
Susan Poer
Adult Visual Arts
Susan Poer is a mixed-media artist with a passion for the creative process and the joy it generates. She's enthusiastic about learning new techniques and is always exploring and finding new ways to express herself creatively. She is dedicated to sharing this passion with her students that also crave the desire to express their creativity.

Sewing Open Studio[27WSP]
01/12/27 - 03/2/27, 6:00PM - 8:00PM | TU
Ages 16 to 120 |
Susan Poer |
Lawrence Arts Center
N/A | 27WAAF12
Members $90 | Non-Members $90
Bring your own sewing project, and get personalized help with techniques, troubleshooting, fitting, pattern instructions, machine questions, and more. Whether you’re a beginner who needs extra support or an experienced sewist looking for help with a tricky project, this class is designed to meet you where you are. Class meets three times on 1/12, 2/2, and 3/2.

Thrift Flips[27WSP]
01/14/27 - 03/4/27, 5:30PM - 7:30PM | TH
Ages 16 to 120 |
Susan Poer |
Lawrence Arts Center
N/A | 27WAAF14B
Members $250 | Non-Members $250
In this hands-on class, you'll learn how to build a wardrobe of original pieces transformed from thrifted finds. Bring in several pieces you’ve thrifted, to spark your ideas to transform, while learning to use sewing machines, hand stitching, and other fashion alteration techniques. Techniques may include pattern alterations, needle felting, and/or embroidery. The content will be guided by student’s desires. Sewing machine experience recommended.

Quilted Bowl Cozys[27WSP]
02/6/27 - 02/6/27, 3:00PM - 6:00PM | SA
Ages 16 to 120 |
Susan Poer |
Lawrence Arts Center
N/A | 27WAAF16B
Members $70 | Non-Members $70
In this fun afternoon workshop, you will design and sew your own bowl cozy. This bowl cozy fits a regular cereal or soup bowl, adding both style and function to your mealtime. Machine sewing experience is required for this class. All tools and materials will be provided.

Kinusaiga Workshop[27WSP]
05/22/27 - 05/22/27, 2:00PM - 5:00PM | SA
Ages 16 to 120 |
Susan Poer |
Lawrence Arts Center
N/A | 27SAAF16B
Members $70 | Non-Members $70
Kinusaiga is a Japanese word that translates to "silk painting" and is a technique created in the 1980s. In this hands-on workshop you will use textiles to create a design of your choosing. You will learn how to prepare the foam for the base and all the tips and tricks to cut, place and tuck your fabrics into place.

Thrift Flips[27WSP]
03/25/27 - 05/13/27, 5:30PM - 7:30PM | TH
Ages 16 to 120 |
Susan Poer |
Lawrence Arts Center
N/A | 27SAAF13
Members $250 | Non-Members $250
In this hands-on class, you'll learn how to build a wardrobe of original pieces transformed from thrifted finds. Bring in several pieces you’ve thrifted, to spark your ideas to transform, while learning to use sewing machines, hand stitching, and other fashion alteration techniques. Techniques may include pattern alterations, needle felting, and/or embroidery. The content will be guided by student’s desires. Sewing machine experience recommended.
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