Two Levels of Embroidery Workshops

Sometimes learning a new skill can be intimidating, but Melisa Joy Creates has created the perfect beginner embroidery kit and class to make it easy for those just starting out with this craft. In the Beginner Embroidery Workshop you’ll learn several basic embroidery stitches and techniques as you create a beautiful, modern stitch sampler. You’ll leave with a skill set that can be used on so many different objects! We’ll talk about how to choose great colors and how to modernize an age-old craft. A handy set of skills that will leave you eager to continue “drawing with thread” on whatever strikes your fancy.

WHAT: Beginner Embroidery Workshop: $65 ($40 workshop + $25 kit)
WHEN: Saturday, March 13th, 11am-1:00 pm pst
WHERE: Online via Zoom. You will receive a link a few days prior to the class.

Register now - Hurry space is limited! (Register by March 5th to get your kit in time.)

NOTE: Age minimum is 15

If you’ve already taken Melisa’s beginner class or if you’re familiar with embroidery, sign up for the March 27th Next Level Embroidery Workshop! You’ll learn over 10 new stitches that will add amazing dimension and texture to your work. We’ll get a bit more free-form and discuss creating your own compositions, choosing a color palette, and how to fix “happy accidents”. Let’s get fancy!

WHAT: Next Level Embroidery Workshop: $70 ($45 workshop + $25 kit)
WHEN: Saturday, March 27th, 11am-1:00 pm pst
WHERE: Online via Zoom. You will receive a link a few days prior to the class.

NOTE: Age minimum is 15

Register now - Hurry space is limited! (Register by March 18th to get your kit in time.)

Embroidery Workshop Recap

We’re still on a high from last week’s Embroidery Workshop! We welcomed gather maker Melisa Joy for her first workshop with us and it couldn’t have been more fun! Melisa is hilarious and a natural teacher. We had such a good time! Missed the fun? Sign up for our email list to hear when we offer it next or sign up for her next two upcoming classes: Macrame Feathers and Beginner Crochet.

Sandal Making Workshop Recap

We had such an amazing time at this past weekend’s Sandal Making Workshop! The students made custom leather sandals to feet their feet and personalities. We will be offering the class again next year so sign up for our email list to learn about it first. In the meantime enjoy these pictures of the process.

Embroidery Workshop

Join us Wednesday September 18th at 7p for our Embroidery Workshop with Melisa Joy. In this class you’ll master embroidery basics as you complete a sweet stitch sampler hoop while you learn several basic stitches. You’ll leave with a skill set that can be used on so many different objects and projects!

You will learn:

• How to transfer a printed image to fabric

• About the appropriate fabric, embroidery floss, needles and other tools that are required

• How to do a basic outlining stitch to complete your embroidered image

• How to finish & “frame” your finished piece in an embroidery hoop

You’ll leave the class with a finished hoop made by you, goodie bag with mini project, and the know-how to tackle more embroidery projects on your own! All materials needed will be provided and are included in class cost.

Materials Include: 2 hoops, pre-printed fabric, denim or cotton fabric, transfer paper, floss, needles, stitch instructions, marker/pencil, drawstring project bag, & notebook.

This two hour class also includes wine and snacks and a discount on merchandise at Dandelion Post (where our studio is located) that day!

San Francisco-based designer & fiber artist, Melisa Joy, loves connecting people through creativity. She is inspired by traveling, exploring natural beauty, and the colorful light of the west coast. After working as an Industrial Designer in Home Decor, it became increasingly important to her to ensure handmade retains its voice. She loves helping others discover a new, creative hobby. The perfect color palette, texture or “light bulb” moment make her giddy. Her DIY Embroidery kits can be found in independent shops throughout the Bay Area. 

Embroidery Workshop: $65
Wednesday September 18th: 7-9pm
gather - 421 40th St, Oakland (inside Dandelion Post)

Register now - Hurry space is limited!

Botanical Necklace Workshop

Join us Saturday August 24th, 2019 at 11am for our new Botanical Necklace Workshop with Whitney Pope of Seed and Soil. Learn how to make beautiful botanical jewelry using resin and pressed flowers. Workshop will cover instructions for working with resin, basic flower pressing/drying principles, as well as how to make a chain. Once you master the technique in this special class you’ll be able to make beautiful rings, earrings, and more at home…the possibilities are endless!

Attendee’s will make a necklace in their choice of finish, shape, and botanical; silver or gold, square or teardrop, variety of plants and flowers. 

Due to the 24 hour cure time for resin, the completed project will be shipped to attendee’s the following week.

Whitney began working with resin as a creative outlet while earning her BS in Paralegal Studies. She and her family currently live in their remodeled tiny home RV and have a fall market tour planned across the U.S.

Mimosas and light brunch snacks are provided and you’ll get a discount on merchandise in Dandelion Post, where our studio is located that day!

Botanical Necklace Workshop

Saturday August 24th, 2019 from 11a-1p

gather - 421 40th St., Oakland, CA (inside Dandelion Post)

Register now!

Candle Making Workshop

With another baby boy arriving any day now we are taking a few weeks off but wanted to let you know about our next workshop. This is one of our most popular classes and we are so excited to offer it in our new space in Oakland for the first time. Hurry and register though…it always sells out!

Join us Thursday August 15th, 2019 at 7pm for a special candle making workshop with Hyunny of Lighten Up Shoppe. Hyunny will demonstrate how to make your very own candles teaching you the process from beginning to end. You'll go home with at least two candles mixed with your very own scent combinations using a variety of essential oils, fragrance oils, and dried flowers.

Lighten Up Shoppe was founded by two sisters, Joy and Hyunny in sunny northern California. Lighten Up Shoppe was created out of Joy's love for candles and Hyunny's obsession with crafting. The warmth and glow of a candle can transform any room into a sanctuary.  After a long day, take a moment to breathe, light a candle, and lighten up!

As always, we'll provide some wine and beer and snacks to fuel your creativity. We'll even give you a special discount on purchases at Dandelion Post (where our studio is located) that night! Be sure to sign soon, spaces will fill up fast.

Candle Making Workshop: $48

Thursday August 15th, 2019 at 7pm

gather - 421 40th St, Oakland (inside Dandelion Post)

Register now - Hurry space is limited!

Knit Pouf Cushion Workshop Recap

We had so much fun at our June 29th Knit Pouf Cushion Workshop. It was the first time long time gather knitting instructor Cara Corey was offering the class in our space. The students really impressed us with their skills - most of them had never knit before! Check out the pictures below:

New Moon Tarot Card Workshop

Join gather on Sunday June 2nd at 11a for our New Moon Tarot Card Workshop with Alejandra Luisa León of The Lioness Oracle. In this class you will:

• Learn about Gemini, the sign of this New Moon

• Learn about the moon's cycle, and how to work with the New Moon

• Learn about the Lovers major arcana card

• Learn the specific astrological influences of the day

• Be assisted in giving yourself a New Moon Tarot reading

Please bring a journal, pen, and Tarot deck of your choice. All levels welcome, and beginners encouraged!

Alejandra has been studying and reading the Tarot for 17 years. She is the creator of The Lioness Oracle Tarot, a deck she collaged by hand with found paper images. In a class with her you can expect to feel welcomed and safe no matter what your current level of expertise is. She resides in Oakland with her kitties Mina and Ziggy.

This two hour class includes mimosa and light brunch snacks. You’ll even get a discount at everything at Dandelion Post (where our studio is located) while you’re there! Be sure to sign soon, spaces will fill up fast.

What: Tarot Card Workshop: $40

When: Sunday June 2nd 11a-1p

Where: 421 40th St, Oakland (inside Dandelion Post)

Sign up now - space is limited