Course Offerings

Course Description:

Students will explore foundational fiber and textile arts through creative, hands-on projects. Skills may include hand sewing, embroidery, weaving, finger knitting, beginning crochet, and simple textile construction. Students will practice patience, fine motor skills, creativity, and problem-solving while completing handmade projects in a supportive and welcoming environment. Projects may be adapted for student age, ability, and experience level. Course fees include basic materials and supplies needed for class projects.

Possible Skills Covered:

• hand sewing

• threading needles and tying knots

• basic stitches

• finger knitting

• simple weaving

• beginning crochet

• basic embroidery

• fabric and yarn handling

• project planning and finishing

Suggested Ages/Levels:

Elementary through middle school; beginner level. Projects may be adapted based on age and experience.

Cost:

8-week session, 1 hour per week - $120 per student

Course Description:

Students will build on prior fiber arts experience through more advanced sewing and textile projects. Skills may include sewing machine use, pattern work, clothing construction, bag making, doll making, embroidery, crochet, knitting, felting, and finishing techniques. This project-based class encourages creativity, craftsmanship, independence, and problem-solving as students design and complete multi-step handmade projects. Course fees include basic materials and supplies needed for standard class projects. Some optional advanced or student-selected projects may require additional supplies.

Possible Skills Covered:

• sewing machine safety and use

• following simple patterns

• fabric measuring and cutting

• clothing and accessory construction

• doll making

• embroidery

• crochet

• knitting

• felting

• project design

• finishing techniques

Suggested Ages/Levels:

Upper elementary through high school; intermediate to advanced level. Students should have some prior crafting, sewing, or fiber arts experience, or receive instructor approval.

Cost:

8-week session, 2 hours per week - $200 per student

Course Description:

Students receive individualized or small-group instruction in fiber and textile arts based on their interests and skill level. Lessons may include hand sewing, machine sewing, embroidery, crochet, knitting, weaving, felting, doll making, clothing construction, accessories, or support with a student-selected project. Instruction is customized to each student’s pace, goals, and creative interests. Project materials are not included in this course. Private lessons provide one-on-one instruction while semi-private lessons are designed for 2 to 4 students.

Possible Skills Covered:

• beginning or advanced hand sewing

• sewing machine instruction

• embroidery

• crochet

• knitting

• weaving

• finger knitting

• felting

• doll making

• clothing construction

• bags and accessories

• help with independent projects

• custom skill-building lessons

Suggested Ages/Levels:

All levels; instruction is customized for the student or small group.

Private Lesson Cost:

$50 per hour

$80 for a 2-hour session

Semi-Private Lesson Cost:

$25 per student for a 1-hour session

$40 per student for a 2-hour session