Learn the basics of machine sewing to alter and make your own clothes! Learn everything you need to get started including setting up and tending to your machine, safe practices, stitches, using patterns, and more. At the end of this class, leave with a clothing item that is tailored to fit you from a pattern of your choice. Instructor is bilingual in English and Spanish.
Come and create a small quilt using an African quilting technique which has been used for over 400 years. Kawandi quilts are created by hand-stitching scraps of fabric in a circular pattern that is approachable for all skill levels. Leave with a contemporary wall hanging, combining your personal aesthetic with this ancient craft.
Bring your well-loved clothes to this group session and learn how to mend them sustainably and stylishly! In this monthly session, you will learn how to bring new life back into your clothes through the art of mending.
Learn how to transform and personalize your wardrobe, art, and home through the art of embroidery! This class is designed for embroidery beginners and seasoned needle artists alike. Join us as we explore a variety of stitches and design techniques. Bring your own lightweight garments and fabrics from home to embellish, and we’ll provide a collection of resources to inspire your designs.
Bring your well-loved clothes to this group session and learn how to mend them sustainably and stylishly! In this monthly session, you will learn how to bring new life back into your clothes through the art of mending.
Felting is simple, creative, and cathartic work. You will explore basic wet felting techniques in our first session as well as finishing techniques and simple hand stitching in our second session, all while crafting a small wool pouch. Skills learned can easily be applied to future felting projects.