CLASSES AND WORKSHOPS
at Apple Hollow Farm

UPCOMING CLASSES!
Think about taking a weekend for yourself to learn to spin or weave or use an antique circular sock-knitting machine! Door County is Wisconsin's most popular vacation spot, and our shop is in downtown Sturgeon Bay. The classes will be held with a minimum of 3 people or a maximum of 6, unless otherwise specified in the description.
Please email us if you think you are interested in any of these classes, whether an actual date has been set or not. Knowing that people might want to take a class helps us to determine scheduling frequency.
If you have friends who may be interested in fiber classes, please feel free to pass this information or the URL of this page on to them. We will be happy to provide you with information on lodging, restaurants, and churches so you can attend class, even if you live at a distance from our studio. We love to teach, and hope you will come to learn and have a great time while doing so! Registration information is in the blue box near the bottom of the page.

GROUPS! SCHEDULE YOUR OWN CLASSES, AT YOUR CONVENIENCE!
Do you and at least 2 of your friends want to take one of these classes, at a time that works for you? Please email us, and we will be happy to arrange a class especially for 3 or more of you, at a time that is convenient.

MAKE A FELTED PURSE
SATURDAY
Date undetermined, 10:00 - 2:30
Learn the basics of wet felting while making a purse. No knitting required for this class! With prepared wool you will create a unique, one of a kind purse using various techniques, including embellishing with needle felting. Bring a towel & wash cloth; all other materials provided. Bring a bag lunch if you wish. If you have an idea or picture for your piece, bring that along, too. Class fee is $55, and includes all materials for your project. Deposit of $35 due by TBD. Class size will be 6 to 8 people. Please email us if you are interested in taking this class!
TO REGISTER: See the instructions in the blue box at the bottom of this page.

KNITTING
ALTERNATE TUESDAYS from 5:30 - 7:30 PM
No signup required; for any level beginner through intermediate-advanced.
Beginners can learn basic knitting while you make a beautiful scarf with your choice of the fantastic yarns in our shop. Intermediate knitters can get help with turning heels, fitting sweaters, or interpreting patterns. NO CHARGE for this class (we hope you will buy the needles and yarn from us). We meet bi-weekly on Tuesday evenings for informal knitting and will be pleased to get you started knitting, or help you out if you're stuck on a project. Look for the purple sign in the front window that says "Knitting Niteclub Tonite"; please call the shop first at 920 746 7815 to make sure that the Niteclub is "on" for that Wednesday. Instructed by Kathi, with help from those who attend our Sturgeon Bay/Door County Stitch 'N Bitch knitting group!

BEGINNING WEAVING CLASS
SATURDAY & SUNDAY
Spring, 2008.
Class begins with planning a project, selecting appropriate yarns, calculating warp and weft yardage, and measuring out warp yarn. Four-harness table looms and floor looms are provided for your use during the class but if you have your own loom, you are encouraged to bring it. The class also teaches how to read a drawdown and thread (warp) your loom; how to weave and finish your project. You will learn what equipment is essential for weaving. Time permitting, you may also get to see a few different weaving techniques on various looms. The class will get you started so that you have a background in weaving and you will be able to continue on your own; the design potential of 4-harness weaving is nearly limitless, and you will find much more to learn and hold your interest after the weekend is done! Class hours: Saturday 9:30 - 5, Sunday, 10 - 4. Class fee of $125 includes use of our looms, and the required supplies. Supplies include hand-outs, and enough yarn for your first project. Advance deposit: $75 due by TBD. NOTE: Every student must be on time for all classes in order to complete the project. Instructor, Kathi Cascio.
TO REGISTER: See the instructions in the blue box near the bottom of this page.

YOU THINK YOU MIGHT WANT TO SPIN?
SATURDAY
Date to be determined.
Maybe you've thought about taking our spinning class, but didn't want to take a day off work to do so, or thought you would not have the coordination needed. This little "survey of spinning" class will give you a chance to see how people spin, apparently effortlessly, turning fiber into a specific type of yarn. Have you wondered how they do it? We'll show you how, and you'll get a chance to try it out on new wheels. Class hours: Saturday, 1 - 4 PM. Class fee: $45. Materials fee/handouts: $10. Advance deposit: $35 due by TBD. Minimum of 3 students needed for us to conduct the class. Instructor, Kathi Cascio.
TO REGISTER: See the instructions in the blue box at the bottom of this page.

BEGINNING SPINNING CLASS
FRIDAY AND SATURDAY
Tentatively scheduled for May 2008.
Spinning can be relaxing and creative, giving you the opportunity to create one-of-a-kind yarns, or the ability to duplicate commercial yarns. The class includes instruction on identifying wool grades from various breeds of sheep; what projects work best with different breeds' wool; how to wash and card your fiber and prepare it for spinning, places to send fleeces for processing if you don't want to prepare your own or buy prepared fibers, how to spin the type of yarn you want from batts, roving, and top. On the second day of class, your spinning will be critiqued, and suggestions made for improvement. You will learn how to ply, how to wash skeins, what equipment is essential (and what is not) for spinning, and you also will get to try a variety of new wheels. The class will get you started so that you have a background in controlling the yarns that you make. If you have your own wheel and wish to use it, it must be in working condition before the class starts. If it needs any repairs or adjustments, they will need to be made prior to the first day of class. If your wheel is not in good working condition as determined by the instructor, please be prepared to rent a wheel. For those of you who do not have a working wheel, new wheels will be available to rent for $25 during class hours; the rental fee can be applied in full to the purchase of any new wheel in stock. Supplies include ready to spin, natural colored wool and the book, Hands On Spinning. Please do not bring your own fiber into the shop. Class hours: Friday, 10 - 4:30; Saturday, 10 - 3. Class fee: $100. Materials fee: $50. Advance deposit: $100 due by TBD. Instructor, Kathi Cascio.
TO REGISTER: See the instructions in the blue box at the bottom of this page.

TRIANGLE FRAME WEAVING
WEDNESDAYS 11 AM - 1:45 PM
Tentatively scheduled for May, 2008
If you've been to our shop or visited our Handmade Gifts page on our website, you've seen the lovely shawls handwoven on our triangle frame looms. This 3-week (once a week) class gives you the opportunity to see if you like this very simple form of continuous strand weaving, using our small size triangle looms. You will be able to create a lovely neck scarf with your choice of yarns in our shop.
Please let us know by EMAIL if you are interested in signing up for weaving; an advance deposit of $45 will be required by TBD to hold your place in the class. The price for the class is $75 and includes use of our looms; materials fee will be determined by the yarn you choose in our shop. Instructors, Kathi Cascio and Jon Huber.
TO REGISTER: See the instructions in the blue box near the bottom of this page.

BEGINNING CHAIR CANING
FRIDAYS
3:00 PM - 5:00 PM, Date to be determined; this class runs 6 to 7 weeks.
Learn the ancient art of weaving natural cane seats for chairs. If you have a suitable chair that needs a seat, you can do a professional job on your first attempt while taking this class. The ideal chair will have a square cut-out for caning, with holes drilled around the perimeter of the cut-out. Round seats are more difficult. (Beginners will not be working on curved chair backs.) Materials fee will depend on the size of your chair seat; we will need to see your chair 3 weeks before the class starts in order to have the proper size of cane in the shop. Class fee, $75 plus materials, payable 3 weeks before the beginning of class. Note: you must be able to spend some time at home each week catching up to the next step of caning. Instructor, Kathi Cascio.
TO REGISTER: See the instructions in the blue box at the bottom of this page.

KNITTING BEYOND A SCARF - LEARN TO KNIT SOCKS ON DOUBLE-POINTED NEEDLES
Thursdays, 1:30 to 3:30.
Date to be determined.
Does everyone you know have a fancy scarf that you've knit? Is your closet overflowing with multicolored eyelash scarves but your toes are cold? If you have been knitting scarves using some of the beautiful yarns that are available, maybe you're ready for more of a challenge and are ready to learn to knit your own socks. Knitting can still be simple but making socks adds a little thought to the process.
Please EMAIL us if you are interested in signing up; an advance deposit of $25 will be required by TBD to hold your place in the class. Class fee is $25 for the 4 week class, plus materials. Materials fee of $25 includes our favorite brand of sock yarn, our own pattern, and double-pointed needles (materials must be purchased from us). Prerequisite: you must know how to knit and purl evenly. Class will be held with a minimum of 3 people. NOTE, you must be able to spend time each week on 'homework knitting' to be far enough along for the next step in sock making. Instructor, Kathi Cascio.
TO REGISTER: See the instructions in the blue box at the bottom of this page.

DYE WORKSHOP
SATURDAY 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM
Date to be determined, Spring of 2008.
This class will be a fun day for exploring color. Country Classics dyes and materials to be dyed will be supplied. Dress for the occasion in old clothes and shoes, as it's possible to get dye on your clothes! Class will be held outdoors, weather permitting. (If we cancel the class due to rain, we will refund your payment.) Bring an apron, an old bath towel, and plastic bags to transport your wet fibers home. Either solid-color or space-dyeing of your choice of rovings or skeins will be covered. Class fee, with materials included, is $75. Deposit of $50 is due by TBD. Class size will be from 3 to 6 people. Instructor, Kathi Cascio. Make sure to specify whether you want to dye roving or skeins.
TO REGISTER: See the instructions in the blue box at the bottom of this page.

CSMU!!! SOCK KNITTING ON A CSM (CIRCULAR SOCK MACHINE)
WEEKDAYS ONLY
Next Class, you choose the date, and email us for an appointment!
We are now offering our CSM class on an individual basis! Learn to unravel the mysteries of circular sock machine knitting in a one-on-one class, and pay by the hour! Let us know what you are having trouble with, or just come and 'help us' make a sock or two, to see if this is something you would enjoy. If you've ever seen how quickly one of these fascinating antique machines can make a sock, you've probably thought about buying one. If the high price and risks of buying a lemon have scared you off, this is the class for you! Or if you have bought one of those lemons on ebay, and don't know how to get it going (or even if it can be put in working condition!), sign up! You are welcome to come pick our brains for information, whether you have a CSM or not! NOTE: If you are bringing your own machine, you must bring your own stand for it. We will not be repairing your machine. We require cash or checks in payment for sock machine purchases if you do decide to buy a machine from us; no credit cards. Rent our expertise for $35 per hour, 2 hour minimum session. And, new sock machine needles are available from us for most commonly-available machines.
TO REGISTER, See the instructions in the blue box at the bottom of this page; make sure you email us FIRST to discuss your needs and our schedule, before signing up. Sock machine classes are held during the week only, no weekends.

MAKING AN INSPIRATIONAL JOURNAL
SATURDAY
Date to be determined, 10 AM - 3 PM.
Make a personalized journal with pockets, tabs, words of wisdom, special attachments and embellishments. You will make Japanese paste paper for the cover. Use your creativity to make the inside pages funky or serious. Some pages will have pockets while others may have inspirational quotes or family pictures. You will learn how to bind the pages with a Japanese non-adhesive sewing technique. Bring a ruler, weaving needles, cloth or fancy paper scraps, inspirational books, pictures, and your imagination and your good humor. We will supply paper, embellishments and linen thread for sewing the book together. The class fee is $70 with a $5 materials fee. Door County Artist Carol Morgan will be teaching this class. A deposit of $55 is due with your registration. Be sure to stop in at the shop to see some of Carol's artwork in our fiber gallery! We will also have one of Carol's journals for you to see.
TO REGISTER, CALL 920-746-7815 to sign up, then MAIL YOUR CHECK for the amount of the deposit, made out to Apple Hollow Fiber Arts, 732 Jefferson St., Sturgeon Bay, WI 54235. Include your name, street address, phone number, and correct email address, along with the name of the class. Class size will be 5 - 10 students.

If you have any questions, call 920-746-7815 or email us using the button on the lower part of this page.


BEGINNING HANDMADE PAPER ART
2-PART CLASS, SATURDAYS
Dates to be determined, First class, 10 AM - 4 PM AND the following Saturday, 10 AM - 1 PM.
You can make an artpiece even though you may think that you are not artistic! This class is for people who enjoy getting their hands wet, playing with color and using fun embellishing techniques. You will learn about fibers, fiber preparation, sheet formation, air brushing, painting techniques and how to mount your artwork. We will have fun playing with color, texture and design. Let your imagination go wild! The first class will be at the Wild Onions Studio at 4859 Bay Shore Drive, Sturgeon Bay, Wisconsin. The class will be continued on TBD from 10 AM to 1 PM at Apple Hollow Fiber Arts, 732 Jefferson Street, Sturgeon Bay, Wisconsin. The class fee is $120 plus $10 materials fee. Door County Artist Carol Morgan will be teaching this class. Please sign up by November 1 for this class; a deposit of $85 is due with your registration. Class size is 6 students.Be sure to stop in at the shop to see some of Carol's artwork in our fiber gallery!
TO REGISTER, CALL 920-746-7815 to sign up, then MAIL YOUR CHECK for the amount of the deposit, made out to Apple Hollow Fiber Arts, 732 Jefferson St., Sturgeon Bay, WI 54235. Include your name, street address, phone number, and correct email address, along with the name of the class.

If you have any questions, call 920-746-7815 or email us using the button on the lower part of this page.

About our Instructors:

Rosie Dittman: Rosie has been working in fiber for approximately 25 years, including knitting, spinning, weaving and most recently, felting. She has studied felting with Chad Hagen, Heather Turner at New Zealand Wool Festival, and Russian felter Alexander Pilan at Taos wool Festival. "The flexibility and creativity that felting allows is very exciting to me, and I usually incorporate primitive, wet and needle felting into one piece, as well as other fiber techniques such as weaving and handspun yarns." Rosie's work has been included in Spin Off magazine and Interweave Press publications and she is currently writing a book "Handspun, Handwoven Scarves" as a tribute to sheep breeders in our area. She is a member of 2nd Street Gallery in Algoma, WI and has work displayed in various shops in Door County, Wisconsin, including Apple Hollow Fiber Arts.

Carol Morgan: Carol Morgan began showing her handmade paper art in 1998. Carol earned a doctorate from the University of Wisconsin and is a counselor in private practice in Sturgeon Bay. Carol is primarily a self-taught artist. Her artwork is influenced by the healing and creative process as well as by nature. She has taken classes from Giesela Moyer at Sievers School of Fiber Arts, Washington Island, Wisconsin. More recently she studied Asian and Western papermaking at the University of Iowa-Iowa City, with Tim Barrett and Lynn Amilie. She has received a grant from the Indiana Arts Council that funded “Spirit Women Retreat” installation, created a display and wrote a book about the healing process, received awards and commissions in Indiana and Wisconsin. Her current work, “The Red Leaf” series, can be seen at the 2nd Street Gallery, Algoma Wisconsin and her playful artwork is occasionally displayed at Apple Hollow Fiber Arts.

Kathi Cascio: I studied fine arts at the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee (many years ago) but detoured into a quality assurance career in state-of-the-art electronics manufacturing, working in that industry for approximately 20 years in California and Wisconsin. I began raising sheep in 1984, quit my career to work part-time in my family's mail order musical instrument business, and devoted my spare time to learning fiber arts pursuits and raising sheep. My business, Apple Hollow Fiber Arts, developed in the early 1990s, at first by restoring and selling antique spinning wheels and weaving looms. Soon after that, I began teaching and selling supplies and new wheels and looms, and in 1996 began selling used equipment on the internet as a sideline to the on-the-farm shop.
My website, www.applehollow.com, went online in 1998 as a full-time mail order business. Over the years, the business has progressed from an 'internet warehouse' and small on-the-farm shop to a retail 'downtown' fiber shop with and 2 (and a half) full time employees; we retain the internet mail order business as well. My primary area interest of fiber arts study for the last few years has been the use of color interaction in knitting, spinning and weaving. I love working with fiber arts equipment and teaching is a natural outgrowth of that interest.

Deposits are refundable ONLY if class is cancelled by Apple Hollow. Class fees will be assessed for each attendee. Classes are designed for adult participation only. We are sorry, but we have no facilities for child care. And, please leave your dogs at home.

HOW TO REGISTER FOR OUR CLASSES:
1) Go to our SECURE ONLINE ORDER FORM and enter the requested name, address, phone, email information. Then, enter the name of the class (leave the catalog number blank), and let us know if you will need to rent equipment for the class. Fill in your credit card information; you'll only be billed for the amount of the deposit for the class.
Or,
2) CALL 920-746-7815 and pay for your deposit with your credit card.
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3) MAIL YOUR CHECK for the amount of the deposit, made out to Apple Hollow Fiber Arts. Please email us for our street address. Make sure to include your name, address, phone number, correct email address (important!), the name of the class, and whether we should reserve equipment for you, or if you'll bring your own.

If you have any questions, email us using the button on the lower part of this page.

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