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Learn to Embroider Workshops | Gauley Bridge, WV |
Learn to Embroider Workshops | Gauley Bridge, WV |
Hands-on embroidery workshop in Gauley Bridge. Learn 10 essential stitches in one hour. All materials included!
Ready to stitch? Join us for a fun, hands-on hour learning 10 essential embroidery stitches. We provide everything—fabric, floss, needles, and expert guidance. You’ll leave ready to create your own beautiful handwork!
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Beginner Needle Felting Workshop – Gauley Bridge, WV |
$20.00
Beginner Needle Felting Workshop – Gauley Bridge, WV |
$20.00Beginner Needle Felting Workshop. Are you ready to dive into the wonderful world of needle felting?
Join our beginner needle felting workshop. You’ll make two mini spotted owls in a fun and supportive environment. Fee: $20 Material Kit included.
April 4th, 2026 | 1:00-2:30 PM Blue Thistle Fiber Mill 314 Main Street, Gauley Bridge, WV
15 in stock
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Level 1: Foundations – Mordanting & Natural Dyeing
Original price was: $55.00.$45.00Current price is: $45.00.
Level 1: Foundations – Mordanting & Natural Dyeing
Original price was: $55.00.$45.00Current price is: $45.00.Learn the essential foundation technique that makes all botanical printing work: proper mordanting. Work with regional dye plants in small-batch pots. Create color samples. This is where real natural dyeing begins.
Duration: 2.5 hours
$45 (Early bird pricing through one month before workshop date then $55)
Location: Blue Thistle Fibers Natural Dye Studio, 314 Main Street, Gauley Bridge, WV
Class Size: Limited to 12 students
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Level 2: Bundle Dyeing with Botanicals
Original price was: $75.00.$65.00Current price is: $65.00.
Level 2: Bundle Dyeing with Botanicals
Original price was: $75.00.$65.00Current price is: $65.00.Learn bundle dyeing with regional dye plants at our Gauley Bridge Natural Dye Studio & Fiber Mill. Wrap fabric with botanicals and modifiers, then steam to create layered impressions. Water-wise technique perfect for small-batch work.
Duration: 3 hours
Investment: $65 (Early bird pricing through April then $75
Prerequisites: None (Foundations workshop helpful but not required)
Class Size : Limited to 12
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Starting Seeds Indoors
$5.00
Starting Seeds Indoors
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Intro to Machine Knitting: Striped Scarf Retreat
$295.00
Intro to Machine Knitting: Striped Scarf Retreat
$295.00Learn to use a knitting machine in this small-group retreat at our Gauley Bridge fiber mill studio. Arrive Friday evening, knit all day Saturday, and leave with a finished striped scarf in naturally dyed yarn. Limited to 5 participants.
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Level 3: Natural Dyeing from Your Garden & Kitchen — Fall Session
Original price was: $55.00.$45.00Current price is: $45.00.
Level 3: Natural Dyeing from Your Garden & Kitchen — Fall Session
Original price was: $55.00.$45.00Current price is: $45.00.A 3-hour hands-on exploration of the fall dye garden: goldenrod, marigold, black walnut, amaranth, and more. Grow and forage your own dye materials, learn the critical difference between fugitive and lightfast colors, and trace the historical dye plants of Europe into the Appalachian landscape. Taught by Sara Loftus, Ph.D. Workshop 4 of 12 in the Botanical Printing Path year-long series. Capacity: 15 participants. Prior experience is welcome but not required.
15 in stock
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Saturday Open Studios
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Saturday Afternoon Fiber Studio Drop-In | Fiber Processing & Natural Dye | Gauley Bridge WV
$12.00
Saturday Afternoon Fiber Studio Drop-In | Fiber Processing & Natural Dye | Gauley Bridge WV
$12.00Join us for an open studio session! Drop in anytime during our Saturday afternoon hours (1:00-4:00 PM) to use hand spinning equipment, hand-carding tools, and natural dye facilities. Perfect for beginners and experienced fiber makers alike.
All equipment provided. Bring your own fiber or purchase fiber bases in studio.
📍 Location: 314 Main Street, Gauley Bridge, WV 25085
⏰ Hours: Saturday 1:00-4:00 PM
👥 Limited to 15 makers per sessionAfter purchasing, you’ll receive a confirmation email with studio guidelines and what to bring.
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