Flower Power: Flower Pounding on Paper is on Sunday, June 14, from 1 to 2:30 p.m. The class fee is $45. Tatakizome is an ancient Japanese technique that transfers flowers onto fabric or paper. It is simple and produces vivid results. Students will create a design on cotton rag watercolor paper, then use a hammer […]
Leather Crafting: Viking Pouch is scheduled for Saturday, June 13, 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 […]
Resin Open Bezel Keychain, Necklace, and Earrings is on Friday, June 12, from 6 to 8 p.m. The fee is $55. Make custom resin jewelry in this beginner-friendly workshop. All materials are provided. The class will design keychains, necklaces, and earrings using UV resin and open bezel settings. Choose from botanicals, dried flowers, gold leaf, […]
The Hellebores Crepe Paper Beauties class is on Thursday, June 11 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Fee is $35. Hellebores, also known as Lenten roses, are elegant and a bit mysterious. Learn to cut and shape petals and build detailed stamens using crepe paper. Assemble each bloom with floral glue tape, wire, and thread. […]
Basket Weaving: Cracker or Catchall Basket is on Tuesday, June 9, 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 […]
Tide Clocks - Fashion Your Own - A Guided Workshop will be held Sunday, June 7, from 2 to 4:30 p.m. Admission is $55. Attendees 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 […]
This workshop focuses on making hand-painted gourd birdhouses. It will be held on Saturday, June 6, from 10 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. The class fee is $45. Students will cut an opening, sand, prime, and paint their gourds to make unique homes for birds. The project is suitable for all skill levels. Guests are encouraged […]
Learn to Play the Harmonica, Level I and Level II, is on Thursday, June 4. Level II meets from 4:30 to 6 p.m. Level I follows from 6 to 7:30 p.m. Sessions cover technique, including grip and mouth position. Instruction includes rhythm, chords, and note control. Participants will play along with familiar songs. Level II […]
A vision board workshop will be held on Sunday, May 31, from 1 to 2:30 p.m. Admission is $35. The class blends guided reflection with collage work to help participants define goals and direction. Using magazines, images, and provided materials, students create a personalized board that reflects their plans and priorities. Writing prompts support the […]
A 2D textured foil sculpting workshop is scheduled for Saturday, May 30, from 1 to 3:30 p.m. The class fee is $35. Students will sketch a design, layer foil, and handshape texture. Final touches include polishing and antiquing.
A Beeswax Kitchen Wraps workshop runs from 10 to 11:30 a.m. on Saturday, May 30 at the Kilburn Mill. The class fee is $45. Students will create up to six reusable cotton and beeswax wraps in three sizes as an alternative to plastic wrap. The class uses organic cotton, beeswax, plant oil, and tree resin […]
Create handmade bookmarks with pressed flowers and decorative materials on Friday, May 29, from 2 to 4 p.m. The $45 workshop includes dried flowers, paper, tassels, ribbons, and laminating supplies.
Crepe Paper Hibiscus is scheduled for Friday, May 29, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. The fee is $35. Students can choose colors and create up to three hibiscus flowers. The class will cover cutting and shaping petals, building the flower center, and assembling the finished pieces with crepe paper, floral wire, and tape.
The Mosaic Trivets with Pottery Shards and Glass workshop is scheduled for Thursday, May 28, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. The class fee is $55. Students will learn mosaic-making techniques, including clipping, sanding, grouting, and finishing. Each participant will make a one-of-a-kind trivet using pottery shards, glass, and ceramic pieces.
A felt robin hand-stitching workshop runs May 27 from 1 to 4 p.m. The class fee is $45. Participants will create a life-size felt robin using blanket stitches, running stitches, sequins, and French knots. Beginners are welcome, and instruction is available as needed. Each student will complete a three-dimensional bird to take home. The included […]
A beginner sewing workshop with master tailor Barbara Cory of Nordstrom is scheduled for May 24 from 1 to 4 p.m. The class fee is $55. Students will make a beach bag while learning sewing basics, including pattern layout, cutting fabric, threading and maintaining a machine, stitching straight lines, turning corners, reverse stitching, attaching handles, […]
A bottle gourd birdhouse workshop will be held Saturday, May 23 from 1 to 3 p.m. The class fee is $40. 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 […]
On Saturday, May 23, from 10 a.m. to noon, students can create custom T-shirts using bleach, stencils, stamps, and spray techniques. The $45 class focuses on image effects that can transform a plain shirt into a one-of-a-kind design. Attendees are encouraged to wear clothing that can get stained since bleach may splash during the class.
The Crepe Paper Parrot Tulips, Flower of the Month workshop is on Friday, May 22, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. The fee is $55. Create bold, lifelike parrot tulips using crepe paper, pastels, and wire. Learn to shape petals, add detail, and assemble each flower with simple techniques. Make up to two blooms in […]
Neurographica Doodle Workshop is on May 20 from 1 to 3 p.m. This guided class helps participants refocus and ease stress, fear, and anxiety. Students learn to draw intricate, self-guided designs. The process may support relaxation and mental clarity. No promises, but many find it calming. Finished pieces work well as cards or gifts. Continued […]
A bread basket workshop is scheduled for May 19 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 half-oval […]
A beginner paper quilling class will be held on Saturday, May 16, from 1 to 3:30 p.m. Admission is $45. The workshop teaches the decorative paper art of quilling through the creation of handmade earrings. Participants will roll and shape paper into colorful designs using traditional quilling tools. Sample patterns will be available, along with […]
Relief block printing for cards and images will be held Saturday, May 16, from 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. The class fee is $55. Learn the basics of carving and printing reliefs as you create a small set of stationery or notecards. The class covers transferring an image to a medium-hard rubber block, simple carving […]
A kite-making workshop, “Let’s Go Fly a Kite,” is on Saturday, May 16, from 10 a.m. to noon. Admission is $45. Participants will create a large personalized diamond kite complete with a tail and wind telltale. They can choose ripstop nylon colors and decorate the kite with paint or nylon shapes. Simple designs such as […]
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