Print, Carve. Repeat: Hand Printing Techniques
Explore hand printing techniques on textiles and papers. You"ll become proficient using carving tools, block printing inks, as well as creating repeat patterns to produce a quality hand printed design. Basic supplies will be provided although students are welcome to bring favorite papers and fabrics for experimentation.
Yarn Bombing 101
Yarn bombing is the act of covering objects or structures with crocheted or knitted material. In this class, participants will learn techniques for creating crocheted and knitted pieces to wrap around structural objects both inside and out. The class includes a group field trip to an outdoor public place for a site-specific yarn installation. Participants should […]
Stitch Watercolor Meditations On Paper Workshop
Create a watercolor painting using a slow and mindful meditation process. Using watercolor paints, you will work your design on white or black watercolor paper using geometric and other design templates. You will also be working with different colored threads, papers and pens to work your design further. You will learn the punch hole method, […]
Painterly Contemporary Crochet Workshop
If you like Sheila Hicks, Anni Albers, Hundertwasser, Matisse, you’ll enjoy this class in color and stitching. Think of what attracts you in magazines and catalogs, and make vivid crochet needlework with the same appeal. Crochet slouchy string bags, gypsy coin pouches, mandalas, crowns, from basic and versatile crochet stitches, in splashes of color. Learn […]
Nature Printing Workshop
Celebrate the beauty of spring by gathering nature's bounty to create prints on papers and textiles. Experiment with flowers, herbs, leaves, grasses and more while learning printing techniques, heat setting application and composition. Materials and flora will be provided although students are welcome to bring additional delights. Bring a smock.
Shirret Crochet Workshop
Cut up old clothes, wiggle strips onto a special crochet needle, then crochet chain stitches of twine to make glorious textiles. Easier than braiding and faster than hooking, Shirret Crochet costs almost nothing to do. Shirret (rhymes with hurray) brings years of creative pleasure and a good way to recycle fabrics. “Shirret” them into thick, […]
Sew A Tote Bag Workshop
Step by step directions make it easy to design and sew a lined tote bag for craft supplies, beach outings, shopping and more. Students will master basic hemming, lining and box corner techniques. Machines will be provided although students may supply their own. Basic machine sewing experience is required.
Sewing Home Accessories
Students will master basic machine and hand sewing techniques, including hemming, fabric selection, mitered corners and pillow piping. Gain experience using a rotary cutter and cutting matt. Project choices are an envelope pillow, apron, decorative table runner and zippered pouch. This class is suitable for beginning and established sewers who may need a refresher course. Machines are provided although […]
Needle Felted Butterflies Workshop
Welcome spring into your space by creating wool butterflies using the process of needle felting also know as wool sculpting. In this class we will use a basic “painting” technique to bring out the vibrancy of the butterfly wings. Put your own spin on this project by creating a butterfly of your design or you […]
