Various colored yarns can be woven into handmade clay frames. Each frame has its own unique design. Participants will be taught how to weave a simple plain weave {over / under technique} inside the clay frame. The finished product is a wall hanging. With the distinctive one-of-a-kind design frame, participants can handpick from various balls of yarn to create the 9”x8” wall hanging. No weaving experience is necessary.

Level: Beginner

Instructor: Marilyn Haas-Haseman (Read Marilyn's bio)

Members: $100

Non members: $120

Materials fee:  $35 cash or check (to be paid day of workshop)

Materials Provided: Clay frame kits. Kit includes frame, yarn, needle

Materials students should bring: Scissors. Optional is any special THIN yarn you would like but not necessary

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We will use wool and needle felting technique to create a simple landscape on prefelt. I will bring several example photos but you can also bring something that you would like to "paint". The finished picture can be framed for display.

Level: Beginner

Instructor: Claudia Lemacks (Read Claudia's bio)

Members: $50

Non-Members: $60

Materials fee: $15 cash or card (collected at time of workshop)

Materials provided by instructor: I will provide a felting pad, needles, wool and several appropriate scenes to choose from. The materials are yours to take home so you can create another picture.

Students should bring: Bring a mug for coffee or tea and a snack for yourself or to share.

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Needle felt holiday and seasonal ornaments. In this beginner class, we will be using cookie cutter shapes and colorful fiber to create one-of-a-kind holiday decorations!

Level: Beginner

Instructor: Donna Trunk (Read Donna's bio)

Members: $50

Non-Members: $60

Materials fee: $15 cash, card, venmo, paypal (collected at time of workshop)

Materials provided by instructor: Extra fiber, cookie cutters, needles

Students should bring:  Materials will be provided. Kits available to purchase.

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In this workshop, students will learn basic stitches and simple bead application to start their own playful, abstract embroidery project. This is a beginner friendly class, but seasoned embroiderers who want to explore the art of expressive mixed-media embroidery further are welcome. All Materials are Included.

Level: Beginner

Members: $50

Non members: $60

Instructor: Sofia Trovato (Read Sofia's bio)

Materials fee: $15 cash, check, or venmo (to be paid on day of workshop)

Materials supplied by teacher: 

Embroidery hoop, embroidery floss, needles yarn, thread, and beads.

Materials students could bring: All materials provided.

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Learn to make wet felted beads and Sushi roll beads out of wool. (I will bring pre-made wool beads to use in the assembly.) While the beads you made are drying you will to assemble your car air freshener with my wool beads, other beads and buttons. Making one is never enough, so you will take home supplies to make another. They make great stocking stuffers or small gifts. 2 sessions will be offered of this popular class. Scented essential oils will be used for fragrance in this project. Some options provided, you are welcome to bring your own! See you there!

Level: Beginner

Instructor: Claudia Lemacks (Read Claudia's bio)

Members: $50

Non-Members: $60

Materials fee: $20 cash or card (collected at time of workshop)

Materials provided by instructor: I will bring everything that you need to make these, plus extra to take home.

Students should bring:  If you have a felting pad that you like you may bring it. Also bring an old bath towel and hand towel, and a medium size bowl for water.  Optional: you favorite scented essential oils for fragrance. Snacks are also optional.

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Level: Advanced Beginner - students should be able to knit and purl

Instructor: Lynne Noble and Judi Jetson (Read Lynne and Judi's bio)

Prices reflect a 25% off discount for New Year, New Skill January!

Members: $37.50

Non-Members: $45

Materials fee: No materials fee

Materials provided by instructor: Knitting patterns

Students should bring: Students should bring a skein of sport weight or DK yarn, size 5 or 6 double-pointed needles and a cable needle.

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Learn about our cancellation & COVID policy here: Workshop Policies

Crochet is an enjoyable way to showcase yarns you have spun, dyed, been gifted... Crochet can be relaxing and mindful. In our Introduction to Crochet we will learn three basic stitches and a starting chain. Our project will be a cowl. We will also discuss yarn weight, yarn types, blocking, and some basic crochet terms.

Level: Beginner

Prices reflect 25% off for New Year, New Skill discount!

Members: $37.50

Non members: $45

Instructor: Kate Hammond (Read Kate's bio)

Materials fee: No materials fee for this workshop.

Materials supplied by teacher: Instructor will provide the cowl pattern, terminology instructions and helpful links.

Materials students should bring: 

 Crochet hook in size 6mm/J – you may find it cost effective to buy
a set especially if you plan to crochet more. I like the type with the foam handle – a bit easier on the hands!
 Small scissors
 Measuring tape
 Darning or yarn needle to work in the ends when finished
 A bag to tote all your precious work

Yarn for the cowl:
 Worsted weight yarn (4) – a soft yarn in a light color (As a beginner, please avoid dark colors as it is very difficult to see your stitches) approx. 200 yds will make a nice length cowl. For your first project you should look for an inexpensive acrylic - possibly one that says no pill or low pill

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This full-day beginner workshop introduces participants to fundamental sewing and quilting techniques through two practical, skill-building projects: a patchwork needle book and a nine patch drawstring project bag. Designed for complete beginners and those curious about textile arts, this workshop provides essential skills while creating beautiful, functional accessories perfect for any textile and fiber enthusiast.

Level: Beginner

Instructor: Nichole Chigoy (Read Nichole's bio)

Prices discounted to reflect 25% off New Year, New Skills Month!

Members: $75 

Non Members: $90

Materials fee: $5-$10 sliding scale for wool scraps, cash or venmo (to be paid day of workshop)

Materials provided by instructor: Lots of medium weight linen cotton, and wool scraps, 2 sergers to share, digital instructions to be printed by the student.

Students should bring: Bring your well functioning sewing machine, all purpose sewing thread, snips, a self healing cutting mat, a rotary cutter, fabric shears, fabric chalk or marker, seam ripper, quilting ruler (my preference for this project is 3" X 18"), a total of one yard of midweight, woven scraps (preferably cotton, linen, or hemp), cotton quilting thread, a quilting needle. I would estimate about a half yard of the fabric to be larger pieces (10" x 12") , 4 ft of drawstring (1/4 yard of midnight woven fabric to make your own).

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Learn some very simple and versatile book structures that would be perfect for gift giving or creating your own hand made library. We will learn all about paper: why is grain important and how to test for it, how to interpret paper weight, pound vs gsm and what tools do you need to make books. We will make three structures: the Pamphlet, Japanese Stab binding and the Star book. Each of these has several variations.

Level: Beginner

Instructor: Joyce Tromba (Read Joyce's bio)

Prices reflect the 25% off New Year, New Skill discount!

Members: $75

Non Members: $90

Materials fee: $20 (paid the day of workshop)

Materials provided by instructor: All papers, book board, linen thread, buttons, ribbon and and book making tools

Students should bring: A cutting mat if you have one, lunch, also if you have some paper you would like to use bring it along

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Take your sashiko stitching to the next level in this hands-on, six-hour clinic designed for fiber artists who are ready to explore more intricate techniques. Participants will learn how to prepare traditional cotton/linen fabric for two-layered stitching and gain confidence combining hitomezashi (one-stitch) and moyozashi (pattern) styles in a single hanafukin cloth. Clear demonstrations and guided practice will help you achieve balanced, even stitches while managing multiple pattern transitions within one cohesive design. After completing your stitched sampler, you’ll discover creative ways to finish and use your work. We’ll cover hemming, edge treatments, and practical finishing methods that preserve the beauty and integrity of your piece. The class will conclude with project inspiration for incorporating your stitched hanafukin into home and personal accessories—such as pillows, totes, or fabric baskets—showcasing your artistry and skill in a functional, contemporary way.

Level: Intermediate

Prices reflect our 25% New Year, New Skill Discount!

Members: $75

Non members: $90

Instructor: Gail Clement (Read Gail's bio)

Materials fee: $45 cash or venmo (to be collected day of workshop)

Materials supplied by teacher: Preprinted mixed design sampler with English; instructions; sashiko thread in 3 colors; Hera marker; basting thread

Materials students should bring: Embroidery snips; straight edge

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The simple design of rigid heddle looms make them the perfect weaving loom for anyone wishing to learn the craft. They’re perfect for all skill levels and allow you to sample a wide variety of yarns and techniques. Rigid heddle looms are affordable, easy to set up, lightweight and portable. In this class we’ll cover the basics of dressing the loom and try various weaving techniques. You will weave enough cloth to make a small tote bag or wall hanging.

Level: Beginner

Prices reflect 25% discount for New Year, New Skill January!

Members: $75

Non members: $90

Instructor: Sue Helmken (Read Sue's bio)

Materials fee: $25 cash or venmo (to be collected day of class)

Materials supplied by teacher: loom with warp, shuttles, yarns, printed instructions

Materials students should bring: scissors, tapestry needle, optional crochet hook, random yarns for weft, paper and pen

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If you want to weave but don’t have space for a big loom, give inkle weaving a try. Inkle weaving is a form of warp faced weaving used to making bands of cloth for belts, bracelets, guitar straps, borders & edgings, trims, fringes, and even cords. This class covers how the color placement creates the pattern and what types of yarns to use. We will weave basic patterns, and see how the size and weight of the weft yarn affects the strap. The looms may be small, but you can do big things with them!

Level: Beginner

Prices reflect 25% discount for New Year, New Skill January!

Members: $75

Non members: $90

Instructor: Sue Helmken (Read Sue's bio)

Materials fee: $25 cash or venmo (to be collected day of class)

Materials supplied by teacher: loom with warp, shuttles, weft yarns, instructions

Materials students should bring: scissors, tapestry needle, random yarns, pen and paper

Interested in applying for a scholarship? Apply here!

Learn about our COVID policy here: Workshop Policies

In just a few hours you will learn how to hand paint a piece of fabric, article of clothing, accessory, or anything you want to embellish. No experience necessary. Challenge the designer in you, create and have fun learning a new technique. Anyone can do it! In this all day workshop, you will work with stencils, brushes, fabric sticks, fabric markers and fabric paint. I will show you how to turn acrylic paint into fabric paint. Create your own design and pattern, paint a floral or just do splashes of color for an abstract look. You can even choose one of mine for inspiration. After the initial design is created, you will then paint your piece. Choose a tote, piece of fabric or a silk scarf. Bring your own piece of clothing shoes, bag or anything to embellish as well as the one provided for this project. The final step you need to do, is iron set the fabric paint and you will have a permanent piece of Art!

This class will be hosted off-site at the home of the instructor. Directions to the home will be provided after registration.

Skill Level: Beginner

Instructor: Camille Daunno (Read Camille's bio)

Prices reflect the 25% off New Year, New Skill discount!

Members: $75

Non-members: $90

Materials Fee: $20 cash or venmo (collected at time of workshop)

Materials Provided by instructor: Fabric paints, fabric markers, silk scarf or tote bag, cut pieces of fabric, brushes, paper to practice a design, stencils, pencils, scissors, water containers, mixing trays and resource to create a design and an iron to set the fabric paint. Coffee, tea, water and snacks will also be provided.

Student should bring: Please wear protective apron as the paint is permanent, and bring a lunch as we will take a break at noon.

Learn about our cancellation & COVID policies here: Workshop Policies

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This is an advanced beginner workshop that combines traditional quilting techniques with wearable art, teaching participants to craft an heirloom quality quilted vest featuring the classic sawtooth star pattern. Students will learn essential skills in piecing, pattern modification, quilting, and finishing techniques while creating a unique, functional garment.

Level: Intermediate

Instructor: Nichole Chigoy (Read Nichole's bio)

Members: $300

Non Members: $360

Materials fee: $20 cash, check, card or venmo (to be paid day of workshop)

Materials provided by instructor: Nichole will provide a vest pattern that has a bust size range from 30”- 43”. If you are outside of this range, Nichole can offer commercial vest pattern suggestions. $20 supply fee includes a paper pattern for sizes 30” - 43” bust.

Students should bring: 

• A well functioning sewing machine,
• Garment shears
• Thread snips
• Cutting mat
• Rotary cutter
• All purpose sewing machine
• thread
• Acrylic quilting ruler - I like 3” x 18”
• Fabric pencil or tailors chalk
• * 3/4 - 1 yard of lining - mid weight woven(non stretch) cotton or linen fabric. ½ yard total of 2 to 4 coordinating woven (non stretch) linen or cotton fabric pieces to use in the quilt square.
• * 3/4 - 1 yard of main fabric mid weight woven (non stretch) cotton or linen fabric. ¾ -1 yard of wool or cotton quilting batting ⅝ yard midweight cotton or linen (non stretch) fabric for binding 1-3 ¾’-1’ button
• Cotton embroidery or sashiko thread
• Quilting needles
• Approximately 5 yards of bias binding (can be made from fabric scraps or purchased.) 
• Thimble
• 8”-12” quilting hoop

Learn about our cancellation & COVID policy here: Workshop Policies

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Mixed Media Batik Design on Fabric

Get ready for a full day of pure fun and creativity. Learn new techniques and challenge the Artist in you. No experience necessary. If you’ve ever wanted to be a designer or just expand the skills you already have this this class is for you. In this full day workshop you will learn how to design and paint fabric using melted crayons and dyes. You will begin with using fabric dyes and overlaying your design with wax (melted crayons) then dyeing it again. The patterns and colors are gorgeous and you will have an amazing hand designed piece of wearable art or fabric for your own personal use. I will provide the special brushes needed for using this wax technique as well as a heat gun to melt the crayons. When your piece is dry, you simply iron off the wax, rinse the dyes and you’re done. Create as many as time permits.

This class will be hosted off-site at the home of the instructor. Directions to the home will be provided after registration.

Skill Level: Beginner

Instructor: Camille Daunno (Read Camille's bio)

Members: $100

Non-members: $120

Materials Fee: $20 cash or venmo (collected at time of workshop)

Materials Provided by instructor: Silk dyes, fabric markers, paper to create a practice design, crayons for melting, silk scarf, cut pieces of fabric, gloves, specialty brushes, paper to iron out wax, pencils, scissors, water containers, mixing trays and resources to create a design.

Student should bring: A heat gun if you have one (don’t buy one), iron, lunch for the break, apron as the dyes will stain your clothes, rubber gloves (I have disposable ones)

Learn about our cancellation & COVID policies here: Workshop Policies

In this workshop you will learn how to work your wet felted piece using the resist Technique into a beautiful and functional Bird Pod. Hang it on a tree or just enjoy Them. I have several on my patio. Wherever you put them they will become a thing of beauty. The Birds love them too. Maybe the butterflies will visit.

This class will be hosted off-site at the home of the instructor. Directions to the home will be provided after registration.

Skill Level: Beginner

Instructor: Camille Daunno (Read Camille's bio)

Members: $50

Non-members: $60

Materials Fee: $15 (collected at time of workshop)

Materials Provided by instructor: Roving wool ( earth tone colors ),
Bubble wrap, sushi mats, pads to work on, Assorted fibers, leaves, and twigs, Plastic for resist, Netting, Water containers, soap, spray bottles, Forms to shape the pod

Student should bring: A large towel

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In this 2 day class you will learn how to warp a loom. Basic tapestry techniques will be taught which include weaving geometric and curved shapes and how to blend colors on the loom. We will talk about tapestry terminology and the tools, equipment and yarns used in tapestry weaving. You will be weaving from the back of the loom in traditional Aubusson technique. You will be weaving a sampler of the different tapestry techniques. We will also talk about designing a tapestry, making a cartoon and how to mount and present the finished piece. You should leave the class with the basic tools you need to further explore the wonderful medium of tapestry.

Level: Beginner 

Instructor: Betty Hilton-Nash  (Read Betty's bio) 

Members: $200

Non members: $240

Materials fee: $20 cash, check, or venmo (to be collected day of class)

Materials provided by instructor: Warp, weft, printed instructional handout, looms are available at Local Cloth. If you have your own loom, please get in touch with Betty first.

Materials students should bring: Scissors, a tapestry beater (heavy kitchen fork will do), ruler, a small hand mirror or stand mirror if possible, the instructor will have some.

Learn about our cancellation & COVID policy here: Workshop Policies

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Color Outside the Box!

In this all day workshop you will enter into the world of color in a fun and different way to create the color that’s all around you. You will learn a combination of color theory and basic color mixing by using fabric. This is not a painting class. It’s a fiber and fabric interpretation. You’ll create the color wheel, analogous colors, a grey scale, a monochromatic scale, warm and cool neutrals and arrange them in color collages and unique ideas. You will also design and make a fabric folder to take all your samples home in…your very own color record. Definitely come and color outside the box!

This class will be hosted off-site at the home of the instructor. Directions to the home will be provided after registration.

Skill Level: Beginner

Instructor: Camille Daunno (Read Camille's bio)

Members: $100

Non-members: $120

Materials Fee: $15 cash or venmo (collected at time of workshop)

Materials Provided by instructor: Fabric swatches, glue, scissors, ribbon, wool and fibers, card board, cloths, water containers, pads to work on.

Student should bring: Fabric swatches of your choice (solids, prints, florals, colors) these will be used to create the color combinations.

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In this class you will learn how to draw flowers, leaves, twigs and tendrils in pencil and ink. I will teach you how to create texture, contrast and composition using line and shading. This can be applied to your textile, fabric skills, embroidery, sewing, fiber art, layering and much more. This class is designed for beginners, so no experience is necessary. Come learn a new technique or improve on your drawing skills.

This class will be hosted off-site at the home of the instructor. Directions to the home will be provided after registration.

Skill Level: All

Instructor: Camille Daunno (Read Camille's bio)

Members: $100

Non-members: $120

Materials Fee: $15 (collected at time of workshop)

Materials Provided by instructor: Pencils, ink markers, erasers, paper, practice paper, Art resource to draw from, drawing vellum, tracing paper, practice drawing pad and Art handouts.

Student should bring: Nothing, all supplies will be given out at the first class

Learn about our COVID policy here: Workshop Policies

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This class is designed for students who know how to warp a loom and understand some basic techniques of weaving tapestry: meet and seperate, hatching, as well as weaving geometric and curved shapes. If you have taken Betty's beginning tapestry weaving you should have these skills. In this 3 day class we will review the above techniques as well as adding some new ones as you weave a small cartoon of your own design. Day 1 will be spent refining your image into a weaveable cartoon. Please bring any photos, sketches or paintings you want to weave. This is not a design class, please have your design ideas worked out prior to class. You will warp your loom and start weaving once the cartoon is finalized. Day 2 & 3 you will weave your image. We will discuss finishing and ways to present your piece after cutting your piece off the loom on day 3. You may not finish weaving your image in class, so if you have one, bringing your own loom would be best. Local does have looms to use but these need to be returned to the studio at the end of class.

Level: Intermediate

Instructor: Betty Hilton-Nash  (Read Betty's bio) 

Members: $300

Non members: $360

Materials fee: $20 cash, card, or venmo (to be collected day of class)

Materials provided by instructor: Warp, weft, printed instructional handout, looms are available at Local. Please get in touch with Betty before class if you are bringing your own loom.

Materials students should bring: Scissors, a tapestry beater (heavy kitchen fork will do), ruler, a small hand mirror. Instructor has a few.

Learn about our cancellation & COVID policies here: Workshop Policies

Explore how tapestry weaving can be used for daily practice, journaling, data visualization, or encoding information.

 Level: Intermediate

Instructors: Tommye Scanlin (Read Tommye's bio, visit Tommye's website)

Members: $360

Non members: $430

Materials fee: $10 cash or check (to be paid day of workshop)

Materials provided by instructor: assorted wool wefts to purchase in small amounts, if need be. Printed handout.

Materials students should bring: pre-warped tapestry loom (suggested set up will be sent ahead of time), yarns for weft, tools (scissors, ruler or tape measure, any weaving tools—bobbins, etc.), notebook, pen/pencil

Learn about our cancellation & COVID policies here: Workshop Policies

Interested in applying for a scholarship? Apply here!