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2025/2026 Studio Workshops

Here’s the 2025–2026 workshop lineup for Aya Fiber Studio in Stuart, Florida—an inviting mix of inspiring, hands-on experiences in dyeing, surface design, stitching, and more! For our North Carolina Blue in the Mountains Summer Retreats- click the link below ( summer 2027 will be released Jan 1, 2026)

North Carolina Blue in the Mountains Workshops

Fiberart Workshops

  • Close-up of blue and white shibori patterns.

    INTRO TO SHIBORI and INDIGO - September 16, 2025 STUART FL

    Learn Shibori & Indigo fabric dyeing in Stuart, FL. Beginner-friendly class teaching Japanese resist techniques and indigo dye traditions.

  • Close-up of discharged black fabric with shibori pattern

    Discharge -Removing Color with Suzanne Connors

    Thu, Sep 25, 2025, 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM

    Learn fabric discharge techniques—remove color with Shibori, tie-dye, stamping, or stenciling. Work on silk scarves and fabric, with options to bring a black shirt. Materials fee

  • A collage of nine fabric pieces with various blue and white tie-dye patterns.

    INTRO TO SHIBORI and INDIGO with Suzanne Connors

    October 1, 2025

    Join our Intro to Shibori & Indigo Workshop in Stuart, FL. Explore the art of Shibori with indigo—learn folding, clamping, twisting, and tying techniques while making an indigo vat and dyeing fabrics in layered shades of blue.

  • A detailed drawing of a ginkgo leaf with visible veins and irregular edges, rendered in shades of brown on a light background.

    Kakishibu Persimmon Tannin and Indigo Discharge: Shibori and Direct Application with Ana Lisa Hedstrom- Oct 6-8, 2025

    Hands-on workshop with Ana Lisa Hedstrom. Learn Shibori, indigo discharge, and Kakishibu persimmon tannin techniques for unique fiberart.

  • A fabric piece with pressed leaves and seed pods arranged in a pattern on a white surface.

    INTRO TO ECO-PRINT- October 20, 2025

    Discover the art of eco-printing in our introductory workshop at Aya Fiber Studio. Learn to create stunning plant-based prints on fabric using natural dyes and sustainable techniques."

  • Close-up of a fabric with a painted astronaut helmet, purple background, and abstract designs.

    3 DAY BOTANICAL PRINT WORKSHOP- October 21-23, 2025

    Join our 3-day Botanical Print Workshop at Aya Fiber Studio and explore eco-printing, natural dyes, and creative fiber techniques. Perfect for artists and fiber enthusiasts!"

  • Collection of nine fabric or textile pieces featuring various blue and white tie-dye and patterned designs with geometric and floral motifs.

    INTRO TO SHIBORI and INDIGO- October 27, 2025

    Discover the art of Shibori & Indigo dyeing. Hands-on workshop in Florida where beginners explore fabric folding, binding, and dyeing traditions.

  • Four small fabric squares with decorative white and blue stitched patterns on a wooden surface.

    Mindful Stitches: Sashiko in a Day November 4, 2025

    Spend a day exploring traditional Japanese Sashiko stitching and craft your own unique set of coasters while enjoying a mindful, creative experience.

  • Stacked woven placemats in beige and dark blue colors on a wooden surface

    Creative Flow- Handweaving November 6, 2025

    Weave, loop, and unwind! Join Suzanne Connors to learn handweaving basics and create a 10×10 inch piece. Mindful, hands-on fun.

  • A collage of abstract paintings featuring various textures, colors, and patterns, including black and white scribbles, vibrant swirls, splatters of blue, green, and red, and layered brushstrokes.

    Adventures in Gelatin Plate Printing with Kevin Womack

    Thu, Dec 4, 2025, 9:00 AM EST – Sat, Dec 6, 2025, 4:00 PM EST

    Explore the playful world of mono-printing on fabric with Gelli™ and gelatin plates—create unique, layered prints using color, texture, and found objects in this fun, hands-on workshop.

  • Collage of blue and white fabrics, textiles, and clothing items, including a sleeveless dress, scarves, and tie-dyed patterns, with text 'SHIBORI with Suzanne Connors'.

    INTRO TO SHIBORI and INDIGO

    Mon, Dec 8, 2025, 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM

    Explore the art of Shibori with indigo—learn folding, clamping, twisting, and tying techniques while making a chemical indigo vat and dyeing fabrics in layered shades of blue.

  • Close-up of a drawstring bag made from patchwork fabric with various blue and beige strips and stitched details, placed on a dark surface inside a room with windows in the background.

    Komebukuro: Crafting a Cultural Keepsake- December 9, 2025

    Learn to sew a traditional Japanese Komebukuro bag in our Florida workshop. Create a cultural keepsake with fabric, stitching, and history.

  • Wine, Weave and Weft

    December 11, 2025

    6:30- 9:30 pm

    A creative evening of color, craft, and connection!

    Enjoy an evening of wine, weaving, and connection! Learn beginner-friendly handweaving on loop looms to create a colorful potholder—a nostalgic craft with a modern twist.

  • A multicolored, striped jacket with a zipper, displayed on a black mannequin against a dark background.

    Depth and Mystery in Shibori with Doshi

    Mon, Jan 5, 2026, 9:00 AM – Thu, Jan 8, 2026, 4:00 PM

    Explore Shibori, where chance and material guide the dyeing process. Learn resist techniques, layering, discharge, and acid dyeing on silk to create rich, textured, and vibrant fabrics.

  • Close-up of a stained glass art piece depicting a leaf, sun, and border with red beads and textured patterns.

    Gold Leaf Variations with Lisa Binkley

    Mon, Jan 12, 2026, 9:00 am – Wed, Jan 14, 2026, 4:00 pm

    The Colorful Chemistry of Plants: A Botanical Printing Workshop—Bring a favorite plant to life and explore its beauty on fabric in this hands-on, creative immersion.

  • Collage of various blue and white textile patterns and garments, with the text 'SHIBORI with Suzanne Connors' in the center.

    Intro to Shibori and Indigo with Suzanne Connors

    January 19, 2026

    Explore the art of Shibori with indigo—learn folding, clamping, twisting, and tying techniques while making an indigo vat and dyeing fabrics in layered shades of blue.

  • A crumpled, white paper egg wrapped with beige twine.

    Visual Haiku with Flax Fiber Collage with Jacqueline Mallegni

    Wed, Jan 21, 2026, 9:00 AM – Fri, Jan 23, 2026, 4:00 PM

    Explore Wabi-Sabi through flax roving and natural materials, creating collages and visual haiku. Experiment with texture, mark-making, and materiality to express place and self creatively.

  • Abstract mixed media artwork featuring various geometric shapes such as rectangles, squares, ovals, and circles on a dark background. The shapes are filled with vibrant colors and patterns, with stitches and scribbles outlining and decorating them.

    Develop a Personal Artistic Vocabulary on Paper with Claudia Lee

    January 26-30, 2026

    Develop your personal design vocabulary through surface design techniques—wax resist, mono-printing, collage, stitching, mark-making, and more—to build a unique, expressive body of work.

  • Colorful, patchwork fabric basket with visible stitches and mixed fabric patterns.

    Sculptural Stitching with Sue Stover

    Feb 2-6, 2026

    Explore stitching as sculpture—blend traditional and nontraditional hand stitching with 3D forms, historical context, and contemporary inspiration to expand creative possibilities in your work.

  • Collage of six textile art pieces with various colors and textures, including layered fabric, paper, and stitched details. A promotional text overlay invites viewers to an art event featuring Jiyoung Chung, March 2-6, 2026, in Stuart, FL.

    Beyond Joomchi with Jiyoung Chung

    March 2-6, 2026

    The Art of Joomchi: Korean Handmade Paper with Soul

    Discover the ancient magic of Joomchi, a centuries-old Korean technique that transforms humble paper into richly textured, leather-like works of art—using nothing but water, motion, and your own two hands.

  • Four textile samples featuring Shibori Indigo dye patterns in various colors and designs, displayed on a panel for an exhibition titled 'Interaction! Shibori Indigo Over Color' held February 9-13, 2026.

    Interaction! Shibori Indigo Over Color with Carol Anne Grotrian

    Mon, Feb 9, 2026, 9:00 AM – Fri, Feb 13, 2026, 4:00 PM

    Experience dyeing with indigo over color—learn Shibori techniques, fiber-reactive mixing, and collaborative overdyeing to create unique, vibrant fabrics with dynamic color effects.

  • Close-up of fabric with a blue and white floral pattern featuring intricate circular designs and floral motifs.

    KATAZOME- Japanese Paste Resist with Suzanne Connors- February 16-20, 2026

    Explore the traditional Japanese art of Katazome with Suzanne Connors. Learn paste-resist techniques to create intricate, hand-printed designs on fabric in this hands-on workshop."

  • Colorful, abstract map of a city with streets, buildings, and green spaces.

    Light and Lacey- Mixed Media Fiber Art Collage with Valerie Goodwin

    Feb 24, 2026 – Feb 26, 2026

    Cut, Layer, and Collage: Exploring Fabric and Form
    Create beautiful collages using map motifs, florals, or geometric patterns with both opaque and sheer fabrics.
    Discover the precision of the
    Silhouette Cameo electronic cutter as you design intricately cut surfaces full of detail and depth. You’ll also have the opportunity to experiment with laser-cut elements provided by the instructor — adding texture and dimension to your fabric compositions.

  • Close-up of a wall made of stacked and tied cardboard pieces, with black spray paint markings.

    Patterning The Pattern with Amy Nguyen

    Mon, Mar 9, 2026, 9:00 AM  – Fri, Mar 13, 2026, 4:00 PM

    Explore surface design and stitching to create textiles for body or home—experiment with natural and synthetic dyes, pattern, color, texture, and sewing techniques in this hands-on workshop.

  • A promotional poster for Anne Covell's Japanese Papermaking & Bookbinding Intensive workshop from March 17-19, 2026, featuring images of Japanese paper samples, tools, and handmade notebooks.

    JAPANESE PAPERMAKING AND BOOK BINDING INTENSIVE with Anne Covell

    Tue, Mar 17, 2026, 9:00 AM – Thu, Mar 19, 2026, 4:00 PM

    Learn Japanese papermaking, natural dyeing, and hand bookbinding in this intensive workshop—create hand-bound books and hand-dyed papers while exploring traditional techniques and aesthetics.

  • Close-up of a blue and white tie-dye fabric pattern with circular ripple design.

    Intro to Shibori and Indigo with Suzanne Connors

    March 23, 2026

    Explore the art of Shibori with indigo—learn folding, clamping, twisting, and tying techniques while making an indigo vat and dyeing fabrics in layered shades of blue.

  • Printed color test sheet with various patterns and colors including red, green, blue, and black.

    Creative Approaches to Surface Design on Fabric with Jeanne Brady

    Tuesday Mar 24, 2026, 9:00 AM - Thu, Mar 26, 2026, 4:00 PM

    Fearlessly explore fabric printing—screen, mono, resist, texture, and color overlay—using transparent, water-based pigments. Learn techniques, leave with surfaced fabrics, skills, and creative confidence.

  • A collage of abstract artwork in various colors and textures, with a beige section containing text about an art event titled "Mixed Media Encaustic: Monoprinting, Work on Paper and the Book" with Lorraine Glessner, scheduled for April 6-10, 2026, in Stuart, Florida.

    Mixed Media Encaustic: Mono-Printing, Work on Paper and the Book with Lorraine Glessner

    Mon, Apr 6, 2026, 9:00 AM – Fri, Apr 10, 2026, 4:00 PM

    Explore encaustic mono-printing with journaling, mapping, and mark-making—layer memory and narrative using wax, suminagashi, graphite, pyrography, and stitch, finishing with unique handmade book forms.

  • Close-up of a fabric with a colorful, abstract leaf pattern in shades of orange, yellow, green, and teal, with detailed textured and vein-like designs.

    Surface Design with Betty Busby

    Mon, Apr 13, 2026, 9:00 AM– Fri, Apr 17, 2026, 4:00 PM

    Discover fresh fabric techniques in this class—learn transfer printing with non-toxic dyes, creating unique designs on synthetics using heat, collage, and paper-based compositions.

  • A person operating a digital cutting machine with a smartphone and a grid stencil on a white desk.

    Unlock the Magic of Cameo Silhouette with Kim Borowy

    Sat, Apr 18, 2026, 9:00 AM  – Mon, Apr 20, 2026, 4:00 PM

    Cameo Silhouette & Procreate empower textile artists to design, edit, and cut precise vector graphics—perfect for quilts, custom textiles, and creative fabric-based projects.

  • Painting of a tree with sparse leaves, rocky ground, and a pink and purple sky during sunset or sunrise.

    Dye Paint your Images / Bring them to life with quilting with Hollis Chatelain

    Wed, Apr 22, 2026, 9:00 AM – Fri, Apr 24, 2026, 4:00 PM

    Learn to paint with Procion dyes on cotton—master blending, layering, and effects—then enhance your painted fabric with quilting lines that add depth, texture, and dimension.

  • Abstract painting with white floral shapes, blue and gray splatters, and a yellowish-brown background.

    Wet Cyanotype with Suzanne Moseley

    Mon, Apr 27, 2026, 9:00 AM  – Fri, May 1, 2026, 4:00 PM

    Explore wet cyanotype—an experimental form of sun printing using kitchen chemistry. Learn traditional and wet techniques, plus bleaching, toning, and layering with nature-inspired imagery. No experience needed!

  • A row of colorful, patterned scarves hanging on a rack, featuring various floral and abstract designs in shades of pink, yellow, black, white, blue, and beige.

    INTRO TO ECO-PRINT

    Mon, May 4, 2026, 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM

    Discover eco-printing in this hands-on workshop—learn to transform leaves, bark, and blossoms into vibrant, detailed prints on silk and wool using nature, heat, and steam.

  • Collection of pressed leaves and small rocks on a dark surface

    3 DAY BOTANICAL PRINT WORKSHOP


    Tue, May 5, 2026, 10:00 AM – Thu, May 7, 2026, 4:00 PM

    Explore eco-printing and botanical dyeing—create stunning natural fiber prints and colored backgrounds using plants, natural dyes, and mordants in this hands-on, creative workshop.

  • A colorful patchwork quilt with various patterned fabric squares, edged with fabric corner protectors in red and blue.

    Kawandi with Sujata Shah

    May 11-15, 2026

    Discover Kawandi, a hand-stitched quilt tradition of the African Diaspora in India. Learn spontaneous scrap selection, mindful stitching, design elements, and cultural history in this five-day retreat.

  • Large reclining Buddha statue with numerous smaller statues and pillars in the foreground, text overlay reads 'Adventure Awaits May 10-25, 2027'.

    Japan Textile Journeys

    5/10/2027- 5/25/2027

    Japan Textile Journeys- South

    Discover the art of Japan through hands-on workshops, artisan guidance, and cultural immersion.

    Southern Japan: Fukuoka, Tokushima, Kyushu — coastal traditions, weaving, and regional textile techniques.

    Create with your hands, connect with local artisans, and bring home a piece of Japan’s rich textile heritage.

  • Multiple red torii gates lining a stone pathway at a Japanese shrine, surrounded by green foliage.

    Japan Textile Journeys

    Japan Textile Journeys North

    Discover the art of Japan through hands-on workshops, artisan guidance, and cultural immersion.

    Northern Japan: Kyoto, Kanazawa, Takayama — indigo dyeing, sashiko, katazome, and historic craft towns.

    Create with your hands, connect with local artisans, and bring home a piece of Japan’s rich textile heritage.

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“Creativity is inventing, experimenting, growing, taking risks, breaking rules, making mistakes, and having fun.” — Mary Lou Cook