Find inspiration for your fiber art in small group classes taught by skilled hobbyists to professionals who have a passion for fostering creativity in fiber art. Classes for beginners include topics such as fundamental sewing skills, crochet, and embroidery. More experienced students can build on their skills with classes on visible mending, machine sewing, basket weaving, and more. Classes are taught in the Cottage and House and vary each month.
Upcoming Classes
Needle Felting: Coasters
Saturday, July 27 ~ 12:30pm to 4:30pm
Learn how to create four needle-felted coasters, each with its own unique image. They are easy enough for beginners and great for anyone with felting experience looking for a little more challenge. Your instructor will demonstrate step-by-step how to make the pictured birds, or guide students on ways to alter the coasters to create different birds or scenes. Completed coasters are each four (4) inches in diameter. These coasters make the perfect handmade gift to give or to keep for yourself.
Everyone will receive various colors of wool, wooden embroidery hoop, needles, a felting pad, wooden handle, instructions, a convenient organizer case, and a carrying tote. *Class Note: Please bring your multi-needle holders if you have them.
Community Instructor: Iva Jean Kristek
Crochet: Granny Squares
Wednesday, July 31 ~ 6pm to 8pm
Let’s continue expanding your stitch knowledge! In this class, we’ll be using double-crochet and chain stitches to create granny squares in a few different shapes (square, triangles and more!).
The fun in these projects is using up your scrap yarn to make many granny squares and then sewing them together into different finished products! Think blankets, vests, purses, scarves, coasters, and more.
We’ll start by choosing your desired project, your yarn colors, and the correct sized hook. All these supplies are included with your tuition fee to reduce beginner frustration from the wrong tools. A variety of yarns and tools will be on hand for you to choose from. Participants are encouraged to bring in any scrap yarn they have at home or to check out the 577 Curiosity Shop’s yarn selection for added variety to their finished project. Everyone will take home a crochet hook, a ball of yarn, and a few handouts for at-home reference to continue practicing at home. Projects will vary but are approximately 4 to 5 inches square.
Please Note: This class is open to participants ages 16+. Everyone MUST have taken an Intro to Crochet class at 577 to participate or receive permission from the instructor.
Community Instructor: Annie Johnson
Macrame Knot-ology: Keychain
Tuesday, August 6 ~ 10am to 12pm
Unlock your creativity and dive into the world of macrame with this hands-on class! Each participant will learn several different macrame knots by completing 4 keychains. Mastering these knots will allow the participant to go on to more difficult projects. Several patterns for other projects will be provided along with materials to practice with at home. Completed keychains will vary in size, approximately 7 to 10 inches long.
Please note: Students should bring sharp fabric scissors. All other materials are provided. *Participants ages 13 to 17 are welcome to register but must attend with a registered adult.
Community Instructor: Sherry Kertesz
Intro to Crochet
Wednesday, August 14 ~ 6pm to 8pm
Wednesday, September 4 ~ 6pm to 8pm
Learn how to tie a slip knot, how to chain stitch (the foundation of crochet), and the single crochet stitch in this fun introductory class. Whether you need a refresher or you’ve never picked up a hook before, this is the class for you!
Class will begin with choosing your project, yarn color, and the correct sized hook. All materials are included, but students are welcome to bring their own yarn or crochet hooks as well as a notepad and pen for taking notes. Pattern options: Washcloth, Straight Scarf, or Baby Blanket. All supplies are included. No experience is necessary.
Please Note: Registration for participants age 16+.
Community Instructor: Annie Johnson
Sip & Stitch: Bring Your Crochet & Knitting Projects
Saturday, August 17 ~ 10am to 12pm
Saturday, September 28 ~ 10am to 12pm
Enjoy a relaxing morning with fellow crochet and knitting enthusiasts as we work together on current projects while getting lots of support from your instructor. This is perfect for someone looking to start up again or someone needing help on a project. Grab your favorite morning brew from one of our many local coffee shops and let’s get you stitching!
Students are invited to bring their own tools, yarn, and any patterns they are currently working on. Students will have the opportunity to work on their own projects and have a knowledgeable instructor on hand to answer their questions and fix mistakes as needed.
Please Note: This class is open to participants ages 16+.
Community Instructor: Annie Johnson
Crochet a Pouch: Soap Saver, Purse, or Pillowcase
Wednesday, August 21 ~ 6pm to 8pm
Learn how to crochet a *seamless* pouch to reduce the amount of seaming along edges when making a pouch or pocket for any project. We’ll use this technique to create your choice of a pillowcase, soap saver, or purse. Copies of written patterns for the first two projects will be on hand for everyone to keep, and we’ll review together how to read a basic crochet pattern.
Participants will take home a crochet hook, a skein of yarn, and basic crochet patterns for their chosen Pocket pattern. A variety of yarn colors will be available for you to choose from–plus we’ll review how to pick the correct size hook for your chosen yarn and project.
Please note: Basic pillow forms and soap bars will be on hand for illustrative purposes, but everyone is encouraged to bring their own pillow form or favorite bar of soap to create a custom fit. Completed project sizes will vary based on the selected project.
Please Note: This class is open to participants ages 16+. Everyone MUST have taken an Intro to Crochet class at 577 to participate or receive permission from the instructor.
Mandatory: MUST have taken an Intro to Crochet class at 577 to participate.
Community Instructor: Annie Johnson
Macrame: Square Knot Wall Hanging
Thursday, September 5 ~ 9:30am to 12pm
Enjoy the art of macramé and craft a beautiful wall hanging using just three essential knots. This beginner-friendly class is designed to help you master these fundamental knots, which are the building blocks of many macramé projects.
Your completed wall hanging will measure approximately 18 inches by 20 inches, not including the hanging cord. Participants will also receive a set of instructions for the current project, practice materials, and additional macramé patterns to inspire future creations.
Community Instructor: Sherry Kertesz
Creative Patchwork
Wednesday, September 11 ~ 6pm to 8pm
Learn to design colorful patchwork while exploring the creativity and versatility of hand-sewing. If you’ve been interested in learning how to hand sew patchwork for a quilt project or build hand sewing skills, this is the perfect class to get started.
Class will cover a brief history of traditional patchwork and the ways it has been adapted as an art form over time. There will then be a demo on how to select, cut, and piece fabrics into a nine-patch block and a discussion of how to cut and piece other simple blocks. Participants will create their own nine-patch block design from a variety of precut fabrics and piece them with guidance from the instructor.
Class will emphasize ways to embrace slow stitching and how hand sewing can promote relaxation, connection, and mindful creativity. Participants will work at their own pace with the option of finishing their patchwork in class or at home. Finished nine-patch blocks will be approximately 8” x 8” and can used as the start of a quilt project, textile art journal, or to mend and embellish clothing. No prior sewing experience is necessary. All supplies are included.
Community Instructor: Ellen Seeburger
Macrame: Leaf or Feather Wall Hanging
Thursday, September 12 ~ 9:30am to 12pm
If you can tie your shoes, you can learn macrame! Learn to make a macrame leaf or feather wall hanging using only two macrame knots. Each participant will make several leaves and/or feathers, using a variety of cord or yarn and beads to make a one-of-a-kind wall hanging.
Completed projects will be approximately 2 to 3 feet wide and 1 to 2 feet long. Participants should bring sharp fabric scissors. All other supplies are included.
Community Instructor: Sherry Kertesz
Intro to Knitting: Pumpkins
Wednesday, September 18 ~ 5:30pm to 8:30pm
Learn how to knit in the round and make unique, seamless pumpkins! Designed for beginners, you’ll learn how to cast on to circular knitting needles, knit and purl a rib pattern, increase and decrease to shape your pumpkins, and how to cast off. We’ll seam up the ends, stuff the pumpkin to your desired size, and top it off with a found stick for its stem. These cute pumpkins will make a great harvest or Halloween and Harvest decoration around the house
Participants are encouraged to find fun, gnarled twigs in their yard to bring for their pumpkin’s stem. Everyone will take home the pattern and a link to a video tutorial in case they don’t complete the project in class.
Please Note: Registration for participants age 16+.
Community Instructor: Annie Johnson
Needle Felting: Happy Little Mouse
Saturday, September 21 ~ 11:30am to 4:30pm
Learn how to needle felt an adorable little mouse snacking on a cracker. This class is easy enough for beginners and great for anyone with felting experience. Everyone will create their mouse in class with lots of step-by-step guidance.
Learn to use wool, special needles, tools, a felting mat, and some wire to construct your mouse. We’ll also attach glass eyes for a twinkling expression. Completed projects will be approximately 7.5 inches high.
Community Instructor: Iva Jean Kristek
Crochet in the Round: Basket or Beanie
Wednesday, September 25 ~ 6pm to 8pm
Now that you know the single crochet stitch, let’s crochet in the round! Start by choosing your desired project (beanie or basket), yarn color, and the correct-sized hook. Learn to read a simple crochet pattern as you start your new crocheting adventure.
Your supplies and a color-printed pattern of your choice – beanie, in your desired size OR basket or bowl, small to medium in size – are included to reduce beginner frustration from using the wrong tools. Feel confident as you leave class with all the supplies needed to finish your project. Sizes vary based on your chosen project. Participants are welcome to bring a notepad and pen to take notes. All other supplies are provided.
Please Note: This class is open to participants ages 16+. Everyone MUST have taken an Intro to Crochet class at 577 to participate or receive permission from the instructor.
Community Instructor: Annie Johnson
Needle Felting: Painting with Wool
Saturday, September 28 ~ 1:30pm to 5:30pm
Painting with wool is back by popular demand! Learn how to needle felt a “painting” and mount it into the included picture frame. Participants will make a country scene with trees, rocks, flowers, and a stream. We’ll use a felted sheet for stability, and participants are welcome to adjust their scenery as they like.
Learn ways to add dimension and depth to make the scenery come alive, with lots of step-by-step guidance for both beginners and those with felting experience. Completed projects will be 11″ x 16″ including the frame.
Community Instructor: Iva Jean Kristek
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