SASHIKO

Sashiko is a type of hand stitching that originated in Japan. Used for mending and embellishment, it has a rich history of tradition and design. Today many people are discovering it as part of the visible mending movement. Come and learn the basics of stitching, pattern transfer, tools and techniques. We will be making several small pieces suitable to be made into coasters, pin cushions or used as a patch on clothing. Materials will be provided and will be yours to take home at the end of class.

Mary Baggerman

STITCHING YOUR STORY: A CREATIVE PROCESS WITH THREAD AND FABRIC

Use needle and thread to express your creativity and translate your experiences onto fabric. Basic stitching techniques like running stitch, back stitch will be combined with fabric and backing (like quilt batting or other stabilizers) to illustrate a personal theme. Using these techniques, interesting fabric, colorful threads, and more, students will create a unique work of art that tells a personal story.

Rita Petteys

Sat & Sun (2-day) 4/20-4/21

Sat 1pm-5pm, Sun 12pm-4pm

Studio 4 $130 / Member: $110

DYEING WARPS FOR WEAVING

Learn the basics of dyeing cellulose warps for weaving in this two-day class. We will be using cellulose fibers and Procion mx fiber reactive dyes to dye warps and skeins for weaving to achieve at least three different effects. Topics to be covered include weighing and measuring, dye application, color theory and rinsing. A list of materials the student will need to bring will be provided upon enrollment.

Rita Petteys

Sat & Sun (2-day)   5/4-5/5

Sat 1-5pm, Sun 12-4

Studio 2   $130 / Members: $110

EMBROIDERED COLLAGE

Take your collage to a new level with needle and thread. Thread can embellish or secure your collage pieces together, adding additional depth of texture. Students can bring completed works they want to enhance or start from scratch during the class. Some materials will be provided, such as embroidery thread and ephemera – but bring anything additional that you might want to work with.

Jessica Sundstrom

Sat (1-day) 6/22  10am-4pm            

Multi-Purpose Classroom  $105 / Members: $85

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INDIGO DYEING

Immerse yourself in the color blue for a day! Learn the care and feeding of natural indigo dye pots plus the instant gratification of pre-reduced indigo. Stitched and clamped resists will be discussed as well as other resist techniques. Two silk scarves will be provided with the course plus other blank items will be available for purchase.

Gretchen Huggett

Sat (1-day) 7/20  10am-4pm            

Studio 1  $120 / Members: $100

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