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Classes and Workshops

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… 

Jun 21, 2024

Registration for fall Wood Classes will open at 3:00pm for students (July 1) and for the public (July 8).

Jun 21, 2024

Shortcut to list of all Wood classes in Reporter

Jun 21, 2024

Registration for fall Clay Classes will open at 9:00am for students (July 1) and for the public (July 8).

Jun 21, 2024

Shortcut to list of all Clay classes in Reporter

Jun 15, 2024

Registration for fall Photography Classes will open at 1:00pm for students (July 1) and for the public (July 8).

Jun 15, 2024

Shortcut to list of all Photography classes in Reporter

Jun 15, 2024

Registration for fall Mixed Media classes will open at 1:00pm for students (July 1) and for the public (July 8).

Jun 15, 2024

Shortcut to list of all Mixed Media classes in Reporter

Jun 15, 2024

Shortcut to list of all Lapidary classes in Reporter

Jun 15, 2024

Shortcut to list of all Jewelry & Metals classes in Reporter

Jun 14, 2024

Registration for fall Fibers Classes will open at 9:00am for students (July 1) and for the public (July 8).

Jun 14, 2024

Shortcut to list of all Fibers classes in Reporter

Jun 14, 2024

Shortcut to list of all C:LAB classes in Reporter

Mar 28, 2024

Shortcut to list of all Clay classes in Reporter

Mar 28, 2024

Shortcut to list of all Break to Make classes in Reporter

open house

Aug 26, 2024

Crafts Center Open House

Be sure to include the Crafts Center’s open House in your Wolfpack Welcome Week plans! Learn what the Center has to offer. Tour our studios and learn about how you… 

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… 

wood working

Jun 21, 2024

Woodworking 1: Foundations of Woodworking

Welcome to woodworking! This class is an exploration of the techniques and processes that are key to expanding skill in fine woodworking. Over four class periods, you will cover the… 

Jun 21, 2024

Woodworking 2: Joinery and Intermediate Techniques

This class will expound upon the foundational skills of woodworking by focusing on several ways to create strong, lasting joints. Learn their structural value and adaptable uses for a variety… 

Jun 21, 2024

Woodworking 3: Methods of Furniture Construction

Leveraging the skills developed in Woodworking 1 & 2, you will build a small wall mounted cabinet. The cabinet is composed of 2 doors made with bridle joints (a version… 

SHOP BOT

Jun 21, 2024

Introduction to the CNC Router

An introduction to the Crafts Center’s ShopBot router, where you will learn to design imagery, create tool paths, and execute basic cuts. You will also understand the basics of setting… 

Jun 21, 2024

Introduction to Hand Tools [Workshop]

It may not be glamorous, but it’s the first step. This weekend workshop is focused on using hand tools to plane a rough board to dimension. Participants will also explore… 

Jun 21, 2024

Introduction to Woodturning: Bowls

Turn wooden bowls! In this introductory class, you will have the opportunity to explore the very different experiences found in turning the end grain found in making a bowl. The… 

Jun 21, 2024

Introduction to Woodturning: Spindles

Come turn some spindles! Learn the techniques and tools used to turn a spindle form on the lathe and its various applications. The class fee includes plenty of wood and… 

handbuilding

Jun 21, 2024

Handbuilding I: Foundations of Clay

Handbuilding I 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

Handbuilding II: Expanding Techniques

Learn to take your ideas to the next level in Handbuilding II. This class is designed for you to expand your handbuilding skills. Demonstrations will reinforce coiling and slab construction… 

Jun 21, 2024

Wheel I: Foundations of Wheel Work

The Wheel I class is designed to teach you the fundamentals of using the potter’s wheel and introduce you to working in our clay studio. You will learn the basics… 

Jun 21, 2024

Wheel II: Expanding Throwing Skills

Wheel II is the next level of pottery wheel instruction. You will build on your skills through practicing throwing consistent forms and exploring surfaces. Projects will include plate forms, basic… 

leather journal

Jun 20, 2024

Summer 2024: Leather Journals [Workshop]

Hemingway was never without his. Frida Kahlo’s are widely reproduced. Make your very own leather journal and learn to do leather sewing and dyeing. Using a premium 6” x 8”…