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 for the class form.
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.
Charlottesville Art Month
Arts Month is a new, region-wide celebration of creativity happening every May across Charlottesville! Check out events across town by clicking on the logo below.
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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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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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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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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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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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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 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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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
Sign up here!
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
Sign up here!!
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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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
Sign up here!
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
Sign up here!
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
Sign up here!!
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
Sign up here!
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
Sign up here!!
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
Sign up here!
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
Sign up here!
Wintry Felted Soaps
Join Ari (they/them) to learn a wet felting process for making colorful scrubby soaps covered in soft wool, a perfect present for the holidays. They’re like a washcloth and a soap in one! You’ll learn how to add optional sparkle with Angelina fibers and how to needle felt details like swirls and snowflakes. You’ll come away with at least two completed soaps, as well as all the knowledge you’ll need to make more on your own.
If you have a preferred kind of soap you’d like to use, or have sensitive skin or allergies, please bring your own soap bars. Otherwise, scented soap bars and all other materials will be provided for you. Come prepared to get your hands wet and soapy in this class.
ages 12 and up
$30
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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 12” x 12” 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
$40
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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
Sign up here!
Fantastic Fiber Arts
Students will learn the basics of weaving, finger knitting and embroidery to create a variety of fun and creative projects using yarn, string and other fibers. These fun crafts can easily be done at home too, and make a great activity for those upcoming winter days!
Ages 9-12
$150 for 6 Mondays
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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
Sign up here!!
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
Sign up here!
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
Sign up here!!