North House Folk School - Courses, Classes, Workshops

Tied Up in Knots: The Nautical Door Mat

Traditional Crafts

Matthew Brown, Carolyn Fritz

Learn to tie knots, but not just any old knot…the ocean plait mat knot (say that three times fast!). This unique and beautiful decorative knot can be used for a variety of purposes- a functional door mat, a throw rug for the kitchen, or a wall hanging in the galley. While it may look complicated, you’ll be tying the knot in no time under the skilled instruction of long-time sailors Matthew and Carolyn. Using ½” or 5/8” cotton rope, you’ll learn this versatile knot and tie a large mat that will add a nautical touch to any entryway. Your finished mat will measure around 20" wide by 14" long. The same techniques can be used to make coasters, barrettes, placemats and more. A nautical place to wipe your feet and more!

Dates

Fri, Jun 22, 2012

(Early bird tuition deadline: 05/11/12)

Course Details

Length in days:

Hours:

9am-5pm

Tuition:

$80.00 per student (Regular rate)
$75.00 per student (Early-bird rate)

Materials:

$35.00

Levels:

Beginner to Advanced

Age with adult:

10+ (Review age guidelines/policy)

* The Jun 22, 2012 course is part of the Wooden Boat Show & Summer Solstice Festival event

Making it happen:

When should I enroll?
We can't hold classes without students! Decisions regarding course cancellations (as related to minimum enrollment) are made three weeks before the class starts--so if you've got a course in mind, plan ahead and sign up at least three weeks in advance! That way we'll know you're coming, courses are more likely to meet minimum enrollment numbers, and then they'll actually take place.
Also watch for the words "nearly full" next to course dates. When that notation appears it means there are only one or two spots left--so sign up soon!
Do you take last minute registrations?
Of course! Although it's important that courses meet minimum enrollment three weeks before their scheduled start dates, we know that life doesn't always allow for prior planning. As long as there are still spots left in a course we're happy to accept your registration last minute.
When will new course dates be posted?
New course dates are posted both in the spring and fall to coordinate with our course catalog release dates. All the new dates are opened for enrollment on the same day and at the same time, so that everyone gets a fair crack at a spot in the courses they're interested in. As that time rolls around we announce when the new dates will "go live" in our e-newsletter. (sign up here!)