Bring your crochet hook SIZE H or I, your curiosity for free community crochet lessons in the park. We'll bring the yarn. Learn beginner technique and terminology. Seating on benches OR bring your folding chair. We will meet at 6PM SHARP on 135th and St. Nicholas on the bench in front of the music set up. […]
Third annual PAINTED THREADS FESTIVAL Celebrate Tradition, Creativity, and Community at the Painted Threads Festival! Step into the world of textiles and storytelling at Harlem’s PAINTED THREADS FESTIVAL, a free, family-friendly Maker Day where generations come together through the art of fabric and design. Engaging in cultural arts isn’t just about creativity, it’s a way […]
Friday Night Quilt 3 session series July 24 | August 7 and 14 Artist and designer: Havanna Fisher Participants will be guided through the techniques and terminology of three-layer quilting to finish your firsthand quilted project. A sewing machine will be on hand for those with experience.
Adire Alabela Artist: Oluwaseyi Awoyomi Explore traditional Yoruba textile art designs specifically referring to wax-resist batik. Materials included
Nigerian bead art Artist: Oluwaseyi Awoyomi Explore the traditions of bead art and learn the design elements, assembly and finish a handmade wall hanging. Materials included
Fabric Marbling on Silk & Cotton Fiber artist: Omi Gray Manipulate paints, stencils, water and yes shaving cream to design colorful patterns on silk and cotton by layering multiple vibrant colors.
Nigerian Nine Patch Artist: Oluwaseyi Awoyomi Turn vibrant fabrics into a unique pillow sham to adorn your home. Materials included
Artist: Omi Gray Learn to manipulate basic crochet stitches, wire and beads to design a one-of-a-kind necklace. Prerequisite: Knowledge of crochet stitches. Materials included
Botanical Print Silk Scarf Fiber artist: Omi Gray Explore an eco-printing technique which utilizes natural elements like leaves, eucalyptus and flowers to design and create printed textiles. Materials included.
Adire Alabere Artist: Oluwaseyi Awoyomi A stitch resist technique that garners some of the most stunning indigo fabric patterns. Materials included
