Are you interested in learning about fiber art?
Kate Themel would like to welcome you to her teaching studio in Oxford, Connecticut.
The Fiber Art Studio is 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
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REGISTRATION IS OPEN!
The Fiber Art Studio offers full-day or half-day workshops. See below for a current list of classes and dates.
Full-Day Workshop: 10:00 AM – 3:30 PM (includes a 1-hour break for lunch)
Half-Day Workshop: 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Expressive Lines: Free-Motion Quilting
Saturday, May 6, 2023
10:00 AM – 3:30 PM
Class fee: $85
In this class, students will explore LINE as a design element and how lines are used in fiber art. 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 that they can apply to their own artwork.
Students will need to bring their own sewing machine for this workshop or contact us to reserve a student machine. Please note: Only two student machines are available for use at the Fiber Art Studio, so register and reserve one early!
Half-Day WORKSHOP
Intro to Sewing on a Machine, for Kids and Adults
Saturday, April 29, 2023
10:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Class fee: $30 per person
A quick and easy introduction to operating a sewing machine. Students will learn how to identify the basic parts of a sewing machine, how to change threads for the top and bobbin, and how to use the foot pedal. Students will practice sewing fabrics with straight seams.
Students will need to bring their own sewing machine for this workshop or contact us to reserve a student machine. Please note: Only two student machines are available for use at the Fiber Art Studio, so register and reserve one early!
NOTE: Minimum age 12. Any student under age 16 must be registered and accompanied by an adult registered student.
One on One Coaching
Fee: $60 per 2-hour session
*Dates and times are flexible
One on One Coaching 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.
*Once your registration is received, Kate will work with you to schedule a convenient day/time to meet.
For any class or workshop (other than One on One Mentoring) the minimum enrollment is 2 students; a maximum of 6 students, per session.
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