Fiber Arts

Pre-registration is required for classes & workshops - please register online below or call 508-693-1850.
Minimum age requirement for all adult classes is 14 years old.
CANCELLATION AND REFUND POLICY:
Please read all class descriptions and be aware of age, skill level and materials requirements in ADVANCE of registering for any classes and workshops. Featherstone does not issue refunds unless we cancel the class due to low enrollment. All class cancellations will be issued class credit for future use.

New to Knitting with Helen Hall
Days: See Below
Dates: December 6, 7, & 13
Time: See Below
Location: Art Barn Drawing Studio
Fee: Vary per plass

This adults only class (students ages 8-14 may attend ONLY with a registered adult) we will discuss and experiment with knitting basics. No prior experience in knitting is necessary; this class can be taken as a beginner class or as a supplementary to your already existing knowledge. Each class can be taken on its own or taken as a series. Learn the basics and bring a partner; great for moms & daughters or sons or grandkids, sisters and brothers or friends. Learning the new skills sets is easier and more fun with a buddy.

Hats
Monday, December 6, 6:00-8:00PM: In this class, students will learn to read a pattern, cast-on, the knit stich with knitting in the round, increasing and decreasing and casting off creating your own, unique rolled brim hat. $60.00 per class, materials included.

Baby Sweaters
Tuesday, December 7, 10:00AM-12:00PM: In this class, students will learn to read a pattern, cast-on, the knit and purl stich, increasing and decreasing and casting off creating your own, unique baby sweater for someone special. $75.00 per class, materials included.

Scarves
Monday, December 13, 6:00-8:00PM: In this class, students will learn to read a pattern, cast-on, the knit and purl stich and casting off creating your own, unique winter scarf. $50.00 per class, materials included.

Please call 508-693-1850 to register for this free group

Weekly Knitting Group with Helen Hall
Days: Thursdays
Dates: 9/23, 9/30, 10/7, 10/14, 10/21, 10/28, 11/4, 12/2, 12/9, 12/16
Time: 12:30 -2:30PM
Location: Art Barn Drawing Studio
Fee: Free

Join us on Thursdays for a drop in group for knitters of all skill levels. Enjoy company and conversation as we work on our various projects. While this is non-instructional time, Helen can provide assistance, advice and guidance if you have a question.

Previous 2020

Workshop: Felted Slippers (wet felting around a resist) with Christa Fischer
Project to be completed over 2 sessions
Dates: TBD
Time: 10:00AM - 2:00PM
Location: Pebble Studio
Fee: $160, includes all materials
No experience needed, open to ages 13+

Create slippers for yourself or a friend over 2 or more classes. You will create wool felt slippers choosing from several styles, each pair will be unique. Bring a tracing of the person's feet who will be receiving the slippers and a pair of strong arms! This class require perseverance but you will be rewarded with a pair of wool slippers that will last for many, many years. Alternatively it is possible to make a pair of baby booties; quite a bit easier!

Workshop: Embellishing Jeans with Helen Hall
Days: Thursdays
Dates: TBD
Time: 4:00PM - 6:00PM
Location: Pebble Studio
Fee: $40

Have a favorite pair of jeans that need some TLC? Always wanted a pair of embroidered jeans but don't want to shell out the $$? Come learn some basic techniques that can turn something basic to fabulous using basic sewing, embroidery and appliqué techniques. The class will cover basic sewing techniques to save and salvage your garment and make it unique to you. You bring your item, a pair of jeans or a shirt to embellish and/or repair and we'll supply the rest.

Workshop: Felted Pictures (wet felting) with Christa Fischer
Date: TBD
Time: 10:00AM - 1:00PM
Location: Pebble Studio
Fee: $55, includes all materials
No experience needed, open to ages 13+

It's true! You can create art with wool as your canvas and wool as your medium! You will learn the wet felting process in this workshop while creating a unique piece of art the same time.