Workshops
Discover our exciting workshops and uncover a class that truly ignites your passion! From jewelry-making to basket-weaving, we have a range of options for everyone. Our welcoming sessions cater to beginners, ensuring a fun experience. Join us and let your creativity shine—your wonderful journey begins here!
December
Botanical Precious Metal Clay- 2 Day Workshop
Botanical Precious Metal Clay- 2 Day Workshop
Botanical Precious Metal Clay- 2 Day Workshop
Discover the magic of precious metal clay and craft your own botanically inspired fine silver jewelry! Students will press natural elements, such as flowers or leaves, into the clay, which is then kiln-fired to produce 99.9% pure silver jewelry. Each participant will design and create a pair of earrings and a necklace pendant. In the first class, students will shape their pieces in clay, while the second session focuses on refining the fired silver using traditional metal jewelry techniques. A fun and creative experience for everyone!
Adults & Teens
Instructor: Hattie Weselyk
Wednesday, December 3 & 10, 2025
10:00 - 12:30 PM
Tuition: $150.00
Includes 15g packet of fine silver clay
*Enrollment closes on November 21*
Try The Wheel
Botanical Precious Metal Clay- 2 Day Workshop
Botanical Precious Metal Clay- 2 Day Workshop
Have you always wanted to try the potter's wheel? During this workshop, you will learn the basics, get your hands messy, and have lots of fun! Perfect to try with a friend or a great date night.
Any pieces you make and want to keep will be fired, and you can return to any scheduled Clay Day to glaze your work. Instructions on glazing will be explained in class. Ages Teen & Adult
Instructor: Melanie Pack
Friday, December 5, 2025
10:00 - 12:30 PM
Tuition: $68.00
Includes Complementary Glaze Pass
January
Try the Wheel (Beginner Friendly)
Try the Wheel (Beginner Friendly)
Try the Wheel (Beginner Friendly)
Have you always wanted to try the potter's wheel? During this workshop, you will learn the basics, get your hands messy, and have lots of fun! Perfect to try with a friend or a great date night.
Any pieces you make and want to keep will be fired, and you can return to any scheduled Clay Day to glaze your work. Instructions on glazing will be explained in class. Ages Teen & Adult
Instructor: Melanie Pack
Sunday, January 4, 2026
1:00 - 3:30 PM
Tuition: $68
Includes Complimentary Glaze Pass to return to any Clay Day Open Studio to glaze your work.
Jewelry Enameling for Beginners
Try the Wheel (Beginner Friendly)
Try the Wheel (Beginner Friendly)
Join us for an exciting and vibrant workshop on enameling! In this hands-on session, each student will have access to a wide variety of copper blanks and colors to create their own unique enameled jewelry. We will explore both kiln and torch-fired techniques. Students will sift glass enamels in various colors to achieve a beautifully layered fused enamel surface. Unleash your creativity! This workshop is 4 hours long. Please bring a lunch or snack.
Instructor: Hattie Weselyk
Sunday, January 18, 2026
10:00 - 2:00 PM
Tuition: $95.00
All materials included.
Farmhouse Butter Dish
Try the Wheel (Beginner Friendly)
Farmhouse Butter Dish
Join our workshop to create a farmhouse-style butter dish! You’ll hand-build a rectangular plate and a domed lid while learning basic techniques and using a slab roller. All tools will be provided. Your design will be your own, with inspiration available. Instruction will guide you to ensure you love your final piece.
Instructor: Melanie Pack
Sunday, January 25, 2026
3:00 - 5:30 PM
Tuition: $75.00
Clay included
Each guest will receive a complimentary glaze pass to return to any of our scheduled Clay Day Open Studios to glaze their fired butter dish.
February
Try the Wheel (Beginner Friendly)
Have you always wanted to try the potter's wheel? During this workshop, you will learn the basics, get your hands messy, and have lots of fun! Perfect to try with a friend or a great date night.
Any pieces you make and want to keep will be fired, and you can return to any scheduled Clay Day to glaze your work. Instructions on glazing will be explained in class. Ages Teen & Adult
Instructor: Melanie Pack
Saturday, February 7, 2026
3:00 - 5:30 PM
Tuition: $68
Includes Complimentary Glaze Pass to return to any Clay Day Open Studio to glaze your work.
Botanically Inspired Precious Metal Clay- 2 Day Workshop
Explore the world of precious metal clay and create your own fine silver jewelry inspired by nature! Hattie will provide flower molds for raised textures, and you can bring in cut flowers or small leaves to embed in the clay. After kiln-firing, you'll have 99.9% pure silver jewelry. Each participant will craft a pair of earrings and a necklace pendant. During the first class, you'll shape your clay pieces, and in the second session, you'll refine the fired silver using traditional techniques. Enjoy a fun and creative experience!
Adults & Teens
Instructor: Hattie Weselyk
Friday, February 13 & 20, 2026
10:00 - 12:30 PM
Tuition: $160.00
Includes 15g packet of fine silver clay ($50 cost)
*Enrollment closes on February 2, 2026
Happy Cats!- Whimsical Vases
Happy Cats!- Whimsical Vases
Join us for a fun-filled experience as we hand-build projects inspired by the PURRRFECT theme: CATS! We will be creating the popular "Whisker Vase." Students will practice their hand-building skills while tackling this whimsical project. Class time will also include underglaze painting, allowing students to add color to their creations as needed.
Instructor: Melanie Pack
Tuesday, February 24, 2026
10:00 - 12:30 PM
Tuition: $75.00
Includes Complimentary Glaze Pass to return to any Clay Day Open Studio to glaze your work.
Private Couples Silver Ring Making
Join Hattie in her metal jewelry studio and make your own silver soldered ring using traditional metalsmith techniques such as design stamping, sawing and soldering. Add patina for contrast or polish for shine. Match your rings or make them different, the choice is yours!
No experience necessary.
Must be 21 years of age.
Time: 2.5 hours
Price: $195/couple
By appointment only~ Available Fridays(10:00AM-6:00PM) and Saturdays (1:00PM-6:00PM)
Please email hattie@hattieweselykstudio.org
Get a HWS Class Card
Give the gift of creativity with an HWS Class Card. The lucky recipient can choose the class that appeals to them. Class Cards may be applied to any class series or workshop and are good for one year from purchase. We will include a personalized note!