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Balsam Fir Wreath Workshop

$25

with Tom, Lorraine Lindstedt

Calendar Nov 21, 2024 at 6:30 pm, runs for 1 week

Beginners will become instant wreath makers with no experience nesessary. Participants will take home a completed fragrant and full 20 inch fresh Balsam Fir Wreath decorated with a red bow. Your Wreath will remain fresh throughout the holidays and beyond. All materials are recyclable. Materials provided: Fresh Balsam fir locally and sustainably harvested, wreath ring, and red ribbon. Additional supplies available for a take home project. Please bring small hand shears, gloves are optional. Please bring $16 (cash, no checks) to the class for supplies.

Peg Loom Weaving

$125

with Margaret B. Russell

Calendar Nov 23, 2024 at 10 am, runs for 1 week
Learn to weave with peg looms, simple in design but with limitless possibilities to make colorful and textured pieces using all kinds of yarns, fabric, strips, fleece, or recycled materials. Bring your own sprical fibers if you want.

Intro to Woodshop

$150

with Eric Dunder, Marrion "Mack" Ladd

Calendar Dec 4, 2024 at 4:30 pm, runs for 1 week
Gain hands-on experience with woodshop machines, turning a rough-sawn piece of hardwood into a cutting board. Beginners welcome.

Intro to Welding

$160

with Beau Cormier

Calendar Dec 4, 2024 at 5:30 pm, runs for 1 week
Learn the basics of MIG welding in a safe, encouraging environment. Open to all levels, including complete beginners.

Intro to Sewing

$110

with Factory 3 Staff

Calendar Dec 7, 2024 at 10 am, runs for 1 week
Learn the basics of cutting fabric, using a sewing machine, and the stitches available on most machines.

Intro to Woodshop

$150

with Eric Dunder, Marrion "Mack" Ladd

Calendar Dec 7, 2024 at 10 am, runs for 1 week
Gain hands-on experience with woodshop machines, turning a rough-sawn piece of hardwood into a cutting board. Beginners welcome.

Garment Sewing

$120

with Michelle Kruegar

Calendar Dec 7, 2024 at 3 pm, runs for 1 week
Learn seams, finishes and techniques used for sewing woven (non-stretch) clothes. Basic sewing machine experience is required.

Basket Making for Beginners (Holiday Ornaments)

$55

with Kimberley Harding

Calendar Dec 8, 2024 at 1 pm, runs for 1 week
Make an attractive holiday ornament while learning the basics of basketry.




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