Join us for an introductory upholstery clinic where you'll transform your own furniture piece with guidance from veteran seamstress Peggy Kujawski. This hands-on class will teach you the basics of upcycling furniture through upholstery.

Here’s what you’ll learn:

Project Approach: Understand how to evaluate upholstery projects, assess their complexity, and plan an effective workflow.

Material Selection: Learn how to choose the right fabrics, padding, and other materials to ensure comfort, durability, and aesthetic appeal.

Tool Mastery: Familiarize yourself with the essential tools used in upholstery for precision and efficiency. Students are required to bring their own tools; a list will be provided once a photo of your project is submitted. Available tools include pneumatic staplers, or you can bring your own needle-nose pliers, staple removers, flathead screwdrivers, scissors, or staplegun.

Furniture Requirements: The furniture piece you bring must be approved in advance and cannot require any sewing. Submit a photo (top and bottom) of your project by October 26th to brooke@brookelane.com for approval. This allows Peggy to offer personalized advice and ensure the project is suitable for the clinic.

A guide with online resources and materials will be provided. Upholstery-weight fabric will also be available for purchase at wholesale prices.

Don't miss the chance to learn from Peggy, an expert upholsterer! Space is limited—reserve your spot today and take the first step toward mastering upholstery.

To sign up for Upholstery 101 click here

Find your spark for lamp repairs in our hands-on electrical skills workshop. Join us and our qualified electrician Taylor on as we dive into the fundamentals of electrical theory. Safety is our priority, and we will guide you through best practices when working with electrical repairs. Our goal is to offer a hand on workshop that will give you the confidence to rewire your own vintage finds or sentimental pieces.

What You'll Learn:

1. Understanding Electrical Basics: Get acquainted with the essentials of electrical theory, demystifying the components that power lamps.

   Safety First: Learn crucial safety measures when working with electricity, ensuring a secure and confident approach to lamp repair.

   Mastering Wire Stripping Tools: Gain hands-on experience in effectively using wire stripping tools, a key skill for any DIY enthusiast.

   Lamp Anatomy: Disassemble lamps provided in class to understand how each piece fits together. Explore the various parts and techniques essential for lamp rewiring and repair.

   Hands-On Rewiring: Apply your newfound knowledge by rewiring a lamp in class with hands on instruction.

Bring Your Own Lamp or Work on Restored Finds: Feel free to bring your own lamp in need of rewiring, or choose from a selection provided by the Habitat for Humanity Restore. Restore lamps will be available for purchase if desired.

This workshop is perfect for beginners and DIY enthusiasts eager to add electrical and lamp repair skills to their toolkit. Join us for this fun and informative session!

To sign up for Lamp Rewiring 101 click here

Join Brooke Lane for a transformative two-hour workshop designed to help you create a more balanced and peaceful living space. In this session, you’ll learn practical techniques for decluttering, which can reduce stress and boost productivity, and explore effective strategies for organizing your belongings to create a more functional and efficient environment. Brooke will also guide you through ways to beautify your space, incorporating elements that promote tranquility and positivity. By the end of the workshop, you'll have a deeper understanding of how a well-arranged space can support a healthier, more harmonious lifestyle.

Participants are also invited to submit photos of a room they’d like help with, which will be discussed and analyzed by the group for personalized feedback.

Sign up for the workshop here!

Discover youthful ingenuity at the Kids Craft Sale. This charming event features a range of handmade treasures, including captivating artwork and intricate jewelry, all crafted by talented young minds. Explore their imaginative world and support their artistic journey.

If you have a child aged 7-13 who is a budding artisan and would love to showcase and sell their handmade creations, we’d love to have them join us!

Click here to apply. Hurry, the deadline to apply is September 13th, 2024!

This workshop is in partnership with Heart of Midtown to promote mental health. Attendees of the "Transforming Your Space for a Healthier You" workshop will discover a holistic approach to enhancing their environment for better well-being. Participants will learn practical techniques for decluttering their living areas, which can reduce stress and increase productivity. The workshop will provide effective strategies for organizing belongings to create a more functional and efficient space. Additionally, they will explore methods to beautify their surroundings, incorporating elements that promote tranquility and positivity. By integrating these practices, attendees will gain insights into how a thoughtfully arranged space can foster a healthier, more balanced lifestyle.

This workshop takes place during the festival. Seats are on a first come first serve basis.

Discover how to refresh and revitalize your home without breaking the bank in our free Interior Design Workshop, led by Interior Designer Brooke Lane. This hands-on class will explore creative and budget-friendly ideas to transform your living space into a stylish and comfortable haven.

Only 10 spots available. Go here to reserve your seat.

Back by popular demand the Kids Craft Market returns and just in time for the holidays! Come out and support young crafty entrepreneurs while finding great items for the holidays!

Join our Sewing 101 class for an engaging and informative introduction to the world of sewing. During this 4-hour class on Saturday, November 18th from 10 AM to 2 PM, you'll learn essential sewing skills, including how to wind a bobbin, thread and operate your sewing machine, and understand the functions of all those mysterious knobs. We'll cover basic machine operation and troubleshooting, explore various stitches like straight stitch, zig-zag stitch, decorative stitches, backstitching, and topstitching. As a bonus, you'll gain an introduction to basic construction techniques by crafting a set of denim coasters from repurposed materials. By the end of the class, you'll take home at least one coaster and have the materials and skills to create a set of four. 

In this small-group session, limited to just 6 participants, you'll get hands-on experience with your own electric, domestic sewing machine. Just bring your sewing machine and its foot pedal, along with any bobbins, manuals, and fabric scissors you have. While a sewing kit is helpful, it's not mandatory.

To sign up for Sewing 101 click here

Join us on Saturday, October 21 from 10am-12pm for a comprehensive crash course in upholstery brought to you by Peggy Kujawski, owner of In-stitches Custom Drapery Workroom. Learn how to approach your project, choose the right materials, and use tools to master essential techniques to ensure a seamless execution with professional results. The class will work on a chair together with Peggy, from deconstruction to complete reupholstery.

Sign up for Upholstery 101 here

Unlock the power of mending with sashiko! Learn the Japanese technique of sashiko mending: a thoughtful method designed to strengthen and thicken fabric, while also minimizing the need for further repairs. All materials are provided, including denim patches, thread and needles. Simply bring the fabrics you wish to mend and let us help you make them last!

Sign up for Sashiko Mending here

Brookelane is thrilled to unveil the exceptional artwork created by the talented artist Renata Marallo. This collection was crafted during the height of the pandemic from 2020 to 2022 and has never been publicly displayed until now. Renata writes;

“These images act as tiny mirrors reflecting the uncertainty and longing that come with upheaval. They are an embrace of where we are now, alight and impermanent.”

This is an event you definitely don't want to miss! Join us to meet and engage in conversation with the artist, while also indulging in some delightful refreshments.

Learn to create unique dye effects using ice dye. We will provide one cotton kitchen towels for you to dye and take home with you. Dye supplies will be provided. You will learn to prep the fabric, how to best chose dyes for the project, then we will ice dye together. A list of supplies will be available to continue your ice dyeing at home.

Sign up for Ice Dyeing here

Join us September 28th to view the amazing work of designer/ artist Lee Danziger. Lee’s passion to keep birds out of his own house led to the creation of birdhouses.

“When putting together one of my birdhouses, I like to imagine being bird-brained myself.  I ask myself, what form of structure would they build for themselves? Like their’s, all of my building materials are scavenged and/or pilfered.  I like to think of my birdhouses as little bird-built temples to their many Bird gods.”  - Lee Danziger

Lee’s work will be on display and available for purchase through the weekend. Come get a unique one-of-a-kind birdhouse of your own!

Discover the fundamentals of furniture repair and refinishing with a two-hour introductory course from 10-12pm. Our experienced woodworker, Anthony Shepherd of Atwood Woodworks, will guide you through selecting and identifying eligible pieces and their finishes, the required supplies and methods, and the use of shellac and wax. You'll get to observe demonstrated pieces to gain insight into the repair of wear and tear, and at the end of the class, you'll receive furniture wax for your next project! Have questions? Bring a photo of your piece for advice and we will discuss as a class.

Sign up for Furniture Restoration 101 here

If you have any questions about the class please reach out to us at info@brookelane.com. Please review our Class Policy Page here.

To kick of Rewind’s block party for mental health we will be showcasing work by the very talented artist Riley Johndonnell. “Soaked” an exhibition featuring a collaboration with Riley and the Restore features found objects dipped in international Optimism Yellow.

Proceeds benefit mental health and the Ulster County Restore. This is a show you don’t want to miss!

Learn the basics of needle felting with expert felter Jocelyn Krodman of Petitfelts. Create a beautiful and unique succulent that requires no maintenance and no sunlight. Master the techniques of felting a flat shape, three-dimensional shape, and attaching wool components to one another. Adults and children (10 and up) are welcome!

Class materials included: Green wool, brown wool, small terracotta pot, 2 felting needles, foam work block

Sign up for Succulent Felting here

Join us for an open studio day. Bring any projects you're working on and craft alongside other Kingston creatives. Select materials will be available by donation if you are in need of a new project.

There is no cost to sign up for the open studio and no preregistration required, just show up! Reach out to us at info@brookelane.com with any questions.

Join us for a beginners upholstery clinic. We will be joined by veteran seamstress Peggy for an introduction on upcycling used furniture by upholstering. You can expect to learn how to disassemble pieces, basic tool usage, and cutting/sewing. We will work on an example piece together. Peggy will be available to consult on any on going projects, simply bring photos or if small enough bring in a upholstered piece you are working on. A guide with online resources and materials will be provided to participants.

Sign up for Upholstery 101 here

The grand opening promises to be an event that is not to be missed. Visitors will have the opportunity to explore the store's beautifully curated selection of home goods, featuring an eclectic mix of vintage, in-house crafted goods, and artisanal pieces from local makers. The event will feature bubbles and bites, a live DJ, and an exclusive prize drawing for attendees.