• Crepe Paper Poppies

    New Bedford Arts & Cultural Emporium 101 West Rodney French Blvd, Suite 2-60, New Bedford, MA, United States

    In this workshop students will create detailed paper poppies using professional-quality crepe paper, clay, pastels, thread, and paint in this hands-on workshop. The class covers tracing, cutting, shaping petals and […]

  • No Sew Recycled Shopping Bags

    New Bedford Arts & Cultural Emporium 101 West Rodney French Blvd, Suite 2-60, New Bedford, MA, United States

    Learn how to make durable, reusable bags in this hands-on workshop at NBACE. Students will turn colorful grain, feed, and seed bags into everyday totes. These woven plastic materials are strong and long-lasting, making them perfect for upcycling. The process is fast and requires no sewing. Duct tape is used to assemble the bags quickly […]

  • Scrimshaw: Hands on for Beginners

    New Bedford Arts & Cultural Emporium 101 West Rodney French Blvd, Suite 2-60, New Bedford, MA, United States

    Learn the traditional art of scrimshaw, a historic form of engraving once practiced by whalers. The workshop begins with a simple design on polymer to build confidence, then moves on to carving a piece of cow bone using provided or personal designs. Materials are included, though bone, antler, Corian or acrylic pieces may also be […]

  • Decoupage Seashells

    New Bedford Arts & Cultural Emporium 101 West Rodney French Blvd, Suite 2-60, New Bedford, MA, United States

    This hands-on workshop guides students through the art of decoupage using recycled oyster shells from The Black Whale. The class will create decorative pieces that can serve as catchalls or hanging ornaments, finishing them with 14K gold enamel paint. Rooted in centuries-old tradition, decoupage involves layering paper designs onto natural surfaces and sealing them with […]