NYC Textile Classes

In this class, we will be exploring more challenging lace patterns working with six different decreases, including double and triple decreases. Learn to follow a chart as well as read the written symbols. We will also be exploring simple slip stitch in our lacework, creating beautiful textures.Take your lace knitting to the next level with these five fabulous lace ...

In this workshop we will explore more complex stitch patterns, mixing purls and textures into your cables.Take your cabling up a notch. We will also learn tricks such as cabling without a cable needle, and how to tighten the gabs after the cable. We will explore chart reading in depth and before you know it you’ll be cabling like a pro! Prerequisite Classes: Intro ...

Heather will show how different yarns and needles or hooks can change any of the many shapes developed by crocheting or knitting as well as what yarns to use. Blocking and joining techniques will be taught as well as how to combine the various shapes of the motifs into beautiful projects. Both knitting and crochet can result in many shapes beyond the traditional ...

Learn how to combine various types of construction, ways to vary the stitches, and how to begin a piece in the center and work outwards to create these fun and unique shapes. Discover the wonderful world of motif crochet! We will cover everything from working in the round to combining stitches to new ways to increase and decrease your stitches to make a specific ...

Students enrolled in this class will learn to do the basic sewing techniques plus how to use a pattern.This basic sewing class for first timers and knowledge seekers is a perfect program and place to begin. Students will learn the basic of sewing plus how to use a pattern and stay warm. Feel free to bring in your machine or use the school machine. Holly will also ...

This two-part class will cover working in the round, pattern reading, and the construction techniques required to make all those fingers fit, well, like a glove!It’s time to warm up your fingers and take on glove knitting! Although they look complicated, we’ll walk you through the steps needed and you’ll be making gloves in no time. Materials: Must be ...

Need something to keep your hands warm this winter? Learn how to knit in the round using double pointed needles and how to make a thumb gusset while you make these cozy mittens. These are quick projects and make excellent gifts.Prerequisite Classes: Knitting 1 and Knitting 2 or skills listed below.Required Skills: Must know how to knit, ...

In this workshop you’ll be making this sweet little cotton sweater, perfect for cool summer evenings. Learn the fundamentals of pattern reading, master the top down raglan technique; learn how to pick up stitches, seaming and more.Let us guide you through your first sweater. Before you know it, you will be wearing your very first sweater! Prerequisite Classes: ...

In this 1-day workshop, Shabd Simon-Alexander will teach you the basic procedures for dyeing with Procion dyes, by immersion and direct dye methods, with both cellulose and protein fibers.You will learn various tying, dying and shibori techniques, as well as basic color theory and design concepts for dying. It will be fun, and colorful and bright! ...

Learn the principles of dyeing fabric and yarn with beautiful colors using only natural dyes, while dyeing different fibers using the most famous natural dyes, such as madder, weld, cochineal and the mysterious indigo. Dyeing can be a great way to bring back to life a stained dressed or to give a twist to all that white yarn hanging out at home. Even better if we ...

Students will learn to create a 4" knitted square chart which they will then knit during the workshop using two or more contrasting colors.Knitters are taught unconventional intarsia techniques that Marshall uses to create her textile pelts of live animals at zoos or in archives of leading institutions. Participants see how the artist translates intricate patterns in ...

In 4 sessions students will review the principles of dyeing fabric and yarn with beautiful colors using only natural dyes.Are you ready to take Natural Dyeing to the next level? This class is for you!Questions like “what is a dye”, “where can I find dyes in Nature”, “what is a mordant” will be addressed and a brief overview of the history of dyeing and ...

In this class, students will learn how to dye fabric and fibers natural dyes from nearby sources: our kitchens, gardens, and our waste.Dyeing can be a great way to bring back to life a stained dressed or to give a twist to all that white yarn hanging out at home. Even better if we only use natural dyes.Questions like “what is a dye”, “where can I find natural ...

In this 4 week class students will learn the basics of natural dyeing, experimenting with a variety of different fibers in skeins using the most famous natural dyes, such as madder, weld, cochineal and the mysterious indigo.Want to dye natural fibers with natural dyes and then knit a scarf? The second half of class will be dedicated to learning ...

Each student will experiment dyeing different fibers using the most famous natural dyes, such as madder, weld, cochineal and the mysterious indigo. Students will also learn how to obtain different shades of color from the same dye. Dyeing can be a great way to bring back to life a stained dressed or to give a twist to all that white yarn hanging out at home. Even ...