All classes are by appointment. If you are interested in a class let us know what dates and times work best for you and we will schedule the class accordingly. We prefer teaching one-on-one and do not require a minimum number of students in a class. Samples of class projects can be seen in the shop.
We can make special arrangements for home schooled children or groups. Please give us two weeks notice.Students receive 10% off in-stock merchandise on their class days.
Enrollment Information
Register required at least one week prior to class. Payment of half of the class fee is due at registration and the balance is due before the class begins. Supplies are ordered and commitments are made to the instructors based on your registration.BEADWORK a Beadwork Basics
Informational class covers bead stringing techniques with different types of materials (threads & wires) and knotting. Lear how to use findings, tools, bead boards, etc to make necklaces, bracelets and earrings. No project made - only practice with tools and findings. No experience required. 1 session, includes handouts & materials. Beaded Bookmarks
Make book thongs and embellished metal bookmarks. Learn bead selection, knots, working with findings and tools, basic wire working. No experience required. 1 session, includes findings & metal bookmark, beads & charms extra. Easy Bead Collage Pin
Create a pin around a focal bead or color scheme. Learn to stitch and finish your own design. No beadwork experience required. 1 session, includes instruction, thread, needle and pin finding. Beads & charms extra. Lanyards For ID Badges
Learn to make your own beaded lanyard. Class covers basic beadwork and necklace finishing. No beading experience required. 1 session, includes instruction, beading wire and use of tools. Beads & Findings extra. Memory Wire Jewelry
Stainless steel memory wire never loses its shape and is simple to use. no beading experience required. 1 session, includes one bracelet and one necklace wire, basic beads. Charms extra. Beaded Christmas Ornaments/Bead Netting
Transform an ordinary Christmas ornament into a work of art with this easy-to-learn technique. No beading experience required. Technique can also be applied to lampshades. 1 session, includes pattern, needle, instruction and one ornament, beads & thread extra. Peyote Stitch Bracelet
Learn basic peyote stitch to create this versatile bracelet. Dress it up, dress it down - it always looks great. Peyote stitch, decreases and embellishment & finishing techniques. No experience required. 2 sessions, includes instruction, handouts, needle, beads, clasp & thread extra. Beaded Buttons (as seen in Beadwork Magazine)
Learn to make beaded buttons to be used as earrings or a pin. Experience with peyote stitch helpful but not required. 1 session, includes instruction, your choice of pattern, button, beads & thread extra. Beaded Lampshades
Design basics, beading techniques and application of completed fringe. Bring your own lamp and shade. Knowledge of beadwork helpful but not required. 1 session, includes instruction, needle & handouts, beads, bias tape & supplies extra. Fringed Donut Necklace
What do you do with a semi-precious donut? Make a beautiful fringed necklace! Learn bead stringing, branch fringe, necklace design and completion techniques. No beading experience required. 2 sessions, includes instruction, needle and use of tools, donut, beads & supplies extra. I-Cord Choker
A FiberSpace Original. Learn to make, embellish and finish an I-Cord necklace. Peyote stitch, embellishment and finishing techniques covered. Knitting experience required (cast on, knit). 1 session, includes instruction, pattern and needle, yarn beads & findings extra. Kits available. Bead Knitted Bags/Fashion Accessories
Learn to make bead knitted pendant bags or accessories. BASIC KNOWLEDGE OF KNITTING REQUIRED. 2 sessions, includes pattern, 0000 knitting needles, perle cotton & instruction, beads and supplies extra. Bead Knitted Fish
Learn the secrets of knitting that rare underwater species; the Bead Knitted Fish. Choose a Basic Fish, Clown, Yellow Tang, Goldfish, Fantasy Fish, Starfish, Seahorse, Fish Pendant Bag or Goldfish Pendant Bag. BASIC KNOWLEDGE OF KNITTING REQUIRED. 2 sessions, includes kit & instruction, 0000 needles and some sewing notions required. KNITTING & CROCHET g Knitters Get-Together
A "knitworking" opportunity for knitters of all skill levels to share information, knit and enjoy the company of other knitters. Bring a current project, start a new one, or work on a service project. Improve your skills while spending time with and learning from other knitters. FREE Group meets the second Saturday of the month at FiberSpace, 10 a.m. to noon. Learn To Knit
Movie stars, teens and just plain folks have caught the knitting bug. Knitting calms the mind and soothes the spirit - it's lots of fun, too! Class covers basic stitches and techniques, pattern reading and easy projects to get you knitting right away. 2 sessions, includes set of needles, instruction book, patterns and yarn for class project. Beaded Knitting
Fashion Accessories, Pendant Bags or Fish. See Beadwork classes. Knitting For Felting
Felted hats, slippers, purses, clogs, fish. This class gets you started making them yourself! Learn yarn selection and knitting techniques that will give you the result you want. Overcome the fear of felting - amaze yourself! BASIC KNOWLEDGE OF KNITTING REQUIRED. 2 sessions, includes instruction & pattern, yarns & needles extra. The Joy Of Socks
Socks make great take-along projects. Learn to knit socks for your family and yourself. BASIC KNOWLEDGE OF KNITTING REQUIRED. 2 sessions, includes instruction & pattern, yarn & needles extra. Knit Mittens
A portable and practical project. Learn to knit mittens on double pointed needles. It's easy. Start at the cuff, work to the end and put in a thumb. BASIC KNOWLEDGE OF KNITTING REQUIRED. 2 sessions, includes instructions & pattern. Beyond The Basics - Knitting
Choose a pattern or technique that you would like to learn and our instructor will guide you through the process. Learn to understand patterns, work with gauge, correct errors, make alterations and assemble your finished project. BASIC KNOWLEDGE OF KNITTING REQUIRED. 3 sessions over 3-5 weeks, includes instruction and relevant handouts, pattern, yarn, needles & supplies extra. Learn To Crochet
Learn basic crochet stitches and how to navigate a crochet pattern. 2 sessions, includes instruction, book, crochet hook and yarn. WEAVING i Learn To Weave
Learn to use a 4 harness loom to create original table linens and clothing. Class covers warping , weaving reading patterns, designing. No experience required. 4 sessions over 5-6 weeks, includes first warp, handouts and loom rental for 5 weeks, weaving tools & project yarns extra. Additional time (4-6 hours) required before first class to warp loom. Tapestry Weaving
Beginning tapestry. Weave a small sampler to learn the basics. Yarn selection, warping, weaving, design and color usage covered. Plan to spend 3-6 hours/week at the shop to weave on our looms. NO experience required. 4 sessions, includes loom rental, warp yarn & class handouts, project yarn & equipment extra. Beyond The Basics - 4-Harness or Tapestry Weaving
Fine tune your skills. Intermediate and advanced projects individually chosen by student. Some looms available for rent. BASIC KNOWLEDGE OF 4-HARNESS OR TAPESTRY WEAVING REQUIRED. 2 sessions over 2-4 weeks, includes instruction & handouts, project yarn extra. Japanese Braiding
Learn to set up and use a Japanese Braiding Stand to make round or flat braids. Easy to learn for children & adults. 1 session, includes instruction, use of braiding stand and yarns. Braiding stands also available for purchase. BASKETRY r Pine Needle Baskets
Construct a basket entirely of pine needles. Preparation & handling of needles and ideas for decorating finished baskets covered. No experience required. 2 sessions, includes all materials, handouts & instruction, must have basket making experience or have take the Melon/Spoke class. Saturdays only. 1 session, some materials from home required. SPINNING w Wool Preparation For Spinners
Learn to select, clean, pick, comb and card fleece. Covers hand carding & drum carding. Bring your own fleece or work with ours. 1 session, Saturdays only, includes use of carders during class. Learn To Spin - Wheel
Covers use & care of wheel, fiber preparation and spinning. Spin a singles yarn and then learn to ply singles for strength and beauty. Bring your own wheel or use one of ours. One 4 hour session, Saturdays only, includes handouts, fiber, use of wheel. Learn To Spin - Drop Spindle
A wonderful, relaxing skill. Learn to prepare fiber for spinning and the use of a drop spindle, one of the world's oldest tools. Spin a singles yarn and learn to ply. 1 session, Saturdays only, includes fiber & a drop spindle to keep.
INDEPENDENT STUDY z
Is there a beadwork, knitting, weaving, crochet, basketry or spinning technique that you've seen displayed in the shop but you can't find such a class? What is it you'd like to learn? We can customize a class for you. Hourly rate, supplies extra.
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