Fiber Arts

In this class we'll be stitching aromatic balsam pillows in the shape of evergreen trees. Using balsam fir needles, plaids, and glass beads, we'll create three different pillows inspired by the raised beadwork of the Tuscarora people and the rich history of balsam fir use in the Adirondacks. These are great for use in a dresser, car, or anywhere would enjoy the fragrance! Pillows are approximately 5" in height. No prior experience or sewing machine required.

Dates/Times

• Sunday, November 22, 2026 – 9:00 am to 4:00 pm

Instructor: Sarah Badger

Member Tuition: $115.00
Non-Member Tuition: $140.00

Material Fee: $35.00 Included in fee shown on checkout page

Location: AFS, 51 Main Street, Lake Luzerne, NY

Spinning, the ancient art of twisting fibers to make yarn or thread, still thrives today, and this workshop will show you how to bring its magic into your own creative practice. In this workshop, you will learn how to spin wool using spindles and a spinning wheel and hear stories and folklore about spinning while you practice. You will learn the basics of spinning, how to work with the properties of wool, and how to ply and finish the yarn you have spun. No experience is necessary.

Dates/Times

• Friday, November 13, 2026 – 9:00 am to 4:00 pm

Instructor: Mathilde Lind

Member Tuition: $115.00
Non-Member Tuition: $140.00

Material Fee: $20.00 Included in fee shown on checkout page

Location: AFS, 51 Main Street, Lake Luzerne, NY

Want to try out weaving on a floor loom? This class starts with a loom all set up and ready to go – no prior weaving experience is needed! Keep the winter chill away with a scarf you weave yourself. Each class will include an introduction to the loom and instruction on how to operate it. Several color choices will be available. You'll be weaving away in no time!

Dates/Times

• Tuesday, November 10, 2026 – 10:00 am to 2:00 pm

Instructor: Teri Dvorak

Member Tuition: $70.00
Non-Member Tuition: $85.00

Material Fee: $20.00 Included in fee shown on checkout page

Location: 1476 U.S. 9, Lake George, NY 12845, Alfred Z. Solomon Lake George Annex, located on Rt. 9 in the Log Jam Outlets immediately behind the Log Jam Restaurant

Learn to wet felt a flower in your choice of colors using a plastic resist. Wear it to hold a scarf, decorate a favorite hat or lapel, or to embellish your favorite outfit!

Dates/Times

• Saturday, September 26, 2026 – 1:00 pm to 4:00 pm

Instructor: Barbara Ryan

Member Tuition: $70.00
Non-Member Tuition: $85.00

Material Fee: $5.00 Included in fee shown on checkout page

Location: AFS, 51 Main Street, Lake Luzerne, NY

Many handwoven patterns look best with traditional hemstitching completed on the loom at the start and finish of your project. Four styles of hemstitching will be demonstrated and practiced. Handouts will be provided to help you use the hemstitching techniques on future projects. Hemstitching can be used on both floor looms and rigid heddle looms.

Dates/Times

• Friday, October 16, 2026 – 9:00 am to 5:00 pm

Instructor: Janet Gallant

Member Tuition: $115.00
Non-Member Tuition: $140.00

Material Fee: $30.00 Included in fee shown on checkout page

Location: 1476 U.S. 9, Lake George, NY 12845, Alfred Z. Solomon Lake George Annex, located on Rt. 9 in the Log Jam Outlets immediately behind the Log Jam Restaurant

Wool is a versatile ecological material for knitting, felting, and weaving, but processing it can be a bit tricky for a beginner. In this workshop, you will learn how to work with wool starting with raw fleece straight off the sheep and ending with handspun yarn ready to be incorporated into your craft projects. If you have your own raw wool that you want to process or tools that you want to try out, please bring them! We will play with wool from a variety of sheep breeds, including some rare heritage breeds, and we?ll learn how to use their different qualities to create the perfect materials for your projects. You will learn how to use different wool processing tools like hand cards, wool combs, and a drum carder. If you like starting with natural materials and seeing them through to the finished product, this is a great workshop for you!

Dates/Times

• Sunday, November 15, 2026 – 9:00 am to 4:00 pm
• Monday, November 16, 2026 – 9:00 am to 4:00 pm
• Tuesday, November 17, 2026 – 9:00 am to 4:00 pm

Instructor: Mathilde Lind

Member Tuition: $345.00
Non-Member Tuition: $420.00

Material Fee: $40.00 Included in fee shown on checkout page

Location: 1476 U.S. 9, Lake George, NY 12845, Alfred Z. Solomon Lake George Annex, located on Rt. 9 in the Log Jam Outlets immediately behind the Log Jam Restaurant

Join Marjolaine in this 1-day class to create a nuno felt scarf you can wear different ways and close with a button. During this workshop you will explore the technique of nuno felt, a wet felting process combining silk fabric and wool roving. The felting is accomplished by applying water, soap, and friction. In this class you will: create a lightweight scarf made with silk fabric and merino wool roving, discover various wool layouts, create a stained-glass effect, and paint with silk hankies and silk roving on wool.

Dates/Times

• Saturday, December 12, 2026 – 9:00 am to 4:00 pm

Instructor: Marjolaine Arsenault

Member Tuition: $130.00
Non-Member Tuition: $150.00

Material Fee: $0.00 Included in fee shown on checkout page

Location: AFS, 51 Main Street, Lake Luzerne, NY

Special Notes: This workshop is suited for beginner to intermediate learners and requires standing for most of the day. A list of materials students need to bring will be sent out prior to the class. Expected materials cost is $55.

Join Marjolaine in this 1-day class to create a nuno felt scarf you can wear different ways and close with a button. During this workshop you will explore the technique of nuno felt, a wet felting process combining silk fabric and wool roving. The felting is accomplished by applying water, soap, and friction. In this class you will: create a lightweight scarf made with silk fabric and merino wool roving, discover various wool layouts, create a stained-glass effect, and paint with silk hankies and silk roving on wool.

Dates/Times

• Friday, October 16, 2026 – 9:00 am to 4:00 pm

Instructor: Marjolaine Arsenault

Member Tuition: $130.00
Non-Member Tuition: $150.00

Material Fee: $0.00 Included in fee shown on checkout page

Location: AFS, 51 Main Street, Lake Luzerne, NY

Special Notes: This workshop is suited for beginner to intermediate learners and requires standing for most of the day. A list of materials students need to bring will be sent out prior to the class. Expected materials cost is $55.