INSTRUCTOR:
The class instructor is Luci Helmer. My
address is R.R. 1, Box 158, Marion, Kansas 66861. My home and work number
is 316-382-2987. Please feel free to call me if you have any questions concerning
class or the projects, or if you need help with a project.
CLASS SCHEDULE:
The class will meet at Marion-Bwm Corby
from 6:00-9:00 p.m. on Wednesday evenings. The first class will be January
20, 1993.
The projects will be scheduled as follows:
Week 1: Introduction of definitions
and history of weaving, Coiling project (2 dimensional)
Week 2: Coiling project (3 dimensional)
Week 3: Introduction to weaving stitches,
prepare sampler project
Week 4: Design and begin Wood Frame
(2' x 3') project
Week 5: Continue above project
Week 6: Design and begin Wood Frame
project incorporating materials other than fiber (ex. glass, metal, fur,
etc.)
Week 7: Continue above project
Week 8: Design and weave project using
a hoop frame
Week 9: Introduction to Cardboard Weaving,
plan and begin project
Week 10: Continue above project
Week 11: Introduction to the Inkle Loom,
warp loom and begin project
Week 12: Continue above project
Week 13: Introduction to floor loom
and table loom, begin project on one of these looms.
Week 14: Continue above project
Week 15: Begin "Personal Choice" project
(this can be either off-loom, floor loom, table loom or coiling project)
Week 16: Continue project
As students' progress through the projects
will differ, extra individual instruction may also be given in the area
of Card Weaving, and advanced instruction in off-loom and floor loom weaving
will be available.
ATTENDANCE POLICY:
The standard attendance policy of BCC
will be observed in the class.
SPECIAL NOTE:
The majority of the class time will be
spent receiving instruction while working on projects. Therefore, attendance
is particularly important. If you have special circumstances attempt to
make arrangements with the instructor for assignment information.
COURSEWORK and GRADING:
In general, projects will be made as
students progress through the outline of assignments. The projects will
be graded based on:
- Their completion
- Mastery of technical concerns
- Mastery of concepts and execution
of concepts
- Completion of design and requirements
for each project
- Use of sketches to design and complete
weaving projects
FIBER EXPLORATION STUDIO FEE:
Each student shall pay a studio fee of
$ 10.00
The studio fee includes:
Rental of wood frame for the wood frame
projects
Rental-upkeep fee on all floor and table
looms
Warp thread for all assigned projects
NOTE:
The students will need to provide:
- Weft yarns
- Weaving needles (plastic or metal
with large eyes)
- Large weaving needles made from
coat hangers
- Additional weft fibers: fabric strips,
fur, etc.
- Decorative accessories: beads, feathers,
jewelry, etc.
- Metal or wooden hoop
- Large-toothed comb or pick
- Notebook for handouts
- Bag for carrying supplies
- Cards for Card Weaving
Telecourses: Independent study of audio/video
materials augmented by text and study guide; collaboration and participation
with class members and faculty via available means. Faculty role is facilitator
of learning experiences.
Miscellaneous:
Students with impaired sensory, manual
or speaking skills are encouraged and have the responsibility to contact
their instructor, in a timely fashion, regarding reasonable accommodation
needs.
