Learn a new skill and relax with a fun class!
At Scrappy Elephant, you’ll find a range of art classes for all ages. From weekly toddler art and story time to adult only classes, there’s something for everyone. Learn watercolor techniques, try your hand at mosaics, improve your crochet skills, and so much more. There’s never been a better time to learn a new skill at an affordable cost.
Interested in teaching a class at Scrappy Elephant? Email us at info@scrappyelephant.com to learn more!
Gift Cards
Want to give the gift of a new skill? Purchase a gift card in store or call us at a (434) 207-2106 to purchase over the phone for the creatives in your life to put toward a Scrappy Elephant class!
Scholarships
Available for ALL classes. Please fill out the form below with all the required information and our team will be in touch.
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Slow Stitch Sanctuary
Slow Stitch Sanctuary is a welcoming, open stitch circle for slow stitchers and hand‐sewers/stitchers of all types and levels. Whether you’re a beginner seeking a supportive start or an experienced hand stitcher wanting community, inspiration, and company while you stitch.
Join us for gentle, unhurried stitching time where community comes first.
We will be in the Book Nook at Scrappy Elephant on Fridays from 12-2 pm.
Drop in for whatever time you can, grab a cup of tea or coffee, share stories, seek advice, practice techniques, and support one another’s creative journeys. This is an informal, come as you are space for stitching, conversation, and just spending time with other creatives. Bring your own project or shop Scrappy for all you need to start your next one.
This is an inclusive, non-judgmental, and safe space where all creatives are welcomed and respected.
Contact: Carolyn Nowak
Feel free to join our email list for updates and upcoming slow stitch classes(optional)
Send email to Freespiritstitch@gmail.com with subject “subscribe “
Slow Stitch Sampler
Come learn 10+ additional stitches (blanket stitch, feather stitch, french knots, etc) and variations of some stitches that will create unique looks and expand your stitch library. You will have time to practice by creating a stitch sampler you can take home as a reference. We will explore how to use these stitches to enhance your slow stitch pieces so if you have a slow stitch piece you are currently working on, feel free to bring it with you.
This class will build on the knowledge and skills from the Foundations of Slow Stitch Class but those with prior sewing/stitching experience looking to review or expand their own stitch “Library” are welcome to join. Those without sewing experience are encouraged to start with Introduction to Slow Stitch Class prior to this class.
Supplies will be provided for use in class to make an 8”x10” sampler of stitches
Fabric provided will be a neutral color cotton with a limited selection of 6 strand embroidery floss.
If you have a favorite solid color piece of soft cotton or soft linen fabric (minimum 8”x10”) or favorite colors of 6 stranded embroidery floss you prefer to use, feel free to bring those with you.
Age 16 +
$20
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Butterfly and Moth Pins
Join Ari (they/them) for a fun felting class. Learn how to make a butterfly or moth pin using a specialized barbed needle to apply dyed wool to your choice of felt base. Make your insect realistic or fantastical, whatever you like! You’ll develop foundational needle felting skills, and leave class with one or more completed pins to keep or give as gifts.
Beginners and returning students welcome!
ages 12 and up
$35
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Needle Felted Succulent Series: Star Cactus
Want an adorable little houseplant that you’ll never have to water and you can’t kill? Join Ari (they/them) to needle felt a star cactus (Astrophytum asterias, also called sand dollar cactus, sea urchin cactus, and star peyote). We’ll use a specialized notched needle to sculpt dyed wool, and “plant” our cacti in real mini terra cotta pots. You’ll learn to create three-dimensional forms and add details, and you’ll develop the foundational skills to continue needle felting at home. You’ll come away with a cactus to keep or give as a gift, as well as a felting mat and needle of your own.
This class is suitable for beginners and intermediate students. It is a stand-alone class, but also part of a series- come back for more and construct a whole succulent garden!
ages 12 and up
$35
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Crochet a Book Sleeve
Join Charlotte to follow a simple & beginner friendly crochet pattern! It's an envelope style sleeve which can be used to store books, journals, art supplies and more! Yarn will be provided by the scrappy elephant, if you have some DK yarn you're dying to use, one skein will be plenty for this project so feel free to bring your own if you'd like!
Basic crochet knowledge (chain stitch & single crochet) will be necessary for the class. If you have a H, I or J hook (5-6mm) please bring it along, but hooks will be provided if you forget or don't have one.
ages 14 and up
$30
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Knit a Lucky Duck
Join Emma as she teaches you how to knit @dagworthy’s lucky duck! As long as you know how to cast on and knit, you can join! Bring your favorite fingering weight yarn and size 2.25mm double pointed needles.
3 classes at 11am- August 16th, 23rd, and 30th
ages 12 and up
$100
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Crochet a Cardigan!
This is a beginner-intermediate crochet pattern involving primarily the Granny Stitch. In this workshop, Charlotte will guide you through how to make a hexagon cardigan, provide all the yarn and supplies & instruct on how to tailor the fit to you (or a loved one).
In the first session we will select yarn and begin the garment! You will be provided with a pattern, with instruction on how to follow a written pattern, if needed.
Then, you're welcome back to a second session to learn basic sewing of crochet pieces & select your finishing touches.
You will be expected to know how to crochet basic stitches, such as chains, slip stitches & at least single crochet. All materials will be provided, but if you have a preferred I, J or K hook, you're welcome to bring it along for the ride!
ages 16 and up
$80 for two sessions, Friday 8/28 and Friday 9/4
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Felt Lavender
Join Ari (they/them) to learn how to make beautiful sprigs of lavender out of felt and florist supplies with the help of hot glue guns. You will learn to make two different styles of sprigs, and there will be time to make several of each to take home. At the end of class, you’ll have the option to scent your creations with real lavender essential oil, or to duck out beforehand if you are sensitive to scents.
ages 16 and up
$35
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Flower Embroidery
Join Jennifer Perkinson for a class focusing on different types of floral embroidery stitches. You will receive an embroidery hoop, needle and thread set up with outlines to follow as we cover learning and practicing the stitches together and embroidering a few flowers. You'll leave with a handout of the stitches we've covered and a few other helpful ones for storing in your embroidery bags for future reference. If you have an item you'd like to embroider on, feel free to bring that along to consider using during class or talk about.
Beginner and intermediate friendly.
Ages 13 and up
$25
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Needle Felted Owls
Join Ari (they/them) to learn how to make a soft little owl figure using a specialized notched needle to sculpt dyed wool. You’ll learn to create three-dimensional forms and add details, and you’ll develop the foundational skills to continue needle felting at home. You’ll come away with an owl to keep or give as a gift, as well as a felting mat and needle of your own.
Ages 12 and up
$35
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Slow Stitch Techniques and Stitches: Cloth Weaving and Couching
This slow stitch session introduces Cloth Weaving and Couching techniques as a way to expand your slow stitching practice or use in other hand sewing projects.
This class will build on the Introduction to slow stitching class but is also open to all with a basic knowledge of hand sewing. In this class ,we explore and practice cloth weaving as a way to create interesting foundations for slow stitch or other hand sewn projects. We will also learn to “Couch” thicker and textured yarns to our woven foundation, adding texture and interesting form to your hand sewing projects.
In the spirit of slow stitching, we continue with a laid back, beginner friendly space, where the only rule is “you DO you”!
This class utilizes scrap fabric, left over yarn pieces, and other bits to create interesting and unique fiber art while teaching techniques and methods you can use and expand in your own slow stitch practice and projects. All supplies are provided but feel free to bring your favorite fabric scraps to work with!
This class is for anyone with any level of hand sewing experience. If you know how to thread a needle and do a basic running stitch, you can do this. All are welcome!
Age 16 +
$20
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Slow Stitch Sanctuary
Slow Stitch Sanctuary is a welcoming, open stitch circle for slow stitchers and hand‐sewers/stitchers of all types and levels. Whether you’re a beginner seeking a supportive start or an experienced hand stitcher wanting community, inspiration, and company while you stitch.
Join us for gentle, unhurried stitching time where community comes first.
We will be in the Book Nook at Scrappy Elephant on Fridays from 12-2 pm.
Drop in for whatever time you can, grab a cup of tea or coffee, share stories, seek advice, practice techniques, and support one another’s creative journeys. This is an informal, come as you are space for stitching, conversation, and just spending time with other creatives. Bring your own project or shop Scrappy for all you need to start your next one.
This is an inclusive, non-judgmental, and safe space where all creatives are welcomed and respected.
Contact: Carolyn Nowak
Feel free to join our email list for updates and upcoming slow stitch classes(optional)
Send email to Freespiritstitch@gmail.com with subject “subscribe “
Needle Felted Sloth
Let's make a sloth! Join Ari (they/them) to learn how to make a cute and fuzzy little sloth using a specialized notched needle to sculpt dyed wool. You’ll learn to create three-dimensional forms and add details and how to use wire armatures to support your figure. Then, pose your sloth however you'd like. You’ll come away with a mini sloth, as well as a felting mat and needle of your own to keep.
This project is perfect for continuing felting students who want to add some new skills to their toolbox, as well as for first time needle felters who are up for a challenge.
ages 14 and up
$40
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Needle Felted Geodes
Join Ari (they/them) for a fun, relaxing time felting a pretty and practical pincushion or decoration. Learn how to make soft and colorful geodes using a specialized notched needle to sculpt dyed wool. We’ll add layers gradually and then cut our geodes in half to reveal our patterns. You’ll develop the foundational skills to continue needle felting at home, and you’ll come away with two matching geode pincushions or decorations to keep or give as gifts. The needle and felting pad are yours to keep as well.
ages 12 and up
$35
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Slow Stitch - A Gentle, Meditative Approach to Hand Sewing
This session is a laid back, beginner friendly Introduction to Slow Stitching.
Slow stitching is a relaxing stitching practice which focuses on the PROCESS rather than perfection or a specific finished product. Yet, in my experience, results are beautiful and unique pieces of art that show the makers hand.
Slow Stitching can be a great way to reset, reduce stress or simply explore your own creativity.
We will explore the nature of slow stitching , several basic stitches, a bit about color, texture and how to select fabrics that enhance the meditative practice. All supplies are provided but feel free to bring your favorite fabric scraps to work with. These are guidelines to get started - there are no rules or patterns.
Start where you are: Beginners …those with sewing/embroidery experience …those seeking relaxation and a fun way to “calm the chaos” and get grounded. All are welcome. Anyone can do this!
Age 16 +
$20
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Crochet for Beginners
Join Emma as she teaches you the basics of crochet. Leave with a crochet hook and a small crocheted washcloth.
$35
age 12 and up
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Needle Felted Opossums
Join Ari (they/them) to learn how to make a soft little possum figure using a specialized notched needle to sculpt dyed wool. You’ll learn to create three-dimensional forms and add details, and you’ll develop the foundational skills to continue needle felting at home. You’ll come away with a possum to keep or give as a gift, as well as a felting mat and needle of your own.
Beginning and returning students welcome!
Ages 12 and up
$35
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Needle Felted Mushrooms for Beginners
Join Ari (they/them) for a beginner-level felting class. Learn how to make soft and colorful mushroom decorations using a specialized barbed needle to sculpt beautiful dyed wool. You’ll learn to create three-dimensional forms and add details, and you’ll develop the foundational skills to continue needle felting at home. You’ll come away with one or more completed mushrooms to keep or give as a gift.
Ages 12 and up
$35
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Needle Felted Succulent Series: Bunny Ear Cactus
Want an adorable little houseplant that you’ll never have to water and you can’t kill? Join Ari (they/them) to needle felt a bunny ear cactus (Opuntia microdasys, also known as angel's-wings, bunny cactus or polka-dot cactus)! We’ll use a specialized notched needle to sculpt dyed wool, and “plant” our cacti in real mini terra cotta pots. You’ll learn to create three-dimensional forms and add details, and you’ll develop the foundational skills to continue needle felting at home. You’ll come away with a cactus to keep or give as a gift, as well as a felting mat and needle of your own.
This class is suitable for beginners and intermediate students. It is a stand-alone class, but also part of a series- come back for more and construct a whole succulent garden!
ages 12 and up
$35
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Crochet for Beginners
Join Emma as she teaches you the basics of crochet. Leave with a crochet hook and a small crocheted washcloth.
$35
age 12 and up
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Embroidery Stitch Sampler
Join Jennifer Perkinson for a class creating an embroidery stitch sampler. A stitch sampler is a piece of fabric with a variety of stitches, often used for practice or future reference. Those new to embroidery or wanting to practice and stitch with others are welcome. You’ll be provided with supplies needed for class and written instructions to take home for completing your project or future reference.
When you sign up, if you have some specific stitches you'd like us to cover, please send an email ahead of time and I'll do my best to work it into the class plan or a future one.
Ages 13 and up
$25
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Needle Felted Veggies
Join Ari (they/them) for a fun felting class. Learn how to make soft and colorful veggie decorations using a specialized barbed needle to sculpt dyed wool. You’ll learn to create three-dimensional forms and add details, and you’ll develop the foundational skills to continue needle felting at home. You’ll come away with one or more completed veggies to keep or give as a gift, as well as a felting mat and needle to keep.
Beginners and intermediate students are welcome!
ages 12 and up
$35
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Crochet for Beginners
Join Emma as she teaches you the basics of crochet. Leave with a crochet hook and a small crocheted washcloth.
$35
age 12 and up
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Needle Felted Jellyfish
Join Ari (they/them) to learn how to make a beachy hanging jellyfish decoration! You’ll learn to use a specialized notched needle to sculpt dyed wool, and then choose from some exciting shimmery, textured, and colorful novelty yarns for tentacles. You’ll learn to create three-dimensional forms and add details, and you’ll develop the foundational skills to continue needle felting at home. You’ll come away with a jellyfish to keep or give as a gift, as well as a felting mat and needle of your own.
This class is suitable for beginners and intermediate students.
ages 12 and up
$35
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Embroidery Stitch Sampler
Join Jennifer Perkinson for a class creating an embroidery stitch sampler. A stitch sampler is a piece of fabric with a variety of stitches, often used for practice or future reference. Those new to embroidery or wanting to practice and stitch with others are welcome. You’ll be provided with supplies needed for class and written instructions to take home for completing your project or future reference.
When you sign up, if you have some specific stitches you'd like us to cover, please send an email ahead of time and I'll do my best to work it into the class plan or a future one.
Ages 13 and up
$25
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Stitch and Snark: Create your own "F-bomb"
In this playful workshop, we’ll crochet an “F-bomb:” a small amigurumi sphere finished with a bold letter “F.” Equal parts cute and cathartic, it’s the perfect desk mascot or gift for a sassy someone who appreciates a little fiber-based pun.
We’ll use basic amigurumi techniques including working in the round, shaping, and simple appliqué. Along the way we’ll stitch, chat, sip on mocktails, and share stories about craft life—making this an excellent workshop for beginners and experienced hookers alike.
Led by Lisa Ha, a crochet comedian (yes, those exist) known as "Get to Hooking Crochet" with more than 280K combined social media followers, expect an afternoon of laughter and yarn.
The class fee includes all materials needed to make your F-bomb and a signed copy of Lisa’s debut pattern + joke book, “Snarky Crochet.”
Come for the stitches, stay for the snark!
Skill level: Adventurous beginner and up (must know basic crochet stitches)
ages 13 and up
$45
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Learn to Knit
Join Emma as she teaches you the basics of knitting. No experience needed. Leave with a pair of knitting needles, the beginning of a scarf, and enough yarn to finish it!
ages 12 and up
$25
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Crochet for Beginners
Join Emma as she teaches you the basics of crochet. Leave with a crochet hook and a small crocheted washcloth.
$25
age 12 and up
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Fabric Mosaics: Create Your Own Kinusaiga Art
Bring your imagination and a love for color to this cozy, no-sew fabric art class! Using the Japanese technique of Kinusaiga, you’ll craft a 9” x 9” art panel from foam board and fabric scraps—turning leftover textiles into something beautiful. The studio will provide a variety of fabrics to choose from, but participants are also encouraged to bring their own special scraps or meaningful pieces to incorporate into their design. You’ll leave with a finished piece ready to hang and a newfound appreciation for fabric as an artistic medium.
ages 16 and up
$30
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Crochet for Beginners
Join Emma as she teaches you the basics of crochet. Leave with a crochet hook and a small crocheted washcloth.
$25
age 12 and up
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Fabric Mosaics: Create Your Own Kinusaiga Art
Bring your imagination and a love for color to this cozy, no-sew fabric art class! Using the Japanese technique of Kinusaiga, you’ll craft a 9” x 9” art panel from foam board and fabric scraps—turning leftover textiles into something beautiful. The studio will provide a variety of fabrics to choose from, but participants are also encouraged to bring their own special scraps or meaningful pieces to incorporate into their design. You’ll leave with a finished piece ready to hang and a newfound appreciation for fabric as an artistic medium.
ages 16 and up
$30
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Crochet for Beginners
Join Emma as she teaches you the basics of crochet. Leave with a crochet hook and a small crocheted washcloth.
$25
age 12 and up
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Learn to Knit
Join Emma as she teaches you the basics of knitting. No experience needed. Leave with a pair of knitting needles, the beginning of a scarf, and enough yarn to finish it!
ages 12 and up
$25
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Fabric Mosaics: Create Your Own Kinusaiga Art
Bring your imagination and a love for color to this cozy, no-sew fabric art class! Using the Japanese technique of Kinusaiga, you’ll craft a 9” x 9” art panel from foam board and fabric scraps—turning leftover textiles into something beautiful. The studio will provide a variety of fabrics to choose from, but participants are also encouraged to bring their own special scraps or meaningful pieces to incorporate into their design. You’ll leave with a finished piece ready to hang and a newfound appreciation for fabric as an artistic medium.
ages 16 and up
$30
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Learn to Knit
Join Emma as she teaches you the basics of knitting. No experience needed. Leave with a pair of knitting needles, the beginning of a scarf, and enough yarn to finish it!
ages 12 and up
$25
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Crochet a Heart
Join Emma as she teaches you how to crochet an adorable little 3D heart.
Basic crochet knowledge required
Ages 25 and up
$25
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