There is no need to toss textile stuff into the landfill. Using a variety of fabrics, yarns, threads, papers, embellishments (beads, feathers, etc.), and whatever else is at hand, we will create abstract compositions to fit inside Strathmore photo frame cards (5”x7”). They can be used as unique cards for special occasions or inserted into inexpensive frames to become personal gifts of original art.

$95 (all materials included)

Join us for a rejuvenating and peaceful morning of yoga at the Museum! Whether you're a seasoned yogi or a beginner, Sarah Wilhelm will guide you through a series of gentle poses and mindfulness practices, all within the inspiring environment of our Museum. All ages and levels welcome, we can't wait to see you!

MAY will feature Chair Yoga—accessible to all!!

$18 per person

​Join us for a hands-on workshop exploring creative approaches to sustainable textile design led by artist and designer Mira Musank. Participants will learn how simple paper materials can become the starting point for garment and textile construction while engaging with ideas of waste reduction, craft, and sustainable making. No prior experience is required.

​This workshop is part of the San José Climate Art Program, an initiative connecting artists, cultural organizations, and communities through creative responses to climate action. Paper to Pattern is organized in collaboration with Mira Musank, FabMo, and the San Jose Museum of Quilts & Textiles.

FREE, limited spots

You'll learn many techniques for creating a truly unique and stunning art piece, with multiple layers and textures of fabric. The piece begins with creating a base, then covering it with beautiful overlays of fabric, surrounded by shapes that extend outward, giving the piece added shape, dimension and excitement. The final piece will hang on the wall. No sewing involved, no art experience necessary, and perfect for all levels, from beginning through advanced artists.

$130 (all materials included)

Join us every first Saturday of the month for a phone-free activity!

This month the museum will host "ON REPEAT" where you will learn how to make a repeat pattern to reference for other creative projects using paints, markers, pens, pencils, cardstock, tape and scissors. Let your imagination fly and create a pattern that is completely unique!

FREE with admission

Join us for a two-part program starting at the San Jose Museum of Quilts & Textiles for a curator-led tour of the exhibition The Woven Pixel, which explores the rise of digital weaving. Then join us at the San Jose Museum of Art for a curator-led tour of Motherboards, which explores the legacies of women’s work in technology.

FREE

Tour starts at the San Jose Museum of Quilts & Textiles

Join artist Angela Zamora in a cornhusk flower arrangement workshop. Participants will create various flowers using folding and tying techniques on naturally dyed corn husks.

As a San Francisco-based interdisciplinary artist, Angela Zamora creates sculptures and films that honor her Mexican-American roots. However, the heart of her practice lies in the belief that art is a communal act. Angela is dedicated to breaking down barriers to the art world by prioritizing accessible hands-on workshops. Whether building with corn husks or facilitating public art experiences, her goal is to create spaces where Latino community members can see themselves reflected and empowered through creativity.

$10 per person (all materials included)

Join us for a rejuvenating and peaceful morning of yoga at the Museum! Whether you're a seasoned yogi or a beginner, Sarah Wilhelm will guide you through a series of gentle poses and mindfulness practices, all within the inspiring environment of our Museum. All ages and levels welcome, we can't wait to see you!

APRIL will feature Chair Yoga—accessible to all!!

$18 per person

Join us for a rejuvenating and peaceful morning of yoga at the Museum! Whether you're a seasoned yogi or a beginner, Sarah Wilhelm will guide you through a series of gentle poses and mindfulness practices, all within the inspiring environment of our Museum. All ages and levels welcome, we can't wait to see you!

MARCH, APRIL, AND MAY will feature Chair Yoga—accessible to all!!

$18 per person

Saturday, March 7th, 2026 at 2pm

Coats, Coats, and More

When I began doing almost exclusively coats about 15 years ago, I had only planned to do them for a year. “The Year of the Coat.” I found that I enjoyed making coats. Short Coats, Long Coats, Boxy Coats, Vintage Coats, Flare Coats, A-Line Coats, and Swing Coats. I love them all. It is a larger canvas; you get to tell a fuller story and use more fabrics.

I would describe my style as very eclectic; I love colors, like ethnic, and combining and mixing them. I am drawn to creating wearable art because it allows me to play with all sorts of ideas, and it will enable me to use my voice to express or explore ideas and tell stories.

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Rachel D.K. Clark is a contemporary folk artist, teacher, and lecturer who comes from a long line of sewers, beginning with her great-grandmother. She has been doing wearable for over 40 years and teaching on the national circuit for thirty years. Eclectic fabric mixes, vibrant designs, and her keen sense of humor characterize her work. While her work can be whimsical, political, or a personal statement, it always reflects her love of traditional quilt making.

Join us for a stunning display of Clark's coats with a lecture about her process and more!

$20 per person

Wrap beautiful fabric strips around a rope core, and use fancy yarns and strings to secure and coil it all into an elaborate basket, creating any shape that you choose. We'll decorate the piece with embellishments, handles, or anything that excites your aesthetic sensibilities. No art or basket-making experience is necessary and all levels are most welcome. Perfect for beginning through advanced artists.

All materials will be supplied, including a large and wonderful selection of fabrics, yarns, rope, clips, and basket-making needles. Please bring fabric scissors if you have them, and household scissors if not. Optionally, you're most welcome to bring fabric, yarn, lace, trim, string, buttons, beads and other fibers and embellishments.

$130 (all materials included)

Join us for a rejuvenating and peaceful morning of yoga at the Museum! Whether you're a seasoned yogi or a beginner, Sarah Wilhelm will guide you through a series of gentle poses and mindfulness practices, all within the inspiring environment of our Museum. All ages and levels welcome, we can't wait to see you!

$18 per person

Learn techniques to create exciting and unique mixed media weavings on a simple loom (supplied for you). You'll learn stitches to weave in with yarn and fabric and how to add beads, jewelry parts and all sorts of fun embellishments to create a lively, textured piece. You’ll also learn to make special tassels, pompoms, and fringes to add to the body and edges of your weaving. No weaving or art experience is necessary to take this workshop, or to make fabulous pieces of art. Perfect for beginning through advanced artists.

All materials will be supplied, including a large and wonderful selection of fabrics and yarns, looms, weaving needles and warp string. Please bring fabric scissors if you have them, and household scissors if not. Optionally, you're most welcome to bring fabric, yarn, string, buttons, beads and other fibers and embellishments.

$130 ($25 materials fee included)

Block of the Month: Quilt Workshop Series - NOVEMBER SESSION

Join us every Third Thursday for a fun and educational journey through the foundations of quilting! This "Block of the Month" series is perfect for beginners and seasoned quilters alike who want to sharpen their skills, connect with a creative community, and build a beautiful quilt—one block at a time.

Each month, we’ll dive deep into a classic quilt block, exploring tips, techniques, and variations to grow your confidence and creativity:

• July 17 – 4-Patch

• August 21 – 9-Patch

• September 18 – Log Cabin

• October 16 – Half-Square Triangle

• November 20 – Flying Geese

• BONUS: December 18 – Assembly & Binding (available only with full series sign-up)

Flexible Enrollment:

Sign up for individual classes that fit your interest or schedule, or register for the full series at a discounted rate and gain exclusive access to the December class where we’ll cover quilt assembly and binding techniques.

SUPPLIES:

You will need to bring your own working sewing machine with needles and thread. All other supplies like fabric, tools, patterns, etc will be provided.

Whether you're just getting started or looking to refresh your quilting fundamentals, this hands-on series will leave you inspired and ready to stitch something beautiful!

Are you a San Jose Museum of Quilts & Textiles Member? Use code: MEMBER10 for 10% off all workshop registration fees.

Unwind with our new offering, Yoga at the Museum, a unique blend of tranquility and culture hosted by the San Jose Museum of Quilts & Textiles. Whether you’re a seasoned yogi or a beginner, our instructor will guide you through a series of gentle poses and mindfulness practices, all within the calming and inspiring environment of our museum. Join us for a harmonious fusion of movement and art as you stretch, breathe, and relax in a space where creativity meets serenity.

Be prepared with a yoga mat and wearing comfortable clothes. Don’t have a mat? Yoga mats will be provided on a first come, first served basis.

Are you a San Jose Museum of Quilts & Textiles Member? Use code: MEMBER10 for 10% off all workshop registration fees.

Block of the Month: Quilt Workshop Series - OCTOBER SESSION

Join us every Third Thursday for a fun and educational journey through the foundations of quilting! This "Block of the Month" series is perfect for beginners and seasoned quilters alike who want to sharpen their skills, connect with a creative community, and build a beautiful quilt—one block at a time.

Each month, we’ll dive deep into a classic quilt block, exploring tips, techniques, and variations to grow your confidence and creativity:

• July 17 – 4-Patch

• August 21 – 9-Patch

• September 18 – Log Cabin

• October 16 – Half-Square Triangle

• November 20 – Flying Geese

• BONUS: December 18 – Assembly & Binding (available only with full series sign-up)

Flexible Enrollment:

Sign up for individual classes that fit your interest or schedule, or register for the full series at a discounted rate and gain exclusive access to the December class where we’ll cover quilt assembly and binding techniques.

SUPPLIES:

You will need to bring your own working sewing machine with needles and thread. All other supplies like fabric, tools, patterns, etc will be provided.

Whether you're just getting started or looking to refresh your quilting fundamentals, this hands-on series will leave you inspired and ready to stitch something beautiful!

Are you a San Jose Museum of Quilts & Textiles Member? Use code: MEMBER10 for 10% off all workshop registration fees.

Block of the Month: Quilt Workshop Series - SEPTEMBER SESSION

Join us every Third Thursday for a fun and educational journey through the foundations of quilting! This "Block of the Month" series is perfect for beginners and seasoned quilters alike who want to sharpen their skills, connect with a creative community, and build a beautiful quilt—one block at a time.

Each month, we’ll dive deep into a classic quilt block, exploring tips, techniques, and variations to grow your confidence and creativity:

• July 17 – 4-Patch

• August 21 – 9-Patch

• September 18 – Log Cabin

• October 16 – Half-Square Triangle

• November 20 – Flying Geese

• BONUS: December 18 – Assembly & Binding (available only with full series sign-up)

Flexible Enrollment:

Sign up for individual classes that fit your interest or schedule, or register for the full series at a discounted rate and gain exclusive access to the December class where we’ll cover quilt assembly and binding techniques.

SUPPLIES:

You will need to bring your own working sewing machine with needles and thread. All other supplies like fabric, tools, patterns, etc will be provided.

Whether you're just getting started or looking to refresh your quilting fundamentals, this hands-on series will leave you inspired and ready to stitch something beautiful!

Are you a San Jose Museum of Quilts & Textiles Member? Use code: MEMBER10 for 10% off all workshop registration fees.

Unwind with our new offering, Yoga at the Museum, a unique blend of tranquility and culture hosted by the San Jose Museum of Quilts & Textiles. Whether you’re a seasoned yogi or a beginner, our instructor will guide you through a series of gentle poses and mindfulness practices, all within the calming and inspiring environment of our museum. Join us for a harmonious fusion of movement and art as you stretch, breathe, and relax in a space where creativity meets serenity.

Be prepared with a yoga mat and wearing comfortable clothes. Don’t have a mat? Yoga mats will be provided on a first come, first served basis.

Are you a San Jose Museum of Quilts & Textiles Member? Use code: MEMBER10 for 10% off all workshop registration fees.

**Please note that your ticket will only reflect the starting date of your course, but you are enrolling in a multi-session course held over the span of a weekend. The details and dates are listed below**

Both experienced and beginner weavers are invited to learn and share design and technical skills while surrounded by the natural beauty of the New Brighton State Beach. While choosing fibers hand dyed by tapestry artist Doris Florig, you will capture the effects of weather and light which are otherwise difficult to produce in a studio.

Your fee covers the cost of the yarns used during the workshop.  Doris supplies you with a loom for weaving on site. She has pre-warped the looms so you can begin weaving when you arrive. The warp is yours to take home. The looms and yarns will be available for purchase at the conclusion of the workshop.

DATES

• August Session: Saturday August 23rd from 12:00pm to 4:00pm AND Sunday the 24th from 10:00am to 2:00pm

This workshop will be held over both Saturday and Sunday at the New Brighton State Beach located at 1500 Park Ave Capitola, CA 95010

Are you a San Jose Museum of Quilts & Textiles Member? Use code: MEMBER10 for 10% off all workshop registration fees.

**Please note that your ticket will only reflect the starting date of your course, but you are enrolling in a multi-session course held over the span of a weekend. The details and dates are listed below**

Block of the Month: Quilt Workshop Series - FULL SERIES

Join us every Third Thursday for a fun and educational journey through the foundations of quilting! This "Block of the Month" series is perfect for beginners and seasoned quilters alike who want to sharpen their skills, connect with a creative community, and build a beautiful quilt—one block at a time.

Each month, we’ll dive deep into a classic quilt block, exploring tips, techniques, and variations to grow your confidence and creativity:

• August 21 – 9-Patch

• September 18 – Log Cabin

• October 16 – Half-Square Triangle

• November 20 – Flying Geese

• BONUS: December 18 – Assembly & Binding (available only with full series sign-up)

Flexible Enrollment:

Sign up for individual classes that fit your interest or schedule, or register for the full series at a discounted rate and gain exclusive access to the December class where we’ll cover quilt assembly and binding techniques.

SUPPLIES:

You will need to bring your own working sewing machine with needles and thread. All other supplies like fabric, tools, patterns, etc will be provided.

Whether you're just getting started or looking to refresh your quilting fundamentals, this hands-on series will leave you inspired and ready to stitch something beautiful!

Are you a San Jose Museum of Quilts & Textiles Member? Use code: MEMBER10 for 10% off all workshop registration fees.

Block of the Month: Quilt Workshop Series - AUGUST SESSION

Join us every Third Thursday for a fun and educational journey through the foundations of quilting! This "Block of the Month" series is perfect for beginners and seasoned quilters alike who want to sharpen their skills, connect with a creative community, and build a beautiful quilt—one block at a time.

Each month, we’ll dive deep into a classic quilt block, exploring tips, techniques, and variations to grow your confidence and creativity:

• July 17 – 4-Patch

• August 21 – 9-Patch

• September 18 – Log Cabin

• October 16 – Half-Square Triangle

• November 20 – Flying Geese

• BONUS: December 18 – Assembly & Binding (available only with full series sign-up)

Flexible Enrollment:

Sign up for individual classes that fit your interest or schedule, or register for the full series at a discounted rate and gain exclusive access to the December class where we’ll cover quilt assembly and binding techniques.

SUPPLIES:

You will need to bring your own working sewing machine with needles and thread. All other supplies like fabric, tools, patterns, etc will be provided.

Whether you're just getting started or looking to refresh your quilting fundamentals, this hands-on series will leave you inspired and ready to stitch something beautiful!

Are you a San Jose Museum of Quilts & Textiles Member? Use code: MEMBER10 for 10% off all workshop registration fees.

Unwind with our new offering, Yoga at the Museum, a unique blend of tranquility and culture hosted by the San Jose Museum of Quilts & Textiles. Whether you’re a seasoned yogi or a beginner, our instructor will guide you through a series of gentle poses and mindfulness practices, all within the calming and inspiring environment of our museum. Join us for a harmonious fusion of movement and art as you stretch, breathe, and relax in a space where creativity meets serenity.

Be prepared with a yoga mat and wearing comfortable clothes. Don’t have a mat? Yoga mats will be provided on a first come, first served basis.

Are you a San Jose Museum of Quilts & Textiles Member? Use code: MEMBER10 for 10% off all workshop registration fees.

Block of the Month: Quilt Workshop Series - JULY SESSION

Join us every Third Thursday for a fun and educational journey through the foundations of quilting! This "Block of the Month" series is perfect for beginners and seasoned quilters alike who want to sharpen their skills, connect with a creative community, and build a beautiful quilt—one block at a time.

Each month, we’ll dive deep into a classic quilt block, exploring tips, techniques, and variations to grow your confidence and creativity:

• July 17 – 4-Patch

• August 21 – 9-Patch

• September 18 – Log Cabin

• October 16 – Half-Square Triangle

• November 20 – Flying Geese

• BONUS: December 18 – Assembly & Binding (available only with full series sign-up)

Flexible Enrollment:

Sign up for individual classes that fit your interest or schedule, or register for the full series at a discounted rate and gain exclusive access to the December class where we’ll cover quilt assembly and binding techniques.

SUPPLIES:

You will need to bring your own working sewing machine with needles and thread. All other supplies like fabric, tools, patterns, etc will be provided.

Whether you're just getting started or looking to refresh your quilting fundamentals, this hands-on series will leave you inspired and ready to stitch something beautiful!

Are you a San Jose Museum of Quilts & Textiles Member? Use code: MEMBER10 for 10% off all workshop registration fees.

Unwind with our new offering, Yoga at the Museum, a unique blend of tranquility and culture hosted by the San Jose Museum of Quilts & Textiles. Whether you’re a seasoned yogi or a beginner, our instructor will guide you through a series of gentle poses and mindfulness practices, all within the calming and inspiring environment of our museum. Join us for a harmonious fusion of movement and art as you stretch, breathe, and relax in a space where creativity meets serenity.

Be prepared with a yoga mat and wearing comfortable clothes. Don’t have a mat? Yoga mats will be provided on a first come, first served basis.

Are you a San Jose Museum of Quilts & Textiles Member? Use code: MEMBER10 for 10% off all workshop registration fees.

***Please note that your ticket will only reflect the starting date of your course, but you are enrolling in a multi-session course held over the span of a weekend. The details and dates are listed below**

Take your sewing skills to the next level in this hands-on workshop designed for confident beginners and intermediate sewists alike. In this class, you’ll learn how to construct a stylish and functional 12-patch tote bag, complete with a lining, binding, and an interior pocket. Along the way, you'll build on essential techniques like piecing, layering, and finishing.

Students must bring their own sewing machine and should already be comfortable sewing straight stitches. All other materials will be provided, and guidance will be given step by step to ensure a fun and rewarding experience.

DATES:

• May Session: Saturday and Sunday, May 24th and 25th from 1:00 pm to 3:30pm

Are you a San Jose Museum of Quilts & Textiles Member? Use code: MEMBER10 for 10% off all workshop registration fees.

Unwind with our new offering, Yoga at the Museum, a unique blend of tranquility and culture hosted by the San Jose Museum of Quilts & Textiles. Whether you’re a seasoned yogi or a beginner, our instructor will guide you through a series of gentle poses and mindfulness practices, all within the calming and inspiring environment of our museum. Join us for a harmonious fusion of movement and art as you stretch, breathe, and relax in a space where creativity meets serenity.

Be prepared with a yoga mat and wearing comfortable clothes. Don’t have a mat? Yoga mats will be provided on a first come, first served basis.

Are you a San Jose Museum of Quilts & Textiles Member? Use code: MEMBER10 for 10% off all workshop registration fees.

Join us for another hands-on workshop where you’ll use blanket stitch (also called buttonhole stitch) to create wearable art. If you missed this workshop in September, now's your chance! Bring something you'd like to embellish - jeans and canvas bags work well - or make a denim patch with our provided denim scraps to add to your jeans at home. All other materials will be provided, and no experience is necessary.

Are you an San Jose Museum of Quilts & Textiles Member? Use Code: MEMBER10 to receive 10% off all workshop registration fees.

Explore the accessible and fun process of alternative photography through cyanotype using the photogram method of arranging objects on light sensitive fabric or paper. Bring a friend and enjoy an afternoon using flowers, plants and other objects to create striking blue patterns on fabric and paper. You will learn how to mix and paint the chemicals, wet and dry techniques, composition and more. No art experience needed. All materials provided. You are welcome to bring your own pressed plants or other objects if desired.

Are you a San Jose Museum of Quilts & Textiles Member? Use code: MEMBER10 for 10% off all workshop registration fees.