Saturday, July 12
10:00a–1:00p
Presenter: Stefi Kruger
[Prerequisite: basic sewing machine knowledge.] Do you want to reuse textiles in your clothing, but you’re just not sure on how to do it? In this class, students will learn how to re-create clothing by sewing with a pattern. This class is designed to take your sewing skills to the next level and teach you how to sew clothing with stretchy knit fabric. Must bring in your machine, manual, and knit clothing that you’d like to use for your re-creation.
A good basic tool kit to bring includes: sharp scissors, pins, thread, bobbin, needles for your machines that matches the fabric you're working with. If you have any specific questions regarding supplies, please email us.
Register by July 10
Minimum registration: 3
Cancellation & Refund Policy
Paid enrollment in a Womanspace class must be cancelled in order for the student to be eligible for a refund. A refund (minus a $10 non-refundable deposit, minus the 4% service fee) will be granted according to the following:
2:00–4:00p
Instructor: Pat Sullivan
In this fun workshop, we will take wine bottles and cut the bottoms off, decorate, and string with clappers to make recycled art wind chimes. Alternately, we can decorate, wire wrap, and fit the bottles with hummingbird feeders, if you prefer. Either way, you will have a great piece of recycled art to take home and share with your feathered friends! All materials including safety glasses and gloves are provided, closed toe shoes recommended.
Register by July 10 Minimum Registered: 4
Sunday, July 20
1:00–4:00 pm
Instructor: Cristi Hopp Kniess
Add a pop of color to your summer with this vibrant and playful art workshop featuring alcohol inks! In this session, you’ll discover how this fluid, free-flowing medium behaves in a whole new way on thick canvas tote bags. Unlike smooth surfaces like Yupo paper or ceramic tile, the textured, porous fabric absorbs the ink differently, creating unexpected patterns and blending effects. Whether you’re a seasoned artist or just love to experiment, this workshop is all about fun, freedom, and creative exploration. No experience needed — just bring your imagination and leave with a one-of-a-kind, wearable masterpiece! Fee includes all supplies.
Register by July 18 Minimum Registration: 4
Saturday, July 26
Learn about the spiritual and symbolic meanings of mandalas from our own Nicole Landreth, then use your newfound knowledge to make your own hanging mandala of fused glass. Pat will guide you through the placement and composition of your mandala, using a supplied 8-inch circle of glass as your base. Then, you will place pre-fired glass dots and embellishments to make your own design, which will then be fired in the kiln and ready for pick-up in a week. No previous experience necessary — no glass cutting will be required. All materials including safety glasses and gloves are provided, closed toe shoes recommended.
Register by July 24 Minimum Registered: 4
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Womanspace, Inc., 3333 Maria Linden Drive, Rockford, IL 61114-5481 | Phone: 815-877-0118
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