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Finish Your Knits
Sifu Design Studio & Fine Yarns
There is a difference between “handmade” and “homemade”. Spending weeks and months on knitting a sweater, or making squares for an afghan, takes a lot of effort in knitting and when it comes time to piece them together, you want to make sure it looks handmade and well crafted. A junky seam can turn your beautifully knit sweater into a piece that sits in your drawer forever. Learn the proper techniques to finish your knits and fool your...
Intermediate
18 and older
Intro to Yarn Dying
Sifu Design Studio & Fine Yarns
Let's face it yarn is more fun to knit when it is super colorful! In this hands-on workshop you will learn to dye yarn the way the pro's do it. This is still a technique that you can do in your kitchen. We will be using 3 different techniques. We will be using kool-aid, acid dyes, and flowers from our very own garden. You will start with 3 mini hanks of white wool and go home with a masterpiece. Some materials included. A kit will be available the...
Beginner
18 and older
Sci-Fiber Friday
Sifu Design Studio & Fine Yarns @ 6054 N Broadway St, Chicago, IL
Does your friday night consist of watching Sci-Fi movies and knitting? Well ours does. Every friday we have a free showing of a different sci-fi movie or tv show. We order pizza but you are more than welcome to bring along a snack. Come and (space) craft with us!
All levels
18 and older
Free
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Needle Felted Chicken
Sifu Design Studio & Fine Yarns
Needle felting is the use of raw wool and a sharp barbed punch needle to create dense sculptural pieces of fabric or objects. To perpetuate my obsession with chickens we are needle felting the cutest chicks to usher in the spring! Join us for the felty fun! No experience needed. Materials included.
All levels
18 and older
Drop Spindle Spinning
Sifu Design Studio & Fine Yarns
In this 3 hour workshop you will learn the basics of making yarn. We’ll cover different types of fiber, fiber preparations, and spinning methods, with a focus on learning to spin with the top whirl spindle. Supplies: $38.50 for a drop spindle kit or bring your own top whirl spindle and roving.
Beginner
18 and older
Needle Felted Ornaments
Sifu Design Studio & Fine Yarns @ 6054 N Broadway St, Chicago, IL
Learn more about the craft of needle felting in this fun workshop to create cute ornaments the whole family will love! Needle felting is the use of raw wool and a sharp barbed punch needle to create dense sculptural pieces of fabric or objects. There is nothing I could think of that fit better on your Christmas tree than cute hand made ornaments. No experience needed. Materials included.
All levels
18 and older
$50
Stitch 'n' Brunch
Sifu Design Studio & Fine Yarns @ 6054 N Broadway St, Chicago, IL
Every Sunday we host a pot-luck style brunch and craft circle. Bring your project, your favorite breakfast nibble and join other local crafters. You don't have to be a knitter or crocheter, if you weave, spin, bead, felt, or embroider - everyone is welcome! We don't discriminate.
All levels
18 and older
Free
Knit Tiny Sweater
Sifu Design Studio & Fine Yarns
These tiny sweaters are so cute and great for gift toppers, ornaments to don your tree or a tiny wine bottle cozy. In this 2 week class, you will learn how to make a tiny top down raglan sweater, cables and how to work with double pointed needles. Must know how to knit and purl. Pattern included.
Intermediate
18 and older
Felted Tree Topper
Sifu Design Studio & Fine Yarns
Are you looking for something new to make for your Christmas tree this year? How about a Felted Tree topper?! We'll be using felt and embroidery to make a tree topper of your choice. At my house we have a theme to our tree. Last year it was Matryoshka Dolls, this year it is Fruit. So a Carmen Miranda fruit turbin is only appropriate. You don't need experience with embroidery, just a healthy curiosity and a love for all things cute. Some materials...
All levels
18 and older
Knit Thrummed Slipper
Sifu Design Studio & Fine Yarns
When worn, these cozy slippers will make their own felted lining. Thrum knitting is an old European tradition using unspun wool for added warmth. We will be using 100% american grown and dyed wool from Imerial Yarn Company with natural sliver roving for lining. Available in several colors. Materials not included, but you do get a 10% student discount on all materials you purchase while enrolled in class. Also included is a free one hour private...
Intermediate
18 and older
Intro to 3D Design & Printing
Edgewater Workbench @ 1130 W Thorndale, Chicago, IL
Create your own 3D printed model! Learn the fundamentals of 3D design, and print a design that you create. In this class, we will discuss applications of 3D printing in many industries, and learn the basics of 3D design. Using free, browser-based software, you will create a unique design and leave with a 3D printed model of it!
Beginner
15 and older
$40
Two Color Cable Workshop
Sifu Design Studio & Fine Yarns
Want to take basic cables to the next level? In this innovative class, Andi Smith of "Big Foot Knits" takes you step by step through the process and shows you how to create stunning colorful cables in this three hour workshop. The class will cover: Which stitch patterns work best How to choose what colors to use How to work 10 different stitches Tips and tricks to make it all work A list of supplies and materials will be provided...
Intermediate
18 and older
Crochet Snowflakes
Sifu Design Studio & Fine Yarns
If you have ever caught a snowflake and wanted to keep it forever and ever because it was so beautiful, this is your chance to make one that will last a whole heck of a lot longer. Crochet snowflakes are great as holiday ornaments or just winter time decorations! This is an intermediate class so you should already know basic crochet stitches. Some materials included. Patterns will be provided for you.
Intermediate
18 and older
Canning 101
Peterson Garden Project @ 5917 N Broadway St, Chicago, IL
Join us for this demo class, and let Master Canner Liat Shanan settle your fear of canning once and for all. We’ll go over safe canning guidelines, canning terms, and equipment, and recommondations on how to store your canned goods. Liat will demonstrate the entire process of the boiling water bath method and pressure canning method, and leave you feeling confident to try it at home!
$55
Pickling 101
Whether you’re a novice canner or a seasoned pickler in need of a refresher, join Master Canner Liat Shanan for this hands-on class. We will go over the basics of pickling science and boiling-water-bath canning, including information on food safety, and recommendations on how to store your newly canned goods. At the end of class, everyone get to take home a jar of pickled asparagus that they’ve made
Homemade Fruit Preserves
What better way to preserve summer fruits than by making jam? This hands-on class is designed for the novice canner as well as the seasoned one in need of a refresher. We will discuss the difference between jams, jellies, chutneys and marmalade and cover the basics of boiling-water-bath canning, including information on food safety and recommendations on how to store your newly canned goods. We’ll have materials available and will show you beautiful...
Homemade Vinegar Shrubs
Shrubs, once a staple on the colonial American table, have recently come back into vogue. A simple mixture of fruit, sweetener, and vinegar, their sweet and sour flavors make a refreshing and tasty addition to water or cocktails. Shrubs are an excellent way to experiment with different flavor combinations, as well as a great way to use seasonal fruits at the peak of ripeness. We’ll sample three different shrubs, as well as light snacks, while creating...
Painting I, Oil
Aartwerk Studio @ 1141 W Granville Ave, Chicago, IL
Oils are back! There is a revival of interest in oils, and we understand why you are eager to jump into exploring this beautiful medium. However, if you you are entirely new to painting, we recommend (but don’t require) taking Acrylics I first. (Should you wonder why, please read the course description for Acrylics I.) The course will commence with an introduction to the medium. Students will learn the rules for proper usage and develop an understanding...
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