Saturday, February 7, 2026
10 AM-3 PM - 1 Spot Left!

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.

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

Saturday, February 21, 2026
10 AM–2 PM -2 Spots Left!

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, March 7, 2026
10 AM–11:30 AM - 6 Spots Left!

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.

Saturdays, March 7, 14, 21, 28, 2026
9 AM–4 PM - 1 Spot 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, March 14, 2026
10 AM-2 PM -5 Spots Left!

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, April 4, 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.

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, April 11, 2026
10 AM–2 PM

Take your crocheting to the next level in this hands-on workshop designed for advanced beginners. Led by museum instructors, participants will explore the techniques that give crocheted lace its delicate beauty while creating a charming bookmark featuring a classic strawberry motif.  All you need is an understanding and basic skill level of crocheting, staff will guide you through working with fine threads and build your confidence using a crochet hook. By the end of the session, each participant will have a finished keepsake and the skills to continue exploring lace projects at home.

Please bring:
— 2 mm steel crochet hook
— #10 crochet cotton

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

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.

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, February 28, 2026
10 AM-3 PM - Full!

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.

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 - Full!

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.

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