Join a workshop on March 20, 2024 at 6pm to create sculptures using provided fabrics. This project features STEAM principles. As a part of the 20th Century Artist Series the workshop will also include a discussion of textile artist, Nick Cave. The workshop will be at Remainders Creative Reuse in Pasadena. Join the class here.

Join a workshop on March 6, 2024 at 6pm to printed fabrics using stencils. This project features STEAM principles. As a part of the 20th Century Artist Series the workshop will also include a discussion of textile artist, Althea McNish. The workshop will be at Remainders Creative Reuse in Pasadena. Join the class here.

Learn how to create an original stencil design that repeats seamlessly on textiles, craft projects, or walls. Get ready to exercise critical thinking skills in a creative and encouraging environment. This is a great workshop for anyone who may want to get started in textile surface design.

Drawing expertise is not required for this workshop. All experience levels are accepted. For ages 14 and up. Materials are not included but a supply list will be provided after registration.

Enjoy this relaxing weekend craft workshop about weaving basics using paper. We will be creating designs using paper and even photos to create something original. The finished project will be an artwork that can be displayed on a wall or bookshelf.

Materials are not included.

Materials List:

• Card stock paper in assorted colors cut into 1/2” wide strips

• Glue

• Masking tape

• Scissors

• Ruler

• Paper cutter board (optional)

Join a workshop on January 24, 2024 at 6pm to create chicken scratch aka gingham embroidery aka depression lace. This geometric embroidery uses simple stitches to create an intricate and complex-looking pattern. This project features STEAM principles. As a part of the 20th Century Artist Series the workshop will also include a discussion of textile artist, Mariam Shapiro. The workshop will be at Remainders Creative Reuse in Pasadena. Join the class here.

As a part of the annual 20th Century Artist Series at Remainders Creative Reuse, Alyson will be teaching fiber art assemblage and about the work of American artist, Aminah Brenda Lynn Robinson. Join the workshop here. Learn how to create dimensional pictures using fabric, yarn, and other textiles.

Upcycle fabric scraps and old clothes with this online collage workshop. We will be creating a scene of our visions for 2024. The finished artwork can be displayed on a wall for the next year or more. Register below.

Drawing expertise is not required for this workshop. All experience levels are accepted. For ages 14 and up. Materials are not included but a supply list will be provided after registration.

Learn the basics of block printing with me during this Spoonflower Craft Friday workshop on Zoom. We will work with linoleum blocks and found objects. Join the class at Spoonflower’s website.

Join me at Craft Contemporary to learn how to create a 3D fiber landscape. You will experience 3 techniques to create a textile work that will pop.

Learn more here

As part of Spoonflower’s Virtual Artist Workshop series, I will be teaching how to create a seamless repeat. If you ever wondered how to create your own fabric pattern design or even a wallpaper design, then this is the webinar for you. I will walk you step by step through the process of making a design that repeats in an interesting way. The webinar will be held at 10am PST/ 1pm EST.
Materials for the workshop:

• Paper

• Pencil or your choice of drawing supplies

• Scissors

• Tape

  Register for the event today.

  Zoom Registration link:

  https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_qKEbHLhMTbOHUM6JxyDlNQ

  This workshop will be recorded, and all registrants will receive a replay following the live event.

Learn to stencil and create a collage using the vast fabric supply of Remainders Creative Reuse in Pasadena. I will be teaching students how to create a stencil to combine with a fabric collage.

Join the class

Create a fabric collage using the vast fabric supply of Remainders Creative Reuse in Pasadena. I will be teaching students how to bond fabrics together to create a picture or even an abstract.

Class is sold out

Join this virtual craft workshop creating two pairs of dangle earrings using crystals and minerals along with other makers. Learn simple jewelry-making techniques and a bit of geology about the stones you will be working with. Order your kit today. You can even pick up if you’re local.

Together we will create and learn with this relaxing craft. Learn more about crystals and minerals

This workshop is perfect for beginners. It is also great to join with one friend or a few.

Complete project kit that comes with your ticket:

• Crystal or mineral of your choice

• Headpins and eye pins

• Jump rings

• Chain

• Earring hooks (nickel free)

• Reusable cloth bag

• Jewelry pliers

Price

$65.00

For the month of August, we will expand on last month’s discussion by focusing on Invisible Labor in craft-based industries (like garment workers and restaurant workers). Who makes craft? How are they paid? Is it fair? What can we do to make this better? Later in the meeting, we will share our current creative projects. You’ll tell us the type of feedback you’re looking for, and we’ll provide constructive feedback in a safe and supportive setting. You can bring ANY type of creative project! This event is for makers of all kinds and levels.

A portion of the donations goes to Upward Bound House to provide school supplies for children in the Los Angeles area. The donation is $25.

Who is this group for?

Creative feminists creatives who are seeking an engaging, inclusive community. Makers of all kinds and levels. For example, textile artists, ceramicists, sewists, designers, fine artists, etc. If you are just getting started, you are welcome to join the discussion. This group is based on the tradition of women from all cultures using craft as a time to be communal. This is how we heal, how we ground ourselves, and how we learn from others.

We are meeting virtually on Zoom. You will receive the meeting ID and password prior to the event.

Join this virtual craft workshop remaking something you already have alongside other makers. Your jeans. Or any denim item that you have. Maybe you want to patch a hole or add a fun embroidered design onto your piece. I will teach you three basic embroidery stitches to use for your project. The emphasis is on modern embroidery, not traditional styles. Here is a Pinterest board for inspiration.

This workshop is perfect for beginners. It is also great to join with a friend or a few friends.

Needed Supplies

• Embroidery needle (Regular sewing needles work well too)

• Embroidery floss (Sewing thread is fine too especially if you are using a sewing needle)

• Denim items: Jeans, jackets, bags, shirts, cut up denim scraps to create patches, etc.

Stretch denim and softer denim are best for this workshop. Heavy, hard denim is difficult on the fingers.

Price

$28.00

Join this virtual craft workshop remaking your own jewelry with other eco-conscious makers. If you have old jewelry that no longer serves you or sparks joy, give it a new life with a few jewelry-making techniques.

Here is a Pinterest board for inspiration.

This workshop is perfect for beginners. It is also great to join with one friend or a few.

Required Supplies

• Bring your own costume or casual jewelry like something that no longer serves you, chunky jewelry that no longer expresses your current aesthetic, vintage finds, an earring that lost its amigo, jewelry that you bought on vacation that you never wore, jewelry that someone else gifted you after their vacation that you also never wore…you get the point.

• Receive your kit that has everything you need to make awesomeness:

  • Jewelry pliers including a round nose, flat nose, and side cutter

  • Headpins and eye pins

  • Jump rings

  • leather cording or colorful nylon cording

  • Reusable cloth bag

  The kit will be shipped to you so that it arrives prior to the workshop.

Price

$28.00-48.00

Start your week (or end your week) with soothing communal craft time. Share your projects with like-minded creators. Bring your current craft project to work on while we chat during this monthly virtual hour (and a half). How-to questions and sharing knowledge are encouraged in this inclusive and non-judgmental environment.

In the first half of the meeting, we have a conversation surrounding a monthly theme. For the month of July, we will be discussing using our creativity for activism. 

In the second half of the meeting, we will go around and share a current creative project and receive feedback. You’ll tell us the type of feedback you’re looking for, and we’ll provide constructive feedback in a safe and supportive setting. You can bring ANY type of creative project! This event is for makers of all kinds and levels.

Who is this group for?

Creative feminists who are seeking an engaging, inclusive community.

Makers of all kinds and levels. For example, textile artists, ceramicists, sewists, designers, fine artists, etc. If you are just getting started, you are welcome to join the discussion.

This group is based on the tradition of women from all cultures using craft as a time to be communal. This is how we heal, how we ground ourselves, and how we learn from others.

We are meeting virtually on Zoom. You will receive the meeting ID and password prior to the event.

This group is based on the tradition of women from all cultures using craft as a time to be communal. This is how we heal, how we ground ourselves, and how we learn from others. Men are also welcome to join.

Join this virtual craft workshop creating two pairs of dangle earrings using crystals and minerals along with other makers. Learn simple jewelry-making techniques and a bit of geology about the stones you will be working with. Order your kit today. You can even pick up if you’re local.

Together we will create and learn with this relaxing craft. Learn more about crystals and minerals

This workshop is perfect for beginners. It is also great to join with one friend or a few.

Complete project kit that comes with your ticket:

• Crystal or mineral of your choice

• Headpins and eye pins

• Jump rings

• Chain

• Earring hooks (nickel free)

• Reusable cloth bag

• Jewelry pliers

Price

$65.00

Black Lives Matter. Pride. Stay Home. Climate change is real. Express yourself with a sign made of fabric. Use fabric to create a sign that reflects your values. Maybe you aren't going to a protest. But it feels good to make a sign to show where you stand. You can even share it on social media. Talk to others who also share your views in this safe space.

Your sign doesn’t need to be permanent either. I can show you how to arrange what you have into a sign that can be used for your Instagram.

What You Need

• Fabric, yarn, fun craft supplies

• Glue

• Sewing supplies if you have it. If not, don’t worry about it.

Price: Free

Join this virtual craft workshop remaking your own jewelry with other eco-conscious makers. If you have old jewelry that no longer serves you or sparks joy, give it a new life with a few jewelry-making techniques.

Here is a Pinterest board for inspiration.

This workshop is perfect for beginners. It is also great to join with one friend or a few.

Required Supplies

• Bring your own costume or casual jewelry like something that no longer serves you, chunky jewelry that no longer expresses your current aesthetic, vintage finds, an earring that lost its amigo, jewelry that you bought on vacation that you never wore, jewelry that someone else gifted you after their vacation that you also never wore…you get the point.

• Receive your kit that has everything you need to make awesomeness:

  • Jewelry pliers including a round nose, flat nose, and side cutter

  • Headpins and eye pins

  • Jump rings

  • leather cording or colorful nylon cording

  • Reusable cloth bag

  The kit will be shipped to you so that it arrives prior to the workshop.

Price

$28.00- $48.00

Join this virtual craft workshop remaking something you already have alongside other makers. Your jeans. Or any denim item that you have. Maybe you want to patch a hole or add a fun embroidered design onto your piece. I will teach you three basic embroidery stitches to use for your project. The emphasis is on modern embroidery, not traditional styles. Here is a Pinterest board for inspiration.

This workshop is perfect for beginners. It is also great to join with a friend or a few friends.

Needed Supplies

• Embroidery needle (Regular sewing needles work well too)

• Embroidery floss (Sewing thread is fine too especially if you are using a sewing needle)

• Denim items: Jeans, jackets, bags, shirts, cut up denim scraps to create patches, etc.

Stretch denim and softer denim are best for this workshop. Heavy, hard denim is difficult on the fingers.

Price

$28.00

Join us for a mindfulness exercise with Joy Alegria and an art workshop led by Alyson Toone. The art workshop will focus on creating a self-portrait from fabric scraps. This workshop is part of a monthly series hosted by Self Help Graphics & Art in Boyle Heights. See the event on Facebook.

Price

Free

Start your week (or end your week) with soothing communal craft time. Share your projects with like-minded creators. Bring your current craft or start a new one. Enjoy a loose conversation structure during this monthly virtual hour. How-to questions and sharing knowledge are encouraged in this inclusive and non-judgmental environment.

In the first half of the meeting, we have a conversation surrounding a monthly theme. For the month of June, we will be discussing imposter syndrome and how it affects our creative practices and careers. In the second half of the meeting, we will go around and share a current creative project and receive feedback. You’ll tell us the type of feedback you’re looking for, and we’ll provide constructive feedback in a safe and supportive setting. You can bring ANY type of creative project! This event is for makers of all kinds and levels.

Who is this group for?
Creative feminists who are seeking an engaging, inclusive community.
Makers of all kinds and levels. For example, textile artists, ceramicists, sewists, designers, fine artists, etc. If you are just getting started, you are welcome to join the discussion.

This group is based on the tradition of women from all cultures using craft as a time to be communal. This is how we heal, how we ground ourselves, and how we learn from others.

We are meeting virtually on Zoom. You will receive the meeting ID and password 30 minutes before the event.

This group is based on the tradition of women from all cultures using craft as a time to be communal. This is how we heal, how we ground ourselves, and how we learn from others. Men are welcome to join this group.  

Join this virtual craft workshop creating two pairs of dangle earrings using crystals along with other makers. Choose genuine crystals or minerals that serve your intentions while learning simple jewelry making techniques great for beginners.

Pair #1 features crystal or mineral chips with chain.

Pair #2 features crystals with a macrame feather or a tassel. You’ll learn how to create a macrame feather and a tassel to make your own pair of flirty earrings.

Together we will set our intentions with this relaxing craft. Learn more about crystals and minerals

This workshop is perfect for beginners. It is also great to join with one friend or a few.

Complete project kit that comes with your ticket:

• Crystal or mineral of your choice

• Headpins and eye pins

• Jump rings

• Chain

• Earring hooks (nickel free)

• Reusable cloth bag

• Jewelry pliers

Price

$65.00

Join this virtual craft workshop remaking your own jewelry with other eco-conscious makers. If you have old jewelry that no longer serves you or sparks joy, give it a new life with a few jewelry-making techniques.

Here is a Pinterest board for inspiration.

This workshop is perfect for beginners. It is also great to join with one friend or a few.

Required Supplies

• Bring your own costume or casual jewelry like something that no longer serves you, chunky jewelry that no longer expresses your current aesthetic, vintage finds, an earring that lost its amigo, jewelry that you bought on vacation that you never wore, jewelry that someone else gifted you after their vacation that you also never wore…you get the point.

• Receive your kit that has everything you need to make awesomeness:

  • Jewelry pliers including a round nose, flat nose, and side cutter

  • Headpins and eye pins

  • Jump rings

  • leather cording or colorful nylon cording

  • Reusable cloth bag

  The kit will be shipped to you so that it arrives prior to the workshop.

Price

$48.00

Join this virtual craft workshop remaking something you already have alongside other makers. Your jeans. Or any denim item that you have. Maybe you want to patch a hole or add a fun embroidered design onto your piece. I will teach you three basic embroidery stitches to use for your project. The emphasis is on modern embroidery, not traditional styles. Here is a Pinterest board for inspiration.

This workshop is perfect for beginners. It is also great to join with a friend or a few friends.

Needed Supplies

• Embroidery needle (Regular sewing needles work well too)

• Embroidery floss (Sewing thread is fine too especially if you are using a sewing needle)

• Denim items: Jeans, jackets, bags, shirts, cut up denim scraps to create patches, etc.

Stretch denim and softer denim are best for this workshop. Heavy, hard denim is difficult on the fingers.

Price

$28.00

Meditation can be practiced through repetitive motions such as embroidery. Join Alyson for this relaxing workshop hosted by These Hands Makers Collective in Venice, CA. Using a variety of stitches and techniques we will be stitching a bandana preprinted with a lunar design that encourages uniqueness. Your kit will include everything that you need (except scissors) for this project and a blank bandana for your own practice.

Price

$85.00