Fiber Arts & Sewing

Instructors: Dueling Needles Designs 

New to knitting? This class is the perfect place to start! You'll learn the basics — casting on, the knit stitch, and binding off — while making a simple, useful cotton dishcloth from start to finish using straight needles. By the end of class, you'll have a finished dishcloth and the foundational skills to keep knitting on your own. No experience necessary — just come ready to learn at your own pace in a relaxed, supportive setting.  

Dueling Needles Designs is the passion project of two sisters, Kate & Tricia, who love to craft and want to spread that joy to others. They teach classes all around the Ozarks in lots of fun places! Find them at www.duelingneedlesdesigns.com.

Day of the week: Thursday 

Date: November 12 

Time: 6:00 – 8:30 pm 

Cost: $35 (supplies provided) 

Instructor: Dawn Ward 

Learn the basics of this wonderful art form and create your own small weaving to take home. Working with wool fiber and yarn, participants will learn to warp the loom, make basic stitches and finish the weaving for hanging. All materials will be provided. 

Dawn is a professional artist and has been teaching studio courses for over 25 years at art schools and universities across the country. She is a fiber artist, sculptor and photographer who creates and sells her work in and around Eureka Springs, Arkansas. 

Day of the week: Saturday 

Date: September 19 

Time: 10:00 am – 3:30 pm 

Cost: $55 (supplies included) 

Instructor: Genie Allen 

Would you love to start quilting but don't have a lot of time, space, or money? Then you’ll love this “quilt as you go” method of creating small portable quilt blocks! This fun and easy way of quilting by hand is perfect for the busy crafter or sewist and a great way to use up your favorite scraps. Some hand-sewing experience is helpful, but not required. All materials included. You may bring a favorite piece of fabric, if you like. 

Genie is a creative arts instructor, tutor, and Community Education Coordinator at UA Northark. She has taught science, art, and ESL and studied costume design and art history. She loves learning new art skills and teaching others how to sew. 

Day of the week: Monday 

Dates: October 12 

Time: 5:00 – 7:30 pm 

Cost: $45 (supplies provided) 

Instructor: Genie Allen 

Have a sewing machine but not super comfortable using it? Develop confidence in your machine sewing skills in this beginner class for adults. Class size is limited, and beginners are welcome! All sewing supplies will be provided. You will need to bring your own sewing machine to class. 

Genie is a creative arts instructor, tutor, and Community Education Coordinator at UA Northark. She has taught science, art, and ESL and studied costume design and art history. She loves learning new art skills and teaching others how to sew. 

Day of the week: Saturday 

Date: November 21 

Time: 10:00 am – 3:00 pm  

Cost: $60 (supplies provided) 

Instructor: Genie Allen 

Is your child ready to start sewing? They can learn to use a sewing machine with confidence in this basic sewing skills class. For children and teens ages 8-18. Class size is limited, and beginners are welcome! All sewing supplies will be provided. Students will need to bring their own sewing machines & a packed lunch. 

Genie is a creative arts instructor, tutor, and Community Education Coordinator at UA Northark. She has taught science, art, and ESL and studied costume design and art history. She loves learning new art skills and teaching others how to sew. 

Day of the week: Saturday 

Dates: October 24 

Time: 10:00 am – 3:00 pm  

Cost: $60 (supplies provided) 

Instructors: Dueling Needles Designs 

Come join us for a fun, beginner-friendly macramé class where you'll create your very own crescent moon wind chime! No experience needed — we'll guide you through every step. Whether you're a total beginner or a seasoned crafter, this class is the perfect way to get creative, connect with great people, and walk away with a one-of-a-kind treasure. The materials provided include a gorgeous crystal, two feathers, two bells, and all the cord you'll need. 

Dueling Needles Designs is the passion project of two sisters, Kate & Tricia, who love to craft and want to spread that joy to others. They teach classes all around the Ozarks in lots of fun places! Find them at www.duelingneedlesdesigns.com.

Day of the week: Thursday 

Date: October 1 

Time: 6:00 – 8:30 pm 

Cost: $45 (supplies provided) 

Instructor: Dawn Ward 

Make your own mushroom pin cushion and small ornament while learning some basic needle felting and finishing techniques. Students will learn to create and finish two felted mushroom forms to create their own pin cushion and ornament to take home. All materials are included. 

Dawn is a professional artist and has been teaching studio courses for over 25 years at art schools and universities across the country. She is a fiber artist, sculptor and photographer who creates and sells her work in and around Eureka Springs, Arkansas. 

Day of the week: Saturday 

Date: December 5 

Time: 10:00 am – 3:00 pm 

Cost: $55 (supplies included) 

Instructors: Dueling Needles Designs 

Get in the autumn spirit with this fun, beginner-friendly cross stitch class! Choose from three adorable designs — a "Fall Vibes" pumpkin truck, a spooky "Hocus Pocus" black cat and moon, or a playful "Happy Halloween" ghost and pumpkin — and stitch your own 8”x 8" piece to take home. Learn the essentials of cross stitch: reading a pattern, threading your needle, making even stitches, and finishing your piece for display. This class is a great way to make a piece of fall decor you'll love. All supplies provided – just bring yourself and a friend! 

Dueling Needles Designs is the passion project of two sisters, Kate & Tricia, who love to craft and want to spread that joy to others. They teach classes all around the Ozarks in lots of fun places! Find them at www.duelingneedlesdesigns.com.

Day of the week: Thursday 

Date: October 29 

Time: 6:00 – 8:30 pm 

Cost: $35 (supplies provided)