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Classes and Workshops

Mar 27, 2025

Registration for summer Glass Classes will open at 11:00am for NC State students (March 31) and for the public (April 7).

Mar 27, 2025

Registration for summer Jewelry Classes will open at 11:00am for NC State students (March 31) and for the public (April 7).

Mar 27, 2025

Registration for summer Lapidary Classes will open at 11:00am for NC State students (March 31) and for the public (April 7).

Mar 26, 2025

Registration for summer semester Wood Classes will open at 3:00pm for NC State students (March 31) and for the public (April 7).

Mar 26, 2025

Registration for summer Photography Classes will open at 1:00pm for NC State students (March 31) and for the public (April 7).

Mar 26, 2025

Registration for summer Mixed Media classes will open at 1:00pm for NC State students (March 31) and for the public (April 7).

Mar 26, 2025

Registration for summer Fibers Classes will open at 9:00am for NC State Students (March 31) and for the public (April 7).

Mar 25, 2025

Registration for summer semester Clay Classes will open at 9:00am for NC State students (March 31) and for the public (April 7).

Nov 16, 2024

C:LAB class listings are not currently available but will be added at a later date.

Nov 12, 2024

There are no C:LAB classes scheduled for this summer.

Nov 12, 2024

2025 Spring registration dates & times

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… 

Nov 12, 2024

CRAFTERnoons Cost & Registration info

For NC State students only. Don’t have time to commit to a full-length crafts class? Come join us for an afternoon of fun and learning! Register for one or more sessions.… 

Nov 11, 2024

Handbuilding 1: Foundations of Clay

Handbuilding 1 is designed to teach you the fundamentals of handbuilding with clay and introduce you to working in our clay studio. You will learn basic skills including wedging, pinching,… 

Jun 21, 2024

Jun 21, 2024

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Jun 15, 2024

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Jun 15, 2024

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Jun 15, 2024

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Jun 14, 2024

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Mar 28, 2024

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May 6, 2025

Tin Can Collage [Workshop]

Learn how to deconstruct tin cans, cut the metal material, and nail the pieces to a board to create an image of your choosing! Students will complete an 8×10” collage… 

Mar 27, 2025

Registration for summer semester Break to Make classes will open at 3:00pm for NC State University Faculty and Staff on April 7.

Mar 27, 2025

Session A – 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, June 4, 11:30am –… 

Mar 27, 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… 

Mar 27, 2025

Session B – Hand Embroidery

A crash course in hand embroidery! Learn the basic stitches fundamental to creating most textures and visual structures; Among these are running, back, stem, split, chain, and feather stitching patterns,… 

Mar 27, 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… 

Mar 27, 2025

Session D – Handbuilding Clay Mugs

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.… 

Mar 27, 2025

Session E – 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… 

Mar 27, 2025

Basket Weave Plate in Fused Glass [Workshop]

Use fusing glass and glass powder or fine frit to create a basket weave patterned plate. All supplies included. Instructor: Danene Groenke Saturday, June 28: 9:00am – 4:00pm  Class fees… 

Mar 27, 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… 

Mar 27, 2025

Flower Power Box in Stained Glass [Workshop]

It’s fun, it’s colorful, it’s 60’s and 70’s mod!  Explore advanced box construction and soldering techniques as you construct this groovy, retro-inspired lidded box (approx. 7” x 4” x 2.5… 

Mar 27, 2025

Glass in the Garden: Round Garden Stakes [Workshop]

Add some sparkle to your home or landscape with a beautiful garden stake consisting of a round stained-glass panel with a custom-made metal stand. Perfect for your garden or a… 

Mar 27, 2025

Introduction to Glass Fusing and Slumping

An introductory level class – no experience necessary. Learn the basics of fusing and forming glass in a kiln. Projects include making small plates, bowls, soap dishes, a votive candle… 

Mar 27, 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… 

Mar 27, 2025

Optic Plate [Workshop]

Create a fused glass plate with an optic effect using stringers and clear glass. Learn the optic technique and how variations to the technique can impact the effect. Supplies included.… 

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Mar 27, 2025

Tiny House Terrariums [Workshop]

Create a tiny garden house made of clear textured glass embellished with accents of stained glass. Choose from several patterns provided by the instructor. Class fee includes materials to make… 

Mar 27, 2025

Anodizing Niobium and Titanium [Workshop]

Learn how to texture and color niobium and titanium using electrical current. Colored niobium/titanium can be used as a piece of jewelry on its own or added to other metals… 

Mar 27, 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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Mar 27, 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… 

Mar 27, 2025

Introduction to Torch-Fired Enamel

In this introduction to enameling, learn a traditional method of fusing powdered glass on copper using a torch while creating simple charms for earrings, bracelets, or necklaces. Supplies included. Instructor:… 

Mar 27, 2025

Simple Enameled Ring [Workshop]

More adventures in torch fired enameling! This workshop will introduce students to fabricating finger fashion in a simple way. Familiarity with vitreous enameling is necessary (Intro to Torch Fired Enameling… 

Mar 27, 2025

Silver Brooch [Workshop]

Join me for an exciting hands-on workshop where you’ll learn the art of creating a stunning brooch from scratch. Discover essential techniques like metal cutting, shaping, texturing, and soldering, as… 

Mar 27, 2025

Silver Curb Chain [Workshop]

For all skill levels. Formed from interlocked links the curb chain, with its lovely, twisted style, is designed to sit flat against your neckline or wrist. During class you will… 

Mar 27, 2025

Spinner Ring in Silver [Workshop]

Rings unite! Create your own spinner ring using a forming technique known as anticlastic raising. In this process an outer band is formed in such a way to creatively “capture”… 

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Mar 27, 2025

Stacking Rings [Workshop]

Create a sweet stack of rings from 14kt yellow gold-filled wire and silver while learning or refreshing the use of wire solder. By the end of the workshop you’ll be… 

Mar 27, 2025

Tab and Prong Setting [Workshop]

These simple prong and tab settings are easy to build and customize which makes them perfect for capturing freeform cabochons and irregularly shaped found objects. In this workshop students learn… 

Mar 27, 2025

Textured Stacking Bands [Workshop]

Working with a variety of tools in the studio you will make three stacking rings with different surfaces. Learn how to form and solder each ring using either wire or…