This is a self-led workshop where woodcarvers inspire and learn from one another while sharing knowledge of the craft. Participants provide their own projects and materials needed to complete them. Advanced registration required. Students age 12 and up are welcome to participate when accompanied by a paid adult.

Discover the art of card making in this engaging, hands-on class! Craft a beautiful set of four unique cards, each featuring different styles and techniques. From an interactive pop-up design to intricate embellishments, you’ll learn new ways to add flair and personal touches to each card. Perfect for all skill levels—come ready to explore your creativity and leave with a collection of handmade cards to cherish or share! 18 + class but 16-17 year olds approved with a paid adult. $10 material fee will be collected during registration.

Furoshiki is a square piece of fabric that has been used in Japan for centuries. It can substitute for wasteful wrapping paper and disposable plastic bags, among many other functions. Explore the amazing versatility of furoshiki and help the environment. Materials for practice in class provided. Optional: Students may purchase materials from the instructor after class.

Build your own Fused Glass Pendant and a set of earrings to match! You will select their special COE glass, hand cut and design their own pendant and earrings. A pendant will come with a necklace cord and gift bag for keeping your handmade treasures. Make the pendant and earrings at class.. They will be brought back to the artist studio for fusing. Pick up your treasures a week later at the designated location.

Have fun with your friends and learn how to make your own fused glass Suncatcher! Each participant will select their special COE glass, hand cut and design 1 suncatcher. A great gift idea and a great way to spend some time with friends and family in a collaborative artisan environment. The instructor will fused in kiln in temps over 1400 degrees and return to predetermined location for pick up.

Have fun with your friends and family and learn to make your own fused glass Charcuterie/Serving Platter and Condiment Dishes! Food safe. Each participant will select their special COE glass, hand cut and design Charcuterie/Serving Platter and Condiment Dishes. A great gift idea and a great way to spend some time with friends and family in a collaborative artisan environment. Extra condiment dishes can be made in class and pay instructor for supplies.

Wool felting is a great hobby with many crafting possibilities. Learn to use felting needles, Core wool, and colorful felt batting to create a colorful, sculptural bunny.

Have fun with your friends and family and learn to make your own Fused Glass Metal Garden Stake. Size is 3”x44” when complete. Each participant will select their special COE glass, hand cut and design. Add to your garden or provide as a great garden gift! Instructor will bring your designs back to studio to finish in a kiln and return back to designated location for pick up.

Calling all puzzle fanatics! Assemble your team of four and join us for the ultimate puzzle showdown on Saturday, March 8th, from 9:30 am to noon at Diamondhead Education Center. Doors open at 9:30 for check-in, and at 10 am sharp, the puzzle frenzy begins! Each team will race to complete the same surprise 400-piece puzzle. Whether you’re a speedster or a steady strategist, work together to finish first or get the most pieces completed before time runs out. The top team takes home a prize! This competition is open to ages 9 to adult (minimum of 1 adult per team). Register under one name and provide the details of your team members. Space is limited, so grab your spot today and let the puzzle games begin!

Calling all puzzle fanatics! Assemble your team of four and join us for the ultimate puzzle showdown on Saturday, June 7th, from 9:30 am to noon at Diamondhead Education Center. Doors open at 9:30 for check-in, and at 10 am sharp, the puzzle frenzy begins! Each team will race to complete the same surprise 400-piece puzzle. Whether you’re a speedster or a steady strategist, work together to finish first or get the most pieces completed before time runs out. The top team takes home a prize! This competition is open to ages 9 to adult (minimum of 1 adult per team). Register under one name and provide the details of your team members. Space is limited, so grab your spot today and let the puzzle games begin!

Beginner level Make a sculpture for your home or garden while learning to TIG weld safely and with confidence. You will cut, bend and shape steel straps around a stone. Weld the steel to encase the stone and mount it on a steel rod with more welding. TIG stands for Tungsten Inert Gas. This type of welding bonds metal to metal without the use of rods, sticks or wire feeds.Local artist Greg Kraft covers welding safety and introduces concepts of sculptural design. Students should wear long sleeved cotton shirts, jeans or heavy-duty work pants, closed toe leather shoes or boots. Bring leather work gloves and a stone about the size of your fist. Wear a long sleeved cotton shirt, jeans or heavy-duty work pants, closed toe leather shoes or boots. Bring leather work gloves if you have them and your creativity. Tuition includes supplies. Instructor provides TIG welder, welding helmets, safety glasses, power tools and gloves and stones (if you do not have them).

Beginner level Some hand strength is required to complete this project. If you can open a jar of pickles you can do this class. Learn to weld safely and with confidence. Using the TIG (Tungsten Inert Gas) method you will make a rose from three steel discs and a steel rod. TIG welding bonds metal to metal without the use of rods, sticks or wire feeds. Your rose will last forever making it the perfect gift. Local artist Greg Kraft covers welding safety and introduces concepts of sculptural design. Wear a long sleeved cotton shirt, jeans or heavy-duty work pants, closed toe leather shoes or boots. Bring leather work gloves if you have them and your creativity. Tuition includes supplies. Instructor provides TIG welder, welding helmets, safety glasses, power tools and gloves (if you do not have them).

Beginner level Learn about TIG welding while making an iron fish from a horseshoe. The iron fish may be used as a trivet, door stop or wall art. It may be combined with another horseshoes for a cellphone holder/charging station. TIG stands for Tungsten Inert Gas, a type of welding that bonds metal to metal without the use of rids, sticks or wire feeds.Local artist Greg Kraft covers welding safety and introduces concepts of sculptural design. Tuition includes supplies. Instructor provides TIG welder, welding helmets, safety glasses, power tools and gloves. (If you do not have them).