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Woodcarving Basics: Holiday Ornaments (Nov. 21)

$85

with Lou Ann Koebel

Calendar Nov 21, 2026 at 1 pm

Experience Level: Beginner  

Curious on how to whittle or carve in the round? Join us for Woodcarving Basics: Holiday Ornaments on Saturday, Nov. 21 from 1-5 p.m. in The Studio. 

Instructor Lou Ann Koebel will share safety protocol and the three basic wood carving cuts as she leads students in creating a small holiday ornament. Students will choose between a snowman or fir tree, and small eyelets, ribbon, and paints will be available to uniquely decorate each ornament.   

$85/person*. Registration will close Nov. 16 or when capacity is reached. All sales are final.  

*Students should bring: 
- Carving Glove 
- Flex Cut Carving Knife Set 
OR 
-Flex Cut Roughing Knife 

Crochet 101: Fingerless Gloves

$95

with Billie Theide

Calendar Nov 22, 2026 at 10 am

Experience Level: Beginner 

Fall is the perfect time to learn to crochet at Crochet 101: Fingerless Gloves on Sunday, Nov. 22 from 10 a.m-4 p.m. in The Studio. 

Instructor Billie Theide will lead students in crocheting a pair of fingerless gloves with a unique cable-like stitch pattern. Students will learn to read crochet patterns, determine size, learn to chain, turn, crochet through the back loop, do half double crochet, slip stitches, and yarn over. Additionally, the class will explore blocking and caring for hand crocheted items. 

$95/person*. Registration closes Nov. 15 or when capacity is reached. All sales are final.  

*Students should bring the following: 

OPTION 1 YARN 

2 skeins (same dye lot) Cascade 220 Sport. This is classified as a lofty sport to DK weight yarn of 100% Peruvian Highland Wool. There are 164 yards per skein. Available in 73 colors. It is hand washable in cold water. Avoid purchasing a dark colorway. 

OR 

OPTION 2 YARN 

2 skeins (same dye lot) Berroco Ultra Alpaca Light. This is classified as a DK weight yarn made of 50% Super Fine Alpaca and 50% Peruvian Wool. There are 146 yards per skein. Available in 36 colors. It is hand washable in cold water. Avoid purchasing a dark colorway. 

AND 

--US F (3.75MM) crochet hook 
--pair of small sharp scissors 
--laptop, iPad, or smartphone 
--pencil 

Holiday Wreath Making (Dec 2)
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Holiday Wreath Making (Dec 2)

$85

with Delight Flower Farm

Calendar Dec 2, 2026 at 6 pm
Holiday Wreath Making (Dec 3)
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Holiday Wreath Making (Dec 3)

$85

with Delight Flower Farm

Calendar Dec 3, 2026 at 6 pm
Sewing Simple Gifts
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Sewing Simple Gifts

$110

with Jennie Ingram

Calendar Dec 6, 2026 at 1 pm
Mixed Media Holiday Cards
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Mixed Media Holiday Cards

$60

with Vivian Krishnan

Calendar Dec 8, 2026 at 10 am
Positive Coping Skills
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Positive Coping Skills

$45

with Julie Lauper

Calendar Dec 8, 2026 at 6 pm
Basket Weaving: Snow Much Fun
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Basket Weaving: Snow Much Fun

$95

with Bonnie Rideout

Calendar Dec 11, 2026 at 10 am

 

 





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