild
Our local weaving guild has been in existence for many years. The guild meets on the second Tuesday of the month (September - June), from 7pm - 9:30pm at WEBS. The guild offers interesting programs, study groups, and much more. If you are interested in becoming a member or would like more information, please contact Barbara Parry 413-625-6799 or Sue Powers 413-367-2082 or visit the guild’s website at www.pioneervalleyweavers.org. Newcomers welcome at every meeting.
WEBS EXPERT KNITTERS CERTIFICATION PROGRAM
WEBS Mission Statement
An Expert Knitter needs only yarn, needles and measurements to construct hats, mittens, socks, and sweaters of various types. An Expert Knitter has acquired the knowledge to master additional techniques independently.
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In addition to our regular class offerings, WEBS has developed a new program leading to certification as a WEBS Expert Knitter. Our goal is to provide our students with the skills an Expert Knitter must possess by means of a varied, interesting, and comprehensive curriculum. We have designated a total of sixteen classes/workshops as Core Requirements. There will also be three required electives, one in knitting and one in each of two other disciplines such as crochet, weaving, spinning, etc. A Capstone Project will be the culmination of the program for students. This project will require students to utilize the skills they have learned to design and knit an original sweater of any style from measurements. For this final project, students will be assigned a mentor for support, consultation and advice. The final project will be reviewed by a committee and, if accepted, the WEBS’ Expert Knitters Certificate will be awarded.
All knitters are encouraged to participate in this program and to progress at their own speed. Completion of the program will take a minimum of 2 1/2 years. Classes are open to all students regardless of participation in the program. Students in the program will receive priority registration each semester.
Students may be assured that WEBS will provide quality classes taught by talented and qualified teachers and that all participants will be fully supported in this serious and creative endeavor. Further, many of our classes will be scheduled for evenings and weekends to fit into your busy lives.
A yearly fee of $50.00 will be the only additional charge for participation in the program over and above the usual course and materials fees.
For further information, please contact Pixie Benoist at WEBS or via e-mail at