Classes
We are continuing to hold classes, and are adding classes frequently!
Some of our teachers are holding classes in their or our homes and a few other locations in Costa Mesa and Huntington Beach. Check this page for classes available now and to find out when we are up and running in a store location with a full class schedule!
Pre-Registration required for all classes. Please register in our online store OR contact us by email — classes@inngathering.com OR call 949.922.1368.
If you have questions please contact Classes at: classes@inngathering.com
Kids’ Crochet KC059
(All Levels — Ages 8 & up) Both beginners and kids with crochet experience will enjoy learning to crochet a fun project — choose a bookmark, kitty, popsicle cozy, Hello Kitty necklace/scarf or pattern of your choice. Click on picture to see all class projects.
Teacher: Jill Hirsch
3 sessions — $45.00, 4 sessions — $55.00, 5 sessions — $65.00
Wednesday, May 6, 13, 20, 27 (2:00-4:00) OR Wednesday, June 10, 17, 24 (2:00-4:00)
Intro to Machine Sewing 1 CC030
(Level 1) Learn the basics of machine sewing... Start by learning the different parts of your sewing machine, how to thread your machine and wind your bobbin, and how to pin your material together to prepare it for sewing. Learn about seam allowance, how to sew straight lines, curved lines, and how to pivot your work. And last learn how to zig-zag on and off the edge of your fabric for a finished edge. Use your new skills to make a Kleenex holder and/or eye glass holder you will be proud to use.
Teacher: Alma Wilson
$45.00 1 session
Monday, May 4 (9:30-12:00) OR Saturday, May 30 (9:30-12:00)
OR Wednesday, June 17 (9:30-12:00)
Intro to Machine Sewing 2 CC036
(All Levels) This class will review how to thread your sewing machine, and all the basic sewing machine skills. You will learn how to sew a beginner friendly project. Choose between an apron, zipper pouch, pillowcase or a tote bag.
Teacher: Alma Wilson
$95.00 2 Sessions
Monday, May 4, 11 (1:00-4:30) OR Saturday, May 30, June 6 (1:00-4:30)
OR Wednesday, June 17, 24 (1:00-4:30)
Catch-Up Knitting with Nadine CA008
(Level 2) Join Nadine for a catch-up knitting class. She is excited to get you back on track with any one of her projects that you may need help finishing. Let's get those
Nadine's Knits projects wrapped up!
Teacher: Nadine Berthiaume
1 Session $45.00
Thursday, April 23 (9:30-12:30) OR Wednesday, May 27 (9:30-12:30)
Knitted Glitter Girl Tie with Nadine CA029
(Intermediate Beginner and Beyond: proficient using the knit and purl stitches) Elevate your accessory game with the Glitter Girl Tie! The garter stitch tie is framed with an I-Cord edging giving it a polished look! A narrow design that adds flair to anything you might be wearing. The sparkle of Lana Grossa Glamour and the softness of Ella Rae’s Silky Mohair is delightfully addictive to knit. Embrace your creativity by creating your own personal color combinations of mohair and sequins – so fun! This fantastic glittery tie is knit on size 4 double-pointed needles – easier for working on this small number of stitches. Ties are not just for the guys – try out the whimsy of this contemporary look.
Teacher: Nadine Berthiaume
1 Session $45.00
Saturday, May 9 (12:30-3:30)
Nadine’s Knitted Ribbon Headband CA016
(Intermediate Beginner and Beyond) Headband or bonnet? You choose your favorite way wear this cozy and colorful accessory. The Ribbons Headband is a delightful alternative to the beanie — keeps your ears and the top of your head cozy and is more secure than a beanie! This quick project is also great for learning all kinds of fun new techniques, such as the I-cord, slip stitches, and double increases and decreases in one row. The silk ribbons are a unique way to make yours extra special. Worked on size 13 needles it will be done in a jiffy. You'll love knitting the Ribbons Headband so much that you will want to make one for everyone you know!
Teacher: Nadine Berthiaume
2 Sessions $90.00
Wednesday, May 6, 13 (9:30-12:30)
Crazy Patch Embroidery (Spring) RE322
(Level 2) In each Crazy Patch Embroidery class, a different set of stitches is taught that can be made into a “stitch page", added to your crazy patch, or to a special project. April is part one of a three session wall hanging/runner class that you will be able to finish before Halloween! April's block: the witch. Featuring wool felting and slow stitched “pieced” fabric as the background, she has a felt body with thread embroidery as part of her clothing, some decorative beaded accents that makes this character one-of-kind! May's block: the cat, which also has a felt body with a needle felted head, and a pieced background embellished with touches of embroidery. June's block: the skeleton. This block has a stripped, pieced background with an embroidered skeleton body and felt head and hat. It is embellished with Sadi and metallic threads including some basic embroidery stitches. Purchase the kits to get all the spooky goodies! 🧙♀️
Click on picture to see the whole wall hanging.
Teacher: Heather and Di
1 Session $65.00, plus kit fee
Saturday, May 9 OR Saturday, June 13 (9:30-3:30)
Textile Art with Di Venter CC002
(Level 1 — Basic sewing machine experience required) Learn to draw with your regular sewing machine. Create beautiful works of art using your machine in a whole new way. Day one will begin with Di teaching the basics of free-motion embroidery. She will go through machine setup, best practices, tips, and tricks for smooth drawing with your machine, then work through the provided exercises so that you are ready to create your piece of Textile Art on day two of the workshop.
Teacher: Di Venter
2 Sessions $120.00
Saturday, June 20, 27 (10:00-3:00)
Beyond Beginning Textile Art with Di Venter CC007
(Level 2) If you have already taken a beginning level class with Di Venter, you are invited to this class to create her latest machine embroidery design!
Teacher: Di Venter
1 Session $60.00, plus kit fee
Saturday, June 27 (10:00-3:00)
Knit and Crochet with Sheilah — Focus on Estonia Lace Knitting CA021
(Level 2) Did you ever admire a truly beautiful lace knitted shawl but were afraid to try your hand at making one? If so, this is the class for you. These gorgeous pieces originated in Estonia many generations ago and they all feature those very distinctive little baubles called nupps. Once you learn how they're made, you'll want to include some in all of your lace knitting projects. Sheilah will teach you everything you need to know to get started – from the cast on, to the magical stitches, to the blocking. You choose the lace pattern and come to class for instruction on completion. OR... get help with any unfinished Sheilah project.
Teacher: Sheilah Cleary
5 Sessions $75.00
Friday, May 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 (10:00-1:00)
Folded Heart Book with Pam Thomson CP020
(All Levels) Create a folded heart using a recycled hardbound book and simple folds. Then make roses from paperback book pages or other materials provided in the class. Instructional handouts and videos will also be available to class members. This makes a beautiful centerpiece or gift. The book can be folded flat for easy storage. There is a choice of kit to purchase for class — the $12 kit includes most supplies and the $15 kit includes the hardbound book and most supplies.
Teacher: Pam Thomson
1 Session $55.00, plus $12.00 or $15.00 kit fee
Saturday, May 2 (10:00-2:30)
Beginning Crochet CA034
(Level 1) Crochet, a craft enjoyed in grandmother’s day is making a comeback, and is ganging popularity with the young and not so young alike. In this class you will learn basic stitches, tips and finishing, while making either a washcloth or scarf. Come learn the art of crochet that will bring you many hours of enjoyment!
Teacher: Nevenka
4 Sessions $55.00
Tuesday, May 5, 12, 19, 26 (10:00-12:00)
Da Chick Family & Open Stitch with Mama Lohde RE023
(Skill Level: Confident Beginner to Advanced) Come spend a joyful, hands-on day stitching alongside Mama Lohde as you create one of your Da Chick chickens showcasing exquisite wool applique and embroidery. This creative and inspiring workshop introduces students to essential wool applique techniques along with a wide variety of embroidery stitches used throughout the design. With many stitches explored step by step, this class is perfect for adventurous beginners eager to build skills and for seasoned stitchers looking to expand their embroidery vocabulary. By the end of class, you will not only have started your own Da Chick, but also leave with a deeper understanding of stitch structure, thread behavior, and how to use decorative stitches with confidence. OR... you may choose to work on your “Mama Lohde” project in progress. A supply list will be emailed.
Teacher: Hanne Lohde
1 Session $60.00, plus $10-$35 kit fee, includes most supplies
Friday, May 8 (10:00-4:00)
"Old Glory" Sparkling Beaded Bracelet WS292
(Level 2) Here's a super quick project that's just right for the Fourth of July for the intermediate beader. The bright red, white and blue pattern is as eye-catching as a sky full of fireworks and just the thing to wear during our nation's birthday. Show your pride in being an American.
Teacher: Sheilah Cleary
1 Session $65.00
Saturday, May 16 (10:00-4:00)
Beginning Ribbon Embroidery: Wistful Hearts and Flowers Needle Book RE083
(Level 1) Learn several basic ribbon embroidery stitches while creating a lovely hearts and flowers needle book.
Teacher: Di
1 Session $60.00
Thursday, June 4 (9:30-3:30)
Knit and Crochet with Sheilah — Focus on Kimono Knit Sweater CA114
(Level 2) Learn to make this beautiful, intricately patterned, kimono style sweater with lacy sleeves and border. Sheilah will hold your hand as you create a truly spectacular piece that will be ideal for those chilly summer evenings. This will become one of your favorite garments! And don’t worry about making buttonholes as they aren’t part of this project. Come to class with only basic knitting skills. OR... get help with any unfinished Sheilah project.
Teacher: Sheilah Cleary
4 Sessions $65.00
Friday, June 5, 12, 19, 26 (10:00-1:00)
Seagrass on Gourds CP006
(Level 1) Natural materials coiled on and around the rims of gourds have always been a part of this wonderful art form. In this one-day workshop we will be working with seagrass, a glossy fragrant grass that blends beautifully with gourds. First a distressed dye application is applied to the gourd. Next, a basic weaving stitch will be taught along with techniques of adding grass and thread, hiding knots, wrapping and finishing. Finally the bowl is embellished with natural beads and shells.
Teacher: Diane Calderwood
1 Session $55.00, plus $15.00 kit fee, includes most supplies
Saturday, June 6 (9:30-3:30)
Woven Soft Cover Sketch Book with Di Venter CC005
(All Levels) Create a personalized soft-covered book that you can use as a journal, sketchbook, travel journal, or anything you like. We will create an eye-catching woven cover with bound edges and then use bookbinding techniques to add our paper signatures. You will learn all the tips and tricks required to successfully create a hand bound book. This class is suitable for anyone; no previous bookbinding experience is required. Sewing machine experience required. Eighteen sheets of 90-lb watercolour paper are included in your class fee.
Teacher: Di Venter
1 Session $75.00, plus kit fee
Tuesday, June 9 (10:00-4:00)
"It's a Wrap" with Karen RE207
(All Levels) Karen created this class to help you complete unfinished projects from a prior class. Enjoy a day of embroidery experiences that will encourage you to finish your needle work projects from any of Karen’s classes. Please let us know what project you will be working on when you register for class.
Teacher: Karen Fraser
1 Session $85.00
Wednesday, July 29 (9:30-4:00) OR Monday, August 3 (9:30-4:00)
OR Friday, August 7 (9:30-4:00)
Bountiful Blooms Returns: Fabric Flowers with Chris Flynn CP019
(All Levels) Back by request, Bountiful Blooms blossoms again at the InnGathering! Create a garden of layered fabric flowers embellished with lace, trims, and vintage sparkle — perfect for journals, gifts, or wearable art. Several original samples from our first class nine years ago became part of Chris’s published book, beautifully edited by a fellow InnGathering participant. The class kit includes book, miscellaneous trims and laces, and updated patterns for new flowers.
Teacher: Chris Flynn
1 Session $90.00, plus $30.00 kit fee
Thursday, August 20 (9:30-4:30)
"Where Memories Bloom" Keepsake Journals with Chris Flynn CP011
(All Levels) Join Chris at the InnGathering in August and choose your rose keepsake journal design — Whimsey Roses or Heritage Roses. Each rose-themed organizer features original rose pages Chris personally designed for both collections... filled with pockets and decorative envelopes to gather and hold your treasured memories. The kit purchased from Chris for class includes an abundance of personally designed, beautiful, high quality rose papers. See these amazing Rose Journals in her video at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=helkil-eifc
Teacher: Chris Flynn
2 Sessions $160.00, plus $30.00 kit fee
Friday & Saturday, August 21-22 (9:30-4:30)
