CLASSES

We are always working on offering more classes. We'll announce any upcoming classes here, via our classes only email list and on Facebook and Instagram.
Contact us at classes@ingebretsens.com to be added to our Classes Email list, so you don't miss a thing! Tusen takk!

 

Rosemaling Classes
Rosemaling (rose painting) is a form of beautiful decorative folk painting that developed in Norway around the 1700s. Looking to learn the folk art and styles of Norwegian Rosemaling? If you are interested, please visit  rosemalingclasses.com  for information on in-person and Zoom classes across the U.S.

BEGINNING HARDANGER - MAKE A HEART with Becky Lieser

 

Beginning Hardanger

In this class Becky Lieser will teach you foundational Hardanger stitches and the process of starting and finishing a piece of lace. You will make a heart ornament from a kit which can be purchased at Ingebretsen's on the first day of class.
The first meeting of the class will focus on preparing your cloth for stitching, reading a pattern, and working stitches.
The second meeting is stitching time, with Becky guiding you. Stitching at home before the final class is recommended.
The third and final class will focus on finishing your heart ornament.

Class runs for 3 weeks:

Saturdays, April 6, 13, 20  from 10 to noon

Class fee: $55 plus $15 materials kit- You can purchase your first day of class.

Class size limited to 4. Please register early.
To register for a class, call our main store at 612 729 9333 and reserve your place with a credit card.  
Becky recommends the book Hardanger Basics and Beyond for Reference

HARDANGER CLINIC with Becky Lieser

 

Need help on a stitch or tricky segment of a project? Want to learn some new stitches? Ready to do cutting but are afraid to do so? Come and stitch and have one-on-one time with Becky as she answers your Hardanger questions. She will help you through the parts of your project that are currently stalled.

Two separate sessions:
Saturday, April 6  from  1 to 3
or
Saturday, April 20  from  1 to 3

Class fee: $30/ea

Class size limited to 4. Please register early.
To register for a class, call our main store at 612 729 9333 and reserve your place with a credit card.  

SINGLADE BALLS with Kate Sterner

Singlade Balls

Kate Sterner will teach you how to make singlade balls, traditional hand-stitched balls made from wool yarn. It's a lovely way to make a toy for a child or a cat, and to use those colorful bits of yarn in your stash. This rare handcraft is found in Denmark and southern Sweden. Kate learned from her Danish grandfather and has created a website dedicated to preserving and furthering this craft. Join Kate and have fun keeping a tradition alive.
Bring wool yarn and a darning needle. $35
Classes will be held in our Needlework store (1605 E Lake St) and class sizes will be limited to 4 students.
To register for a class, call our main store at 612 729 9333 and reserve your place with a credit card. 

2024 dates: 
Saturdays 10am to 12pm

January 6 & 13

March 2 & 9 - Class Full

May 4 & 11

July 13 & 20

September 21 & 28

November 2 & 9

Read more about Kate Sterner on our Teacher Profile Blog 

To register for a class, call our main store at 612-729-9333 and reserve your place with a credit card. If you have questions about a class, please email  classes@ingebretsens.com

Be sure to check the location of the class in which you are interested. 
Unless noted, classes are at our main store, 1601 E. Lake Street, Minneapolis. We also hold classes, especially for cooking, at Norway House, 913 E Franklin Avenue.
Cancellations must be made one week in advance to receive a refund.