Artisan Skills

   Warm up your winter with glass, fire, and  hands-on creativity. In this hybrid-format workshop, you’ll work  step-by-step through the process of making a mountain-themed stained  glass piece—from cutting glass and foiling to soldering and assembly. By  the end, you'll walk away with your own seasonal design, practical  troubleshooting skills, and a lot more confidence around glass and hot  metal. 

   Coiling is the ancient art of spiraling and stitching—turning  humble pine needles into something both useful and beautiful. In this  beginner-friendly workshop, basket weaving artist Lorraine Lapekes will  walk you through the foundational techniques of pine needle coiling.  You’ll leave with a small basket in progress, a handful of new skills,  and everything you need to keep weaving at home: a weaving needle,  cordage, pine needles, and a gauge. This four-hour session is hands-on,  relaxed, and perfect for anyone curious about heritage crafts or looking  to slow things down and try something tactile. 

 Curious about leatherworking? In  this hands-on, tool-forward workshop, you’ll cut, punch, and rivet your  way to a beautiful, durable, small crossbody bag—no sewing required.  We'll walk you through everything from choosing leather and hardware to  assembly techniques using classic no-sew methods. You’ll leave with a  finished, fully functional leather bag handcrafted by you.   

Learn to turn worn-out clothes into something warm, useful, and beautiful. This beginner-friendly workshop teaches you how to prep old textiles and use a five-strand braiding technique to start your own handmade rug. You’ll explore layout and design options and walk away with the skills, material and instructions to finish your rug at home.

In this hands-on workshop, you'll learn how to make nourishing goat milk lotion and natural lip balm using safe, beginner-friendly methods. With guidance from Rebecca Saul of Glimfeather Farms, you’ll leave with two finished products, confidence in your DIY skills, and the know-how to make more at home.

Dive into the art of traditional soap-making in this immersive workshop. Discover the history and science of soap crafting while using natural ingredients and essential oils. Create luxurious, handcrafted soaps that are gentle on the skin and kind to the environment. Perfect for those seeking a sustainable and creative hobby.

Take a beginner-friendly dive into the craft of wood carving. In this three-hour hands-on workshop, you'll learn to carve a spoon safely and effectively using just a single chisel. We provide pre-cut wooden blanks, walk you through the carving process step by step, and send you home with your own carving kit — perfect for continuing your carving adventures

This hands-on workshop is a rare opportunity to learn the Wasco flat-bottom weaving technique—from a true tradition bearer. Under the guidance of Valerie Switzler, you’ll get started on your own cotton/twin Sally Bag, and explore the cultural roots of this iconic style. A potluck will keep your hands busy and your stomach full!