Events at Slowfiber

Slowfiber is an indispensable resource for anyone who wants to reduce, reuse, and upcycle all things fashion... while looking fabulous. The shop is a mini-bazaar and a crafter's paradise of everything you need including instruction. They host workshops of all kinds to help you learn everything you ever wanted to know about working with fabric.

Upcoming Events

Sewing Lessons for the Adult Beginner and Their Machine at Slowfiber

 
8/8/25
 
$150
 
Slowfiber

Slowfiber presents Sewing Lessons for the Adult Beginner and Their Sewing Machine on Fridays, 11am-1pm, August 8-29. Space is limited - register online . Fee is $150.

This class is designed for beginners or those who haven't sewn in a long time and want to relearn. You'll choose your project with the help of the instructor.

Beginner Hand Stitching Class at Slowfiber

 
8/8/25
 
$75
 
Slowfiber

Slowfiber presents a Beginner Hand Stitching Class starting August 8. We'll meet for three consecutive Fridays, 6pm-7:30pm. Fee is $75, register here .

About Hand Stitching

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Learn Hitomezashi Sashiko Stitching at Slowfiber

 
8/23/25
 
$85
 
Slowfiber

Slowfiber presents a Hitomezashi Sashiko Stitching Class taught by textile artist Kris Nardello on Saturday, August 23, 12:30pm-4:30pm. Fee is $85 - register here .

About the Workshop

Japanese in origin, Hitomezashi stitching is a beautiful...

Sewing Lessons for the Adult Beginner and Their Machine at Slowfiber

 
9/10/25
 
$150
 
Slowfiber

Slowfiber presents Sewing Lessons for the Adult Beginner and Their Sewing Machine on Wednesdays, 5:30pm-7:30pm, September 10 - October 8. Space is limited - register online . Fee is $150.

This class is designed for beginners or those who haven't sewn in a long time and want to relearn. You'll choose your project with the help of the instructor.

Beginner Hand Stitching Class at Slowfiber

 
9/13/25
 
$75
 
Slowfiber

Slowfiber presents a Beginner Hand Stitching Class starting September 13. We'll meet for three consecutive Saturdays, 9:30am-11am. Fee is $75, register here .

About Hand Stitching

Did you know that sewing is not just for sewing...

Moyozashi Stitching Workshop at Slowfiber

 
11/15/25
 
$85
 
Slowfiber

Slowfiber presents a Moyozashi Sashiko Stitching Workshop taught by textile artist Kris Nardello on Saturday, November 15, 12:30pm-4:30pm. Fee is $85 - register here.

In this workshop, you'll create a template to mark the cloth, discover the best way to stitch lines in traditional Moyozashi style, and get help creating an effective color palette of threads.

Past Events

Yarn Junkies: Knit, Crochet, Spin at Slowfiber

 
6/15/22
 
free
 
Slowfiber

Slowfiber invites all of you yarn junkies to join us on the third Wednesday of each month at 5pm for this free get-together. Register on our website as space is limited.

Let's eat, crochet, knit and spin together! We can enjoy a snack potluck while we work - bring something to share. Ages 16 and older only.

Intermediate Free Motion Stitching Workshop at Slowfiber

 
5/31/25
 
$85
 
Slowfiber

Slowfiber presents an Intermediate Free Motion Stitching Workshop taught by Lyn Sandberg on May 31, 12:30pm-5pm. Fee is $85 - register here.

Free Motion Collage using a sewing machine combines raw edge applique, design, and free motion quilting. Layer backing, batting, and applique-able shapes and sew it together all at the same time.

Japanese Komebukuro Bag Workshop at Slowfiber

 
5/10/25
 
$150
 
Slowfiber

Slowfiber presents a two-part Komebukuro Bag Workshop on 5/10 & 5/24. Fee is $150 - register here .

In class, you'll create a bag made from ten 8.5" squares: a lined, structured, medium-sized bag good for holding a portable project like your knitting or your lunch.

Beginning Free Motion Stitching Workshop at Slowfiber

 
4/26/25
 
$80
 
Slowfiber

Slowfiber presents a Beginning Free Motion Machine Stitching Workshop taught by Lyn Sandberg. Fee is $80 - register here .

Tired of straight lines and "in the ditch" quilting? Free motion quilting will set you free! In this class we will practice the most common motifs such as pebbles, flowers, and cursive writing.

Nuno Felting Workshop: Make a Scarf at Slowfiber

 
4/12/25
 
$145
 
Slowfiber

Slowfiber presents a workshop entitled Unlock Your Creativity with Nuno Felt, Scarf Making led by instructor Sahar Jabr on Saturday, April 12, 12pm-5pm. Fee is $145. Register on the Slowfiber website.

Join Slowfiber for a 5-hour nuno felting workshop perfect for beginners and intermediate participants. The goal? To unleash your inner artist and take home a one-of-a-kind scarf.

Moyozashi Stitching Workshop at Slowfiber

 
3/22/25
 
$85
 
Slowfiber

Slowfiber presents a Moyozashi Sashiko Stitching Workshop taught by textile artist Kris Nardello on March 22, 11am-4pm. Fee is $85 - register here.

In this workshop, you'll create a template to mark the cloth, discover the best way to stitch lines in traditional Moyozashi style, and get help creating an effective color palette of threads.

Nuno Felting Workshop: Make a Scarf at Slowfiber

 
3/14/25
 
$145
 
Slowfiber

Slowfiber presents a workshop entitled Unlock Your Creativity with Nuno Felt, Scarf Making led by instructor Sahar Jabr on Friday, March 14, 11:30am-4:30pm. Fee is $145. Register on the Slowfiber website.

Join Slowfiber for a 5-hour nuno felting workshop perfect for beginners and intermediate participants. The goal? To unleash your inner artist and take home a one-of-a-kind scarf.

Artisan Holiday Craft Sale at Slowfiber 2024

 
11/29/24
 
 
Slowfiber

Slowfiber presents an Artisan Holiday Craft Sale opening Friday, November 29, 11am-5pm, and continuing Wednesday - Saturday through December 21. You'll find beautiful textiles, hand knit goods, slow stitched items, and more by 12 local makers .

Traditional English Paper-Piecing Class at Slowfiber

 
11/15/24
 
$55
 
Slowfiber

Slowfiber presents a workshop on traditional English Paper-Piecing taught by Lyn Sandberg on Friday, November 15, 1pm-4pm. Fee is $55. Register on Slowfiber's website.

Sweet little hexagons can be used for quilting, applique, and surface design. Lyn will teach us the traditional way of cutting, basting, and whip-stitching them together by hand.

Learn to Make Felt Blossoms at Slowfiber

 
10/26/24
 
$95
 
Slowfiber

Slowfiber invites you to learn how to make unique felt blossoms from scratch in this workshop taught by Sahar Jabr on Saturday, October 26, 12pm-4pm. Fee is $95. Register here .

This hands-on felting workshop is designed for beginning or intermediate students, whether you're learning to work with felt for the first time or expanding your existing skills.

Slowfiber Sewing Lessons: How to Use a Pattern

 
10/23/24
 
$120
 
Slowfiber

Slowfiber presents Sewing Lessons: Learn to Use a Simple Pattern for the Adult Who Knows Their Sewing Machine at 5:30pm-7:30pm on Wednesdays, October 23 - November 13.

Choose your own fabric and we'll copy a pattern together to make a simple pair of pants. Register on our website . Fee is $120.

Beginner Hand Stitching Class at Slowfiber

 
10/12/24
 
$65
 
Slowfiber

Slowfiber presents a Beginner Hand Stitching Class starting October 12. We'll meet 3 Saturdays in a row, 10am-11:30am. Fee is $65, register here . Space is limited.

About Hand Stitching

Did you know that sewing is...

Make a Hand Stitched Jersey Cotton T-Shirt at Slowfiber

 
10/10/24
 
$155/$180
 
Slowfiber

Did you know you don't need a sewing machine to make clothes? With a simple pattern and a few tricks, you could make a cute jersey cotton t-shirt while sitting in front of the television.

If that sounds like fun, join Slowfiber's Hand Stitched Jersey Cotton T-Shirt Class beginning Thursday, 10/10 at 7pm on Zoom, continuing for 7 weeks. Register here.

Beginner Sashiko Stitching at Slowfiber

 
9/28/24
 
$75
 
Slowfiber

Slowfiber presents a Beginner Sashiko Stitching Class taught by textile artist Kris Nardello on Saturday, MSeptember 28, 12pm-4pm. Fee is $75 - register here .

What Is Sashiko Stitching?

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Nuno Felting Workshop: Make a Scarf at Slowfiber

 
9/20/24
 
$145
 
Slowfiber

Slowfiber presents a workshop entitled Unlock Your Creativity with Nuno Felt, Scarf Making led by instructor Sahar Jabr on Friday, September 20, 10am-4pm. Fee is $145. Register on the Slowfiber website.

Join Slowfiber for an all-day nuno felting workshop perfect for beginners and intermediate participants. The goal? To unleash your inner artist and take home a one-of-a-kind scarf.

Slowfiber: Sewing Lessons for the Adult Beginner and Their Machine

 
9/18/24
 
$120
 
Slowfiber

Slowfiber presents Sewing Lessons for the Adult Beginner and Their Sewing Machine on Wednesdays, 5:30pm-7:30pm, September 18 - October 9. Space is limited - please register online . Fee is $120.

This class is designed for beginners or those who haven't sewn in a long time and want to relearn. You'll choose your project with the help of instructor Jaki Canterbury.

Knitting Lessons: Make a Hat at Slowfiber

 
8/31/24
 
$80
 
Slowfiber

Slowfiber presents a class teaching you the next steps of knitting as you make a hat! You'll learn how to use a circular needle, DPNs, and work decreases from instructor Karin Forno. Class runs for four Saturdays, 4pm-5:30pm, 8/31 - 9/21. Fee is $80 - register here .