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Nov
14
Shoe-Making: The Pathfinder (SOLD OUT)
Thursday, November 14 - Sunday, November 17, 2024 | 10A - 4P | Weekend workshop | $425
Experience the age-old cordwainer* craft! Use the original tin patterns, circa 1920, and many other antique shoemaking tools—that have been used by generations of Cordwainers—to craft a pair of the Pathfinder Oxford style of shoe.
Choose from an array of beautiful leathers, and learn traditional skills like how to cut leather, lay the patterns, hand lace the uppers, and waxing and burnishing the sole side. Near the end of class, you’ll inscribe your shoes with your name as a mark of your incredible, personalized creation.
Open to all skill levels, but some hand strength is required since the entire shoe is laced by hand.
Supplies: Materials are not included with registration. A materials fee of $250 is payable to the teaching artist.
Teaching Artist: Molly Grant
*A cordwainer is a shoemaker who makes new shoes from leather (as opposed to a cobbler who repairs existing shoes).
Nov
15
Shoe-Making: The Pathfinder (SOLD OUT)
Thursday, November 14 - Sunday, November 17, 2024 | 10A - 4P | Weekend workshop | $425
Experience the age-old cordwainer* craft! Use the original tin patterns, circa 1920, and many other antique shoemaking tools—that have been used by generations of Cordwainers—to craft a pair of the Pathfinder Oxford style of shoe.
Choose from an array of beautiful leathers, and learn traditional skills like how to cut leather, lay the patterns, hand lace the uppers, and waxing and burnishing the sole side. Near the end of class, you’ll inscribe your shoes with your name as a mark of your incredible, personalized creation.
Open to all skill levels, but some hand strength is required since the entire shoe is laced by hand.
Supplies: Materials are not included with registration. A materials fee of $250 is payable to the teaching artist.
Teaching Artist: Molly Grant
*A cordwainer is a shoemaker who makes new shoes from leather (as opposed to a cobbler who repairs existing shoes).
Nov
16
Shoe-Making: The Pathfinder (SOLD OUT)
Thursday, November 14 - Sunday, November 17, 2024 | 10A - 4P | Weekend workshop | $425
Experience the age-old cordwainer* craft! Use the original tin patterns, circa 1920, and many other antique shoemaking tools—that have been used by generations of Cordwainers—to craft a pair of the Pathfinder Oxford style of shoe.
Choose from an array of beautiful leathers, and learn traditional skills like how to cut leather, lay the patterns, hand lace the uppers, and waxing and burnishing the sole side. Near the end of class, you’ll inscribe your shoes with your name as a mark of your incredible, personalized creation.
Open to all skill levels, but some hand strength is required since the entire shoe is laced by hand.
Supplies: Materials are not included with registration. A materials fee of $250 is payable to the teaching artist.
Teaching Artist: Molly Grant
*A cordwainer is a shoemaker who makes new shoes from leather (as opposed to a cobbler who repairs existing shoes).
Nov
17
Shoe-Making: The Pathfinder (SOLD OUT)
Thursday, November 14 - Sunday, November 17, 2024 | 10A - 4P | Weekend workshop | $425
Experience the age-old cordwainer* craft! Use the original tin patterns, circa 1920, and many other antique shoemaking tools—that have been used by generations of Cordwainers—to craft a pair of the Pathfinder Oxford style of shoe.
Choose from an array of beautiful leathers, and learn traditional skills like how to cut leather, lay the patterns, hand lace the uppers, and waxing and burnishing the sole side. Near the end of class, you’ll inscribe your shoes with your name as a mark of your incredible, personalized creation.
Open to all skill levels, but some hand strength is required since the entire shoe is laced by hand.
Supplies: Materials are not included with registration. A materials fee of $250 is payable to the teaching artist.
Teaching Artist: Molly Grant
*A cordwainer is a shoemaker who makes new shoes from leather (as opposed to a cobbler who repairs existing shoes).
Nov
17
Block Print: Ornaments
Sunday, November 17, 2024 | 1 - 4P | One-day workshop | $75
Print and make your own holiday ornaments. Design and carve a stamp to create beautiful 3D ornaments. You can use your ornaments to decorate a tree, a window, or you can even fill them with treats for a homemade Advent calendar. You’ll leave class with a few ornaments and a block you can use to create more at home.
Supplies: All materials are included with registration.
Teaching Artist: Tracy Gillespie
Nov
18
Sewing Basics (IN PROGRESS)
Mondays, November 4 - 18, 2024 | 5:30 - 8:30P | 3 sessions | $200
If you've never used a sewing machine or you’d simply like a refresher, this series of workshops is for you! Each of these short accessible workshops will build your sewing confidence!
This workshop will introduce you to the anatomy of the sewing machine and how to get started including, bobbin winding, threading, stitch selection and sewing a variety of seams. Over the course of 3 weeks, we will make a customaizable projects including a pillowcases, tote bags and zipper pouches.
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
Nov
19
Classic Buttoned Shirt
Tuesdays, November 19 - December 10, 2024 | 5:30 - 8:30P | 4 sessions | $250
Join us to learn the art of shirt making and create a classic button shirt: a timeless wardrobe staple. Strengthen your sewing skills and perfect your technique.
This class is designed for the confident beginner or intermediate sewist.
Supplies: Bring your sewing machine (plus its feet and manual) or use one of the studio's sewing machines.
In addition, students should download, print, and assemble the Noa Linen Shirt pattern before the first class session. We recommend having your patterns printed on size A0 paper at your local copy shop. Ask the shop to print at 100% with no scaling or tiling.
Teaching Artist: Mary Worrell
Nov
20
Scrap Quilts (SOLD OUT)
Wednesdays, October 23 - November 20, 2024 | 5:30 - 8:30P | 5 sessions | $300
Clear out your fabric stash and turn those beloved scraps into beautiful, one-of-a-kind quilts! Learn efficient techniques for cutting and arranging fabric scraps, explore creative quilt layouts, and master finishing touches to create stunning, sustainable quilts. Perfect for quilters of all levels, this class offers personalized guidance to help you transform your fabric remnants into cherished masterpieces.
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
Nov
23
Letterpress Holiday Cards (SOLD OUT)
Saturday, November 23, 2024 | 10A - 2:30P | One-day workshop | $150
Nothing says “happy holidays” like a handmade card, and nothings says handmade better than letterpress! Using antique wood and metal type, ornaments, and illustrations, you’ll design a single-color card and print it on a printing press that started its working life in 1892.
At the end of the day, you’ll take home 25 handmade cards (plus envelopes) in plenty of time to get them sent to friends and family before the holiday season gets too busy. Class takers should come with an idea of a short phrase (no more than 10 words) that they’d like to use in their card design, and wear clothes that they don’t mind getting a little inky.
Supplies: All materials are included with registration.
Guest Artist: Sarah Clark
Nov
23
T-shirt Quilts (2 SPOTS LEFT)
Saturday, November 23, 2024 | 10 - 1P | One-day workshop | $100
Turn your cherished memorabilia into a cozy quilt! Learn how to select, prepare, and stabilize your t-shirts and to design and assemble your quilt top using foundational quilting skills. Perfect for all skill levels,
Supplies: Bring your collection of pre-washed t-shirts (10 - 20 recommended for a lap quilt), and your sewing machine (plus its feet and manual) or use one of the studio's sewing machines.
Teaching Artist: Carol Devins
Nov
23
Sheepskin Slippers
Saturday, November 23, 2024 | 12 - 4P | One-day workshop | $225
Spend an afternoon crafting your own pair of wool sheepskin slippers! Start by selecting your sheepskin colors, then trace, cut, hammer, and stitch your slippers together. You’ll leave with a pair of handmade, customized, and super warm slippers that will last through many chilly seasons. No previous experience necessary.
Supplies: All materials are included with registration.
Teaching Artist: Stace Fulwiler Wood
Nov
24
Block Print Journals
Sunday, November 24, 2024 | 10A - 4P | One-day workshop | $150
Block printing is an ancient method of printmaking that can be used to create beautiful, decorated papers. Not only is it fun, but it’s something you can easily do at home. In this workshop, you’ll experiment with printing and use one of your own papers to cover a handmade journal. First, we will learn how to design and carve rubber stamps that will be used to create your own decorated papers. You’ll focus on basic shapes that can be used for layering and repeating to create rich and complex patterns. Then, you’ll select one of your papers for the cover – you can save your unused papers for other projects. You’ll make a book using a binding that allows the book to remain flat when opened, making it perfect for use as a sketchbook or journal. You’ll receive a detailed handout and resource list for all materials we use. No previous experience is required – this is a great workshop for a beginner.
Supplies: All materials are included with registration.
Guest Artist: Elissa Campbell
Nov
24
Sewing Machine Essentials
Sunday, November 24, 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
This workshop introduces you to the anatomy of the sewing machine and how to get started including, bobbin winding, threading, stitch selection and sewing a variety of seams. Together, we will make a quick and easy, yet endlessly customizable pillowcase.
Supplies: Bring your own sewing machine (including its “feet” and manual) or use one of the studio machines.
Choose from a variety of fabrics from our collection, or bring along the following to personalize your project: 3/4 yard for the body of the pillow, 1/4 yard for the cuff & 1/4 yard for accent. We recommend 100% quilting cotton.
Teaching Artist: Carol Devins
Nov
26
Classic Buttoned Shirt
Tuesdays, November 19 - December 10, 2024 | 5:30 - 8:30P | 4 sessions | $250
Join us to learn the art of shirt making and create a classic button shirt: a timeless wardrobe staple. Strengthen your sewing skills and perfect your technique.
This class is designed for the confident beginner or intermediate sewist.
Supplies: Students should download, print, and assemble the Noa Linen Shirt pattern before the first class session. We recommend having your patterns printed on size A0 paper at your local copy shop. Ask the shop to print at 100% with no scaling or tiling.
Teaching Artist: Mary Worrell
Dec
3
Classic Buttoned Shirt
Tuesdays, November 19 - December 10, 2024 | 5:30 - 8:30P | 4 sessions | $250
Join us to learn the art of shirt making and create a classic button shirt: a timeless wardrobe staple. Strengthen your sewing skills and perfect your technique.
This class is designed for the confident beginner or intermediate sewist.
Supplies: Bring your sewing machine (plus its feet and manual) or use one of the studio's sewing machines.
In addition, students should download, print, and assemble the Noa Linen Shirt pattern before the first class session. We recommend having your patterns printed on size A0 paper at your local copy shop. Ask the shop to print at 100% with no scaling or tiling.
Teaching Artist: Mary Worrell
Dec
4
Foundation Paper Piecing
Wednesdays December 4 - 11, 2024 | 5:30 - 8:30P | 2 sessions | $150
Create intricate quilts using paper piecing! Learn to prepare patterns, piece fabrics, and achieve perfect seams. Whether you are a beginner or an experienced quilter, this class will enhance your skills and creativity.
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
Dec
7
Basket-making (SOLD OUT)
Saturday, December 7, 2024 | 9A - 4P | One-day workshop | $185
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. Registration closes one week prior to the workshop date.
Supplies: All materials are included with registration.
Guest Artist: Ray Lagasse
Dec
7
Intro to Kohlrosing a Butter Knife
Saturday, December 7, 2024 | 10A - 1P | One-day workshop | $100
Kohlrosing is known to be a Scandinavian decorative technique dating back to at least the Middle Ages involving rubbing dark color into incisions cut in wood using oil and finely ground powders such as charcoal, cinnamon, or coffee. This technique was and is used to decorate wooden spoons, containers, and other wooden objects in material culture with lettering, patterns, designs, and line drawings. In this workshop, we will practice Kohlrosing techniques on wood first before working on a pre-prepared wooden butterknife, laying out a design, incising the wood, rubbing in the oil and powder, and burnishing the design leaving behind a lovely image.
Supplies: All materials are included with registration. This is a close-up technique so be prepared with glasses if you use them!
Guest Artist: Andre Souligny
Dec
8
The Crafter’s Kitchen: Holiday Pies (2 SPOTS LEFT)
Sunday, December 8, 2024, 9A - 12P; Wednesday, December 11, 2024, 6-9P; Sunday, December 15, 2024, 9A -4P | 3 sessions | $350
Create a memorable holiday with pottery, basket-weaving, and baking! Sculpt a ceramic pie dish, weave a pie basket, and master pie-baking in this unique collaboration with King Arthur Baking Company.
December 8: Ceramic pie plate (at CraftStudies)
December 11: Easy as pie (at King Arthur Baking Company)
December 15: Double pie basket (at CraftStudies)
Supplies: All materials are included with registration.
Teaching & Guest Artists: Deb Churchill, Ray Lagasse
Dec
8
Paste Paper Gift Wrap
Sunday, December 8, 2024 | 10A - 4P | One-day workshop | $150
Tired of the same old gift wrap? Then this class is for you! Paste papers are made by applying a mixture of paint and pigment to damp paper and then using tools to create pattern and texture on the surface. Different methods will be demonstrated to guide you as you create your own paste papers with vibrant colors. We’ll use methyl cellulose in a paste recipe that’s easy to recreate on your own. Work with acid-free paper, so you can even use the papers in your bookmaking or other craft projects.
Each participant will leave class with a collection of paste papers and a basic knowledge of paste paper technique. You will receive a detailed handout and resource list for all materials we use. No previous experience is required – this is a great class for a beginner.
Supplies: All materials are included with registration.
Guest Artist: Elissa Campbell
Dec
10
Classic Buttoned Shirt
Tuesdays, November 19 - December 10, 2024 | 5:30 - 8:30P | 4 sessions | $250
Join us to learn the art of shirt making and create a classic button shirt: a timeless wardrobe staple. Strengthen your sewing skills and perfect your technique.
This class is designed for the confident beginner or intermediate sewist.
Supplies: Bring your sewing machine (plus its feet and manual) or use one of the studio's sewing machines.
In addition, students should download, print, and assemble the Noa Linen Shirt pattern before the first class session. We recommend having your patterns printed on size A0 paper at your local copy shop. Ask the shop to print at 100% with no scaling or tiling.
Teaching Artist: Mary Worrell
Dec
11
Foundation Paper Piecing
Wednesdays December 4 - 11, 2024 | 5:30 - 8:30P | 2 sessions | $150
Create intricate quilts using paper piecing! Learn to prepare patterns, piece fabrics, and achieve perfect seams. Whether you are a beginner or an experienced quilter, this class will enhance your skills and creativity.
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
Dec
11
The Crafter’s Kitchen: Holiday Pies (2 SPOTS LEFT)
Sunday, December 8, 2024, 9A - 12P; Wednesday, December 11, 2024, 6-9P; Sunday, December 15, 2024, 9A -4P | 3 sessions | $350
Create a memorable holiday with pottery, basket-weaving, and baking! Sculpt a ceramic pie dish, weave a pie basket, and master pie-baking in this unique collaboration with King Arthur Baking Company.
December 8: Ceramic pie plate (at CraftStudies)
December 11: Easy as pie (at King Arthur Baking Company)
December 15: Double pie basket (at CraftStudies)
Supplies: All materials are included with registration.
Teaching & Guest Artists: Deb Churchill, Ray Lagasse
Dec
15
The Crafter’s Kitchen: Holiday Pies (2 SPOTS LEFT)
Sunday, December 8, 2024, 9A - 12P; Wednesday, December 11, 2024, 6-9P; Sunday, December 15, 2024, 9A -4P | 3 sessions | $350
Create a memorable holiday with pottery, basket-weaving, and baking! Sculpt a ceramic pie dish, weave a pie basket, and master pie-baking in this unique collaboration with King Arthur Baking Company.
December 8: Ceramic pie plate (at CraftStudies)
December 11: Easy as pie (at King Arthur Baking Company)
December 15: Double pie basket (at CraftStudies)
Supplies: All materials are included with registration.
Teaching & Guest Artists: Deb Churchill, Ray Lagasse
Dec
21
Letterpress Gift Tags (2 SPOTS LEFT)
Saturday, December 21, 2024 | 10A - 2:30P | One-day workshop | $150
Give your gifts that final piece of made-with-love polish with hand-printed letterpress gift tags! Using antique wood and metal type, ornaments, and illustrations, you’ll design a personalized tag that will let any gift recipient know how much you think of them, then print it on a press that began its working life in 1892 for that special “impression” that only letterpress can give. Bring your creativity and wear clothes you don’t mind getting a little inky. Class takers will go home with 25 tags that will elevate the holidays for their friends and loved ones this year.
Supplies: All materials are included with registration.
Guest Artist: Sarah Clark
Nov
13
Scrap Quilts (SOLD OUT)
Wednesdays, October 23 - November 20, 2024 | 5:30 - 8:30P | 5 sessions | $300
Clear out your fabric stash and turn those beloved scraps into beautiful, one-of-a-kind quilts! Learn efficient techniques for cutting and arranging fabric scraps, explore creative quilt layouts, and master finishing touches to create stunning, sustainable quilts. Perfect for quilters of all levels, this class offers personalized guidance to help you transform your fabric remnants into cherished masterpieces.
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
Nov
11
Sewing Basics (IN PROGRESS)
Mondays, November 4 - 18, 2024 | 5:30 - 8:30P | 3 sessions | $200
If you've never used a sewing machine or you’d simply like a refresher, this series of workshops is for you! Each of these short accessible workshops will build your sewing confidence!
This workshop will introduce you to the anatomy of the sewing machine and how to get started including, bobbin winding, threading, stitch selection and sewing a variety of seams. Over the course of 3 weeks, we will make a customaizable projects including a pillowcases, tote bags and zipper pouches.
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
Nov
10
Birch Bark Ornaments
Sunday, November 10, 2024 | 9A - 1P | One-day workshop | $100
Enjoy the simple pleasure of creating a decoration or gift from local materials that have been responsibly harvested. Utilizing techniques common to the Scandinavian and Russian style of basketry, you will craft birds and stars from strips of inner bark from the paper birch. Included is a discussion on how the material is harvested and prepared. For students, ages 14+.
Supplies: Materials are not included with registration. A $35 materials fee is payable to the Teaching Artist.
Guest Artist: Penny Hewitt
Nov
9
Intro to Punch Needle Rug-hooking (1 SPOT LEFT!)
Saturday, November 9, 2024 | 9A - 1P | One-day workshop | $100
In this one-day Punch Needle workshop create a 5” X 5” mug rug or trivet with the Oxford Punch Needle. Choose from one of four Punch Needle designs - Bird, Sheep, Maple Leaf or Pine Tree.
Supplies: A kit of materials is included with registration, including a pattern, directions, monks’ cloth, and yarn. Tools, such as the #10 Oxford Regular Punch Needle and No Slip Frame are provided with an option to purchase at the end of workshop.
Guest Artist: Krista Atkenson
Nov
6
Scrap Quilts (SOLD OUT)
Wednesdays, October 23 - November 20, 2024 | 5:30 - 8:30P | 5 sessions | $300
Clear out your fabric stash and turn those beloved scraps into beautiful, one-of-a-kind quilts! Learn efficient techniques for cutting and arranging fabric scraps, explore creative quilt layouts, and master finishing touches to create stunning, sustainable quilts. Perfect for quilters of all levels, this class offers personalized guidance to help you transform your fabric remnants into cherished masterpieces.
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
Nov
4
Sewing Basics
Mondays, November 4 - 18, 2024 | 5:30 - 8:30P | 3 sessions | $200
If you've never used a sewing machine or you’d simply like a refresher, this series of workshops is for you! Each of these short accessible workshops will build your sewing confidence!
This workshop will introduce you to the anatomy of the sewing machine and how to get started including, bobbin winding, threading, stitch selection and sewing a variety of seams. Over the course of 3 weeks, we will make a customaizable projects including a pillowcases, tote bags and zipper pouches.
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
Nov
3
Serger Essentials (SOLD OUT)
Sunday, November 3, 2024 | 1 - 4P | One-day workshop | $75
Streamline your sewing process with a serger! In this introductory workshop, you’ll learn essential skills, including threading, tension adjustment, and basic stitches on the serger. Leave with the knowledge to finish seams professionally and tackle a variety of fabrics.
Supplies: Bring your serger (plus its manual). If you do not have your own serger, email us at hello@craftstudies.org.
Teaching Artist: Carol Devins
Nov
2
Basket-making (SOLD OUT)
Saturday, November 2, 2024 | 9A - 4P | One-day workshop | $185
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. Registration closes one week prior to the workshop date.
Supplies: All materials are included with registration.
Guest Artist: Ray Lagasse
Oct
30
Scrap Quilts (SOLD OUT)
Wednesdays, October 23 - November 20, 2024 | 5:30 - 8:30P | 5 sessions | $300
Clear out your fabric stash and turn those beloved scraps into beautiful, one-of-a-kind quilts! Learn efficient techniques for cutting and arranging fabric scraps, explore creative quilt layouts, and master finishing touches to create stunning, sustainable quilts. Perfect for quilters of all levels, this class offers personalized guidance to help you transform your fabric remnants into cherished masterpieces.
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
Oct
30
Quilt Block Exploration: Stars (IN PROGRESS)
Wednesdays, October 2 - 30, 2024 (skips October 16) | 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
Oct
27
Wardrobe in a Weekend
Friday October 25 - Sunday, October 27, 2024 | 10A - 3P | Weekend workshop | $300
Are you a confident beginner or intermediate sewist? Join us for a weekend intensive working on wardrobe-worthy projects. Bring your own patterns or make a top and bottom set of tried and true wardrobe staples, as you learn new skills and perfect the ones you know.
Coffee and snacks will be provided each day, so you can spend the weekend stitching.
Supplies: Mary will be in touch with students in advance of the class to discuss your goals and appropriate fabric selection.
Students may be expected to purchase sewing patterns in advance. We recommend having your patterns printed on size A0 paper at your local copy shop. Ask the shop to print at 100% with no scaling or tiling.
Bring your sewing machine or use a studio machine.
Teaching artist: Mary Worrell
Oct
26
Wardrobe in a Weekend
Friday October 25 - Sunday, October 27, 2024 | 10A - 3P | Weekend workshop | $300
Are you a confident beginner or intermediate sewist? Join us for a weekend intensive working on wardrobe-worthy projects. Bring your own patterns or make a top and bottom set of tried and true wardrobe staples, as you learn new skills and perfect the ones you know.
Coffee and snacks will be provided each day, so you can spend the weekend stitching.
Supplies: Bring your sewing machine (plus its feet and manual) or use one of the studio's sewing machines.
In addition, students may be expected to purchase sewing patterns in advance. We recommend having your patterns printed on size A0 paper at your local copy shop. Ask the shop to print at 100% with no scaling or tiling.
Mary will be in touch with students in advance of the class to discuss your goals and appropriate fabric selection.
Teaching Artist: Mary Worrell
Oct
25
Wardrobe in a Weekend
Friday October 25 - Sunday, October 27, 2024 | 10A - 3P | Weekend workshop | $300
Are you a confident beginner or intermediate sewist? Join us for a weekend intensive working on wardrobe-worthy projects. Bring your own patterns or make a top and bottom set of tried and true wardrobe staples, as you learn new skills and perfect the ones you know.
Coffee and snacks will be provided each day, so you can spend the weekend stitching.
Supplies: Bring your sewing machine (plus its feet and manual) or use one of the studio's sewing machines.
In addition, students may be expected to purchase sewing patterns in advance. We recommend having your patterns printed on size A0 paper at your local copy shop. Ask the shop to print at 100% with no scaling or tiling.
Mary will be in touch with students in advance of the class to discuss your goals and appropriate fabric selection.
Teaching Artist: Mary Worrell
Oct
23
Scrap Quilts (SOLD OUT)
Wednesdays, October 23 - November 20, 2024 | 5:30 - 8:30P | 5 sessions | $300
Clear out your fabric stash and turn those beloved scraps into beautiful, one-of-a-kind quilts! Learn efficient techniques for cutting and arranging fabric scraps, explore creative quilt layouts, and master finishing touches to create stunning, sustainable quilts. Perfect for quilters of all levels, this class offers personalized guidance to help you transform your fabric remnants into cherished masterpieces.
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
Oct
23
Quilt Block Exploration: Stars
Thursdays, October 2 - 30, 2024 (skips October 16) | 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
Oct
22
The Joy of Embroidery
Tuesdays, October 8 - 22, 2024 | 5:30 - 8:30P | 3 sessions | $225
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 develop your skills through trying different types of embroidery, this course offers a blend of practical knowledge and hands-on practice to unlock your creativity and master the art of needlework.
Supplies: All materials are included with registration.
Teaching Artist: June Albright
Oct
20
Block Print: Spooky Garland
Sunday, October 20, 2024 | 1 - 4P | One-day workshop | $75
Get into the Halloween spirit with Block Print: Spooky Garland! You'll carve your own spine-chilling stamps to create a festive garland. Learn the basics of block printing, from design and carving to inking and printing. Take home your custom-carved stamps and a unique Halloween garland to add an eerie touch to your decorations.
Supplies: All materials are included with registration.
Teaching Artist: Tracy Gillespie
Oct
15
The Joy of Embroidery
Tuesdays, October 8 - 22, 2024 | 5:30 - 8:30P | 3 sessions | $225
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 develop your skills through trying different types of embroidery, this course offers a blend of practical knowledge and hands-on practice to unlock your creativity and master the art of needlework.
Supplies: All materials are included with registration.
Teaching Artist: June Albright
Oct
13
Intro to Needlepoint
Sunday, October 13, 2024 | 10A - 12P | 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.
Supplies: All materials are included with registration.
Teaching Artists: Kelly Clements & Kayla Fay
Oct
9
Quilt Block Exploration: Stars
Thursdays, October 2 - 30, 2024 (skips October 16)| 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
Oct
8
The Joy of Embroidery
Tuesdays, October 8 - 22, 2024 | 5:30 - 8:30P | 3 sessions | $225
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 develop your skills through trying different types of embroidery, this course offers a blend of practical knowledge and hands-on practice to unlock your creativity and master the art of needlework.
Supplies: All materials are included with registration.
Teaching Artist: June Albright
Oct
5
Basket-making
Saturday, October 5, 2024 | 9A - 4P | One-day workshop | $185
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. Registration closes one week prior to the workshop date.
Supplies: All materials are included with registration.
Guest Artist: Ray Lagasse
Oct
2
Quilt Block Exploration: Stars
Wednesdays, October 2 - 30, 2024 (skips October 16) | 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
Oct
1
Intro to Garment-sewing
Tuesdays, September 10 - October 1, 2024 | 5:30 - 8:30P | 4 sessions | $250
This beginner sewing class starts with and introduction to the sewing machine and ends with the completion of the Allspice Apron by Hey June Handmade 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.
Supplies: Bring your sewing machine (plus its feet and manual) or use one of the studio's sewing machines.
In addition, students are expected to purchase one of the following patterns:
Teaching Artist: Mary Worrell
Sep
30
The Crafter’s Kitchen: Bread & Butter (SOLD OUT)
Mondays, September 9 - 30, 2024 | No class on September 16, 2024 | 6 -9P | 3 sessions | $275
Create beautiful, functional crafts for your kitchen and master the basics of bread-making in this unique collaboration with King Arthur Baking Company.
September 9: Hand-built ceramic butter dish (at CraftStudies)
September 23: Hand-carved butter knives (at CraftStudies)
September 30: Yeast bread basics (at King Arthur Baking Company)
Supplies: All materials are included with registration.
Teaching & Guest Artists: Anita Onofrio, Tony Luckino, and André Souligny
Sep
28
Silk Marbling
Saturday, September 28, 2024 | 10A - 1P | One-day workshop | $125
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. All materials provided.
Teaching Artist: Amy Marcoux
Sep
24
Intro to Garment-sewing (1 SPOT LEFT!)
Tuesdays, September 10 - October 1, 2024 | 5:30 - 8:30P | 4 sessions | $250
This beginner sewing class starts with and introduction to the sewing machine and ends with the completion of the Allspice Apron by Hey June Handmade 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.
Supplies: Bring your sewing machine (plus its feet and manual) or use one of the studio's sewing machines.
In addition, students are expected to purchase one of the following patterns:
Teaching Artist: Mary Worrell
Sep
23
The Crafter’s Kitchen: Bread & Butter (SOLD OUT)
Mondays, September 9 - 30, 2024 | No class on September 16, 2024 | 6 -9P | 3 sessions | $275
Create beautiful, functional crafts for your kitchen and master the basics of bread-making in this unique collaboration with King Arthur Baking Company.
September 9: Hand-built ceramic butter dish (at CraftStudies)
September 23: Hand-carved butter knives (at CraftStudies)
September 30: Yeast Bread Basics (at King Arthur Baking Company)
Supplies: All materials are included with registration.
Teaching & Guest Artists: Anita Onofrio, Tony Luckino, and André Souligny
Sep
22
Sewing Machine Essentials (1 SPOT LEFT!)
Sunday, September 22, 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
This workshop introduces you to the anatomy of the sewing machine and how to get started including, bobbin winding, threading, stitch selection and sewing a variety of seams. Together, we will make a quick and easy, yet endlessly customizable pillowcase.
Supplies: Bring your own sewing machine (including its “feet” and manual) or use one of the studio machines.
Choose from a variety of fabrics from our collection, or bring along the following to personalize your project: 3/4 yard for the body of the pillow, 1/4 yard for the cuff & 1/4 yard for accent. We recommend 100% quilting cotton.
Teaching Artist: Carol Devins
Sep
21