Learn 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 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 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 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 moreThis class is for you if you know how to do basic knitting (cast on/cast off, knit/purl, maybe increase/decrease), but have never knitted from a chart before! We will cover why charts are an incredible time-saver and simplifier in knitting, and learn how to read both lace or texture and colorwork charts. At the end […]
read moreFiber passes through the hands as a tether into deep ritual, relationship, and memory of shared labor. In Wool Spinning as Ritual, we will situate wool into our ecologic, historic, and social contexts, and trust the material as teacher. We will learn to spin wool in its most elemental form, becoming familiar with simple but […]
read moreIn this beginners' course, learn the basics of machine sewing. First, you'll learn how to set up a machine and practice using it. Once you feel comfortable with simple machine sewing, you'll have the opportunity to sew a tote bag to apply your new skills. Through the construction of the tote bag, students will learn […]
read moreCreate something beautiful and useful! Learn to weave several baskets using reed, seagrass, and natural materials.
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 moreUsing Julia's signature "carry-all" pattern, make a unique bag that combines function and style in a contemporary carpetbag design. Julia based her pattern on a WWI red cross knitting bag in the Valentine Museum collection and uses it every day for everything from beach visits to market runs and days in the office.
read moreCome and make art side by side as a family. Families will explore a new medium each week and create a beautiful project together. Work together to create a stuffed pillow doll. Use fabric markers, fabric, stuffing, and your imagination to create a doll!
read moreLearn the basics of basketry with an emphasis on using the techniques to make 3D sculptural forms. We will cover the basics of weaving and dyeing with reed, coiling with raffia, and looping with waxed thread. We will use these skills as the starting point for thinking about baskets as sculptures. Plan to leave class […]
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 moreExplore the possibilities of the embroidery stitch in order to create shaped weavings. We will learn three weaving stitch variations to create a sampler and take what we've learned to design and finish an embroidery weaving on canvas.
read moreLearn how to create simple patterns using a frame loom. Students will review some frame loom weaving basics, including warping and plain weave. Weaving will include two shuttles to create twill and chevron patterns, exploring how small variations can create different pattern effects.
read moreThis is a beginner-level course that will teach you the basics of crochet. You'll learn how to start a new project, several basic stitches, and create a basic granny square using these techniques. You will leave this course with at least one granny square and the knowledge to make more.
read moreLearn the ancient craft of knitting! You 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 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 moreLearn how to crochet! We will learn basic stitches through projects that the students can take home with them. Starting with the most basic single crochet, all the way to fancier stitches like the lemon peel stitch and linked double crochet. You'll learn how to stitch in a straight line, over a 3-D object, and […]
read moreImprov quilting is quilting with freedom in mind. Beginning a quilt with no real concept, quilters will spin the fabric into an ever-evolving fabric tapestry. We’ll dive into improv quilting blocks of our own while talking about the pioneers of this technique (Rosie Lee Tompkins, Quilters of Gee’s Bend, Etc.)
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 moreDo you want to learn to quilt or change your approach to quilting? We’ll cover contemporary quilt design and technique. You’ll learn about piecing, applique and machine quilting. You’ll leave with a finished wall or lap quilt.
read moreLearn to weave and make a cute little basket—perfect for gifts, your work desk, kitchen catch-all, and more!
read moreLearn the basics of felting and create your own fuzzy ornament to take home or give to a loved one! We will go over the skills needed to turn a pile of wool into a felted shape, and you'll leave the class with a hand-crafted soft ornament.
read moreExplore working with leather by crafting unique tassels. Learn about the origins of tassels, modern uses and how to incorporate symbolism into their design. Use leather and sewing tools to cut, twist, wrap, emboss, perforate, and shape leather into ornamental tassels of all shapes and sizes.
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