Shaker Tape Weaving

Weave a functional footstool with colorful Shaker tape patterns in a hands-on, all-skill-level workshop. Explore handmade craft, creative design, and community connection with sliding-scale pricing.View original

Learn paper or fiber rush weaving while building a durable chair seat, with instruction in a deceptively simple pattern that takes strength and practice to finish neatly. Modifications are available for different needs.View original

Hands-on instruction in traditional chair caning, threading rattan strands through a drilled frame to weave a durable seat. This beginner-friendly, five-session workshop builds practical furniture craft skills.View original

Hands-on chair restoration class teaches traditional Danish cord weaving, transforming a chair with four round rails into a durable, gorgeous seat. Bring your own chair; moderate hand strength is required.View original

Weave a functional footstool by hand using splint reed and a choice of patterns. This creative, community-minded workshop welcomes beginners and experienced makers alike.View original

Shape broom corn and stalk ends into handmade whisk brooms, starting with a cake tester or pot scrubber before progressing to a triad, hawks tail, or turkey wing design.View original

Learn traditional Irish súgán seat weaving with twisted, double-ply green seagrass cord, wrapping a four-rail chair in a hands-on class that is less physically demanding than rush weaving.View original

A relaxed, hands-on introduction to knitting and crochet welcomes beginners, with no supplies or prior experience needed. Learn foundational fiber arts skills in a friendly, accessible workshop.View original

Hands-on basket weaving class focused on building a sturdy square basket, with step-by-step instruction and materials guidance. A cozy creative workshop geared toward beginners and curious crafters looking to learn practical weaving techniques.View original

Step by step instruction covers casting on, basic stitches, and simple pattern reading while you knit a cozy shawl. Expect a relaxed, supportive fiber arts workshop geared to true beginners at a neighborhood craft shop.View original

Create a cozy chunky blanket in a hands-on textile workshop, learning the basics of working with bulky yarn to shape a soft, oversized throw.View original

Learn tabby and twill weaving techniques through paper selection and design concepts, experimenting with varied materials to create handmade holiday pieces in an adult creative workshop.View original

Hands-on willow basket weaving blends traditional craft with mindful reflection in a mountain retreat setting. Participants cultivate connection to the Earth, themselves, and community through a shared creative practice.View original

Beginner friendly hands on fabric painting workshop at Trackside Studios, focusing on foundational brushwork and color mixing techniques for decorating textiles and wearable items.View original

Shape ceramic pieces using the pinch-pot technique in a hands-on pottery workshop, then glaze and fire your work. Adult participants learn tactile clay crafting with guidance from a local potter.View original

A lively fiber arts gathering at the Folk Art Center with tactile yarn and textile traditions in focus. Expect weaving and spinning demonstrations, hands-on craft activities, and a community friendly atmosphere for all ages.View original

Create a winter-window collage in a hands-on mixed-media art workshop, exploring composition and texture while building a seasonal scene. A tactile creative session centered on collage and imaginative winter imagery.View original

Hands-on jewelry class focused on fabricating stud earrings using sterling silver, brass, and copper. Expect beginner-friendly metalworking techniques, simple forming and finishing, and take-home pieces made in an artisan studio setting.View original

Hands-on jewelry workshop covering the full metalsmithing process—measuring, sawing, shaping, soldering, and polishing—to create three stackable rings. Choose sterling silver or 14k gold fill and leave with finished pieces ready to wear.View original

Create a whimsical spider suncatcher in a beginner friendly beading class, learning hands-on techniques to make a spooky handmade treasure to take home.View original