During this workshop, community members will learn how to cut textiles, tie Forget-Me-Knots, share in storytelling and create a one-of-a-kind item: a bowl, small rug, placemats, or coaster set.
Inspired by the iconic Black fiber artist and activist, Joyce J. Scott, this workshop highlights the African American tradition of using scraps of fabric, often discarded clothing, cutting them into strips and weaving the fabric into new beautiful and/or practical items. This reuse of fabric requires us to tie the pieces together and is often done in community spaces. As we tie together, we cultivate that energy into the item itself, which are called “Forget-Me-Knots.” Bring in your own washed and clean retired clothes to transform in class!
This bilingual class will be held in English and Spanish.
You’re invited to interweave yourself into the community through this expansive beginner’s sewing series. Your instructor, Jackie Drummond (they/she), will be guiding you through the basics of using a sewing machine and various stitching and sewing methods through all of February. You can come to each lesson or hop around into whatever class, skill or interest calls you! See the complete list of classes here.
No prior sewing experience is required to participate. All supplies will be provided.*
Appropriate for adults and teens 13 and older. Space is limited; registration required.
*Please read each class description closely. For some classes you need to bring your own clothes for alterations or repairs.
| Mon, Jan 27 | 9:00AM to 7:00PM |
| Tue, Jan 28 | 9:00AM to 7:00PM |
| Wed, Jan 29 | 9:00AM to 7:00PM |
| Thu, Jan 30 | 9:00AM to 7:00PM |
| Fri, Jan 31 | 9:00AM to 5:00PM |
| Sat, Feb 01 | 9:00AM to 5:00PM |
| Sun, Feb 02 | Closed |
Anythink Wright Farms, located on 120th Avenue and Holly Street in Thornton, is the district's flagship branch and houses the district’s administrative offices. A computer lab, teen area, and 7,000-square-foot children's area are just some of the incredible features of the 45,000-square-foot library.
The Studio at Anythink Wright Farms, a digital creation lab featuring state-of-the-art video, audio and design equipment and software, partners creative community members with teens to help push their creativity to new bounds. Adjacent to the building is a one-acre park made possible by the Wright Farms Metro District that includes outdoor seating, reading nooks and Explore Outdoors, a certified Nature Explore children’s outdoor classroom. Continuing its dedication to sustainability, Anythink Wright Farms is a Gold LEED certified building with many sustainable features, including use of recycled materials, daylight harvesting and ground source heating and cooling.
The landscaped site also includes a community garden, maintained by local community members in partnership with Denver Urban Gardens. To reserve a plot in the Anythink Wright Farms garden, please email wfcommunitygarden@gmail.com.
