In this class for advanced beginner knitters (must know how to knit in the round), we'll explore the techniques in traditional top-down heel flap socks while knitting a pair of bulky slippers (adult-sized). We'll be working in the round using either double pointed needles or the magic loop technique. Some students may finish a pair of slippers during class time, others will finish 1 slipper - all students will have the skills to complete the slippers at home.

This is a wonderful and straightforward technique suitable for beginners and interested basket-makers at any level. This basket is constructed using the Appalachian rib- construction technique, (my favourite basket-making technique,) you will create a framework from two forked sticks. After developing the framework, you’ll choose your colour palette from my selection of hand dyed reed and learn how to insert ribs and weave the “fabric” of the basket. Once you settle into weaving, it’s a very relaxing and enjoyable process. Although we will primarily be weaving with reed, I’ll bring some other materials for you to try and invite you to bring some too in order to see what works. The result with be a lovely, shallow platter shaped like a leaf! You’ll have techniques to work with other rib construction designs in the future.

The class is intended for absolute beginners who want to learn the basics of handweaving. You will weave a woolen scarf on a pre-wrapped table loom. By the end of the class, you will know your weft from your warp and your twill from your tabby. You will also understand how to design a project, how to dress the loom, and how to weave different patterns. Best of all, you will leave with a stylish scarf to wear or to give away.

Participants will learn the four basic knots common to most macrame projects plus crown knot for netting. Our takeaway project is a customized water bottle holder and survival strap using paracord. The use of other materials and ways macrame can be used to make functional gear or an artistic expression, will be discussed. All supplies included except you will need to bring your own water bottle.

Do you have a sewing machine gathering dust because it scares you? Would you like to know what all those dials, knobs and feet are for? This workshop will help you make friends with your machine. You’ll learn: What all of the bits and pieces do. How to maintain your machine. How to choose appropriate needles, thread and stitches for your projects. We’ll work on a couple of small projects that will give you experience with: Starting and finishing seams. Seam finishes.. Use of stabilizers Zipper installation. Buttonholes. This class is now FULL> Wait list only!

Come and explore wet felting — a traditional fiber art technique where loose wool fibers are transformed into a dense, durable fabric using water, soap, and hands-on agitation. Using vibrantly dyed fibers, you'll create your own unique image in wool, then wet felt it into a finished piece that can be framed or hung directly on the wall. Be prepared to get your hands wet and soapy!

For people who have taken part 1 and want to add embellishments to their wool paintings - beads, buttons, feathers, found objects, hand stitching, machine stitching, or needle felting. Using a combination of hand stitching, needle felting and machine stitching we will add texture and details to the paintings made in part 1 of the class. We will also add the hanging structure so that your painting will be complete and ready to hang unframed on the wall.

This charming handbound book uses a Pipe Organ binding, where the stitching wraps neatly over cords along the spine—creating that lovely “row of pipes” look. It may appear intricate at first glance, but it’s surprisingly simple and very satisfying to put assemble. One of the best parts? No fiddly hinge gaps to worry about! You can play with different thread colours for the “pipes,” making each book feel completely unique and full of personality. All basic book items are included in your kit.

In this workshop, students will create a vibrant landscape, seascape, or garden scene using a unique combination of gel plate printing and collage — no prior experience required. Using brayers, stencils, masks, rollers, and mark-making tools, students will pull richly textured, colourful prints from a gel plate to use as the raw material for their collage. A personal photo or sketch — a favourite travel scene, a local landmark, a place they love — will guide their composition and make the work distinctly their own. From there, the printed papers are cut into shapes and built up into a landscape, with paint, markers, or coloured pencils added to bring the finished piece to life. This workshop is suited to all skill levels. Whether students are practicing artists looking to explore a new printmaking process, or complete beginners curious about making art for the first time, they will leave with a finished collage and a set of techniques they can continue using long after the workshop is done.

We will learn how to sew 2 cotton rope baskets using a zigzag stitch on the sewing machine. One basket with a straight finish and one with a spiral finish. Students will also learn how to dye their basket using two different methods. They will learn about the different types and weights of rope and what works best for making these machine stitched baskets.

Functional beauty with a toe dipped into the past, that at it's core drew me into the textile art world. I like to keep my classes rooted in sharing our collective history of fiber arts--the mythos and magic of creation. Spinning is near to the root of textile processing--before there were wheels there was handspinning. People gathered together, sharing stories and turning fibers into cordage. This class will focus on the support spindle which can be found all over the world. A similar technique to the more widely known drop spindle, but a slightly different process. Students will learn how to thigh roll, draft and spin singles. Plying and wet finishing will be discussed.

Ill be sharing how to weave a basket with soft fibers. With this technique, you can use fibers such as wool, jute, hemp, cloth, tule and cattails. You will learn a twining technique that can be used with many fibers to make baskets.

Students will learn how to create a temari ball from scratch — starting with winding the core, wrapping the Ball, and finishing with a simple snowflake stitch design. No prior experience needed. Age: Open to ages 8 and up. Participants aged 12 and under must be accompanied by an adult.

Students will receive a pre-wrapped temari base and learn how to mark their own division lines, then stitch a floral pattern design. Some crafting experience is recommended. But not necessary. Age: Open to ages 8 and up. Participants aged 12 and under must be accompanied by an adult.

Discover the beauty and creativity of visible mending in this beginner-friendly workshop designed to help you repair and personalize your worn textiles with individual style and intention. We'll explore how mending can be both functional and expressive, using basic hand-sewing techniques to patch, reinforce, and decorate woven fabrics. Throughout the workshop, we’ll also introduce some simple shashiko-inspired stitches—a popular and striking form of traditional Japanese visible mending known for its geometric patterns and strength. You’ll learn how to make your mends durable and long-lasting while celebrating the history and charm of the pieces you’re repairing. Woven fabric swatches for practice will be provided, but if you have a small mending project you'd like to work on, feel free to bring it along. All supplies for the class will be provided, kits and additional supplies will be available to purchase.