Jennifer Raymond is based in Ashland, VA. In the DC area she teaches at Fibre Space, Woolwinders, and runs summer camps at Montgomery County College.
Regionally she she teaches up and down the East Coast at Fiber Festivals in the Spring and Fall. Her classes feature a high energy style and her ready sense of humor.
Her teaching style includes handouts, broken down instructions and abundant interactive elements including pre-made swatches, drawings and interactive demos.
Interested in having me teach? I offer a variety of classes for small and large groups. For more information about my rates and availability, contact me.
Read below for some of my most popular classes and descriptions.
“[I] especially appreciate Jennifer’s use of real life experiences, offering alternative workarounds, tips, etc. Great presentation skills and time management; examples are so relevant!” – DV (Blocking, Woolwinders)
Jennifer was very patient & encouraging so I was relaxed and able to learn. She really individualized for us, she’s a great instructor!” – ND (Crochet with Beads, Fibre Space)
I really appreciated the [Jen’s] enthusiasm and patience in explaining and re-explaining things and showing me how to find the stitches. I appreciated how open and responsive she was to my questions, even if they were elementary.”- BV (Finishing, Fibre Space)
You made something that initially looked fiddley and complicated easy to do once I got the hang of it – thank you! The class was a lot of fun and I learned a lot. I loved your enthusiasm for the craft and would be happy to take another class with you.” – KM (Hairpin Lace, Fibre Space)
[It was] great having the homework beforehand. I truly enjoyed this class! Jen was very relaxed and extremely knowledgeable; I enjoyed learning even things not in the official curriculum.” – KA (Heels, Heels, Heels, Carolina Fibre Festival)
I liked the mix of class and individual instruction, this let people move at their own pace and provided additional help to those who needed it while not holding up speedier learners.” – SW (Tunisian Crochet, Fibre Space)
