Fiber Arts

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

Intro to Crochet
Saturday, March 30 ~ 10am to 12pm
Wednesday, April 3 ~ 6pm to 8pm
Saturday, April 27 ~ 10am to 12pm
Wednesday, May 8 ~ 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

Please Note: Students ages 7 to 15 are welcome but must be accompanied by a registered parentguardian. Students ages 16 to 17 may participate without a parent.

All supplies included. No experience is necessary.

Community Instructor: Annie Johnson

Needle Felting: Beehive & Bees
Wednesday, April 3 ~ 4pm to 8pm

Enjoy creating a busy beehive buzzing with bees from needle-felted wool. Everyone in this fun and relaxing class will learn basic needle felting techniques with lots of guidance to complete the hive and bees. Your instructor will demonstrate how to finish it with the cute details including clear wings and wire antennae. Each beehive will be approximately 6″H x 3″W. Bees range from 1″ to 1.5″ each. No experience is necessary.

All materials and tools are provided including needles, extra wool to make more bees, a felting mat, a wooden needle handle, a reusable organizer box, an eco-friendly tote, and written instructions with diagrams.

Helpful tip: Bring multi-needle tools if you have them. This is not a requirement, but it will speed up the time spent making the hive.

Community Instructor: Iva Jean Kristek

Macrame: Mini Plant Hanger
Thursday, April 4 ~ 5:30pm to 8pm

Learn to make a mini macrame plant hanger. This project is great for beginners and uses only 3 types of knots, with a variation of one. Participants will learn how they can apply their new skills to make a larger plant hanger at home with a take home pattern. Completed mini-hangers are approximately 3″ by 15″.

Please Note: Students should bring sharp fabric scissors. All other supplies are included. 

Community Instructor: Sherry Kertesz

Intro to Knitting
Wednesday, April 17 ~ 6pm to 8pm
Wednesday, May 1 ~ 6pm to 8pm
Saturday, May 11 ~ 10am to 12pm

Whether you need a refresher or you’ve never picked up knitting needles before, we’ve got you covered! Students will focus on how to tie a slip knot, casting on (getting the stitches on the needle), and the knit stitch. Then we’ll touch on the purl stitch to give you the basic foundation to knit any beginner pattern. We’ll also go over how to cast off (take your project off your needles) so you can finish your project at home.

Students will begin by choosing:
• Project: either a washcloth or a straight scarf
• Yarn: various types and colors will be available
• Tools:  the correct type for the selected yarn and project

Students will leave class with the knowledge to start knitting basic, rectangular patterns. Come with all your knitting questions and take home the confidence to begin knitting on your own.

Please Note: Students ages 7 to 15 are welcome but must be accompanied by a registered parentguardian. Students ages 16 to 17 may participate without a parent.

Community Instructor: Annie Johnson

Needle Felting: Baby Duck Birdwatcher
Saturday, April 27 ~ 12:30pm to 5pm

Enjoy creating an adorable spring decoration from needle-felted wool in this fun and relaxing class. Everyone will learn basic needle felting techniques with lots of guidance to complete the curious duck and its sweet birdwatching details. Each completed duckling will be approximately 8 inches tall. No experience is necessary.

All materials and tools are provided including wool, glass eyes, wire, diagrams and instructions, a set of needles in various sizes, a wooden handle for needles, an organizer container, and a reusable tote.

Community Instructor: Iva Jean Kristek

Sewing is for Everyone: Make a Pet Bed
Thursday, May 2 ~ 5:30pm to 8pm

Celebrate National Pet Month by learning step-by-step how to sew a comfy and customized bed for your favorite dog or cat. You can bring a fabric of your choice, or stop by 577’s Curiosity Shop beginning April 29 where you can choose to purchase a preselected fabric perfect for this project from a variety we’ve pulled aside.

Please bring the following supplies to class: sewing machine*; fabric scissors; pins; thread; seam ripper; fabric: one yard of upholstery fabric for a large bed, 1/2 yard for a small bed; polyester stuffing for a bed.

Please note: Sewing machines must be in good working order and must be able to be threaded by the user. In some cases, your machine may require professional servicing before taking this class.

Community Instructor: Sue Magdich

Embroidered Bluebird Collage
Wednesday, May 8 ~ 6pm to 8pm

If you are looking for a fresh way to stretch your embroidery or creative skills, this beginner-friendly class is it! Learn how to combine embroidery and upcycled fabric scraps into a layered piece of collaged textile art depicting a Bluebird.

We will begin by learning how to select and use print fabrics to add color and depth to a collage design and then take a playful and experimental approach to the technique of ‘thread painting’ where you will learn how to use stitches as brushstrokes and blend colors of embroidery floss to create realistic embroidery art.

All materials provided to make one 8” collage embroidery.

Community Instructor: Ellen Seeburger

Knit in the Round: Beanie
Wednesday, May 15 ~ 6pm to 8pm

Once you have your basic knit and purl stitches down, let’s try some exciting new patterns – like how to knit in the round! In this beginner pattern class, you’ll learn how to cast on and knit in the round with circular needles to create a warm, simple beanie hat.

If we don’t finish your hat in class, we will go over how to finish the top. You may also bring it to a Sip & Stitch for more hands-on guidance.

Please Note: Students ages 7 to 15 are welcome but must be accompanied by a registered parent/guardian. Students ages 16 to 17 may participate without a parent.

Mandatory: MUST have taken an Intro to Knitting class at 577 to participate.

Community Instructor: Annie Johnson

Sip & Stitch: Bring Your Crochet & Knitting Projects
Saturday, May 18 ~ 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: Students ages 7 to 15 are welcome but must be accompanied by a registered parent/guardian. Students ages 16 to 17 may participate without a parent.

Community Instructor: Annie Johnson

Needle Felting: Nature-Themed Purse
Saturday, May 18 ~ 12:30pm to 5pm

Learn how to use wool and other media to make an adorable and useful purse. Participants can choose to decorate the outside with the instructor’s design or get guidance to create their own design. Each one-of-a-kind purse will be approximately 10 inches by eight inches when complete and includes a shoulder strap, large snap closure, and inside pocket.

Everyone will also receive needles, a felting pad, leftover wools, embellishments, wooden handle, instructions, a convenient organizer case, and a tote for carrying everything home.

Community Instructor: Iva Jean Kristek

Crochet a Blanket: Choose Baby, Throw, or Lap Blanket
Wednesday, May 22 ~ 6pm to 8pm

Now that you know how to start crocheting, let’s expand your stitch knowledge with some tall stitches to make a blanket quicker (and it’ll also feel lighter!).

In this class, we’ll create a custom-designed blanket by YOU. We’ll talk about increases and decreases to create a ripple or chevron pattern while also learning the half-double and double crochet stitches.

Bring your own crochet hook and yarns (approx. 3+ skeins) of your choice. Be sure to bring at least one hook that matches the recommended size on the yarn label that you’re bringing. You can also bring a few hooks near that size (one larger and one smaller) so we can try out the best one for your stitch tension.

With your chosen yarns and hook, you’ll pick your preferred size (baby blanket, lap blanket, or throw blanket) and we’ll have you crocheting and designing your very own blanket – complete with writing your own pattern.

Please Note: Students ages 7 to 15 are welcome but must be accompanied by a registered parent/guardian. Students ages 16 to 17 may participate without a parent.

Mandatory: MUST have taken an Intro to Crochet class at 577 to participate.

Community Instructor: Annie Johnson

Sewing is for Everyone: Make a Pet Bandana
Thursday, May 23~ 5:30pm to 8pm

Celebrate National Pet Month by learning step-by-step how to sew an adorable pet scarf customized for your favorite dog or cat. You can bring a fabric of your choice, or stop by 577’s Curiosity Shop beginning April 29 where you can choose to purchase a preselected fabric perfect for this project from a variety we’ve pulled aside.

Please bring the following supplies to class: sewing machine*; fabric scissors; pins; thread; seam ripper; fabric: 5/8 of a yard of fabric is enough to make two large bandanas.

Please note: Sewing machines must be in good working order and must be able to be threaded by the user. In some cases, your machine may require professional servicing before taking this class.

Community Instructor: Sue Magdich

Class Locations & Parking Map

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Cancellation & Refund Policy

Because space is limited, we rely on you to register for classes thoughtfully. Please help us continue to offer these wonderful classes as affordably as possible by adhering to the following registration, cancellation, and refund policies.

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Located at 577 East Front Street in Perrysburg, 577 is open daily, 9am to 5pm. Free admission to tour the gardens and grounds. The Welcome Center & Curiosity Shop is open Monday ~ Saturday, 10am to 5pm.

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