Glass: Stained Glass Wishing Star
Back by popular demand, this beginning Stained Glass class will introduce the participants to glass cutting, grinding, copper foiling, tinning, and constructing a three dimensional, open-center star. It's a fun challenge and when complete you'll take home a beautiful ‘wishing star'.
Note: Please cover up – no shorts or sandals!
About your Instructor: Karen Reed is an accomplished glass artist who’s been working professionally in the medium since 1981. At her studio, Earthstar Glass, she creates fused glass, painted glass, and stained glass pieces with many of her works combining all three methods (although she’ll tell you there are many more than just three!). Her creations have been exhibited and offered through galleries across the US. It’s been requested by the White House and now sits in the archival collection. Her glass has been accepted at shows curated by past directors of the Smithsonian Institution and Pilchuk Glass. She’s been featured and published in many books and magazines and her fused glass series “Sunscapes” was shown on CBS TV’s “Sunday Morning with Charles Osgood”. She has taught at the John C. Campbell Folk School, Arrowmont School of the Arts and Crafts, The Appalachian Center for Crafts, Bullseye Glass, Uroboros Glass, Hollander Glass, and Weiser Glass. She has also taught specialty classes for Art Museums, Botanical Gardens, Clubs, Guilds and Design Centers. She’s also taught classes at Burritt on the Mountain Folk School and creates custom designs for homes, businesses, and galleries. We consider ourselves fortunate to be able to tap into her many talents!
** Classes are transferable up to 48 hours before class, but not refundable.
Ready to roll up your sleeves and get hands-on with woodworking? In this beginner-friendly class, you'll learn the fundamentals of working with wood while building a sturdy, stylish step stool you can take home and use with pride.
What You’ll Learn:
What You’ll Make: A classic wooden step stool—perfect for reaching high shelves, helping little ones brush their teeth, or just showing off your craftsmanship.
Who It’s For: No experience? No problem. This class is designed for total beginners or anyone looking to brush up on their skills in a relaxed, supportive environment.
Leave With: A finished step stool, new skills, and the confidence to tackle your next DIY project.
So, if you’re ready to step up your woodworking skills, sign up today!
About Your Instructor: John Buckman is an accomplished woodworker and builder. He is the "Shop Foreman" and not only can use each tool in the woodworking area of The Shop but also maintains them. He's been doing woodworking for over 40 years and will assist members and answer their questions whenever they run into problems with a project.
Basic Blacksmithing Level 1
Step into the world of blacksmithing and forge your first creation in this hands-on introductory course! Designed for beginners, this class covers the fundamental principles, essential techniques, and must-have tools of blacksmithing. Students will learn how to properly heat, shape, and manipulate metal using traditional methods, gaining confidence in the craft along the way.
Under expert guidance, each participant will complete a functional take-home item, such as a basic J hook or spike hook—perfect for displaying their newfound skills. Whether you're exploring a new hobby or laying the groundwork for future forging projects, this course is an excellent first step into the artistry and practicality of blacksmithing.
No prior experience is necessary—just bring enthusiasm and a willingness to hammer out something amazing!
Note: This course is a prerequisite for our more advanced Blacksmithing courses.
Important Note: Please wear closed-toed shoes (not open-toed shoes) preferably leather. Please wear clothing made of natural fiber with long pants and long sleeves for protection. Protective gear will be provided as will an Anvil, Forge, Vices, and Tool Sets.
About your Instructor: Dewey Mason is a master welder, blacksmith and fabricator. He teaches, fabricates metal art, and does artistic blacksmithing at his own Fire Giants Forge. Dewey has done most everything when it comes to metalworking, from making plate armor to underwater welding. He’s taught many beginners the basics of welding and fabrication.
Level 1 This is a basic introduction to home welding and processes. Utilizing a MIG welder, you will create a welded steel box from precut parts. At the end of the class, you will have a steel box to take home.
NOTE: This class is a prerequisite for the other welding and metalworking classes we offer.
MACHINE SEWING INTRODUCTION: A BEGINNER'S WORKSHOP
Family Friendly
Discover the joy of sewing in this beginner-friendly workshop, ages 14+)! Whether you're looking to repair clothing, create home decor, or design your own fashions, this class is the perfect place to start. You'll learn the basics of operating a sewing machine, including threading, selecting stitches, and adjusting tension. Through hands-on practice, you'll complete a simple project—a tote bag —to take home and show off your new skills.
Our experienced instructor will guide you every step of the way, ensuring you gain confidence in using your machine and understanding essential sewing techniques. All materials are provided, and no prior sewing experience is needed. Just bring your enthusiasm and a desire to create!
About Your Instructor: Alicia Renata the founder and owner of Boadacious Countess. She is a multi-talented fabric and jewelry artist who creates clothing, jewelry and leather wearables for everyday fantasy, performance art, festivals and cosplay. She enjoys sewing, crochet, and jewelry creation as well as riding her motorcycle.
Family Friendly (Ages 14+)
Discover the art of silk screen printing in this hands-on workshop. You'll learn the fundamentals of screen printing while creating your choice of your own custom T-shirt or hoodie. This class is perfect for beginners and those looking to enhance their skills. Students should have some idea of the design they’d like to screen print. At a minimum it should be at least a hand drawing or for a digital design, please bring it on a flash drive.
Class includes all materials including the T-shirt or hoodie.
Basic Blacksmithing Level 2
Take your blacksmithing skills to the next level by crafting intricate, organic forms from solid bar stock. Build on your skills forged in Blacksmithing Level 1 to create one piece forged flowers.
In this next level course, students will learn advanced forging techniques to shape tulips and lilies using heat, hammer, and anvil—no welding or additional materials required. Emphasis will be placed on controlled tapering, upsetting, and detailed petal shaping to create lifelike flowers entirely from one piece of metal.
By the end of the course, students will walk away with beautifully forged floral sculptures and the knowledge to apply similar techniques to other decorative metalwork.
Ready to turn steel into art? Let’s fire up the forge and get started.
Prerequisite: Blacksmithing Level 1
D&D Dice UV Resin Casting
Step into the magical world of resin art and tabletop gaming! In this hands-on workshop, you’ll learn how to cast your very own custom polyhedral dice using UV resin—perfect for Dungeons & Dragons, Pathfinder, or any RPG adventure.
✨ What You’ll Learn:
The basics of UV resin and how it differs from epoxy
How to safely handle and cure UV resin
Techniques for mixing pigments, glitters, and inclusions
How to use silicone molds to cast a full dice set (D4, D6, D8, D10, D12, D20)
Tips for sanding, polishing, and inking your finished dice
What You’ll Make: A complete, one-of-a-kind set of resin dice—customized with your choice of colors, effects, and flair.
Who It’s For: Perfect for beginners, crafters, and RPG fans alike. No prior experience with resin or dice-making required—just bring your imagination!
What’s Included: All materials, tools, and safety gear provided. Just show up ready to create!
Leave With: A dazzling set of handmade dice and the skills to keep crafting your own magical creations at home.
Welding 102: Essential Skills for Home Projects
Prerequisite: Welding 101
Take your welding skills to the next level with Welding 102, a hands-on course designed to introduce fundamental techniques for cutting, prepping, and welding small home projects. Whether you're looking to tackle DIY repairs, build functional metalwork, or enhance your craftsmanship, this class provides the skills you need to get started.
With expert instruction and guided practice, you'll leave with a solid understanding of welding basics and the ability to confidently begin small-scale welding projects at home.
Important Note: Please wear closed-toed shoes (not open-toed shoes) preferably leather. Please wear clothing made of natural fiber with long pants and long sleeves for protection. Protective gear will be provided.
Learn a little, smile a lot. Join the experts for two hours of pen making. You learn the entire process from selecting wood to assembling the pen.
You get hands on tutoring while you make your very own uniquely handcrafted pen.
By the end of the session, you will leave with your own unique handcrafted wooden pen.
What You’ll Do:
What You'll Need:
Embark on a hands-on journey to craft your very own edge grain cutting board! This class is perfect for woodwork enthusiasts, whether you're a beginner or have some experience under your tool belt.
What You’ll Make:
By the end of the class, you'll have a stunning, custom edge grain cutting board to take home. Each board is not only a practical kitchen tool but also a unique piece of art you can be proud of.
Note: While not a bladeless class, the strips to make the cutting boards will be precut to various widths in order to maximize design and glue up time.
This is a two session class, please reserve a Part II class to complete your cutting board:
About your Instructor: Phil Kern been an avid woodworker all his life and enjoys solving problems and making everything from garden obelisks to bluebird houses. He worked backstage at many theatre companies in Huntsville building sets and set pieces as well as many home projects. He has 2 daughters who among their many other talents also share his passion for working with wood.
Pen Turning 202
An excellent opportunity to improve upon the skills you learned in the basic Pen Turning Class. This session allows you to make two additional pens and more if time permits. Hone and polish your skill (and pens) in this hands on semi-independent session.
Added pen kits beyond two will incur an added charge.
Prerequisite: Basic Pen Turning Class
Beginning Airbrushing: Foundations in Flow and Form
Family Friendly Class
Step into the world of airbrushing with this hands-on beginner class designed for artists, hobbyists, and curious creators of all kinds. Whether you're interested in customizing sneakers, painting miniatures, designing t-shirts, or just exploring a new artistic outlet, this course lays the groundwork for confident, creative spraying.
In this class, students will:
Learn how to set up, clean, and maintain an airbrush and compressor
Explore different airbrush types and painting surfaces
Practice basic spraying techniques including lines, dots, gradients, and masking
Experiment with color layering, stenciling, and freehand design
Complete beginner-friendly projects like on textiles
️ What to Expect: No prior experience necessary. Students will get plenty of guided practice, one-on-one feedback, and tips to build muscle memory and control. All materials and equipment will be provided unless otherwise noted. In addition, you will get 3 more hours of practice time once the class is complete to perfect your airbrushing skills. These times can be arranged with The Shop.
Perfect For: Beginners ages 14+ who want a low-pressure, fun environment to learn airbrushing essentials and leave with finished work they’re proud of.
After completing the steps in part I if the class, you will finish your cutting board and prepare it for use at home. This class is included with your purchase of the Part I class.
In Part II
This is a two session class, Part I class is required.
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