Say hello to Lori Conzatti, the Fiber Arts Studio’s new volunteer coordinator!

“Hello, Fiber Arts Studio members! I’m Lori Conzatti, the new Fiber Arts Studio volunteer coordinator here at BARN. I recently moved to Port Townsend from Bainbridge and have been weaving off and on for about 10 years. I also knit, make baskets, and am learning my way around the woodshop. I’m a member of the Peninsula Weavers Guild and always eager to pick up new fiber skills.

“You won’t always find me in the studio, but you’ll hear from me by email and online. If you’d like to volunteer, share a skill, or have a question, just write. I’d love to hear from you!”

You can reach Lori by emailing fiber.vc@bainbridgebarn.org.

Fiber Finishers’ Three-Day Retreat

Dec. 10 – 12

Bring whatever you’re working on and settle in for three full days of making. Reserve a table or a sewing machine, set up your space however you like, and leave everything in place overnight. No hauling supplies back and forth each day — just pick up right where you left off! This is a chance to make real progress, or even finish a project or two, before the end of the year. Save Your Spot →

Handmade Ornament Exchange

Thursday, Dec. 17 | 5:30 – 6:30 PM

Bring a handmade ornament (or two) to trade with fellow fiber artists at this cozy, come-as-you-are exchange. It’s a perfect way to wrap up the year, swap techniques, and add something new, made with love, to your tree. Free and open to everyone.

Save Your Spot →

Classes We Think You’ll Love

Sashiko Patches

Friday, Dec. 4 | 10 AM – 1 PM: Learn the meditative art of sashiko stitching while mending or embellishing fabric patches of your own. You’ll leave with functional, beautiful patches ready to repair your favorite worn garments. No prior stitching experience needed.

Acid Dyeing Basics

Saturday, Nov. 14 | 9 AM – 12 PM: Discover how to use acid dyes to bring vivid, lasting color to protein fibers like wool and silk. You’ll dye your own small batch of fiber to take home and build a project around. Great for curious beginners and dye-curious fiber artists alike.

Screen Printing Basics

Saturday, Dec. 19 | 10 AM – 3 PM: Learn to create your own stencils and pull prints onto fabric using the screen printing process. You’ll walk away with a finished piece and the skills to keep printing at home. Great for makers who want to personalize their own textiles.

Sashiko Basic Skills

Saturday, Jan. 16 | 10 AM – 1 PM: Build a foundation in traditional Japanese sashiko stitching, from running stitch basics to simple geometric patterns. It’s a calming, portable craft you can pick up anywhere. Ideal for anyone new to hand stitching.

Handwork 2027

The Traveling Dyer’s Journal with Kathy Hattori

5 meetings, beginning Monday, April 12 | 10 AM – 5 PM

Mark your calendars! Renowned natural dye instructor Kathy Hattori is coming to BARN for a five-day intensive next spring. Seats are limited for this hands-on journey through natural dye techniques and journaling, so don’t wait! This is part of Handwork 2027 at BARN.

Quick Picks

Embellished Wool Appliqué and Embroidery
Friday, Nov. 20 | 10 AM – 5 PM

Krokbragd Weaving (Rigid Heddle or Floor Loom)
3 meetings, beginning Friday, Dec. 4 | 10 AM – 4 PM

Fiber Finishers’ Three-Day Retreat
3 meetings, beginning Thursday, Dec. 10 | 8 AM – 5 PM

Sewing Machine Certification and Practice Project
Sunday, Dec. 20 | 4 – 7 PM

Fiber Arts Studio Orientation
Friday, Nov. 27 | 6 – 6:45 PM

Community Slow-Stitch Tuesday (Online, free)
5 meetings, beginning Tuesday, Dec. 1 | 2 – 3:30 PM

Introduction to Rigid Heddle Loom Weaving
Wednesday, Feb. 3 | 9 AM – 4 PM

Kitsap Cosplay Guild: Cosplay and Costuming Community
Wednesday, Nov. 25 | 6:30 – 8 PM