Check out this Bean Pot Basket!   It has a wire handle and a simple offset twill weave around the basket.  Add a bit of dyed reed and you have a great basket.  A simple yet functional basket.  In this class, you will create a round, twined bottom basket  which measures 9” in diameter and …

A glove basket! Or how about a mail basket, or a mitten basket! A simple yet functional basket that can be hung on the wall near your door to store whatever you need to keep track of. This is a great way to keep your items in the same place and ready when you need…

Is Crop Art the first exhibit you race to at the Minnesota State Fair every year? Then this is the class for you! Typically incorporating a variety of seeds, grains, and other natural materials, crop art has been described as the “collision of art and agriculture.” Is crop art “kitsch” or “art” or somewhere in…

It is time to learn the art of making Pysanky – Ukrainian decorated eggs! Using beeswax and dyes applied in layers, students will create amazing, beautiful eggs, perfect for special gifts or ornaments. Just think how happy your friends and family will be to receive this handmade gift! The term ‘pysanky’ is of Eastern European-Slavic…

Learn the art of stained glass design and building with John Hanson, owner of Longfellow Soap Company, who has been designing, making, repairing, and restoring antique stained glass windows for 23 years. In this class, you will learn how to make, cut, and use patterns, cut and grind glass, tape your glass with copper foil,…

Take flight with creativity! During this clay class, you will discover the magic of pinching and molding clay by hand. With guided instruction, you’ll shape and design a whimsical, functional birdhouse inspired by the woodland world. This hands-on class invites you to explore form and texture while creating a hanging birdhouse that’s both beautiful and…

It is time to learn the art of making Pysanky – Ukrainian decorated eggs! Using beeswax and dyes applied in layers, students will create amazing, beautiful eggs, perfect for special gifts or ornaments. Just think how happy your friends and family will be to receive this handmade gift! The term ‘pysanky’ is of Eastern European-Slavic…

Is Crop Art the first exhibit you race to at the Minnesota State Fair every year? Then this is the class for you! Typically incorporating a variety of seeds, grains, and other natural materials, crop art has been described as the “collision of art and agriculture.” Is crop art “kitsch” or “art” or somewhere in…

Make your own hand-dipped candles! Hand-dipping is a traditional craft that has largely faded in favor of machine-made candles, and this class offers a chance to reconnect with the beauty and intention of the process. We’ll walk through each step together, from start to finish, using shared equipment and supplies so you can explore the…

Transform simple, natural materials into a beautiful, airy mobile that brings movement, color, and calm into any space. In this hands-on workshop, participants will learn how to design and construct their own hanging mobile using natural straw, tissue paper, and twine. These mobiles—known in Poland as pająki (“spiders”)—are part of a century‑old folk tradition, once…

Create silver jewelry the easy way—with metal clay! This flexible medium can be rolled, stamped, and shaped like traditional clay, then transformed into pure silver once fired. In this class, you’ll use texture designs to create your choice of pendants, charms, or earrings. Students will fire their own pieces using a torch and complete the…

Add a touch of springtime beauty to your home by creating your own sculptural arrangement of three wool hyacinth flowers in a glass pot. Choose from a colorful selection of wool for the flowers and leaves as you design your own unique blooms. All materials are provided, making it easy to relax and enjoy the…

Spend a full day immersed in the art of soap making. In this hands-on class, you’ll explore a variety of ways to incorporate herbs into your soap, along with techniques for creating a creamy, moisturizing bar of farm-fresh goat milk soap. We’ll discuss the qualities of different herbs and their healing and nourishing properties, and…

Learn the art of stained glass design and building with John Hanson, owner of Longfellow Soap Company, who has been designing, making, repairing, and restoring antique stained glass windows for 23 years. In this class, you will learn how to make, cut, and use patterns, cut and grind glass, tape your glass with copper foil,…

Learn to make your own handbound journal in this hands-on workshop. Students will begin by selecting a leather cover accented with fish leather, a durable and eco-friendly material that is a byproduct of the fishing industry. Students will then learn how to prepare parchment paper for the pages. You’ll create six folded signatures, punch sewing holes…

Please note: This class meets over the course of two days, Saturday-Sunday May 2 and 3, 2026 from 9:30 am – 3:30 pm each day. Learn the basic basket-making techniques and take home a bike basket! Join Kirsten, a long-time instructor known for her energetic and encouraging teaching style. She’ll help you ease into basket…

Learn the art of stained glass design and building with John Hanson, owner of Longfellow Soap Company, who has been designing, making, repairing, and restoring antique stained glass windows for 23 years. In this class, you will learn how to make, cut, and use patterns, cut and grind glass, tape your glass with copper foil,…