Get the basics of sewing by learning about machine maintenance, seam ripping, fabric stabilizing, fabric types and more as you learn these fundamental sewing skills. Walk away with an introductory understanding of how to sew your own wearables and handmade objects.
Craft your very own handmade travel-sized notebooks by creating book cloth covers with fabric. You’re encouraged to bring sentimental fabrics to create a one-of-a-kind usable keepsake object that is uniquely meaningful to use on your next adventure.
Learn freestyle embroidery basics to create flowing, dynamic compositions inspired by the plants in GoggleWorks’ Gardens at Lauer’s Park. We will focus on the repetitive nature of the process while listening to meditative music. Leave this class with a hand stitched cheat sheet of all the basic stitches, and multiple hoops of your own flowery designs.
Learn to sew a stylish and functional Japanese cross-back apron. Designed for an intermediate student or confident beginner, this class requires basic sewing skills and will help you build confidence while creating a comfortable, slip-on apron – perfect for cooking, crafting, or gifting! Instructor is bilingual in English and Spanish
Enroll your homeschooled child in this class designed to get children exploring fibers! We will work with a wide variety of materials using an array of techniques, including felting and embroidery.
Join us for a fun, beginner-friendly sewing class in this Maker Date where you’ll learn to make cozy fabric coasters while you enjoy beer, wine, and lite fare. Bring your creativity and leave with handmade charm for your home!
Tuition fee covers one individual; you must register each person attending.
Learn about the simplicity and complexity of itajime shibori, with its limitless possibilities for creativity and pattern. We will use procion dyes in cool colors and you will leave with a collection of samples as well as one finished piece suitable for wearing or gifting. We will discuss how the samples can be used as the basis for other projects, or these pieces can be used in the upcoming shibori workshop for further experimentation. No previous experience needed! Be dressed to work with materials that can stain.
Take your skills to the next level and learn to make an elegant Tie Dress by Sewing Therapy. We’ll guide you through assembling the PDF pattern, choosing the right size, and sewing your own beautifully draped dress with ties at the shoulder or neckline. This class is perfect for confident fiber artists ready to build their garment-making skills with a stylish and versatile piece. Instructor is bilingual in English and Spanish.
Design and sew your own custom baseball cap in this fun and practical sewing project. You’ll learn essential sewing techniques while creating a stylish, personalized accessory that fits just right. Perfect for crafters of all levels looking to expand their skills and wardrobe.
Looking to knock it out of the park? Join us for Turn a Baseball Bat for a complete set to get your game on!
Join us for a beginner friendly felting Maker Date with your loved one or best friend! Enjoy beer, wine, and lite fare as you learn simple needle felting techniques while creating a small spring inspired landscape.
Tuition fee covers one individual; you must register each person attending.
Learn about indigo and create a series of stitched samples to create patterns that echo the beauty of nature. We will explore mokume, ori-nui and variations, and karamatsu shibori. If you participated in a previous shibori workshop, those samples can be brought back and overdyed in indigo. Despite the stunning detail of these patterns, each relies on the simplest of stitches, so no previous needlework experience is required. Leave with a collection of samples as well as one finished piece suitable for wearing or gifting. We will discuss how these pieces can be used as the basis for other projects. Be dressed to get blue!