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.
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 […]
Create a coastal clutch with artist Kathy Patrick on Thursday, July 23, from 6 to 8 p.m. Students will paint a lobster design and choose from traditional or custom colors. No experience is required. The class fee is $55 and includes the clutch, optional straps, and all materials. Patrick is the owner of Create With […]
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 […]
Basket Weaving: Cracker or Catchall Basket is on Friday, July 24 from 2 to 5 p.m. The class fee is $55. Suitable for beginners and experienced weavers. Participants make a 5-by-10-by-5-inch basket using a mix of reed sizes and an accent color. Finished with a half-round reed and seagrass. Use it for crackers, rolls, or […]
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 […]
Create custom fabric designs on Wednesday, July 29 from 3 to 5 p.m. at the UMass Dartmouth Art & Design Studios. Instructor Maryam Mahmoudiseraji will teach stencil printing techniques. The class will decorate a tote bag or canvas pouch. Guests may also bring a T-shirt to print. Registration is required and limited to six participants.
Learn how moderate-income households may qualify for a no-cost heat pump during a free Turnkey Services workshop on Wednesday, July 29, from 6 to 7:30 p.m. at the New Bedford Free Public Library. The session will explain eligibility requirements, available incentives, and the application process for heat pump installation. Attendees can learn what benefits may […]
A senior technology workshop focused on misinformation in media is on Thursday, July 30, at 10:30 a.m. at Mattapoisett Free Public Library. The program is sponsored by the library, ORRHS, and the North Attleboro Senior Tech Program. Free technology help services will be available after the presentation. No registration required.
Mattapoisett Free Public Library will host an origami lobster workshop on Thursday, July 30 at 3 p.m. Participants ages 16 and older can learn basic folding techniques with Ms. Betsy. Beginners are welcome. Registration is required.
Adults ages 19 and older are invited to the Mattapoisett Free Public Library Writing Group on Tuesday, Aug. 4, from 5 to 7 p.m. The class will participate in writing exercises, progress check-ins, readings, peer reviews, and quiet writing. No registration is required.
Teens grades 6–12 can make a vintage card catalog junk journal during a Teen Craft Workshop on Wednesday, Aug. 5, at 6 p.m. Participants will also earn raffle tickets for the Jennifer Mason-Black gift basket giveaway.
A free senior technology workshop, "Apps: On the Go," will be held Thursday, Aug. 6, at 10:30 a.m. The Mattapoisett Free Public Library. Old Rochester Regional High School, and the North Attleboro Senior Tech Program sponsor the presentation. Free technology help will be available after the presentation. No registration is required.
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.
Make lifelike crepe-paper tiger lilies on Tuesday, Aug. 11, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Participants will learn how to trace, cut, and shape petals, make clay sepals, paint details, and assemble the flowers using professional-quality crepe paper, floral wire, and tape. The class fee is $55.
Turn used grain bags into sturdy reusable shopping bags on Friday, Aug. 14, from 6 to 7:30 p.m. The class fee is $10. Students will use woven grain, feed, and seed bags to make shopping bags with duct tape instead of sewing. Grain bags are provided. Bring one roll of solid-color duct tape to use […]
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 […]
This workshop is an introduction to the basic methods and procedures of linocut printmaking on Sunday, Aug. 16 from 1 to 3:30 p.m. The fee is $55. Students will begin with an original monochrome drawing and transfer a tracing onto a linoleum block. They will then hand-carve the image before applying ink and printing it […]
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 […]
Keep summer bugs away with handmade insect repellents crafted from essential oils. The workshop is on Friday, Aug. 21 from 4:30 to 6 p.m. Admission is $35. Students will make separate sprays for flying insects and ticks while learning how to blend natural ingredients for outdoor use. The class will focus on practical repellents that […]
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 […]
Leather Crafting: Viking Pouch is scheduled for Saturday, Aug. 29 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. The fee is $55. Materials and tools are included. This workshop goes over basic leatherworking skills. Students will build a classic Viking-style pouch from start to finish. No experience is needed. Choose your leather, shape the design, and add […]
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