Hand block printing has been around for over 3,000 years. In this class, you will get an introduction to the basics of an Indian technique of printing on fabric with hand-carved wooden blocks. You will learn three basic techniques from instructor Katrina Ulrich of Marigold Arts and Adventures, practicing on 3 pieces of cotton, then print…

Learn two fascinating techniques in one class! Felt a beautiful table runner or wall hanging using wool from local sheep. Layer naturally colored fibers on silk fabric, then add texture and color with a variety of embellishing techniques, including silk paper you make in class. Add your own creative touches for a one-of-a-kind felted accessory.…

***This event requires NO registration! However, you can enter your information if you would like us to know you’re coming. *** Come as you are and bring a knitting project — whether you’re in the middle of one, or have a project you’ve been meaning to start.  If you don’t knit, bring your crochet or…

***This event requires NO registration! Just come if you can and enjoy. Molly Sanford and Dana Vannen Anderson are on a quest to rescue your goods from the landfill. On the first Saturday of the month, join a community of repair-driven folks and learn how to restore items rather than throw them away. Drop in…

A basic Tunisian crochet stitch is like a cross between crochet and weaving that produces a waffle-like texture. In this class, we will explore other versions of this stitch, including an airy double crochet stitch, full stitch, smock stitch, and a striping technique. You can make your stitched samples into individual squares or one long sampler.…

This class will explore how the fibers from different fiber breeds spin, and different characteristics of various fiber breeds. We will play with spinning different breeds and fibers from our local fibershed using handmade wooden drop spindles, which students will get to keep for future spinning.  We will experiment and play with fibers from local breeds…

Inkle loom weaving is easier than you may think and it is a great way to start weaving. There are endlessly fascinating weavings that can be created on an Inkle loom. The bands woven on an Inkle loom are versatile and very useful. This type of weaving has been around for centuries.  In this class…

***This event requires NO registration! However, you can enter your information if you would like us to know you’re coming. *** Come as you are and bring a knitting project — whether you’re in the middle of one, or have a project you’ve been meaning to start.  If you don’t knit, bring your crochet or…

***This event requires NO registration! However, you can enter your information if you would like us to know you’re coming. *** Come as you are and bring a knitting project — whether you’re in the middle of one, or have a project you’ve been meaning to start.  If you don’t knit, bring your crochet or…

We’re excited to welcome back Karen Englebretson for another needle felting class. In this fast-paced class, you will learn to needle felt a three-dimensional chickadee from core wool and apply lifelike characteristics using merino prefelt and merino roving. You will also learn finishing details for glass bead eyes, mounting, and hanging as an ornament. Participants…

Students will learn everything they need to build their own tufting practice at home from fiber artist Meg Brunston. They will start with the basics of applying fabric to the frame, leading into designing and tufting a piece, and finishing the piece with backing cloth and commercial grade adhesive. They will receive tips and tricks to…

***This event requires NO registration! However, you can enter your information if you would like us to know you’re coming. *** Come as you are and bring a knitting project — whether you’re in the middle of one, or have a project you’ve been meaning to start.  If you don’t knit, bring your crochet or…

Explore the fundamentals of the ancient technique of wet felting. Using modern materials, learn to lay out wool, the steps to create quality felt, and build a foundation for more complex felting projects. This is a great class for beginners and those who’d like to improve their felt-making skills. Students will go home with two…

***This event requires NO registration! However, you can enter your information if you would like us to know you’re coming. *** Come as you are and bring a knitting project — whether you’re in the middle of one, or have a project you’ve been meaning to start.  If you don’t knit, bring your crochet or…

Bring your sewing machine and build confidence in your sewing skills while learning to make your own lined zipper pouch. Instructor Lynn Berens will guide you through the process of cutting fabric, ironing, and sewing your bag. Students will make a fully lined zipper bag that measures approximately 5“ x 7“. The bag also has…

***This event requires NO registration! However, you can enter your information if you would like us to know you’re coming. *** Come as you are and bring a knitting project — whether you’re in the middle of one, or have a project you’ve been meaning to start.  If you don’t knit, bring your crochet or…

***This event requires NO registration! Just come if you can and enjoy. Molly Sanford and Dana Vannen Anderson are on a quest to rescue your goods from the landfill. On the first Saturday of the month, join a community of repair-driven folks and learn how to restore items rather than throw them away. Drop in…

In this class, students will learn to carve simple nordic-inspired designs on linoleum blocks and use permanent fabric inks to print the design on their fabric. By using a variety of design elements and shapes and colors in the printing process, a simple design can become a unique work of art for the table or…

Students will learn rug hooking with wool fabric strips on a linen backing to create a beautiful landscape design. Topics covered will include: hooking straight and curved lines; using hard and soft edges; and understanding atmospheric perspective. At the end of the day, students will leave with a hooked 4-by-6-inch landscape ready to be framed,…

Create a woven scarf on a rigid heddle loom! In this two-session workshop, learn to warp a loom, wind a shuttle, hem stitch, weave and discuss troubleshooting on the first day. During the second session learn several fringe options and how to wet finish. Discuss how to plan for future projects on the loom including determining…

***This event requires NO registration! However, you can enter your information if you would like us to know you’re coming. *** Come as you are and bring a knitting project — whether you’re in the middle of one, or have a project you’ve been meaning to start.  If you don’t knit, bring your crochet or…

Join knit and crochet designer Cara Corey for a beginning crochet class, in which you will learn how to construct a sturdy basket with leather handles (perfect for storing craft supplies, toys or other household items) with felted wool rope and your fingers rather than a crochet hook. No crochet experience is required. These baskets…