Service Description

A new spin on a classic toy - come create a soft sculpture sock monkey that won't haunt your dreams. These weighted sock monkeys are sure to delight both young and old. Basic sewing skills are required. Designed and led by Amber Van Andel of The Sculpted Sock. Materials provided in class to create these magical wonders! More on Amber Van Andel of The Sculpted Sock: Amber has been experimenting with fabrics and textures since she was able to use a sewing machine. In 2013, she started exploring dollmaking, and set out to create a 'non-creepy' sock monkey keepsake for her son. Around this time, she had the opportunity to work with Mollie Makes to develop an easy make-along sock doll. Lately, Amber has been learning about Waldorf-inspired natural-fibre art dolls. She incorporates colour and personality into each unique creation, with a belief that everyone can use a little whimsy and cute in their lives. Along with doll making, she is using her sewing machine to create 2D works of free-motion embroidery, or thread sketch. She uses dollmaking scraps and vintage books to create unique textured art pieces.