• Crepe Paper Irises workshop

    New Bedford Arts and Cultural Emporium at Kilburn Mill 101 W. Rodney French Blvd. Studio 260, New Bedford, MA, United States

    Create lifelike iris flowers by hand in this workshop. Students shape petals, build stamens, and assemble each bloom. Friday, April 17, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. The special class fee is $35. Crepe paper and pastels will be used for detail. The assembly includes glue, floral tape, and wire. Stems and leaves are added […]

  • Self-hardening Clay Jewelry Workshop

    Self-hardening Clay Jewelry Workshop
    New Bedford Arts and Cultural Emporium at Kilburn Mill 101 W. Rodney French Blvd. Studio 260, New Bedford, MA, United States

    Self-hardening Clay Jewelry Workshop meets Fridays in April from 5 to 7:30 p.m. Cost is $55. Students learn basic hand-building techniques, including slab rolling, scoring, slipping, embossing, and shaping. All materials are provided. A second session focuses on painting and finishing. Participants assemble their pieces and complete their designs.

  • Resin Jewelry Workshop

    Resin Jewelry Workshop
    New Bedford Arts and Cultural Emporium at Kilburn Mill 101 W. Rodney French Blvd. Studio 260, New Bedford, MA, United States

    A resin jewelry workshop introduces the basics of creating pieces with UV resin on Friday, April 17, or Friday, May 8, from 6 to 8 p.m. The class fee is $55. Participants will make a keychain, necklace, and earrings using open bezel settings. Materials may include botanicals, dried flowers, gold leaf, shells, and beads. Instruction […]

  • Leatherwork Pocket Purse: Saddle stitched/Button Studs workshop

    New Bedford Arts and Cultural Emporium at Kilburn Mill 101 W. Rodney French Blvd. Studio 260, New Bedford, MA, United States

    A leather stamping and stitching workshop for beginners teaches the basics of leathercraft on Saturday, April 18, from 1:30 to 4:30 p.m.. Students will create a small decorated leather purse. The fee is $55 The class will learn to use stamping tools, design patterns, and prepare leather through casing. Instruction also covers pressure, alignment, mallet […]

  • Gold Leafing: Gilded little Seashells and Wishbones workshop

    New Bedford Arts and Cultural Emporium at Kilburn Mill 101 W. Rodney French Blvd. Studio 260, New Bedford, MA, United States

    A gold leafing workshop introduces the time-honored technique of gilding, first used by ancient Egyptians and later adopted by the Romans. Students will learn the basics of applying gold leaf to three-dimensional objects. Topics include surface preparation, proper adhesives, applying the gold leaf, polishing, and optional varnishing. Wednesday, April 23, from 1 to 2:30 p.m. […]

  • Grow your own Mushrooms

    New Bedford Arts and Cultural Emporium at Kilburn Mill 101 W. Rodney French Blvd. Studio 260, New Bedford, MA, United States

    A mushroom growing workshop with Jim Watkins of Nurcha Foods runs Thursday, April 23, from 6:30 to 8 p.m. The fee is $55. Watkins covers how to grow edible mushrooms at home. Topics include mushroom basics, varieties, and simple growing methods using store-bought or homegrown mushrooms. Guidance also includes adding mushrooms to gardens or houseplants […]

  • Hand-Painted Gourd Birdhouse workshop

    New Bedford Arts and Cultural Emporium at Kilburn Mill 101 W. Rodney French Blvd. Studio 260, New Bedford, MA, United States

    A bottle gourd birdhouse workshop will be held Saturday, April 25, from 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. The cost is $55. Bottle gourds are versatile natural forms used for instruments, vessels, and decorative pieces. Students will create a birdhouse by cutting an opening, sanding, priming, and painting. All skill levels are welcome. Suitable for individuals […]