Crafting with Fiber Arts at Plains Conservation Center

Learn how to create various fiber arts at Fiber Arts at Plains Conservation Center! In these hands-on courses, delve into a variety of creative textile arts, focusing on the beauty and versatility of fiber. Whether you're a beginner or have some experience, this class offers an opportunity to learn new skills, discover different materials, and express your creativity.

Basic Felting

June 13, 10 a.m. - 12 p.m.

The dense fibers of felt make it amazingly warm as well as water repellent. Turning wool into felt involves nothing more than hot water and some time. We will make a simple bowl while exploring the process of felting.

Introduction to Embroidery

August 27, 4 - 6 p.m.

Have you ever wanted to learn a truly ancient art form? Embroidery is a relatively simple, approachable way to get into needlecrafting. Little equipment is needed and it doesn't require a lot of space, but you can create beautiful pieces of decorative art.

Learn a variety of basic stitches that can be used to create intricate designs. After getting comfortable with stitches in a small sample piece, choose to use a prepared design or design your own pattern to start an embroidery piece to take home. If you have some knowledge of stitching, this class will allow you to expand your horizons, but it is also open to complete beginners.

Introduction to Spindle Spinning

September 26, 10 a.m. - 12 p.m.

Learn how to make your own yarn! The basics of this ancient method will be covered in this class, including fiber preparation, types of spindles, using a spindle and spinning and finishing yarn. All materials are provided and you will get to take home the yarn you make, a student spindle and some additional fiber so you can continue to practice at home.

Price: $33 per person

Location: Plains Conservation Center

Audience: Ages 15 and older

Instructor: Karin Hostetter