Garment Sewing: Pants and Skirts (IN PROGRESS)
Wednesdays, April 10 - May 15, 2024 | 5:30 - 8:30P | 6 sessions | $380
Expand your garment sewing skills by making a simple top, and an elastic waist skirt or elastic waist pants. Patterns to choose from in this class include unisex patterns by Assembly Line for their Pull on Trousers and Wrap Top Patterns. The skirt is a pattern by Paper Theory. Learn to take proper measurements and choose a size, shorten or lengthen a pattern, seam finishes, bindings, stitching techniques and more.
Teaching Artist: Mary Worrell
Intro to Mosaics (SOLD OUT)
Friday, May 17, 2024 | 5 - 8P | Saturday, May 18, 2024 | 8A - 4P | Sunday, May 19, 2024 | 9A - 4P | Weekend workshop | $200
This weekend class is geared toward beginners who want to learn about basic techniques, tools and materials involved in creating mosaic art. Participants will learn how to cut & use various kinds of tesserae, use of proper adhesives, design/layout and grouting. Students will be introduced to a wide variety of materials and will complete a small intro tile in addition to a 2-D project of their own design during the class. Students will be encouraged to experiment with color and texture to begin to discover the possibilities of mosaic. All materials, supplies and use of tools are provided. Come experience the endless possibilities of this beautiful art form!
Students are encouraged to bring tiles, glass, beads, broken china, or any other interesting objects they may wish to add to a mosaic.
Students should wear old clothing and bring: apron, cotton rags for cleaning, & sturdy kitchen gloves for mixing & spreading grout.
Teaching Artist: Ellen Haun
Sewing Basics
Tuesdays, May 21 - June 4, 2024 | 5:30 - 8:30P | 3 sessions | $175
If you’ve never used a sewing machine or you’d simply like a refresher, this three-part class is for you! Learn the anatomy of the sewing machine and how to get started including bobbin winding, threading, stitch selection, and sewing a variety of seams. Each week, you’ll work on a new project to build your skills and confidence.
Bring your sewing machine (plus its feet and manual) or use one of the studio's sewing machines.
We will review material requirements on the first night of class. Choose from a variety of fabrics from our collection, or bring your own to personalize your project.
Teaching Artist: Carol Devins
Modern Quilt Sampler: Flying Geese
Wednesdays, May 22 - June 26, 2024 | 5:30 - 8:30P | 6 sessions | $275
Create a quilt from start to finish through an exploration of a timeless and endlessly variable quilt block motif–with a modern twist--Flying Geese! Through this six-week class, you will learn accurate cutting and piecing, explore color, pattern, fabric selection and composition, and integrate sashing and borders as you create a quilt top using the flying geese motif in a number of different ways. Give your quilt the finishing touch as you learn to layer, baste, quilt, and bind your modern creation.
Teaching Artist: Carol Devins
Sewing Basics
Tuesdays, May 21 - June 4, 2024 | 5:30 - 8:30P | 3 sessions | $175
If you’ve never used a sewing machine or you’d simply like a refresher, this three-part class is for you! Learn the anatomy of the sewing machine and how to get started including bobbin winding, threading, stitch selection, and sewing a variety of seams. Each week, you’ll work on a new project to build your skills and confidence.
Bring your sewing machine (plus its feet and manual) or use one of the studio's sewing machines.
We will review material requirements on the first night of class. Choose from a variety of fabrics from our collection, or bring your own to personalize your project.
Teaching Artist: Carol Devins
Modern Quilt Sampler: Flying Geese
Wednesdays, May 22 - June 26, 2024 | 5:30 - 8:30P | 6 sessions | $275
Create a quilt from start to finish through an exploration of a timeless and endlessly variable quilt block motif–with a modern twist--Flying Geese! Through this six-week class, you will learn accurate cutting and piecing, explore color, pattern, fabric selection and composition, and integrate sashing and borders as you create a quilt top using the flying geese motif in a number of different ways. Give your quilt the finishing touch as you learn to layer, baste, quilt, and bind your modern creation.
Teaching Artist: Carol Devins
Basket-making (sold out)
Saturday, June 1, 2024 | 9A - 4P | One-day workshop | $180
In this one-day workshop, create an artisan, heirloom-quality basket from start to finish! The baskets are woven using reed with a hardwood base, rails, and rim. You choose the basket style to weave in your one-day workshop. All materials are created and prepared by instructor. Registration closes one week prior to the workshop date.
Teaching Artist: Ray Lagasse
Quilt Block Exploration: Curves
Tuesdays, June 4 - 25, 2024 | 10A - 12P | 4 sessions | $75
Explore this unique quilt block structure while learning some new tips and tricks! Includes demonstration and discussion of foundational piecing, accurate seams allowances, and lots of creativity. Discover the variety of patterns that you can create with this simple block pattern. Offered in partnership with Bugbee Senior Center with generous support from the Vermont Arts Council.
Supplies: Bring your sewing machine (plus its feet and manual) or use one of the studio's sewing machines. We will review material requirements at the first class. Choose from a variety of fabrics from our collection, or bring your own to personalize your project.
Teaching Artist: Carol Devins
Sewing Basics
Tuesdays, May 21 - June 4, 2024 | 5:30 - 8:30P | 3 sessions | $175
If you’ve never used a sewing machine or you’d simply like a refresher, this three-part class is for you! Learn the anatomy of the sewing machine and how to get started including bobbin winding, threading, stitch selection, and sewing a variety of seams. Each week, you’ll work on a new project to build your skills and confidence.
Bring your sewing machine (plus its feet and manual) or use one of the studio's sewing machines.
We will review material requirements on the first night of class. Choose from a variety of fabrics from our collection, or bring your own to personalize your project.
Teaching Artist: Carol Devins
Modern Quilt Sampler: Flying Geese
Wednesdays, May 22 - June 26, 2024 | 5:30 - 8:30P | 6 sessions | $275
Create a quilt from start to finish through an exploration of a timeless and endlessly variable quilt block motif–with a modern twist--Flying Geese! Through this six-week class, you will learn accurate cutting and piecing, explore color, pattern, fabric selection and composition, and integrate sashing and borders as you create a quilt top using the flying geese motif in a number of different ways. Give your quilt the finishing touch as you learn to layer, baste, quilt, and bind your modern creation.
Teaching Artist: Carol Devins
Block Print on Fabric
Sunday, June 9, 2024 | 10A - 3P | One-day workshop | $100
Explore block printing on fabric! You’ll learn the process of designing a repeat pattern suited for textiles. We will use an easy cut block which allows for the quick creation of block for experimenting with placement, including repeating and abstract patterns, as we learn techniques for applying the fabric ink on the fabric. We will print on cotton fabrics including napkins and tea towels.
Teaching Artist: Amy Vander Kooi
Quilt Block Exploration: Curves
Tuesdays, June 4 - 25, 2024 | 10A - 12P | 4 sessions | $75
Explore this unique quilt block structure while learning some new tips and tricks! Includes demonstration and discussion of foundational piecing, accurate seams allowances, and lots of creativity. Discover the variety of patterns that you can create with this simple block pattern. Offered in partnership with Bugbee Senior Center with generous support from the Vermont Arts Council.
Supplies: Bring your sewing machine (plus its feet and manual) or use one of the studio's sewing machines. We will review material requirements at the first class. Choose from a variety of fabrics from our collection, or bring your own to personalize your project.
Teaching Artist: Carol Devins
The Joy of Embroidery
Tuesdays, June 11 - 25, 2024 | 5:30 - 8:30P | 3 sessions | $200
Delve into the fundamentals of embroidery, from understanding different types of needles and threads to learning essential stitches. Whether you're a complete novice or seeking to hone your skills, this course offers a blend of practical knowledge and hands on practice to unlock your creativity and master the art of needlework.
Teaching Artist: June Albright
Modern Quilt Sampler: Flying Geese
Wednesdays, May 22 - June 26, 2024 | 5:30 - 8:30P | 6 sessions | $275
Create a quilt from start to finish through an exploration of a timeless and endlessly variable quilt block motif–with a modern twist--Flying Geese! Through this six-week class, you will learn accurate cutting and piecing, explore color, pattern, fabric selection and composition, and integrate sashing and borders as you create a quilt top using the flying geese motif in a number of different ways. Give your quilt the finishing touch as you learn to layer, baste, quilt, and bind your modern creation.
Teaching Artist: Carol Devins
Textile Marbling
Saturday, June 15, 2024 | 10A - 1P | One-day workshop | $100
Learn the techniques of water marbling on cotton and silk to create one of a kind fabrics. Feathering, layering, drifting, and freehand techniques will allow you to design an array of swirling patterns, organic shapes and natural formations. Composition, balance, color, and shape will all be points of experimentation in the marbling process.
Teaching Artist: Amy Marcoux
Broom-making: Turkey Wing Whisk
Sunday, Jun 16, 2024 | 10A - 4P | One-day workshop | $150
In this workshop we’ll assemble a variety of small brooms. Starting with simple Bundle Whisk brooms, we’ll learn about knots and broom materials, as well as gain the skills necessary to master the Tumble Spool broom. As the day progresses, we’ll tackle slightly more complex designs until we finish the workshop with a decorative (but still quite functional) Turkey Wing design.
Supplies: All materials included with registration.
Teaching artist: Larry Antonuk
Quilt Block Exploration: Curves
Tuesdays, June 4 - 25, 2024 | 10A - 12P | 4 sessions | $75
Explore this unique quilt block structure while learning some new tips and tricks! Includes demonstration and discussion of foundational piecing, accurate seams allowances, and lots of creativity. Discover the variety of patterns that you can create with this simple block pattern. Offered in partnership with Bugbee Senior Center with generous support from the Vermont Arts Council.
Supplies: Bring your sewing machine (plus its feet and manual) or use one of the studio's sewing machines. We will review material requirements at the first class. Choose from a variety of fabrics from our collection, or bring your own to personalize your project.
Teaching Artist: Carol Devins
The Joy of Embroidery
Tuesdays, June 11 - 25, 2024 | 5:30 - 8:30P | 3 sessions | $200
Delve into the fundamentals of embroidery, from understanding different types of needles and threads to learning essential stitches. Whether you're a complete novice or seeking to hone your skills, this course offers a blend of practical knowledge and hands on practice to unlock your creativity and master the art of needlework.
Teaching Artist: June Albright
Modern Quilt Sampler: Flying Geese
Wednesdays, May 22 - June 26, 2024 | 5:30 - 8:30P | 6 sessions | $275
Create a quilt from start to finish through an exploration of a timeless and endlessly variable quilt block motif–with a modern twist--Flying Geese! Through this six-week class, you will learn accurate cutting and piecing, explore color, pattern, fabric selection and composition, and integrate sashing and borders as you create a quilt top using the flying geese motif in a number of different ways. Give your quilt the finishing touch as you learn to layer, baste, quilt, and bind your modern creation.
Teaching Artist: Carol Devins
Sewcial Sunday: Quilts
Sunday, June 23, 2024 | 10A - 5P | One-day workshop | $100
Treat yourself to a full day of uninterrupted sewing to work on and receive expert guidance on your quilt projects. Bring along a work-in-progress, or use the day to begin something new. Brunch, coffee and snacks will be provided, so you can enjoy every minute of sewing bliss.
Teaching Artist: Carol Devins
Quilt Block Exploration: Curves
Tuesdays, June 4 - 25, 2024 | 10A - 12P | 4 sessions | $75
Explore this unique quilt block structure while learning some new tips and tricks! Includes demonstration and discussion of foundational piecing, accurate seams allowances, and lots of creativity. Discover the variety of patterns that you can create with this simple block pattern. Offered in partnership with Bugbee Senior Center with generous support from the Vermont Arts Council.
Supplies: Bring your sewing machine (plus its feet and manual) or use one of the studio's sewing machines. We will review material requirements at the first class. Choose from a variety of fabrics from our collection, or bring your own to personalize your project.
Teaching Artist: Carol Devins
The Joy of Embroidery
Tuesdays, June 11 - 25, 2024 | 5:30 - 8:30P | 3 sessions | $200
Delve into the fundamentals of embroidery, from understanding different types of needles and threads to learning essential stitches. Whether you're a complete novice or seeking to hone your skills, this course offers a blend of practical knowledge and hands on practice to unlock your creativity and master the art of needlework.
Teaching Artist: June Albright
Modern Quilt Sampler: Flying Geese
Wednesdays, May 22 - June 26, 2024 | 5:30 - 8:30P | 6 sessions | $275
Create a quilt from start to finish through an exploration of a timeless and endlessly variable quilt block motif–with a modern twist--Flying Geese! Through this six-week class, you will learn accurate cutting and piecing, explore color, pattern, fabric selection and composition, and integrate sashing and borders as you create a quilt top using the flying geese motif in a number of different ways. Give your quilt the finishing touch as you learn to layer, baste, quilt, and bind your modern creation.
Teaching Artist: Carol Devins
Wardrobe in a Weekend
Saturday, June 29 - Sunday, June 30, 2024 | 10A - 3P | Weekend workshop | $175
Are you a confident beginner or more experienced sewists? Join us for a weekend intensive working on wardrobe-worthy projects. Bring your own patterns or choose among a collection of tried and true wardrobe staples, as you learn new skills for basic garment construction, and perfect the ones you know. Bring your sewing machine or use a studio machine. Coffee and snacks will be provided each day, so you can spend the weekend stitching.
In advance of the class, we will coordinate a Zoom meeting to discuss your goals and appropriate fabric selection.
Teaching Artist: Mary Worrell
Wardrobe in a Weekend
Saturday, June 29 - Sunday, June 30, 2024 | 10A - 3P | Weekend workshop | $175
Are you a confident beginner or intermediate sewist? Join us for a weekend intensive working on wardrobe-worthy projects. Bring your own patterns or choose among a collection of tried and true wardrobe staples, as you learn new skills and perfect the ones you know. Bring your sewing machine or use a studio machine. Coffee and snacks will be provided each day, so you can spend the weekend stitching.
In advance of the class, we will coordinate a Zoom meeting to discuss your goals and appropriate fabric selection.
Teaching Artist: Mary Worrell
Intro to Garment Sewing
Tuesdays, July 8-22, 2024 | 5:30 - 8:30P | 3 sessions | $225
This beginner sewing class starts with and introduction to the sewing machine and ends with the completion of The Workaday Apron by Merchant and Mlls or The Studio Tunic by Sew Liberated. Either option makes a great first project to start your journey into garment sewing. Learn the most frequently used sewing techniques to become an independent maker.
We will prepare our patterns, review material requirements and practice seams and finishes during the first class. Feel free to bring your own sewing machine or use one of the studio sewing machines.
Teaching Artist: Mary Worrell
Work-in-Progress Wednesday
This summer we invite you to bring your in-progress projects to the studio, Wednesdays, 5 - 8P.
These open studios are hosted by volunteer expert sewists and quilters. All studio-based tools and equipment are available for your use. No formal instruction is given, yet volunteers can provide guidance and assistance.
Attendance is $10/session. Fees help cover the cost of maintaining our equipped fiber studio, including our new sewing machines!
Black Ash Day Packs
Saturday, July 13 - Sunday, July 14, 2024 | 9A - 4P | Weekend workshop | $250
Learn one of the oldest crafts in human history by making your own pack-basket. Create a beautiful, durable, and useful basket crafted from local and responsibly harvested, hand-pounded black ash logs. Craft a daypack sized traditional Adirondack style pack-basket with cedar runners and base and adjustable webbing straps. Discussion and demonstration on how the material is harvested and processed. Additional $80 materials fee payable to instructor.
Guest Artist: Penny Hewitt
Intro to Garment Sewing
Tuesdays, July 8-22, 2024 | 5:30 - 8:30P | 3 sessions | $225
This beginner sewing class starts with and introduction to the sewing machine and ends with the completion of The Workaday Apron by Merchant and Mlls or The Studio Tunic by Sew Liberated. Either option makes a great first project to start your journey into garment sewing. Learn the most frequently used sewing techniques to become an independent maker.
We will prepare our patterns, review material requirements and practice seams and finishes during the first class. Feel free to bring your own sewing machine or use one of the studio sewing machines.
Teaching Artist: Mary Worrell
Work-in-Progress Wednesday
This summer we invite you to bring your in-progress projects to the studio, Wednesdays, 5 - 8P.
These open studios are hosted by volunteer expert sewists and quilters. All studio-based tools and equipment are available for your use. No formal instruction is given, yet volunteers can provide guidance and assistance.
Attendance is $10/session. Fees help cover the cost of maintaining our equipped fiber studio, including our new sewing machines!
Make Your Own Sandals
Saturday, July 20, 2024 | 10A - 4P | One-day workshop | $275
Learn to make your own pair of handmade leather sandals in this one-day workshop.
Leather sandals have been worn for centuries, and for good reason: they are durable, breathable, comfortable, repairable and grow more beautiful with wear and age. Stace works to revive this lost artisan craft by teaching one-day sandal making workshops, allowing complete beginners to make their very own pair of handmade leather sandals.
Choose from a handful of simple sandal designs. Modify the design to your unique feet, taking into consideration your bone structure and arch height. Learn how to shape the leather soles to your arch, attach a stacked leather heel, use leather-working tools to cut your insoles and straps, and strategically place your sandal straps to create the most comfortable sandal,
Choose from a selection of neutral leather colors (browns, black, tan, caramel) as well as more colorful pieces to accent your sandals. Mixing and matching is encouraged!
Once your sandals are assembled, Stace will finish them outside on a belt sander and…. Voilà! You’ve made your first pair of leather sandals. You will be able to walk out of the workshop wearing your new shoes!
No previous experience necessary, and this class is open to all over the age of 16.
Supplies: All materials included in registration.
Guest Artist: Stace Fulwiler Wood
Sewing Machine Essentials
Sunday, July 21, 2024 | 1 - 4P | One-day workshop | $75
If you've never used a sewing machine or you’d simply like a refresher, this workshop is for you! Learn the anatomy of the sewing machine, including, bobbin winding, threading, stitch selection, and sewing a variety of seams. Together, we'll make a quick and easy, yet endlessly customizable pillowcase. Bring your own sewing machine (plus its feet and manual) or use one of the studio’s sewing machine.
Teaching Artist: Carol Devins
Intro to Garment Sewing
Tuesdays, July 9-23, 2024 | 5:30 - 8:30P | 3 sessions | $225
This beginner sewing class starts with and introduction to the sewing machine and ends with the completion of The Workaday Apron by Merchant and Mlls or The Studio Tunic by Sew Liberated. Either option makes a great first project to start your journey into garment sewing. Learn the most frequently used sewing techniques to become an independent maker.
We will prepare our patterns, review material requirements and practice seams and finishes during the first class. Feel free to bring your own sewing machine or use one of the studio sewing machines.
Teaching Artist: Mary Worrell
Work-in-Progress Wednesday
This summer we invite you to bring your in-progress projects to the studio, Wednesdays, 5 - 8P.
These open studios are hosted by volunteer expert sewists and quilters. All studio-based tools and equipment are available for your use. No formal instruction is given, yet volunteers can provide guidance and assistance.
Attendance is $10/session. Fees help cover the cost of maintaining our equipped fiber studio, including our new sewing machines!
Block Print: Vegetables
Saturday, July 27, 2024 | 9A - 12P | One-day workshop | $75
Just as our gardens are kicking into high gear, let’s get inspired by all the produce bursting out around us. Vegetables make a great study for making stamps and they’re practical too–perhaps you’d like to use yours for recipe cards, kitchen towels, t-shirts, or greeting cards. This class will cover all the basic elements of stamp-making: design, carving, stamping. You’ll leave with several prints and a carved stamp to take home and use for more.
Teaching artist: Tracy Gillespie
Shibori
Sunday, July 28, 2024 | 10A - 2P | One-day workshop | $125
Learn the chemistry and techniques of indigo dying! Prepare a variety of silk and cotton fabric by stitching, folding, and binding into patterns. Dip them into the natural indigo vat, then watch as it turns blue before your eyes; lift it out and remove the resist to reveal the unique pattern.
Supplies: A variety of fabrics and a scarf are included with registration. Students are welcome to bring the equivalent of a t-shirt or small skein of yarn to dye, as well. Additional materials may be available for purchase at the workshop.
Teaching artist: June Albright
Work-in-Progress Wednesday
This summer we invite you to bring your in-progress projects to the studio, Wednesdays, 5 - 8P.
These open studios are hosted by volunteer expert sewists and quilters. All studio-based tools and equipment are available for your use. No formal instruction is given, yet volunteers can provide guidance and assistance.
Attendance is $10/session. Fees help cover the cost of maintaining our equipped fiber studio, including our new sewing machines!
Work-in-Progress Wednesday
This summer we invite you to bring your in-progress projects to the studio, Wednesdays, 5 - 8P.
These open studios are hosted by volunteer expert sewists and quilters. All studio-based tools and equipment are available for your use. No formal instruction is given, yet volunteers can provide guidance and assistance.
Attendance is $10/session. Fees help cover the cost of maintaining our equipped fiber studio, including our new sewing machines!
Work-in-Progress Wednesday
This summer we invite you to bring your in-progress projects to the studio, Wednesdays, 5 - 8P.
These open studios are hosted by volunteer expert sewists and quilters. All studio-based tools and equipment are available for your use. No formal instruction is given, yet volunteers can provide guidance and assistance.
Attendance is $10/session. Fees help cover the cost of maintaining our equipped fiber studio, including our new sewing machines!
Work-in-Progress Wednesday
This summer we invite you to bring your in-progress projects to the studio, Wednesdays, 5 - 8P.
These open studios are hosted by volunteer expert sewists and quilters. All studio-based tools and equipment are available for your use. No formal instruction is given, yet volunteers can provide guidance and assistance.
Attendance is $10/session. Fees help cover the cost of maintaining our equipped fiber studio, including our new sewing machines!
Monogram Embroidery (1 SPOT LEFT!)
Sunday, May 12, 2024 | 10A - 1P | One-day workshop | $100
Craft elegant, personalized monograms by hand! Choose your initial and learn essential stitches like split, satin, padded satin, stem, French knots, and more. Leave with a full alphabet guide for future projects. Perfect for beginners!
Supplies: Students should bring a 6” hoop (Nurge #3 recommended) and embroidery snips or scissors to class. All other supplies are provided.
Teaching Artist: Katie Kalata Rusch
Garment Sewing: Pants and Skirts (IN PROGRESS)
Wednesdays, April 10 - May 15, 2024 | 5:30 - 8:30P | 6 sessions | $380
Expand your garment sewing skills by making a simple top, and an elastic waist skirt or elastic waist pants. Patterns to choose from in this class include unisex patterns by Assembly Line for their Pull on Trousers and Wrap Top Patterns. The skirt is a pattern by Paper Theory. Learn to take proper measurements and choose a size, shorten or lengthen a pattern, seam finishes, bindings, stitching techniques and more.
Teaching Artist: Mary Worrell
Calligraphy
Sunday, May 5, 2024 | 1 - 3P | One-day workshop | $150
This introductory calligraphy workshop will help you get started with the basics of modern calligraphy. Learn the fundamental details of this art form. Learn how to hold a pen for optimal results, the basic calligraphy strokes and how to form letters and words. No experience necessary!
Each student will receive a pen holder, a beginner-friendly nib, ink, and practice worksheets to keep.
Complete a small project to take home, as well as have the option to join a private Facebook group to continue the fun.
Teaching Artist: Katherine Orgel
Intro to Needlepoint (1 SPOT LEFT!)
Sunday, May 5, 2024 | 10 - 11:30AM | One-day workshop | $100
Learn the basics of needlepoint in one class. You'll leave knowing how to thread a needle and stitch a canvas. Leave with the knowledge, skills and all of the materials you will need to complete your project at home. All materials included with registration.
Teaching Artists: Kelly Clements & Kayla Fay
Basket-making (SOLD OUT)
Saturday, May 4, 2024 | 9A - 4P | One-day workshop | $180
In this one-day workshop, create an artisan, heirloom-quality basket from start to finish! The baskets are woven using reed with a hardwood base, rails, and rim. You choose the basket style to weave in your one-day workshop. All materials are created and prepared by instructor. Registration closes one week prior to the workshop date.
Guest Artist: Ray Lagasse
Basket-making is also available in June.
Garment Sewing: Pants and Skirts
Wednesdays, April 10 - May 15, 2024 | 5:30 - 8:30P | 6 sessions | $380
Expand your garment sewing skills by making a simple top, and an elastic waist skirt or elastic waist pants. Patterns to choose from in this class include unisex patterns by Assembly Line for their Pull on Trousers and Wrap Top Patterns. The skirt is a pattern by Paper Theory. Learn to take proper measurements and choose a size, shorten or lengthen a pattern, seam finishes, bindings, stitching techniques and more.
Teaching Artist: Mary Worrell
Three-Legged Chopping Block
Saturday, April 27, 2024 | 9A - 4P | One-day workshop | $175
In this potentially vigorous outdoor workshop, participants craft their own three-legged chopping block, and wooden mallet, from raw materials. Participants practice hatchet skills in shaping legs and a handy wooden mallet. Participants can try a hand-powered auger to drill the holes for the legs (a power auger is also on hand). Both the block and mallet are essential tools for wooden spoon makers. All tools and materials are provided.
Guest Artist: André Souligny
Garment Sewing: Pants and Skirts
Wednesdays, April 10 - May 15, 2024 | 5:30 - 8:30P | 6 sessions | $380
Expand your garment sewing skills by making a simple top, and an elastic waist skirt or elastic waist pants. Patterns to choose from in this class include unisex patterns by Assembly Line for their Pull on Trousers and Wrap Top Patterns. The skirt is a pattern by Paper Theory. Learn to take proper measurements and choose a size, shorten or lengthen a pattern, seam finishes, bindings, stitching techniques and more.
Teaching Artist: Mary Worrell
Sewing Machine Essentials (Sold Out)
Sunday, April 21, 2024 | 10A - 1P | One-day workshop | $75
If you've never used a sewing machine or you’d simply like a refresher, this workshop is for you! Learn the anatomy of the sewing machine, including, bobbin winding, threading, stitch selection, and sewing a variety of seams. Together, we'll make a quick and easy, yet endlessly customizable pillowcase. Bring your own sewing machine (plus its feet and manual) or use one of the studio’s sewing machine.
Teaching Artist: Carol Devins
Basket-Making
Saturday, April 20, 2024 | 9A - 4P | One-day workshop | $180
In this one-day workshop, create an artisan, heirloom-quality basket from start to finish! The baskets are woven using reed with a hardwood base, rails, and rim. You choose the basket style to weave in your one-day workshop. All materials are created and prepared by instructor. Registration closes one week prior to the workshop date.
Guest Artist: Ray Lagasse
Basket-making is also available in May and June.
Quilt Block Exploration: Log Cabin
Thursdays, April 4 - 25, 2024 | 10A - 12P | 4 sessions | $75
Log Cabins! Explore this most versatile quilt block structure while learning some new tips and tricks! Includes demonstration and discussion of foundational piecing, accurate seams allowances, and lots of creativity. Discover the variety of patterns that you can create with this simple block pattern. Offered in partnership with Bugbee Senior Center with generous support from the Vermont Arts Council.
Bring your sewing machine (plus its feet and manual) or use one of the studio's sewing machines.
We will review material requirements at the first class. Choose from a variety of fabrics from our collection, or bring your own to personalize your project.
Offered in partnership with Bugbee Senior Center and with generous support from the Vermont Arts Council.
Teaching Artist: Carol Devins
Garment Sewing: Pants and Skirts
Wednesdays, April 10 - May 15, 2024 | 5:30 - 8:30P | 6 sessions | $380
Expand your garment sewing skills by making a simple top, and an elastic waist skirt or elastic waist pants. Patterns to choose from in this class include unisex patterns by Assembly Line for their Pull on Trousers and Wrap Top Patterns. The skirt is a pattern by Paper Theory. Learn to take proper measurements and choose a size, shorten or lengthen a pattern, seam finishes, bindings, stitching techniques and more.
Teaching Artist: Mary Worrell
Deckle Box Paper-making
Saturday, April 13, 2024 | 10A - 1P | One-day workshop | $100
Learn a variety of decorative hand paper-making techniques using a deckle box. This simple tool can be made at home and allows you to make beautiful sheets of paper in a small space with minimal mess. We will explore multicolored pulp painting, botanical inclusions, textural effects, and other techniques using a combination of plant fibers and recycled paper fibers. Everyone will create a unique assortment of handmade papers.
Teaching Artist: Emma Percy
Quilt Block Exploration: Log Cabin (Sold Out)
Thursdays, April 4 - 25, 2024 | 10A - 12P | 4 sessions | $75
Log Cabins! Explore this most versatile quilt block structure while learning some new tips and tricks! Includes demonstration and discussion of foundational piecing, accurate seams allowances, and lots of creativity. Discover the variety of patterns that you can create with this simple block pattern. Offered in partnership with Bugbee Senior Center with generous support from the Vermont Arts Council.
Bring your sewing machine (plus its feet and manual) or use one of the studio's sewing machines.
We will review material requirements at the first class. Choose from a variety of fabrics from our collection, or bring your own to personalize your project.
Offered in partnership with Bugbee Senior Center and with generous support from the Vermont Arts Council.
Teaching Artist: Carol Devins
Garment Sewing: Pants and Skirts
Wednesdays, April 10 - May 15, 2024 | 5:30 - 8:30P | 6 sessions | $380
Expand your garment sewing skills by making a simple top, and an elastic waist skirt or elastic waist pants. Patterns to choose from in this class include unisex patterns by Assembly Line for their Pull on Trousers and Wrap Top Patterns. The skirt is a pattern by Paper Theory. Learn to take proper measurements and choose a size, shorten or lengthen a pattern, seam finishes, bindings, stitching techniques and more.
Teaching Artist: Mary Worrell
Quilt Block Exploration: Log Cabin
Thursdays, April 4 - 25, 2024 | 10A - 12P | 4 sessions | $75
Log Cabins! Explore this most versatile quilt block structure while learning some new tips and tricks! Includes demonstration and discussion of foundational piecing, accurate seams allowances, and lots of creativity. Discover the variety of patterns that you can create with this simple block pattern. Offered in partnership with Bugbee Senior Center with generous support from the Vermont Arts Council.
Bring your sewing machine (plus its feet and manual) or use one of the studio's sewing machines.
We will review material requirements at the first class. Choose from a variety of fabrics from our collection, or bring your own to personalize your project.
Offered in partnership with Bugbee Senior Center and with generous support from the Vermont Arts Council.
Teaching Artist: Carol Devins
Letterpress Exploration
Tuesdays, April 2 - 30, 2024 | 6 - 8P | 5 sessions | At Scale House Print Shop | $250
This class is designed for those who want to explore letterpress printing a little further, have several projects in mind, or want to design something with multiple colors and layers. Students should plan to complete between 2 and 4 projects over the five weeks. You'll have full access to Scale House Print Shop's collection of wood and metal type, ornaments, and hand-carved illustrations.
Guest Artist: Sarah Clark
Birch Bark Wallets
Saturday, March 30, 2024 | 9A - 5P | One-day workshop | $125
Explore the amazing qualities of the inner bark of the paper birch tree, while weaving a diagonal plaited wallet with a leather flap and antler button. Included a discussion of how birch bark is sustainably harvested and processed. Additional $35 material fee payable to instructor.
Guest Artist: Penny Hewitt
Sewing Skill Builder (IN PROGRESS)
Tuesdays, March 5 - 26, 2024 | 5:30 - 8:30P | 4 sessions | $250
Take your sewing skills to the next level, with this four-part workshop that will integrate advanced sewing techniques and pattern use through the creation of bags, an apron, decorative pillows, and even a stuffed animal!
Bring your sewing machine (plus its feet and manual) or use one of the studio's sewing machines.
We will review material requirements on the first night of class. Choose from a variety of fabrics from our collection, or bring your own to personalize your project.
Teaching Artist: Carol Devins
Intro to Spinning (IN PROGRESS)
Monday, March 11-25, 2024 | 5:00 - 7:00P | 3 sessions | $150
Learn the basics of hand-spinning yarn, including how to draft the fiber and spin it into yarn, then how to ply and set your yarn. We’ll briefly touch on parts of the wheel and wheel maintenance, ways to prepare fiber, types of wool, and techniques for spinning. All materials are included.
Bring your own wheel, if you have one. Please contact us at hello@craftstudies.org if you need to borrow a studio spinning wheel.
Knit for Food
In person meet-up canceled due to inclement weather.
We encourage you all to knit from the comfort and safety of your own homes, and to join the related virtual events and activities that can be found here.
CraftStudies is hosting an in-person meet-up to support this year’s Knit for Food, a Knit-a-thon, or 12-hour knitting marathon, to raise funds and awareness for food insecurity.
100% of the funds raised through this national program will be equally divided between four organizations working to end hunger: Feeding America, World Central Kitchen, No Kid Hungry, and Meals of Wheels You can learn more about these organizations here.
There are two ways to support the Knit-a-thon:
STITCH WITH US!: Grab your knitting needles, crochet hook or needle & thread and join us at CraftStudies anytime between 8AM-8PM on Saturday, March 23rd. Let us know you are coming by signing up here.
DONATE: To donate to Knit for Food, simply click here.
Sewing Skill Builder (IN PROGRESS)
Tuesdays, March 5 - 26, 2024 | 5:30 - 8:30P | 4 sessions | $250
Take your sewing skills to the next level, with this four-part workshop that will integrate advanced sewing techniques and pattern use through the creation of bags, an apron, decorative pillows, and even a stuffed animal!
Bring your sewing machine (plus its feet and manual) or use one of the studio's sewing machines.
We will review material requirements on the first night of class. Choose from a variety of fabrics from our collection, or bring your own to personalize your project.
Teaching Artist: Carol Devins
Intro to Spinning (IN PROGRESS)
Monday, March 11-25, 2024 | 5:00 - 7:00P | 3 sessions | $150
Learn the basics of hand-spinning yarn, including how to draft the fiber and spin it into yarn, then how to ply and set your yarn. We’ll briefly touch on parts of the wheel and wheel maintenance, ways to prepare fiber, types of wool, and techniques for spinning. All materials are included.
Bring your own wheel, if you have one. Please contact us at hello@craftstudies.org if you need to borrow a studio spinning wheel.
Pysanky Egg Decorating
Sunday, March 17, 2024 | 1 - 4P | One-day workshop | $85
Learn the Ukrainian egg art of pysanky with Kathleen, an expert egg writer for more than 20 years. Ukrainian egg dying has been a traditional way for greeting spring since ancient times. In this hands-on class, learn how to divide the eggs, use hot beeswax applied with a kistka funnel to write over a succession of aniline dyes and remove the wax, leaving you with one of these unique works of beauty. All tools, wax and dye are included.
Teaching Artist: Kathleen Peters
Black Ash Berry Baskets
Saturday, March 16, 2024 | 10A - 4P | One-day workshop | $125
For thousands of years baskets served as indispensable objects in every culture. Carry on the tradition and take home a beautiful, durable, and useful basket crafted from local and responsibly harvested, hand pounded black ash logs. Weave a square to round basket, approximately 6”x 6” with optional leather strap. Workshop includes a discussion on how the material is harvested and processed. Additional $35 materials fee payable to instructor.
Guest Artist: Penny Hewitt