Join us to learn the basics of crochet! Participants will learn basic crochet stitches and how to read a crochet pattern while creating a granny square dishcloth. Adults and children are encouraged to attend, but the class is recommended for ages 8 & up. Cost: $15 for registration only or $25 with materials (See materials […]
The purpose of this workshop is to assist volunteers in creating their own period dress for volunteering at Quiet Valley. This workshop will focus on the early period (1820s) costume and is appropriate for most volunteer opportunities at Quiet Valley. Participants will provide all their own materials (see list below). If you have your own […]
Join us for a Victorian Tea Party! Come dressed in your best, enjoy traditional finger foods, and learn to host your own tea party with lessons in etiquette. After tea, have fun playing a parlor game and start a craft to take home. This program is intended for parent(s) with child(ren) ages 6-12. Allergy-friendly food […]
Kick-off your holiday season with some traditional hand-made decorations! Participants will learn how to make traditional folded paper star ornaments, wooden Carolina Snowfalkes, and Scherenchnitte (cut paper) ornaments to decorate their Christmas trees! Then, you'll leave with supplies to make more of each at home! Date & Time: December 6th from 6pm-8pm Instructors: Sue Oiler […]
Join us in making your own pair of knit wool fingerless mitts with a fleece lining! This is an advanced beginner class, so participants should know basic knitting skills such as cast on, knit, purl, and cast off. This is a two-day workshop. On day one, we’ll learn to follow a pattern for flat-knit fingerless […]
Just in time to use this spring! Make a lovely, useful backpack basket for yourself or to give as a special gift! The finished basket is roughly 12"x11"x12". All materials to make the basket are provided. Helpful supplies to bring: spring clothespins, old towel, clippers or scissors, flat head screwdriver, tape measure. Ages: 15 and […]
Join us for a creative and hands-on workshop where you'll craft a beautiful, one-of-a-kind wooden box inspired by traditional Pennsylvania Dutch folk art! In this class, you’ll learn how to stencil and hand-paint your box with classic motifs that reflect the timeless beauty of this distinctive art form. The finished box will measure approximately 8.5"x5.2"x4", […]
Discover the joy of playing the Mountain Dulcimer, a beautiful and traditional folk instrument from the Appalachian Mountains! This hands-on workshop, hosted in conjunction with the Pocono Dulcimer Club, will introduce you to the basics needed to play a few simple folk songs. We’ll cover: 🎵 How to hold and strum the dulcimer🎵 Simple strumming […]
Join us for a unique fundraising dinner on the farm! Enjoy a meal cooked in the hearth served by candlelight in the Farmhouse. We'll begin with appetizers in the Cellar Kitchen, where you can see how your food is being cooked. Then you'll be seated throughout the farmhouse and served a traditional meal. This fundraiser […]
Kick off your holiday season with some traditional handmade decorations! Participants will make and decorate an evergreen holiday wreath. All supplies including a wire wreath base, floral wire, assorted greens, pinecones, and ribbons are included. Light refreshments are available. You may bring clippers and any other decor you want to add to your wreath. Wine […]
Embroidered Tote Bag Workshop – Wildflowers Saturday, February 7 | 9:30 AM–12:30 PM Optional follow-up work session: Thursday, February 19 | 5:30–7:30 PM Cost: $50 per person THIS WORKSHOP IS FULL. WAITLIST AVAILABLE. PLEASE EMAIL PROGRAMS@QUIETVALLEY.ORG Add a handmade touch to an everyday essential in this embroidered tote bag workshop. Participants will stitch a wildflower […]
Fasnacht Workshop Monday, February 16 | 9:30 AM–3:00 PM Cost: $40 per person Get ready for Shrove Tuesday with a hands-on Fasnacht workshop! Participants will spend the day learning how to make traditional faschnats from start to finish, while also exploring the history and cultural significance of this beloved pre-Lenten treat. Each participant will leave […]