Iron & Ink

Hosted by

The Shire of Dregate (Omak, WA )

Event Summary

Event Main Contact (Event Steward): Osorgarow Ojin
Date: June 13 , 2008 until June, 15 2008
Site opens at: 12:00 AM on June 13th 2008
Site closes at: 12:00 AM on June 15th 2008

Event site:
Private Residence
14 Granite Omak, WA 98441

Iron and Ink, hosted this year by the Shire of Dregate, is
offered as a weekend RETREAT for Inlands Artisans. However,
anyone and everyone who desires to join-in and take part are
most welcome. A variety of hands-on classes will be offered
throughout the weekend to learn new skills or expand on
existing ones. Classes will also be available for young
people. Instructors and students are encouraged to talk
“off-hours” about their areas of interest. A display area
will be available Saturday afternoon for those wishing to
bring items. The shire will sponsor a Potluck
Feast Saturday evening followed by an open Peerage
meeting/social which all are invited to attend.

 Camping is available on site.

 Please send class requests to tamlyn@verizon.net  
one for each member you are signing up (we’ve lost some
of the registrations that were doubled up before). 
Include your name, branch, contact information and a list in
chronological order of the classes you would like to take.
You may also include your second choices in case a particular
class you want is full. I will be signing you into your first
pick, if available and returning a confirmation of the
classes you are signed up for. Money for classes should be
given directly to the Instructors. Please remember that you
are committing the Instructors to providing materials that
they have to pay for so only sign into those classes you
fully intend to attend.

 It may be appropriate during the classes to wear modern
clothes to avoid damage to or getting your garb messy, please
dress as you feel best for your classes. During Saturday
evening and the Potluck Feast we ask that you “dress up” for
the occasion in garb

 Autocrat: Companion Osorgarow Ujin, OL (mka Kim Jacobs)
106 S. Locust Way, Tonasket, WA 98855. 509-486-1021 odredful@hotmail.com

Site co-coordinator HL Killian Carrik cariker@gmail.com

Site info: 14 Granite, Omak WA 98841

Site opens 4pm June Friday 13th, closes 5pm Sunday
15th. 

 The site fee for Iron and Ink for SCA Members is $7.00
and your Potluck contribution. Please add another $3.00 to
the NMS fee if you are not a card-carrying member of the SCA.
Checks will be made to SCA Inc, Shire of Dregate.

 For the Saturday night potluck, please bring by modern
last name:

A-E – Side Dish
F-M – Desserts
N-R – Bread/Cheese
S-Z – Vegi’s/Fruit
enough to serve 10 please

 Notice-           

There has been a landslide of requests for the Archer’s Arm
guard and Archer’s Demi-Gauntlet class projects so the
Instructor has agreed to split them into two separate
classes:

Evrard will be teaching Archer’s Demi-Gauntlets
Saturday 9-1 pm

He will be teaching the Merry Rose Arm Guard Saturday
2:30-6:30 pm

Youth are permitted to take the class, but must be
accompanied by an adult.

You may sign up for one of your choices and enter an option
for the other if there is room (we’re trying to get
people their first choice at least, but there are a lot of
you:-).

 Students, The instructor asks that if
you have a pair of leather shears that you bring them and
that if you are making a demi-gauntlet you contact him ahead
of time with your size as he will be pre-cutting them.

 Students, who have already
registered: please check your schedules and make
sure this will still work with the classes you have decided
to take. If your schedule can still stay intact for what you
wanted find the message in your Sent mail and return it with
“RESEND” in the title, if it needs to change
please resubmit it with “CHANGE” in the subject
line.  Please send class requests to tamlyn@verizon.net        

CHASING
SAT 9-11 am
Instructor: Master Jorg Siggeirrsen
Cost: $1
Hours: 2
Students: No limit
The art of line ornament on metal, used from B.C. through the
end of The SCA period to decorate metal surfaces. Students
will learn the theory behind a chasing tool and make at least
one tool. Students will have the opportunity to practice the
use of the tool on scrap metal.
If students have they have them should bring, small hammers
chasing or ball peen, portable vise, files for steel,
c-clamp. Room Requirements: Access to electrical outlet.
 
ADVANCED CARD WEAVING – Free form design on card woven
bands.
SAT 9-1 pm
Instructor: Master Fiacha MacNeil of Glencar
Cost – $4
Hours: 4
Students – limit 8
There are a number of techniques that allow the creation of
free form designs on a cardwoven band. This class will
discuss techniques known from extant period examples and also
some plausibly period techniques. The class will also discuss
pattern drafting and how to weave from a pattern.
A loom with a piece in progress will be set up for several of
the techniques. Students will be encouraged to try their
hands on each of them.
 Students should bring an alert mind and flexible
fingers. Note taking materials may also be useful but the
intent is encourage learning by doing. There will be a
generous handout.

COMBAT ARCHERS DEMI-GAUNTLET
SAT 9-1 pm
Instructor: HL Evrard de Valogne
Cost: $?
Hours: 4
Students: 6 max
Description: Create a demi-gauntlet suitable for use for use
in combat archery. Out-of-class additional work required
(gauntlet will need to be courelli-boulle hardened)

 UNDERGLAZE PAINTING
SAT 9-11 am
Instructor: Mistress Morgaina atte Wodelonde
Cost – $6
Hours: 2
Students – limit 8
Students will be provided with bisqued bowls, which will be
painted with under glaze using Medieval Middle Eastern
styles. After the class I will take these bowls back to my
kiln, coat them with a transparent glaze and fire in my kiln.
Class Participants can pick up their bowls at Coronation. If
participants would like to donate their work to the Palouse
Potters Guild Empty Bowls Fundraiser I will donate the
materials and firing and photograph the bowls for you. Empty
Bowls Web page:
http://www.emptybowls.com/
To see some of the bowls past participants have made:
http://copper-oxide.livejournal.com/96423.html#cutid1
Handout Included.
Cost: $6.00
Time: 2 hours
Spaces Available: 8
 
MEDIEVAL GLASS BEAD MAKING FOR THE MODERN AGE
Instructor: HL Marianella da Ravenna
Cost:  $2.00
Hours: 2
Maximum: 8 students a session
SAT 9-11 am
SAT after dinner
INTRODUCTORY class:   This class will introduce
students to the basics of glass bead making including 
safety around glass and flame,  work area set up, 
introducing the glass to the flame, shaping a bead, adding
color to a bead and what to do with it once it’s
formed.   Students should go home with at least two
beads of their own making.

SAT 11-1 pm
SAT after dinner
INTREMEDIATE class: Knowledge of the topics covered in the
Introduction class is mandatory.  In this class,
students will learn how to make their own thin rods of one
color of glass and multiple colors of glass  (stringer,
twisties and mosaic cane).  A brief introduction of what
to do with the materials just created will be
demonstrated.

SUN 9-11 am
SUN 11-1 pm
ADVANCE class:  Knowledge of the topics covered in the
Introduction and Intermediate class is mandatory. It is also
essential that students be comfortable with flamework. Taking
this class should not be considered by those who have just
taken the Introduction class. This class will cover
application of stringer, twisties and mosaic cane and will
include a demonstration on encasing.

WORK SHOP demonstrations:  This class should be
considered an open forum for points of interest to advanced
students. It can include demonstrations of
how to create hollow beads, vessels, pendants and
buttons.  Students will work on their own Mapp torches
and have a chance to work on an oxy-propane system. 
This is a workshop style class where students will pursue
their own interests with the aid of the instructor. 
This shop is only available upon advance request.

Students should bring: Clear safety glasses and clothing made
of natural fibres. Long sleeves must be kept out of the way
and long hair must be tied back.
Students should bring a torch if they have one or if they
wish to be instructed on its’ use in particular.  For
those who simply want to try their hand at beadmaking torches
will be available on a rotation basis.
Torch:  A basic plumbers torch and a can of MAPP gas.
You will also need:
A 4 inch diameter ring clamp to go around the can of Mapp, a
4 inch angle bracket, and a 3″ C-clamp. Additional items
to make the process easier are:  Clear safety glasses, a
metal cookie sheet with rim, an old stainless steel cooking
knife, small needle-nosed pliers.
 
METAL STAMPING
SAT 11-1 pm
Instructor: Master Jorg Siggeirrsen
Cost: $1
Hours: 2
Students: No limit
The art of stamped ornament applied to metal surfaces, used
from B.C. through the end of The SCA period to decorate metal
surfaces. Students will learn the theory behind a stamping
tool and make at least one tool. Heat treatment and annealing
will also be covered. Students will have the opportunity to
practice the use of the tool on scrap metal and how to
develop patterns.
If students have they have them could bring, small hammers
chasing or ball peen, portable vise, files for steel,
c-clamp. Room Requirements: Access to electrical outlet.

MERRY ROSE ARM GUARD

SAT 2:30-6:30 pm
Instructor: HL Evrard de Valogne
Cost: $?
Hours: 4
Students: 6 max
Description: Create either an archery arm guard based on the
Merry Rose findings. Out-of-class additional work required
(arm guard can be tooled with personal designs)

SILK DYEING
SAT 2:30-6:30 pm
Instructor: HL Saikhan Naranaimorin
Cost: 3.00
Hours:  4 (with a drying time break in the middle)
Students : Min. 3/Max 10
Learn how to trace patterns onto silk with gutta resist, and
dye it in sections. Great for making beautiful fluttering
silk banners. A fast and easy method to do heraldic patterns
with. Students will receive a handout and the opportunity to
make and take home a silk project. Instructor will provide
some  patterns, or you may bring your own (must be 11″ x
11″ or smaller) Not a documentable period process – Several
examples of very early wax resist dying in handout.
Instructor Supplied Materials: Silk, Dye, Brushes, cups,
Embroidery hoops, gutta and bottles, handouts. Room
Requirements: water access – work area that dye could
possibly be spilled/dripped in.
COOKING IN MEDIEVAL CLAY POTS
SAT 2:30-5:30 pm
Instructor: Mistress Morgaina atte Wodelonde, OL, OP
Cost: $3.50
Hours: 3
Students: 8 (note: Please have your hair covered or tied
back.) For this class participants will learn ways to use
ceramics for period cooking over open fires. We will prepare
several foods in Medieval style clay pots directly over
coals. We will sample some of the foods we cook during the
class; other fare prepared will be served at the
evening’s potluck. Handout included.
 
PAINTED GAME BOARDS
SAT 2:30-6:30 pm
Instructor: Mistress Alicia le Wilfulle
Cost: $10
Hours: 4
Students: 6 max
Create a gameboard for a medieval game using modern materials
and methods.  Designs for a few different games will be
available for you to choose from.  Playing instructions
will also be provided.   Materials will be
provided.
 
FLAT GILDING
SAT 2:30-6:30 pm
Instructor: Dame Tamlyn of Wyntersea
Cost: $4
Hours: 4
Students will learn a method of medieval gold application
used in manuscripts using gum ammoniac. Additional mediums
will be used as time permits.
 
BASIC RECORDER PLAYING
SAT 2:30-4:30 pm
Instructor: Master Stephen of Hunmanby
Cost:?
Hours: 2
Students: Min 1/Max 6
This class will introduce you to the art of playing the
recorder, including the basics of getting a nice sound,
reading notes, and playing tunes. This class is suitable for
alto or tenor recorders as will as soprano. A handout will be
provided, including a fingering chart.
Instructor Supplied Materials: Handout with fingering chart
and music Ithra Supplied Materials:
Student Supplied Materials: A recorder (soprano, alto, or
tenor)
Instructor does have some recorders, however if the student
is really interested they should own their own. If you have
questions on this please contact Master Stephen
sjfryer@telus.net
 
THE LUTE AND ITS MUSIC
SAT 4:30-6:60 pm
Instructor: Master Stephen of Hunmanby
Cost:?
Hours: 2
Students Min 1/Max 6
This lecture/demonstration class will look at the origins and
development of the lute in Europe up to the end of the
Renaissance; the development of playing techniques and
styles; the different notations used for lute music; and an
outline of the range of the lute repertoire.
Instructor Supplied Materials: Student handouts Ithra 
Student Supplied Materials: Students should bring note-taking
materials.
 
NARROW BAND WEAVING
SUN 9-1 pm
Instructor: Master Fiacha MacNeil of Glencar
Cost – $0
Hours: 4
Students – limit 8
Students with looms and questions/problems should bring them.
The session is open to inkle, card weaving, lap and table
looms, i.e. any loom portable enough to bring to the session.
The looms from the advanced card weaving class will also be
available for use.
The intent is to have a more or less informal gathering to
share tips and techniques and to encourage improvements in
the quality of the finished product.
Some card weaving supplies will be available.
 
GOUACHE PAINTING TECHNIQUES
SUN 9-1 pm
Instructor: Dame Tamlyn of Wyntersea
Cost: $2
Hours: 4
Students: 8 students
Description: Students will learn through practicing basic
gouache painting techniques for use on Scrolls and Charters
and an advanced method “Washes” a medieval method
of layering paint.
 
REPOUSSE
SUN 9-11 am
Instructor: Master Jorg Siggeirrsen
Cost: $1
Hours: 2
Students: No limit
The  art of metal relief for 3D decoration on metal,
used from B.C. through the end of the SCA period. Students
will learn the theory behind a repousse tool and make at
least one tool. Students will have the opportunity to
practice the use of the tool on scrap metal.
If students have they have them could bring, small hammers
chasing or ball peen, portable vise, files for steel,
c-clamp. Room Requirements: Access to electrical outlet.
 
ARROWMAKING
SUN 9-1 pm
Instructor: HL Evrard de Valogne
Cost: $6-$8
Hours: 4
Students: 6 max
Description: Learn arrow construction techniques by making
your own arrow. Featured target or combat archery arrows.
Please contact Instructor Prior to event davidkeil@hotmail.com
 
SEEKING INSPIRATION
SUN 11-1 pm
Instructor: Mistress Alicia le Wilfulle
Cost: $5
Hours: 2
Students: no limit, other than how many handouts I have
This class will discuss where to find ideas for charters (and
scrolls) and how to get them onto paper, working from the
point of view that you don’t need to be an ‘artist’ to design
charters, just be able to copy.  Discussion will include
pitfalls to avoid when designing charters.  An extensive
handout will be provided.
 
******** YOUTH CLASSES********
 SATURDAY

 HERALDRY FOR KIDS

9am- 10am

Learn what makes good heraldry.  Learn tinctures and
field divisions.  Learn how to make armory that will
show who you are on the field of battle or in your campsite.

Minimum class size 2 Maximum class size 10

Minimum age 5 (see below for alternative for younger children
to run consecutively with this class – Book of Kell’s
coloring)

Cost $3.00 (for color handouts) (Free if no color handouts
are taken home-we will recycle)

 BANNER MAKING

10 am – 11:30 am

After participating in the Heraldry for Kids class discussion
and learning the basics, put the things you have learned to
good use – Make a banner for your room or for your
campsite.

Minimum class size 2 Maximum class size 12

Minimum age 2 (If accompanied by an adult)

Minimum age 6 (If unaccompanied)

Cost free with attendance of children’s heraldry class

 POUCH MAKING

2:30-4:30 pm

Come and make a pouch for your trinkets!  Learn one way
that belt-pouches can be put together.  We will have
leather pieces already pre cut for you to lace together, and
if you are interested, you may learn a bit about decorating
your pouch with a stamp/carving tools.

Minimum class size 2 Maximum class size 6

Minimum age 3 (If accompanied by an adult)

Minimum age 6 (If unaccompanied)

$8.00 (to cover cost of supplies)

 SUNDAY

Viking A – Frame Class

9am – 10am

This class will teach the basic construction of a model sized
Viking A-Frame and the historical finds from the Osberg site.

Minimum class size 2 maximum class size 10

Minimum age 5

Cost $1.00(to cover cost of handouts and materials)

CHILDREN’S MONGOL HAT MAKING

10 am-12 noon

Come and make a hat for yourself.  You will learn a
basic running stitch as well as learn how to measure your
head to get an accurate fit.  Hand out to help you
finish your hat if time allotted is not enough. (Please
consider that the materials will not necessarily be of
“period” authenticity.  We use imitation furs and wool
fabric instead of hand felted wool.)

Minimum class size 2 Maximum class size 10

Minimum age 2(If accompanied by an adult)

Minimum age 6 (If unaccompanied)

$3.00 (to cover cost of supplies)

PIED PIPER ACTIVITIES (Next to the children’s class area)

Saturday – 9am to 12 noon

Book of Kells color time (Running at the same time as the
heraldry class and banner making class)

Color pages from the book of Kells and show your budding
artistic ability

Recommended for ages 1-5. 

PARENTAL REMINDER:
Sending your child to a class is an individual choice that
needs to be tailored to each individual child.  If you
do not feel your child is emotionally ready to be separated
from you to attend the whole class it is important that you
choose to either attend the class with your child (no class
fees are charged for parents attending classes with their
child) or choose not to have your child enrolled in that
class.  There are play activities available during the
course of the day that will engage and delight your child if
they are emotionally ready for that with you there.
That having been said, Pied Piper is NOT a baby-sitting
service.  We do not potty train, change diapers, make
bottles, or otherwise baby-sit.  We are here to teach
and engage children in learning activities that are fun and
interactive so that everyone may learn in a safe and creative
manner.