Explore working with textiles during this workshop at Wayne Art Center. In this workshop young artists will create a heart-shaped mini pillow -- a perfect sized pillow for decorating beds or to use with dolls or imaginative play. Artists will pick out a pre-cut heart shaped fabric and then use batting to create their pillow all without a sewing machine. This art workshop is ideal for your 7 through 10-year-old artist and those comfortable tying a single knot independently or after demonstration.
 
Location: Wayne, Pennsylvania
Instructor: Jenna Gruber
Cost: $55
Sponsor: Wayne Art Center
Website, email, 610-688-3553

Come learn the ancient art of Quilling and discover why this fun artform is becoming so popular! Quilling is the art of rolling or coiling thin paper strips using a special tool to create shapes that you combine together to make your creation. Quilling is an art in itself, or can be used to decorate greeting cards, picture frames, boxes, and more. Join us for a fun afternoon with your child and learn a new creative outlet. Please register each participant separately.
 
Location: Wayne, Pennsylvania
Instructor: Shuping Dong
Cost: $50
Sponsor: Wayne Art Center
Website, email, 610-688-3553

Join local pine needle basket maker Karen McCarthy for this exciting half-day workshop. The focus will be individualized, so students of all levels are welcome. Students can choose to learn a variety of techniques from the basics (starting a basket, changing thread, shaping sides, finishing a basket) to more advanced techniques (adding beads or other findings, doing a variety of stitches, or sculptural work). Students who are familiar with pine needle basket making are encouraged to bring work in progress and beads or findings they would like to incorporate into a basket. Students should bring $20 cash to pay for materials. Additional materials will be available for purchase.
 
Location: Hilton Head Island, South Carolina
Instructor: Karen McCarthy
Cost: $50
Sponsor: Art League of Hilton Head
Website, email, (843) 842-5738

Explore working with textiles and weaving during our afternoon workshop at Wayne Art Center. This art workshop is ideal for your 8 through 12-year-old artist. We use cardboard as a weaving loom and young artists will create a rainbow on their loom. This will be turned into a wall hanging piece of décor ideal for pre-teen and teen bedrooms!
 
Location: Wayne, Pennsylvania
Instructor: Jenna Gruber
Cost: $55
Sponsor: Wayne Art Center
Website, email, 610-688-3553

Come learn the ancient art of Quilling and discover why this fun artform is becoming so popular! Quilling is the art of rolling or coiling thin paper strips using a special tool to create shapes that you combine together to make your creation. Quilling is an art in itself, or can be used to decorate greeting cards, picture frames, boxes, and more. Join us for a fun afternoon with your child and learn a new creative outlet. Please register each participant separately.
 
Location: Wayne, Pennsylvania
Instructor: Shuping Dong
Cost: $50
Sponsor: Wayne Art Center
Website, email, 610-688-3553

Join local pine needle basket maker Karen McCarthy for this exciting new two-part workshop designed to allow plenty of time to complete a small pine needle basket of your own! In the first session, students will learn the basics of coiling a pine needle basket, including how to start a basket around a cabochon center, how to weave so your stitches line up on both sides of the basket, and how to change thread. Students will continue the basket in the second session and learn how to shape the sides, how to do a wrap stitch, and how to finish the basket. Students should bring $30 cash to pay for materials. Additional materials will be available for purchase.
 
Location: Hilton Head Island, South Carolina
Instructor: Karen McCarthy
Cost: $100
Sponsor: Art League of Hilton Head
Website, email, (843) 842-5738

Come learn to crochet together! Learn crochet basics - chain stitch, slip stitch, double/ treble stitch & others. Create a Spring Flower, Wriggly Worm or Lucky Shamrock. Choose to make it into a bookmark or pin during this family fiber introductory workshop. Crocheting TWOgether offers the opportunity for you and your child to work side-by-side learning and creating a unique crochet project. All yarn, crochet hooks and embroidery needles will be included as a kit to take home for each registered participant.
 
Location: Wayne, Pennsylvania
Instructor: Candy Stringer
Cost: $60
Sponsor: Wayne Art Center
Website, email, 610-688-3553

Join local pine needle basket maker Karen McCarthy for this exciting half-day workshop. The focus will be individualized, so students of all levels are welcome. Students can choose to learn a variety of techniques from the basics (starting a basket, changing thread, shaping sides, finishing a basket) to more advanced techniques (adding beads or other findings, doing a variety of stitches, or sculptural work). Students who are familiar with pine needle basket making are encouraged to bring work in progress and beads or findings they would like to incorporate into a basket. Students should bring $20 cash to pay for materials. Additional materials will be available for purchase.
 
Location: Hilton Head Island, South Carolina
Instructor: Karen McCarthy
Cost: $50
Sponsor: Art League of Hilton Head
Website, email, (843) 842-5738

Come and learn about the stages of the papermaking process as we discuss variations of proper studio set up, preparing pulp, mixing additives and natural dyes, sheet forming, pressing and drying. We will also cover a selection of creative techniques, which you will have time to explore. Both beginners and seasoned artists will enjoy this low-pressure workshop as Debi encourages students to try new techniques that might be outside of your comfort zone but will result in a one-of-a-kind masterpiece! Come learn a new craft with us! In addition to the registration cost, students should bring $10 cash to pay the instructor for materials, which she will provide for you. Please bring exact change to ensure a timely start.
 
Location: Hilton Head Island, South Carolina
Instructor: Debi West
Cost: $40
Sponsor: Art League of Hilton Head
Website, email, (843) 842-5738

Warm up your winter with this easy and fun class for beginners as you learn how to knit or crochet. Even if you have never picked up a piece of yarn, you can learn to create a simple blanket or scarf to either give or enjoy yourself. Pick up this creative hobby to fill your winter with warmth. Classes are offered on Saturdays.
 
Location: Bryan, Texas
Cost: $30 per class or $120/month
Sponsor: Degallery
Website, email, +1(979)704-3090

Slow down and discover inner peace through improvisational stitching on linen, using simple techniques inspired by Boro mending that yield beautiful results without needing perfection. Judy will share her mindful stitching process that encourages the concept of letting go of plans and expectations and embracing improvisation while using a simple running stitch as a form of active meditation. This approach fosters a sense of artistic freedom, encouraging a deeper connection with your stitching while focusing on the process, rather than striving for perfection. With Judy's guidance, through hands-on demonstration and PowerPoint presentation, you will learn not only the technical aspects of slow stitching, working with color and design, but also how to find elements of inspiration from the world around you.
 
Location: Glastonbury, Connecticut
Instructor: Judy Coates Perez
Cost: $1144 + Materials fee
Sponsor: Artists Rising Creativity Retreats
Website, email, 860-781-4389

Learn the basics of good design and explore exercises to unleash your creative process. Tap into your inner artist and apply principles to the creation of art quilts. This class promises to be very exciting and fulfilling. Each day begins with a different exercise in color and composition using a 12-inch square format. These exercises can serve as inspiration for larger pieces. We will explore composition with line and shape, addressing negative space, soft and hard edges, and the abstraction of realistic inspirations. For each daily class, we will explore a different design concept. Evening critiques of your work will also be held.
 
Location: Glastonbury, Connecticut
Instructor: Katie Pasquini Masopust
Cost: $1144 + Materials fee
Sponsor: Artists Rising Creativity Retreats
Website, email, 860-781-4389