Knot Your Average Weaving w/Terry Neal

Nome, ND 58062, USA

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77 reviews
Jun 9 - 13, 2025
Group size: 1 - 15
Knot Your Average Weaving w/Terry Neal
Nome, ND 58062, USA

77 reviews

Jun 9 - 13, 2025
Group size: 1 - 15

About this trip

"Knot Your Average Weaving" is a five-day immersive workshop designed to unlock the art of frame loom weaving for beginners and enthusiasts alike. Dive into a world of texture and creativity as you master fundamental techniques like warping, tabby, rya, soumak, and twining. As you are ready to go beyond the basics we will explore fiber and yarn manipulation. Learn to create unique textured yarns, incorporate braids, beads, and found objects. We will discuss and work through various finishing methods to showcase your woven masterpieces. Whether you're looking to craft stunning wall hangings or simply explore the meditative process of weaving, this workshop will equip you with the skills and inspiration to transform yarn and fiber into captivating works of art. 

Terry Neal

From childhood, fiber has been integral to Terry's identity, sparking a lifelong curiosity about its role in everyday life. Her exploration of fiber's potential, from raw material to thread, yarn, fabric, and art, has led her to explore a diverse range of techniques, including spinning, knitting, crocheting, dyeing, weaving, needle felting, embroidery, needlepoint, tatting, and sewing. Terry's passion for sharing her knowledge is evident in her past teaching experiences at the YMCA, fiber events, and local craft stores. These experiences culminated in the creation of Tempe Yarn & Fiber, where for over 19 years, she has dedicated herself to teaching or creating her own art.  Most days find her in her dye studio, where Tempe Yarn’s Dyelicious Yarn Line is dyed. Driven by a mind brimming with ideas and "What Ifs," Terry's primary goal still remains to inspire and support others on their own unique fiber journeys. 

What’s included

  • Materials Provided
    An Easel Loom, tools to weave with, Variety of yarn & fiber for learning techniques and creating your weaving

What’s not included

  • Incorporations
    Any small items you are interested in encorporating into your weaving (such as beads, shells, buttons), small bits of special yarns
  • Crochet Hook
    If you already have it and crochet a crochet hook in size G or H, AND/OR if you knit and already have it size 4 or 5 or 6 DPN

Available Packages

Single Room W/Private Bath

This is for a private hotel room plus all costs associated with attending the retreat for 1 attendee

$990
Deposit: $490
2 guests, 2 beds, 1 private bath

This is for a shared hotel room with 2 beds plus all costs associated with attending the retreat for 2 attendees

$940
Deposit: $470
Retreat Attendance w/out Lodging

This is for attending the retreat without lodging. This does include meals lunch and supper with the rest of the group. This does not include breakfast. 

$590
Deposit: $295


Itinerary

Overview
Knot Your Average Weaving Retreat

Monday Evening:

Check in to your room starting at 3pm. Dinner will be served at 5pm followed by social time.


Tuesday - Thursday; Daily: Breakfast served at 9am, Lunch at Noon and Dinner at 5pm.


Friday: Breakfast will be served at 9am. Retreat will conclude after lunch. Check out of room by noon, but attendees are welcome to hand around to finish up and work on projects following check out. 


Knot Your Average Weaving Retreat will cover the following:


Warping: 

·  Understanding the process

·  Choosing the right materials

·  Why warping choices matter

Weaving Techniques:

·  Tabby Weave (Plain Weave):

·  Rya

·  Soumak

·  Twining 

·  Variations on Tabby

 Adding Texture & Fiber Variations:

·  Incorporating different fibers and yarns

·  How to create custom textured yarns

  Embellishment & Surface Design:

·  Braids

·  Covered Rings

·  Beads & Objects

Finishing to Showcase Your Art:

·  Techniques for finishing the edges of your woven piece

·  Options for framing, hanging, or displaying your woven art in creative ways

Note: Depending on how participants work through the material they should have time to begin a second piece 

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Nome Schoolhouse
77 reviews
The Nome Schoolhouse is a charming and historic retreat center that offers a haven for creativity, relaxation, and unforgettable experiences. Located in Nome, ND. Our beautifully restored schoolhouse boasts private rooms, lush surroundings, and a tranquil atmosphere, making it the perfect setting for workshops, retreats, and classes. Whether you're here to explore your artistic talents, rejuvenate your spirit, or connect with like-minded individuals, Nome Schoolhouse welcomes you.

Reviews

What a fun week at the schoolhouse. A unique adventure staying in this remodeled schoolhouse. Staff went out of their way to accommodate us. Classroom experience was awesome!! Thank you.
By Deborah N for KNITTING BEYOND THE BASICS: Expanding your Knitting Techniques on Jul 07, 2025
The Knot Your Average Weaving Retreat was fabulous! I learned many new weaving techniques and explored a great variety of materials in my woven pieces. Terry Neal was patient and helpful! She had many examples that showed exciting possibilities for weaving on a table loom. She paced the instruction well and provided individual attention when it was requested. It was a delight to be with other fiber enthusiasts in a beautiful setting. The Nome Schoolhouse staff are all friendly and attentive, making a stay there a memorable and relaxing experience.
By Jean H for Knot Your Average Weaving w/Terry Neal on Jun 18, 2025
It was a fantastic week! The instructor, Beth Trotti, was a great teacher. She taught everything that the was in the description and more. Her teaching methods were very helpful and she made sure that everyone understood what was being taught, and was very reassuring that with practice the skills that she taught us would improve. Beth was available to answer any and all questions that the class had. I am very happy to have taken the workshop, and would not hesitate to take additional classes from her. The Nome Schoolhouse was an awesome place to stay. It was a cozy and welcoming experience. The staff were very friendly and made me feel right at home. I look forward to another visit to the Nome Schoolhouse and will keep an eye out for more spinning classes from Beth.
By Andrea S for Finesse Your Spinning Skills Drafting, Blending & Plying w/Beth Trotti on Jun 16, 2025
I learned so much in this class. Beth is extremely knowledgeable and is really able to teach in a way that makes it fun. Nome Schoolhouse never disappoints! The staff goes above and beyond to make the stay enjoyable. Can’t wait for the next one.
By Gretchen H for Finesse Your Spinning Skills Drafting, Blending & Plying w/Beth Trotti on Jun 15, 2025
Was a fun day, the teacher was great a but a little more explaining of the steps when we actually got to that step. besides a group explanation when we weren't to the step yet. The meal could have been better. The facility was excellent.
By Carol D for Basket Weaving the Storage Basket - with your personal touch on Jun 09, 2025
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