Fibers

Jul 19, 2023

Weaving on a Floor Loom – Beginning Weaving

Learn to weave on the Crafts Center’s new Schacht Baby Wolf looms! You will first be introduced to reading a simple weaving draft. After discussing the interaction of weaving colors… 

Jul 19, 2023

Weaving on a Floor Loom – The Weekend Scarf [Workshop]

Are you interested in learning how to weave on a floor loom, but haven’t had the chance? In this fast-paced class, learn how to wind a warp, dress the loom,… 

Jul 19, 2023

Spinning 101

Learn to make yarn from various fibers using hand spindles and the Crafts Center’s new treadled wheels. Other skills will include preparing fiber for spinning, finishing yarn, and the basics… 

Jul 19, 2023

Spindle Spinning for Beginners [Workshop]

Learn to make yarn on a hand spindle, an ancient tool that’s still in use. The combination of a spindle’s portability and its ability to make very fine and very… 

Jul 19, 2023

Needle Felting [Workshop]

Learn the craft of needle felting by making a bold and colorful 2″ wide cuff bracelet or brooch. The craft of needle felting is the process of embedding colorful wool roving… 

Jul 19, 2023

Jumbo Yarn Blanket [Workshop]

Make a super cozy throw blanket with nothing but your own hands! Bulky weight yarn will be provided in limited colors but can also be purchased at local craft stores.… 

Jul 19, 2023

Introduction to Sewing

Start sewing! Learn about selecting fabric, reading the printed pattern, laying out and cutting fabric, and using a sewing machine to make a simple garment. You will be learning to… 

Jul 19, 2023

Fabric Jewelry [Workshop]

Make fun necklaces, bracelets or pins using recycled tie-dyed T-shirts. When cut, rolled, and glued into colorful shapes they are transformed into unique jewelry. This is a fun and easy… 

Jul 19, 2023

Embroidered Portraits

Learn to paint portraits entirely out of thread. Using basic embroidery and stitching techniques, you’ll learn to transfer images from photo or sketch to fabric and learn to transfer colors… 

Jul 19, 2023

Continuing Crochet: Granny Squares

Learn some more challenging crochet skills through Granny Squares! Multiple granny square motifs will be taught, and you will be able to choose what you make by how you connect… 

Jul 19, 2023

Beginning Crochet

Learn the basics of crochet to make your very own scarf or bag! You will learn the basic techniques including chain, single crochet, slip stitch, and how to read a… 

Jul 19, 2023

Beaded Embroidery [Workshop]

Make a unique beaded pin using a large focal bead surrounded by smaller beads. No pre-planning is necessary. The process is impromptu using the beads and colors you choose. The… 

Jul 19, 2023

Atmospheric Silk Scarves Using Natural Dyes & Stitches

Using the technique of bundle dyeing you will use natural materials such as petals, leaves, fruit and vegetable peels to generate unique patterns on fabric. At a later stage you’ll…