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in The Farms: An Allerton Folk School
Mystical Mushrooms: Mixed-Media Workshop
with Emily Tackitt
Experience Level: All Levels (All Ages 16+)
Explore the magical qualities of the Elegant Writer pen paired with watercolor in Mystical Mushrooms Watercolor on Friday, Sept. 18 from 6-9 p.m. in The Studio.
Emily Tackitt of Moonbeam Jellyfish will lead this whimsical mixed-media workshop. Students will learn how to sketch their own playful mushroom doodles before transforming them into enchanting woodland-inspired paintings using water-reactive ink techniques, watercolor washes, and expressive linework.
Students will explore how a simple writing pen can create beautifully moody shadows, soft atmospheric textures, and unexpected magical effects when activated with water.
$115/person*. Registration will close Sept 11 or when capacity is reached. All sales are final.
*All supplies will be provided
Flower Crown Workshop
with Rachel Wooters
Experience Level: Beginner (Ages 13+; all minors must have a parent/guardian on-site.)
Learn step-by-step instructions for creating a beautiful, wearable flower crown using fresh, in-season blooms at a Flower Crown Workshop on Saturday, September 19 from 9:30 a.m.-12 p.m. in the Studio.
Rachel Wooters will guide students through the process of selecting, layering, and securing flowers to build a balanced and lasting floral design. This hands-on workshop is relaxed and beginner-friendly, with plenty of room for creativity and personal style. Students will leave with a finished flower crown and the skills to continue creating at home!
Perfect for Homecoming weekend, this workshop is a lovely opportunity to create your own floral headpiece and enjoy a creative experience with friends while capturing beautiful seasonal photos together.
$90/person. Registration closes on September 12 or when capacity is reached. All sales are final.
Arboretum Dahlia Flower Arranging
with Delight Flower Farm
All skill levels (ages 16+)
Learn how to arrange flowers like a pro at Dahlia Flower Arranging on Saturday, Sept. 19 from 2-3:30 p.m. in the Arboretum Shed.
Delight Flower Farm welcomes friends & friendly folks to learn about a variety of fall flowers and the bouquet-making elements as they play with fresh cut flowers grown on the Farm. There will be plenty of the season's star - dahlias! - as well as zinnias, amaranth, celosia and more.
Vases are included so students can design their own bouquet to take home or gift to someone.
$65/person*. Registration closes Sept. 12 or when capacity is reached. All sales are final.
*Students should bring gardening gloves.
Knitting Without Needles: French Tube Scarf
with Billie Theide
Entry Level: Beginner
Create a unique decorative scarf, winter neck wrap, or modern necklace at Knitting Without Needles: French Tube Scarf on Sunday, Sept. 20 from 10 a.m.-4 p.m. in The Studio.
Instructor Billie Theide will teach students how to knit in the round without juggling single or double pointed knitting needles as they design and knit a colorful, striped, tubular scarf. Students will learn how to make looms from readily available materials, as well learn about commercially available looms.
All students will receive a tool kit to continue knitting at home.
$95/person*. Registration closes Sept. 13 or when capacity is reached. All sales are final.
*Students should bring the following:
--pencil
--pair of embroidery scissors
--2 or more skeins (any colorway) of locally available yarn:
--Lion Brand 24/7 Cotton or
--Loops & Threads Twist Love Cotton OR
--Lion Brand Made with Love The Cottony One OR
--Yarn Bee Fundamental Cotton OR
--I Love this Cotton Crafter’s Secret Cotton
The following things are optional; bring them if you have them:
--colored pencil set --bits of left over yarn in any fiber and weight
--partial skeins of left over yarn in any fiber and weight
--left over fabric scraps (linen, cotton gauze, cottons, and polyester with no right sides)
Paper Flower Art: Marigolds
with Cathy Peters
All skill levels
Learn how to color, shape, and assemble paper petals in Paper Flower Art: Marigolds on Sunday, Sept. 20 from 2-5 p.m. in the Library.
Instructor Cathy Peters will introduce students to the world of paper flower art as they learn how to create 3 unique marigolds. This fun and relaxing class will teach you skills to continue crafting at home!
$50/person. Registration closes on Sept. 17 or when capacity is reached. All sales are final.
Hand Stitching: Hearts
with Gaye Grant
Experience Level: Beginner (ages 13+; Students ages 13-15 should have an adult present who does not need to register)
Discover the art of textile sculpture in Hand Stitching – Hearts on Thursday, Sept. 24 from 12:30-4 p.m. in The Studio.
In this hands-on workshop, Gaye Grant of 3 Penny Studio will teach students to create a charming 3-D heart brooch featuring a beautifully layered flower center. Along the way, participants will learn essential hand stitches and beginner-friendly soft sculpture techniques to bring their unique creation to life.
$70/person*. Registration closes on Sept. 21 when capacity is reached. All sales are final.
*Students should bring sharp scissors.
Basket Weaving: The Organizer
with Bonnie Rideout
Experience Level: All Levels
Learn the basics of basket weaving and take home a handmade basket at Basket Weaving: The Organizer on Friday, Sept. 25 from 10 a.m.-4 p.m. in The Studio.
Instructor Bonnie Rideout will teach techniques such as setting up a base, twining, start/stop weaving, pairing triple twining with an arrow weave, and the use of overlays. This handy basket can be used anywhere! Faster weavers may be done in less time.
$95/person. Registration will close Sept 18 or when capacity is reached. All sales are final.
Woodcarving Basics: Flowers & Leaves
with Lou Ann Koebel
Experience Level: Beginner
Learn the basics of low relief wood carving at Woodcarving Basics: Flowers & Leaves on Saturday, Sept. 26 from 1-5 p.m. in The Studio.
Instructor Lou Ann Koebel will teach students how to safely use a small carving chisel set to define the background and make shallow, controlled cuts, transforming a flat basswood board into a beautiful low relief flower carving.
$85/person*. Registration closes Sept. 21 or when capacity is reached. All sales are final.
*Students must bring ONE of the following options:
- 8 Piece WoodRiver Detail Carving Tool Set
or
- 12 Piece Schaaf Mini Detail Carving Set – Long Handle