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Transform old T-shirts into a colorful, one-of-a-kind coaster while learning the art of reverse appliqué. This beginner-friendly workshop combines decorative hand sewing with a creative approach to textile reuse. • Learn the fundamentals of reverse appliqué through layering, stitching, and cutting techniques • Create a one-of-a-kind coaster using upcycled T-shirts and decorative hand sewing •…

Create a beautiful handmade plant hanger while learning the timeless craft of macramé. You’ll build confidence with the foundational knots and techniques that open the door to future projects. * Learn the essential knots and techniques of macramé * Measure, tie, and assemble your own custom plant hanger * Leave with a finished piece and…

Learn how to preserve fresh produce through pickling and fermentation in this hands-on workshop. You’ll explore both vinegar-based and salt-based methods while making a variety of flavorful recipes. In this workshop you’ll: * Learn the basics of fermentation and vinegar pickling * Understand the differences between fermented, fresh, and refrigerator pickles * Make 3 types…

Discover the flavor of freshly milled, locally grown grains while learning to mix, ferment, and shape whole grain sourdough with baker Dan Ferreira of Bedstone Baking. In this workshop you’ll: * Taste and compare Farmer Mai’s Sonora and Marquis wheat with an introduction to Abruzzi rye * Learn how freshly milled flour changes hydration, fermentation,…

With Cathrina of Cat Hawk Gardens, “The Kokedama Mama” Discover the Japanese art of kokedama—living plant arrangements wrapped in moss. Guided by Cathrina of Cat Hawk Gardens, you’ll explore this mindful practice of balance, beauty, and simplicity while creating your own kokedama to take home. In this workshop you’ll: * Learn traditional techniques for forming…

Part of our monthly Preserve the Season series, this hands-on workshop explores practical techniques for capturing the best of the harvest. Guided by Christina Connelly of Apple Blossom Acres, you’ll learn the fundamentals of home preservation while working with the freshest stone fruit available that week. In this workshop you’ll: * Learn the basics of…

Dive into the world of sourdough baking in this hands-on class! Learn how to create and feed a sourdough starter, master the basics of bulk fermentation, and shape different types of loaves. Along the way, you’ll gain an understanding of timing, technique, and the simple ingredients that make sourdough bread so special. Perfect for beginners…

Discover the magic of botanical color with Hanna the Wool Witch. Using flowers and natural dye materials, you’ll create one-of-a-kind patterns on silk through the traditional process of bundle dyeing. In this workshop you’ll: • Learn the fundamentals of botanical bundle dyeing • Create one-of-a-kind designs using flowers and natural dyes • Explore color, pattern,…

Learn the art of traditional Japanese sashiko while creating a zokin—a durable household cloth made from layered textiles. You’ll discover simple stitching techniques rooted in repair, reinforcement, and thoughtful reuse. In this workshop you’ll: • Learn foundational sashiko stitches • Create a traditional Japanese zokin • Explore mending and textile upcycling techniques Leave with a finished zokin…