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Fiber

Discover our upcoming fiber classes + workshops

Create with VisArts

VisArts offers a range of fiber arts classes and workshops, including needle felting, surface design, and sewing.

See our list of upcoming fiber classes below.

All Upcoming Fiber Classes

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Upcoming Classes Calendar

Cosplay Makerspace: Design, Build, and Transform

March 4 - April 15, 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm
Ages:
11-13, 14-17,

Cost:
$315

Instructors:
James Than,

Venue:
Classroom 4

Imagine stepping into your next con wearing a costume you built yourself—every detail from the armor to the wig exactly how you pictured it. Whether […]
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Sewn Tote Bag Workshop

March 13, 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Ages:
14+,

Cost:
$60

Instructors:
Erin Harrison,

Venue:
Executive Conference Suite

Learn the essentials of sewing while creating your own custom tote bag! In this hands-on workshop, you’ll explore the basics of fabric selection, cutting, and […]
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Painting with Paper: Layered Collage Art for Adults

March 21, 10:00 am - 1:00 pm
Ages:
14+,

Cost:
$60

Instructors:
Ellen Lafferty,

Venue:
Classroom 4

Discover the art of “painting without paint” in this relaxing and creative collage class. Using richly textured and patterned papers, you’ll learn how to layer, […]
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Introduction to Needle Felting

March 26, 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm
Ages:
14+,

Cost:
$45

Instructors:
Roza Matlin,

Venue:
Executive Conference Suite

Learn how to turn colorful wool into something totally original.  Using felting tools and simple techniques, you’ll sculpt soft fibers into pins, phone pouches, ornaments, […]
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Wool Felted Pet Portraits

April 2, 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm
Ages:
14+,

Cost:
$45

Instructors:
Roza Matlin,

Venue:
Executive Conference Suite

Make a wool portrait of your favorite pet that’s almost as cuddly as the real thing! In this fun and beginner-friendly workshop, you’ll explore the […]
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Learning to Look at Visual Art

April 15, 6:30 pm - 9:00 pm
Ages:
14+,

Cost:
$25

Instructors:
Cristin Cash,

Venue:
Executive Conference Suite

Learn to See Art Like an Insider Ever walked into a museum or gallery and wished you knew how to really read what you were […]
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Introduction to Needle Felting

April 16, 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm
Ages:
14+,

Cost:
$45

Instructors:
Roza Matlin,

Venue:
Executive Conference Suite

Learn how to turn colorful wool into something totally original.  Using felting tools and simple techniques, you’ll sculpt soft fibers into pins, phone pouches, ornaments, […]
Learn more

Cosplay Makerspace (Ages 11-17)

April 21 - June 2, 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm
Ages:
11-13, 14-17,

Cost:
$315

Instructors:
James Than,

Venue:
Executive Conference Suite

Want to get into cosplay but not sure where to start? Whether you’ve got a big idea or just want to learn the tools of […]
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Cosplay Makerspace: Design, Build, and Transform

April 22 - June 3, 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm
Ages:
11-13, 14-17,

Cost:
$315

Instructors:
James Than,

Venue:
Classroom 4

Imagine stepping into your next con wearing a costume you built yourself—every detail from the armor to the wig exactly how you pictured it. Whether […]
Learn more

Painting with Paper: Layered Collage Art for Adults

April 25, 3:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Ages:
14+,

Cost:
$60

Instructors:
Ellen Lafferty,

Venue:
156 Gibbs

Discover the art of “painting without paint” in this relaxing and creative collage class. Using richly textured and patterned papers, you’ll learn how to layer, […]
Learn more

Sewing & Garment Construction for Children’s Clothes (Adult Class)

April 28 - June 2, 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Ages:
14+,

Cost:
$270

Instructors:
Li-Fang Tsai,

Venue:
Executive Conference Suite

Bring your imagination to life in this six-week sewing workshop where creativity meets craftsmanship! Guided by an experienced instructor, participants will design and create a […]
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Wool Felted Pet Portraits

May 7, 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm
Ages:
14+,

Cost:
$45

Instructors:
Roza Matlin,

Venue:
Executive Conference Suite

Make a wool portrait of your favorite pet that’s almost as cuddly as the real thing! In this fun and beginner-friendly workshop, you’ll explore the […]
Learn more

Painting with Paper: Layered Collage Art for Adults

May 9, 3:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Ages:
14+,

Cost:
$60

Instructors:
Ellen Lafferty,

Venue:
156 Gibbs

Discover the art of “painting without paint” in this relaxing and creative collage class. Using richly textured and patterned papers, you’ll learn how to layer, […]
Learn more

Introduction to Needle Felting

May 28, 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Ages:
14+,

Cost:
$45

Instructors:
Roza Matlin,

Venue:
156 Gibbs

Learn how to turn colorful wool into something totally original.  Using felting tools and simple techniques, you’ll sculpt soft fibers into pins, phone pouches, ornaments, […]
Learn more

Painting with Paper: Layered Collage Art for Adults

May 30, 3:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Ages:
14+,

Cost:
$60

Instructors:
Ellen Lafferty,

Venue:
156 Gibbs

Discover the art of “painting without paint” in this relaxing and creative collage class. Using richly textured and patterned papers, you’ll learn how to layer, […]
Learn more