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leather journal

Nov 11, 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”… 

WOOD CARVED SPOONS

Nov 11, 2024

Spoon Carving [Workshop]

Come and enjoy a one-day spoon carving workshop. Using a variety of tools, learn how to design, shape and carve your very own wooden spoon with both functional and sculptural… 

Nov 11, 2024

Stained Glass “Embellished” Boxes

Let your personality shine in the making of this functional glass creation! Explore 3D construction, hinge construction and soldering techniques as you construct a lidded box that is rich in… 

Nov 11, 2024

Pots That Pour: A Wheel Throwing Workshop

An intermediate level class- basic wheel throwing experience is necessary. Create artfully designed and expertly crafted pouring pots that elevate any occasion! This workshop will focus on forms ranging from… 

Nov 11, 2024

Special Projects: Japandi Chair

The first in our new series of special projects courses is here!! This 4-week class will take you through the process of creating a Japandi style chair to relax in… 

Nov 11, 2024

Wheel 1: 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… 

Nov 11, 2024

Stained Glass Vases and Votives [Workshop]

Spring flowers are heading our way soon and you’ll want to be prepared so come join us in creating a 3-D functional and colorful Stained Glass vase that could be… 

Nov 11, 2024

Session I – Beaded Earrings

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

Nov 11, 2024

Wheel 2: Expanding Throwing Skills

Wheel 2 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… 

Nov 11, 2024

Special Projects: Kalimba [Workshop]

Bring a little music to your life and come build a Kalimba! This class will guide you through assembling, finishing and tuning a small instrument. Instructor: Matt Rapp Saturday, January… 

Nov 11, 2024

Special Projects: Plant Stand [Workshop]

Is your houseplant feeling low? Give it a boost with a portable plant stand. In this workshop for beginners, you will use jigs, explore ways to cut dados, and install… 

Nov 11, 2024

Special Projects: Steam Bent Landing Nets [Workshop]

Learn the art and process of steam bending a shape to a form and create a landing net for your fishing adventures. You must be proficient with the use of… 

Nov 11, 2024

Woodturning Kitchen Tools [Workshop]

This workshop focuses on spindle and small bowl turning techniques as well as a bit of pyrography / embellishment techniques. The objective is for you to learn basic spindle and… 

Nov 11, 2024

Wheel 3: Refining Technique

Wheel III is designed for intermediate to advanced level students who want to hone their throwing skills, learn a variety of creative wheel working techniques, and build on their surface… 

Nov 11, 2024

Wood & Silver Spinner Ring [Workshop]

Learn to fabricate a small silver ring and then turn a wooden ring to fit around it. Then assemble and embellish your ring with a small variety of decorative techniques… 

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 J – 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, November 7, 12:00… 

Jun 21, 2024

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

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Jun 18, 2024

Session D – Bead and Wire Wrap Rings

Have you ever wanted to make your own rings out of beads, buttons, or “found objects” that were sentimental to you? Do you want to learn basic jewelry tool and… 

Jun 18, 2024

Session H – Beaded Barrettes

Spend an afternoon using your creative side to blend different shades and styles to make beaded barrettes. These go great alone or in pairs, and with a variety of wardrobes.… 

Jun 18, 2024

Session J – 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,… 

Jun 18, 2024

Session L – 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, 4:00… 

Jun 18, 2024

Session M – Stained Glass

Foil and solder using the copper foil method of stained glass to create a simple suncatcher or ornament. Friday afternoon, November 1, 4:00 – 7:00pm 

Jun 18, 2024

Session N – 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 afternoon,… 

Jun 15, 2024

Advanced Dovetails: Mitered Corner & Sliding [Workshop]

Time to up your dovetail game! Join us for a weekend of learning how to adapt the dovetail joint to some other applications to make more complex joints by hand.… 

Jun 15, 2024

Continued Woodturning Techniques: Bowls

In this advanced woodturning class you will learn to expand your skills in bowl turning. You will have an opportunity to turn a bowl with a square outside, a natural… 

Jun 15, 2024

End-Grain Cutting Board [Workshop]

Tired of all that side grain? Upgrade your cutting board to end grain and do your knives a favor! In this workshop, you will learn the steps to plan and… 

Jun 15, 2024

Garage Shop Series

Did you invest in a bunch of woodworking tools? Are you planning on setting up a shop in your own space? Join this class to get hands-on instruction on how…