Presented by: Markham Guild of Village Crafts
Diane Randall is a retired high school teacher. She attended Concordia University, York University, and the University of British Columbia and achieved degrees in business, education, arts and psychology. As a young woman she took art classes at Sir Thomas Moore Institute.
Coming from an artistic family she learned to do needlework at the age of 9. Swedish weaving is among the many different needle art skills along with jewellery making that she learned from her mother. Arts and crafts have always been her passion.
Diane is presently course director at the Markham Guild of Village Crafts where she teaches both Swedish weaving and jewellery making.
Viking Knit Bracelet, Dianne Randall
Viking Knit Bracelet (15) All Levels
No need to be a knitter to create beautiful jewellery using the ancient Viking Knit method of wirework. Dianne shares this method using 24 gauge wire to create a fabulous bracelet with your choice of end caps and clasps or hammered closure. Bring: Round nose pliers, long nose pliers & flush cutters. Kit $55
3 Hour Workshop
Swedish Weaving: Placemat, Dianne Randall
Swedish Weaving: Placemat (15) All Levels
All you need is a sewing needle, yarn and Monk’s cloth to create beautiful table décor accents, afghans, throws and more. Diane leads you to make a sampler placemat while learning skills that can be applied to create projects of your choice in colourways that suit your personal style. Kit $15
3 Hour Workshop
Class registration will begin in late July 2012. Watch for updates on our blog for when brochure details become available and registration begins. www.creativfestival.ca