Fiber arts are trending again! From TikTok communities to art exhibitions, people across the U.S. are rediscovering the creativity and relaxation of embroidery, weaving, and knitting. This 6-week class offers a hands-on introduction to techniques in embroidery, cross stitch, weaving, and knitting. Each two-week segment focuses on one medium, allowing you to build skills progressively.

Weeks 1–2: Embroidery and Cross Stitch
Learn basic stitches and techniques to create decorative designs on different types of fabric or even paper. We'll also learn how to use patterns as well as how to work with your own designs. 

Weeks 3–4: Weaving
Discover the art of weaving by making a simple loom to create small woven pieces that can be incorporated into an artwork or stand on its own. Also, get the chance to use some non-traditional items that can be used when weaving. 

Weeks 5-6: Knitting 
Demystify the differences between a "knit" and a "purl" stitch as well as how to knit using your hands, a loom, loop yarn or traditional needles. Based on the level of students more advanced techniques may be introduced. 

Whether you're new to fiber arts or seeking to expand your skills, this class provides a supportive environment to explore creativity and craftsmanship. Join us to connect with others and experience the joy of making with your hands. Students in this class are eligible to participate in Open Studio times during the week to work on projects as well.

Instructor: Meredith Fitzgerald

As a working artist, Meredith currently focuses on varying interpretations of landscapes of place, body, and memory. Through oil paint, pastel, installations, and videos, she explores landscapes affected by the passage of time. Meredith has experience with printmaking, knitting, sewing, embroidery, wreath making, calligraphy, origami, woodworking, welding, and robotics. Meredith has an MFA from the Pratt Institute and has been a resident at the Vermont Studio Center. (meredithfitzgerald.com)

Age: Adults
Dates: 6 Fridays, January 30 to March 13, 2026
Time: 10 a.m. to 12 p.m.
No Class Date: February 20
Materials: All materials provided.

HCA Policies: Please review our website's HCA Student Policies and Procedures here.

• Injury Waiver: You must agree to the HCA injury waiver to register for classes. 
  
  
• Photo Release Agreement: You can agree to the HCA's Photo Release Agreement during registration.
  
  
• Waiting List: If this class is sold out, it will say so below and will not allow you to register. If so, please add your name to our waitlist here. 

Scholarships: The HCA believes the arts are for everyone. Thanks to the generosity of the Dora Kishibay Garabedian Scholarship Fund and individual donations to our scholarship fund, we can assist children, teens, and adults who might not otherwise be able to afford classes. Assistance is awarded based on demonstrated need, motivation, and potential benefit to the student. Apply for a scholarship here.

MEMBERS SAVE ON CLASSES: Your membership helps the HCA change the lives of artists and art lovers through its nurturing faculty, state-of-the-art facility, and need-based scholarship program. We are pleased to offer 5% off class costs to HCA Members from the Insider–Plus LEVEL and up.

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