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Jul 12, 2025

Digital Photography: Getting Started

The digital camera… so much capability that so few people fully comprehend! From learning the various camera controls to exercising the options of how and when they are best used,… 

Jul 12, 2025

Hand Coloring Darkroom Prints [Workshop]

Learn the basics of applying color to black-and-white fiber prints made in the darkroom. In exploring the properties of several different coloring media (e.g., oil-based stains, pastels, colored pencils), and… 

Jul 12, 2025

Introduction to 4×5 Photography

Nothing rivals the visual fidelity of large format film photography – though it can be a little intimidating to start. From learning how to load film into film holders, to… 

NC State

Jul 12, 2025

NC State in Black and White

An introductory darkroom class! Capture light and motion on film using SLR cameras. Bring your own camera or use a Crafts Center loaner. You will process your exposed film and… 

photogrph your art class

Jul 12, 2025

Photographing Your Artwork [Workshop]

Now that you’ve completed your masterpiece it’s time to show it off! This workshop teaches you the ins and outs of proper product photography so that you can share your… 

plastic

Jul 12, 2025

Plastic Camera: An Introduction to Medium Format Film Photography

This is a beginning level class – darkroom experience is helpful, but not required! You will shoot 120 film using a modern Holga or retro Kodak Hawkeye Brownie. This course… 

raleigh

Jul 12, 2025

Raleigh Street Photography

Enjoy the challenge of street photography on film [or digital if you insist!] and improve as a photographer! You will attend three photo-walks in downtown Raleigh followed by one class… 

Jul 10, 2025

Registration for fall “Break to Make” classes will open at 3:00pm for the NC State University Faculty and Staff (July 21).

Jul 10, 2025

Break to Make Cost & Registration info

For NC State staff and faculty only. Take a BREAK from workday stress to MAKE something creative and fun at The Crafts Center this semester! Register for one or more sessions! Class fee: $25 per session, all… 

Jul 10, 2025

Session A – Hand Embroidery

Learn the fundamental basic stitches of embroidery – running, back, stem, split, chain, and feather stitching patterns, to name a few! Practice your new embroidery skills on test fabric provided… 

Jul 10, 2025

Session B – Turned Wood Smartphone Stand & Stylus

Turn a custom smart phone stand to make your desktop viewing a little easier. The stand doubles as a stylus for quick sketching or writing on your smartphone. Friday, September… 

Jul 10, 2025

Session C – Pottery Wheel

Try your hands at the potter’s wheel while making a clay bowl or cup during this fun activity! Pick your favorite piece to be glazed and finished in the Crafts… 

Jul 10, 2025

Session D – Hammered Earrings

Learn the basics of hammered metal for earrings. as you make at least one pair of hammered copper, brass, steel or mixed metal earrings. Thursday, October 2, 11:30am – 1:30pm … 

Jul 10, 2025

Session E – Watercolor Pumpkins

Learn how to paint charming fall pumpkins in watercolor with added interest from pen and ink. Thursday, October 2, 11:00am – 1:00pm 

Jul 10, 2025

Session F – Turned Wood Screwdriver Keychain Kit

Be ready for any small task with this keychain multi-kit. Friday, October 3, 12:00 – 3:00 pm 

Jul 10, 2025

Session G – Eraser Stamp Carving

Learn to carve your own small stamps from rubber erasers, to be used on any paper, cloth, or wood surface. Friday, October 17: 5:00 – 7:00 pm 

Jul 10, 2025

Session H – Enameled Copper Pendant

Come ‘play’ with fire while learning to apply powdered glass to metal. In this short session, get a quick, hands-on lesson in basic hot enameling. Wednesday, October 22, 10:00am –… 

Jul 9, 2025

Beyond Basic Flat Glass

Push yourself to learn more about the art of stained glass! Explore advanced construction and soldering techniques to create a challenging 2-D panel or a 3-D project. The class fee… 

Jul 9, 2025

Introduction to Pattern Bars

Pattern bars are a way to create unique, organic design elements for your fused glass. You will learn about different ways to make pattern bars and how to cut the… 

Jul 9, 2025

Introduction to Stained Glass

Add some color to your world! Learn to cut, foil, and solder a 6” x 14” stained glass panel using the copper foil method. Pattern will be provided by the… 

Jul 9, 2025

Reactions in Fused Glass

An intermediate to advanced level class. With the right glass chemistry, a thin colored line or “reaction” can occur when the glass is fused in a kiln. In this class,… 

Jul 9, 2025

Stained Glass Lanterns

Make this beautiful 3-D lantern in stained glass. Add candlelight and enjoy the colorful reflections that glow from within! A great centerpiece for  your table, indoors or out. This is… 

Jul 8, 2025

Beginning Metalsmithing

Design and construct a pendant and earrings by learning basic metal working techniques. You will learn to saw, file, texture, rivet, and solder using sheet metal and wire in this basic… 

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Jul 8, 2025

Cabochons

A beginning level class. Learn how to cut slabs of stone and polish into dome shaped forms to produce gems worthy of setting into brooches, rings, or necklaces! This cabochon… 

Jul 8, 2025

Continuing Metalsmithing

Continue to build your skills by using basic metalsmithing techniques while learning to bezel set a stone and make hollow forms using soldering and forming techniques. This class offers a chance to… 

Jul 8, 2025

Continuing Torch – Fired Enamel

Delve deeper into working with vitreous enamel and a torch. Experiment with stencils (both positive and negative), work with decals, explore using enamel as texture, be introduced to luster powders,… 

Jul 8, 2025

Expressionist Portraits with Thread and Yarn

No prior experience necessary. Using thread like paint you will learn traditional and non-traditional stitching and embroidery techniques to create expressive portraits in unusual colors and textures. This is an incredible class for those… 

Jul 8, 2025

Introduction to Sewing 2

This sewing class is a follow-up to our Intro to Sewing 1 beginner class. It is for those who know how to use a machine, read and cut out a… 

Jul 8, 2025

Spindle Spinning for Beginners [Workshop]

Learn to make yarn on a hand spindle, an ancient tool that’s still in use. The combination of a spindle’s portability and its ability to make very fine and very… 

weaving

Jul 8, 2025

Weaving on a Floor Loom – Beginning Weaving

Learn to weave on the Crafts Center’s Schacht Baby Wolf looms! You will first be introduced to reading a simple weaving draft. After discussing the interaction of weaving colors together,…