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Jul 3, 2024

2024 Fall registration dates & times – New Process

Registration opens (Reporter links become active) on the dates & times listed below for the respective registration group/category (i.e. the Reporter will not accept registration attempts by the public until… 

Jul 3, 2024

Registration for fall Break to Make classes will open at 3:00pm for the public (July 8).

Jul 3, 2024

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 3, 2024

Session A – 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 3, 2024

Session B – Turned Wood Pen

Come learn how to use a wood lathe and turn your very own custom wooden twist pen! Start with a block of beautiful hardwood and learn how to shape, sand,… 

Jul 3, 2024

Session C – Handbuilding Clay Planters

Learn basic handbuilding techniques and design your very own clay planter. Students can embellish clay slab surfaces with stamps or texture mats then carefully assemble by scoring, slipping, and compressing.… 

Jul 3, 2024

Session D – Fused Glass

Create unique designs by cutting and layering fusible glass into various patterns and shapes. Fire in a kiln to fuse [melt] the glass into one piece to create an ornament… 

Jul 3, 2024

Session E – Watercolor: Fall Leaves

Learn fun watercolor techniques while painting colorful fall leaves. Thursday, October 24, 11:30am -1:30pm 

Jul 3, 2024

Session F – 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. Thursday, October 24, 11:30am –… 

Jul 3, 2024

Session G – Turned Wood Ice Cream Scoop

Come learn how to use a wood lathe and turn your very own custom wooden ice cream scoop for all the Howling Cow you’ll be enjoying! Friday, October 25, 12:00… 

Jul 3, 2024

Session H – Hot Glass Beads

Play with fire! Learn to use the lampwork torches to make colorful glass beads. Friday, November 1, 11:30am – 1:30 pm 

Jul 3, 2024

Session I – Beaded Earrings

Learn the basics of making beaded earrings and make one or more pairs of simple beaded earrings. Thursday, November 7, 11:30am – 1:30pm 

Jul 3, 2024

Session J – Turned Wood Bottle Opener

Come learn how to use a wood lathe and turn your very own custom wooden bottle opener. It’s good for gifts and a great addition to your kitchenware. Friday, November…