Forge Your Own with Angry Giant Forge!
Hands-on blacksmithing session where you heat steel at the forge and hammer out a functional tool like a bottle opener, oyster shucker, steak turner, or fire poker. On-site upgrade options let you customize your finished piece.
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Hands-on silversmithing class focused on creating custom silver stacking rings using basic metalsmith tools and techniques. Expect guided instruction, simple design choices, and a take-home set of polished, wearable rings.

Hands-on silversmithing class focused on creating custom silver stacking rings using basic metalsmith tools and techniques. Expect guided instruction, simple design choices, and a take-home set of polished, wearable rings.
Hands-on silversmithing class focused on creating custom silver stacking rings using basic metalsmith tools and techniques. Expect guided instruction, simple design choices, and a take-home set of polished, wearable rings.

Four day intensive jewelry and metalsmithing course covering jeweler’s saw work, hammering, filing, and flex shaft fundamentals plus acetylene air torch technique. Build finished ready to wear pieces with all materials provided, geared to beginners or refreshers.

Four day intensive jewelry and metalsmithing course covering jeweler’s saw work, hammering, filing, and flex shaft fundamentals plus acetylene air torch technique. Build finished ready to wear pieces with all materials provided, geared to beginners or refreshers.
Four day intensive jewelry and metalsmithing course covering jeweler’s saw work, hammering, filing, and flex shaft fundamentals plus acetylene air torch technique. Build finished ready to wear pieces with all materials provided, geared to beginners or refreshers.

Hands-on pyrography (wood-burning) workshop focused on shading, linework, and texture techniques; participants craft personalized wood panels and learn safe tool handling and grain aware composition in an intimate studio setting.

Hands-on pyrography (wood-burning) workshop focused on shading, linework, and texture techniques; participants craft personalized wood panels and learn safe tool handling and grain aware composition in an intimate studio setting.
Hands-on pyrography (wood-burning) workshop focused on shading, linework, and texture techniques; participants craft personalized wood panels and learn safe tool handling and grain aware composition in an intimate studio setting.

Workshop at Torched AVL, featuring a two-hour hands-on session to make custom cocktail or tea spoons with all materials provided. Suitable for all skill levels and ages 9 and up.

Workshop at Torched AVL, featuring a two-hour hands-on session to make custom cocktail or tea spoons with all materials provided. Suitable for all skill levels and ages 9 and up.
Workshop at Torched AVL, featuring a two-hour hands-on session to make custom cocktail or tea spoons with all materials provided. Suitable for all skill levels and ages 9 and up.
Form, texture, and finish a handmade metal bangle bracelet under instructor Emma Zanetti’s guidance; all tools and materials are provided in a hands on, beginner friendly small group workshop at Newfound Artisan.
Form, texture, and finish a handmade metal bangle bracelet under instructor Emma Zanetti’s guidance; all tools and materials are provided in a hands on, beginner friendly small group workshop at Newfound Artisan.
Form, texture, and finish a handmade metal bangle bracelet under instructor Emma Zanetti’s guidance; all tools and materials are provided in a hands on, beginner friendly small group workshop at Newfound Artisan.

Form and solder a wide sterling-silver band to fit your finger, then add up to three textured metal spinners in a three-hour, hands-on metalsmithing workshop with bench tools, open to ages 9+.

Form and solder a wide sterling-silver band to fit your finger, then add up to three textured metal spinners in a three-hour, hands-on metalsmithing workshop with bench tools, open to ages 9+.
Form and solder a wide sterling-silver band to fit your finger, then add up to three textured metal spinners in a three-hour, hands-on metalsmithing workshop with bench tools, open to ages 9+.

Learn the basics of fused glass while designing sea life inspired pieces using colorful sheet glass, frit, and simple forms. A guided, hands on studio session focused on technique, creativity, and take home artwork.

Learn the basics of fused glass while designing sea life inspired pieces using colorful sheet glass, frit, and simple forms. A guided, hands on studio session focused on technique, creativity, and take home artwork.
Learn the basics of fused glass while designing sea life inspired pieces using colorful sheet glass, frit, and simple forms. A guided, hands on studio session focused on technique, creativity, and take home artwork.

Hands-on metalsmithing workshop where you design a brass and silver bracelet, then torch solder, sand, and polish using traditional studio tools with instructor guidance. Ideal for couples, bachelorette groups, team building, or a solo downtown Asheville creative night.

Hands-on metalsmithing workshop where you design a brass and silver bracelet, then torch solder, sand, and polish using traditional studio tools with instructor guidance. Ideal for couples, bachelorette groups, team building, or a solo downtown Asheville creative night.
Hands-on metalsmithing workshop where you design a brass and silver bracelet, then torch solder, sand, and polish using traditional studio tools with instructor guidance. Ideal for couples, bachelorette groups, team building, or a solo downtown Asheville creative night.

Interactive bookbinding class teaching hand sewn journals with removable pages, customizable covers, and paper selection; beginner friendly instruction and materials provided in an intimate art studio environment.

Interactive bookbinding class teaching hand sewn journals with removable pages, customizable covers, and paper selection; beginner friendly instruction and materials provided in an intimate art studio environment.
Interactive bookbinding class teaching hand sewn journals with removable pages, customizable covers, and paper selection; beginner friendly instruction and materials provided in an intimate art studio environment.

Fast-paced two-day ring casting workshop focused on rapid-fire techniques from wax carving to metal casting and finishing. Expect tool time, molten-metal process demos, and take-home jewelry skills in a studio setting.

Fast-paced two-day ring casting workshop focused on rapid-fire techniques from wax carving to metal casting and finishing. Expect tool time, molten-metal process demos, and take-home jewelry skills in a studio setting.
Fast-paced two-day ring casting workshop focused on rapid-fire techniques from wax carving to metal casting and finishing. Expect tool time, molten-metal process demos, and take-home jewelry skills in a studio setting.

Hands-on mixed media collage session using a surprise grab bag of materials to cut, layer, and assemble textured paper art. Expect a playful, low-pressure workshop vibe with guided techniques and take-home creations.

Hands-on mixed media collage session using a surprise grab bag of materials to cut, layer, and assemble textured paper art. Expect a playful, low-pressure workshop vibe with guided techniques and take-home creations.
Hands-on mixed media collage session using a surprise grab bag of materials to cut, layer, and assemble textured paper art. Expect a playful, low-pressure workshop vibe with guided techniques and take-home creations.

A four-day, hands-on introduction to jewelry making and metalsmithing with guided practice using basic hand tools and foundational techniques. Leave with finished wearable pieces and practical skills for future bench work.

A four-day, hands-on introduction to jewelry making and metalsmithing with guided practice using basic hand tools and foundational techniques. Leave with finished wearable pieces and practical skills for future bench work.
A four-day, hands-on introduction to jewelry making and metalsmithing with guided practice using basic hand tools and foundational techniques. Leave with finished wearable pieces and practical skills for future bench work.

Hands-on sign painting session where you design and paint a personalized sign from start to finish. Expect a relaxed, beginner-friendly creative workshop with guidance, supplies, and a finished piece to take home.

Hands-on sign painting session where you design and paint a personalized sign from start to finish. Expect a relaxed, beginner-friendly creative workshop with guidance, supplies, and a finished piece to take home.
Hands-on sign painting session where you design and paint a personalized sign from start to finish. Expect a relaxed, beginner-friendly creative workshop with guidance, supplies, and a finished piece to take home.

Design and assemble a colorful mosaic plant pot using cut tiles and grout in a hands-on studio workshop. Expect guided instruction, playful patterns, and a take-home piece that doubles as functional decor.

Design and assemble a colorful mosaic plant pot using cut tiles and grout in a hands-on studio workshop. Expect guided instruction, playful patterns, and a take-home piece that doubles as functional decor.
Design and assemble a colorful mosaic plant pot using cut tiles and grout in a hands-on studio workshop. Expect guided instruction, playful patterns, and a take-home piece that doubles as functional decor.

A playful evening of sparkle and collage turns textured papers, found ephemera, and assorted vessels into glowing tabletop lanterns. Gentle step by step guidance creates a cozy, social art party vibe ideal for bringing a friend.

A playful evening of sparkle and collage turns textured papers, found ephemera, and assorted vessels into glowing tabletop lanterns. Gentle step by step guidance creates a cozy, social art party vibe ideal for bringing a friend.
A playful evening of sparkle and collage turns textured papers, found ephemera, and assorted vessels into glowing tabletop lanterns. Gentle step by step guidance creates a cozy, social art party vibe ideal for bringing a friend.

Earthy kudzu vines transformed into woven baskets in a hands on studio workshop teaching coil and twining techniques. Participants of all skill levels learn plant fiber preparation and leave with a finished basket.

Earthy kudzu vines transformed into woven baskets in a hands on studio workshop teaching coil and twining techniques. Participants of all skill levels learn plant fiber preparation and leave with a finished basket.
Earthy kudzu vines transformed into woven baskets in a hands on studio workshop teaching coil and twining techniques. Participants of all skill levels learn plant fiber preparation and leave with a finished basket.

Hands-on basket weaving sessions using freshly harvested garden materials to create a sturdy harvest basket by semester’s end. Weekly Tuesday evening meetups in a cozy garden cabin with tools provided and flexible drop-in attendance.

Hands-on basket weaving sessions using freshly harvested garden materials to create a sturdy harvest basket by semester’s end. Weekly Tuesday evening meetups in a cozy garden cabin with tools provided and flexible drop-in attendance.
Hands-on basket weaving sessions using freshly harvested garden materials to create a sturdy harvest basket by semester’s end. Weekly Tuesday evening meetups in a cozy garden cabin with tools provided and flexible drop-in attendance.

Hands-on mosaic art session turning colorful tile pieces into a decorative garden stepping stone. Step-by-step instruction in a studio setting makes it approachable for beginners and casual crafters.

Hands-on mosaic art session turning colorful tile pieces into a decorative garden stepping stone. Step-by-step instruction in a studio setting makes it approachable for beginners and casual crafters.
Hands-on mosaic art session turning colorful tile pieces into a decorative garden stepping stone. Step-by-step instruction in a studio setting makes it approachable for beginners and casual crafters.
Hands-on workshop pouring your own organic soy candles, with step-by-step guidance through scent and pour techniques. Hosted inside a brewery taproom for a relaxed, casual maker night with drinks available.
Hands-on workshop pouring your own organic soy candles, with step-by-step guidance through scent and pour techniques. Hosted inside a brewery taproom for a relaxed, casual maker night with drinks available.
Hands-on workshop pouring your own organic soy candles, with step-by-step guidance through scent and pour techniques. Hosted inside a brewery taproom for a relaxed, casual maker night with drinks available.

Hands-on metalsmithing workshop focused on designing and making a silver pendant with a set stone. Expect torch work, filing and polishing, and take-home jewelry with personalized details.

Hands-on metalsmithing workshop focused on designing and making a silver pendant with a set stone. Expect torch work, filing and polishing, and take-home jewelry with personalized details.
Hands-on metalsmithing workshop focused on designing and making a silver pendant with a set stone. Expect torch work, filing and polishing, and take-home jewelry with personalized details.