The tide clocks workshop will be held Sunday, June 28, from 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Admission is $55. Participants will design a tide clock on a Masonite base using paint, paper, and collage techniques. Each piece is assembled with a one-hand clock mechanism. All supplies are included. Participants may bring shells, sea glass, or […]
A bread basket workshop is scheduled for Tuesday, June 30 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. The class fee is $65. Students will create a sturdy, versatile basket that fits right in at the table, whether it’s for an Italian, French, or classic American meal. The design features a wooden oak base with flat and […]
Nantucket Lightship Cuff Bracelets will be offered Saturday, July 11, from 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. The class fee is $125, with all materials included. Create a handwoven Nantucket Lightship bracelet using high-quality rattan reeds and staves. Choose your colors and craft a lasting keepsake inspired by a classic Nantucket tradition. Bracelets are finished with […]
Create handmade jewelry during a clay workshop on Thursday, July 16, from 10 a.m. to noon. The class fee is $55. Students will learn basic hand-building, slab-rolling, scoring, slipping, embossing, and slumping techniques using self-drying clay. All materials are provided. Attendees will return the following week to paint their creations and attach jewelry findings.
Cyanotype and Anthotype Print Process Making working will be held on May 9 from 10 a.m. to noon. The fee is $55. This class explores cyanotype (blue prints) and anthotype sun printing using botanicals, sunlight, water, and light-sensitive materials. Students will make several finished prints and learn how to mix and apply cyanotype solution to […]
Create a handcrafted tote basket with Shaker-tape handles during a class from 1 to 5 p.m. on Sunday, July 19. Students will weave a 10-by-6-by-10-inch basket using natural reeds, with the option to add colored accents and a black walnut stain for extra durability. The $55 fee includes all materials. The finished basket is practical […]
Yoga Es Vida Collective at Kilburn Mill features a qigong class on Tuesday, July 14 at 6 p.m and Thursday, July 23 at 10 a.m.. Qigong is a gentle mind-and-body practice that combines slow movements, breathing, and meditation. The class focuses on balance, relaxation, and overall well-being. It is suitable for all experience levels.
Leatherwork: Pocket Purse will be held on Friday, July 24, from 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. for ages 15 and older. The fee is $45. All tools and materials are provided. Create a trifold leather pocket purse with button-stud closures, available in a choice of leather colors and textures. The workshop covers saddle stitching and […]
This basket-weaving workshop will guide participants in creating a functional 8-by-8-by-10-inch basket for several everyday uses, from holding dinner rolls and fruit to serving as a catchall for household items. The class fee is $55. Made with quarter-inch reeds and finished with a half-round reed, the medium-sized basket will be dipped in a black walnut […]
Yoga Es Vida Collective offers a restorative sound healing experience on Sunday, July 26 from 6 to 7:30 p.m. Admission is $25. The session features the vibrations of sacred instruments designed to encourage relaxation, reflection, and reconnection. Participants will explore the senses, bioscalar energy, and the wisdom of the five elements.
Make a hand-sewn felt hummingbird ornament on Saturday, Aug. 1 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Admission is $45. Materials are included. The class will create a hand-stitched felt hummingbird inspired by one of summer's favorite birds using a pattern, hand sewing, stitching, and stuffing. Participants will use hand sewing, stitching, and stuffing techniques to […]
Make your own beeswax kitchen wraps in this hands-on workshop focused on simple, sustainable living. Participants create up to six reusable wraps in three sizes using organic cotton infused with beeswax, plant oil, and tree resin. These wraps work well for storing food, packing lunches, and reducing everyday plastic use. Durable and flexible, they can […]
The watercolor workshop is scheduled for Wednesday, Aug. 5, from 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. The fee is $45. Students will paint a summer daisy scene while learning foundational watercolor techniques. The class covers wet-on-wet, wet-on-damp, wet-on-dry, layering, bleeding effects, and the use of masking fluid to preserve highlights.
A pop up paper flower card workshop will be held on Thursday, Aug. 7, from 4:30 to 6 p.m. The fee is $35. The class will learn how to make handmade paper flower cards. Cookies and cider will be served, and drop-ins are welcome.
Learn the basics of resin art while creating two faux agate coasters. The instructor covers mixing resin, adding color, shaping patterns, applying gold leaf, and finishing each piece. The class fee is $45. Projects may require next-day pickup to allow for drying.
In this workshop, students will learn the art of accordion-style bookbinding. The class fee is $45. They will create a handmade book using book boards, decorative papers, and mixed media. The finished piece is suitable for collage, painting, decoupage, transfer printing, or writing.
This workshop will teach students how to make colorful friendship bracelets that symbolize lasting friendship. Each participant will choose their colors and learn four basic weaving styles using freestyle techniques, a small loom, and a cardboard guide. Everyone will begin all four styles and finish at least one bracelet during the class. The class is […]
Create macrame floating shelves and a keychain on Friday, Aug. 14, from 6 to 8:30 p.m. The class fee is $55. Students will learn a few essential knots, then put them to work creating two handmade projects. The workshop covers the basics of macrame, a centuries-old textile art built entirely by hand. No complicated tools […]
An observer gasped when realizing the roses were not real, but handmade. These lifelike blooms capture classic symbols of love, beauty, and passion, crafted as detailed sculptures that closely resemble fresh flowers. The class fee is $35. Students choose their colors and learn to trace, cut, and shape rose petals and leaves using professional-quality crepe […]
A decoupage shell workshop is scheduled for Friday, Aug. 21, from 6 to 8 p.m. The fee is $45. The Black Whale will provide recycled oyster shells for the project. The instructor will cover how to decorate oyster and scallop shells with paper designs, glue and varnish. Participants will finish their pieces with 14-karat gold […]
Learn how to turn broken ceramics and other found materials into a colorful mosaic plant pot. The workshop takes place Aug. 22 from 10 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. and costs $65. Participants will work with a medium-sized terra cotta pot and learn how to shape ceramic pieces, apply adhesive, and grout the finished design. Materials […]
In this creative workshop, materials that often catch the eye serve as the starting point for creating something personal and lasting. All supplies are provided. Guidance comes from Carolyn, who leads the group through the process with care. Participants can make jewelry, charms, hair clips, ornaments, flowers, leaves, insects, or any small piece that sparks […]
New Bedford is known for its rich scrimshaw tradition. On Tuesday, Aug. 25, from 10 a.m. to noon, participants can learn the basics of this historic art form for $45. The workshop focuses on pin-carved scrimshaw, with practice on small polymer pieces before moving on to cow bone. The class can choose from the provided […]
Turn three wooden spoons into one-of-a-kind kitchen pieces with pyrography. The workshop is Friday, Aug. 28, from 6 to 7:30 p.m. and costs $45. Beginners will learn how to safely handle a wood-burning tool, choose the right tips, and transfer a design onto wood. After a demonstration, participants will practice their technique and then burn […]
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