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Home » Workshops & Classes » Fiber Arts

Fiber Arts

Studio capacity:

5 people, including instructor

 

Studio policies:

- Tools that are shared: warping boards, benches, lease sticks, shuttles, an bobbins and threading hooks should be cleaned by the student with antibacterial spray before and after each use.

- If using a different bench, please wipe it clean and return to original location.

- Looms should not be moved without permission of teacher.

- Please keep yarn and personal supplies in plastic bags at your loom.

- Students are encouraged to bring their own scissors, pins, pencils, notepads, and other small tools needed at the loom.

- Desk should be cleaned after student use, books and magazines before returning to the closet or shelf.

- Students may want to bring a cover for their loom.

- Extra hours will need to be scheduled ahead in order to maintain proper social distancing.

- Students will be required to sign in with name, date, and time for purposes of contact tracing.

- Students will be required to attend only the session they are registered for. No switching between sessions without approval.

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Floor Loom Weaving

In person

Luiz Cordeiro

Learn the basics of preparing and operating a loom.  Participants will weave a sampler piece combining a wide range of useful weaves. Beginning students will complete one or two simple projects of their choice by the end of this term. Intermediate and advanced students will weave projects with more complex structures using multi-harness looms. Beginning students have a materials fee of $18 payable to the instructor. Includes one 3-hour weekly practice session during monitored practice hours. School Policies Students who withdraw 48 hours prior to the first class are eligible for a refund or credit toward another class, less a $25 registration fee. Please click here for more details.

Term: Fall 2026

Suggested Ages: 18+

Dates: 9/2–10/14 and 11/4–12/16

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String, Stitch, and Structure: Creative Explorations in Fiber Arts

In person

Jamia Weir

Discover the creative possibilities of yarn, string, fabric, natural fibers, and found materials in this hands-on fiber studio “sampler” for adults. Through demonstrations, guided practice, and supported studio time, students will learn a variety of foundational fiber techniques and processes through encouraging experimentation, improvisation, and personal expression. Explore creative ways to wrap, weave, stitch, connect, and transform soft materials into unique functional and sculptural works. Whether you're new to the fiber arts or looking to expand your creative practice, this welcoming class emphasizes curiosity, play, and process over perfection. No prior experience is necessary—just curiosity and a willingness to experiment. School Policies Students who withdraw 48 hours prior to the first class are eligible for a refund or credit toward another class, less a $25 registration fee. Please click here for more details.

Term: Fall 2026

Suggested Ages: 18+

Dates: 9/11–10/30

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Sewing 101

In person

Christine Jewell

Are you new to sewing on a machine or need a refresher? This workshop is for you! Learn the basics of machine sewing including threading, operating, and troubleshooting. Practice making straight lines and turns and overcome the mysteries of the sewing machine. Discover how to choose and buy fabric and make simple projects such as a patchwork coaster and a fabric basket. School Policies Students who withdraw 48 hours prior to the first class are eligible for a refund or credit toward another class, less a $25 registration fee. Please click here for more details.

Term: Fall 2026

Suggested Ages: 18+

Dates: 9/13 and 10/11

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Learn to Knit a Scarf

Roland Coffey

Learn to knit a scarf using circular needles. We'll cover casting on, the knit and purl stitches, binding off, and blocking. This is the perfect class for beginners or those looking for a refresher.   School Policies Students who withdraw 48 hours prior to the first class are eligible for a refund or credit toward another class, less a $25 registration fee. Please click here for more details.

Term: Fall 2026

Suggested Ages: 18+

Dates: 9/14–10/26 and 11/9–12/14

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Let’s Get Sewing

In person

Christine Jewell

Overcome the mysteries of the sewing machine and discover how fun and easy it can be! Learn the basics of machine sewing including threading, operating, and troubleshooting. Practice using the machine and then move on to simple projects for yourself or for gift-giving. Choice of projects will include a 4-patch pin cushion, Boho bags, zippered pouch, and items for the home such as pillow covers. Tips for altering clothes can also be covered. Previous students are welcome to attend and work on their own projects. Tuition for this class includes a fee of $15 for basic materials provided by CAW. See below for supplies students should bring to class. School Policies Students who withdraw 48 hours prior to the first class are eligible for a refund or credit toward another class, less a $25 registration fee. Please click here for more details.

Term: Fall 2026

Suggested Ages: 18+

Dates: 4 sessions, 9/15–12/13

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Learn to Knit a Hat in the Round

Roland Coffey

Use circular needles to knit a hat in the round. We will be covering fundamental skills including casting on, knitting in the round, fixing mistakes like dropped stitches, casting off, and blocking your work. If you can knit a hat, you can knit almost anything! This is the perfect class for beginners and those looking to refresh their knitting skills.   School Policies Students who withdraw 48 hours prior to the first class are eligible for a refund or credit toward another class, less a $25 registration fee. Please click here for more details.

Term: Fall 2026

Suggested Ages: 18+

Dates: 9/18–10/23 and 11/6–12/18

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Fixing Mistakes in Knitting

Roland Coffey

Are you a beginner or more experienced knitter who is stuck on a project because of a mistake you can't resolve or are confused by a pattern, then this is the perfect workshop for you! This class is great for people who want to enjoy knitting but might be frustrated with some parts of the creative process.   School Policies Students who withdraw 48 hours prior to the first class are eligible for a refund or credit toward another class, less a $25 registration fee. Please click here for more details.

Term: Fall 2026

Suggested Ages: 18+

Dates: 10/4

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Wearable Art: From Concept to Creation

Tea Montgomery

Clothing can be more than something we wear—it can tell a story, express an idea or one's personal mythology, or become a work of art. Moving beyond traditional fashion design, students will treat the body as a canvas and clothing as a form of communication. Whether inspired by fashion, costume, fiber arts, sustainable design, or storytelling, students will complete an original wearable art piece—or a small capsule look—that reflects their unique artistic vision. Practical skills such as measuring, cutting, draping, sewing, problem-solving, and finishing will be taught, while also exploring how garments can express memory, emotion, movement, protection, culture, and transformation. Through weekly meetings, students will be exposed to: How to develop a concept for a wearable piece How to gather visual and material inspiration Basic measuring and fitting awareness Fabric manipulation and surface design Simple garment construction or garment transformation

Term: Fall 2026

Suggested Ages: 12+

Dates: 10/10–11/14

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Design & Sew a Statement Cap

In person

Tea Montgomery

Create a one-of-a-kind statement hat that reflects your personal style while learning the fundamentals of hat making. Students will cut, assemble, shape, and finish a soft fabric cap using basic machine sewing techniques, gaining experience with pattern layout, curved seams, lining, brim construction, and professional finishing methods. Space will be given for instruction, troubleshooting, slower sewing speeds, and individual creative choices. Inspired by wearable art and everyday self-presentation, this workshop treats the cap as an accessory, part of a costume, as well as a small sculptural object. Students will leave with a completed handmade cap and a better understanding of how simple construction techniques can become personal design language. School Policies Students who withdraw 48 hours prior to the first class are eligible for a refund or credit toward another class, less a $25 registration fee. Please click here for more details.

Term: Fall 2026

Suggested Ages: 14+

Dates: 10/21

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Sewing Machine Basics: Build Skills & Confidence

Tea Montgomery

Whether your sewing machine is brand new, has been sitting in a closet for years, or simply feels intimidating, this workshop will help you build the skills and confidence to start sewing. Students will learn how to thread and operate a home sewing machine, troubleshoot common problems, and practice essential techniques through guided sewing exercises. Topics include machine anatomy, threading the upper thread and bobbin, selecting needles and thread, adjusting basic settings, understanding stitch options and tension, and solving common issues such as skipped stitches, tangled thread, and broken needles. Students will also practice sewing straight lines, curves, corners, seam allowances, and backstitching while gaining the confidence to tackle future projects. The goal is not perfection. The goal is comfort, control, and confidence. This workshop is an excellent starting point for beginners and a helpful refresher for those who want to boost their confidence before joining another

Term: Fall 2026

Suggested Ages: 10+

Dates: 10/29

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Intermediate + Advanced

Sew an Autumn Table Runner

In person

Christine Jewell

Celebrate the season by creating a beautiful patchwork table runner to brighten your fall table. Learn to piece together squares, triangles, and rectangles using a sewing machine while exploring both traditional and modern quilt-inspired designs. If time allows, students may also begin coordinating placemats. Along the way, participants will build confidence with accurate cutting, piecing, and pressing techniques as they transform simple shapes into a striking seasonal project. Previous machine sewing experience is required. School Policies Students who withdraw 48 hours prior to the first class are eligible for a refund or credit toward another class, less a $25 registration fee. Please click here for more details.

Term: Fall 2026

Suggested Ages: 18+

Dates: 11/14–11/21 and 12/5–12/12

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Beginner

Let’s Get Sewing

In person

Christine Jewell

Overcome the mysteries of the sewing machine and discover how fun and easy it can be! Learn the basics of machine sewing including threading, operating, and troubleshooting. Practice using the machine and then move on to simple projects for yourself or for gift-giving. Choice of projects will include a 4-patch pin cushion, Boho bags, zippered pouch, and items for the home such as pillow covers. Tips for altering clothes can also be covered. Previous students are welcome to attend and work on their own projects. Tuition for this class includes a fee of $15 for basic materials provided by CAW. See below for supplies students should bring to class. School Policies Students who withdraw 48 hours prior to the first class are eligible for a refund or credit toward another class, less a $25 registration fee. Please click here for more details.

Term: Fall 2026

Suggested Ages: 18+

Dates: 4 sessions, 9/15–12/13

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