Hand-spinning is an ancient and nearly universal fiber craft transcending cultural roles that range from the personal to the ceremonial. In this class, we will familiarize ourselves with the drop spindle as an effective tool, and explore a range of fibers and techniques for creating thread, cordage, and yarn. Spinning is a craft to hone […]
read moreImprove sewing skills with guided practice during class time. After weekly demonstrations, students can work on individual projects and explore more advanced techniques. Demonstrations include sewing zippers and buttonholes, specialty seams and finishes, making fit adjustments to sewing patterns, and other student requests.
read moreWant to learn more about all the different types of fabric and how they work for different sewing projects? This weekend workshop goes over common fabrics, how they can change the look and feel of a project, and how to identify a fabric's fiber content. Leave with a binder of fabric samples with notes for […]
read moreLearn how to weave on a rigid heddle loom! We'll warp a rigid heddle loom using the direct warping method. This method is unique to rigid heddles and quick to set up so you can start weaving in no time. You can expect demonstrations on maintaining straight selvages, dealing with weft tails, changing colors, and […]
read moreLearn how to turn your favorite clothing into sewing patterns without taking it apart. This workshop will cover how to copy most garments, and students will leave with a finished pattern matching their favorite garment.
read moreLearn basic sewing techniques and create a project of your choice with instructor guidance. Weekly demonstrations will include sewing machine basics, fabric basics, simple seams, simple hems, zipper application, how to take body measurements, and how to follow a sewing pattern. The first classes will be demonstration-based and the final classes will focus on the […]
read moreCreate a portal into the fluffy, textural landscape of your dreams! In this class, we'll guide you in choosing and sketching out a scene for weaving. We will warp a circle frame and use basic weaving stitches to create depth, texture, and interest. You'll go home with a circle landscape ready to display!
read moreUse low-tech printing techniques such as stencil, stamp and texture plates to print fabric. Learn about repeats and compositional printing. We will work with dye and discharge paste. Perfect for beginners or experienced fiber students. Your finished fabrics can be used in home furnishing, clothing, and quilting projects.
read moreLearn how to design and sketch functional leather designs and get hands-on experience working with leather. Both beginners and advanced students will learn to make a wallet: learning how to understand functional three-dimensional design, creating the pattern, cutting the leather, and sewing the design together by hand. Finally, students will continue with functional and three-dimensional […]
read moreExplore how to create patterns on a frame loom. We'll start with basic weave structures like plain weave and weft faced weave, and move onto more complex patterns like creating shapes using a plain weave, twills, chevron patterns, and overshot patterns. We’ll go over how different materials affect how the pattern may look. We’ll mostly […]
read moreMove beyond the scarf and learn to knit cozy socks. We’ll cover skills like knitting in the round, using double–pointed needles, or the "magic loop" method. We’ll also talk about increasing, decreasing, picking up stitches and the fabulous Kitchener Stitch!
read moreLearn to crochet circles and other geometric shapes to cover pre-made armatures to create small sculptures. You will learn to attach crochet to the armature, stretch, and form to fit various simple shapes starting with circles.
read moreAre you bald, cool or just need a new hat? This beginner’s course dives into the process of sewing and fitting our own unique bucket hats! From the experienced sewist to the”I’ve never touched a machine in my life", we’ll all walk out with a little more knowledge about the world of headwear!
read moreIn this fast-paced beginners' course, students will learn the basics of machine sewing. First, students will learn how to set up their machines and practice using them. Once students feel comfortable with simple machine sewing, they will have the opportunity to sew a zippered pouch to apply their new skills. Along the way, students will […]
read moreThis class is an introduction to sewing. The goal is not to dive deep on any one skill, but to teach you the most basic and useful techniques to sewing that you can build on in more advanced classes. Since the goal is to learn by doing, we are going to attempt to complete one […]
read moreIn this class, you'll make your unique stencils and then print them on fabric—no previous printing experience necessary. We'll use permanent pigment inks, and all materials will be provided. You are welcome to bring in a t-shirt or other cotton fabric to print on, too.
read moreLearn to dye fabric using the ancient Japanese tradition of shibori, otherwise known as tie-dye. You’ll use fiber reactive dyes to add color to white fabric. Your finished fabric will be perfect for quilting, garment sewing and home decorating.
read moreDo you feel like a full-on sewing techniques class is not right for you? Maybe you just want to know how to do basic mending and alterations? This is your class! Here you'll learn the basic skills like mending, hemming, minor alterations, how to take proper measurements and much more. Waste less and save money […]
read moreLearn the basics of using a sewing machine and simple hand-sewing stitches to create your very own designs! Choose from a variety of fabrics to complete two or three projects, such as pillows, eye masks, etc.
read moreCreate your own soft little friends and sculptures! Learn how to transform natural wool fibers into soft sculptures and hand-made fabric with basic needle-felting and wet-felting techniques.
read moreLearn the ancient Japanese art of Shibori (tie-dye) using an organic natural indigo bath. It’s the bluest of all blues. Dye fabric, a bandana and a t-shirt.
read moreCalling all fashion designers! Learn the basics of machine and hand sewing while designing and creating one-of-a-kind special design pieces. We'll explore simple silhouettes using woven fabrics for tops and skirts. We'll also touch on closures such as zippers, buttons, elastic and more.
read morePlay with cardboard, paint and sewing textures while learning all about bugs! We'll create wereable art and costumes. Let's attach giant legs and move around the hallways eating aphids and visiting flowers. Each student will pick out their bug and collect all sorts of information about it. Does your bug have hair on its legs? […]
read moreWho doesn't love the idea of knitting a horse, unicorn, or other four-legged friends? With plain or fancy stitches, they'll be as unique as you are. We'll provide the knitting needles and yarn for you!
read moreLearn how to crochet and make a crossbody bag: great for holding a water bottle, phone, or other treasures!
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