Learn the basics of hand-stitched quilt-making—including piecing, applique, and finishing techniques—as you work on a small-scale piece that can be used as a doll quilt or a wall hanging.

Saturday, May 5 to 19, 2018 – 12:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.

Explore the creative possibilities of combining wool with other decorative elements such as metal, beads, and stones to make distinctive necklaces, rings, pendants, earrings, and other jewelry.

Saturday, May 19, 2018 - 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.

The nuno process, which bonds wool to other fabrics, creates lightweight, drapeable felt ideal for clothing and accessories. Learn this unique and versatile technique as you create a one-of-a-kind scarf.

Sunday, May 20, 2018 - 10:15 a.m. to 4:45 p.m.

Explore the cultural history behind the vivid abstract quilts made in this distinctive rural Alabama community for generations, and try your hand at a quilting project in the Gee’s Bend spirit.

Saturday, June 2, 2018 - 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.

Spend a fascinating afternoon exploring the art and the magic of hats—for both women and men—as you create a one-of-a-kind seasonal topper under the guidance of noted D.C. milliner Anthony Gaskins.

Saturday, June 2, 2018 - 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.

Spend a fascinating afternoon exploring the art and the magic of hats—for both women and men—as you create a one-of-a-kind seasonal topper under the guidance of noted D.C. milliner Anthony Gaskins. 

Sunday, June 3, 2018 - 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.

In this hands-on workshop, practice some fundamental techniques to help create the quilts you want, including piecing, applique, embellishment, finishing and binding, quilting, and nontraditional fabrics. 

Sunday, June 10, 2018 - 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.