School of the West to host center/spoke weaving gourd class

The Journal

School of the West will host a center/spoke weaving gourd class from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday, at Artist Studio, 161 S. Main St.

Learn how to measure and cut a gourd for weaving various types of materials through its center. Coloring techniques, like a patina, adding embellishments or carving a design will also be covered. The rim will then be completed in a nice weaving of either sea grass or date palm fronds.

Cost is $60 plus $20 materials fee to be paid at the time of the class to the instructor. All levels are welcome. For more information, visit www.schoolofthewest.org/product/center-spoke-weaving-may-11th.