Experience Level: Beginner  

Are you looking for a unique and experimental experience?  Join us for Thread Bowls on Wednesday, Nov. 4 from 12-4 p.m. in the Dining Room.  

Instructor Billie Theide will explore color theory and design as students create a beautiful decorative thread bowl that can resemble glass. Using a special fabric base, sewing thread, yarn, fabric scraps, and dimensional embellishments, everyday materials will be transformed into a richly textured, functional work of art. Students should bring their imagination, plus the supplies listed below.* 

$100/person*. Registration closes Oct. 28 or when capacity is reached. All sales are final.  

*Students should bring the following: 
-one 12” ruler 
-two blue or black ink pens 
-one pair of scissors 
-one roll of paper towels 
-sewing machine (optional) 
-a few sewing needles 
-blow dryer (optional) 
-and a monochromatic collection of: 
     - spools of left over sewing thread 
     - bits of left over yarn in any fiber 
     - partial skeins of left over embroidery floss 
     - left over crochet thread 
     - left over fabric scraps 

Experience Level: Beginner

Bring new life to an old lamp at Fix It! Basic Lamp Re-Wiring on Wednesday, November 4 from 4:30 to 7:30 p.m. in The Studio.

Instructor Lou Ann Koebel will lead students through changing out the plug, adding a switch and/or replacing wiring in lamps. This hands-on course will cover basic electrical wiring.

$65/person*. Registration will close Nov. 1 or when capacity is reached. All sales are final.

* Students should bring:
— A lamp to work on
— Wire cutter & stripper
— Black electrical tape and small retractable measuring tape (optional)

Experience Level: All Levels (Ages 15+; parents/guardians are not required to register with their children, but all minors must have a parent/guardian on-site.) 

Celebrate the beginning of the holiday season by painting a beautiful Christmas ornament in Holiday Radiance: Watercolor Workshop on Friday, Nov. 6 from 6-9 p.m. in The Studio. 

In this relaxed, beginner-friendly workshop, students will explore watercolor techniques while adding touches of metallic watercolor and acrylic marker details to create a painting that sparkles with holiday charm.  

The ornament design will be lightly pre-drawn, allowing everyone to focus on enjoying the painting process rather than worrying about drawing. Students are encouraged to make the piece their own by experimenting with different ornament colors, ribbon choices, and creative details. By the end of class, you'll leave with a festive watercolor ready to frame, display, or gift for the holidays. All supplies are provided, and no previous watercolor experience is necessary. 

$115/person*. Registration will close Oct. 31 or when capacity is reached. All sales are final. 

*All supplies will be provided 

Experience Level: Intermediate

Create your own beautiful paper amaryllis that will last years at Paper Flower Art: Amaryllis on Sunday, November 8 from 1-5 p.m. in the Studio.

In this intermediate-level class, led by Cathy Peters, you’ll discover the unique qualities of crepe paper and learn step-by-step techniques for cutting, shaping, and assembling realistic petals to create a lifelike amaryllis, perfect for holiday decorating or gifting. Your stunning potted amaryllis will last for years!

Students should be comfortable using basic crafting tools to create fine details, including scissors and precision-detail glue.

$85/person. Registration closes October 29 or when capacity is reached. All sales are final.

Experience Level: Beginner (Ages 16+; all minors must have a parent/guardian on-site or a signed participant waiver.)  

Assemble your very own wreath adorned with dried flowers at Everlasting Wreath Workshop on Tuesday, Nov. 10 from 6-7:30 p.m. in the Dining Room.  

Instructor Maggie Taylor will demonstrate how to create a wreath using a base of grapevine or willow and everlasting flowers harvested and dried at Delight Flower Farm. These dried wreaths are great to hang or use as a table centerpiece for upcoming holiday gatherings.

$65/person*. Registration closes Nov. 3 or when capacity is reached. All sales are final. 

*Students should bring gardening gloves. 

Experience level: Beginner 

Are you a beginner, or interested in refining your wet felting skills? Join us for Wet Felt Bowls on Wednesday, Nov. 11 from 12-4 p.m. in the Dining Room.  

In this workshop you will transform wool into art as you use a resist to wet felt into a decorative bowl or vessel. The class will use luxurious silk, dyed wool roving, wool felt sheet, and dimensional inclusions to explore and transform ephemeral materials into a richly textured, sturdy, and functional work of art. Materials will be provided. You will receive a list of suppliers so that you can source materials and continue to welt felt at home. No previous experience is required.  

$130/person*. Registration closes Nov. 4 or when capacity is reached. All sales are final. 

*Students should bring the following: 
--two bath-sized towels 
--one 12” ruler two blue or black ink pens 
--one pair of scissors 
--one roll of paper towels 

Experience Level: Intermediate to Advanced (need to know how to knit and purl)

Learn a unique knitting technique at Advanced Knitting: Entrelac & Color-Stranding on Wednesday, Nov. 11 from 6-8 p.m. in the Studio.

Instructor Charlie Rainbow Wolf will walk students through a basket-weave entrelac stitch, which will enable them to create a knitted, 3D geometric pattern.

$60/person*. Registration will close Nov. 8 or when capacity is reached. All sales are final.

*Students should bring:
— 2 balls of contrasting colors Lion Brand Wool-Ease worsted weight (#4) yearn or its equivalent are required. This is an 80% acrylic and 20% wool yar which is machine washable and available from Lion Brand and Michael’s, as well as many yarn shops. Avoid yarns that are too soft like Caron Simply Soft, Snuggly Wuggly or Facets, as they will not hold the pattern as well.
— 1 pair of US size 6 (4mm) single point, 14” straight knitting needles. 

Experience Level: Beginner

Learn about the art of stained glass at Intro to Stained Glass: Feather on Thursday, Nov. 12 from 5:30 to 9 p.m. in The Studio.

Students will assemble an elegant feather suncatcher design. Participants will also learn how to cut glass, grind, foil, and solder. All skill levels are welcome. All supplies and safety gear will be provided.  

$100/person*. Registration will close Nov. 5 or when capacity is reached. All sales are final.

*Students should wear closed-toe shoes. Safety glasses and gloves will be provided.