This hands-on workshop introduces knitters to working in the round using the magic loop method while reinforcing Continental-style knitting. Students will knit a brim-up hat using a simple, structured pattern designed for skill-building and confidence. The class covers circular needle setup, magic loop mechanics, joining in the round, knitting and purling in the round, and crown shaping using the k2tog decrease, which is taught as part of the workshop. Emphasis is placed on managing tension, avoiding ladders, and reading a basic knitting pattern. Students will practice decreases on a small swatch before applying them to the hat.

This course is an ideal next step for students who have completed the Beginning Continental Knitting workshop, and it is also appropriate for knitters with equivalent experience. By the end of the workshop, students will understand how and when to use magic loop for small-circumference projects and will leave with a nearly completed or finished hat. 

Level: Beginner (students must know how to cast on, knit, and purl using Continental style)

Instructor: Lisa Sandberg (Read Lisa's bio)

Members: $100

Non Members: $120

Materials fee: No Materials fee for this workshop.

Materials provided by instructor: None for this workshop.

Students should bring: 100 grams worsted-weight yarn 30-40" circular needle, US 7 or US 8 Notions: stitch markers, tapestry needle Glasses, if needed

Learn about our COVID policy here: Workshop Policies

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Your life is filled with textiles made from various spun threads and yarns. Come learn one of the more early and meditative ways to spin yarn. Come join us for a fun and meditative day of learning to card and draft raw wool fleece into handspun yarn on a drop spindle. You will have a variety of options of wool to try. This is a great skill that you can easily take with you pretty much wherever you go. We will talk finishing and plying and you will get to take home whatever yarn you create.

Level: Beginner

Age Range: Adults and Teens (13-18)

Instructor: Jamie Sparks (Read Jamie's bio)

Members: $50

Non-members: $60

Materials Fee : $25 cash, venmo, zelle, or paypal (to be collected day of class)

Instructor will provide: includes fiber, use of all tools to card and prep materials and a drop spindle to take home

Students should bring: All materials will be provided.

Learn about our COVID & cancellation policy here: Workshop Policies

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

Skill Level: Intermediate

Age Range: Adults & Teens (13-18)

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: Paper, a set of gouache, a set of brushes, materials to create a collage, glue, scissors, boards to work on, some fabric swatches, ribbon, pre made journals to complete color wheels, mixing palettes.

Student should bring: Lunch as there will be a break. Fabric swatches, colored paper or tissue paper to create a collage.

Learn about our COVID policy here: Workshop Policies

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Felt a life size newborn kitten. We will be sculpting with wool to make a 3 dimensional shape and adding features to give it a lifelike appearance. This kitten will fit in the palm of your hand and will go home with you. This workshop will give you the skills you need to create other small felted creatures. You will take home your foam felting pad some needles and extra wool to begin another critter of you choosing.

Level: Intermediate

Age Range: Adults

Instructor: Claudia Lemacks (Read Claudia's bio)

Members: $50

Non-Members: $60

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

Materials provided by instructor: I will supply a felting pad (bring your own if you have one. I will have all the wool colors necessary for sculpting a kitten, I also bring extra needles and photos to help with the design.

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

Learn about our cancellation & COVID policy here: Workshop Policies

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One of the challenging parts of weaving patterns is learning how to read the instructions, the pattern drafts. In this class, we'll study the dynamics of drafting patterns by drawing patterns on graph paper and also using a computer drafting program. Students are welcome to bring patterns they want to try.

Level: Beginner

Members: $50

Non members: $60

Instructor: Sue Helmken (Read Sue's bio)

Materials fee: No fee for this workshop

Materials supplied by teacher:  graph paper and instructions

Materials students should bring: pencils and rulers, any patterns they might be interested in

Interested in applying for a scholarship? Apply here!

Learn about our COVID policy here: Workshop Policies

Learn the fun, portable craft of backstrap card weaving. With just a few simple tools, you’ll be able to create strong, attractive woven bands for hatbands, belts, straps, and more. In this class, you’ll learn the basics, make solid progress or even finish your first project, and leave with the tools and know-how to continue your card-weaving journey.

Level: Beginner

Age Range: Adults

Instructor: Jamie Sparks (Read Jamie's bio)

Members: $100

Non-members: $120

Materials Fee : $25 cash, venmo, zelle, or paypal (to be collected day of class)

Instructor will provide: includes your handouts, yarn, cards, heddle and use of other tools

Students should bring: A larger belt to easily get in and out of (if you have one), a cushion to sit on if you desire (lots of sitting!), reading glasses if you need them. Feel free to bring colored pencils or markers if you want

Learn about our COVID & cancellation policy here: Workshop Policies

Interested in applying for a scholarship? Apply here!

Learn this traditional multi-signature book which uses one of the oldest stitches in bookbinding called the Coptic Stitch. The spine is exposed showing the lovely regular stitches using pairs of needles. It is a simple and lovely way to bind a book. We will use a pad of mixed media paper which makes the preparation of the pages simple and quick. The finished book will be 6 X 4.5 inches. If you have some experience with hand sewing a book and you'd like to make a bigger book, please let me know. There will be a variety of eco-printed, marbled and paste papers for you to use or you can bring your own paper if you prefer.

Level: Intermediate

Age Range: Adults and Teens (13-18)

Instructor: Joyce Tromba (Read Joyce's bio)

Members: $100

Non Members: $120

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

Materials provided by instructor: All materials and tools will be supplied by instructor.

Students should bring: None

Learn about our COVID policy here: Workshop Policies

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Slip Into Mosaic Knitting — No Charts Required Create striking colorwork using simple slip-stitch techniques — one color at a time.

Ready to explore colorwork without juggling multiple strands or reading charts? In this workshop, students will learn the fundamentals of mosaic knitting while creating a cozy single-loop cowl. Mosaic knitting uses simple slip-stitch techniques to create bold, graphic patterns while working with only one color per round. This makes it an approachable and confidence-building introduction to colorwork.

• During class, students will focus on:
• understanding mosaic stitch structure
• managing yarn tension for slipped stitches
• reading and tracking written pattern repeats
• recognizing and correcting common mistakes
• developing a comfortable knitting rhythm in the round

By the end of class, students will have a strong foundation in mosaic knitting and the skills needed to confidently complete their cowl at home.

Skill Level - Advanced Beginner and beyond

Students should already be comfortable:

• casting on joining to knit in the round working ribbing using either magic loop or a circular needle

Homework Requirement

To ensure we can spend our class time focused on mosaic techniques, students are required to arrive with the following completed:

• yarn selected stitches cast on
• work joined in the round
• ribbing section completed

Students who need assistance with homework are encouraged to reach out prior to class

What Students Will Learn

• how mosaic knitting creates colorwork using slip stitches
• how to maintain even tension when slipping stitches
• how to follow written mosaic instructions (no charts required)
• how to troubleshoot common issues in mosaic knitting

Additional Notes

This class focuses on written instructions rather than charts, making it an ideal next step for knitters who are comfortable knitting in the round and ready to explore colorwork in an approachable way.

Level: Intermediate

Age Range: Adults

Instructor: Lisa Sandberg (Read Lisa's bio)

Members: $100

Non Members: $120

Materials fee: No Materials fee for this workshop.

Materials provided by instructor: Project pattern

Students should bring: Worsted weight yarn in two contrasting colors 24" circular needle or 40" circular for magic loop (US 7–8) Stitch markers Tapestry needle Scissors Pattern (provided)

Learn about our COVID policy here: Workshop Policies

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Painting a Landscape in Wool, in this workshop you will learn the basic techniques that will be your foundation in needle felting. You can chose a design from several pictures that I bring, or you can bring a picture of somewhere meaningful to you. (pictures should be printed out in aprox 5" x 7" size) You will learn how to transfer your picture to the prefelt wool and then the needle felting will begin. I supply lots of different wool colors to help you make your landscape beautiful and realistic. This class is always fun for me as an instructor and for you as you discover the art of painting with wool.

Level: Beginner

Instructor: Claudia Lemacks (Read Claudia's bio)

Members: $50

Non-Members: $60

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

Materials provided by instructor: I will supply a foam felting pad - needles - wool and prefelt, I also have several pictures for inspiration.

Students should bring:  Coffee and teas are available for a donation, You should bring a cup. I will bring a snack that we can share.

Learn about our cancellation & COVID policy here: Workshop Policies

Interested in applying for a scholarship? Apply here!

Learn this fun technique and your imagination will do the rest. The possibilities , design and application will create gorgeous patterns, from just a few colors and single design to overlays and multiple patterns. Print note carts, make an Art print ready to hang, or print your own quilt squares or pieces of fabric to sew. You can print journal covers or just have fun experimenting. 

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: $10 cash or venmo (collected at time of workshop)

Materials Provided by instructor: Acrylic paint, silcone mats to work on, paper for test prints, Brayers, stencils, fabric squares 3 Gelli plates to share

Student should bring: Gelli plate, extra fabric squares, stencil of choice, apron, lunch for a break

Learn about our cancellation & COVID policies here: Workshop Policies

Discover the speed, comfort, and fluid rhythm of Continental knitting in this comprehensive full-day beginner workshop. Whether you’re completely new to knitting or looking to switch from English (throwing) style, this class will guide you step-by-step through the fundamentals of efficient, ergonomic knitting.

What You’ll Learn

• Over the course of six hands-on hours, you will learn:
• How to comfortably tension yarn in your left hand
• The Continental knit stitch (“picking” technique)
• The Continental purl stitch
• How to combine knit and purl stitches to create basic stitch patterns
• Casting on and binding off
• Reading simple knitting instructions and abbreviations
• How to correct the most common beginner mistakes

Class Structure

This workshop is paced for absolute beginners—no prior knitting experience required. We’ll work in short guided segments with plenty of time for practice, troubleshooting, and individual help. By the end of the day, students will complete a small sampler project using both knit and purl stitches.

Who This Class Is For

Perfect for brand-new knitters, crocheters exploring knitting, or experienced English-style knitters interested in learning the Continental method.

Takeaway

Students leave with a completed sampler swatch, strong foundational skills, and the confidence to tackle beginner patterns using Continental techniques.

Level: Beginner

Instructor: Lisa Sandberg (Read Lisa's bio)

Members: $100

Non Members: $120

Materials fee: $10 cash, venmo, zelle, paypal, or cashapp (paid the day of workshop)

Materials provided by instructor: 

25 grams of yarn per knitted sampler. (1 required, additional available for further home practice)

Students should bring: One set of size US 7-9 (4.5-5.5mm) circular knitting needle with a cord at least 12in. Scissors, tapestry needle and glasses if needed. Optional: stitch markers.

Learn about our COVID policy here: Workshop Policies

Interested in applying for a scholarship? Apply here!

What if the fibers from animals that are often considered waste could become one of the most useful tools in your garden? This lecture-based class explores how natural fibers like sheep wool and alpaca can be used to build healthier, more resilient soil systems. You’ll learn the “why” behind fiber use, along with practical ways to integrate it into your garden, from mulch to full forest garden layering systems. The class includes: A booklet that you can take home A live demonstration of how to apply and layer fiber in garden beds A small hands-on activity so you can feel and work with the material yourself Clear guidance on using fiber for moisture retention, soil building, and plant support Perfect for gardeners, homesteaders, and anyone interested in regenerative practices and working more in partnership with the land.

Level: Beginner

Instructor: Kirsten Bonanza (Read Kirsten's bio)

Members: $50

Non Members: $60

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

Materials provided by instructor:  All materials

Students should bring: N/A

Interested in applying for a scholarship? Apply here!

Learn about our COVID policy here: Workshop Policies

Step into the quiet intelligence of the forest and learn the intuitive art of branch weaving. In this hands-on class, we’ll work with fallen branches and natural fibers to create simple woven forms—sculptural, functional, or symbolic—guided by the materials themselves. This is not about forcing nature into a design, but about listening: noticing the curve of a branch, the tension between fibers, and the way the forest already knows how it wants to be woven. You’ll learn basic branch-weaving techniques, how to select and prepare materials, and how to let structure emerge organically rather than from a rigid plan. Expect a slow, grounding experience that blends craft, mindfulness, and relationship with place. No prior weaving experience is needed—just curiosity and a willingness to work with what’s present.

Level: Beginner

Instructor: Kirsten Bonanza (Read Kirsten's bio)

Members: $50

Non Members: $60

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

Materials provided by instructor:  Branches, yarn, and tapestry needle

Students should bring: Scissors, and any yarn scraps that you might want to include (optional)

Interested in applying for a scholarship? Apply here!

Learn about our COVID policy here: Workshop Policies

Discover the speed, comfort, and fluid rhythm of Continental knitting in this comprehensive full-day beginner workshop. Whether you’re completely new to knitting or looking to switch from English (throwing) style, this class will guide you step-by-step through the fundamentals of efficient, ergonomic knitting.

What You’ll Learn

• Over the course of six hands-on hours, you will learn:
• How to comfortably tension yarn in your left hand
• The Continental knit stitch (“picking” technique)
• The Continental purl stitch
• How to combine knit and purl stitches to create basic stitch patterns
• Casting on and binding off
• Reading simple knitting instructions and abbreviations
• How to correct the most common beginner mistakes

Class Structure

This workshop is paced for absolute beginners—no prior knitting experience required. We’ll work in short guided segments with plenty of time for practice, troubleshooting, and individual help. By the end of the day, students will complete a small sampler project using both knit and purl stitches.

Who This Class Is For

Perfect for brand-new knitters, crocheters exploring knitting, or experienced English-style knitters interested in learning the Continental method.

Takeaway

Students leave with a completed sampler swatch, strong foundational skills, and the confidence to tackle beginner patterns using Continental techniques.

Level: Beginner

Instructor: Lisa Sandberg (Read Lisa's bio)

Members: $100

Non Members: $120

Materials fee: $10 cash, venmo, zelle, paypal, or cashapp (paid the day of workshop)

Materials provided by instructor: 

25 grams of yarn per knitted sampler. (1 required, additional available for further home practice)

Students should bring: One set of size US 7-9 (4.5-5.5mm) circular knitting needle with a cord at least 12in. Scissors, tapestry needle and glasses if needed. Optional: stitch markers.

Learn about our COVID policy here: Workshop Policies

Interested in applying for a scholarship? Apply here!

Kugurizashi is a fascinating variation within the tradition of Sashiko. Instead of creating pattern solely through running stitches, kugurizashi adds a second stage in which thread is woven through an existing stitched grid, producing richly dimensional designs that can resemble braids, beads, or interlaced cords. In this 6-hour workshop, fiber artists will learn how a simple stitched grid becomes the foundation for layered patterning. After a brief introduction, students will mark and stitch a base grid using traditional sashiko running stitch, focusing on rhythm, spacing, and stitch consistency.

Participants will then explore several weaving pathways that transform the same stitched structure into different decorative motifs.

During the class, students will complete two stitched samples: a foundational kugurizashi pattern and a second variation that demonstrates how multiple designs can emerge from the same grid. Students will leave with two finished studies, practical techniques, and inspiration for incorporating kugurizashi into their own textile work.

Level: Intermediate

Members: $110

Non members: $132

Instructor: Gail Clement (Read Gail's bio)

Materials fee: $40 cash or venmo (to be collected day of workshop)

Materials supplied by teacher: Detailed Handout with Exercises; ironing equipment

Materials students should bring: Embroidery snips, Sashiko palm thimble, needles & threader, needle minder or pin cushion

Learn about our cancellation & COVID policies here: Workshop Policies

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Level: Beginner

Members: $110

Non members: $132

Instructor: Gail Clement (Read Gail's bio)

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

Materials supplied by teacher: Practice materials including 3 samples of various Sashiko fabrics, 3 samples of various Sashiko thread, and a project kit containing Sashiko needles, thread and preprinted fabric. Shared tools and notions for classroom use include Palm thimbles, stencils, metric rulers, marking tools.

Materials students should bring: Embroidery snips

Learn about our cancellation & COVID policies here: Workshop Policies

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This beyond the basics workshop will guide Sashiko stitchers in creating 2” x 6” Sashiko stitched pieces for Local Cloth’s Waterline Project.Together we will transfer and stitch your choice of three designs based on the sketches of Japanese artist Katsushika Hokusai representing water, waves, fish, and boats. Beyond-the-basics skills practiced in this workshop include transferring designs three ways (light pad, washaway adhesives, and chalk paper tracing); techniques for vectorizing public domain art; and creating stitching plans for non-traditional patterns. Students who have completed the Sashiko With Beads class will also have an opportunity to add bugle beads to their projects.

Level: Intermediate

Members: $110

Non members: $132

Instructor: Gail Clement (Read Gail's bio)

Materials fee: $40 cash or venmo (to be collected day of workshop)

Materials supplied by teacher: Guide on Stitching from Public Domain Art; Cotton and linen fabrics, Sashiko threads including shiny lame

Materials students should bring: Embroidery snips, pins, Sashiko needles and palm thimble

Learn about our cancellation & COVID policies here: Workshop Policies

Interested in a workshop scholarship? Apply here!

Are you a bit more colorful than the rest? Or quietly different in a way that only you notice?

In this beginner-friendly rug hooking class, we’ll create an **8" square trivet** featuring a cozy cluster of sheep — with **one unmistakably neon sheep** nestled among the flock. Bright or subtle, bold or barely-there, that sheep gets to be *yours*.

You don’t have to be loud to stand out. And you don’t have to stand out to belong.

We’ll walk through:

* Rug hooking basics (perfect for first-timers)

* Some more intermediate techniques for those who are curious

* Working simple shapes and fluffy textures

* Choosing colors that feel right for *you* — classic neutrals **or** a pop of neon

* Finishing a functional trivet you’ll actually use (or gift)

If being bright isn’t your thing, no worries — keep your palette soft and traditional. If you’re craving a little glow? We’ve got that too.

This class is less about perfection and more about permission: to be different, to be subtle, to be exactly as colorful as you want to be.

Come hook, laugh, and make something warm, useful, and quietly (or wildly) rebellious. ✨

Level: Beginner

Instructor: Kirsten Bonanza (Read Kirsten's bio)

Members: $110

Non Members: $132

Materials fee: $25 for the materials, if you need a rug hook those will be available for $19 cash, check, venmo, or zelle  (to be paid day of the workshop)

Materials provided by instructor:  All materials (backing, wool strips, thread & needle)

Students should bring: Scissors, A Rug Hook (optional)

Interested in applying for a scholarship? Apply here!

Learn about our COVID policy here: Workshop Policies

Sewing patterns can be intimidating to many people, even those who have sewn for years. In this class I hope to demystify cutting layouts, teach you how to find the key information and to generally feel more comfortable with your patterns. You're also welcome to bring a particular pattern that you have a question about and I will do my best to answer them.

Level: Beginner

Instructor: Sam Green (Read Sam's bio)

Members: $55

Non Members: $66

Materials fee: No fee for this workshop

Materials provided by instructor:  Examples of sewing patterns to aid explanations

Students should bring: Specific patterns they have questions about

Interested in applying for a scholarship? Apply here!

Learn about our cancellation & COVID policy here: Workshop Policies