Teaching in this great space

Here are some facts about teaching here.
Teachers set the time, day, class description, and materials needed or included.
Teachers also say what the student will get out of the class, and and set the price.
We provide a class room that is 19' x 24' and well lit, we take the registrations and do advertising.
We set up tables and chairs. We have a great site for outdoor classes, as well.
The school charges $20 per hour, for any time, including set up for the class, period.
Please call 860-934-3228 for any questions.

Current ​Classes

Yarn Spinning 101 - Intro to Handspindles
One Session - 3 hours
Please call for class schedule (3 people are needed to schedule a class)
$55 - Includes 4oz of wool and a handspindle
Workshop Overview:
  • Spindles and textiles in history
  • Overview of fibers commonly used in spinning
  • Overview of different spindle types and their uses
  • Basics of fiber preparation for spinning / DIY and commercial
  • Hands-on spinning practice including: spinning a singles yarn,                                                                                                      what to do when your spindle is full, making a basic 2 ply yarn
  • Overview of plying and different ply structures
  • Yarn finishing techniques
  • Troubleshooting
  • Q & A
15% discount on additional fiber available for purchase
Prerequisites: None
Limit: 4

​101. Knitting class, beginners.
4 weeks: $20. first class. $10 each class for next three classes.
Knitting needles and yarn are provided.
Even if you have never picked up a ball of yarn and two needles, we are here for you!
Come learn the basics: knit and purl stitch, casting on/binding off.
One-hour classes meet once a week for four weeks.
Prerequisites: None
Limit: 4

102. Knitting Cables 
3 weeks: $45, stitch holders included, bring your own yarn and needles.
Something not too fluffy to better see the cables.
You will embark on learning how to knit Cables. We will be doing a scarf or cowl .
One-hour classes meet once a week for three weeks.
Prerequisites: Knitting 101 or equivalent skill level
Limit: 4

202 Crochet, beginners 
2 Weeks; $35,  supplies included
Learn to crochet by starting with the basics stitches: chain, single, double and triple crochet. Two, one hour classes.
Prerequisites: None.
Limit: 4

301 Sewing, using a machine, beginners
$35.00   One, two hour class
Beginner Adult Class
Learn basic sewing skills, sewing machine & tool basics, sew seams & construct a simple pillow.
This class includes basic sewing supplies for the project.
Limit: 2

501. Jewelry, beginners
$35.00 One, two hour class. Glass beads, findings, and string provided.
Learn simple stringing & intro to basic tools, materials, & findings, utilize a bead board for design & determine size & length of jewelry item.