Learn the art of lauhala weaving in this fun, hands-on workshop with Jelena Clay from 9 a.m.-2:20 p.m. July 28 at Volcano Art Center Ni‘aulani Campus in Volcano Village. Create your own bracelet and pair of earrings using this traditional Hawaiian method of weaving.
Topics covered in the workshop include collecting, prepping, and stripping of lauhala. During the morning session of class, students will create their own lauhala bracelet.
During the afternoon session, students will then create a pair of earrings. All of the findings and tools along with sterling silver ear wires will be provided. Simple stones and crystals will be available to embellish the earrings. Class fee is $45/$40 for VAC members plus a $35 supply fee. Pre-registration is required. To register, call Volcano Art Center at 967-8222 or visit www.volcanoartcenter.org.
Jelena Clay is a master fiber artist and nationally recognized gourd artist who has produced an ever-increasing variety of contemporary and traditional work in every natural fiber she can find. Her interest in all Hawaiian art forms naturally led her to lauhala.
Volcano Art Center Niaulani Campus is located at 19-4074 Old Volcano Road in Volcano Village.
The Volcano Art Center is a non-profit educational organization created in 1974 to promote, develop, and perpetuate the artistic and cultural heritage of Hawaii’s people and environment through activities in the visual, literary, and performing arts.