Students will explore the art and nature of using plant-based materials to create vibrant, eco-friendly dyes. Over consecutive classes, participants will learn the fundamentals of scouring, mordanting, and dyeing various fibers with natural materials like turmeric, avocado pits, and cochineal. The course will include hands-on activities such as immersion dyeing, shibori resist techniques, and eco-printing, with a focus on sustainable practices and the history behind each dye source. By the end of the course, students will have a deeper understanding of natural dyes, how to apply them creatively, and how to integrate sustainable studio practices into their work.
This class is already in session. Please contact our office at conted@seattlecolleges.edu or 206-934-3705 to inquire about late registration.
Beginning Sewing
No more struggling through sewing projects; learn to sew the fun and easy way! Practice pattern reading, choosing the right fabrics and laying out fabric to create a finished piece you can be proud of. Whether you want to re-decorate your home, make crafts or clothes, we'll get you stitching in the right direction. You will sew three projects in class; fabric and patterns for each project provided by the instructor. Please bring a sewing machine in good working order, power cord, foot control, bobbins, operator's manual (if available), sharp scissors, tape measure and straight pins. This class is not open to students under the age of 18
This class is already in session. Please contact our office at conted@seattlecolleges.edu or 206-934-3705 to inquire about late registration.
Beginning Sewing
No more struggling through sewing projects; learn to sew the fun and easy way! Practice pattern reading, choosing the right fabrics and laying out fabric to create a finished piece you can be proud of. Whether you want to re-decorate your home, make crafts or clothes, we'll get you stitching in the right direction. You will sew three projects in class; fabric and patterns for each project provided by the instructor. Please bring a sewing machine in good working order, power cord, foot control, bobbins, operator's manual (if available), sharp scissors, tape measure and straight pins. This class is not open to students under the age of 18
Nov 01, 2025
to Nov 22, 2025
from 9:00 am
to 2:00 pm
(4 sessions total), Saturday
Fee: $240
Item: 40689
Students enrolled in this class are invited to participate in our Fall CE Student Art Show. Visit our Art Show page for more details.
Learn quilting basics on how to choose colors, create a quilt block, piecing techniques, sandwiching and binding a quilt. In class you will finish a quilted project with a unique design to keep or give as a gift. Embellish it and take your design to new heights! Although quilting fabrics, supplies, tools, and embellishments will be provided; please feel free to bring your own. Please bring to class your sewing machine, in good working order, power cord, foot control, bobbins, and operator's manual (if available). This class is not open to students under the age of 18.
This class is already in session. Please contact our office at conted@seattlecolleges.edu or 206-934-3705 to inquire about late registration.
Serging Made Simple
So many threads! Where do you start? We’ll cover how to thread the serger, adjust tensions and serge 2-3 projects right in class. You’ll be surprised how fast you can complete a project with this amazing machine! Project Kits and reference materials provided by Instructor. Please bring your machine in good working order, power cord, foot control, bobbins, operator's manual (if available), sharp scissors, tape measure and straight pins. This class is not open to students under the age of 18. There is a $35 cash supply fee due to the instructor at the start of class. Bring your serger to class, in good working order. Click here to see what the supply fee covers and any other items you need to bring to class.
Oct 11, 2025
to Oct 11, 2025
from 9:00 am
to 3:00 pm
(1 sessions total), Saturday
