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SUMMARY:Weaving Class: Cobwebber Broom
DESCRIPTION:Take broom making to the next level and learn to weave a cobwebber broom! An especially versatile broom\, the cobwebber is made for sweeping into high corners and difficult to reach spots. Participants will learn to weave and stitch broomcorn and leave with a functional broom full of unique character. There will be an assortment of natural wood handles to choose from. Open to all beginners. Please be aware that we will be working with damp materials and students may want to bring a small towel for their lap. Broom making is a physical task and moderate hand strength is recommended.
URL:https://www.myballard.com/event/weaving-class-cobwebber-broom/
LOCATION:Swoon City\, 1716 NW Market St\, Seattle\, WA\, 98107\, United States
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SUMMARY:Learn to Weave a Cobwebber Broom
DESCRIPTION:Take broom making to the next level and learn to weave a cobwebber broom! An especially versatile broom\, the cobwebber is made for sweeping into high corners and difficult to reach spots. Participants will learn to weave and stitch broomcorn and leave with a functional broom full of unique character. There will be an assortment of natural wood handles to choose from. Open to all beginners. Please be aware that we will be working with damp materials and students may want to bring a small towel for their lap. Broom making is a physical task and moderate hand strength is recommended. \nThis class will take place at Swoon City. Our address is 1716 NW Market Street\, Seattle\, WA 98107. It’s at the intersection of 17th and NW Market Street – kitty corner from Mighty-O Donuts. \nPlease arrive at least 15 minutes before class begins. \nIf you cannot attend class for any reason\, we will offer an exchange to another class currently on our schedule up to 48 hours before the class. After that time\, no refunds or exchanges are issued out of respect for our teachers who purchase and prepare supplies based on the number of attendees.
URL:https://www.myballard.com/event/learn-to-weave-a-cobwebber-broom/
LOCATION:Swoon City\, 1716 NW Market St\, Seattle\, WA\, 98107\, United States
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SUMMARY:Embroidery Class: Sashiko Tea Towel Workshop
DESCRIPTION:In this hands-on 2 hour workshop\, learn the basics of Japanese sashiko stitching and apply it to embellish a tea towel.\nYou will learn how to work with sashiko needles and thread and sew a running stitch. You will also learn how to use stick-on design templates to stitch sashiko designs using Sulky Stick N’ Stitch. \nSashiko is a Japanese running stitch traditionally used to mend and strengthen textiles and clothing\, as well as creating geometric patterns. \nIn this hands-on 2 hour workshop\, learn the basics of Japanese sashiko stitching and apply it to embellish a tea towel.\nYou will learn how to work with sashiko needles and thread and sew a running stitch. \nEach student will take home a set of sashiko needles\, 2 skeins of sashiko thread\, and a cotton tea towel. \nSashiko is an excellent way to slow down and stitch with mindfulness. There is such beauty in its imperfection and its simplicity\, flexibility and adaptability to many projects! \nThis workshop is for sewers of all levels\, from beginners to experienced.
URL:https://www.myballard.com/event/embroidery-class-sashiko-tea-towel-workshop/
LOCATION:Swoon City\, 1716 NW Market St\, Seattle\, WA\, 98107\, United States
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SUMMARY:EMBROIDERY CLASS: Sashiko Tea Towel Workshop
DESCRIPTION:In this hands-on 2 hour workshop\, learn the basics of Japanese sashiko stitching and apply it to embellish a tea towel. You will learn how to work with sashiko needles and thread and sew a running stitch. You will also learn how to use stick-on design templates to stitch sashiko designs using Sulky Stick N’ Stitch. \nSashiko is a Japanese running stitch traditionally used to mend and strengthen textiles and clothing\, as well as creating geometric patterns. \nIn this hands-on 2 hour workshop\, learn the basics of Japanese sashiko stitching and apply it to embellish a tea towel. You will learn how to work with sashiko needles and thread and sew a running stitch. \nEach student will take home a set of sashiko needles\, 2 skeins of sashiko thread\, and a cotton tea towel. \nSashiko is an excellent way to slow down and stitch with mindfulness. There is such beauty in its imperfection and its simplicity\, flexibility and adaptability to many projects! \nThis workshop is for sewers of all levels\, from beginners to experienced. \nThis class will take place at Swoon City. Our address is 1716 NW Market Street\, Seattle\, WA 98107. It’s at the intersection of 17th and NW Market Street – kitty corner from Mighty-O Donuts. \nPlease arrive at least 15 minutes before class begins.
URL:https://www.myballard.com/event/embroidery-class-sashiko-tea-towel-workshop-2/
LOCATION:Swoon City\, 1716 NW Market St\, Seattle\, WA\, 98107\, United States
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SUMMARY:The Naughty Bits Halloween Comedy Show & Sexy Costume Contest
DESCRIPTION:We here at Mockingbird Comedy believe Halloween is objectively the best holiday we have\, so we’re going hard this year with two nights of parties. We’re starting with The Naughty Bits Halloween Comedy Show & Sexy Costume Contest at 8 pm on Halloween Eve on Friday\, Oct. 30\, at Old Stove Brewing Co. – Ship Canal in North Queen Anne. \nWe’ll have more than a dozen comedians telling you their best scary\, sexy and scary sexy stories while in costume. And we’ll award prizes at the end of the night for the sexiest costumes in the audience. Tickets are just $15 in advance or $20 at the door until sold out. \nThe beer is cold\, the jokes are hot and the parking is free … Come laugh with us!
URL:https://www.myballard.com/event/the-naughty-bits-halloween-comedy-show-sexy-costume-contest/
LOCATION:Old Stove Ship Canal\, 600 W. Nickerson St.\, Seattle\, WA\, 98119\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Mockingbird Comedy":MAILTO:bychristalbott@gmail.com
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SUMMARY:The Funny Bone Kids Halloween Comedy Show & Costume Contest
DESCRIPTION:We here at Mockingbird Comedy are combining trick or treating with comedy for kids and a costume contest this Halloween in Ballard. \nWe’ll have a little bit of everything during The Funny Bone Kids Halloween Comedy Show & Costume Contest at 4 pm on Saturday\, Oct. 31\, at Old Stove Brewing Co. – Gardens in Ballard. \nCome pregame with us before hitting those neighborhood streets with an afternoon guaranteed to be spooky fun … Come laugh with us!
URL:https://www.myballard.com/event/the-funny-bone-kids-halloween-comedy-show-costume-contest/
LOCATION:Old Stove Gardens\, 1550 NW 49th St\, Seattle\, 98107\, United States
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SUMMARY:The Ha Ha Halloween Comedy Show & Costume Contest
DESCRIPTION:Halloween is our favorite holiday and we here at Mockingbird Comedy are celebrating with a stand-up comedy show and costume contest on Oct. 31. \nThere will be nothing to say boo about with a dozen costumed comedians performing during The Ha Ha Halloween Comedy Show & Costume Contest at 8 pm on Saturday\, Oct. 31\, at Old Stove Brewing Co. – Gardens in Ballard followed by a costume contest. All for just $15! \nThe 2025 version of this show was our wildest party yet and we can’t wait to turn on the fog machine and do it all again. So put on your best costume and prepare for the sugar high of a night of spooky comedy … Come laugh with us!
URL:https://www.myballard.com/event/the-ha-ha-halloween-comedy-show-costume-contest/
LOCATION:Old Stove Gardens\, 1550 NW 49th St\, Seattle\, 98107\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261101T143000
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SUMMARY:Embroidery Class: Textural Gourds
DESCRIPTION:Want to learn how to create textural embroidery? Join Melissa Galbraith of MCreativeJ for a 2 hour\, hands-on workshop. We’ll be stitching knobbly\, texture-filled gourds using the chain stitch\, colonial knot\, split stitch\, and Danish knot. When you join this class\, you’ll also receive a full kit that includes a beechwood embroidery hoop\, cream cotton fabric\, embroidery needle\, full skeins of thread\, gourd transfer patterns\, backing materials\, and printed instructions.
URL:https://www.myballard.com/event/embroidery-class-textural-gourds/
LOCATION:Swoon City\, 1716 NW Market St\, Seattle\, WA\, 98107\, United States
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SUMMARY:Julefest: A Nordic Holiday Celebration
DESCRIPTION:Save the Date for Julefest\, Ballard’s Favorite Holiday Tradition ❄️\nNovember 20-22\, 2026\nJulefest is one of Seattle’s favorite holiday traditions. It’s where the city comes together to celebrate the season\, and it’s the perfect way to get into the holiday spirit!\nJulefest opens on Friday November 20 at 5:00 PM for a 21+ event and then is open from 10 to 5 on Saturday and Sunday for all ages.\nThroughout the weekend\, step into a winter wonderland for an authentic Nordic holiday experience with live music\, unique treats\, and community spirit! Wander through rows of stalls filled with handcrafted gifts\, traditional foods\, and cozy Scandinavian apparel.\nActivities include:\nBeer Garden & Live Performances\, our 21+ Beer Garden is open all day for glögg\, mead\, beer\, and holiday cheer.\nÆbleskiver\, a long-standing tradition at Julefest\, æbleskiver are fluffy Danish “pancake” balls\, served Saturday and Sunday only.\nOutdoor Nordic Christmas Market\, each year\, over 40 local vendors gather under the cozy lights in our outdoor market!\nHomemade Christmas Cookies\, each year\, dozens of volunteer bakers spend weeks beating together untold amounts of butter and sugar and anxiously peeking into ovens to make thousands of favorite holiday baked goods like krumkake\, rosettes\, and princess gems.
URL:https://www.myballard.com/event/julefest-a-nordic-holiday-celebration/
LOCATION:National Nordic Museum\, 2655 NW Market Street\, Seattle\, WA\, 98107\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="National Nordic Museum":MAILTO:marketing@nordicmuseum.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261122T093000
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SUMMARY:Intro to Machine Knitting
DESCRIPTION:Learn everything you need to know to start using your knitting machine! In this class we will review the terminology\, equipment\, tools and techniques required to start creating and designing simple knitted fabrics. This is a hands on class. Each student will be provided with their own machine to learn and create several swatches illustrating the techniques demonstrated. These techniques will include how to cast on and bind off your knitting\, designing a striped pattern and how to create simple shaping at the selvedges of your fabric. \nThis is a two-part class held on consecutive Sundays.
URL:https://www.myballard.com/event/intro-to-machine-knitting/
LOCATION:The Seattle Knitting Lab\, 2208 NW Market Street\, Seattle\, WA\, 98107\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261122T130000
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SUMMARY:Stained Glass Class: Snowflake
DESCRIPTION:In this 4 hour class\, you will learn how to use the Tiffany method of foiling\, gain guided experience with soldering technique\, how to frame with lead came\, and how to properly clean and polish stained glass. Each student will receive and work with a pre-cut and ground glass kit of the design pictured. All materials are included. \nAt the beginning of class\, we will cover best safety practices working with stained glass\, and briefly cover the tools and materials you will be using before diving in. \nAt checkout\, please select the color/design of the glass you would like to create. Selections cannot be changed after registration.
URL:https://www.myballard.com/event/stained-glass-class-snowflake/
LOCATION:Swoon City\, 1716 NW Market St\, Seattle\, WA\, 98107\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261217T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261217T203000
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SUMMARY:Embroidery Class: Winter Botanical Embroidered Ornament
DESCRIPTION:Looking to spend time with friends and family this holiday season? Why not hand embroider a festive winter botanical ornament? Join fiber artist and author Melissa Galbraith of MCreativeJ for a two-hour\, hands-on workshop. No embroidery experience needed. Melissa will show you how to embroider a winter botanical ornament. These ornaments are perfect to hang on your tree or give as unique gifts. \nWe’ll use beginner embroidery stitches like the stem stitch\, leaf stitch\, fly stitch\, and French knot. Each attendee will receive a workshop kit that includes a 3-inch embroidery hoop\, assorted full skeins of DMC embroidery thread\, white fabric\, an embroidery needle\, felt\, twine\, a winter botanical design\, and printed instructions.
URL:https://www.myballard.com/event/embroidery-class-winter-botanical-embroidered-ornament/
LOCATION:Swoon City\, 1716 NW Market St\, Seattle\, WA\, 98107\, United States
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