Maker-in-Residence
Are you a maker? Do you build, create, craft, write, cook? We would love to hear from you! Apply to become our next Maker-in-Residence!
Learn to Knit with our Summer Maker-in-Residence Evelyne Liebmann!
Our Maker in Residence for the Summer of 2022 is Evelyne Liebmann.
An adjunct instructor at Fashion Institute of Technology, Evelyne Liebmann was a volunteer for eleven years teaching the inmates of the Taconic Correctional facility for women how to knit. She will teach two sets of knitting classes, one for kids and one for adults.
For Kids: Everything You Need to Know to Become an Independent Knitter
After learning the basics of knitting in this four-part class, each kid will create a scarf they can wear or give as a gift.
For Adults: Sequence Knitting: Combining Simple Knits and Purls to Create Knitted Fabric
These classes, for advanced beginners or intermediate knitters, will be in four parts: “Introduction to Sequence Knitting”, then “Sequence Knitting Parts II, III, and IV.” The classes will be focused on color work and how simple combinations can create a unique item, and explore the concept of “sequence knitting” created by Cecelia Campochiaro. This groundbreaking approach revolutionized the world of knitting. Adults should bring a sample of their work to the first class, along with two different colored yarns and appropriate needles for their yarn. Attendees will make a colorful scarf for Fall, and possibly a second project.
We will be offering:
Introduction to Knitting for Kids, Session I – July 11
Introduction to Knitting for Kids, Session II – July 13
Introduction to Knitting for Kids, Session III – July 18
Introduction to Knitting for Kids, Session IV – July 20
Introduction to Sequence Knitting for Adults, Session I – August 22
Introduction to Sequence Knitting for Adults, Session II – August 29
Introduction to Sequence Knitting for Adults, Session III – September 5
Introduction to Sequence Knitting for Adults, Session IV – September 12
Become Our Next Maker-in-Residence
The Harrison Public Library Maker-in-Residence will work out of the Library for three months (no more than 4 hours per month), working on a project of their choosing. As part of your residency, you will share your skills with the public. We’ll cover the costs of workshop supplies and pay you a stipend of $500 for your time working and teaching. You get unrestricted access to our equipment, an opportunity to learn new skills, public exposure for your work, and a chance to share your talents with your community and all the warm fuzzy feelings that entails. We’re looking for all kinds of making, whether digital or physical. Come and show us how you do it.
Makers selected must be 18 or older, may be subjected to a comprehensive criminal background check, and must have professional references. Applications are accepted and makers are selected on a rolling basis, with appointments made as residencies end.
Application
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