Classes

Fiber Arts Education

Fiber Arts Education is central to the mission of the SWFAC. Our members receive first chance to fill our classes. If classes are not filled with members, we advertise them to other fiber artists and to the public. Our next class, Learn to Sew a Bog Coat, is MAY 9 and 10, 2025 from 9am-4pm, taught by professional seamstress Donna Sebastian. Deceptively simple, the possibilities are endless for making a bog coat; it can be used as outerwear, a  nightgown, or even a ball gown! The simplicity of this garment allows one to embellish and trim, or just let a special fabric do the work. Class participants will bring their own fabric and working sewing machine that they know how to use. Course fee $40. 

Handwoven Pocket Purse with Shannon Curry: If you have ever wanted to try your hand at weaving then this is a great beginner project for you!  We are going to create an across-the-shoulder handwoven purse that is perfect for that outfit that has no pockets. Saturday June 7th from 10am to 2pm at the Gem and Mineral Building on Memory Lane. $10 for members and $20 for non-members if not filled with members. Bring 3-5 fat quarters (quilting material in 1/4 yard size) in colors you love (any material is acceptable ie cotton, satin, polyester, tulle.) Bring a lunch!