Applique is a decorative sewing technique where fabric motifs are sewn to a larger fabric piece to form a picture or design. You can use these skills to create a quilt or even enhance a piece of clothing! The class will cover step-by-step fabric prep and various stitches for both hand and machine techniques. Classroom sewing machines will be used during class, but you are invited to bring your own. Please confirm your choice at registration. Basic supplies will be provided. Bring a packed lunch.
Take your jewelry making to the next level with this industry-based pulse arc welding class. You’ll learn how to safely operate the welder and put your new skills to work making practical fixtures and jewelry out of copper and silver.
Take your jewelry making to the next level with this industry-based pulse arc welding class. You’ll learn how to safely operate the welder and put your new skills to work making practical fixtures and jewelry out of copper and silver.
Combine the art of flameworking and stained glass to create a mesmerizing, colorful glass kaleidoscope. On the first day, learn to shape glass with a torch. Then, the following week, you’ll design a stunning kaleidoscope that reflects your unique style.
Develop a deeper appreciation for this centuries-old binding technique with hands-on learning as you assemble, fold, and stitch your own handmade books with traditional Japanese decorative binding patterns. Great for beginners and experienced bookmakers.
Dive into the world of abstract art in this beginner-friendly painting class! Explore color, texture, and movement as you learn foundational techniques to create expressive, one-of-a-kind pieces. We’ll guide you through brushwork, layering, and blending, helping you tap into your creativity and discover your unique style.
Have you ever wanted to make your own makers mark to stamp your handmade pottery? Design a repeatable pattern? Recreate the exact texture of an object in clay? If this sounds like you, come learn how to create your own custom bisque stamps and sprigs for beautifying your ceramic creations with GoggleWorks’ Summer Resident Artist Maggie Adams!
Together we will cover the basic design considerations that go into creating stamps and sprig molds out of clay. Expect to learn a new surface design technique, tips for carving clay, and how to use cornstarch as a release when making! Participants of any skill level are welcome, as well as encouraged to bring a small object (no larger than 3″) they might want to turn into a stamp or sprig.
Come and create a small quilt using an African quilting technique which has been used for over 400 years. Kawandi quilts are created by hand-stitching scraps of fabric in a circular pattern that is approachable for all skill levels. Leave with a contemporary wall hanging, combining your personal aesthetic with this ancient craft.
Explore the fundamentals of fabric silkscreening in this hands-on workshop with Resident Artist Lauren Krukowski. Using water-based, fiber-reactive dyes, you’ll learn expressive techniques that produce rich, vibrant prints—perfect for both bold graphics and layered, painterly designs.
Bring a simple line drawing or choose from pre-made designs as you prepare and expose your screen, then print and paint your own fabric.
Already have your own screen with an image applied? Join us on the second day of class when we’ll make our fabric prints. Screens with 110 up to 165 mesh will work best.
Perfect for artists, designers, and creatives of all levels—come ready to experiment and leave with custom-printed textiles and some new skills!
Join us for a creative night with clay! Our ceramic instructor will walk you through the basics of wheel throwing. Create a unique piece of pottery, then choose a glaze from our ceramic studio’s selection.
Please wear clothes you don’t mind getting dirty. Expect a 3 week turnaround time for your finished work. You will be contacted directly when work is ready for pick up.Â
Sip some freshly steeped tea and awaken the magic of healing through tea blending and ceramics. In this workshop, you will create a slab built ceramic iced tea tumbler. Then learn how to blend your own tea to take home and enjoy. The healing tea blend will be created using GoggleWorks’ grown and dried herbs.
