Workshops
Welcome to our Workshop Studio! Whether you're interested in pottery or jewelry making, our creative space offers hands-on classes for all skill levels. Discover new techniques, express your creativity, and enjoy a supportive, inspiring environment as you craft something truly your own.
August
Viking Wire Weave Bracelet
Beginner Beaded Necklace Workshop
Discover the fascinating ancient art of Viking wire weaving as you create a beautiful sterling silver bracelet from start to finish. Over two class sessions, students will learn this traditional technique by weaving fine sterling silver wire into a flexible, elegant chain and finishing it with a handcrafted clasp. No prior experience is
Discover the fascinating ancient art of Viking wire weaving as you create a beautiful sterling silver bracelet from start to finish. Over two class sessions, students will learn this traditional technique by weaving fine sterling silver wire into a flexible, elegant chain and finishing it with a handcrafted clasp. No prior experience is necessary—just patience and a willingness to learn a timeless craft. A $45 sterling silver materials fee is included in the tuition, and each student will leave with a stunning finished bracelet to wear and enjoy.
Tuesday, August 11 & 18
10:00-12:30 PM
Tuition: $150.00
Beginner Beaded Necklace Workshop
Beginner Beaded Necklace Workshop
In this 3-hour workshop, learn the basics of professional bead stringing using quality beading wire, crimp beads, crimping pliers, and a clasp. Bring your own beads (6mm or smaller) and a favorite pendant or focal piece to create a custom necklace. Hattie will provide tools, string, findings, and small accent beads. Perfect for beginner
In this 3-hour workshop, learn the basics of professional bead stringing using quality beading wire, crimp beads, crimping pliers, and a clasp. Bring your own beads (6mm or smaller) and a favorite pendant or focal piece to create a custom necklace. Hattie will provide tools, string, findings, and small accent beads. Perfect for beginners, you’ll leave with a finished necklace and the skills to make more at home. For beads and pendants, Hattie’s favorite sources are ArtBeads.com and TheBeadChest.com.
Thursday, August 13, 2026
10:00 - 1:30 PM
Tuition: $68.00
Paper Iris Workshop
Create breathtakingly lifelike iris flowers using luxurious Fine Italian crepe papers in this fun, hands-on 3-hour workshop. You'll learn professional techniques for shaping and assembling petals while creating two beautiful paper iris flowers to take home. All materials, tools, and supplies are included, and you'll also receive a mater
Create breathtakingly lifelike iris flowers using luxurious Fine Italian crepe papers in this fun, hands-on 3-hour workshop. You'll learn professional techniques for shaping and assembling petals while creating two beautiful paper iris flowers to take home. All materials, tools, and supplies are included, and you'll also receive a materials list and reusable template so you can continue making flowers at home. Perfect for beginners and experienced makers alike. Hattie also teaches this popular botanical paper flower workshop at the renowned Longwood Gardens and Winterthur Museum, Garden & Library.
Sunday, August 16, 2026
1:00 - 4:00 PM
Tuition: $75.00
Made with Love: Personalized Pet Bowls
Give your furry friend a bowl made just for them! Join Jackie in the Clay Studio for this fun 2.5-hour workshop, where you’ll create a personalized ceramic pet bowl using decorative decals, carved designs, your pet’s name, or a combination of techniques. Make something playful, meaningful, and perfectly suited to your favorite four-leg
Give your furry friend a bowl made just for them! Join Jackie in the Clay Studio for this fun 2.5-hour workshop, where you’ll create a personalized ceramic pet bowl using decorative decals, carved designs, your pet’s name, or a combination of techniques. Make something playful, meaningful, and perfectly suited to your favorite four-legged companion. No experience necessary—all materials and tools are provided.
Instructor: Jackie Martin
Friday, August 21, 2026
6:00 - 8:30 PM
Tuition: $75.00
Materials Included
Desert Sky Earrings: Southwestern Jewelry Workshop
Join Hattie Weselyk for a 3-hour jewelry workshop creating a pair of Southwestern-inspired earrings featuring your choice of coral or lapis cabochons. Students will learn how to use a hydraulic press to form textured components and set small stones into their designs before finishing the earrings with sterling silver ear wires. Beginner-
Join Hattie Weselyk for a 3-hour jewelry workshop creating a pair of Southwestern-inspired earrings featuring your choice of coral or lapis cabochons. Students will learn how to use a hydraulic press to form textured components and set small stones into their designs before finishing the earrings with sterling silver ear wires. Beginner-friendly and all tools/materials included. Instructor: Hattie Weselyk
Friday, August 28, 2026
10:00- 1:30
Tuition: $125.00
Cut Your Own Cabochons- Lapidary Workshop
Learn the fundamentals of lapidary as you cut, shape, sand, and polish rough stone into beautiful cabochons using professional trim saws and cabbing machines. Students will complete three polished gemstones ready to be set into jewelry. All materials are provided, and no experience is necessary.
Instructor: Hattie Weselyk
Length: 4 hours
Learn the fundamentals of lapidary as you cut, shape, sand, and polish rough stone into beautiful cabochons using professional trim saws and cabbing machines. Students will complete three polished gemstones ready to be set into jewelry. All materials are provided, and no experience is necessary.
Instructor: Hattie Weselyk
Length: 4 hours
Class Size: Maximum 4 students
Please bring a lunch or snack.
Saturday, August 29, 2026
10:00 - 2:00 PM
Tuition: $175.00
September
Try The Wheel
Beginner Beaded Necklace Workshop
Ceramic Flowers- Outdoor Decor
Have you always wanted to try the potter’s wheel? Join us for a fun, hands-on workshop where you'll learn the basics of wheel throwing, get your hands delightfully messy, and discover the joy of working with clay.
You'll receive step-by-step instruction as you create your own pottery on the wheel in a relaxed and welcoming studio environment. Any pieces you make and wish to keep will be professionally fired and ready for pickup at a later date. Ages: Teen & Adult
Instructor: Jackie Martin
Friday, September 4, 2026
6:00 - 8:30 PM
Tuition: $68.00
Clay and firings included
Ceramic Flowers- Outdoor Decor
Beginner Beaded Necklace Workshop
Ceramic Flowers- Outdoor Decor
Create beautiful ceramic flowers that bloom all year! In this 2.5-hour hand-building workshop, you'll use simple techniques to craft unique ceramic flowers mounted on copper stems—perfect for brightening garden beds, fresh bouquets, or adding color to your winter landscape. No experience necessary!
Instructor: Kathryn Ploetz
Thursday, September 10, 2026
1:30 - 4:00 PM
Tuition: $75.00
Includes all materials and one glaze pass to return when your piece has been bisque fired.
Beginner Beaded Necklace Workshop
Beginner Beaded Necklace Workshop
Beginner Beaded Necklace Workshop
In this workshop, learn the basics of professional bead stringing using quality beading wire, crimp beads, crimping pliers, and a clasp. Bring your own beads (6mm or smaller) and a favorite pendant or focal piece to create a custom necklace. Hattie will provide tools, string, findings, and small accent beads. Perfect for beginners, you’ll leave with a finished necklace and the skills to make more at home. For beads and pendants, Hattie’s favorite sources are ArtBeads.com and TheBeadChest.com.
Friday, September 4, 2026
6:00 - 9:00 PM
Tuition: $68.00
Mini Ceramic Pumpkins!
Cut Your Own Cabochons- Lapidary Workshop
Beginner Beaded Necklace Workshop
Celebrate the season with Jackie as you hand-build an adorable collection of mini ceramic pumpkins! Play with shapes, textures, curly stems, and tons of fun glaze colors to make each pumpkin completely unique. Make as many as time allows—perfect for an autumn tablescape, seasonal décor, or charming handmade gifts. No experience necessary! Instructor: Jackie Martin
Saturday, September 19, 2026
12:00 - 2:30 PM
Tuition: $68.00
Materials and complimentary glaze pass included
Cut Your Own Cabochons- Lapidary Workshop
Cut Your Own Cabochons- Lapidary Workshop
Cut Your Own Cabochons- Lapidary Workshop
Learn the fundamentals of lapidary as you cut, shape, sand, and polish rough stone into beautiful cabochons using professional trim saws and cabbing machines. Students will complete three polished gemstones ready to be set into jewelry. All materials are provided, and no experience is necessary.
Instructor: Hattie Weselyk
Length: 4 hours
Class Size: Maximum 4 students
Please bring a lunch or snack.
Saturday, September 19, 2026
1:00 - 5:00 PM
Tuition: $175.00
All materials included
October
Ceramic Mushrooms & Snails
Create a whimsical collection of hand-built ceramic snails and mushrooms! You’ll begin by learning how to make one of each, with the option to add a small metal loop for hanging as an ornament. Then let your imagination take over—make more snails, more mushrooms, or a mix of both! Play with size and personality, from giant mushrooms to te
Create a whimsical collection of hand-built ceramic snails and mushrooms! You’ll begin by learning how to make one of each, with the option to add a small metal loop for hanging as an ornament. Then let your imagination take over—make more snails, more mushrooms, or a mix of both! Play with size and personality, from giant mushrooms to teeny-tiny snails. The choice is completely yours!
Instructor: Kathryn Ploetz
Thursday, October 8, 2026
1:30 - 4:00 PM
Tuition: $75.00
All materials as well as a complimentary glaze pass included