Workshop Descriptions

Welcome Rug Hookers!
The Dogwood Chapter of ATHA is pleased to invite you to the Atlanta area for a whole lotta hookin’! Come for the day or the week,
explore our rug hooking heritage and experience some true southern hospitality.
The Gwinnett Environmental & Heritage Center is a state-of-the-art facility bursting with stunning nature views and 8 miles of walking
trails. It is conveniently reached from either interstate 85 or 985 and only a few minutes from the Mall of Georgia, where shopping,
restaurants and hotels are plentiful. It’s the perfect place for a rug hooking respite!
Physical Address: 2020 Clean Water Drive, Buford GA, 30519
GPS Device Address: 1510 Plunketts Road, Buford GA, 30519
Workshop Descriptions
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Registration begins Sept. 15, 2011 until classes are full.
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Includes daily lunch and admission to the rug exhibit.
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All workshops are 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. unless noted.
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Visit www.gwinnettEHC.org to download additional registration forms.
Kathie Meyers
(Simple Braided Borders for Hooked Rugs)
April 12-13, 2012
Kathie Meyers, a McGown Certified teacher, has developed a foolproof, logical and
reliable method to attach braided borders to hooked rugs. Owner of Woolen Rooster,
a Rug Hooking Store in Newnan, Georgia, and author of "Simple Braided Borders for
Hooked Rugs," Kathie will share her secrets for the perfect braided finish. In this twoday class, learn how to make a braid to attach to a small round rug measuring six-inches
across. Then go one step further and learn to attach a braid-to-braid for the second
row on the same small rug. After learning these techniques on this small piece, you will
be able to braid around any size or shape of rug! Choose one of the five hooking
patterns provided, design your own six inch pattern, or just hook a plain six inch circle
using your favorite wools. Class also includes a small doorknob wreath to learn a picot
edge. Set your rugs apart with this beautiful technique! Cost: $160 includes braiding
supplies and rental of braid stand
Hook-In
April 14, 2012
9 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Vendors, lunch, admission to “Off the Hook” Rug Exhibit, Guest Speaker - Gail Dufresne, National ATHA President
Cost: $25 ($20 for Dogwood Members)
Gail Dufresne
(Geometrics)
April 16-18, 2012
Hooking since 1984, Gail Dufresne is the national ATHA president, a McGown certified
teacher and regular contributor to Rug Hooking Magazine. Gail is the Celebrations VII
award winner and a past Celebrations judge. She believes the easiest way to learn
how to use color is to study and work with geometric designs. Since there are no
preconceived notions of what color any certain geometric form must be (must all
circles be orange?), the student can abandon the usual color stereotypes he or she
may possess and concentrate on playing with color to achieve the desired results.
Use a pre-printed pattern, design one of your own, or use a pattern from Gail; it's your
choice. Gail can also help you custom design your own pattern using one of hers as a
base. She loves to work with textures, is open to using mixed media and her freewheeling approach to dyeing will loosen up your preconceived notions. Learn more
about Gail in her recent book "Geometric Hooked Rugs" or on her website
www.goathilldesigns.com. Cost: $240
Eric Sandberg
(Open Project Class)
May 21-23, 2012
Eric has been rug hooking for 20 years, being certified as
a McGown teacher in 1997 and teaching full time since
2000. He is a master colorist and adept at hooking all
styles from narrow cut, fine-shaded flowers to wide-cut
primitives. Eric includes many interesting and
informative lessons throughout the workshop such as
color planning, oriental rug terminology, geometrics and
of course, dyeing. He likes to work with the student's
wool augmented with his own or he will custom dye for
your project. 2012 is a busy year for Eric as he teaches
across the country at Yellow Rose of Texas, Cambria Pines
and the McGown Maryland Shores, just to name a few.
Eric's extensive knowledge and his great sense of humor
make his class informative as well as fun! Cost: $200
Pris Buttler
(Klimt Inspired Design)
May 29-30, 2012
An experienced and gifted graphic and folk artist, Pris now splits her time
between the world of fine art and rug hooking. She has been teaching since
1999 and has won many awards from Celebrations to Sauder Village. Pris has
also authored several dye formula and lettering books as well as designed her
own book of patterns. For this workshop, a kit will be provided with pattern,
some wools and embellishments to create a fun and exciting project that will
make a wonderful mat or pillow. It will contain an original Pris Buttler design
created exclusively for this workshop after the artist Gustav Klimt and will
tickle your fancy in the world of abstract geometrics. This is a wild and woolly
workshop! Cost: $210 includes pattern and some wools/embellishments
Class pattern will resemble this design, but not be this exact pattern.
Local Hotel and Restaurant Info
We are happy to provide you with local information to make your hooking experience the best ever!
Simply email Deste Arthurton ([email protected] or call 678.642.3441.
©Beverly Goodrich
Workshop & Hook In Registration
Please (X) all that apply:
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Kathie Meyers (Braiding As Finishing)
includes braiding supply kit
April 12-13, 2012
$160
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Gail Dufresne (Geometrics)
April 16-18, 2012
$240
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Eric Sandberg (Open Project)
May 21-23, 2012
$200
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Pris Buttler (Klimt Inspired Design)
Includes pattern
May 29-30, 2012
$210
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Hook In
April 14, 2012
$25 (Dogwood Members $20)
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CLASS AND/OR WORKSHOP TOTAL $ ________
DEPOSIT $ ________
Note: Half of the class total is due with registration form as a deposit. First day of registration is Sept. 15, 2011
and should be postmarked on that day or after. Classes assigned according to date of postmark. The remaining
balance for class is due 60 days prior to beginning of class.
Cancellation Policy for Workshops: Up to 90 days prior to workshop start date for a full refund.
The fee for the Hook In is due with registration and is nonrefundable.
After we have received registration and deposit, you will be notified with your workshop details.
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Address _______________________________________________________________________
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Phone ______________________________
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Are you an ATHA member? _____
If so, what chapter? _____________________________
Would you like area hotel and restaurant information? ______ (emailed unless otherwise requested)
Make checks payable to “Dogwood ATHA”. Please detach this sheet only and mail along with class fee to:
Deste Arthurton
315 River Glen Drive
Roswell, GA 30075
Questions? Email Deste at [email protected] or call (678) 642-3441.
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CLASS TOTAL $ ________