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

Porcelain Button and Bead Making at Slowfiber

 
11/8/25
 
$80
 
Slowfiber

Slowfiber presents Pulls, Beads, and Buttons: The Necessary Fun Bits , a workshop led by instructor Isabelle Olson. Fee is $80 - register here . We'll use porcelain clay to create a set of buttons and glaze them - perfect for beginners or those with a bit of practice.

Nuno Felting Workshop: Make a Scarf at Slowfiber

 
11/14/25
 
$145
 
Slowfiber

Slowfiber presents Unlock Your Creativity with Nuno Felt Scarf Making, a 5-hour workshop led by instructor Sahar Jabr. Register here .

Join Slowfiber for this 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

 
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.

Elementary Sewing Skills Sew-Along at Slowfiber

 
7/11/24
 
$40
 
Slowfiber

Begin at the beginning with the Slowfiber Book Club Sew Along, starting Thursday, July 11 at 6pm. If you can follow instructions, have some sewing experience, and are comfortable with your machine, join us on Zoom twice a month.

We'll study the "Elementary Sewing Skills" book by Carolyn Denham while working on a Merchant & Mills pattern of your choice. Fee is $40. Register on the Slowfiber website .

Slowfiber: Sewing Lessons for the Adult Beginner and Their Machine

 
9/6/23
 
$100
 
Slowfiber

Slowfiber presents Sewing Lessons for the Adult Beginner and Their Sewing Machine on Wednesdays, 5:30pm-7:30pm, September 6-27. Space is limited - please register online . Fee is $100.

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.

Get the Button 411 - Workshop at Slowfiber

 
10/25/25
 
$25
 
Slowfiber

Slowfiber presents a workshop all about buttons taught by Jaki Canterbury and Janet White on Saturday, October 25, 10am-12pm. Fee is $25 - register here.

Is a button made from glass, shell, milk, bones, seeds? Who knows? Janet White knows that along with a lot of history and culture. Come learn from her and bring your mysterious buttons.

Radiant Fabric Collage Workshop at Slowfiber

 
10/11/25
 
$135
 
Slowfiber

Slowfiber presents a workshop on Radiant Fabric Collage taught by Vicki Assegued . Register here.

Radiant Fabric Collage is an innovative design concept developed by Vicki using concentric layering and repetition. You get to experiment with balance, color and shape. There's no sewing involved - we'll use an iron-on adhesive with a cardboard background. Perfect for all levels.

Sewing Lessons for the Adult Beginner and Their Machine at Slowfiber

 
10/10/25
 
$150
 
Slowfiber

Slowfiber presents Sewing Lessons for the Adult Beginner and Their Sewing Machine taught by Dawn on Fridays, 11:30am-1:30pm, October 10-31. 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...

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 taught by Jaki Canterbury 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.

Porcelain Button and Bead Making at Slowfiber

 
8/30/25
 
$80
 
Slowfiber

Learn the basics of ceramic sculpting and glazing at Pulls, Beads, and Buttons: The Necessary Fun Bits , a workshop at Slowfiber. We'll use porcelain clay to make our buttons and then glaze them. Perfect for beginners or those with a bit of practice. Fee is $80 - register here .

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...

Learn to Sew a Simple, Well-Fitting Shirt at Slowfiber

 
8/20/25
 
$325
 
Slowfiber

Slowfiber presents a workshop with Loes Hinse on how to design and sew a simple, well-fitting shirt on August 20 & 21, 11:30am-3:30pm. Register here.

Renowned for her timeless and versatile fashion designs, Loes Hinse emphasizes comfort, elegance, and practicality. Her sewing patterns have empowered countless home sewists to recreate her signature styles with ease.

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

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

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.

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.