Shaker Tape Footstool Class – Sliding Scale

Weave a functional footstool by hand using splint reed and a choice of patterns. This creative, community-minded workshop welcomes beginners and experienced makers alike.View original

Weave a comfortable Shaker-style chair seat using cotton strapping, with colorful options and advanced patterns for adventurous makers. This hands-on beginner workshop welcomes newcomers and offers modifications for different needs.View original

Learn paper or fiber rush weaving while building a durable chair seat, with instruction in a deceptively simple pattern that takes strength and practice to finish neatly. Modifications are available for different needs.View original

Hands-on instruction in traditional chair caning, threading rattan strands through a drilled frame to weave a durable seat. This beginner-friendly, five-session workshop builds practical furniture craft skills.View original

Hands-on chair restoration class teaches traditional Danish cord weaving, transforming a chair with four round rails into a durable, gorgeous seat. Bring your own chair; moderate hand strength is required.View original

Shape broom corn and stalk ends into handmade whisk brooms, starting with a cake tester or pot scrubber before progressing to a triad, hawks tail, or turkey wing design.View original

Learn traditional Irish súgán seat weaving with twisted, double-ply green seagrass cord, wrapping a four-rail chair in a hands-on class that is less physically demanding than rush weaving.View original

Hands-on basket weaving class focused on building a sturdy square basket, with step-by-step instruction and materials guidance. A cozy creative workshop geared toward beginners and curious crafters looking to learn practical weaving techniques.View original

Hands-on jewelry workshop covering the full metalsmithing process—measuring, sawing, shaping, soldering, and polishing—to create three stackable rings. Choose sterling silver or 14k gold fill and leave with finished pieces ready to wear.View original

Create a wooden puzzle box holder in a hands-on woodworking workshop for adults. This affordable, two-hour class welcomes participants ages 18 and older.View original

Shape ceramic pieces using the pinch-pot technique in a hands-on pottery workshop, then glaze and fire your work. Adult participants learn tactile clay crafting with guidance from a local potter.View original

A relaxed, hands-on introduction to knitting and crochet welcomes beginners, with no supplies or prior experience needed. Learn foundational fiber arts skills in a friendly, accessible workshop.View original

Hands-on willow basket weaving blends traditional craft with mindful reflection in a mountain retreat setting. Participants cultivate connection to the Earth, themselves, and community through a shared creative practice.View original

Shape a personal clay piece while learning the pinch pot technique in an adult ceramics workshop. Instruction, clay, glazing, and firing are included, with finished work ready for pickup a few weeks later.View original

Create pebble-inspired stacking silver rings in a hands-on jewelry-making workshop, exploring metalworking techniques and crafting distinctive pieces to wear together or individually.View original

A reflective, hands-on workshop builds concentration and curiosity through simple creative practices like pushing rocks and cutting paper. Explore attention as a resource for resilience, big conversations, and community connection.View original

Build a wooden puzzle box holder in a hands-on woodworking session, practicing power tool use and sanding. Finish with custom paint or stain for an upright reference image and clearer workspace.View original

Step by step instruction covers casting on, basic stitches, and simple pattern reading while you knit a cozy shawl. Expect a relaxed, supportive fiber arts workshop geared to true beginners at a neighborhood craft shop.View original

Hands-on winter pottery classes and ceramics workshops invite adults and children to shape clay, learn studio techniques, and explore creative making in a spacious working ceramics studio.View original

Shape willow into a glowing lantern during a hands-on craft workshop led by a local puppet collective, blending creative making with imaginative puppet arts.View original