Learn freestyle embroidery basics to create flowing, dynamic compositions inspired by the plants in GoggleWorks’ Gardens at Lauer’s Park. We will focus on the repetitive nature of the process while listening to meditative music. Leave this class with a hand stitched cheat sheet of all the basic stitches, and multiple hoops of your own flowery designs.
In this three-week sewing course, you will learn basic machine and hand-sewing techniques while creating your own pumpkin-shaped pillow. From cutting fabric and assembling pieces to stuffing and finishing details, you’ll leave with a cozy handmade decoration perfect for the fall season.
Create a spooky-sweet addition to your Halloween décor while you learn the basics of glass cutting and fusing as you design your own friendly (or frightful) dish. Perfect for holding treats or adding a festive touch to your home. Closed-toe shoes are required.
Learn the fundamentals of crochet in this beginner-friendly class designed for complete newcomers. You will practice essential techniques including holding the hook and yarn, creating basic stitches, and focusing on making granny squares. By the end of the course, you will have completed a beginner project and gained the skills needed to continue crocheting independently.
Join us for a creative night on the wheel and transform a ball of clay into a unique piece of pottery handcrafted by you! Learn the basics of throwing on the wheel while you craft your work, then choose a glaze from our ceramic studio’s selection.
Please wear clothes you don’t mind getting dirty.
Turnaround time for ceramics can be a few weeks. Once the pieces are ready for pick up, you’ll receive an email from our Programs team letting you know.
Get spooky this season in our fused glass studio! Join us to learn the basics of glass fusing, from scoring and cutting to grinding and design as you create a fused glass ghost. Closed-toe shoes required.
Create your own beautiful beaded bracelet using a variety of beading techniques. Together we’ll explore traditional stringing methods, including how to knot between beads, as well as wire-wrapping techniques to connect beads together for a custom design. Feel free to bring your own beads to incorporate your very own style into your finished bracelet. Perfect to wear for a night out on the town, or for a gift for a loved one! A materials fee is due at registration. Closed-toe shoes are required.
Explore the versatility of wire wrapping! Using copper, sculpting wire, and a wide variety of hand tools, you’ll learn how to create sculptures and pendants with wire wrapping techniques in our jewelry studio.
Make your own fused glass lollipop vase and brighten up your kitchen or coffee table. In this workshop, you’ll learn about the glass fusing process, including glass cutting and safety practices, as our instructor guides you through design options and assembly techniques. Closed-toe shoes required.
Create a blooming nice bowl, a charming round basket perfect for serving rolls, bread, or displaying seasonal treats. Woven on a double-slotted base and embellished with decorative flowers all around, this class combines practical basket-weaving techniques with beautiful floral accents for a truly eye-catching piece.
For the new learner or the experienced learner wanting a refresh, we’ll go over basic application techniques for traditional transparent watercolors and opaque gouache, touching on subjects like mixed media and understanding how to use color as well.
Shared art materials will be provided in the studio for most classes. Personal supplies can be purchased at our Art Supply Store, located on the first floor of GoggleWorks.
Join us for an immersive weekend workshop to discover the exciting process of sand casting. You’ll learn how to create molds using specialized casting sand and transform molten metal into unique jewelry or small sculptural objects. Along the way, explore mold-making, metal pouring, finishing, and polishing techniques. Leave with completed cast pieces and a solid introduction to this ancient and versatile metalworking process. A materials fee is due at registration.