Geri Beam 2026-27 Workshops
Fee Schedules
Workshops – hands-on classroom events lasting 4-6 hours
• Base Fee - $100-300
• Travel cost – Travel segments are in 30-minute increments. There are no charges for the first 30-minutes from Ball Ground GA. For each additional segment there is a charge of $40.00
• Kit fees per student are determined per workshop • Number of attendees – minimum and maximum are determined per workshop
• Documentation includes 10 copies of handouts with link to electronic copies
Geri's Workshops
From Flat to Fabulous: Adding Texture and Dimension to Art Quilts
Base Fee: $100 Kit Fee: $25 Time: 4 hours
Student Minimum/Max: 4 -15
Ready to take your fiber art to the next dimension? Transform your flat fabric into a striking 12”x12” mixed-media masterpiece in this upcoming workshop. Ditch the traditional rules and learn how to sculpt with:
• Specialty fibers & paper
• Dimensional paint
• Free-motion quilting
• Professional corded binding
Leave class with a gorgeous, high-texture wall hanging ready for gallery display.
The Button Boutique: Create, Upcycle & Embellish
Base Fee: $100 Kit Fee: $10 Time: 4 hours
Student Minimum/Max: 4 -10
Ready to level up your crafting game with the humble button? Whether you want to bust your current supply stash or build something beautiful from scratch, you will learn four unique button-making techniques to make your projects pop. What we are making:
• Go Green: Transform paper and recycled materials into unique closures
• Stash Bust: Master the art of button stacking to clear out your supply jars
• Get Clever: Create gorgeous fabric-stuffed buttons using everyday metal washers
• Press It: Design and press your own custom 1-inch badge using a professional button machine!
No experience needed—just bring your creativity!
Value Added: Mastering Light and Dark in Quilting
Base Fee: $100 Kit Fee: $0 Time: 4 hours
Student Minimum/Max: 4 -25
Staring at your fabric stash and unsure if your colors will work together? Take the guesswork out of your next quilt! Join Geri’s 3-hour interactive workshop to master the power of light and dark. You’ll walk away with custom design tools, a personalized value profile, and the rock-solid confidence to create stunning fabric gradations every single time.
The Portable Palette: Relaxing Textile Art with Needle and Thread
Base Fee: $200 Kit Fee: $20 Time: 4 hours
Student Minimum/Max: 4 -10
Step away from the fast-paced world and discover the mindful art of slow stitching. Whether you are picking up a needle for the very first time or are an advanced stitcher looking for a portable, creative outlet, this 4-hour immersive workshop is your perfect sanctuary. Join instructor Geri to explore the therapeutic rhythm of hand-work, combining fabric patchwork, traditional embroidery and unique embellishments. You will learn to let go of perfection, embrace the process and create a beautiful, portable sewing kit in a warm, welcoming environment with fellow makers.
No experience or prep work is required—just bring your creativity and get ready to establish a beautiful new way to unwind.
Panel to Purse: Craft Your Own Statement Bag
Base Fee: $100 Kit Fee: $0 Time: 4 hours
Student Minimum/Max: 4 -15
Learn how to make any fabric panel work for you, no matter its size or shape. This intensive 4- hour workshop teaches you how to alter a standard bag pattern to perfectly fit and frame your chosen textile art. You will master fussy-cutting techniques, pattern adjustments, and structural stabilization. Using your unique panel and pattern, Geri will guide you through the design process, helping you alter the pattern to perfectly frame and stitch a custom, professionally finished handbag. Armed with this custom blueprint, you’ll have the skills and confidence to transform your fabric into a true, one-of-a-kind fashion accessory.
Custom Canvas Workshop: Upcycled Totes & Pouches
Base Fee: $150 Kit Fee: $30 Time: 4 hours
Student Minimum/Max: 4 -15
Turn everyday accessories into extraordinary, custom-designed gifts. In this fast-paced, 4-hour session, you will skip the tedious sewing assembly and dive straight into the fun of surface design. Learn how to combine stamps, texture plates, inks, and embellishments to completely reinvent pre-made tote bags and zipper pouches. It is the ultimate afternoon of stress-free crafting that leaves you with a suite of personalized, boutique-quality items ready to give away.
Mixed-Media Fabric Magic: Textures, Tea Bags & Textile Paint
Base Fee: $200 Kit Fee: $20 Time: 4 hours
Student Minimum/Max: 4 -20
Unlock the secrets of combining paper, paint, and fabric into a cohesive piece of art. This comprehensive, one-day masterclass guides you through advanced techniques like stenciling, stamping and layering with everyday ephemera like tea bags. Perfect for beginners and curious makers alike, you will design and assemble a rich, layered textile collage that is completely ready for hand or machine stitching.
Stamped & Saturated: Designing Custom Fabric with Print Pastes
Base Fee: $200 Kit Fee: $20 Time: 4 hours
Student Minimum/Max: 4 -20
Stop relying on store-bought prints and start designing your own signature fabrics! If you want to elevate your quilting blocks or garment projects with completely unique surface designs, this 4-hour hands-on workshop is your perfect gateway. Using the artistic power of thick print pastes, stencils and hand-made or commercial stamps, you will learn how to build rich, layered patterns directly onto blank yardage. Textile artist Geri will guide you through the process of locking rich pigments into fabric fibers for vibrant, wash-fast results that remain soft to the touch.
Nuke the Dye: Fast & Easy Ice-Dyeing
Base Fee: $250 Kit Fee: $10 Time: 6 hours Student Minimum/Max: 4 -20
Ready to create a custom jaw-dropping t-shirt in record time? Skip the traditional multi-day waiting game and join artist Geri for a fast-paced, high-energy workshop that turns ice-dyeing on its head! Using the magic of a microwave, you will speed up the dye process to create a stunning, vibrant statement piece in just one session. Bring your own pre-washed, 100% cotton t-shirt, and Geri will provide all the specialized dyes, ice, and gear. You will experiment with intricate folding and resist techniques, pick your perfect color palette, and watch your design melt into a wearable masterpiece.
Stash to Style: A 6-Hour Masterclass in Fashion and Quilting Overdyeing
Base Fee: $250 Kit Fee: $10 Time: 6 hours
Student Minimum/Max: 4 -20
Give your wardrobe and your fabric stash a vibrant second life. Whether you want to rescue stained clothing, transform thrift-store finds, or refresh leftover quilting fabrics to match a new project, the secret is overdyeing. This comprehensive, 6-hour intensive workshop strips away the guesswork and dives deep into the intersection of sustainable fashion and quilting upcycling. Led by textile artist Geri, you will learn how to look at existing garments or printed fabrics and accurately predict how a new layer of color will transform them. Through visual examples and professional breakdowns, you will master how to turn mismatched stash fabrics and tired clothes into a cohesive, designer palette. Plus, Geri will share her signature shortcut: how to successfully overdye using a microwave!
The Stripping Session: Unlocking Design through Color Discharge
Base Fee: $200 Kit Fee: $25 Time: 4 hours
Student Minimum/Max: 4 -20
Discover the magic of designing in reverse! Learn how to create stunning textile art by removing color instead of adding it.
If you are ready to unlock a whole new dimension of fabric design, this 4-hour hands-on workshop is your perfect playground. Color discharging—the process of selectively removing or stripping dye from fabric—allows you to create breathtaking layers, crisp stenciled patterns, and ghostly, luminous visual depth that traditional dyeing simply cannot replicate. Led by textile artist Geri, you will learn the science and safety of discharging agents and how different base fabrics react to reveal surprising hidden hues.
Fabric Foiling Masterclass: Add Shimmer, Sparkle & Layered Shine
Base Fee: $200 Kit Fee: $40 Time: 4 hours
Student Minimum/Max: 4 -20
Ready to make your fabric art pop? Spend a creative 4 hours learning the secrets behind professional-grade fabric foiling. This practical workshop teaches you how to safely apply, layer, and fuse metallic foils onto cotton, canvas, and mixed-media surfaces. You will experiment with abstract textures, precise stenciled designs, and layered combinations that catch the light beautifully. Walk away with the technical confidence, muscle memory, and a custom-foiled project ready to elevate your sewing or quilting.
Hands-On Heat Press: Transfer Art to Fabric, Aprons & Hard Surfaces
Base Fee: $250 Kit Fee: $45 Time: 4 hours
Student Minimum/Max: 4 -10
Roll up your sleeves and master the heat press in this intensive, 4-hour practical workshop. Going far beyond theory, you will get direct, hands-on experience transferring custom artwork onto a variety of real-world items, including custom apparel, functional aprons, and rigid hard surfaces. Under expert guidance, you will dial in the exact time, temperature, and pressure settings for different materials, test various transfer media, and learn troubleshooting tricks firsthand. You will design, press, and walk away with a collection of beautifully customized, professional-grade items ready to use or gift.
Instant Eco-Printing: Fast-Track Botanical Art on Paper & Fabric
Base Fee: $300 Kit Fee: $45 Time: 6 hours
Student Minimum/Max: 4 -10
Capture the permanent beauty of nature in just a fraction of the traditional time! Traditional botanical eco-printing can take days of steaming and waiting, but the power of a heat press unlocks brilliant results in minutes. If you are ready to master a fast, beautiful, and foolproof printing process, this 6-hour introductory workshop is your perfect gateway. Led by artist Geri, you will learn how to extract vivid colors and intricate textures directly from real flowers and leaves, transferring nature's silhouettes flawlessly onto both paper and fabric surfaces.
This comprehensive session covers everything from initial plant selection to final print preservation. You will spend the day experimenting with different botanical combinations, mastering machine safety, and building your confidence with hands-on practice.