Combining step by step instruction with intuitive technique, our fiber arts program encourages artists to engage with a new range of materials. Translating drawn designs into needlepoint gives artists the opportunity to develop a new form of mark-making. Knitting and weaving options engage fine motor skills while developing confidence in new processes. Artists are encouraged to work with a variety of materials and techniques, developing work that can be functional, decorative, framed, and/or sculptural. Work in textiles often results in saleable products. Artists have access to a wide assortment of equipment and materials including professional floor looms and sewing machines. 
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Fiber arts at CCW includes work in the following areas:

• Weaving on conventional floor, table top and saori looms

• Finger knitting and loom knitting

• Needlepoint

• Amish tufted embroidery

• Frame weaving

• Tufting

• Soft sculpture