Embark on a journey of creative discovery with Road to California’s Handwork Learning Lab. These immersive sessions offer a unique opportunity to acquire fundamental skills in various crafts, providing a solid foundation for further exploration through Road to California classes and independent learning. For just $20 cash at the door, participants receive a comprehensive kit and expert guidance, making this a valuable investment in your creative growth. “A Road 2 Learning” starts here.
Wednesday Workshops: A Road 2 Learning New Skills
WE-1: Jelly Roll Basics with Clover’s Tube Maker
- Time: 9:30 AM – 10:30 AM
- Location: Room 104A
Discover the versatility of Clover’s Tube Maker for crafting Jelly Roll rugs, baskets, and more. This introductory session will equip you with the essential techniques to unlock the creative potential of fabric tubes.
WE-2: Embroidery Bouquet with Wonderfil Specialty Threads
- Time: 10:45 AM – 11:45 AM
- Location: Room 104A
Explore a diverse range of hand embroidery techniques using WonderFil Eleganza perle cotton thread. Learn to stitch unique floral elements and assemble them into a stunning bouquet, adding a touch of personalized artistry to your creations. This “road 2 learning” embroidery is perfect for beginners.
WE-3: Dorset Buttons – A Traditional English Craft
- Time: 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM
- Location: Room 104A
Delve into the rich history of Dorset Buttons, a traditional English craft. Master the art of creating a Blindfold Cartwheel button and gain insights into the cultural significance of this timeless technique. “A road 2 learning” about history and crafting combined!
Thursday’s Craft Exploration: Your Road 2 Learning Continues
TH-1: Portuguese Knitting with Clover Needlecraft
- Time: 9:30 AM – 10:30 AM
- Location: Room 104A
Embark on “a road 2 learning” Portuguese knitting with Clover Needlecraft. This session provides a foundational understanding of this unique knitting style, opening up a world of new possibilities for your fiber creations.
TH-2: Yorkshire Button Making with Hanne Lohde
- Time: 10:45 AM – 11:45 AM
- Location: Room 104A
Learn the intricate craft of Yorkshire Button making using a Thread Wheel. Hanne Lohde will guide you through the process, enabling you to create beautiful and functional buttons with a touch of traditional charm. “A road 2 learning” a unique button-making skill awaits!
TH-3: English Paper Pieced Pentagon Bowl
- Time: 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM
- Location: Room 104A
Start your English Paper Piecing journey with a charming Pentagon Bowl. Learn the fundamental techniques of basting and stitching, transforming fabric shapes into a functional and decorative piece. This “road 2 learning” is perfect for beginners.
Friday’s Fiber Arts Adventure: A Road 2 Learning More
FR-1: Artsy Mending with Felting and Embroidery
- Time: 9:30 AM – 10:30 AM
- Location: Room 104A
Combine the textures of felting with the artistry of embroidery to repair and embellish cherished items. This “road 2 learning” offers sustainable and creative solutions for extending the life of your favorite textiles.
FR-2: Introduction to Hawaiian Quilting
- Time: 10:45 AM – 11:45 AM
- Location: Room 104A
Immerse yourself in the vibrant tradition of Hawaiian quilting. Learn to cut, baste, and apply the needleturn appliqué technique to create a stunning Hawaiian block, setting you on “a road 2 learning” this captivating art form.
FR-3: Shirtlace Button Creation
- Time: 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM
- Location: Room 104A
Craft a traditional Star Shirtlace button, a thread-covered ring that adds a touch of elegance to garments. This session provides “a road 2 learning” a unique button-making technique with historical significance.
Saturday’s Stitching Spectacle: The Road 2 Learning Concludes
SA-1: Creative Hand Sewing with Clover Needlecraft
- Time: 9:30 AM – 10:30 AM
- Location: Room 104A
Unleash your creativity with a needle and thread. This session explores innovative hand-sewing techniques, inspiring “a road 2 learning” for aspiring stitchers of all levels.
SA-2: Basic Embroidery Stitches with Sewing Bird
- Time: 10:45 AM – 11:45 AM
- Location: Room 104A
Master four essential embroidery stitches, including the knotless start, and learn techniques for achieving a clean and polished finish. Transform your 6″x6″ practice square into a delightful sachet, embarking on “a road 2 learning” fundamental embroidery skills.
