Workshops

Ever wanted to learn how to use a sewing machine? Then this is the class for you! Learn to use and care for sewing machines with this hands-on workshop on Ragfinery's Baby Lock sewing machines. You will receive a take-home chart of common sewing machine functions that are standard for most electronic and computerized machines, ...Read more >

This class will teach you to make sturdy baskets from almost any kind of scrap fabric! Thick strips of fabric are twisted and bound together with yarn, strong cotton string, or thin strips of more fabric. Learn this simple technique, then take your new skills home with you and continue creating to your heart’s content. ...Read more >

Sashiko mending is a Japanese style of visible mending that uses embroidery stitching to create beautiful surface designs. It’s simple to learn, but has endless style variations. In this workshop you’ll learn the basics of sashiko and various sashiko patterns and styles of mending. You will design a sashiko patch, and go home with a ...Read more >

In this class, you’ll not only learn the basics of knitting, but you’ll come home with your very own garter stitch banner - perfect for bringing whimsy and brightness to any part of your house! This class will teach you all you need to know to start knitting: how to cast onto the needles, how ...Read more >

Learn the art of needle felting and beautify your favorite wool sweater while doing it. This class will have you wishing you had more garments in your closet with frayed cuffs and holey sleeves, just so you can revitalize them with a felted appliqué. Choose a small project that you can tackle in this 2 hour ...Read more >

Note: This class runs two Saturdays: 2/1 and 2/8, 10am-3:30pm with an hour lunch period.  Decorate your table with your very own custom-made table runner! In this workshop, you’ll learn Rep Weave technique, making a lovely and unique table runner. Previous weaving experience helpful but not required. Ages 12+ Impact: Strips of upcycled fabric and yarn ...Read more >

Learn how to upcycle a sweater into a warm and beautiful pair of glitten fingerless gloves. The option for a mitten top helps with those bitter cold days. Cashmere, merino wool, and lambswool sweaters make for cozy and fashionable cold weather accessory. Ages 12+ Impact: Damaged and discarded sweaters are given a new life as functional ...Read more >

Make a one of a kind, hand embroidered patch. In this 2 hour workshop, you'll make a patch using one of the images created by local artist, Erin Eggenburg. Choose from a moth, mushroom, eye or flower (or bring your own image) to create a patch perfect for a bag or jacket. Impact: These patches ...Read more >

Sashiko mending is a Japanese style of visible mending that uses embroidery stitching to create beautiful surface designs. It’s simple to learn, but has endless style variations. In this workshop you’ll learn the basics of sashiko and various sashiko patterns and styles of mending. You will design a sashiko patch, and go home with a ...Read more >

Bring in your garments, gear, and household items in need of repair or alteration and a Ragfinery staff member will walk you through mending them! This drop-in mending session will focus on machine and hand-sewing, and will not include help with darning. This workshop is made possible through grant funding and is a part of ...Read more >

Learn how to craft a beautiful no-sew braided rug from old sheets! This four strand technique eliminates the need for sewing braids together and results in a sturdy rug able to withstand the modern washer and dryer.  Impact: Worn, torn, or stained fabrics are diverted from the landfill. Participant and Materials Requirements: Please bring sharp scissors, 2 old ...Read more >

Note: This workshop is held on two consecutive Saturdays, 2/15 and 2/22. This workshop focuses on teaching you to upcycle or alter your own clothes and is taught by the patient and personable, Brigitte. Start with the basics, learning about the care and use of a sewing machine, then jump right into sewing! Students of ...Read more >

Start your skill journey with the ancient craft of drop spindle spinning. Participants will explore the use of the top whorl drop spindle and hear the stories of this old-world essential textile process.  Move on to trying your hand with a spinning wheel for further skill development. Ages 9+ Impact: Mastering this simple skill for ...Read more >

Expand your dyepot skills into the rich indigo blue zone with this hands on workshop! Experiment with a natural fiber cloth and yarns too! The history and chemistry of indigo will be brought to class in an easy to understand system so you can take your skills home.  Impact: Items with stains and imperfections are ...Read more >

Bring socks! We'll learn a good technique for darning them. If you have other items in need of mending, like a sweater with holes, bring those as well. This is a let's-mend-what-you-got class! Ages 12+ Impact: Torn and worn clothing is repaired so it can be worn longer, decreasing the need for new items. Participant ...Read more >

This class will demystify the installation of zippers and in the process, you will sew a lovely travel zip pouch!  Zip bags can be made in any size and in most any kind of fabric or material.  Quilters cotton is the easiest to work with but zip pouches can even be sewn from plastic.  You ...Read more >

Bring in your garments, gear, and household items in need of repair or alteration and a Ragfinery staff member will walk you through mending them! This drop-in mending session will focus on machine and hand-sewing, and will not include help with darning. This workshop is made possible through grant funding and is a part of ...Read more >

Note: This class runs three Saturdays: 3/7, 3/14, and 3/21, 10am-1pm.  Learn to weave with Aurora Lindquist!  In a series of three Saturday morning sessions, learn to plan a weaving project and what materials to use, warp a loom, and create your own 2’ by 4′ rug. Impact: Scraps of fabric and used clothing are saved from ...Read more >

These adorable little creatures come together like magic! In this workshop you will sculpt wool roving into charming gnomes to give as one-of-a-kind, handmade gift or keep all for yourself. Your gnome can be turned into a magnet, pin or travel sized friend. Ages 7+ Impact: Castaway natural wool roving is transformed into an ornament ...Read more >

Learn how to craft a beautiful no-sew braided rug from old sheets! This four strand technique eliminates the need for sewing braids together and results in a sturdy rug able to withstand the modern washer and dryer.  Impact: Worn, torn, or stained fabrics are diverted from the landfill. Participant and Materials Requirements: Please bring sharp scissors, 2 old ...Read more >

Sashiko mending is a Japanese style of visible mending that uses embroidery stitching to create beautiful surface designs. It’s simple to learn, but has endless style variations. In this workshop you’ll learn the basics of sashiko and various sashiko patterns and styles of mending. You will design a sashiko patch, and go home with a ...Read more >

This class will teach you to make sturdy baskets from almost any kind of scrap fabric! Thick strips of fabric are twisted and bound together with yarn, strong cotton string, or thin strips of more fabric. Learn this simple technique, then take your new skills home with you and continue creating to your heart’s content. ...Read more >

Ever wanted to learn how to use a sewing machine? Then this is the class for you! Learn to use and care for sewing machines with this hands-on workshop on Ragfinery's Baby Lock sewing machines. You will receive a take-home chart of common sewing machine functions that are standard for most electronic and computerized machines, ...Read more >

Expand your dyepot skills into the rich indigo blue zone with this hands on workshop! Experiment with a natural fiber cloth and yarns too! The history and chemistry of indigo will be brought to class in an easy to understand system so you can take your skills home.  Impact: Items with stains and imperfections are ...Read more >

Join in the time-honored tradition of sewing toys from the scrap basket. Inspired by children’s books, little rabbit finger puppets are made from boiled wool and scraps. From basic shapes, learn the fabric preparation and traditional toymaking techniques to finish, personalize and costume your bunny. Think Easter baskets, bouquets, hidden for the garden egg hunt. ...Read more >

Bring in your garments, gear, and household items in need of repair or alteration and a Ragfinery staff member will walk you through mending them! This drop-in mending session will focus on machine and hand-sewing, and will not include help with darning. This workshop is made possible through grant funding and is a part of ...Read more >