In this workshop, students will learn the fundamentals of coil basketry by creating a small hand-stitched basket. We’ll cover how to start a base, shape the sides, and use simple stitching techniques to build structure and pattern. This class is suitable for beginners and anyone who enjoys working with their hands. All materials are provided, but if you have special yarns or fabric you’d like to incorporate, feel free to bring them along.

This will be a fun, engaging and hands-on opportunity to learn the wonderful art and craft of rug hooking.

Students will learn to hook various shapes and how to prepare the wool and yarn fiber. Different finishing techniques and design considerations will also be covered.

Sample kits ($25 fee) will be provided and are included in the cost of the class. They include an 8” x 8” design and all materials. Frames and hooks will be available for use and loan between classes.

In this class, students will learn the basics of wet felting to create a wearable piece of art. Using merino wool roving, soap, water, and a bit of elbow grease, you can create your own fabric and mold it into 3D form.

We will explore the use of a resist (plastic template) to create a seamless felted 3D shape. Students will be encouraged to create their own unique hat shape or can utilize provided templates. In addition to felting techniques, we will explore color and texture options to personalize your creation.

NOTE: Please bring two bath towels you don’t mind getting wet along with a garbage bag to transport home.

Shibori is a collection of ancient Chinese/Japanese resist dyeing techniques on fabric often dyed with indigo. This class will cover the 3 categories of techniques of resist:  Stitching, folding and clamping and pole wrapping.  We will spend each week on a different technique and a final open studio session to work on final projects. We will work on cotton and silk and several indigo vats of varying strengths. Shibori resists offer exploration full of mystery and surprise. Something magical happens in the process.

Students Bring:

pre-scoured fabric or scarves to sample techniques. A good source for both fabric and scarves is Dharma Trading.  https://www.dharmatrading.com. 

No synthetics.

Please do not bring clothing to dye. Our vats are not large enough to accommodate pieces of clothing.

Instuctor will also have some organic cotton bandanas for purchase.

Note: No class on November 27

Turn a canning jar into a beautiful luminary! In this workshop, students will learn how to stitch crochet lace and turn a flat panel into a three-dimensional wrap for a jar. Knowledge of basic crochet stitches and the ability to read a crochet pattern or pattern diagram will be helpful for this workshop. All tools and materials will be provided. Come and make a cozy, seasonal decoration that can be used with a real or electric tea light! 

Learn how to hand sew a sock monkey, just in time for the holidays! Sock monkeys are a delightful, fun, and special handmade gift you can give to just about anyone. Class will cover simple hand sewing techniques and tricks and tips for customizing your sock monkey. Students will leave with a pattern they can use to share the love and make future sock monkeys.

Come and have some whimsical fun creating your very own needle felted ornaments to bring some cheer into your holiday season! Make some for yourself or to give as gifts, or both! This is sure to be a wonderful way to spend a chilly December morning!

Many of us have a beloved clothing item with a hole or a stain that we can’t bear to throw away and don’t know how to mend. Many of us also don’t want to create more waste and add to overflowing landfills. In the past, wearing mended clothing was not acceptable but with the right skills mended clothes can be beautiful. This class is for anyone who wants to learn the basics so they can mend their own knitted items like socks, gloves, hats, sweaters, and more. Learn to repair a hole or snag in a knit item by darning, a simple woven type of mending. Learn how to inspect and assess a knit (or woven) item that needs repair.Learn how to select a needle, select yarn/thread, and tie a knot.

Learn running stitch, the backbone of mending! (If time and interest, backstitch (sesame seed) or blanket stitch).

Learn how to start, weave and finish a basic darn square with one or two colors using a mushroom or embroidery hoop.Practice or start darning an item that is ready for some attention!

Students can bring an item they would like to learn how to mend by darning.

All other materials included.