Textile Arts

Sashiko Embroidery with Nicki Stewart – G26030410

Have you ever wanted to learn about Sashiko Embroidery? This incredible technique was invented in northern Japan out of the need for repair and to strengthen work clothes and home goods. Sashiko means ‘little stab’ or ‘little pierce’ in Japanese and is a beautiful way to create designs with stitches. In this class, you’ll learn […]

27 - 29 Mar

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Quilting for the Beginner with Patsy Bailey – G26030504

Have you always wanted to learn how to quilt but thought it might be too difficult? This course is designed to guide you from the very first step all the way to a completed quilt!   You’ll create the Potato Chip Block — an ideal project for beginners. Using 2½” x 4½” fabric pieces, you’ll piece […]

29 Mar - 04 Apr

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Traditional Yoruba Adire Eleko & Tie-dye with Indigo with Gasali Adeyemo – G26060303

Learn the traditional Yoruba adire eleko and tie-dye techniques in this workshop with master craftsman Gasali Adeyemo. Experiment with intricate patterns while learning the history and meanings behind the traditional designs. Students will learn how to prepare an indigo vat and cassava paste resist. As you dye your finished pieces in deep blue indigo learn […]

21 - 27 Jun

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Weave the Colors of Ghost Ranch with Sarah Webster and Sarah Noggle – G26070108

Weave dishtowels with the colors of cliffs and mesas, turquoise, sky, sun, sand, and rock.  Pick your pattern of stripes or plaids, then select your colors: brilliant, muted, or the myriad hues you mix in-between to remind you of your visit to Ghost Ranch.  All levels are welcome.

05 - 11 Jul

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Coiling: Ancient Basketry Modern Twist with Robin Przybysz – G26070111

Coiling is not weaving. It is a procedure combining the wrapping of a core material and a sewing process. Coiled baskets with distinctive designs are synonymous with the Southwestern American Indian tribes. These skilled practitioners have raised basket coiling to a classic art form. Coiling is a flexible medium that presents exciting art using both […]

05 - 11 Jul

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Traditional Yoruba Batik: Focus on Multiple Colors with Gasali Adeyemo – G26070404

Learn the traditional Yoruba batik technique as well as the meaning behind the design used. This class is for students who would like to experiment more with color and learn how to use multiple colors within your batik.

26 Jul - 01 Aug

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