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SUMMARY:Member Event: Found Color | Fall Dye Foraging Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Cait’s Dye Studio & Garden \nSunday\, October 5th\n1 pm – 4 pm\nWilliamstown\, NJ \nCome explore the possibilities of found color. During this 3 hour natural dye workshop\, lead by Cait Nolan with the assistance of Laura Hricko\, we will discuss sustainable dye plant foraging practices\, explore concepts like native\, non-native and “invasive”\, and get hands on experience dyeing with locally foraged black walnut an simple resist techniques. We will also get a little sciencey as we dive into soy pretreatment as an alternative to metal salt mordanting and nerd out about the most common dye compounds found in locally foraged dye stuffs. All materials are included in the registration fee including a soy pretreated organic cotton shawl (44” x 89”) and a 4-page informational hand out. This workshop will be held at Cait’s home dye studio in Williamstown\, NJ (about 30 minutes from Philadelphia) Participants are welcome to bring an additional 500 grams of fiber to dye. \nRegistration Fee: $95 \nRegistration and more information at www.caitnolanmakes.com. \nShare this:\n				Share on Facebook (Opens in new window)\n				Facebook
URL:https://njfibershed.com/event/member-event-found-color-fall-dye-foraging-workshop/
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SUMMARY:Member Event: Leaf to Vat: Indigo Aqueous Extraction & Organic Vat Building
DESCRIPTION:Cait’s Dye Studio & Garden \nSaturday\, September 6th\, 10 am – 5 pm and Sunday\, September 7th\, 10 am – 1 pm\nWilliamstown\, NJ \nLead by Cait Nolan with assistance from Laura Hricko. During this two day hands on workshops we will explore aqueous extractions\, indigo pigment rendering and organic vat making. We will harvest Japanese indigo leaves growing on site\, use the aqueous extraction method to create homegrown indigo pigment and then use homegrown indigo pigment to build two different types of organic indigo vats. Cait has been growing Japanese indigo from seed\, processing pigment and building organic vats for 6 years. She can’t wait to share her perspective and experience. If you are growing indigo bearing plants and you want to learn to take them from leaf to vat this workshop is for you. All materials are included in the registration fee including an organic cotton shawl (44” x 89”)\, fabric for test strips\, one 64oz mason jar and a multi page informational hand out. Participants are welcome to bring up to 1kg of additional natural fiber to dye. This workshop is limited to 8 participants Workshop Schedule Day 1 10am – 1pm: Introduction\, harvesting\, lecture\, hands-on aqueous extraction 1pm – 2pm: Lunch (not included/participant bag lunch) 2pm – 5pm: Lecture/discussion on vat chemistry\, vat building\, dyeing Day 2 10am – 1pm: Extraction observations\, processing extractions\, pigment rendering\, pigment applications\, vat observations\, dyeing. \nRegistration Fee: $350 \nRegistration and more information at www.caitnolanmakes.com. \nShare this:\n				Share on Facebook (Opens in new window)\n				Facebook
URL:https://njfibershed.com/event/member-event-leaf-to-vat-indigo-aqueous-extraction-organic-vat-building/
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SUMMARY:Member Event: Found Color | Spring Dye Foraging Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Cait’s Dye Studio & Garden \nSunday\, May 18th\n10 am – 1 pm\nWilliamstown\, NJ \nCome explore the possibilities of found color. During this 3-hour natural dye workshop\, lead by Cait Nolan with the assistance of Laura Hricko\, we will discuss sustainable dye plant foraging practices\, explore concepts like native\, non-native and “invasive”\, and get hands on experience dyeing with locally foraged Bradford pear bark. We will also get a little sciencey as we dive into soy pretreatment as an alternative to metal salt mordanting and nerd out about the most common dye compounds found in locally foraged dye stuffs. All materials are included in the registration fee including a soy pretreated organic cotton shawl (44” x 89”) and a 4-page informational hand out. This workshop will be held at Cait’s home dye studio in Williamstown\, NJ (about 30 minutes from Philadelphia). Participants are welcome to bring up to 500 grams of additional fiber to dye. \nRegistration Fee: $95 \nRegistration and more information at www.caitnolanmakes.com. \n  \nShare this:\n				Share on Facebook (Opens in new window)\n				Facebook
URL:https://njfibershed.com/event/member-event-found-color-spring-dye-foraging-workshop/
CATEGORIES:class,natural dye workshop
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SUMMARY:Member Event: Fresh Leaf on the Farm | Indigo Dyeing - June
DESCRIPTION:Cait’s Dye Studio & Garden \nSunday\, June 29th\n10 am – 1 pm\nWilliamstown\, NJ \nLead by Cait Nolan with assistance from Laura Hricko. In this workshop we will harvest and process the Japanese indigo grown in Cait’s dye garden. Together in the garden-side dye studio we will experiment with a variety of fresh leaf dyeing methods including: ice water\, salt rub and hapazome. As we work\, Cait will demystify the natural chemical processes at play in the transformation from leaf green to indigo blue. Things will get technical but\, don’t worry\, it will still feel like magic. All materials are included in the registration fee including a soy pre-treated cotton bandana (24” X24”)\, a Handwoven Mulberry Silk Bandana 21” x 21”\, raw silk sample and 1 page informational handout. This workshop will be held at Cait’s home dye studio in Williamstown\, NJ (about 30 minutes from Philadelphia). Participants are welcome to bring up to 500 grams of additional fiber to dye. \nRegistration Fee: $95 \nRegistration and more information at www.caitnolanmakes.com. \n  \nShare this:\n				Share on Facebook (Opens in new window)\n				Facebook
URL:https://njfibershed.com/event/member-event-fresh-leaf-on-the-farm-indigo-dyeing-june/
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SUMMARY:Introduction to Freeform Tapestry Weaving
DESCRIPTION:Introduction to Freeform Tapestry Weaving\, an Outdoor Weaving Workshop at Raritan Headwaters \nby Anne Choi of Middle Brook Fiberworks \nFreeform tapestry weaving is an expressive\, process-oriented way to explore traditional handweaving techniques to create a piece that is personal and unique. A standing tabletop loom enables us to incorporate a wealth of textures such as fluffy roving\, long fleece locks\, silk ribbon\, cotton punis\, and handspun art yarn. We’ll learn how to set up the loom and plan a design. Using various weave structures and knotting methods\, we’ll discover how to achieve geometric shapes and contours. At the end of class\, everyone will have completed their own sampler tapestry to take home.  All equipment\, tools\, and materials will be provided\, and participants are invited to bring any special fibers or yarn they would like to include in their works. \nThe class will be given at Raritan Headwaters\, 2121 Larger Cross Road\, Gladstone\, NJ 07934\non 4/02/22 from 10 AM – 1:30-PM (Rain date: April 9)\nSignup/ More Info: https://www.raritanheadwaters.org/event/introduction-to-freeform-tapestry-weaving/ \nShare this:\n				Share on Facebook (Opens in new window)\n				Facebook
URL:https://njfibershed.com/event/introduction-to-freeform-tapestry-weaving/
LOCATION:Raritan Headwaters\, 2121 Larger Cross Road\, Gladstone\, NJ\, 07934
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SUMMARY:DIY Product Photography - Virtual Class - Members Only
DESCRIPTION:Laura Chandler\, owner of Smiling Dog Farm in Lumberton\, NJ\, will present a workshop to help fiber farmers and artisans get started with product photography.  The topics she will cover include: \n\nBasic principles and elements of photography\nEquipment for setting up a product photography area at home\nTechniques and tips for shooting product and lifestyle photos\nBasic editing and getting photos ready for online sales or websites\n\nThis is a beginner-level workshop for non-professional photographers\, and will be geared towards using point-and-shoot or phone cameras.  The workshop will be held via Zoom\, on February 16\, 2022 at 7:00 p.m \nThe class is free and only open to members\, so please register via our website shop.  There is limit of 15 participants to allow time for questions. \nLaura Chandler with her sheep (Photo courtesy of Smiling Dog Farm)\nShare this:\n				Share on Facebook (Opens in new window)\n				Facebook
URL:https://njfibershed.com/event/diy-product-photography-virtual-class-members-only/
LOCATION:Zoom
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220112T153000
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SUMMARY:Shave 'Em to Save 'Em Save Our Sheep Sweater Challenge with Deb Robson Jan 12 - Feb 23\, 2022 - Livestock Conservancy Digital Event
DESCRIPTION:Register for the SE2SE Save Our Sheep Sweater Challenge \nAre you ready to kick off the New Year with another Rare Wool Fiber Challenge? \nAlready know the basics of knitting or crochet? Want to add to (or start) a hand-crafted sweater collection? Let’s make a resolution to create a sweater with wool from an endangered sheep! Accept the SE2SE Save Our Sheep Sweater Challenge with expert spinner\, knitter\, author and fiber arts educator Deborah Robson! \nJoin us LIVE on ZOOM for four alternating Wednesdays at 3:30 PM Eastern\, in January and February as we create a sweater with rare wool. \n\nWednesday\, January 12\, 2022 – Planning: Materials and Patterns\nWednesday\, January 26\, 2022 – Testing: Swatches and Measurements\nWednesday\, February 9\, 2022 – Evaluating Progress/Trouble-shooting/How to(s)\nWednesday\, February 23\, 2022 – Progress Reports/Addressing Problems/Sweater Showcase\n\nDuring these live chats Deborah will cover all the sweater making basics\, and answer your questions. Can’t make the live chat? No worries. All videos will be recorded and archived in both the Facebook group and YouTube for later viewing.  If you can’t make the live chat\, you may submit your questions to Cindra Kerscher (ckerscher@livestockconservancy.org) at least 48 hours prior to each class. \nFor this challenge you are welcome to work from a pattern of your choosing. Deborah will also supply recommendations for the best Shave ‘Em to Save ‘Em breeds for sweater making\, as well as resources for knitting patterns. \nThe only challenge requirement is that your sweater be constructed of 100% rare wool from breeds listed on The Livestock Conservancy’s Conservation Priority List (Breeds are listed below). You may spin the yarn or purchase from a registered SE2SE Fiber Provider for this Fiber Challenge. If you have left-over yarn or roving from your Passport projects\, you may even blend two or more breeds together to make your sweater yarn. For this challenge feel free to experiment with plying or combining any of the breeds on our Conservation Priority List. If you need to buy fiber\, roving\, or yarn for your sweater\, search the online Directory OR see list below for NJ Fibershed Producers/ Artisans who sell products containing wool from sheep breeds on the Livestock Conservancy List. \nRegister for the Save Our Sheep Sweater Challenge today!  \n******* \nLivestock Conservancy Sheep Conservation Priority List with link to NJ Fibershed Members with These Breeds:\nNorth American Breeds \nFlorida Cracker (Critical) \nGulf Coast or Gulf Coast Native (Critical) \nHog Island (Critical) \nNavajo-Churro (Critical) \nSanta Cruz (Critical) \nJacob – American (Threatened): Jenny Jump Farm\, Willow Pond Farm \nKarakul – American (Threatened) \nRomeldale/CVM (Threatened) \nBarbados Blackbelly (Watch) \nSt. Croix (Watch) \nTunis (Watch) \nBreeds Imported Before 1900 \nCotswold (Threatened) \nDorset Horn (Threatened) \nLincoln (Threatened) \nOxford (Watch) \nShropshire (Watch) \nSouthdown (Recovering) \nBreeds Imported After 1900 \nTeeswater (Critical): Hidden Pastures Luxury fiber Farm \nBlack Welsh Mountain (Threatened) \nClun Forest (Threatened) \nLeicester Longwool (Threatened) \nWiltshire Horn (Watch) \nShetland (Recovering): Ewe Can Do It Shetland Sheep Farm\, Hardscrabble Farm\, Middle Brook Farm \nShare this:\n				Share on Facebook (Opens in new window)\n				Facebook
URL:https://njfibershed.com/event/shave-em-to-save-em-save-our-sheep-sweater-challenge-with-deb-robson-jan-12-feb-23-2022-livestock-conservancy-digital-event/
LOCATION:Zoom
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SUMMARY:Grazing 101: Sustainable Pasture Management for Livestock Online Course
DESCRIPTION:Learn how to sustainably manage beef cattle\, sheep and meat goats on pasture. Understand the variables concerning grazing systems\, paddocks\, fencing\, and forage quality. This is an online\, work at your own pace (up to 60 days after starting) course which can be started at any time so please ignore the dates given for this event in our calendar – you pick the dates that work best for you. \n\n\nSkill Level:  Beginner\, Intermediate \nLength of Access:  60 days \nSections:  7 \nLength:  12 hours \nLanguage:  English \nInstructors: David Hartman\, Extension Educator\, Livestock and Jessica A Williamson PhD\, Former Extension Forage Specialist\nLimited time offer: Register for this course at 50% off the original price through August 31. Price shown reflects discount. View promotion terms.\n****\n\nWho is this for?\n\nNew and beginning grazing managers who want to start raising\, or continue to raise beef cattle\, sheep\, or meat goats on pasture. \n*** \nDescription: \n\n\nPastures can exist in places where other crops cannot; therefore\, they can add value to otherwise unproductive land. It can be daunting to think about where to begin as no two plots of land are exactly alike. As you choose a grazing system that will be a good fit for you and your livestock\, you will want to consider your personal goals\, time commitment and available resources. \nForage quality is the basis of animal health in a grazing system and is impacted by plant development and the timing of grazing. We’ll discuss the practical aspects of designing your pasture system\, such as the number of animals\, paddock size and fencing type. You’ll learn about various types of grazing systems (rotational grazing\, strip grazing\, high density grazing) and the benefits and challenges of each. You’ll be introduced to the costs associated with grazing and identify opportunities for additional grazing-based income. \nIn this self-paced course\, you will use a combination of readings\, videos and handouts to learn the basics of raising livestock on pasture. Readings will be your primary source of information\, along with supplemental videos and knowledge check questions. Each section of the course concludes with an opportunity to reflect on how to incorporate what you’ve learned into your grazing operation. This course will provide you with a practical\, research-based foundation on which to build a successful grazing enterprise. \n\n\n\n\n\n\nShare this:\n				Share on Facebook (Opens in new window)\n				Facebook
URL:https://njfibershed.com/event/grazing-101-sustainable-pasture-management-for-livestock-online-course/
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SUMMARY:Sheep Management and Production Online Course
DESCRIPTION:Learn the basics of sheep production and how to manage your operation\, including breeds and selection\, nutrition\, health problems\, grazing\, and marketing.  This is an online\, work at your own pace (up to 60 days after starting) course which can be started at any time so please ignore the dates given for this event in our calendar – you pick the dates that work best for you. \nSkill Level:  Beginner\, Intermediate\nLength of Access:  60 days\, proceed at own pace.\nSections:  8\nLength:  25 hours\nLanguage:  English\nInstructor: Melanie Barkley\, Extension Educator\, Livestock \n\nNote: This course offers a certificate of completion.\nLimited time offer: Register for this course at 50% off the original price through August 31. Price shown reflects discount. View promotion terms.\n\n***\n\n\nWho is this for?\n\n\nAnyone getting started in the sheep business\nProducers who want to improve their sheep operation\n\n\n\n\n\n\n*** \nDescription: \nRaising sheep is an incredibly rewarding\, yet also challenging enterprise. You have to provide the best care for your sheep\, while making sound business decisions to ensure that your operation is profitable. \nIn this self-paced course\, you’ll use a combination of readings\, videos\, and handouts to learn about the basics of sheep production. Readings will be your primary source of information. The course begins with looking at production facilities and how to design a handling system that meets your needs. Videos will teach you how to select the breed of sheep best suited for your goals and operation\, how to meet the nutritional needs of your sheep\, and how to manage pasture and forage. This course covers breeding and managing sheep through the reproductive cycle\, as well as how to identify and correct sheep health problems. You’ll also learn effective ways to market your sheep and lamb products\, and how to handle the financial planning for sheep production. Videos will teach you about pricing practices\, identifying a market\, and direct marketing. \nYou will be able to print handouts about sheep body condition scoring\, breeds and reproduction planning\, and grazing management. You will be provided with worksheets that you can use to create your own operational records and budgets\, make feeding decisions\, and estimate retail values. Knowledge check questions throughout the course will help you review what you learn\, and each section also provides you the opportunity to reflect on how to incorporate what you’ve learned into your sheep operation. There is a 5 question quiz at the end of each section. You need to score a 70% on each quiz to successfully earn your certificate. \nMore details on the website. \n\n\n\n\nShare this:\n				Share on Facebook (Opens in new window)\n				Facebook
URL:https://njfibershed.com/event/sheep-management-and-production-online-course/
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