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)

If you are able to thread a needle and do the simple overcast/whip stitch (neatly or not!), you’re capable of creating a textile tree infused with loving kindness for the recipient. If you’re already a fiber artist, this is a chance to explore a 3-D approach to your materials.

We will create small Korean-style pouches to hang from actual branches. Traditionally, in Korea, while making something for someone you care about, you stitch while holding positive thoughts for that person, whether for a happy marriage, successful career, strong health, and so on. We start with squares of fabric (sagak). There are many options: interior design samples from FabMo, remnants from other projects, Korean ramie, cloth you’ve hand-dyed, felt, organza you’ve painted, even decorative paper. Mix and match colors, patterns, textures or stick to one theme. To close the 4 sides into a dangling pouch, the thread can match or contrast the fabric color. If you like, add beads on the outside and/or a message of good wishes on the inside. In Korea, a larger pouch (jumeoni) might include a gift of money for a child.

$118 per person