My interests center around color systems and personal
symbolic textiles as expressed through the complexity
of plain weave. In a broader context, I weave together
the focused intention of an entire guild to create
a powerful fabric of woven energy translated into
the luxurious language of color.
Workshops/Programs
Bonnie’s Easy Ikat - This
workshop is geared toward sharpening the sense of
design and color while exploring this unique ikat
variation. Prepare a skein of yarn for dyeing at home.
Design and create a spontaneous warp from pre-dyed
3/2 cotton, 6 to 8 inches wide by 3 yards long. The
workshop includes an exciting slide show and sumptuous
samples, and it promises to add new dimensions to
your creativity. Progam only available. Workshop length:
one-day (6 hours)
Color: Finding the Colors Within -In a relaxed atmosphere,
students build a chart of personal color associations,
create collages based on these colors and explore
weaving the collages together with unexpected and
amazing results. Workshop length: half day (3 hours)
one day (6 hours)
Color Horoscope Weaving - This workshop
provides the opportunity to discover a unique method
of color blending based on the 12 colors of the natural
spectrum. Each dazzling warp becomes a personal rainbow.
The signs of the zodiac and the planets in our solar
system are merely the jumping off point for a challenging
color experience. Program only available. Workshop
length: one day (6 hours) two days (12 hours) or three
days (18 hours).
Exploring Not-So-Plain Weave- Break
free from the limitations of a small 4-harness loom
and create fancy weaving as large as the imagination.
Learn a unique method of color blending (Woven Words),
design on the warping board with Easy Ikat and in
the reed with skipped dent, discover exciting things
to do with thrums and scraps, work with non-traditional
wefts, practice spontaneous weaving from the heart,
experiment with log cabin variations, joining techniques,
and chenille tricks. All of this (and more) is accomplished
in a warm and playful atmosphere, round robin style.
Bonnie shares her secrets, hints and tips through
beautiful slides, luscious examples and informative
handouts. This workshop is designed for all weaving
levels and can be tailored to fit all time slots from
program to 3-day.
