Fiber & Paper Studio
Arrowmont’s history with fiber arts looms large in this historic studio. Equipped for all things fiber & paper, this space exudes tactile making and has inspired generations of artists who have taught and learned here.
- Professionally Equipped Studios
- Hands on learning for all ages
- Fibers Studio
Overview
From our earliest days, fiber arts have been an important medium in the Arrowmont workshop canon. For over 100 years this craft has been taught at Arrowmont by local and national artists alike. Today, the Fibers Studio has added Paper to its name as we expand the use of this space to include all things papermaking too! From felting to weaving, to macramé to found-object paper sculpture, our fiber and paper workshops push the envelope and blur the lines between these media and so much more.
With a view towards the Dining Hall and Wood Studio, the indoor/outdoor nature of our covered porch and multi-room studio space make this a quirky and beloved corner of the Turner Building.
Fiber & Paper Studio Equipment Inventory
Note: Though an item may be listed here, it does not guarantee availability at the time of your workshop. Studio equipment is often shared between all 10 studio spaces based on workshop topic and material needs. When preparing a workshop, conference of group event being held on campus, please notify studio staff of all items needed, including those listed below.
Looms
5 Jack Type four-harness looms- Leclerc 45”
2 Jack Type four-harness looms- Leclerc 36”
4 Jack Type eight-harness looms – Macomber 40”
Weaving Tools
7 Warping Boards
1 Warping Mills
3 Umbrella Swifts
2 Electric Bobbin Winders
2 Plastic table bobbin winders
2 Barrel Drum Carders
11 Frame Tapestry looms – 10” x 20”
Assorted work benches for looms
Dent Reeds (sizes 5, 6, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 15, 16, and assorted 18-30) Flat Shuttles, Shuttle Sticks, Boat Shuttles, and Rug Shuttles Plastic and wood bobbins
Extra Heddles
Raddles
Lease Sticks
Pick-up sticks
Reed Hooks
Warping Paddles
Skein Holder
Drop Spindles
Hand Carders
Paper Equipment
Voith Paper Beater – 1½ lb.
Paper Press – 20 ton – 28”x48” bed
3 Paper Strainers – 12” diameter
Paper Drying machine – 47” x 47”
Steel Book Press – 12” x 16”
Wooden Book Press – 11.5” x 20” Felt blankets
Plastic soaking tubs
Wooden mallets
Steel pots
Propane burner
Hot plate
3 Blenders
Moulds and Deckles
8 ½” x 11” – 13 sets
16” x 20” – 4 sets
11 ½” x 22” – 2 sets
7” x 29” – 1 set
5”x 8” – 1 set
Explore Fiber & Paper Workshops

Painting with Fabric

Need Some Relief? Add Interest & Life to Your Work

Specimen: Smithing and Enamel on Natural Forms

Toys, Puppets, Whirligigs, Mobiles: Articulated Forms in Wood

Weaving Efficiency: Jump Start or Ramp Up Your Skills

Anatomical Approach to Hollow Building the Bust

Finding Our Way: Surface Design & Brushwork Decoration

Paltiya: The Material That Changed Sculpture Forever

Soda Firing: Exploring Atmospheric Glaze and Surface

Exploring the Figure: Observational Drawing and Painting

Beyond the Blade: Unlock Your Bandsaw Box Skills

Plaster + Slip: Moldmaking Fundamentals







