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This class will be sewing with a machine from a clothing pattern picked by the teacher. We will cover sewing machine basics, choosing materials and how to work with a pattern. What to Bring: Students will need fabric and a pattern that will be discussed in the first class.  No need to purchase ahead of time. Suggested Materials: Sewing...

Cast on, knit, purl and bind off to make adorable scarves, hats, and blankets! We will demystify gauge, tools and patterns so your projects will fit well and look beautiful. Suggested Materials: Students will need a pair of US 8 knitting needles and a ball of light colored worsted weight yarn in acrylic or wool.

Learn to weave on a tabletop loom! Basically a mini version of our floor looms, you will have time to practice setting up the loom and weaving your own cloth, gaining an understanding of the machine. Student-designed projects preferred but I am happy to assign materials and patterns to the uninitiated. Bring a notebook and pen if that's your style....

In this floor loom class, experienced weavers will develop and pursue their own weaving projects and designs.  Simple or complex, colorful or neutral, smooth or textured: find your own balance of elements.  Studio fee covers equipment use and consumables for your projects.  Notes Students may arrive one hour early after the first...

In this workshop, you will learn how to embroider designs on fabric surfaces. Using clothes, pillowcases, or any other fabric on hand, we will create embroidery art that makes your fabric belongings feel special. We will learn embroidery techniques, and discuss designing, transferring your designs and where to find inspiration. Essential Materials: ...

Adults as well as Children are welcome in this class. An additional option for this class is for an adult to register with a child and they can work together on a project, although adults and children can enroll as an individual students. This is a class for beginners or more experienced sewists that want to tackle a more demanding project. You...

Come learn the basics of embroidery, no experience necessary! We will go over materials, how to get started, practice basic stitches, and also how to create your own designs and transfer them to clothing and other textiles. Experience Level: Beginning or Some Experience Hand Stitching Required supplies for this program: Pencil Eraser Sketchbook...

Learn the magic of indigo dye through Shibori techniques in this hands-on beginners workshop. You will design, dye and take home a tote bag. You will also get to create beautiful designs using a few Shibori techniques with cotton fabric to take home and make projects of your own (placemats, pillow cover, napkins, etc.).  Join a group of students...

Let the loom guide your hand! Explore what a 4-shaft loom can do with improvisational weaving techniques in this beginner-friendly workshop. Immerse yourself in a joyful free weaving style where there are no mistakes, only expressions of what’s on your mind. Be inspired by the abundance of traditional and surprising collection of materials that...

In stitch-resist shibori, beautiful patterns are created by using a running stitch using a needle and thread -- the stitches resist the dye, creating beautiful patterns and color variations. In this workshop, you'll learn stitching methods to create amazing shibori results. You will learn different stitching techniques as you plan and sew your own...

Learn the beautiful art of bundle dyeing with plants! In this four-hour workshop, you will gain an understanding of how to work with natural dyes as you explore the process of bundle dyeing.  We will cover an introduction to natural dye plants, mordants, and different types of fabric. We will work with natural dyestuffs including onion skins,...

Beginners will learn the fundamentals of weaving. Simple or complex, colorful or neutral, smooth or textured: find your own balance of elements.  Note: Experienced students pursue individual projects. You can bring scissors, pen or pencil for taking notes. Work with your instructor to help you realize your vision for your project. There is a...

Taking the traditional embroidery sampler as a point of departure, learn several classic and artistic hand embroidery stitches. Get inspired to draw and write with thread, embellish and reuse garments, and create original works of art. All levels and teens 16 and over welcome. Required supplies for this program: Good sharp scissors Pencil Graph...

In the first of two soft sculpture workshops this term, students will work with felt to create unique sculptural works both big and small. Specific techniques covered, include: wool felting with barbed needles, basic pattern drafting, and sewing on the center machines.  All levels welcome.  Week One: Powerpoint and project overview, felting...