No experience needed for this fun step by step painting class.  But there IS a twist!  I'm a psychic medium, so I also offer a brief intuitive message to each person based on their painting! I'm always amazed at the messages that come through just from the paintings!  All supplies are included, plus a brief message from the painting.

This general woodworking/workshop class serves all abilities and levels from beginner through cabinet and furniture maker. Topics covered are fundamentals of hand and power tools, tool and machine maintenance, sharpening, shop safety, and product design. Come with a project in mind*, work with the instructor to create one, or just work on specific skills. A project is not necessary to make this class a success.  All tools and practice materials supplied.

Participants are responsible for additional supply costs for their individual projects. Students are encouraged to bring in hand tools and small hand powered tools. Learning with your own tools is half the fun.

*Projects need to be transportable. 

Learn basket weaving in this 3-part series! Start by weaving a square-to-round basket, then move on to a full round basket. Finally, discover how to properly stop weaving a square basket. This hands-on class covers all the basics, guiding you step-by-step. Perfect for beginners, you'll gain the skills to create beautiful, handcrafted baskets—ideal for giving as unique, personal gifts. Come explore the art of weaving and make something meaningful! Class meets on Fridays: 9/26, 10/10 & 10/24. 

When you register, you will be given a YouTube link to view a video. Please watch this prior to attending class!

Craft your own traditional Amish egg basket (10") using natural reed in this hands-on workshop. You'll learn to form the classic buttocks shape, add ribs, and weave the traditional God's Eye pattern. While experience is helpful, it’s not required—patience and a willingness to learn are essential. All materials are provided. Leave with a beautiful, functional basket and a deeper appreciation for this timeless craft.

When you register, you will receive an email confirmation with a YouTube link to view a video. Please watch this prior to attending class!

Learn tricks of the trade from a Downeast, 30+ year veteran wreath maker on how to create and decorate fresh balsam wreaths in time for the holiday season. You’ll get “tips” on when and how to harvest brush, permission documentation, and shipping information. Students will use a 12” metal ring to produce a beautiful, fresh, double-faced 20-24” balsam fir wreath to take home and hang. Instructor will also demonstrate how to create garland. Materials provided: freshly picked Maine balsam fir tips, ring, rope and wire.

Students should bring a $20 supply fee, gloves, small hand pruners and any ribbon or holiday embellishments they would like to use.

Join our festive workshop to craft your very own 3-foot-tall holiday porch gnome from fresh balsam fir! This hands-on event is perfect for all skill levels and includes fir boughs, frame, wire, and guidance from our 30+ year veteran wreath maker. You’ll shape fragrant fir boughs into a charming gnome, and then complete it with hat, mittens, and festive flair that you provide.  Bring holiday cheer to your front porch with a creation that’s both whimsical and welcoming. 

Students should bring gloves, small hand pruners, hat, mittens, scarf, holiday embellishments that you would like to use along with a supply fee of $25 made payable to the instructor.

Learn to weave this traditional, sturdy, small pack basket appropriate for a small child (6x8x12”  3-5 years old / 6x8x15” 5years +) or to hang on your door. Students will take the finished product home. Materials and hands-on instruction provided. No experience necessary. When you register, you will be given a YouTube link to view a video. Please watch this prior to attending class!

*Harness materials will be available at class for an additional $10 made payable to the instructor.

Using 1/2" natural reed, students will make a 3-D woven snowflake/star which can then be stained, painted or decorated. Students will create a 20" snowflake/star in the class and will take home enough materials to create a 17" and 12" snowflake/star.

The instructor will have extra weaving supplies for purchase if students would like to make more.

Each student should bring 50 clothes pins (the type with a spring), a small tube of Gorilla glue (or any good wood glue if you have it), and a cloth to the class.