Fiber Arts Bootcamp: February 4th, 11th, 18th, & 25th 6pm-9pm

Through this multi-session workshop attendees will gain hands-on experience in a wide variety of fiber art styles. From weaving, to felting, and embroidery, you will leave each session with fresh ideas for your own practice as well as ways educators can incorporate fiber art practices into their classrooms. This workshop is open to educators, beginning fiber arts practitioners, or anyone looking to get introductory knowledge in various fiber arts practices!

Instructors: Isolde Beebe & Tara Thomas

Registration Fee: $250 per person (price includes the $50 supply fee)

Week 1: Embroidery Basics to Advanced and how to Needle felt

🎯 Goals

• Learn and practice foundational to advanced embroidery stitches.

• Explore creative applications of embroidery in art and everyday objects.

• Develop strategies for teaching embroidery and needle felting across K–12 levels.

• Encourage slow, mindful making and personal expression.

🎨 Week 2: Surface Design – Paint, Dye, Bleach, Batik & Stamp

🎯 Goals

• Introduce students to a variety of surface design techniques.

• Emphasize experimentation, accessibility, and creative expression.

• Provide adaptable, low-cost project ideas for K–12 classrooms.

• Encourage sustainable practices through upcycling and DIY materials.

🧶 Week 3: Intro to Weaving – Tools, Materials & Projects

🎯 Goals

• Introduce students to the basics of weaving and loom construction.

• Explore simple, low-cost weaving tools and techniques.

• Provide adaptable project ideas for different age groups.

• Share inspiring examples and books to deepen understanding.

🧵 Week 4: Final Project – Fiber Fusion

🎯 Goals

• Encourage creative freedom and personal expression.

• Apply multiple fiber techniques learned in Weeks 1–3.

• Develop a finished piece that showcases individual voice and craftsmanship.

• Practice planning, problem-solving, and reflection.

Dates: Monday - Friday, April 6 - 10, 9 am-12:30 pm

Fee: $275 / discount with member code

Ages: 10 - 14

Levels: All Levels

Sessions: 5

Instructor: Isolde Beebe

Location: Schack Art Center, Studios 1 & 2

This hands-on fiber art boot camp is a fun, creative adventure where students explore the wide world of fiber arts! Students will experiment with embroidery, needle felting, fabric dyeing, bleach painting, fabric painting, basic sewing, and weaving through a variety of engaging projects. Along the way, they’ll learn new skills, try different materials, and discover their favorite techniques. At the end of the camp, each student will create a unique fiber fusion artwork, combining two favorite techniques into one original piece to take home.

All supplies included. Please bring a snack and a water bottle.