Craft Academy

06/23/2024

The category is PANTS. Check out our students in Tanzania’s completed pants projects! They put me on this song and I love it. 🧵👖🪡

06/22/2024

Our online instructor Lindsey is finishing her series of Knitting a Sampler Cowl this coming Tuesday evening at 6:30 pm CST on our YouTube Live! Join her live or watch the replay to learn each stitch on your own time. Part one is up now!

06/20/2024

🚨🚨🚨FIRST PROJECT ALERT! The students of Turnbull Tech in Tanzania learned the basics of these simple, one-size-fits-all pants. 🪡🪡🧵This demonstration served to increase the amount of techniques they know and show them how to make a wearable garment fast to earn money efficiently.
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06/04/2024

Craft Academy is thrilled to present a series of engaging and educational webinars designed to bring the joy of arts and crafts to everyone. From knitting to sewing, our expert-led sessions are perfect for both beginners and experienced crafters. Join us online and discover new skills, meet fellow enthusiasts, and create something beautiful!

Webinar Schedule
1. Beginners Knitting Webinar

When: Tuesday Evenings, Biweekly at 6:00 PM CST
Where: YouTube Live
Instructor: Lindsey Bishop-Gutierrez
Details: Dive into the basics of knitting with Lindsey Bishop-Gutierrez. This biweekly series will cover essential techniques, allowing you to create your first knitting project with confidence.
More Info: CraftAcademy.org

2. Learn to Knit Virtual Program

When:
Part 1: Monday, June 3, 6:30 PM - 8:00 PM
Part 2: Monday, June 17, 6:30 PM - 8:00 PM
Where: St. Louis County Library Virtual Program
Details: Join our comprehensive knitting program designed for adults. This two-part series is perfect for anyone looking to start their knitting journey or refine their skills.
Registration Required: Visit the St. Louis County Library Website for more details.

3. Sewing Skills Clinic

When: Biweekly on Thursdays starting June 13 at 6:30 PM
Where: YouTube Live
Instructor: Bethany
Details: Enhance your sewing skills with Bethany’s expert guidance. This clinic covers a range of advanced techniques including pockets, zippers, collars, sleeves, and more. Perfect for those looking to take their sewing to the next level.
More Info: CraftAcademy.org

Craft Academy is dedicated to making arts education accessible to everyone. Join us in celebrating creativity and expanding your artistic horizons. We look forward to seeing you at our free webinars!
For more information, email me at [email protected]

06/01/2024

🚨🚨🚨SEWING SKILLS CLINIC HAS GONE VIRTUAL!

Excuse me for yelling, but I am so excited about this webinar series led by Bethany! I ran this class in person and everyone loved it and more importantly learned a lot from it.

The first webinar will be June 13th at 6:30 pm CST on YouTube Live. It is a short webinar at 30 minutes and it includes time for questions and active practice. All you need is 1/4 yard of 100% cotton and your regular sewing supplies!

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05/30/2024

This program has been a crowd favorite with SLCL. Join us to learn knitting from the very basics. Make sure you sign up for free with your library card.

Learn basic knitting techniques such as holding the needles and yarn, making knit and purl stitches, creating swatches, and reading patterns. Presented by Craft Academy. Sign up for this virtual series at https://ow.ly/2sx750RZ0iM.

05/20/2024

Our free Knitting Webinar is happening this Tuesday evening on Youtube Live!

We are so excited to start these knitting webinars for beginners and intermediate knitter to in increase their knowledge, practice skills and perfect new techniques.

✨🧶 Join us to MAKE TIME for your new hobby ✨🧶

05/10/2024

Todays going to be a good day!

We are teaching the last installment of our toddler sewing class with the art museum! 🥹 Bring the kiddos out today from 11:30-2:30 🪡🧵 We will be sewing rainbow jellyfish inspired by the drop in aquarium 🐬 also happening today!
((Send this post to a parent who may want to go🐙))

Later, I get to speak about Craft Academy to a local quilt guild!

Amazing events with amazing organizations 🙌🏾✨

04/12/2024

I want to make sure everyone knows about our upcoming Knitting Webinar for beginners! 🧶✨Check out our website under Online Lessons for more information!

Send to a budding knitter who wants to make 'Knit' Happen! Lindsey B Gootly 🧶🫶🧶

04/09/2024

Join us on the first Tuesday in May for a FREE knitting webinar with Lindsey! She is an amazing teacher and looks forward to teaching basic stitches and how to read patterns. Save this post and visit craftacademy.org for more information!

04/06/2024

You can only craft the things you think you can make. Eliminate doubts and you can make anything 🧶✨🧵🪡

04/04/2024

🧵✨ Meet Bethany and Kaytee, two expert sewing teachers behind the magic at Craft Academy! 🌟 Our team of tutors brings a wealth of knowledge, passion, and expertise to every sewing class.

Bethany is a passionate hobbyist with experience sewing in bulk, garment sewing, T-shirt quilt making, and selling at craft shows.

Kaytee is a seasoned industry professional and a graduate of . She understands the ins and outs of the fashion industry and has advanced sewing and designing skills.

Both tutors are dedicated to empowering students with the skills and confidence to create beautiful handmade creations. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced sewist, our instructors are here to guide and inspire you on your sewing journey. Join us at Craft Academy and learn from the best! 💫