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Intern Focus – Margot Johnsen

artifacts, collection, Historic Restoration, Intern

Intern Focus - Margot Johnsen Margot Johnsen, one of Gammelgården's summer interns, worked at the museum from May 20th to August 10th. As a history and theatre major at Smith College, Margot…

Tag Archive for: textiles

This is an ideas class versus a hands-on class. Participants are invited to bring favorite clothes for mending or upcycling ideas, but the instructor will focus ideas on how to: Make clothing in your closet go further by mending, patching,…

Crochet a Rag Rug

Rag rugs have a long history and continue the tradition of reusing fabrics in a sustainable way. Traditional braided rugs can last years, but over time the thread used to sew the braids together can deteriorate and create holes. With crocheted…

Solar Jar Natural Dyeing with the Textile Center

This two-hour class will include eco printing with steam and fresh botanicals on mordanted bandanas. While the steam sets the cloth, participants will learn how to use the same fresh botanicals to create solar dye jars, which they'll take…

Embroidered and Appliquéd Pillow with Natalie Norman

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Join a short course where we will combine embroidery with appliqué to finish a small decorative pillow top. Choose from 1 of 3 apron designs, each displaying a fabric from the Dalarna area. It is said that “clothing is to clothe someone,…

Zippered Pouches with Kris Livingston

Learn two easy, but professional looking, methods to make zipper pouches. Pouches can be made in any size to hold make-up, pencils, craft supplies, ear buds, travel items, toys, or tools. Create one for yourself or make a custom gift for someone…

Applique All-Occasion Greeting Cards with Kris Livingston

Delight recipients with a unique card for holidays, weddings, birthdays, or any other occasion. Fabric applique is sewn directly onto the paper card. Many embellishments can be added. This fun class will include many tips, ideas, and even patterns…

Embroider a Wrist Cuff with Natalie Norman

This three-hour class with Natalie Norman is focused on making an embroidered wrist cuff. (A wrist cuff is used to warm your hands or as an accent piece worn as a bracelet.) Come with an idea of design choice or begin with…

Create a Kjolväskor (Skirt Pocket or Purse) with Natalie Norman

This two-day class with Natalie Norman is focused on making a kjolväskor (a skirt pocket or purse) featuring applique and embroidered designs. Swedish kjolväskor were part of the Swedish folk dräkt (folk…

Create a Kjolväskor (Skirt Pocket or Purse) with Natalie Norman

Fabric-Wrapped Coiled Bowl with Kris Livingston

Create a fun and functional fabric bowl in this beginner-friendly class. Using clothesline and fabric strips, students will learn how to shape and stitch a three-dimensional bowl on the sewing machine while watching fabric patterns transform…