Spend part of a day learning the basics of natural indigo dyeing, one of Diana’s favorite workshops to teach. Here are the event details. PLEASE NOTE: This workshop is being taught in NC. Look for more offerings in NY and VT in the months ahead.

This will be NoCo Handcraft’s very first artisan market in Plattsburgh! Diana and the boys are so excited. They’ll have lots of festive goodies for their favorite holiday, macrame pieces, candles, and a selection of hand-knits.

Join Diana at The Strand for an afternoon of intentional, meditative hand-stitching. Sashiko, whose literal translation is “tiny stabs,” became a widely practiced art form that stemmed from the age-old adage, “necessity breeds creativity.” You will learn about the history of sashiko, work with existing patterns and practice creating your own pattern. Supplies included. Enrollment link forthcoming!

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Join Diana for the second installment of macrame skill-building. In this workshop, we will focus on creating a macrame plant hanger as well as learning the basic skills to set you on a path for success with this art form.

You will be able to take your plant hanger home along with a beautiful plant from a local garden center.

We will work outdoors if the weather permits.

Class size limited to 6 people.

$75 per person; all supplies included

Take a moment to slow down and learn the functional, meditative hand-stitching technique: Sashiko. During our time together, you will learn both the technique and history of this beautiful art form that is both steeped in history and modern times.

Together, we will make several samples, from which you can create a wall hanging, coasters, or another craft of choice.

$55 per person; supplies included

Class size limited to 6 people.

Join Diana for a two-hour workshop that explores the world of Zakka Embroidery, a technique that highlights clean, geometric shapes but adds the softness than only hand-stitched embroidery.

We will learn the basic stitching techniques, how to transfer a motif and complete a sample piece for you to take home.

No experience necessary.

Group size limited to 6; masks required indoors; we will work outside if the weather permits.

$65 per person

Join Diana in the studio for one of her favorite textile crafts, macrame. Learn the art of creative knotting and all of the basics to get you started on this addictive and functional art form. You will have the opportunity to complete a wall hanging to take home to enjoy for many years to come.

All supplies included.

Class size limited to 5 people; class not suitable for children under the age of 10.

Masks are required indoors and we will work outside if the weather permits.

In this workshop, we will navigate the process of making a braided rug of natural and up-cycled textiles.

Group size limited to 6 people

We will work outdoors if the weather permits, or masked inside the studio.

$85 per person

Everybody loves knitting (or, at least, everybody should!) Join Diana for a workshop that goes beyond the basics and enters into the world of decorative stitches. From mock cable to Grecian rib knits, we will spend our time re-invigorating our craft and learning some unique ways to add a little interest to our knitting projects.

Class size limited to 5 people; basic knitting skills recommended

$65 per person

Join Diana in the workshop to experience the process of candle-making. You will learn about the materials needed to set yourself up for success and the best practices around making your own beeswax candles at home. Beeswax has the lowest melting point of all candle waxes, which means they burn longer than most others. They don’t require added fragrance and they’re completely natural. BUT, as is often a claim on websites near and far, beeswax does not, in fact, clean the air around you…I’m glad to have chemists as friends:) We’ll talk more about this during the workshop!

Beeswax is a magical substance and one that immediately warms the soul- it’s gentle, natural scent and its many uses provide an abundance of projects for use around your home or homestead.

Our goal is to use only what we need during the process, and we will discuss ways to limit waste and reuse every bit of the leftovers. A simple, thoughtful life is what we’re striving toward in 2022. Please join us for this fun, interactive workshop and fall in love with beeswax. Take home what you make!

Class size limited to 6; ages 12 and up

Join Diana in the studio to learn the basics of knitting. From casting on to knit and purl stitches, we will set the foundation for what she hopes will lead you to a lifetime of knitting bliss. Knitting is Diana’s greatest textile-related passion, and she loves to share her knowledge and patience with those interested in learning such a beautiful, meditative hand-craft.

Supplies will be provided.

Class size limited to 6; ages 13 and up

$75 per person

With the start of the new year, we’re focusing even more on sustainability in everything we do. Now is the time to make positive change, to depart from the pressures of consumerism and to learn to be content with so much less. To that end, please join Diana in the studio and learn to make reusable beeswax wraps. These are magical and they work better than anyone could imagine. They’re affordable to make, easy to store, and they last for many, many years.

Group size: 6; suitable for humans aged 8 and up

$40 per person; supplies included

Join Diana in the workshop to experience the process of candle-making. You will learn about the materials needed to set yourself up for success and the best practices around making your own beeswax candles at home. Beeswax has the lowest melting point of all candle waxes, which means they burn longer than most others. They don’t require added fragrance and they’re completely natural. BUT, as is often a claim on websites near and far, beeswax does not, in fact, clean the air around you…I’m glad to have chemists as friends:) We’ll talk more about this during the workshop!

Beeswax is a magical substance and one that immediately warms the soul- it’s gentle, natural scent and its many uses provide an abundance of projects for use around your home or homestead.

Our goal is to use only what we need during the process, and we will discuss ways to limit waste and reuse every bit of the leftovers. A simple, thoughtful life is what we’re striving toward in 2022. Please join us for this fun, interactive workshop and fall in love with beeswax. Take home what you make!

Class size limited to 6; ages 12 and up

Day 3 of our Winter camp session will focus on handmade gifts and is suited for children ages 7-13. Using leatherwork techniques and beautiful metal, glass and fiber materials, we will learn basic jewelry-making suitable for gift-giving.

Participants will learn to use jewelry-making tools and practice creating designs of their choosing with guidance from Diana, and her seven-year-old son, who has become quite skilled at leatherwork in recent months.

$95 per child

Group size: 6

Join us in the studio for Day 2 of Winter Break camp for elementary aged children! In today’s camp, we will explore food-related holiday traditions from around the world. We will prepare sufganiyot, spiced hot chocolate from Peru, and make homemade candy canes while learning about how other cultures celebrate holidays through the common language of food during this time of year! And, of course, we will decorate some traditional sugar cookies.

Food safety and decorating techniques emphasized in this fun workshop!

$75 per child

Group size: 7

Join us in the studio for Day 1 of Winter Break camp for elementary aged children! We will enjoy a relaxed pace while we learn the art of felting as we create ornaments for our tree and learn to make sustainable, hand-printed gift wrap, cards, and fabric note tags. Our focus will be on sustainability with a festive spirit.

$75 per child

Join us for a mini workshop on making one of our favorite holiday treats- candy canes!

This is a quick, fun, hands-on event for people ages 7 and up.

$20 per person

Learn how to make beautiful, sustainable fabric gift wrap that can be used for many years to come in this short, fun workshop on the farm.

We will navigate through printing and stenciling on fabric and paper as well as wrapping techniques to make a beautiful presentation. You will take home what you make during class!

Ages 12 and up unless accompanied by an adult.

$40 per person

Join us for a mini workshop on making one of our favorite holiday treats- candy canes!

This is a quick, fun, hands-on event for people ages 7 and up.

$20 per person

Join us for a mini workshop on making one of our favorite holiday treats- candy canes!

This is a quick, fun, hands-on event for people ages 7 and up.

$20 per person

Join Diana for an introduction to the world of knitting. We will meet as a small group and learn the foundational skills for a truly meditative art form. We will begin with history and tools, and then work our way through casting on, knitting stitches, add casting off. Diana will walk you through the details in a judgement-free, nurturing environment. We will work in our open-air studio, overlooking our farm and sweet rescues.

Ages 12 and up or 8+ if accompanied by an adult.

$75 per person; includes knitting needles and a skein of yarn to take home.

Have you taken a dye class with us? If so, this studio session is for you! You may come out to the farm with prepared natural fiber goods for dyeing. Diana will set up an indigo vat station from 2-4 PM, and she will be on site to answer questions, as needed.

The fee is $35 per hour with additional time being charged in 30-minute increments. To hold a space, please complete the enrollment below and pay the first hour’s fee.

Please email Diana at hello@sowandsewfarm.com to share what items you plan to bring prior to the day’s event.

Join Diana and Lennox in the studio for a fun, Earth-conscious workshop on mending, up-cycling, and breathing new life into worn out and tired clothing.

This workshop is a fantastic way to explore and appreciate the concept of a non-disposable society. If we can teach children early that we must take care of what we have, and that there are fun and creative ways of bringing new life into the things we once loved, then perhaps we will make a positive impact on their future.

You are encouraged to bring worn out jeans, and/or clothing that you need to fix or make new again.

Suitable for anyone who is interested in reducing their carbon footprint one garment at a time.

$55 per person

6 person maximum

Join Diana and Lennox in the studio for a fun, Earth-conscious workshop on mending, up-cycling, and breathing new life into worn out, ill-fitting, or tired clothing.

This workshop is a fantastic way for your child to explore and appreciate the concept of a non-disposable society. If we can teach children early that we must take care of what we have, and that there are fun and creative ways of bringing new life into the things we once loved.

Kids are encouraged to bring worn out jeans, and/or clothing they need to fix or make new again.

Suitable for young people ages 6-12.

$55 per person

6 person maximum

Join Diana and Lennox (7 years) in the studio for an intro to sewing workshop! We will go over the basics of hand- and machine-stitching as we build foundational sewing skills together.

Participants will learn basic hand-stitches, how to put pieces of cloth together, prep fabric for sewing on a machine, and they’ll complete a simple pillow or pin cushion as their final project.

Future classes are structured to build on the skills learned in this introductory workshop, and they can be tailored to students’ interests.

Ages 7-12.

Max seats: 5

$50 per child; materials included

Join Diana for an introduction to the world of knitting. We will meet as a small group and learn the foundational skills for a truly meditative art form. We will begin with history and tools, and then work our way through casting on, knitting stitches, add casting off. Diana will walk you through the details in a judgement-free, nurturing environment. We will work in our open-air studio, overlooking our farm and sweet rescues.

Ages 12 and up or 8+ if accompanied by an adult.

$75 per person; includes knitting needles and a skein of yarn to take home.

Join us on the farm for a mini workshop where you will create several spooky decorations to enjoy as Halloween approaches.

Participants will learn to make a necklace, a garland, and a painted fall decoration of their choice to take home and enjoy.

Ages 6-12.

Max seats: 10

$30 per child; materials included