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Coastal Coasters
Coastal Coasters
Create four sea themed needle felted coasters to gift or keep for yourself. We’ll use colorful wool and a felting needle to put simple images on thick wool felt. Use my designs or create your own.
When: Tuesday, July 21
Instructor: Maureen Andrew
Ages: Teen, Adult
Bring: All materials provided.
Location: Combs Studio, 56 Main Street, Prospect Harbor, ME 04669
Flexible Tuition:
Pay It Forward Price: $91 – I am able to pay the tuition with an additional donation to support SAFA’s programs.
Full Price: $66 – I can make the price work financially.
Discount Price: $51 – (limited availability): Paying full price would be a stretch for me financially.
For All Price: $36 – (limited availability): Paying the full tuition would be a significant financial hardship.
Our goal is to make these workshops accessible to all, while maintaining sustainability of both the Arts for All Initiative and Schoodic Arts for All as a non-profit organization, as well as supporting our teaching artists by paying them fairly.
Creative Machine Quilting
Creative Machine Quilting
Yes you can! Machine quilt on your home machine. Award winning quilter will teach you how to create your own designs. (*optional additional purchase of free motion quilting equipment provided by instructor will be available in the class.)
When: Wednesday, July 22
Instructor: Pat LaPierre
Ages: Teen, Adult (*Knowledge of machine sewing is required)
Bring: One yard plain or mottled fabric; starch and iron dry, leaving the factory fold; 21x36 batting will fit exactly; anchor together with 8 or 10 safety pins; 50 weight cotton thread in bobbin; poly, rayon, or cotton thread for top. Bring some "fun" colors; free motion foot for your machine. If you purchase one just before class, be certain that it fits your machine; please be sure you come to class with a foot pedal, cord, and instruction manual; water soluable marker (usually blue); the supreme slider (available in class at discount); scissors of course! Pat will bring the chocolate!
Location: Winter Harbor Masonic Hall, 43 School Street, Winter Harbor, ME 04693
Flexible Tuition:
Pay It Forward Price: $155 – I am able to pay the tuition with an additional donation to support SAFA’s programs.
Full Price: $130 – I can make the price work financially.
Discount Price: $98 – (limited availability): Paying full price would be a stretch for me financially.
For All Price: $65 – (limited availability): Paying the full tuition would be a significant financial hardship.
Our goal is to make these workshops accessible to all, while maintaining sustainability of both the Arts for All Initiative and Schoodic Arts for All as a non-profit organization, as well as supporting our teaching artists by paying them fairly.
Make a Pocket Altar
Make a Pocket Altar
A pocket altar is a small, sacred space designed to be carried in a bag or pocket for prayer, meditation, or grounding. Pocket altars are a perfect use for treasured or fancier materials adding to their beauty and joy.
When: Wednesday, July 22
Instructor: Claire T. Weinberg
Ages: Teen, Adult
Bring: Small photos, charms, special mementos to personalize your altar.
Location: Dulse and Rugosa, 337 US-1, Gouldsboro, ME 04607
Flexible Tuition:
Pay It Forward Price: $130 – I am able to pay the tuition with an additional donation to support SAFA’s programs.
Full Price: $105 – I can make the price work financially.
Discount Price: $85 – (limited availability): Paying full price would be a stretch for me financially.
For All Price: $65 – (limited availability): Paying the full tuition would be a significant financial hardship.
Our goal is to make these workshops accessible to all, while maintaining sustainability of both the Arts for All Initiative and Schoodic Arts for All as a non-profit organization, as well as supporting our teaching artists by paying them fairly.
Exploring Nature’s Colors
Exploring Nature’s Colors
We will prepare natural fibers for dyeing with plant materials, step by step. While the dyepots simmer, we'll make simple looms and weave, ending the class by dyeing cotton or silk scarves.
When: Thursday, July 23
Instructor: Jude Hsiang
Ages: Teen, Adult
Bring: All materials provided. Optional: apron.
Location: Prospect Harbor Methodist Church, 57 Main Street, Prospect Harbor, ME 04669
Flexible Tuition:
Pay It Forward Price: $132 – I am able to pay the tuition with an additional donation to support SAFA’s programs.
Full Price: $107 – I can make the price work financially.
Discount Price: $82 – (limited availability): Paying full price would be a stretch for me financially.
For All Price: $57 – (limited availability): Paying the full tuition would be a significant financial hardship.
Our goal is to make these workshops accessible to all, while maintaining sustainability of both the Arts for All Initiative and Schoodic Arts for All as a non-profit organization, as well as supporting our teaching artists by paying them fairly.
Zero Waste Denim Whale
Zero Waste Denim Whale
Create an adorable stuffed whale out of old jeans and "unwanted" textiles including thread & buttons. The whale will be stuffed with fabric scraps and old clothes. Intermediate sewing skills.
When: Thursday, July 23
Instructor: Claire T. Weinberg
Ages: Teen, Adult
Bring: Old jeans, buttons, thread, old clothes or fabric scraps for stuffing
Location: Dulse and Rugosa, 337 US-1, Gouldsboro, ME 04607
Flexible Tuition:
Pay It Forward Price: $105 – I am able to pay the tuition with an additional donation to support SAFA’s programs.
Full Price: $80 – I can make the price work financially.
Discount Price: $60 – (limited availability): Paying full price would be a stretch for me financially.
For All Price: $40 – (limited availability): Paying the full tuition would be a significant financial hardship.
Our goal is to make these workshops accessible to all, while maintaining sustainability of both the Arts for All Initiative and Schoodic Arts for All as a non-profit organization, as well as supporting our teaching artists by paying them fairly.
The Art of Sweater Applique
The Art of Sweater Applique
Explore and create whimsical and adorable appliques on your favorite sweater or sweatshirt. Learn how to use reclaimed and scrap fabric to turn your garments into works of art.
When: Friday, July 24
Instructor: Carly Weinberg
Ages: Teen, Adult
Bring: Sweaters or sweatshirts
Location: Dulse and Rugosa, 337 US-1, Gouldsboro, ME 04607
Flexible Tuition:
Pay It Forward Price: $92 – I am able to pay the tuition with an additional donation to support SAFA’s programs.
Full Price: $67 – I can make the price work financially.
Discount Price: $52 – (limited availability): Paying full price would be a stretch for me financially.
For All Price: $37 – (limited availability): Paying the full tuition would be a significant financial hardship.
Our goal is to make these workshops accessible to all, while maintaining sustainability of both the Arts for All Initiative and Schoodic Arts for All as a non-profit organization, as well as supporting our teaching artists by paying them fairly.
Maine Landscape in Needle Felting
Maine Landscape in Needle Felting
Find your fiber joy while needle felting this beautiful Maine landscape. Not your standard rocky shoreline view, it's a memory found throughout the area. Learn to let the wool do the work for you. Leave with art ready for framing.
When: Tuesday, July 28
Instructor: Lyn Slade
Ages: Teen, Adult
Bring: Small pointed scissors for cutting paper.
Location: Prospect Harbor Methodist Church, 57 Main Street, Prospect Harbor, ME 04669
Flexible Tuition:
Pay It Forward Price: $91 – I am able to pay the tuition with an additional donation to support SAFA’s programs.
Full Price: $66 – I can make the price work financially.
Discount Price: $51 – (limited availability): Paying full price would be a stretch for me financially.
For All Price: $36 – (limited availability): Paying the full tuition would be a significant financial hardship.
Our goal is to make these workshops accessible to all, while maintaining sustainability of both the Arts for All Initiative and Schoodic Arts for All as a non-profit organization, as well as supporting our teaching artists by paying them fairly.
Fine Details in Needle Felting
Fine Details in Needle Felting
Create a fantasy insect during this needle felting workshop. Use a cut-away-pattern technique to achieve symmetrical details. The technique can be applied to other projects later. I'll bring many colors from which to choose to make your art unique.
When: Wednesday, July 29
Instructor: Lyn Slade
Ages: Adult
Bring: Small pointed scissors for cutting paper (important).
Location: Prospect Harbor Methodist Church, 57 Main Street, Prospect Harbor, ME 04669
Flexible Tuition:
Pay It Forward Price: $91 – I am able to pay the tuition with an additional donation to support SAFA’s programs.
Full Price: $66 – I can make the price work financially.
Discount Price: $51 – (limited availability): Paying full price would be a stretch for me financially.
For All Price: $36 – (limited availability): Paying the full tuition would be a significant financial hardship.
Our goal is to make these workshops accessible to all, while maintaining sustainability of both the Arts for All Initiative and Schoodic Arts for All as a non-profit organization, as well as supporting our teaching artists by paying them fairly.
Saving Your Jeans
Saving Your Jeans
Mending Ruined Pants into Impressive Style
Learn visible mending techniques and tricks to turn worn and ripped denim whole again. No matter where the problem is (crotch, knees, pocket...) we can find a way to make your pants wearable, durable, and beautiful. Bring a pair of jeans that need mending or multiple pairs if you want input on how to fix more than one problem. If you bring more than one pair they will not all be mended during the workshop but you'll leave knowing how.
When: Thursday, July 30
Instructor: Carly Weinberg
Ages: Teen, Adult
Bring: A pair of jeans that need mending. See Workshop Description.
Location: Dulse and Rugosa, 337 US-1, Gouldsboro, ME 04607
Flexible Tuition:
Pay It Forward Price: $70 – I am able to pay the tuition with an additional donation to support SAFA’s programs.
Full Price: $45 – I can make the price work financially.
Discount Price: $35 – (limited availability): Paying full price would be a stretch for me financially.
For All Price: $25 – (limited availability): Paying the full tuition would be a significant financial hardship.
Our goal is to make these workshops accessible to all, while maintaining sustainability of both the Arts for All Initiative and Schoodic Arts for All as a non-profit organization, as well as supporting our teaching artists by paying them fairly.
Kids Can Sew
Kids Can Sew
Learn how to use basic sewing equipment and make a cool fun bag. We'll cover fabric choice, hand sewing, ironing and use a sewing machine.
When: Friday, July 31
Instructor: Claire T. Weinberg
Ages: All Ages
Bring: All materials provided.
Location: Dulse and Rugosa, 337 US-1, Gouldsboro, ME 04607
Flexible Tuition:
Pay It Forward Price: $90 – I am able to pay the tuition with an additional donation to support SAFA’s programs.
Full Price: $65 – I can make the price work financially.
Discount Price: $50 – (limited availability): Paying full price would be a stretch for me financially.
For All Price: $35 – (limited availability): Paying the full tuition would be a significant financial hardship.
Our goal is to make these workshops accessible to all, while maintaining sustainability of both the Arts for All Initiative and Schoodic Arts for All as a non-profit organization, as well as supporting our teaching artists by paying them fairly.
Gnome Making
Gnome Making
Using wool roving, a felting needle, a pipe cleaner and your own creativity, you will learn to create your very own unique gnome that can hide in houseplants, accompany you on picnics or hang out in a holiday tree.
When: Saturday, August 1
Instructor: Jessica Peill-Meininghaus
Ages: All Ages
Bring: All materials provided. Optional: bring your own roving and felting needles, if you prefer.
Location: Combs Studio, 56 Main Street, Prospect Harbor, ME 04669
Flexible Tuition:
Pay It Forward Price: $93 – I am able to pay the tuition with an additional donation to support SAFA’s programs.
Full Price: $68 – I can make the price work financially.
Discount Price: $53 – (limited availability): Paying full price would be a stretch for me financially.
For All Price: $38 – (limited availability): Paying the full tuition would be a significant financial hardship.
Our goal is to make these workshops accessible to all, while maintaining sustainability of both the Arts for All Initiative and Schoodic Arts for All as a non-profit organization, as well as supporting our teaching artists by paying them fairly.
Landscape Embroidery: Stitch a Nature Patch
Landscape Embroidery: Stitch a Nature Patch
Learn the meditative art of embroidery by stitching a gorgeous wool-felt patch! Start with the basics of embroidery, from choosing colors to threading needles and tying knots, then move into how to depict light and shape with thread. Beginners welcome.
When: Sunday, August 2nd
Instructor: Emma Murray
Ages: Teen, Adult
Bring: Any field guides or inspiration photos you like.
Location: Combs Studio, 56 Main Street, Prospect Harbor, ME 04669
Flexible Tuition:
Pay It Forward Price: $85 – I am able to pay the tuition with an additional donation to support SAFA’s programs.
Full Price: $60 – I can make the price work financially.
Discount Price: $48 – (limited availability): Paying full price would be a stretch for me financially.
For All Price: $35 – (limited availability): Paying the full tuition would be a significant financial hardship.
Our goal is to make these workshops accessible to all, while maintaining sustainability of both the Arts for All Initiative and Schoodic Arts for All as a non-profit organization, as well as supporting our teaching artists by paying them fairly.
Learn the meditative art of embroidery and begin stitching a gorgeous wool-felt patch! We’ll start with the basics of embroidery, from choosing colors to threading needles and tying knots, then move into how to depict light and shape with thread. Students can bring images of elements of flora, fauna, or other nature elements that they love, or use one of the field guides the instructor will provide. Beginners welcome.
Connecting to Place Through Nature Journaling
Connecting to Place Through Nature Journaling
Learn to create journal pages that capture a moment in place! We’ll play with “zoomed-out” and “zoomed-in” views and various materials, like watercolors, colored pencils, etc. Come away with new skills for connecting to a landscape through art.
When: Sunday, August 2
Instructor: Emma Murray
Ages: Teen, Adult
Bring: All materials provided. Optional: If you already have a journal or materials you like to play with, please bring these!
Location: Combs Studio, 56 Main Street, Prospect Harbor, ME 04669
Flexible Tuition:
Pay It Forward Price: $80 – I am able to pay the tuition with an additional donation to support SAFA’s programs.
Full Price: $55 – I can make the price work financially.
Discount Price: $43 – (limited availability): Paying full price would be a stretch for me financially.
For All Price: $30 – (limited availability): Paying the full tuition would be a significant financial hardship.
Our goal is to make these workshops accessible to all, while maintaining sustainability of both the Arts for All Initiative and Schoodic Arts for All as a non-profit organization, as well as supporting our teaching artists by paying them fairly.
Learn to create journal pages that capture a moment in place! We’ll play with various techniques, like “zoomed-out” and “zoomed-in” views and new perspectives, and various materials, like watercolors, colored pencils, and pens. You’ll come away with new skills in your toolbox for connecting to a landscape through art, and you’ll hopefully enjoy the process as much as (or more than!) the finished product. Weather-permitting, we'll spend some time outside working "en plein air."
Shibori
Shibori
Japanese Tie-dyeing, or Shibori, is an ancient Japanese way to dye textiles, creating fabulous patterns on cloth, quilts, pillow covers, sheets – let your imagination go crazy! Utilize folding, binding, twisting, bunching, and stitching cloth, and then dyeing it.
When: Tuesday, August 4
Instructor: Diana Quinn
Ages: Teen, Adult
Bring: Bring your own natural fiber garments to dye. Wear OLD clothes and shoes.
Location: Prospect Harbor Methodist Church, 57 Main Street, Prospect Harbor, ME 04669
Flexible Tuition:
Pay It Forward Price: $100 – I am able to pay the tuition with an additional donation to support SAFA’s programs.
Full Price: $75 – I can make the price work financially.
Discount Price: $60 – (limited availability): Paying full price would be a stretch for me financially.
For All Price: $45 – (limited availability): Paying the full tuition would be a significant financial hardship.
Our goal is to make these workshops accessible to all, while maintaining sustainability of both the Arts for All Initiative and Schoodic Arts for All as a non-profit organization, as well as supporting our teaching artists by paying them fairly.
Intro to Mending Looms
Intro to Mending Looms
Learn how to make creative woven patches to mend or decorate clothing using a "speedweve" style mending loom. The loom creates visible mending patches using hooks, a warp and a weft. It's fun and slightly addictive. Speedweve looms available for additional fee of $22.
When: Wednesday, August 5
Instructor: Claire T. Weinberg
Ages: Teen, Adult
Bring: BRING YOUR OWN mending loom. There will be looms available for purchase at the workshop for $22 additional fee to instructor.
Location: Dulse and Rugosa, 337 US-1, Gouldsboro, ME 04607
Flexible Tuition:
Pay It Forward Price: $92 – I am able to pay the tuition with an additional donation to support SAFA’s programs.
Full Price: $67 – I can make the price work financially.
Discount Price: $52 – (limited availability): Paying full price would be a stretch for me financially.
For All Price: $37 – (limited availability): Paying the full tuition would be a significant financial hardship.
Our goal is to make these workshops accessible to all, while maintaining sustainability of both the Arts for All Initiative and Schoodic Arts for All as a non-profit organization, as well as supporting our teaching artists by paying them fairly.
Add a Patchwork Panel to a Pair of Jeans
Add a Patchwork Panel to a Pair of Jeans
Transform a pair of jeans into your favorite pants. Using fabric scraps we'll make machine patchwork panels to insert into a pair of jeans. Basic sewing skills are needed.
When: Thursday, August 6
Instructor: Claire T. Weinberg
Ages: Teen, Adult
Bring: Two pairs of jeans, one to transform and one for the panels.
Location: Dulse and Rugosa, 337 US-1, Gouldsboro, ME 04607
Flexible Tuition:
Pay It Forward Price: $110 – I am able to pay the tuition with an additional donation to support SAFA’s programs.
Full Price: $85 – I can make the price work financially.
Discount Price: $65 – (limited availability): Paying full price would be a stretch for me financially.
For All Price: $45 – (limited availability): Paying the full tuition would be a significant financial hardship.
Our goal is to make these workshops accessible to all, while maintaining sustainability of both the Arts for All Initiative and Schoodic Arts for All as a non-profit organization, as well as supporting our teaching artists by paying them fairly.
Plant Imprinting on Fabric with Sandi Cirillo
Plant Imprinting on Fabric
This workshop will teach you to imprint a design on a canvas tote bag using a variety of natural plant materials. Students are encouraged to bring in flowers and other plants from their own gardens to incorporate into their design.
When: Friday, August 8
Instructor: Sandi Cirillo
Ages: Teen, Adult
Bring: a hammer if you have one
Location: SAFA Schoolhouse Tent, 23 Harbor Rd., Winter Harbor, Maine
Flexible Tuition:
We’re offering different pricing options to ensure that everyone has the opportunity to join the class, regardless of their financial situation. You can choose the price that fits your budget:
Pay It Forward Price: $86 – This helps keep the program running and ensures we can continue offering great opportunities for the community.
Full Price: $66 – The standard cost for the class.
Discount Price: $36 – For those who need some assistance while still supporting the class.
For All Price: $21 – For those who need the most help, we don’t want finances to keep anyone from participating.
We trust you to choose the price that makes sense for you. This system allows everyone to get involved, while making sure the program stays accessible for all. There’s no need for any special paperwork—just pick the amount that feels right when you register.
Nuno Felted Scarf with Audra Christie
Nuno Felted Scarf
Learn the basics of nuno felting to create a lightweight, textured scarf. Perfect for beginners and experienced felters. Some upper body strength required. Wear comfortable shoes.
When: Wednesday, August 6
Instructor: Audra Christie
Ages: Teen, Adult
Bring (Optional): Merino top wool, viscose fibers.
Location: SAFA Schoolhouse Tent, 23 Harbor Road, Winter Harbor, Maine
Flexible Tuition:
We’re offering different pricing options to ensure that everyone has the opportunity to join the class, regardless of their financial situation. You can choose the price that fits your budget:
Pay It Forward Price: $115 – This helps keep the program running and ensures we can continue offering great opportunities for the community.
Full Price: $95 – The standard cost for the class.
Discount Price: $55 – For those who need some assistance while still supporting the class.
For All Price: $35 – For those who need the most help, we don’t want finances to keep anyone from participating.
We trust you to choose the price that makes sense for you. This system allows everyone to get involved, while making sure the program stays accessible for all. There’s no need for any special paperwork—just pick the amount that feels right when you register.
Needle Felted Landscapes with Audra Christie
Needle Felted Landscapes
Recreate your favorite landscape in wool! Perfect for beginners and experienced felters, finished pieces mount beautifully in a 7” hoop.
When: Wednesday, August 6
Instructor: Audra Christie
Ages: Teen, Adult
Bring: Picture of your favorite landscape. Optional: leather finger protectors, wool for felting
Location: SAFA Schoolhouse Tent, 23 Harbor Road, Winter Harbor, Maine
Flexible Tuition:
We’re offering different pricing options to ensure that everyone has the opportunity to join the class, regardless of their financial situation. You can choose the price that fits your budget:
Pay It Forward Price: $85 – This helps keep the program running and ensures we can continue offering great opportunities for the community.
Full Price: $65 – The standard cost for the class.
Discount Price: $35 – For those who need some assistance while still supporting the class.
For All Price: $20 – For those who need the most help, we don’t want finances to keep anyone from participating.
We trust you to choose the price that makes sense for you. This system allows everyone to get involved, while making sure the program stays accessible for all. There’s no need for any special paperwork—just pick the amount that feels right when you register.
Stitch a Flag: Landscape Embroidery with Emma Murray
Stitch a Flag: Landscape Embroidery
Learn the meditative art of landscape embroidery and begin stitching a gorgeous wool-felt wall hanging! We’ll start with the basics of embroidery, from choosing colors to threading needles and tying knots, then move into how to depict light and topography with thread. Students can bring images of landscapes that are special to them, or use one of the local reference photos the instructor will provide. Beginners welcome.
When: Wednesday, August 6
Instructor: Emma Murray
Ages: Teen, Adult
Bring(Optional): a photo of a landscape you love
Location: Combs Studio, 56 Main Street, Prospect Harbor, Maine
Flexible Tuition:
We’re offering different pricing options to ensure that everyone has the opportunity to join the class, regardless of their financial situation. You can choose the price that fits your budget:
Pay It Forward Price: $95 – This helps keep the program running and ensures we can continue offering great opportunities for the community.
Full Price: $75 – The standard cost for the class.
Discount Price: $45 – For those who need some assistance while still supporting the class.
For All Price: $30 – For those who need the most help, we don’t want finances to keep anyone from participating.
We trust you to choose the price that makes sense for you. This system allows everyone to get involved, while making sure the program stays accessible for all. There’s no need for any special paperwork—just pick the amount that feels right when you register.
Embellished Felted Bowls with Sandi Cirillo
Embellished Felted Bowls
In this class we'll be working with wool, soap and water to create felted bowls. Using a resist method, we'll create a unique bowl using the feltmaking process. Then embellish it using various other types of mixed media. Students can bring in their own embellishments (yarns, beads, buttons, etc) to use as well.
When: Saturday, August 2
Instructor: Sandi Cirillo
Ages: Teen, Adult
Bring: Embellishments (yarns, beads, buttons, etc.) if you have them, old towel, scissors
Location: SAFA Schoolhouse, 23 Harbor Rd., Winter Harbor, Maine
Flexible Tuition:
We’re offering different pricing options to ensure that everyone has the opportunity to join the class, regardless of their financial situation. You can choose the price that fits your budget:
Pay It Forward Price: $87 – This helps keep the program running and ensures we can continue offering great opportunities for the community.
Full Price: $67 – The standard cost for the class.
Discount Price: $37 – For those who need some assistance while still supporting the class.
For All Price: $22 – For those who need the most help, we don’t want finances to keep anyone from participating.
We trust you to choose the price that makes sense for you. This system allows everyone to get involved, while making sure the program stays accessible for all. There’s no need for any special paperwork—just pick the amount that feels right when you register.
Wet Felted Landscapes with Sandi Cirillo
Wet Felted Landscape
Students will create a felted landscape using wool, soap and water and a little agitation. Wet and needle felting techniques will be covered. Once you learn the process, there's no end to what you can create.
When: Saturday, August 2
Instructor: Sandi Cirillo
Ages: Teen, Adult
Bring: Scissors, old towel
Location: SAFA Schoolhouse, 23 Harbor Rd., Winter Harbor, Maine
Flexible Tuition:
We’re offering different pricing options to ensure that everyone has the opportunity to join the class, regardless of their financial situation. You can choose the price that fits your budget:
Pay It Forward Price: $88 – This helps keep the program running and ensures we can continue offering great opportunities for the community.
Full Price: $68 – The standard cost for the class.
Discount Price: $38 – For those who need some assistance while still supporting the class.
For All Price: $23 – For those who need the most help, we don’t want finances to keep anyone from participating.
We trust you to choose the price that makes sense for you. This system allows everyone to get involved, while making sure the program stays accessible for all. There’s no need for any special paperwork—just pick the amount that feels right when you register.
Shibori Encore with Diana Quinn
Shibori Encore
Discover Shibori, the ancient Japanese tie-dyeing art! Fold, bind, bunch, and stitch your own natural fiber garments to create stunning patterns. Dye textiles: quilts, pillow covers, or sheets—let your creativity run wild with this beautiful, time-honored craft! Wear OLD Clothes/shoes.
When: Friday, August 1
Instructor: Diana Quinn
Ages: Teen, Adult
Bring: Natural fiber textiles
Location: SAFA Schoolhouse Tent, 23 Harbor Road, Winter Harbor, Maine
Flexible Tuition:
We’re offering different pricing options to ensure that everyone has the opportunity to join the class, regardless of their financial situation. You can choose the price that fits your budget:
Pay It Forward Price: $95 – This helps keep the program running and ensures we can continue offering great opportunities for the community.
Full Price: $75 – The standard cost for the class.
Discount Price: $45 – For those who need some assistance while still supporting the class.
For All Price: $30 – For those who need the most help, we don’t want finances to keep anyone from participating.
We trust you to choose the price that makes sense for you. This system allows everyone to get involved, while making sure the program stays accessible for all. There’s no need for any special paperwork—just pick the amount that feels right when you register.
Silk, Silk, and more Silk! with Sandi Cirillo
Silk, Silk, and more Silk!
Learn about the different ways to make silk scarves in this class. We'll be painting on silk, using rust techniques, and tissue paper to make 2 beautiful scarves suitable to wear or to give as gifts. Silk is a wonderful fiber to work with as we experiment with different techniques and see what happens.
When: Wednesday, July 30
Instructor: Sandi Cirillo
Ages: Teen, Adult
Bring: old towel, large black garbage bag
Location: SAFA Schoolhouse, 23 Harbor Rd., Winter Harbor, Maine
Flexible Tuition:
We’re offering different pricing options to ensure that everyone has the opportunity to join the class, regardless of their financial situation. You can choose the price that fits your budget:
Pay It Forward Price: $90 – This helps keep the program running and ensures we can continue offering great opportunities for the community.
Full Price: $70 – The standard cost for the class.
Discount Price: $40 – For those who need some assistance while still supporting the class.
For All Price: $25 – For those who need the most help, we don’t want finances to keep anyone from participating.
We trust you to choose the price that makes sense for you. This system allows everyone to get involved, while making sure the program stays accessible for all. There’s no need for any special paperwork—just pick the amount that feels right when you register.
Shibori with Diana Quinn
Shibori
Discover Shibori, the ancient Japanese tie-dyeing art! Fold, bind, bunch, and stitch your own natural fiber garments to create stunning patterns. Dye textiles: quilts, pillow covers, or sheets—let your creativity run wild with this beautiful, time-honored craft! Wear OLD Clothes/shoes.
When: Sunday, July 27
Instructor: Diana Quinn
Ages: Teen, Adult
Bring: Natural fiber textiles
Location: SAFA Schoolhouse Tent, 23 Harbor Road, Winter Harbor, Maine
Registration for this workshop is closed
Flexible Tuition:
We’re offering different pricing options to ensure that everyone has the opportunity to join the class, regardless of their financial situation. You can choose the price that fits your budget:
Pay It Forward Price: $95 – This helps keep the program running and ensures we can continue offering great opportunities for the community.
Full Price: $75 – The standard cost for the class.
Discount Price: $45 – For those who need some assistance while still supporting the class.
For All Price: $30 – For those who need the most help, we don’t want finances to keep anyone from participating.
We trust you to choose the price that makes sense for you. This system allows everyone to get involved, while making sure the program stays accessible for all. There’s no need for any special paperwork—just pick the amount that feels right when you register.
Decorative Oyster Shells with JoAnn Townsend - FULL
This class is FULL. Please email info@schoodicartsforall.org to join the waitlist.
Decorative Oyster Shells
Learn how to clean, paint, decoupage, and display beautifully decorated oyster shells.
When: Saturday, July 26
Instructor: JoAnn Townsend
Ages: Adult
Bring: A pair of scissors and (optional) cocktail napkins for your designs.
Location: SAFA Schoolhouse, 23 Harbor Rd., Winter Harbor, Maine
This class is FULL. Please email info@schoodicartsforall.org to join the waitlist.
Flexible Tuition:
We’re offering different pricing options to ensure that everyone has the opportunity to join the class, regardless of their financial situation. You can choose the price that fits your budget:
Pay It Forward Price: $85– This helps keep the program running and ensures we can continue offering great opportunities for the community.
Full Price: $65 – The standard cost for the class.
Discount Price: $35 – For those who need some assistance while still supporting the class.
For All Price: $20 – For those who need the most help, we don’t want finances to keep anyone from participating.
We trust you to choose the price that makes sense for you. This system allows everyone to get involved, while making sure the program stays accessible for all. There’s no need for any special paperwork—just pick the amount that feels right when you register.
Needle Felted Sea Life Panel with Maureen Andrew
Needle Felted Sea Life Panel
Dive into an exciting "under the sea" adventure! Use colorful wool and the needle felting method to create vibrant sea life that pops against the sea floor or water column, bringing your ocean scene to life in stunning detail.
When: Friday, July 25
Instructor: Maureen Andrew
Ages: Teen, Adult
Bring (Optional): References of specific sea life
Location: SAFA Schoolhouse, 23 Harbor Rd., Winter Harbor, Maine
Flexible Tuition:
We’re offering different pricing options to ensure that everyone has the opportunity to join the class, regardless of their financial situation. You can choose the price that fits your budget:
Pay It Forward Price: $108– This helps keep the program running and ensures we can continue offering great opportunities for the community.
Full Price: $88 – The standard cost for the class.
Discount Price: $48 – For those who need some assistance while still supporting the class.
For All Price: $28 – For those who need the most help, we don’t want finances to keep anyone from participating.
We trust you to choose the price that makes sense for you. This system allows everyone to get involved, while making sure the program stays accessible for all. There’s no need for any special paperwork—just pick the amount that feels right when you register.
Wet Felted Vessels with Maureen Andrew - FULL
This class is FULL. Please email info@schoodicartsforall.org to join the waitlist.
Wet Felted Vessels
Create a colorfully eye catching vessel using the wet felting method. It gets a little damp and squishy, but that’s half the fun.
When: Friday, July 25
Instructor: Maureen Andrew
Ages: All - Children 12 and under must be accompanied by an adult.
Bring: an old beach towel
Location: SAFA Schoolhouse, 23 Harbor Rd., Winter Harbor, Maine
This class is FULL. Please email info@schoodicartsforall.org to join the waitlist.
Flexible Tuition:
We’re offering different pricing options to ensure that everyone has the opportunity to join the class, regardless of their financial situation. You can choose the price that fits your budget:
Pay It Forward Price: $87 – This helps keep the program running and ensures we can continue offering great opportunities for the community.
Full Price: $67 – The standard cost for the class.
Discount Price: $37 – For those who need some assistance while still supporting the class.
For All Price: $22 – For those who need the most help, we don’t want finances to keep anyone from participating.
We trust you to choose the price that makes sense for you. This system allows everyone to get involved, while making sure the program stays accessible for all. There’s no need for any special paperwork—just pick the amount that feels right when you register.
Needle Felted 2-D Oceanscape with Lyn Slade
Needle Felted 2-D Oceanscape
Needle felt this painterly ocean-scape using the instructor's tool. It's fun and easier than you think! Some needle felting experience is helpful but not required.
When: Thursday, July 24
Instructor: Lyn Slade
Ages: Teen, Adult
Bring: All materials provided
Location: Prospect Harbor Methodist Church, 57 Main Street, Prospect Harbor, Maine
Flexible Tuition:
We’re offering different pricing options to ensure that everyone has the opportunity to join the class, regardless of their financial situation. You can choose the price that fits your budget:
Pay It Forward Price: $105 – This helps keep the program running and ensures we can continue offering great opportunities for the community.
Full Price: $85 – The standard cost for the class.
Discount Price: $45 – For those who need some assistance while still supporting the class.
For All Price: $25 – For those who need the most help, we don’t want finances to keep anyone from participating.
We trust you to choose the price that makes sense for you. This system allows everyone to get involved, while making sure the program stays accessible for all. There’s no need for any special paperwork—just pick the amount that feels right when you register.
Needle Felted 2-D Owl with Lyn Slade
Needle Felted 2-D Owl
While needle felting this handsome owl, you’ll learn all the basics and nuances of needle felting 2-D art. Basic knowledge of needle felting is helpful, but not required.
When: Wednesday, July 23
Instructor: Lyn Slade
Ages: Teen, Adult
Bring: Small sharp scissors for cutting paper
Location: Prospect Harbor Methodist Church, 57 Main Street, Prospect Harbor, Maine
Flexible Tuition:
We’re offering different pricing options to ensure that everyone has the opportunity to join the class, regardless of their financial situation. You can choose the price that fits your budget:
Pay It Forward Price: $105 – This helps keep the program running and ensures we can continue offering great opportunities for the community.
Full Price: $85 – The standard cost for the class.
Discount Price: $45 – For those who need some assistance while still supporting the class.
For All Price: $25 – For those who need the most help, we don’t want finances to keep anyone from participating.
We trust you to choose the price that makes sense for you. This system allows everyone to get involved, while making sure the program stays accessible for all. There’s no need for any special paperwork—just pick the amount that feels right when you register.
Painting Silk Mandalas with Helena Melone
Painting Silk Mandalas
Exploring silk painting techniques, as well as symbols & shapes which we imbue with our personal meanings, we will create mandalas on stretched silk hoops using dye resist and silk paint.
When: Tuesday, July 22
Instructor: Helena Melone
Ages: Teen, Adult
Bring: All materials provided
Location: SAFA Schoolhouse Tent, 23 Harbor Road, Winter Harbor, Maine
Flexible Tuition:
We’re offering different pricing options to ensure that everyone has the opportunity to join the class, regardless of their financial situation. You can choose the price that fits your budget:
Pay It Forward Price: $118 – This helps keep the program running and ensures we can continue offering great opportunities for the community.
Full Price: $98 – The standard cost for the class.
Discount Price: $58 – For those who need some assistance while still supporting the class.
For All Price: $38 – For those who need the most help, we don’t want finances to keep anyone from participating.
We trust you to choose the price that makes sense for you. This system allows everyone to get involved, while making sure the program stays accessible for all. There’s no need for any special paperwork—just pick the amount that feels right when you register.
Felted Jewelry - 08/06/24
Felted Jewelry
Explore the art of wet felting! Learn how to felt round and sushi roll beads, then design your own earrings, necklace, or bracelet. Unleash your creativity in this hands-on, jewelry-making workshop!
August 6th, 2024 - 10:00 am - 3:00 pm
Ages: Teen, Adult
Bring List: Boot tray, bath towel, bowl for hot water. Optional: beading supplies.
Flexible Tuition
Choose your price at the end of registration:
Pay it Forward Price: $90.00
Full Price: $80.00
Discount Price: $45.00
For All Price: $28.00
Online registration for this workshop closes 08/03/24. After that date, please call our office at 207-963-2569 to inquire.
Needle Felted Lobster - 08/03/24
Needle Felted Lobster
Felt your dinner? Maybe not, but certainly “cook” your own lobster using the needle felting technique. You will be sculpting sheep’s wool using only a barbed needle to create this iconic coastal classic.
August 3, 2024 9:00am - 12:00pm
Ages: Teen, Adult
All materials provided.
Flexible Tuition
Choose your price at the end of registration:
Pay it Forward Price: $70.00
Full Price: $60.00
Discount Price: $30.00
For All Price: $18.00
Fiber Fun for Kids and Adults (including grandparents) - 08/02/24
Fiber Fun for Kids and Adults (including grandparents)
This class will focus on learning about different kinds of fibers and what we can create using them. For example we'll learn about Japanese braiding and make felted fiber bowls, creating fuzzy wuzzy candles! Adults will have much fun as the kids sharing in the creation of various pieces of art to take home or give as gifts.
August 2, 2024 - 1:00 pm - 3:30 pm
All Ages
Bring List: old towel and scissors
Flexible Tuition
Choose your price at the end of registration:
Pay it Forward Price: $60.00
Full Price: $50.00
Discount Price: $28.00
For All Price: $16.00
Shibori - Encore Session 08/01/24
Shibori - Encore Session
Japanese Tie-dyeing, or Shibori, is an ancient Japanese way to dye textiles, creating fabulous patterns on cloth, quilts, pillow covers, sheets, whatever – let your imagination go crazy! Shibori utilizes folding, binding, twisting, bunching (with rubber bands), and stitching (with thread) cloth, and then dyeing it.
August 01, 2024 - 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Ages: Teen, Adult
Bring List: Wear OLD clothes and shoes. Bring your own natural fiber garments to dye.
Flexible Tuition
Choose your price at the end of registration:
Pay it Forward Price: $80.00
Full Price: $70.00
Discount Price: $42.00
For All Price: $28.00
Wet Felted Basket - 07/30/24
Wet Felted Basket
Dive into the world of wet felting! Join our hands-on workshop to craft a beautiful basket with handles using wool, soap, and agitation. Unleash your creativity and take home a functional work of art!
July 30, 2024 - 10:00 am - 4:00 pm
Ages: Teen, Adult
Bring List: Two bath towels, any wool yarn or other fiber for embellishments (optional)
Flexible Tuition
Choose your price at the end of registration:
Pay it Forward Price: $117.00
Full Price: $107.00
Discount Price: $64.00
For All Price: $42.00
Online registration for this workshop closes 07/23/24. After that date, please call our office at 207-963-2569 to inquire.
Needle Felted Seals - 07/28/24
Needle Felted Seals
From raw wool to mounted sculpture in one session! After selling scores of felted harbor seals in local shops, Cathy breaks down and teaches her method for others to enjoy. Experience helpful but not required.
July 28, 2024 - 9:00 am - 1:00 pm
Ages: Teen, Adult
All materials provided.
Flexible Tuition
Choose your price at the end of registration:
Pay it Forward Price: $90.00
Full Price: $80.00
Discount Price: $45.00
For All Price: $28.00
Sing Your Heart Out! - 07/26/24
Sing Your Heart Out!
Sing Your Heart Out is a course designed for individuals who feel like they cannot sing. In just a few hours, participants will learn to find their voice, improve posture and breathing, and explore simple harmonies. No experience necessary. Kat Logan, a professional vocalist and musician with years of experience performing in New England, is excited to help you find your voice.
July 26, 2024 - 9:00 am - 11:00 pm
Ages: Teen, Adult
Bring List: Please bring a small notebook for notes. All other materials provided.
Flexible Tuition
Choose your price at the end of registration:
Pay it Forward Price: $45.00
Full Price: $35.00
Discount Price: $26.00
For All Price: $14.00
Online registration for this workshop closes 07/19/24. After that date, please call our office at 207-963-2569 to inquire.
Shibori - 07/23/24
Shibori
Japanese Tie-dyeing, or Shibori, is an ancient Japanese way to dye textiles, creating fabulous patterns on cloth, quilts, pillow covers, sheets, whatever – let your imagination go crazy! Shibori utilizes folding, binding, twisting, bunching (with rubber bands), and stitching (with thread) cloth, and then dyeing it.
July 23, 2024 - 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Ages: Teen, Adult
Bring List: Wear OLD clothes and shoes. Bring your own natural fiber garments to dye.
Flexible Tuition
Choose your price at the end of registration:
Pay it Forward Price: $80.00
Full Price: $70.00
Discount Price: $42.00
For All Price: $28.00
Online registration is closed. Please call the office at 207-963-2569 to inquire.
We have added an Encore Session on 08/01/24. Please see the link below to sign up:
Shibori Encore Session 08/01/24
Needle Felted Figures on Wire Armature - 07/23/24 and 07/24/24
Needle Felted Figures on Wire Armature
In this class we will learn the basics of creating an aluminum wire armature, which will serve as the framework for a needle felted dog, cat, or other four-legged creature. I will teach my method for wrapping wool onto the armature for basic shaping. We will finish our creations by applying a colored topcoat and detailing the face, tail, and feet. Some experience needed.
July 23, 2024 - 9:00 am - 4:00 pm AND
July 24, 2024 - 9:00 am - 4:00 pm
Ages: Teen, Adult
All materials provided.
Flexible Tuition
Choose your price at the end of registration:
Pay it Forward Price: $235.00
Full Price: $225.00
Discount Price: $120.00
For All Price: $68.00
Registration Closed
Needle Felted Puffins
Create this sea bird darling of the Downeast islands! We will use sheep’s wool and a barbed felting needle to sculpt everyone’s favorite bird.
Ages: Teen, Adult
Bring: All materials provided
Price: $75
Multi-Color Shibori
Japanese Tie-dyeing, or Shibori, is an ancient Japanese way to dye textiles, creating fabulous patterns on cloth, quilts, pillow covers, sheets, whatever – let your imagination go crazy! Shibori utilizes folding, binding, twisting, bunching (with rubber bands), and stitching (with thread) cloth, and then dyeing it.
Ages: Teen, Adult
Bring: All materials provided
Price: $75
This workshop is FULL. Please email info@schoodicartsforall.org to join the waitlist.
Exploring the Magic of Natural Color: An Introduction to Eco Printing
Hidden color exists all around us, waiting to be transformed into works of art. Have you ever wondered how to mindfully forage and utilize local plant species and food compost in a sustainable, creative way? In this hands-on workshop, dive into the realm of natural printmaking and fiber processes with Katama Murray of Teach Peace Prints to create eco prints. This meditative process yields unique, one-of-a-kind results, and provides opportunities to let go while collaborating with nature. All levels of experience are welcome!
Ages: Teen, Adult
Bring: All optional: Notebook or phone for note taking, foraging basket & scissors, picnic blanket & outdoor chair for seating, lunch/snacks & water
Price: $75
Alternative Materials and Techniques for Rug Hooking
Bring your own pattern and learn 13 textural and embellishing techniques beyond the basic loop.
Ages: Teen, Adult
Bring: Students should bring their own rug hooking pattern, hook, and hoop or frame, previous hooking experience is a must.
Price: $100
Wet Felted Vessel
Create a 3-dimensional wool vessel. Wool fibers will be layered around a foam resist, wet with slightly soapy water, then rubbed and rolled to tangle and bind the fibers together to form a non-woven fabric, which is felt. To shrink and felt your forms, you will squeeze and possibly throw them, making them dense and thick.
Felt-making is a very physical activity. Most of the work will be done while standing. Wear comfortable shoes and clothing that you don’t mind getting wet.
For beginners & all levels.
Ages: Teen, Adult
Bring: Two large bath towels and a large bowl for water. Optional: Any wool roving or batting, beads or baubles you would like to add to your felted vessel.
Price: $125
Meet Audra Christie
Needle Felted Toadstool
Make a mossy knoll with mushrooms in a cute little wooden bowl! Participants will learn about needle felting: what types of fibers work best, selecting appropriate felting needles, and how to sculpt complex shapes. At the end of this workshop, you’ll be equipped with the skills to do all sorts of needle felting projects. Learn the therapeutic craft of Needle-Felting and add a little woodland wonder to your desk with these fun needle-felted mushrooms. Participants can choose the style of mushroom they would like to make from multiple examples and take their finished creation home the same day to enjoy for years to come.
Ages: Teen, Adult
Bring: (Optional: Needle felting supplies and pictures of mushrooms you would like to create.)
Price: $70
Meet Audra Christie