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.
Learn the basics of flameworking by creating your very own decorative miniature pumpkin. We will be using borosilicate glass to sculpt, mash, and decorate our pumpkins. Wear closed-toe shoes, natural fabrics (like cotton), and tie back long hair in the studio.
Create a classic diamond-bevel suncatcher while learning the fundamentals of stained glass. You will be introduced to the traditional copper foil method, along with lead came and patina techniques to give your piece a polished finish. Build confidence by learning essential stained glass skills, including cutting straight lines, safe tool use, grinding, foiling, soldering, and finishing. The timeless diamond design is ideal for beginners and offers a great introduction to clean, accurate glass cutting. Closed-toe shoes required.
Learn the basics of woodturning while transforming raw pieces of wood into functional and beautiful turned bowls. Working on wood lathes, you will learn safe and efficient woodturning techniques along with proper turning tool usage. This class is for all levels and designed to develop basic woodturning skills. A materials fee is due at registration. Closed-toe shoes required.
Gain a great introduction to working with borosilicate glass and the torch. Melt and sculpt your very own stunning glass acorn by hand. Wear closed-toe shoes, natural fabrics (like cotton), and tie back long hair in the studio.
Add some decorations to your home for Halloween or Dia de los Muertos. While the holidays are very different, there is some overlap in iconography. Use the scroll saw (one of the safest, beginner-friendly and most accessible tools in the woodshop) to create skulls, bats, spirits, or anything spooky you feel like designing. You are only limited by your imagination and your ability to cut on the line you put on the piece of wood. A materials fee is due at registration. Closed-toe shoes required.
Crea tu propia decoración para su hogar, perfecta para Halloween o el Día de los Muertos. Aunque ambas festividades son muy diferentes, comparten similitudes en su iconografía. Utiliza la sierra de calar de banco (una de las herramientas más seguras, accesibles y adecuadas para principiantes en el taller de carpintería) para crear calaveras, murciélagos, espíritus o cualquier motivo espeluznante que desees diseñar. Tu imaginación y tu habilidad para cortar siguiendo la línea que marques en la pieza de madera son tus únicos límites. Se requiere el pago de una tarifa por materiales al inscribirse. Es obligatorio llevar zapatos cerrados.
Dive into the art of flameworking in this beginner-friendly beads 101 class! Using a torch and glass rods, you’ll learn how to safely shape, melt, and form your own vibrant glass beads. Wear natural fabrics (cotton not polyester) and tie back long hair while working in the studio.
Welding isn’t as intimidating as you might think! Learn the basic principles of MIG welding, a process in which an electric arc forms between a wire electrode and metal, causing them to melt and join together. At the conclusion of the workshop, leave with a miniature metal sculpture.
Flame-resistant clothing, long pants, and heavy closed-toe shoes are required. Class will be held in the Welding Studio, Building 4.
Welding isn’t as intimidating as you might think! Learn the basic principles of MIG welding, a process in which an electric arc forms between a wire electrode and metal, causing them to melt and join together. At the conclusion of the workshop, leave with a miniature metal sculpture.
Flame-resistant clothing, long pants, and heavy closed-toe shoes are required. Class will be held in the Welding Studio, Building 4.
Learn fundamental skills of creating mosaics. From cutting glass, arranging vibrant tiles, and grouting your design, you’ll create a cute pumpkin you can hang in your home. Closed-toe shoes required.
Gain a great introduction to working with borosilicate glass and the torch. In this three-hour workshop, make a beautiful glass pendant by applying color to a clear rod of glass. Take it home and make a lovely necklace for yourself or gift it to someone you love. Wear closed-toe shoes, natural fabrics (like cotton), and tie back long hair in the studio.
