Saturday, January 3, 2026 - 5 Spots Left!
Saturday, February 14, 2026
10 AM-11:30 AM

Discover the art of turning fiber into yarn in this one-day beginner workshop at Strawbery Banke. Using a simple tool called a drop spindle, participants will learn the foundational techniques of hand spinning and gain an understanding of how fibers twist and form thread.

Guided by a Museum Instructor, you’ll practice drafting and spinning and explore how to control thickness and twist. By the end of the session, you’ll take home both your drop spindle and the yarn you’ve spun.

The Intro to Drop Spinning Workshop is designed for ages 16 and older and is suitable for beginners. Limited to 8 participants. Members $55; Nonmembers $65.

Saturday, January 10, 2026
10 AM-2 PM

Build on your basic knitting skills in this hands-on workshop at Strawbery Banke. Designed for knitters who can already cast on, knit, and purl, this class will guide you through shaping, seaming, and finishing a stylish pair of fingerless mitts suitable for cool weather or thoughtful gifts.

You’ll practice pattern reading, simple increases and decreases, and tips for creating a polished, professional-looking project. By the end of the session, you’ll leave with your own handmade mitts, new techniques, and added confidence in your knitting skills.

Materials to Bring:

— One pair straight or circular 16" knitting needles, sz 5
— One ball of DK to worsted weight yarn

Or, pre-order a kit at checkout and your instructor will have it ready for you. Kits include needles and yarn for class ($30).

This workshop is suitable for ages 16 and older and limited to 8 participants. Members $45; Nonmembers $55.

Saturday, February 21, 2026
10 AM–2 PM

Advance your knitting skills in this intermediate workshop at Strawbery Banke. Guided by Museum instructors, you’ll work on a stylish lace cowl using the Feather and Fan stitch, a classic pattern that creates graceful waves and texture.

Participants should already be comfortable with casting on and off, knitting, increasing, and decreasing. You’ll learn to read lace patterns, work in the round, and gain confidence in shaping with increases and decreases. By the end of the session, you’ll take home a wearable lace cowl and the skills to continue lace knitting on your own.

Materials to Bring:

— One pair of 24" circular knitting needles, sz 5
— One ball of fingering to DK weight yarn

Or, pre order a kit at checkout and your instructor will have it ready for you. Kits include needles and yarn for class ($30).

This workshop is suitable for ages 16 and older and limited to 8 participants. Members $45; Nonmembers $55.

Saturday, January 17, 2026
10 AM-3 PM - 3 Spots Left!

Discover the fundamentals of basket making in this beginner workshop at Strawbery Banke. Guided by Museum instructors, you’ll learn essential tools and techniques as you create your own peppermint twist basket, a versatile piece that can be used year-round.

Step by step, you’ll practice basic weaving methods and gain confidence working with traditional materials. By the end of the session, you’ll take home a completed handwoven basket and the skills to continue making more on your own.

This workshop is suitable for ages 16 and older and limited to 10 participants. All materials are provided. Members $65; Nonmembers $75.

Saturday, February 7, 2026
10 AM-3 PM

Discover the fundamentals of basket making in this beginner workshop at Strawbery Banke. Guided by Museum instructors, you’ll learn the fundamentals of basket making while crafting your own heart basket, a charming piece ideal for gifting, decorating, or filling with sweet treats.

Step by step, you’ll practice basic weaving methods and gain confidence working with traditional materials. By the end of the session, you’ll take home a completed handwoven basket and the skills to continue making more on your own.

This workshop is suitable for ages 16 and older and limited to 10 participants. All materials are provided. Members $65; Nonmembers $75.

Saturday, February 28, 2026
10 AM-3 PM

Learn the basics of basket making in this beginner workshop at Strawbery Banke. Guided by Museum instructors, you’ll create your own hanging Letter Basket, a functional and attractive piece for organizing mail, papers, or notes.

You’ll be introduced to traditional basketry tools and materials and practice foundational weaving techniques with step-by-step instruction in a supportive, hands-on environment. By the end of the session, you’ll take home a completed basket and the skills to continue weaving on your own.

This class is limited to 10 participants, must be ages 16 and older. All materials are included. Members $65; Non-Members $75.

Saturday, March 28, 2026
10 AM-3 PM

Celebrate spring with a beginner workshop at Strawbery Banke focused on creating a handwoven Berry Basket, ideal for trips to the garden or the berry patch. Guided by Museum instructors, you’ll learn the fundamentals of basket making while crafting your own functional and charming basket.

You’ll be introduced to traditional basketry tools and materials and practice foundational weaving techniques in a supportive, hands-on environment. By the end of the session, you’ll take home a completed basket and the skills to continue weaving on your own.

This class is limited to 10 participants, must be ages 16 and older. All materials are included. Members $65; Non-Members $75.

Saturday, November 1, 8, 15, 22, 2025, 10-2 PM - FULL

To join a waiting list, contact Krysten Schmelzer, Communications and Ticketing Coordinator, via kschmelzer@sbmuseum.org or (603) 473-4814

Join the expert weavers at Strawbery Banke Museum for a one-day workshop to create a handwoven scarf, approximately 8 inches wide and up to 60 inches long, from start to finish. This session is suitable for beginners and experienced participants alike and provides an opportunity to craft a unique piece for yourself or as a holiday gift.

Each participant will begin with a neutral wool base, which will form the majority of the scarf. You may select one or more highlight colors, Azure Blue, Evergreen, or Chianti Red, to incorporate into your weaving. Under the guidance of our skilled weavers, you will learn fundamental techniques, explore creative color combinations, and experiment with basic treadling sequences to develop your scarf.

The Weave a Scarf in a Day class is designed for ages 16 and older and is suitable for beginners and experienced participants alike. Limited to 4 participants each date. Members $100; Nonmembers $125. 

Saturdays, January 10, 17, 24, 31, 2026
9 AM-4 PM - 4 Spots Left!

Explore the fundamentals of weaving in this four-week beginner workshop at Strawbery Banke. Participants will learn how to prepare and thread a loom, select colors and patterns, and create their own handwoven fabric under the guidance of experienced Museum instructors.

Each session will provide hands-on practice with the Museum’s 4-shaft Harrisville floor looms. By the end of the workshop, you’ll have crafted approximately 2 yards of fabric that can be transformed into items such as placemats, towels, or pillows.

Participants should be able to kneel or squat and handle small threads. The Intro to Textile Weaving Workshop is suitable for ages 18 and older and designed for beginners. Class size is limited to 6 participants. Members $400; Nonmembers $450.

Saturdays, March 7, 14, 21, 28, 2026
9 AM–4 PM - 4 Spots Left!

Continue building your weaving skills in this hands-on workshop at Strawbery Banke. Designed for participants who have completed the Intro to Textile Weaving Workshop, this class provides the opportunity to practice your techniques on a new project while exploring more creative design choices.

You’ll select up to three threading patterns and new thread colors to create a custom project. Guided by Museum instructors, you’ll refresh your skills dressing the loom and weave approximately 2 yards of cotton fabric in your own design.

Participants should be able to kneel or squat and handle small threads. This workshop is suitable for ages 18 and older and limited to 6 participants. Members $400; Nonmembers $450.

Saturday, January 24, 2026
10 AM–2 PM

Explore the art of hand quilting in this beginner workshop at Strawbery Banke. Participants will learn the traditional technique of whole cloth quilting while creating a hand-quilted hot pad, a practical and beautiful accessory for the kitchen.

No prior sewing or quilting experience is required. Guided by Museum instructors, you’ll practice hand-stitching on mid-colored quilting cotton with natural fiber batting and finish your piece with bias tape. Using simple tools such as embroidery hoops and fabric marking pens, you’ll learn the foundational skills of quilting while enjoying the relaxing rhythm of hand stitching. By the end of the workshop, you’ll take home a completed hot pad and the skills to continue exploring hand quilting on your own.

This workshop is suitable for ages 16 and older and limited to 8 participants. All materials and tools are provided. Members $65; Nonmembers $75.

Saturday, March 14, 2026
10 AM-2 PM

Learn the basics of English Paper Piecing in this beginner workshop at Strawbery Banke. Participants will be guided by Museum instructors as they create a classic Grandmother’s Flower Garden motif using fabric, paper templates, and simple hand stitching.

No prior sewing or quilting experience is required. Step by step, you’ll practice foundational techniques in a relaxed, hands-on environment. By the end of the session, you’ll have a completed floral design ready to stitch into a small bag or other personal project.

This workshop is suitable for ages 16 and older and limited to 8 participants. All materials are provided, though you are welcome to bring your own fabric scraps. Members $55; Nonmembers $65.

Saturday, March 7, 2026
10 AM–11:30 AM

Explore the art of 18th-century handwriting in this hands-on workshop at Strawbery Banke. Participants will learn traditional quill-writing techniques and practice the elegant scripts used by the Founding Generation.

Guided by Museum instructors, you’ll cut your own quill pen to use during class and take home. You’ll also work with historically accurate inks to create a finished piece of handwritten penwork, beautifully framed and ready to keep or give as a gift.

This workshop is suitable for ages 16 and older and limited to 12 participants. All materials are included. Members $35; Non-Members $45.