Learn this fun technique and your imagination will do the rest. The possibilities , design and application will create gorgeous patterns, from just a few colors and single design to overlays and multiple patterns. Print note carts, make an Art print ready to hang, or print your own quilt squares or pieces of fabric to sew. You can print journal covers or just have fun experimenting. 

This class will be hosted off-site at the home of the instructor. Directions to the home will be provided after registration.

Skill Level: Beginner

Instructor: Camille Daunno (Read Camille's bio)

Members: $50

Non-members: $60

Materials Fee: $10 cash or venmo (collected at time of workshop)

Materials Provided by instructor: Acrylic paint, silcone mats to work on, paper for test prints, Brayers, stencils, fabric squares 3 Gelli plates to share

Student should bring: Gelli plate, extra fabric squares, stencil of choice, apron, lunch for a break

Learn about our cancellation & COVID policies here: Workshop Policies

This introductory class provides an overview of Sashiko, the Japanese stitching and mending practice, and guides beginners in gaining basic skills and knowledge to apply this practice to both functional and decorative goods. This class is a prerequisite to the other classes in the series. Participants will learn to stitch a basic Sashiko geometric pattern, making a coaster or patch by class end.

Members: $50

Non members: $60

Instructor: Gail Clement (Read Gail's bio)

Materials fee: $35

Materials supplied by teacher: Supply kit containing Sashiko needle 2-pack, Palm thimble, Finger Cots , Coron naturally-dyed thick Sashiko thread on bobbin (24 m approx) , Yokota medium Sashiko thread (40 m), Daruma 20/4 thin Sashiko thread(40 m), 3 Fabric samples (Sarashi cotton; Kaufman Essex cotton/linen blend; thrifted linen 1 Lined water soluble transfer, Preprinted Washout Fabric

Materials students should bring: Embroidery snips and straight edge

Learn about our cancellation & COVID policies here: Workshop Policies

Building on basic skills gained in “Introduction to Sashiko, a Japanese Stitching Practice”, we will explore the Moyozashi Sashiko style based on continuous line patterns. This workshop introduces the history and development of Moyozashi, surveys traditional patterns using this style, and applies this stitching practice on pre-printed fabric. Participants will also have the opportunity to design their own Moyozashi pattern and at least start stitching a coaster or patch. Participants with equivalent Sashiko skills covered in “Introduction to Sashiko, a Japanese Stitching Practice” must purchase the materials kit accompanying that introductory workshop. Participants who have completed in “Introduction to Sashiko, a Japanese Stitching Practice“ need to purchase the add-on supplies specific to Moyozashi ($15).

Members: $50

Non members: $60

Instructor: Gail Clement (Read Gail's bio)

Materials fee: $15 (to be collected day of workshop)

Materials supplied by teacher: Moyozashi add-on supply kit

Materials students could bring: Embroidery scissors and ruler

Learn about our cancellation & COVID policies here: Workshop Policies

If you have been interested in natural dyeing but are overwhelmed by all the terminology, preparation and techniques this class is for you. Learn all about natural dyes, mordants, pH, how to prepare your fiber for dyeing as well as how the indigo vat works. You will also learn about some easy natural dye plants to grow in your garden and what equipment and supplies you need to get started on your natural dye journey. This is a lecture only class, you will not be dyeing, but after this class you will be prepared to join one of the study groups or take a hands on natural dye class.

Level: Beginner

Instructor: Joyce Tromba (Read Joyce's bio)

Members: $35

Non members: $45

Materials fee: $0

Materials provided by instructor: Handout

Materials students should bring: Notebook

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Build up a firm foundation for one of three distinct gourd and pumpkin shapes: A squat, mini-pumpkin, a tall gourd, and a round squash on which to needle felt fine details. Learn why eyes are the most important for guiding an expression, and how different eye and pupil positions tell different stories. Needle a variety of noses to fit both the gourd shape and the overall expression. Add a wide grin, a pouting lip, and a devious smirk to round out these extreme facial expressions. Then and add more details to enhance the eyes with shading and bloodshot details.

Level: Beginner/Intermediate (should have some basic needle felting experience, skill focus will be on needle felting facial expressions)

Instructor: Claudia Lemacks (Read Claudia's bio)

Members: $50

Non-Members: $60

Materials fee: $12 cash or card (collected at time of workshop)

Materials provided by instructor: Foam felting pad, needles, core wool and colored wool (as you choose)

Students should bring: If you have a felting pad you like you can bring it, Bring a snack for yourself or to share. Short break for snack or lunch.

Learn about our cancellation & COVID policy here: Workshop Policies

Socks are fun, and fast, to knit and make great gifts.

This class is for knitters who want to knit socks, especially in time for holiday gift-giving to self or others. The instructor is the creator, author and designer of two collections of the original sock-of-the-month pattern collections and journals [The Sock Calendar: Socks for all Seasons and The Sock Journal: Knit the Year in Socks] and has been demystifying and teaching sock knitting and design for many years.

The class especially welcomes first-time sock knitters who have been intimidated by sock patterns in the past. The only requirement is the ability to knit and purl. We will work with double-point needles but students who prefer knitting via the "magic loop" method and are comfortable with it are welcome. The instructor has written a user-friendly pattern for a simple crew sock, using sport-weight yarn, and matching miniature ornament version, so students can see results sooner than if knitting in thinner, sock-weight yarn. There are multiple ways to knit this pattern so students can select the process they prefer. The goal is to make any knitter comfortable with the process and understand any sock patterns, and have fun in the process.

Level: Beginner

Instructor: Catherine Wingate (Read Catherine's bio)

Members: $100

Non members: $120

Materials fee:  No materials fee for this workshop

Materials Provided: Written pattern for Everybody Wants Socks! crew sock and matching small ornament-sized version.

Materials students should bring: Students should bring sport-weight yarn and size 5 double-point knitting needles. The pattern, and all the socks in the photo, were knitted with Knit Picks' Wool of the Andes sport weight yarn (137 yards per 50 gram skein). Three skeins were used to make a pair of adult women's M/L or men's S/M crew socks.

Learn about our cancellation & COVID policy here: Workshop Policies

This introductory class provides an overview of Sashiko, the Japanese stitching and mending practice, and guides beginners in gaining basic skills and knowledge to apply this practice to both functional and decorative goods. This class is a prerequisite to the other classes in the series. Participants will learn to stitch a basic Sashiko geometric pattern, making a coaster or patch by class end.

Members: $50

Non members: $60 

Instructor: Gail Clement (Read Gail's bio)

Materials fee: $35 cash or venmo (to be collected day of workshop)

Materials supplied by teacher: Supply kit containing Sashiko needle 2-pack, Palm thimble, Finger Cots , Coron naturally-dyed thick Sashiko thread on bobbin (24 m approx) , Yokota medium Sashiko thread (40 m), Daruma 20/4 thin Sashiko thread(40 m), 3 Fabric samples (Sarashi cotton; Kaufman Essex cotton/linen blend; thrifted linen 1 Lined water soluble transfer, Preprinted Washout Fabric

Materials students should bring: Embroidery snips and straight edge

Learn about our cancellation & COVID policies here: Workshop Policies

This immersive 3.5-hour lecture and hands-on workshop introduces fiber artists to the rich cultural traditions and contemporary applications of *Sashiko* (a decorative reinforcement stitching technique) and *Boro* (the art of patchwork mending). We'll begin with a visual lecture exploring the historical context of these Japanese practices, examining their origins in rural necessity, their evolution into aesthetic expression, and their recent resurgence within the slow fashion and sustainability movements. Participants will gain an understanding of the symbolic meaning, regional variation, and technical structure behind traditional Sashiko patterns, while also engaging in a discussion about how visible mending serves as both a practical and political act in textile work today.

Following the lecture, artists will shift into a guided hands-on session, where they’ll practice basic Sashiko stitching techniques, experiment with layered Boro-style patchwork, and explore methods for creatively repairing or embellishing worn textiles. Each participant will work on a personal project—either mending a pre-loved garment or creating a new sample—using provided materials or their own fabric scraps. The small class size allows for personalized instruction, critical dialogue, and experimentation with how these techniques can be integrated into each artist’s broader fiber practice. No prior experience with Sashiko is necessary, though basic hand stitching familiarity is helpful.

Members: $50

Non members: $60

Instructor: Gail Clement (Read Gail's bio)

Materials fee: $30 cash or venmo (to be collected day of event)

Materials supplied by teacher: Japanese fabric swatches, sashiko threads, sashiko needles, stencils, marking pens, adhesive stitching transfers

Materials students could bring: Embroidery snips, straight edge, pin cushion and pins, cotton or linen item to be mended (optional)

Learn about our cancellation & COVID policies here: Workshop Policies

We will learn about felting over a wire armature, attaching the wings, beak and eyes. you will leave with a life size Chickadee to perch in your home.

Level: Beginner/Intermediate (should have some basic needle felting experience)

Instructor: Claudia Lemacks (Read Claudia's bio)

Members: $50

Non-Members: $60

Materials fee: $12 cash or card (collected at time of workshop)

Materials provided by instructor: Foam felting pad, needles, core wool and various colors, clay beak and glass eyes

Students should bring: If you have a felting pad that you like you may bring it, also you may want to bring a snack for yourself or to share. We will have a short break for snack or lunch.

Learn about our cancellation & COVID policy here: Workshop Policies

 Take a deep dive into Natural Dyeing on cellulose and protein fibers.   Learn to successfully use natural dyes to produce clear, long lasting colors on a variety of fibers. You will learn the important steps of fiber preparation: scouring and mordanting that is so important in achieving good results with natural dyes. We will the extract our dyes from the raw plant materials, dye the fibers and finally explore post dye modification and over dyeing which extends the range of hues from our primary colors. We will make 12 different dye baths to get a rainbow of colors.

This series requires some knowledge of the chemistry of natural dyeing. If you are a beginner please take the Introduction to Natural Dyeing offered the week before this class.

We will provide all the materials, dyes, adjuncts and equipment as well as a detailed handout.

 Level: Informed Beginners (see above)

Instructors: Joyce Tromba & Denise Arcuri (Read Joyce & Denise's bios)

Members: $300

Non members: $360

Materials fee: $50-60 dollars, we will calculate the exact amount at the end of the series.

Materials provided by instructor: Cotton and silk fabric, wool yarn, plants, extracts, equipment, mordants, modifiers, detailed instructions

Materials students should bring: Dye plants (optional). Please contact instructors if you have questions about what to bring.

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Learn to make wet felted beads and Sushi roll beads out of wool. (I will bring pre-made wool beads to use in the assembly.) While the beads you made are drying you will to assemble your car air freshener with my wool beads, other beads and buttons. Making one is never enough, so you will take home supplies to make another. They make great stocking stuffers or small gifts. 2 sessions will be offered of this popular class. Scented essential oils will be used for fragrance in this project. Some options provided, you are welcome to bring your own! See you there!

Level: Beginner

Instructor: Claudia Lemacks (Read Claudia's bio)

Members: $50

Non-Members: $60

Materials fee: $20 cash or card (collected at time of workshop)

Materials provided by instructor: I will bring everything that you need to make these, plus extra to take home.

Students should bring:  If you have a felting pad that you like you may bring it. Also bring an old bath towel and hand towel, and a medium size bowl for water.  Optional: you favorite scented essential oils for fragrance. Snacks are also optional.

Learn about our cancellation & COVID policy here: Workshop Policies

Level: Intermediate (Students should know how to spin yarn on a spinning wheel. Beginners are welcome, but some skill is needed.)

Members: $50

Non members: $60

Instructor: Silver Davin (Read Silver's bio)

Materials fee: $40 cash, credit card, venmo, or paypal (to be paid on day of workshop)

Materials supplied by teacher: 3+ oz crazy art batt and a spool of core yarn. There will be many different colorways to choose from.

Materials students could bring: You'll need to bring your spinning wheel. Please bring a jumbo flier if you have one; the bigger your wheel's orifice, the better!

Learn about our cancellation & COVID policies here: Workshop Policies

This class will have you designing a bowl or vase using the silk paper technique. It’s not paper at all but silk fibers, silk hankies and roving wool. You can add twigs, leaves and other fibers to create something that is organically your own design and interpretation of the project.

This class will be hosted off-site at the home of the instructor. Directions to the home will be provided after registration.

Skill Level: All

Instructor: Camille Daunno (Read Camille's bio)

Members: $50

Non-members: $60

Materials Fee: $15 (collected at time of workshop)

Materials Provided by instructor: Roving wool( natural colors,white,grey), Silk fibers and silk hankies, Birch twigs, leaves, Bowl form, Netting, glue, Water containers, soap, spray bottles

Student should bring: A large towel

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Delve deeper into the art of standing wool! Standing wool was popular before the Industrial Revolution as a thrifty way to use up extra scraps and create rugs for the home. However, this technique fell out of use during the advent of machine-made products because the slow, handmade process is impossible to recreate using automation or machinery. Standing wool rugs are also called quilled wool rugs or quillies. This technique can be used to create rugs, trivets, coasters, and of course, wall art!

You will learn:

• How to sew embellishments onto base coils
• How to create alternative shapes beyond coils (teardrops, zig zags)
• How to create surface patterns with stitching
• How to back your finished work

You should already know:

• How to create a basic coil using a whip stitch
• How to create a basic coil with hidden stitches
• How to bind multiple coils together
• How to add strips to a base coil

You can review the basic techniques here: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PL6xfvckuZ7tay6E1oArJ0f6MhEUaQRkXV&si=f7oOiwM2myn5mjww

Level: Intermediate

Members: $50

Non members: $60

Instructor: Amy Reader (Read Amy's bio)

Materials fee: $25

Materials supplied by teacher: All supplies provided: strips of felt, embroidery floss, and needle to keep. Scissors to share.

Materials students could bring: N/a

Learn about our cancellation & COVID policies here: Workshop Policies

We will knit a traditional, decorative stocking to hold small gifts from family and Santa, and self. This is a timeless, classic pattern for those wanting to continue, or start, a holiday tradition. 

Pattern instruction, and support, for shorter versions and a matching 4" tall ornament are included in the pattern and class instruction. [The small ornament makes a nice, fast-to-knit, unique gift.] Students will have options in and after the class for future projects. 

The pattern (featured in a book by the instructor) is for the December stocking featured in "The Sock Journal: Knit the Year in Socks" and can be seen online on Ravelry at link below: 

https://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/hearth--tree-holiday-stocking 

Level: Beginner/Intermediate (advanced beginner knitting skills required.)

Instructor: Catherine Wingate (Read Catherine's bio)

Members: $100

Non members: $120

Materials fee:  No materials fee for this workshop

Materials Provided: The instructor will provide hard-copies of the pattern and some knitting notions for use in class (e.g., stitch markers, jotting pads, darning needles to sew toe closed, etc.) but students are also encouraged to bring their own favorites like preferred cable holders, etc.

Materials students should bring: 

To knit the 14" stocking: 

• approximately 320 yards of worsted weight yarn 
• set of 5mm/US size 8 double pointed knitting needles 
• set of 4.5mm/US size 7 double pointed knitting needles for the ribbing 
• stitch and row markers (or scrap yarn, jump rings, large safety pins, paper clips, etc.), cable holders 

Students who only want to knit the ornament, or knit it first, will need approximately 50 yards of fingering weight yarn and a set of 2.75mm/US size 2 double pointed knitting needles. 

Note from instructor: The stocking shown in the Ravelry site photo used Heirloom Easy Care 12 (50g/72 yds). The yarn has since been discontinued but yarnsellers can easily recommend suitable substitutes. The stocking is not a fitted garment so achieving an exact gauge isn't critical. This is a "forgiving" pattern. It is designed to allow horizontal stretch without distortion when holding small gifts but also handsome if holding fewer items or as simply a decorative item. 

Registered students with questions are welcome to contact the instructor for further information at clkngo@aol.com.

Learn about our cancellation & COVID policy here: Workshop Policies

This introductory class provides an overview of Sashiko, the Japanese stitching and mending practice, and guides beginners in gaining basic skills and knowledge to apply this practice to both functional and decorative goods. This class is a prerequisite to the other classes in the series. Participants will learn to stitch a basic Sashiko geometric pattern, making a coaster or patch by class end.

Members: $50

Non members: $60 

Instructor: Gail Clement (Read Gail's bio)

Materials fee: $40 cash or venmo (to be collected day of workshop)

Materials supplied by teacher: Supply kit containing Sashiko needle 2-pack, Palm thimble, Finger Cots , Coron naturally-dyed thick Sashiko thread on bobbin (24 m approx) , Yokota medium Sashiko thread (40 m), Daruma 20/4 thin Sashiko thread(40 m), 3 Fabric samples (Sarashi cotton; Kaufman Essex cotton/linen blend; thrifted linen 1 Lined water soluble transfer, Preprinted Washout Fabric

Materials students should bring: Embroidery snips and straight edge

Learn about our cancellation & COVID policies here: Workshop Policies

Mixed Media Batik Design on Fabric

Get ready for a full day of pure fun and creativity. Learn new techniques and challenge the Artist in you. No experience necessary. If you’ve ever wanted to be a designer or just expand the skills you already have this this class is for you. In this full day workshop you will learn how to design and paint fabric using melted crayons and dyes. You will begin with using fabric dyes and overlaying your design with wax (melted crayons) then dyeing it again. The patterns and colors are gorgeous and you will have an amazing hand designed piece of wearable art or fabric for your own personal use. I will provide the special brushes needed for using this wax technique as well as a heat gun to melt the crayons. When your piece is dry, you simply iron off the wax, rinse the dyes and you’re done. Create as many as time permits.

This class will be hosted off-site at the home of the instructor. Directions to the home will be provided after registration.

Skill Level: Beginner

Instructor: Camille Daunno (Read Camille's bio)

Members: $100

Non-members: $120

Materials Fee: $20 cash or venmo (collected at time of workshop)

Materials Provided by instructor: Silk dyes, fabric markers, paper to create a practice design, crayons for melting, silk scarf, cut pieces of fabric, gloves, specialty brushes, paper to iron out wax, pencils, scissors, water containers, mixing trays and resources to create a design.

Student should bring: A heat gun if you have one (don’t buy one), iron, lunch for the break, apron as the dyes will stain your clothes, rubber gloves (I have disposable ones)

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Learn to make a book with a wooden cover in this one and a half day class. On day one we will prep our boards and text block and on day two we will sew the Coptic binding. It would be helpful if you have some previous bookbinding experience. Please contact me if you have any questions at joycetromba@gmail.com

Level: Intermediate

Instructor: Joyce Tromba (Read Joyce's bio)

Members: $150

Non Members: $180

Materials fee: $30 cash or check (paid the day of workshop)

Materials provided by instructor: All supplies are provided: wood, stain, sandpaper, linen thread, paper for text pages, bookmaking kit

Students should bring: If you have your own book making tools feel free to bring them but a bookmaking kit will be available for you to use.

Learn about our cancellation & COVID policy here: Workshop Policies

Drawing and Designing Patterns for Handwork

In this class you will learn how to draw simple line drawings to create patterns for embroidery, florals, quilting or any handwork. You will learn a skill which can be transferred to fabric, then stitched to create a one if a kind design. I will teach you how to draw, understand perspective, contour and design principles so your work will become a beautiful finished piece of Art. You will leave with a file filled with creative designs for future use. Please bring in a small embroidery hoop, needle and thread, and small scissors to practice some designs in class. You can also bring in a piece of clothing to embellish. Remember…it all starts with a good drawing. Challenge the designer in you and have some fun while learning a new skill.

This class will be hosted off-site at the home of the instructor. Directions to the home will be provided after registration.

Skill Level: Beginner

Instructor: Camille Daunno (Read Camille's bio)

Members: $100

Non-members: $120

Materials Fee: $10 cash or venmo (collected at time of workshop)

Materials Provided by instructor: Pencils, erasers, practice paper, drawing paper, fabric squares, embroidery thread, resource to sketch from, transfer paper, fabric markers.

Student should bring: Embroidery hoop, sewing scissors, needle and thread (your choice) a piece of clothing to work on if you want to, snack or something to eat for the break

Learn about our cancellation & COVID policies here: Workshop Policies

Have you ever admired heavily textured art yarns and wondered how to get started making some yourself? Or have you wanted gorgeous batts to use for a felting project but not known how to make them? In this class, we will be learning how to use a drum carder to create gorgeous art batts that are full of color and texture out of various fibers and mix-ins. You'll be able to use many different types of fiber in a myriad of colors as well as mix-ins ranging from angelina (fiber glitter) and strands of sari silk to feathers and yarn clippings to create your own one-of-a-kind art batt!

Level: Beginner

Members: $50

Non members: $60

Instructor: Silver Davin (Read Silver's bio)

Materials fee: $10 per oz of finished batt - cash, credit card, venmo, or paypal (to be paid on day of workshop)

Materials supplied by teacher: Various types of fiber (wool, alpaca, camel, silk, bamboo, etc) in a plethora of colors as well as a wide variety of mix-ins to add texture and interest to your batts.

Materials students could bring: Please bring yourself, your imagination, and a drum carder if you have one!

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Various colored yarns can be woven into handmade clay frames. Each frame has its own unique design. Participants will be taught how to weave a simple plain weave {over / under technique} inside the clay frame. The finished product is a wall hanging. With the distinctive one-of-a-kind design frame, participants can handpick from various balls of yarn to create the 9”x8” wall hanging. No weaving experience is necessary.

Level: Beginner

Instructor: Marilyn Haas-Haseman (Read Marilyn's bio)

Members: $100

Non members: $120

Materials fee:  $35 cash or check (to be paid day of workshop)

Materials Provided: Clay frame kits. Kit includes frame, yarn, needle

Materials students should bring: Scissors. Optional is any special THIN yarn you would like but not necessary

Learn about our cancellation & COVID policy here: Workshop Policies

This is an advanced beginner workshop that combines traditional quilting techniques with wearable art, teaching participants to craft an heirloom quality quilted vest featuring the classic sawtooth star pattern. Students will learn essential skills in piecing, pattern modification, quilting, and finishing techniques while creating a unique, functional garment.

Level: Intermediate

Instructor: Nichole Chigoy (Read Nichole's bio)

Members: $300

Non Members: $360

Materials fee: $20 cash, check, card or venmo (to be paid day of workshop)

Materials provided by instructor: Nichole will provide a vest pattern that has a bust size range from 30”- 43”. If you are outside of this range, Nichole can offer commercial vest pattern suggestions. $20 supply fee includes a paper pattern for sizes 30” - 43” bust.

Students should bring: 

• A well functioning sewing machine,
• Garment shears
• Thread snips
• Cutting mat
• Rotary cutter
• All purpose sewing machine
• thread
• Acrylic quilting ruler - I like 3” x 18”
• Fabric pencil or tailors chalk
• * 3/4 - 1 yard of lining - mid weight woven(non stretch) cotton or linen fabric. ½ yard total of 2 to 4 coordinating woven (non stretch) linen or cotton fabric pieces to use in the quilt square.
• * 3/4 - 1 yard of main fabric mid weight woven (non stretch) cotton or linen fabric. ¾ -1 yard of wool or cotton quilting batting ⅝ yard midweight cotton or linen (non stretch) fabric for binding 1-3 ¾’-1’ button
• Cotton embroidery or sashiko thread
• Quilting needles
• Approximately 5 yards of bias binding (can be made from fabric scraps or purchased.) 
• Thimble
• 8”-12” quilting hoop