In this introduction to Ikebana class, students will embark on a journry of traditional flower arranging, delving into the profound beauty and cultural significance of Japanese floral art. Ikebana is more than just arranging flowers – it is a mindful practice that harmonizes nature, balance, and form. Students will work with the instructor to learn the fundamental principles of Ikebana, exploring the different styles and schools that have evolved over centuries. No prior floral design experience is necessry; this class is open to students of all levels. All supplies will be provided. 

*Note: Truus Ten Kate Sharp has 40+ years of experience practicing Ikebana.

Thursdays, March 7 – 28
5:30 – 7:30 pm

Instructor: Truus Ten Kate Sharp
Age: Adult (16+) | All Levels

Supplies: 

• Garden Sheers or Large Kitchen Scissors

Witness this magical process that transfers the paint from the surface of the water to a silk scarf. In this one-day workshop, Pietro will show students how to print on silk scarves using an array of different patterns and colors that you can choose from.  After some guided practice with some of your favorite colors, students will have the opportunity to paint 2 beautiful scarves.

Saturday, April 6
10 am – 5 pm

Instructor: Pietro Accardi
Ages: Adult (15+) | All levels

Join this intro felting class to learn how to craft sheep using the softness of wool and intricate sheep locks.In this workshop, the instructor will guide students through the fundamental techniques of needle felting, ensuring that both beginners and more advanced students equally thrive in their creation of their adorable sheep. All materials will be provided.

Sunday, January 14 
10 am – 1 pm

Instructor: Lynn Short
Adult: (15+) | All levels

Join this intro felting class to learn how to craft sheep using the softness of wool and intricate sheep locks.In this workshop, the instructor will guide students through the fundamental techniques of needle felting, ensuring that both beginners and more advanced students equally thrive in their creation of their adorable sheep. All materials will be provided.

Tuesday, January 9 
5:30 – 8:30 pm

Instructor: Lynn Short
Adult: (15+) | All levels

In this introduction to Ikebana class, students will embark on a journry of traditional flower arranging, delving into the profound beauty and cultural significance of Japanese floral art. Ikebana is more than just arranging flowers – it is a mindful practice that harmonizes nature, balance, and form. Students will work with the instructor to learn the fundamental principles of Ikebana, exploring the different styles and schools that have evolved over centuries. No prior floral design experience is necessry; this class is open to students of all levels. All supplies will be provided. 

*Note: Truus Ten Kate Sharp has 30+ years of experience practicing Ikebana.

Thursdays, January 18 – February 8
5:30 – 7:30 pm

Instructor: Truus Ten Kate Sharp
Age: Adult (15+) | All Levels

Supplies: 

• Garden Sheers or Large Kitchen Scissors

In this introductory intensive workshop, students will learn to master the basics of sewing. If you’re a beginner or someone who needs a refresher, this class is for you!  Students will learn basic sewing machine mechanics and accessories, sewing machine control and coordination (sewing in lines, curves and corners), basic hand sewing and stitches, fabric and notion selection, proper cutting techniques, and how to start designing and executing  your own sewing projects. 

Note: The Museum School has Singer Brilliance 6180 brand sewing machines, tools and fabric for students to use but please feel free to bring your own machine and supplies if you’d like. 

Saturday, February 3
10 am – 3 pm

Instructor: Selah Peña
Age: Adult (15+) | Beginner to Intermediate

Do you have a piece of clothing that you’ve always wanted to fix or alter? This is the class for you! This class will focus on the heming or repairing of dress shirts or blouses. Students will work under the guidence of the instructor and learn introductory techniques for heming and repairing your clothing. Students will focus on learning to take measurements and then alter or repair the shirts. Some experience is helpful but not necessary.

Note*: The museum has sewing tools and machines for students to use but please feel free to bring in your machine or any other tools you may have that you are comfortable with using. 

Tuesday, January 16
5:30 – 8:30 pm

Instructor: Selah Pena
Adult: (15+) | All levels

In this 4 week course students will learn to master the basics of sewing and complete your very own pillow cover from a design and fabric of your choosing. If you’re a beginner or someone who needs a refresher, this class is for you!  Students will learn basic sewing machine mechanics and accessories, sewing machine control and coordination (sewing in lines, curves and corners), basic hand sewing and stitches, fabric and notion selection, proper cutting techniques, and how to start designing and executing  your own sewing projects. 

Note: The Museum School has Singer Brilliance 6180 brand sewing machines, tools and fabric for students to use but please feel free to bring your own machine and supplies if you’d like. 

Wednesdays, January 3 – 24
5:30 – 8:30 pm

Instructor: Selah Peña
Age: Adult (15+) | Beginner to Intermediate

This one day workshop will take students through Western marbling techniques on fabric and then construct a book wrapped in their own marbled cloth. Students will begin with the introduction of marbling on fabric and working with the instructors, they will develop new patterns with an eye for nuance. The primary focus will be on marbling fabric to create book cloth and techniques for other textile uses will also be discussed. Using the marbled fabric they created, students will create book cloth to use on the cover of the book they will bind. The instructor will teach his unique binding style based on methods used in contemporary Northern Italy. Each student will leave with a handbound book covered in fabric they patterned and marbled. All materials provided.

Saturday, March 9
10 am – 5 pm

Instructor: Pietro Accardi
Age: Adult (15+) | All levels: Some book arts experience is helpful but not required:

In this 3 week course students will learn how to make their own custom christmas stockings. The instructor will guide the class through the design process and help bring students’ unique ideas to life. Students will be able to make 2 – 4 stockings and please bring your choice fabric to class as there will be limited options.  

Note: The Museum School has Singer Brilliance 6180 brand sewing machines, tools and some fabric for students to use but please feel free to bring your own machine and supplies if you’d like. 

Thursday, December 7 – 21
5:30 – 8:30 pm

Instructor: Selah Peña
Age: Adult (15+) | Some sewing experience required