Explore the wonderful world of fabric printing with dye, which has wonderful color depth and infinite design possibilities. Learn the basics of textile repeat printing, how to mix fiber reactive dyes into a print paste, how make and print with stencils, use texture plates, and make and print stamps all while honing your compositional skills. […]
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 and a discharge chemical to take color out of previously dyed fabric. Your finished fabric will be perfect for quilting, garment sewing and home decorating.
read moreLearn how to sew a simple, a-line skirt from start to finish in an afternoon. You’ll learn how to alter and fit a pre-made skirt pattern to fit you perfectly. Sew it all together while learning tips and tricks on sewing darts, waistbands and zippers. This is the perfect class for garment sewing beginners and […]
read moreLearn how to apply two-dimensional needle felting techniques to make a felted portrait of your pet on fabric. With a printed out image of your pet, we will go through transferring an outline on fabric, filling in large shapes and adding in details with texture and layering. You’ll leave with a finished portrait of your […]
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 and a discharge chemical to take color out of previously dyed fabric. Your finished fabric will be perfect for quilting, garment sewing and home decorating.
read moreLearn to weave on a floor loom. You’ll enjoy warping demonstrations and plenty of practice time, along with tips for achieving smooth selvages and an even beat. Plan to design and complete at least one plain weave project—a rag rug, a scarf or a table runner. Returning students will take on more complex projects.
read moreLearn basic machine and hand-sewing techniques, then create a lined tote bag or small beginner project and a project of your choice with instructor guidance. You’ll learn how to take measurements, choose and follow a pattern, select and prep fabric, sew zippers, create buttonholes and make some simple adjustments to get a better fit.
read moreLearn the ancient craft of knitting! Students will learn to cast on, knit, purl and cast off to make a beginners project. We’ll also cover pattern reading, abbreviations, yarn and needle selection.
read moreLearn to weave on a floor loom. You’ll enjoy warping demonstrations and plenty of practice time, along with tips for achieving smooth selvages and an even beat. Plan to design and complete at least one plain weave project—a rag rug, a scarf or a table runner. Returning students will take on more complex projects.
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 pigment, dye, and discharge paste. This approach to printing will be immediate and simple. It is perfect for beginners or experienced fiber students. Your finished fabrics can be used in home […]
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 pigment, dye, and discharge paste. This approach to printing will be immediate and simple. It is perfect for beginners or experienced fiber students. Your finished fabrics can be used in home […]
read moreExplore the Ndebele beading stitch which is the traditional stitch of the South African Ndebele tribe, and is used to create colorful, geometric patterned beadwork. We’ll take seed beads and learn to form them into 3-D tubes to create draping, colorful necklaces of different colors and patterns.
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 moreThis class is a deep dive into Natural Dyes from the comfort of your kitchen. Together we will explore nature’s red, yellow, and blue dye sources to create a rainbow of fabric samples from plants– perfect for quilting, mask making, or future reference.
read moreLearn basic embroidery stitches and what they’re used for, then delve into some freeform creativity. Students will design their own pattern and may sew on clothing, totes, or cut fabric (the latter of which can then be attached to anything they want).
read moreLearn to weave on a portable frame loom. We’ll cover 2-selvedge warping and tapestry planning as well as tapestry techniques such as color blending, basic shape construction, eccentric weft, rya knots and more. Students will finish the class with a sampler and the ability to create a finished weaving.
read moreMindfulness is paying attention to what’s happening, what you’re doing, and the space you’re moving through. We’ll explore how combining art and nature can help you become more mindful. Enjoy the fun and relaxing benefits of making beautiful art inspired by nature!
read moreDiscover the wonders of color and cloth by exploring fabric dyes and tie-dye techniques. At the end of the week, we’ll use our collection of dyed fabric to create a tote bag using the sewing machine.
read moreExperiment with fiber as you weave small wall hangings, knit a small project and create fiber accessories. Take home all of your soft, one-of-a-kind projects at the end of the week!
read moreDiscover the wonder of silk painting. Imagine being able to take a beautiful painting off the wall and wear it for all to see. We’ll explore how the pure, transparent colors of the dyes and the luxurious drape of the silk combine to make this an exciting and creative medium.
read moreDiscover the wonder of silk painting. Imagine being able to take a beautiful painting off the wall and wear it for all to see. We’ll explore how the pure, transparent colors of the dyes and the luxurious drape of the silk combine to make this an exciting and creative medium.
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 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 moreDiscover the wonders of color and cloth by exploring fabric dyes and tie-dye techniques. At the end of the week, we’ll use our collection of dyed fabric to create a tote bag using the sewing machine.
read moreLearn a variety of hand embroidery stitches to create a small design, then transform it into a piece of unique, wearable art.
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