Two-day Honoring Mother’s Air-Dry Clay Workshop

A Mothers Day favorite + year-round best-seller for meaningful gifting and memory-making This all-in-one clay workshop is more than a creative activity; it’s a shared experience designed to celebrate the bond between mother and child, in any form. Originally created for Mother’s Day, this workshop is year-round as a keepsake gift for moms, grandmothers, daughters, sons, and chosen family.

Day 1 — Shaping and Centering

  • Introduction to materials and basic techniques: working with air-dry clay, simple tools, scoring and joining, smoothing, and texture options.

  • Guided shaping session: instructors lead a step-by-step process to create one or two small pieces (examples: bowl, pinch pot, simple vase, or tactile sculpture) with emphasis on rhythm, touch, and sensing rather than perfection.

  • Individual exploration time: quiet music and a relaxed pace allow you to experiment with surface textures, imprinting, and gentle carving.

  • Drying & care overview: how to finish pieces, estimated dry time, and tips for transporting finished forms to the painting day.

Day 2 — Painting and Finishing

  • Surface prep and demo: sanding, sealing (if needed), and choosing appropriate paints and finishes for air-dry clay.

  • Guided painting approach: mindful color selection and simple techniques (washes, layering, dry brushing, and fine-line details) with an emphasis on expressive rather than perfect outcomes.

  • Slow creative time: work at your own pace with instructor support; options for minimalist decoration, botanical motifs, or abstract marks that honor the meditative process.

  • Final finishing: sealing and aftercare recommendations so your piece remains durable and beautiful.

What to expect

  • A calm, supportive environment focused on process over product.

  • Small class sizes for individual attention.

  • Materials provided: air-dry clay, basic tools, paints, brushes, and sealants. Bring an apron and wear comfortable clothes you don’t mind getting a little clay on.

  • Suitable for all skill levels. No prior experience required.

Takeaways

  • A completed, hand-shaped and painted object that carries the rhythm of a mindful making practice.

  • Simple techniques to continue meditative clay work at home.

  • A quiet, restorative creative experience that slows down the day and reconnects you with touch and presence.

    Capacity & signup details

    • Limited to 6 people to ensure hands-on help

    • Private shopping and 15% off during the event

    • Price: $45 pp

Bread/Cheese Board Decorating Workshop‍ ‍

Fusion Mineral Paint with IOD paint inlays

What to bring:

  • Nothing, just wear clothes that can get paint on them.

What we provide

  • Fusion Mineral Paint samples in a range of colors

  • IOD paint inlays

  • IOD transfers

  • Brushes, foam rollers, sanding supplies, painter’s tape, and rags

  • Sealers and topcoats suitable for your project (available for purchase)

  • Worktables, drop cloths

  • Step-by-step instruction and hands-on guidance

Techniques you’ll learn

  • Proper surface prep for different materials

  • How to apply Fusion Mineral Paint for durable coverage without stripping original finish

  • Applying Paint Inlays or transfers

  • Feathering, dry brushing, and distressing to integrate inlays into the overall finish (if applicable)

  • Advice on sealing your work (available for purchase)

What to expect to leave with

  • A completed bread/cheese board featuring Fusion base paint and IOD paint inlays

  • Knowledge and confidence to replicate techniques at home

  • Care instructions for cleaning and maintaining your piece

Capacity & signup details

  • Limited to 6 people to ensure hands-on help

  • Materials fee included; additional paint, sealants and/or specialty hardware available for purchase at the event

  • Private shopping and 15% off during the event

  • Price: $55

Bring a piece to up-cycle workshop:

Fusion Mineral Paint with IOD paint inlays

What to bring:

  • One small to medium piece of furniture or home decor you want to up-cycle (stool, side table, small dresser drawer, small chair….). Items should be clean, dry, and structurally sound.

  • Any hardware you want to reuse (knobs, pulls, hinges). Bring extras if you’re unsure.

What we provide

  • Fusion Mineral Paint in a range of colors and finishes (bring home 1 container of paint)

  • IOD paint inlays

  • Brushes, foam rollers, sanding supplies, painter’s tape, inlays and rags

  • Sealers and topcoats suitable for your project (available for purchase)

  • Worktables, drop cloths

  • Step-by-step instruction and hands-on guidance

Techniques you’ll learn

  • Proper surface prep for different materials

  • How to apply Fusion Mineral Paint for durable coverage without stripping original finish

  • Applying Paint Inlays

  • Feathering, dry brushing, and distressing to integrate inlays into the overall finish

  • Sealing and protecting your finished piece for everyday use (advice)

What to expect to leave with

  • A completed (depending on time and size of your piece) small-to-medium up-cycled piece featuring Fusion base paint and IOD paint inlays

  • Knowledge and confidence to replicate techniques at home

  • Care instructions for cleaning and maintaining your piece

Capacity & signup details

  • Limited to 4 people to ensure hands-on help (send a photo and measurement of piece when signing up)

  • Materials fee included; additional paint, sealants and/or specialty hardware available for purchase at the event

  • Private shopping and 15% off during the event

  • Price: $75

Create a tiny, wearable work of art at our

Embroider-a-Necklace

Sip & Craft or Meditative Craft

necklace or 4 inch embroidery hoop

Over a relaxed 60-minute session, you’ll learn basic embroidery stitches, transfer a simple design onto a pre-cut fabric pendant, and finish it into a lightweight necklace—no prior experience required.

All materials are provided

Highlights:

  • Step-by-step guidance

  • Small class size for hands-on support

  • Sustainable materials and women-made components

  • Take-home care tips and a gift-ready presentation

Perfect for a mindful afternoon, a creative date, or a sip & craft. Leave with a personalized, eco-conscious accessory and the skills to make more at home. $35

Two-day Air-Dry Clay Workshop

Sip & Craft or Meditative Craft

Find quiet focus and gentle creativity in this two-day meditative air-dry clay workshop. Designed for beginners and makers seeking a slow, mindful practice, the class balances hands-on shaping with a calm, reflective painting session.

Day 1 — Shaping and Centering

  • Introduction to materials and basic techniques: working with air-dry clay, simple tools, scoring and joining, smoothing, and texture options.

  • Guided shaping session: instructors lead a step-by-step process to create one or two small pieces (examples: bowl, pinch pot, simple vase, or tactile sculpture) with emphasis on rhythm, touch, and sensing rather than perfection.

  • Individual exploration time: quiet music and a relaxed pace allow you to experiment with surface textures, imprinting, and gentle carving.

  • Drying & care overview: how to finish pieces, estimated dry time, and tips for transporting finished forms to the painting day.

Day 2 — Painting and Finishing

  • Surface prep and demo: sanding, sealing (if needed), and choosing appropriate paints and finishes for air-dry clay.

  • Guided painting approach: mindful color selection and simple techniques (washes, layering, dry brushing, and fine-line details) with an emphasis on expressive rather than perfect outcomes.

  • Slow creative time: work at your own pace with instructor support; options for minimalist decoration, botanical motifs, or abstract marks that honor the meditative process.

  • Final finishing: sealing and aftercare recommendations so your piece remains durable and beautiful.

What to expect

  • A calm, supportive environment focused on process over product.

  • Small class sizes for individual attention.

  • Materials provided: air-dry clay, basic tools, paints, brushes, and sealants. Bring an apron and wear comfortable clothes you don’t mind getting a little clay on.

  • Suitable for all skill levels. No prior experience required.

Takeaways

  • A completed, hand-shaped and painted object that carries the rhythm of a mindful making practice.

  • Simple techniques to continue meditative clay work at home.

  • A quiet, restorative creative experience that slows down the day and reconnects you with touch and presence.

    Capacity & signup details

    • Limited to 6 people to ensure hands-on help

    • Private shopping and 15% off during the event

    • Price: $75

Two-day Family Air-Dry Clay Workshop

Let little imaginations take shape in this hands-on, two-day air-dry clay workshop designed for ages 6–12 (must be accompanied by an adult). Over two relaxed sessions, kids will learn basic hand building techniques — pinching, coiling, slab work — plus simple texture and surface decoration. Each child will create 2-3 keepsakes (figures, tiles, small bowls , ornaments etc.), decorate them with non-toxic paints and sealant, and bring home finished pieces ready to display or gift.

What to expect:

  • Small group size for attentive, calm instruction

  • All materials provided

  • Focus on creativity, fine motor skills, and sensory play

  • Safe, non-toxic air-dry clay and water-based paints

  • Finished projects ready to take home at the end of day two

Perfect for beginners and curious makers. Participants should wear play clothes. Materials fee included in workshop price of $75 per family

Sip Prosecco. Stitch Subversion.

What to expect

  • A relaxed, intimate evening designed for makers who love a little mischief. Each attendee receives a curated subversive cross stitch kit featuring an original pattern that blends classic embroidery motifs with unexpected, tongue-in-cheek phrases or images.

  • Light instruction for beginners and helpful tips for more experienced stitchers. Learn basic stitches, fabric hooping, finishing touches, and techniques to personalize your piece.

  • Prosecco poured throughout the session—sip while you stitch, socialize, and share ideas. Nonalcoholic options available on request.

  • A supportive, judgment-free atmosphere that celebrates craft as playful protest: a place to laugh, swap stories, and make something delightfully rebellious to display or gift.

Who it’s for

  • Beginners who want a gentle introduction to embroidery.

  • Seasoned stitchers looking for fresh patterns and a social, creative night out.

  • Anyone interested in craft with attitude—perfect for friend groups, date nights, or solo adventures.

What’s included

  • One subversive cross stitch kit per person: pre-printed fabric or pattern transfer, embroidery hoop, needle, floss in curated colors, and easy-to-follow pattern instructions.

  • Prosecco and light snacks.

  • Option to purchase additional kits or finished frames from the venue.

Logistics

  • Bring nothing but curiosity—kits and all tools provided.

  • Small class size to keep the evening cozy and conversational.

Why attend

  • Make something beautiful and subversive.

  • Meet like-minded creatives in a fun, low-pressure setting.

  • Leave with a finished piece (or nearly finished) and a few new stitching tricks.

Book for a night out that’s equal parts craft class, cocktail hour, and playful rebellion. - $45

Watercolor

Sip & Craft or Meditative Craft

A creative pause that fits in your real life.

These all-in-one watercolor kit workshops are designed for beginners, re-beginners, and anyone craving a creative exhale.

No rules. No perfection. Just the freedom to let color move and emotions shift.

Painting here isn’t about what it looks like —

it’s about how it feels while you’re doing it.

Calming, expressive, screen-free, and deeply satisfying in a way you didn’t know you needed.

Creative Meditation Lite - $35

Two-Day Workshop: Build a Fairy Tree House from a Natural Materials Kit

Overview Join a hands-on, two-day workshop where you’ll design and build a miniature fairy tree house using a curated kit of natural materials. Ideal for creative adults, families with children (recommended ages 6+), and craft groups. Learn basic miniature construction techniques, natural adhesive and finishing methods, and creative styling to bring your tiny woodland abode to life.

What You’ll Make

  • A freestanding or tree-mounted fairy house

  • Decorative elements: twig railings, bark shingles, moss lawns, pebble paths, seed pod stools, and miniature plantings.

What to Expect (Day-by-Day)

Day 1 — Design, Structure, and Shell

Day 2 — Detailing, Landscaping, and Finishing

Who Should Attend

  • Crafters and makers interested in natural-material projects

  • Parents and older children looking for a shared creative experience

  • Anyone wanting a screen-free, hands-on creative workshop

Logistics

  • Duration: 2 day, 2 hours each day

  • Class size: small group (6-8 participants) to ensure hands-on support

  • Materials: kit provided; bring any personal embellishments you’d like to incorporate (optional)

Takeaway You’ll leave with a completed fairy tree house ready to display indoors or in a sheltered outdoor spot, plus the skills to create additional miniature structures using natural materials. Materials left over from the kit can be reused for future projects or shared among participants.