Oklahoma Contemporary
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Fiber Arts

Oklahoma Contemporary offers the very best in fiber arts classes, workshops and opportunities for independent exploration. Located in The Studios building, the Fiber Art Studio features many floor and frame looms, as well as materials and equipment for dyeing. Fiber Arts instructors also offer courses in embroidery, sewing and other creative and contemporary applications of fiber traditions.

Learn more about the instructors' backgrounds and teaching approaches here.

Questions about a multi-week class? Browse the Studio School syllabi for more details on class topics, projects and required materials and supplies. Tuition for multi-week courses does not include materials. When signing up for a class, all students agree to abide by the policies set forth in the Student Handbook.


SPRING SESSION
Eight-week classes | March 27-May 21
Four-week classes | Session 1 | March 27-April 23
Four-week classes | Session 2 | April 24-May 21

REGISTRATION DEADLINES
Eight-week and four-week Session 1 | March 20
Four-week Session 2 | April 20


Interested in more than just Fiber Art? See all classes and workshops here.

Eight-Week Class | Sewing Fundamentals - Monday

  • Date 6-9 p.m., Mondays, March 27-May 15
  • Cost $265
  • Location Main Building | In Honor of Bryan and Kendall Hall Studio Two
  • Instructor / Presenter Amber Layne
  • Age Requirements 16+
  • Contact studioschool@okcontemp.org
Close up image of black and white fabric being passed through a sewing machine

Sold Out! Please join the waitlist.
This class is designed for those new to sewing, those who haven’t sewn in a while, those afraid of their machines, those who want to build a stronger sewing foundation or those needing a refresher on the basics of machine sewing. Instructor and artist Amber Lynn created a curriculum that is comprehensive and empowering for students. Using project-based learning, this class teaches how needles, threads, fabrics, stitches and your sewing machine work together as a team. Gain in-depth knowledge about your sewing machine while mastering the fundamentals of sewing through fun and useful projects.

An instructor-provided materials kit ($56.25) must be purchased on the first day. Students must provide their own working, preferably recently serviced, sewing machine to each meeting.

Course syllabus available Feb. 24

If you don’t have a sewing machine, you can rent one through Studio School. Daily rentals are $12. Four-week rentals are $40 and eight-week rentals are $80.

Open Studio time is included with registration. Open Studio allows currently enrolled students to work on their projects in Oklahoma Contemporary’s studios outside of class meetings. Availability varies weekly, and times are posted outside each studio.

Eight-Week Class | Sewing Fundamentals - Tuesday

  • Date 10:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m., Tuesdays, March 28-May 16
  • Cost $265
  • Location The Studios | Josie Eresch Fibers Studio
  • Instructor / Presenter Amber Layne
  • Age Requirements 16+
  • Contact studioschool@okcontemp.org
Close up image of black and white fabric being passed through a sewing machine

Sold out! Please see the other times this course is being offered or sign up for our waitlist here.

This class is designed for those new to sewing, those who haven’t sewn in a while, those afraid of their machines, those who want to build a stronger sewing foundation or those needing a refresher on the basics of machine sewing. Instructor and artist Amber Lynn created a curriculum that is comprehensive and empowering for students. Using project-based learning, this class teaches how needles, threads, fabrics, stitches and your sewing machine work together as a team. Gain in-depth knowledge about your sewing machine while mastering the fundamentals of sewing through fun and useful projects.

An instructor-provided materials kit ($56.25) must be purchased on the first day. Students must provide their own working, preferably recently serviced, sewing machine to each meeting.

If you don’t have a sewing machine, you can rent one through Studio School. Daily rentals are $12. Four-week rentals are $40 and eight-week rentals are $80.

Course syllabus and materials list will be available Feb 24.

Open Studio time is included with registration. Open Studio allows currently enrolled students to work on their projects in Oklahoma Contemporary’s studios outside of class meetings. Availability varies weekly, and times are posted outside each studio.

Eight-Week Class | Sewing Fundamentals - Thursday

  • Date 6-9 p.m., Thursdays, March 30-May 18
  • Cost $265
  • Location Main Building | Mary L. Clements Studio One
  • Instructor / Presenter Amber Layne
  • Age Requirements 16+
  • Contact studioschool@okcontemp.org
Close up image of black and white fabric being passed through a sewing machine

This class is designed for those new to sewing, those who haven’t sewn in a while, those afraid of their machines, those who want to build a stronger sewing foundation or those needing a refresher on the basics of machine sewing. Instructor and artist Amber Lynn created a curriculum that is comprehensive and empowering for students. Using project-based learning, this class teaches how needles, threads, fabrics, stitches and your sewing machine work together as a team. Gain in-depth knowledge about your sewing machine while mastering the fundamentals of sewing through fun and useful projects.

An instructor-provided materials kit ($56.25) must be purchased on the first day. Students must provide their own working, preferably recently serviced, sewing machine to each meeting.

If you don’t have a sewing machine, you can rent one through Studio School. Daily rentals are $12. Four-week rentals are $40 and eight-week rentals are $80.

Course syllabus and materials list will be available Feb. 24.

Open Studio time is included with registration. Open Studio allows currently enrolled students to work on their projects in Oklahoma Contemporary’s studios outside of class meetings. Availability varies weekly, and times are posted outside each studio.

Register

Eight-Week Class | Sewing Fundamentals Expanded

  • Date 6-9 p.m., Tuesdays, March 28-May 16
  • Cost $285
  • Location The Studios | Josie Eresch Fibers Studio
  • Instructor / Presenter Amber Layne
  • Age Requirements 16+
  • Contact studioschool@okcontemp.org
Close up image of hands cutting a piece of green fabric

Prerequisite: Sewing Fundamentals
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Build on skills acquired in Sewing Fundamentals. Learn advanced sewing techniques, such as darts, ruffles, pleats and other shaping techniques, curved sewing, top stitching, lining, creating and using buttonholes, and understanding and utilizing all types of zippers and elastics.

An instructor-provided kit ($63) including materials as well as three of Amber’s favorite sewing tools, must be purchased on the first night of class. Beyond the required kit, you will need additional fabric and notions. Other required supplies: a serviced sewing machine, electric cord, foot pedal, machine manual and all tools, feet and accessories that came with your machine. Any additional needs will be discussed in class.

If you don’t have a sewing machine, you can rent one through Studio School. Daily rentals are $12. Four-week rentals are $40 and eight-week rentals are $80.

Course syllabus and materials list available Feb 24.

Open Studio time is included with registration. Open Studio allows currently enrolled students to work on their projects in Oklahoma Contemporary’s studios outside of class meetings. Availability varies weekly, and times are posted outside each studio.

Eight-Week Class | Fuss-Free Quilting

  • Date 6-9 p.m., Wednesdays, March 29-May 17
  • Cost $265
  • Location The Studios | Josie Eresch Fibers Studio
  • Instructor / Presenter Amber Layne
  • Age Requirements 16+
  • Contact studioschool@okcontemp.org
On the left, a project prepared for quilting sits on a sewing machine. On the right, a quilt block made of triangles and squares.

Students are highly encouraged, but not required, to take Sewing Fundamentals prior to this course. In this relaxed approach to quilting techniques, you’ll learn a simple quilt block pattern and the basics of machine quilt construction, from start to finish.

You must be familiar with your sewing machine and the basics of sewing prior to enrolling in this class. Required supplies: a notebook and pen for notes, a serviced sewing machine, electric cord, foot pedal, machine manual, all tools, feet and accessories that came with your machine, and a ¼” quilting/piecing foot. You will also need additional fabric and notions. All supplies will be thoroughly discussed in the first class.

If you don’t have a sewing machine, you can rent one through Studio School. Daily rentals are $12. Four-week rentals are $40, and eight-week rentals are $80.

Course syllabus and supply list available Feb. 24.

Open Studio time is included with registration. Open Studio allows currently enrolled students to work on their projects in Oklahoma Contemporary’s studios outside of class meetings. Availability varies weekly, and times are posted outside each studio.

Register

Eight-Week Class | Garment Construction

  • Date 10:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m., Wednesdays, March 29-May 17
  • Cost $285
  • Location The Studios | Josie Eresch Fibers Studio
  • Instructor / Presenter Amber Layne
  • Age Requirements 16+
  • Contact studioschool@okcontemp.org
Hands using a ruler and pen to mark fabric for cutting

Prerequisites: Sewing Fundamentals, Sewing Fundamentals Expanded

This advanced course expands the techniques taught in Sewing Fundamentals and Sewing Fundamentals Expanded. Learn the basics of taking and working with measurements and how to understand, work from and modify a simple pattern. Practice sophisticated sewing techniques while working on patterns chosen by instructor Amber Layne.

Students will purchase a course kit ($72.60) that includes a simple pattern and three of Amber’s favorite sewing tools, which aid in proper construction. Students will need some additional fabric and notions beyond what is supplied in the kit (these will be thoroughly discussed in class).

Course syllabus and materials list available Feb. 24.

Supplies required: a serviced sewing machine, electric cord, foot pedal, machine manual and all tools, feet and accessories that came with your machine.

If you don’t have a sewing machine, you can rent one through Studio School. Daily rentals are $12. Four-week rentals are $40 and eight-week rentals are $80.

Open Studio time is included with registration. Open Studio allows currently enrolled students to work on their projects in Oklahoma Contemporary’s studios outside of class meetings. Availability varies weekly, and times are posted outside each studio.

Register

Workshop | Ice Dyeing

  • Date 7-9 p.m., Friday, May 19
  • Cost $55
  • Location The Studios | Josie Eresch Fibers Studio
  • Instructor / Presenter Amy Young
  • Age Requirements 21+
  • Contact studioschool@okcontemp.org
Skeins of yarn dyed in vibrant colors

Ice dyeing is a fun technique that produces amazing, surprising results. Amy Young will teach you how to dye cotton fiber. No experience necessary.

Registration closes May 15.

If the workshop is postponed due to weather or unforeseen instructor circumstances, the rain date is May 26.

Register

Eight-Week Class | Spa Mats! Wash Cloths! Weave Cool Stuff With Sherri

  • Date 6-8:30 p.m., Thursdays, March 30-May 18
  • Cost $235
  • Location The Studios | Josie Eresch Fibers Studio
  • Instructor / Presenter Sherri Dudeck
  • Age Requirements 16+
  • Contact studioschool@okcontemp.org
SP23 Spa Mat

Stop buying sad-sack wash-clothes and depressed bath mats. Learn to weave your own! Work with fiber artist Sherri Dudeck to learn the fundamentals of floor loom weaving. Have the exclusive use of a loom for the duration of the class while learning basic weave patterns and loom set-up. This class is small and ensures that you’ll receive lots of personal attention. No experience necessary.

Weaving is better than you think.

Are you an intermediate weaver? Join our class and work independently on your own projects.

Syllabus and materials list available Feb. 24.

Open Studio time is included with registration. Open Studio allows currently enrolled students to work on their projects in Oklahoma Contemporary’s studios outside of class meetings. Availability varies weekly and times are posted outside each studio.

Eight-Week Class | Throw It In The Bag with Amy and Iman

  • Date 10 a.m.-1 p.m., Sundays, April 2-June 4
  • Cost $225
  • Location The Studios | Josie Eresch Fibers Studio
  • Instructor / Presenter Amy Young and Iman Knox
  • Age Requirements 16+
  • Contact studioschool@okcontemp.org
SP23 Bag

No class on Easter Sunday, April 9 and on May 28.

Artist Amy Young and fashion dynamo Iman Knox of House of Northbrook are teaming up to teach you how to weave and sew a custom shoulder bag. Amy will teach you how to weave, and Iman will show you how to take your woven fabric and create a shoulder bag. No weaving or sewing experience necessary—just throw it in the bag, uh huh!

Course syllabus and materials list available Feb. 24.

If you don’t have a sewing machine, you can rent one through Studio School. Daily rentals are $12. Four-week rentals are $40 and eight-week rentals are $80.

Open Studio time is included with registration. Open Studio allows currently enrolled students to work on their projects in Oklahoma Contemporary’s studios outside of class meetings. Availability varies weekly and times are posted outside each studio.

Eight-Week Class | Knit Your Feelings

  • Date 6-8:30 p.m., Mondays, March 27-May 15
  • Cost $225
  • Location The Studios | Josie Eresch Fibers Studio
  • Instructor / Presenter Kendall Ross
  • Age Requirements 18+
  • Contact studioschool@okcontemp.org
SP23 Knit Feel3

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Instead of Drinking Your Feelings, or Avoiding Your Feelings, Kendall Ross of I’d Knit That fame will teach you how to translate your feels into knits. This class is perfect for never knitters and expert knitters, those who feel all the feels, and those who have Bigfoot emotions: rumored and discussed on Reddit, but never actually experienced or seen.

No matter how you feel (or knit), you’re welcome here.

Syllabus and materials list available Feb 24.

Open Studio time is included with registration. Open Studio allows currently enrolled students to work on their projects in Oklahoma Contemporary’s studios outside of class meetings. Availability varies weekly and times are posted outside each studio.

Hours

Monday 11 a.m. - 6 p.m.

Closed Tuesday

Wednesday 11 a.m. - 6 p.m.

Thursday 11 a.m. - 9 p.m.

Friday - Sunday 11 a.m. - 6 p.m.

see additional holidays

Location

Visit us at 11 NW 11th St.
Oklahoma City, OK 73103
Phone: 405 951 0000
Fax: 405 951 0003
info@okcontemp.org

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Oklahoma Contemporary
P.O. Box 3062
Oklahoma City, OK 73101

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