Are you interested in upcoming classes and workshops?
Kate Themel is excited to announce plans for a new teaching studio, opening soon in Oxford, Connecticut. The Fiber Art Studio will be open to registered students only. If you would like to be kept informed about Kate’s classes, please join her mailing list! Send an email to thefiberartstudio@gmail.com or join us on Facebook for updates about classes and special events.
REGISTRATION IS OPEN!
New classes and workshops are added each month, so please check here or on Facebook for the most up to date schedule
OCTOBER
Fabric Collage Workshop “Magnolias”
Wednesday, October 12, 2022
9am – 12pm
Class fee: $30
Registration deadline: October 5, 2022
Kate will demonstrate her layered applique technique. Students will learn how to use freezer paper to trace patterns, cut shapes out of fabric, and layer the pieces to create a lovely fabric collage. Class includes printed instructions, sample patterns, and hands-on instruction. Sample designs vary throughout the year.
Fabric Collage Workshop “Cheeky Self Portraits”
Wednesday, October 19, 2022
9am – 12pm
Class fee: $30
Registration deadline: October 12, 2022
Kate will demonstrate her layered applique technique. Students will learn how to use freezer paper to trace patterns, cut shapes out of fabric, and layer the pieces to create a lovely fabric collage. Class includes printed instructions, sample patterns, and hands-on instruction. Sample designs vary throughout the year.
Free Motion Quilting Workshop
Wednesday, October 26, 2022
9am – 12pm
Class fee: $30
Registration deadline: October 19, 2022
Works well as a follow-up to the Fabric Collage Workshop but can be taken separately. Kate will demonstrate how she uses quilting stitches to add texture, shading, and details to her fiber art compositions. Students will practice free-motion quilting techniques and apply them to their own artwork.
NOVEMBER
Free Motion Quilting Workshop
Thursday, November 3, 2022
1pm – 4pm
Class fee: $30
Registration deadline: Sept 14, 2022
Works well as a follow-up to the Fabric Collage Workshop but can be taken separately. Kate will demonstrate how she uses quilting stitches to add texture, shading, and details to her fiber art compositions. Students will practice free-motion quilting techniques and apply them to their own artwork.
One on One Mentoring
Fee: $60 per 2-hour session
Dates and times TBD
One on One Mentoring is tailored to the student’s creative interests and goals. You may want to develop a specific skill, receive feedback on a particular project, or get advice on professional development such as: creating a body of work, photographing quilts, or entering fiber art shows. Kate will work with you to make the most of your mentoring session.
NOTE: For any class or workshop (other than One on One Mentoring) the minimum enrollment is 2 students; a maximum of 6 students, per session.
