Scheduled Classes
If you’d like to schedule a new class, explore the Class Library and get your favorites on the schedule!
Wreaths are a timeless craft, adaptable for any space and any season. In this class we’ll explore the basic skills needed to create a willow wreath, and how to customize the design for your purpose and tastes.
Nov 7, 6:00 PM
Learn the foundational skills to create and use natural dyes. We’ll discuss how to prepare cotton fibers to receive and hold the dye, how to prepare and use natural dyes, and how to use modifiers to shift color.
Sunday, September 20. 2:00-4:30 pm
Scheduled Events
Art & Lantern Festival
November 15. 1 pm to 6 pm, with lantern release following the event.
Come shop local art, eat and drink local fare, and purchase a lantern to decorate and add to the evening display. We will release the lanterns into the pond at 6:00 pm following the event.
100% of lantern sales will go to support IC Compassion
New Year’s Day Open Studio
January 1, 10 am to 5 pm.
Day long open studio to begin the new year!
Bring food to share, project(s) to work on, and a friend if you wish. Come and go as your schedule allows.
RSVP is not required, but helpful.
Shearing Day
March, date/time TBA
The sheep come out of winter with a heavy coat of wool and spring is a perfect time to relieve them of their burden.
Come join us for shearing day and help gather the wool. While you’re here, learn how to skirt, label and bag the fiber.
Let us know you’re coming and we’ll make sure to have a sample of wool for you to take home.
Scheduled Retreats
These are annual retreats that you can return to every year!
Second weekend in September.
2026: Friday, Sept 11, 5:00 PM -
Sunday, Sept 13, 1:00 PMFall is a perfect time to capture the intensity of color and depth of detail in botanical printing. Plants are offering up powerful color and tannins, producing a captivating array of outcomes.
This deep dive will include the essentials of botanical printing, plus important new techniques, free studio time, and collaboration with others. Our weekend together will be an exploration into the many variations that botanical printing can offer.
On Friday, we’ll begin with the essentials of botanical printing. Each participant will gather plants from the garden and create a series of small prints that demonstrate the unique qualities of each plant.
On Saturday morning, we will learn how to prep fibers for printing, from scouring to mixing and fixing mordants, and will explore how different mordants affect the outcome of each print. We’ll also learn how to use a natual dye blanket to bring background color to each print.
On Saturday afternoon and Sunday, participants will have free time to dive into printing with the instructor present for questions and guidance, and supportive snacks, of course. :)
More details:
All materials provided and included in cost of the event.
Friday evening supper, Saturday and Sunday noon meals, and continuous snacks and beverages are provided and included in the cost of the event.
Lodging is available for an additional cost, and will include continental breakfast. Participants in the retreat will receive a 35% discount for two night stays or more.
Saturday evening meal in not provided, but there are usually leftovers in the fridge to supplement a light supper potluck for anyone staying on site.
Please email, call or text Anna Geyer to reserve lodging or to ask additional questions. landalliancefolk@gmail.com. 319.325.6609.
First weekend in November.
2026 : Friday, Nov 6, 5:00 PM - Sunday, Nov 8, 1:00 PM
From gathering fresh willow to learning a series of crafts, this relaxed weekend retreat will provide a deep dive into the fundamentals of willow.
Crafting with willow is a wonderful journey.
On Friday we’ll gather fresh willow from the folk school wetlands and begin our weekend with a series of small willow crafts in order to get the feel of the willow and learn some basic techniques.
On Saturday, as participants become more comfortable, each person will learn to build a garden tower and a traditional garlic holder. Guests may also suggest additional projects that they want to learn.
On Sunday, each participant will have free time to focus on a project of their choice.All meals are included. Lodging is 50% off for retreat participants staying for both nights.
First Weekend in October
2026, Friday, Oct 2, 5:00 PM - Saturday, Oct 4, all day
Join us for a relaxed weekend at the wood fired oven! Think of it as an extended open studio for all things wood fired. This weekend is for anyone who has previously taken one of our wood fired classes and wants to come play with their own projects. We will have fire in the oven on Friday night and Saturday morning (think pizza and flatbread). Then, during the afternoon and evening on Saturday the oven will be available for bread and baked goods, and slow cooked meals. Be prepared to share the oven space and collaborate with others when inspired!
BYO food, recipe plans and ingredients. We will have flour, yeast and salt with other basic ingredients on hand as well, plus whatever is in the garden. Plan to share what you make with everyone involved!