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You’ll be a flutter over these whimsical and fluffy moths. Do you want to learn to create fluffy stitches? Join fiber artist Melissa Galbraith for an embroidery workshop. In a two hour, hands-on workshop we’ll cover a variety of embroidery stitches such as the satin stitch, split back stitch, fly stitch stitch, French knot, and […]

In this class, you will draw, carve, and print a festive Valentine’s Day design to give your sweetie. There’s nothing more special than a handmade gift. Linocut prints look great on their own in a frame, or printed on greeting cards for loved ones. Ballard Illustrator Phil Scroggs has loved making block print designs for […]

Calling all pacific northwest lovers! Want to learn how to hand embroider a mountain range landscape pendant? Join Melissa Galbraith of MCreativeJ for a 2-hour workshop. This hands-on experience includes all the materials you’ll need to create a beautiful hand embroidered pendant. The workshop covers beginner friendly embroidery stitches such as the satin stitch, back […]

In this workshop you will be taught the basic knotting techniques used in macrame. This class is great for beginners and intermediate levels. This project is designed to be altered to cater students at any skill level. We provide craft supplies, video tutorials and one on one guidance to help you create your macrame project. […]

Craft bookbinding introduces some of the numerous binding styles. You will bind your own books with a set of stab stitches, which is not only fun to make but also make wonderful gifts. We are going to create unique and personal handmade books. We will bind books similar to the sample images. If you have […]

BOOK BINDING: Coptic stitch, French Link Stitch and/or Buttonhole Stitch Bookbinding In this age of technology, it has become extraordinary to make something so ordinary with one’s own hands. Craft bookbinding introduces some of the numerous binding styles. You will explore more possibilities of book art with versatile stitches such as Coptic stitch and/or French […]

You’ve heard about it already but you haven’t tried it so come on over and join us to learn all the basics of tufting! We’ll have frames, fabric, yarn and tufting guns for you – all you need to bring is the willingness to learn and to have fun. And maybe an idea for the […]

Bring the woodlands to your table with these embroidered napkins. From flowers to trees and fruits to mushrooms, these forest forage designs are perfect to celebrate spring and summer dining. Join Melissa Galbraith of MCreativeJ for a 2 hour, hands-on workshop stitching your own unique napkins. We’ll cover the seed stitch, stem stitch, detached chain […]

A monoprint is a print that is one of a kind. In this class we will experiment with Gelli printing. Sounds weird. Yeah. It is. Using a print block made of a gelatinous material, we'll ink them up and make some gorgeous prints using color and texture and stencils. You will leave with a stack […]

Flower power time! Learn to embroider wildflowers in this embroidery basics workshop with fiber artist Melissa Galbraith of MCreativeJ. This two-hour, hands-on workshop covers a variety of beginner-friendly embroidery stitches such as the satin stitch, back stitch, stem stitch, reverse chain stitch, leaf stitch, and French knot. Each attendee will receive a full kit that […]

It's appliqué... but in reverse. Sounds complicated but it's not. We promise. In this class your instructor, Rosalie Gale, will teach you a simple way to hand stitch pretty appliqué patterns onto your clothing. Reverse appliqué is an excellent way to mend clothing that has been stained or ripped. Bring a couple of items that […]

Have you ever wanted to embroider your clothing? Join fiber artist Melissa Galbraith of MCreativeJ for a hands-on workshop. Simply bring a garment to embroider and we’ll provide you with playful sample designs (or create your own!). This class will cover helpful dos and don’ts of embroidering your garments. Each attendee will also receive an […]

Explore the magic of indigo dyeing with fiber artist Melissa Galbraith of MCreativeJ. Learn how to fold and bind fabric to create patterns and designs with indigo dye. You’ll love seeing the dye change colors, and your designs come to life! Each attendee will receive four cotton tea towels to create their own patterns and […]

In this class we will paint two terra cotta pots; 3.5 " and 2.5 ". And, we will paint a small rock with any inspired image of their choice. I will bring some photos of plants, gardens. etc to encourage inspiration. Materials provided: Terra Cotta Pots Chalk Paint This in-person class will take place at […]

In this workshop you will be taught the basic knotting techniques used in macrame. This class is great for beginners and intermediate levels. This project is designed to be altered to cater students at any skill level. We provide craft supplies, video tutorials and one on one guidance to help you create your macrame project. […]

Let’s create collage landscapes with fabric! Learn how to create your own fabric landscape using applique embroidery with fiber artist Melissa Galbraith of MCreativeJ. This two-hour, hands-on workshop will cover how to pair fabrics to create your own unique landscapes, basic applique and beginner-friendly embroidery stitches like the running stitch, satin stitch, chain stitch, and […]

Explore the magic of ice dyeing with fiber artist Melissa Galbraith of MCreativeJ. Learn how to fold and bind fabric to create patterns and designs as well as the playful nature of ice dye. You’ll love playing with different folding techniques and seeing your designs come to life after the ice melts! Each attendee will […]

Make your own zippered bag to hold makeup, marbles, or matchbox cars. Or candy... Learn to easily customize the length of your zipper, install your own zipper stop tabs in a contrasting fabric, add interfacing, and construct a lined bag that will stand up on its own. Kits will be provided, your choice from the […]

Make your own easy washcloth that doubles as a coaster or scrubbie! This two hour, hands-on workshop will cover all the basic skills you need to know to get started on crochet, including how to hold a hook and yarn, how to choose yarn and read a yarn label, and how to create the basic […]