Duration: 90 minutes
Ages: 10 to adult (under 13 with an adult)
Led by: Julie Gross (@juliegrossartist)

Join us for a relaxing spring workshop where you'll create beautiful, one-of-a-kind oyster shell art!

Each participant will receive three oyster shells to transform using decoupage (collage), painting, or a combination of both. Whether you’re aiming for bold colors, delicate patterns, or a bit of both, this is your chance to let your creativity shine.

To finish, we’ll seal your designs with resin or Mod Podge, turning your creations into stunning jewelry trays or decorative pieces perfect for your home.

No experience necessary — just bring your imagination and enjoy a calm, creative atmosphere!

This workshop is open to crafters ages 10 to adult, but anyone under 13 must be accompanied by an adult.

Duration: 2 hours
Ages: 16+
Led by: Stacey Hammer, Locally Crafted Workshop (@createatlocallycrafted)

In this engaging, beginner-friendly workshop, you’ll explore kinusaiga (pronounced “key-new-sigh-ga”), a modern Japanese art form that transforms simple fabric scraps into stunning, textured works of art. By gently tucking fabric into pre-cut grooves on a foam board, you’ll create a richly layered design that resembles a fabric “painting” or quilt.

Relax, unwind, and tap into your creativity as you play with color, pattern, and texture. Whether you’re new to crafting or a seasoned maker, kinusaiga offers a meditative, hands-on experience with impressive results — think florals, landscapes, animals, or abstract designs, all brought to life with fabric.

In this workshop, you’ll learn the essentials — how to work with your template, choose and coordinate fabrics, and use simple tools to build your design piece by piece. 

Your workshop ticket includes: 

• A two-hour instructor-guided workshop

• A 6- by 6-inch “sunburst” pattern pre-cut onto a foam base; 

• All tools and a large selection of fabrics

• An optional 6-inch white square shadow box frame is available at registration for an additional $12.

Join us for a relaxing activity and leave with one-of-a-kind, gallery-worthy piece, and a new creative skill you’ll love coming back to.

Duration: 3 hours
Ages: all ages
Instructors: Locally Crafted Workshop (@createatlocallycrafted)

Duration: 2 hours
Ages: 5+ (under 13 with an adult)
Led by: Julie Nicholson, Loud Beads (@loudbeads)

Join Julie Nicholson of Loud Beads (@loudbeads) for a special Mother’s Day Charm Necklace and Bracelet workshop; a creative, meaningful way to celebrate connection, love, and self-expression.

In this hands-on workshop, participants will design custom charm jewelry that tells a story, whether it’s a gift for a loved one or something special for themselves.

This workshop is for:

• Dads, grandparents or friends bringing kids to make a surprise gift for Mom.

• Moms sitting down with their little ones to create a beautiful keepsake.

• Crafters creating a gift for their own mothers.

• Moms making something special for themselves!

All skill levels are welcome, and all materials are provided! Kids ages 5 and older are welcome with an adult (please purchase an “adult and child” ticket), and solo tickets are open to anyone 13+.

What participants will learn and experience:

• How to choose charms that feel meaningful and personal

• How to design a cohesive and beautiful charm necklace or bracelet

• How to assemble and customize jewelry using beginner-friendly tools

In the workshop, crafters will:

• Select from 200+ charms

• Plan a layout that feels personal and visually balanced

• Assemble a custom charm necklace or bracelet step-by-step

What participants will take home:

• A completed custom charm necklace or bracelet in a gift box

All materials will be provided, including jewelry tools, chain, jump rings, and three charms. Additional charms will be available for purchase ($6 to $10 each; payment via Venmo, PayPal, Zelle, or cash).

This workshop is led by Julie Nicholson, owner and creator of Loud Beads (@loudbeads), a handmade jewelry and accessories brand focused on self-expression, creativity, and meaningful design.

Julie specializes in beaded bracelets, charm necklaces and bracelets, bead kits, and interactive charm bar experiences. She is known for creating welcoming, beginner-friendly workshops that encourage creativity and connection. Loud Beads has hosted pop-ups, private parties, and creative workshops throughout the DMV area, helping people of all ages express themselves through wearable art.

Come celebrate, create, and leave with something beautiful and meaningful. Perfect for honoring yourself or someone you love this Mother’s Day!

Duration: 4 hours
Ages: 18+
Led by: Locally Crafted Workshop (@createatlocallycrafted)

(Please note: This is a one-session workshop — a Mah Jongg bootcamp, if you will!)

Crack! Bam! Dot! Come learn the ancient Chinese game of Mah Jongg (American style). This one-day workshop introduces beginners to the basic rules and simple strategies necessary to master the game.

During the first part of the session, we will learn the basics of identifying tiles, identifying hands on the card, and learning the basic rules. Then we'll practice playing the game with other beginners. By the end of the class you should feel comfortable joining a low-stakes game.

Enrollment will include a National Mah Jongg league card (a $15 value that you'll use any time you play). We'll offer heavy snacks and drinks, but if you'd like to bring a light lunch, please do.

This workshop is open to crafters ages 18 and older.

Duration: 2 hours
Ages: 14 to adult
Led by: Becky Sher, Locally Crafted Workshop (@createatlocallycrafted)

Needlepoint is the darling of the craft world right now, and we’ve happily jumped on the bandwagon. Our sold-out intro to needlepoint workshop in February was a big success, and we plan to teach another one just as soon as needlepoint canvas is back in stock … anywhere.

Luckily, there are lots of ways to stitch, so we’d love to introduce you to needlepoint via a less expensive and super-satisfying medium — plastic canvas! In this workshop, you’ll practice techniques that you can eventually apply to more traditional needlepoint canvas and patterns. You’ll learn the classic continental stitch to create a monogram on plastic canvas. Turn it into a bag charm or a magnet, and then make another! It’s quick, satisfying and a little bit addictive.

In the workshop, you’ll learn:

• How needlepoint differs from other needlework, like cross stitch and embroidery (and how it’s the same!).

• How to work the continental stitch, one of the most common needlepoint stitches.

• How to read a needlepoint pattern.

• How to create needlepoint projects using different materials — in this case, plastic canvas and tapestry wool.

• How to finish your stitching into a bag charm or magnet.

All materials are included:

• Plastic canvas and tapestry wool (enough to make several monograms).

• A tapestry needle.

• Handy notions like tiny scissors and a needle threader.

• Hardware to finish your project as a bag charm or magnet.

• Pattern for the entire alphabet, and a heart.

• No experience necessary — come see what all the fuss is about! Open to crafters 14 to adult.

Duration: 2 hours
Ages: 9 to 13
Led by: Locally Crafted Workshop (@createatlocallycrafted)

Don’t tell everyone else who visits our workshop, but tweens are some of our favorite people to craft with. So we decided to set aside a night just for them — to craft, make new friends (or hang with old ones) and of course … eat.

Kids ages 9 to 13 are invited for an evening of crafts, pizza and just hanging out. Bring a pal, or come alone and meet other kids who love to craft. We’ll supply pizza, snacks and a soundtrack, plus cool projects using lots of fun supplies and techniques. We’ll set up crafting stations like we do for our monthly Open Studio events so kids can explore at their own pace. (Expect bedazzling, some cool beaded accessories we’ve never offered before, and more.) 

This IS a drop-off event; we’ll ask for adult contact info at registration.

Duration: 2 hours
Ages: all ages
Led by: Locally Crafted Workshop (@createatlocallycrafted)

It’s time again for one of our favorite nights of the month — bring your current project and join us for a few hours of creativity and camaraderie.

This FREE event is open to crafters of all kinds, so bring your in-progress project (or one you’ve been trying to find time to begin), and join our crafting community. It’s a the-more-the-merrier situation for sure.

Whether it’s knitting, papercrafts, junk journaling, needlework or jewelry-making, we’ve got a place for you in our space. Table space will be available, along with a few basic supplies like scissors, colored pencils and glue sticks, if you forget something. And feel free to bring a snack if that’s how you roll.

If you don’t have a project in progress but want to see what it’s all about, our Bead Bar will be open for business. For $12, it’s an all-you-can-bead situation, with a huge buffet of beads and basic bracelet-making supplies.

Joining us with your own project is FREE, but if you think you’re coming, grab a ticket so we know how many people to expect. Can't wait to craft with you!

Duration: 3 hours
Ages: all ages
Led by: Locally Crafted Workshop (@createatlocallycrafted)

Spring is finally springing, so we thought plants and flowers would be the perfect theme for our April Open Studio.

If you’ve never come to our Open Studio events, here’s a quick rundown: We set up project stations that you can explore at your own pace. Minimal instruction, maximum creativity. We try to plan projects that are open-ended so you can craft your way, but we provide plenty of samples and inspiration. While we encourage families to craft together, these workshops are NOT just for kids. If you need a burst of creative joy in your week, you’ve found it. And in case you’re wondering, we have plenty of crafters who come at 10:01 and leave at 12:59 — we’re happy for you to craft as long as you like.

This month’s spring-themed projects include:

• A collage garden that will bloom for years.

• Beaded plant stakes to add pizazz to your greenery.

• A hanging decoration for your wall or window.

• And more!

Our monthly plea: If possible, please buy your tickets ahead of time. It’s a bit cheaper, but mostly, it helps us to plan our materials so we don’t leave any crafters without supplies (or prep way too much!). We know it’s not always possible to plan ahead, but if you can, it helps us make Open Studio the best experience for everyone! 

Tickets are $15 in advance or $18 at the door. Crafters under 4 are free, but must be accompanied by a paying adult.

This is not a drop-off event. All children under 13 must be accompanied by an adult.

Duration: 2½ hours
Ages: all ages
Led by: Locally Crafted Workshop (@createatlocallycrafted)

Celebrate spring with us at our April Family Bingo Night. (What’s the point of bingo without a theme?) Bring a friend or come solo and enjoy a night of family-friendly fun and community. 

Bring your own dinner and we’ll supply water, dessert and prizes. Our sold-out February bingo night wiped us out of prizes, so they’ll be almost all new this time.

Doors open at 5:30 for dinner and mingling, and bingo will begin at 6:15. Each player needs a ticket — you’ll receive 10 cards per ticket, so we can play all night! 

All ages are welcome, so bring your family, friends and neighbors to enjoy a fun and friendly evening.

Duration: 2 hours
Ages:
Led by: Locally Crafted Workshop (@createatlocallycrafted)

Whether you learned Mah Jongg in one of our workshops or you've been playing for years we hope you'll join us for open play community games in our workshop space on the second Thursday of every month.

Please note: This is not a learn-to-play workshop! You should be familiar with the fundamental tenets of American Mah Jongg, including identifying suits, how to read the card and basic gameplay. You do not need to be an expert by any means, but we will not be teaching new players at these events. Of course, friendly assistance is always provided.

All levels are welcome, as long as you know the basics — when you register, you’ll be asked about your experience so we can plan tables accordingly. Even if your only experience (so far!) is in our workshops or some casual lessons with friends, there is a spot for you at our tables.

If you have a card, please bring it. We’ll have cards to lend if you don’t have one. We will provide tile sets, though you're welcome to bring yours to share.

Snacks will be provided. Obviously.

This workshop is open to players ages 14 and older.

Duration: 2½ hours
Ages: 12 to adult (with basic crochet knowledge)
Led by: Becky Sher (@createatlocallycrafted)

If you’ve never made a granny square, can you even call yourself a crocheter?! In this advanced beginner workshop, you’ll learn to crochet the classic granny square, which can be used in so many different ways. Even a single granny square makes a cute coaster or wall hanging, so don’t feel like you need to make a whole blanket’s worth in your first attempt. :)

You’ll practice crocheting in the round (instead of back and forth in rows), which is the foundation for many crochet projects, including the popular amigurumi plush characters that you see everywhere.

Please note: This workshop is not for crafters who have never picked up a hook. You should be fairly comfortable with creating a slip knot, making chain stitches, and working single and double crochet stitches. We will do a quick review of the basics, but this workshop is not for absolute beginners. Please watch for our introductory crochet workshops or schedule a private lesson to prepare for this workshop!

In this workshop, you’ll learn:

• How to read a crochet pattern.

• How to crochet in the round, including making a magic ring or creating a chain circle to start.

• How to change colors so you can make a multicolored square.

• How to weave in your ends (every crocheter’s least favorite part of a granny square).

• Ideas for granny square projects — including some that require only a single square! And tips on working granny “squares” in different shapes.

All materials are included, but if you have yarn lying around, feel free to bring it, along with a matching hook. Granny squares are the ultimate scrap buster!

This workshop is for crafters 12 to adult, with basic crochet knowledge.

Duration: 2 hours
Ages: 10 to adult (under 13 with an adult)
Led by: E. Foley (@foleysdogtraining)

Craft your own Easter decorations in this beginner-friendly needle-felting workshop with instructor E. Foley (@foleysdogtraining). 

Needle felting lets you get out your frustrations by stabbing wool with a barbed needle to create art. In this workshop, you will make three custom Easter eggs. Display them in a basket or bowl for a festive seasonal decoration. Ambitious crafters can try a bunny or a chick.

Each student will receive:

• Three barbed needles (and band-aids if needed ☺️)

• Three pre-made wool eggs in a natural white color to use as your canvas

• Wool in a rainbow of colors to decorate your eggs

• A foam felting pad

• Printed instructions and tips for making your project shine!

This  workshop is for crafters ages 10 to adult. For children, ask yourself,  "Would I trust my child with a sharp, barbed needle?" If you would, they  can come! Under 13 must be accompanied by an adult. 

Duration: 2 hours
Ages: 7 to adult (under 11 with adult)
Led by: Locally Crafted Workshop (@createatlocallycrafted)

March is National Craft Month! (Of course we celebrate crafts every month, but far be it from us to ignore a craft-related holiday.) This seems like the perfect time to try a little twist on our popular mini bookcase project — a mini craft room trinket shelf! All the tiny cuteness of our bookcases, but with some new miniature materials to play with.

Fill your shelf with teeny craft supplies, as well as the books, plants and other tiny items you’ve loved in our previous workshops. We’re using a slightly different shelf base this time, so you can try some new ideas. (No one is forcing you to create a craft room, BTW. All that’s required is a love of tiny things and some creativity.)

This workshop includes:

• A 6-by-4-inch bookcase ready for you to customize and embellish. (A little more vertical space for you to play with!)

• Lots of tiny craft supplies! Fill jars with mini buttons and pompoms, create teeny knitting needles or pencils, and make miniature bolts of fabric. We’ll have little scraps of felt and tiny coloring pages. Wait until you see the incredibly small embroidery hoops!

• Plenty of other miniature decorative items like coffee mugs, plants and more.

• A buffet of supplies so you can embellish your shelves; create items like potted plants or flowers in vases; or whatever else you can dream up to make your perfect crafting space.

• Don’t forget to raid your own craft supplies for tiny pieces you can add to make it your own.

This workshop is open to crafters ages 7 and up, but kids under 11 must be accompanied by an adult.

Duration: 90 minutes
Ages: 18+
Led by: Locally Crafted Workshop (@createatlocallycrafted)

We’ve seen the connections that crafters are making spontaneously in our workshops, so we thought, “why not do it on purpose?” Making friends as an adult can be … tricky, but it’s a lot easier when you’re bonding over a fun, creative activity.

And that’s the goal behind our Meet and Make workshops. We invite you to come alone or bring a friend or two for some low-key crafting and chatting.

We’ve caught the bedazzling bug, so we thought that would be the perfect project for a casual night of creativity. Join us to add some sparkle to hair clips and vinyl stickers, and have a sip of something fun while you’re crafting.

Your ticket includes:

• Two claw-style hair clips — we’ll have plain ones in plenty of colors plus some fun shaped clips to spark your creativity. Choose to just add gems to a small part, or cover the whole clip. We’ll have lots of samples.

• A vinyl sticker (the kind that goes on your laptop or water bottle). We find these are a fun way to dip a toe into bedazzling — it’s kind of like coloring with gems.

• A buffet of gems in a rainbow of colors, plus all the tools you’ll need, like wax picking pencils, gem trays and glue.

• A few fun refreshments to round out the evening.

This workshop is open to women ages 18+. (Don’t worry, we’re planning a separate Clip and Sip event for our tween and teen friends.)

Duration: 2 hours
Ages: 12 to adult
Led by: Stacey and Maddie Hammer (@locallycraftedshop)

Join mother-daughter duo Stacey and Maddie Hammer for a broken dish mosaic workshop. 

In this two-hour workshop, participants will learn the basics of mosaic art, and how to cut and shape ceramic dishes into useable mosaic tiles. Choose from either a house or bird shape as a base and glue on tiles to create a beautiful mosaic masterpiece.  

All supplies will be provided, including a large selection of thrifted broken plates and traditional pre-cut ceramic and glass tiles. However, you're also welcome to bring one of your own special dishes from home. 

Because mosaic glue needs 24 hours to dry before applying grout, participants will go home with instructions and a grouting kit that includes everything they'll need to finish their project. 

This workshop is open to crafters 12 to adult. Beginners are welcome — no prior mosaic experience is required. 

Duration: 2½ hours
Ages: all ages
Led by: Locally Crafted Workshop (@createatlocallycrafted)

Come to Rio Saturday, March 14, for the City of Gaithersburg St. Patrick's Day parade, and then join us for a few hours of open crafting — stay for a few minutes, or hang out all day. Bring a friend, a kid, a partner or come alone. Crafters of all ages will find something fun to make, we’re sure of it. This is a low-pressure, good vibes crafting environment. Just the way all crafting should be!

This event is not just for kids! Adults are invited to get crafty with us, whether you've got a kid with you or not.

We’ll have several stations set up for your crafting pleasure, including our Bead Bar, stocked with plenty of green, gold and rainbows. Plus lots of other fun projects inspired by the holiday and the season (which will hopefully not include snow and ice!).

All the projects are open-ended, and ready for you to put your own spin on them. There will be no official instruction, but we will offer lots of inspiration if you need it.

This is not a drop-off event. All children under 13 must be accompanied by an adult.

Tickets are $15 in advance or $18 at the door. It helps us so much to know how many people to expect, so advance tickets are discounted! Crafters 4 and under are free, but must be accompanied by a paying adult.

Duration: 2 hours
Ages: 14 to adult
Led by: Locally Crafted Workshop (@createatlocallycrafted)

Whether you learned Mah Jongg in one of our workshops or you've been playing for years we hope you'll join us for drop-in community games in our workshop space on the second Thursday of every month.

Please note: This is not a learn-to-play workshop! You should be familiar with the fundamental tenets of American Mah Jongg, including identifying suits, how to read the card and basic gameplay. You do not need to be an expert by any means, but we will not be teaching new players at these events. Of course, friendly assistance is always provided.

All levels are welcome, as long as you know the basics — when you register, you’ll be asked about your experience so we can plan tables accordingly. Even if your only experience (so far!) is in our workshops or some casual lessons with friends, there is a spot for you at our tables.

If you have a card, please bring it. We’ll have cards to lend if you don’t have one. We will provide tile sets, though you're welcome to bring yours to share.

Snacks will be provided. Obviously.

This workshop is open to players ages 14 and older.

Duration: 2 hours
Ages: 13 to adult (under 16 with an adult)

Out of space on your walls? No problem — make some art that you can display on your windows! In this class with local artist Julie Gross (@juliegrossartist), you’ll paint two beautiful floral compositions inside double-paned glass frames. Julie will teach you techniques for using fine-line applicators and acrylic paints. You’ll coat the final composition in UV resin for durability.

Workshop includes:

• Two double-paned glass frames, approximately 4 by 6 inches.

• Acrylic paints and fine-line applicators.

• Reference images to help you plan your floral composition.

• UV resin for coating the final project.

• Instruction and inspiration from a local artist. 

This workshop is open to crafters 13 to adult. Crafters under 16 should be accompanied by an adult.

Duration: 2 hours
Ages: all ages
Led by: Locally Crafted Workshop (@createatlocallycrafted)

It’s time again for one of our favorite nights of the month — bring your current project and join us for a few hours of creativity and camaraderie.

This FREE event is open to crafters of all kinds, so bring your in-progress project (or one you’ve been trying to find time to begin), and join our crafting community. It’s a the-more-the-merrier situation for sure.

Whether it’s knitting, papercrafts, junk journaling, needlework or jewelry-making, we’ve got a place for you in our space. Table space will be available, along with a few basic supplies like scissors, colored pencils and glue sticks, if you forget something. And feel free to bring a snack if that’s how you roll.

If you don’t have a project in progress but want to see what it’s all about, our Bead Bar will be open for business. For $12, it’s an all-you-can-bead situation, with a huge buffet of beads and basic bracelet-making supplies.

Joining us with your own project is FREE, but if you think you’re coming, grab a ticket so we know how many people to expect. Can't wait to craft with you!

Duration: 90 minutes
Ages: 10 to adult (under 13 with an adult)
Led by: Locally Crafted Workshop (@createatlocallycrafted)

Join us to learn the basics of resin art while you create a gorgeous tray in a floral motif. In the 90-minute session, you’ll learn about the properties of resin; how to work with it and color it; and how to use dried flowers to create your own design.

Class includes:

• Introduction to creating resin art — no experience required!

• A 4- by 12-inch rectangular ceramic platter in which to create your resin art

• All flowers and materials.

• Finished project is perfect to display in your home or give as a gift

Please note:

• Since resin must cure, you’ll need to come back at least a couple days after the class to pick up the final project.

• Resin art can be messy — please dress appropriately.

Kids as young as 10 are welcome to attend, but any participant under 13 but must be accompanied by an adult. ALL participants must purchase a ticket.

Duration: 2 hours
Ages: 16 to adult
Led by: Kelly Shires (@thestitchingnurse)

Needlepoint is having a moment — and rightfully so! Like so many crafts, needlepoint is great for cognitive health, stress relief, focus and mood-boosting. It’s screen-free, and you can bring a needlepoint project with you anywhere. You’ll never be bored again.

Whether you've never held a needle before or just need a refresher, you are sure to walk away from this beginner class with a newfound love for needlework, and the beginning of a cute project.

In this workshop with Kelly Shires (@thestitchingnurse), you'll start on a simple design that can later be finished as a key fob, paperweight or bookmark. Or just consider it a practice canvas until you’re ready for your first real project.

This class includes a beginner needlepoint kit with everything you need to get started — a $100+ value! (And needlepoint supplies are in high demand right now and sold out in many stores, so let us do the legwork and gather everything for you.) Your kit will include:

• Hand-painted/stitch-painted needlepoint canvas

• Threads (choose from pink, green or blue with white when you register)

• Scissors

• Needle

• Seam ripper

• Project bag

• Beginner instruction booklet, complete with how-tos, plus links to needlepoint stores and resources

Also included:

• Optional beginners Whatsapp chat for real-time troubleshooting with the instructor if you get stuck after you leave the workshop.

• Discussion of finishing techniques, and ideas and resources for finishing projects.

Come ready to learn and fall in love with this new hobby.

About the instructor

Kelly Shires is a registered nurse, mom of three, and a needlepointer for 10 years. She learned to stitch in high school and fell in love. Craving an in-person community for needlepoint, not just the booming online community, she started a stitch club in Montgomery County in 2024. MocoStitchClub has more than 100 members of different ages and experience levels, and meets a few times a month. See Kelly’s stitching on Instagram (@thestitchingnurse) and check out MocoStitchClub (@mocostitchclub).

This workshop is open to crafters ages 16 and older.

Duration: 2 hours
Ages: 16 to adult
Led by: Jess Giblin, Green Moon Baby (@greenmoonbabyco)

Grab your favorite sweatshirt and come stitch something fun! This beginner-friendly embroidery workshop with Jess Giblin of Green Moon Baby is all about creativity, self-expression, and adding a little personality to the clothes you already love.

In this class, you’ll customize your own sweatshirt with a design or word of your choice. Designs can be stitched on the chest, sleeve, or collar, and there will be tons of options to choose from. Make a sweatshirt that is completely one-of-a-kind. No embroidery experience needed!

What you’ll learn:

• How to place and transfer designs onto a sweatshirt

• Easy, beginner-friendly embroidery stitches used for lettering and simple designs

• How to finish your piece and keep stitching at home

What you’ll make:

• A one-of-a-kind hand-embroidered sweatshirt designed by you!

IMPORTANT: You will bring your own sweatshirt to embroider. Cotton (or cotton blend) sweatshirts with a fleecy interior work best. Stretchy fabrics are not recommended and can be tricky to stitch.

What’s provided:

• A huge mix of fun designs and words to choose from

• Lots of thread colors to play with

• All embroidery tools including needles, hoops, threaders, needle minders, and scissors

• Step-by-step guidance so you never feel lost

About the instructor

This workshop is taught by Jess Giblin, the founder of Green Moon Baby (@greenmoonbabyco), a Maryland-based embroidery studio known for playful personalization and confidence building workshops. Jess hand-embroiders every item she sells and has taught sold-out classes across the region at creative studios and community spaces. Her classes are known for being welcoming, fun, and surprisingly addictive. You can see more of her work on Instagram at @greenmoonbabyco.

Come stitch, laugh, and leave with a sweatshirt that feels completely you!

This workshop is open to crafters ages 16 to adult.

Duration: 90 minutes
Ages: 5 to 12
Led by: Megan Humphrey (@magicmomentsplaykitsbymeg)

Join Magic Moments by Meg (@magicmomentsplaykitsbymeg) for a magical potion workshop celebrating the month of love!

Young potion makers will create their very own love and kindness potion by mixing colorful, sensory-rich ingredients while learning about kindness, friendship, and self-love. Each child will take home a finished potion bottle of their own creation complete with a special, handmade spell card, making this a fun and meaningful keepsake. 

This class is perfect for curious kids ages 5 to 12 who love to imagine, explore, and get a bit messy! 

Note: This workshop is designed for kids! However, if your child may need extra supervision or support with behavior and following directions, we ask that a parent or guardian stay to help them enjoy the experience. This is a mess-positive workshop so please dress your child in play clothes.

Duration: 3½ hours
Ages: 7 to 13
Led by: Locally Crafted Workshop (@createatlocallycrafted)

We’ve discovered there’s a strong overlap between people who love crafting and people who love reading — including kids! School’s out on Tuesday, Feb. 17, so let’s get together for an afternoon of book-ish crafts.

In this mini camp for kids ages 7 to 13, we’ll celebrate our love of reading (and maybe share some book recommendations along the way!).

Among the projects we’ve got planned:

• Our favorite project of all time — a tiny bookcase. Choose all kinds of miniatures to fill your bookcase, from books to food to mini animals.

• Fun and creative bookmarks (did someone say “sticker bombing”?!)

• A book tote at our Patch Bar.

• Book-themed flair buttons to decorate our totes.

• Another new favorite — bedazzled book covers! (Or other book-themed bedazzling.)

• And more!

Campers should bring a water bottle. We will provide an afternoon snack.

Duration: 2½ hours
Ages: all ages
Led by: Locally Crafted Workshop (@createatlocallycrafted)

We’ve got another Family Bingo Night on the calendar, and this time, we’ll be celebrating Valentine’s Day together. Bring your valentine, galentine or “pal”entine and enjoy a night of family-friendly fun and community. 

Bring your own dinner and we’ll supply water, valentine treats and prizes.

Doors open at 5:30 for dinner and mingling, and bingo will begin at 6:15. Each player needs a ticket — you’ll receive 10 cards per ticket, so we can play all night! 

All ages are welcome — we’ve had a great mix of players at our last two nights, which just adds to the fun. So bring your family, friends and neighbors to enjoy a fun and friendly evening.

Duration: 2 hours
Ages: 14 to adults
Led by: Locally Crafted Workshop (@createatlocallycrafted)

Whether you learned Mah Jongg in one of our workshops or you've been playing for years we hope you'll join us for drop-in community games in our workshop space on the second Thursday of every month. 

Please note: This is not a learn-to-play workshop! You should be familiar with the fundamental tenets of American Mah Jongg, including identifying suits, how to read the card and basic gameplay. You do not need to be an expert by any means, but we will not be teaching new players at these events. Of course, friendly assistance is always provided.

All levels are welcome, as long as you know the basics — when you register, you’ll be asked about your experience so we can plan tables accordingly. Even if your only experience (so far!) is in our workshops or some casual lessons with friends, there is a spot for you at our tables.

If you have a card, please bring it. We’ll have cards to lend if you don’t have one. We will provide tile sets, though you're welcome to bring yours to share.

Snacks will be provided. Obviously.

This workshop is open to players ages 14 and older.

Date and time: Wednesday, Feb. 11, and Thursday, Feb. 12
Duration: 2 hours each night
Ages: 18+
Led by: Locally Crafted Workshop (@createatlocallycrafted)

(Please note: This is a two-session workshop — Wednesday, Feb. 11, and Thursday, Feb. 12, 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. both evenings.)

Crack! Bam! Dot! Come learn the ancient Chinese game of Mah Jongg (American style). This two-evening workshop introduces beginners to the basic rules and simple strategies necessary to master the game.

This is a two-part class: During the first night (Wednesday, Feb. 11), we will learn the basics of identifying tiles, identifying hands on the 2025 card, and learning the basic rules. When we meet again the following evening, we will review the information from night one and practice playing the game with other beginners. By the end of the class you should feel comfortable joining a low-stakes game.

Enrollment will include a National Mah Jongg league card (a $15 value that you'll use any time you play). And in true Mah Jongg tradition, snacks will be served!

This workshop is open to crafters ages 18 and older.

Duration: 3 hours
Ages: all ages
Led by: Locally Crafted Workshop (@createatlocallycrafted)

Valentine’s Day is one of the best crafting holidays — who can resist a celebration of love and friendship? It’s the perfect theme for our February Open Studio, and we hope you’ll join us.

These monthly workshops are full of family-friendly, open-ended projects, and this time, all of our projects will be themed around the holiday — gifts, decor, cards and more.

As with all of our Open Studio events, we invite you to stay for a few minutes, or hang out all day. Bring a friend, a kid, a partner or come alone. Crafters of all ages will find something fun to make, we’re sure of it. This event is not just for kids! Adults are invited to get crafty with us, whether you've got a kid with you or not.

Our crafting stations this time will include:

• A cute camper project all decked out for the holiday.

• A Valentine’s spin on one of our favorite crafts — trinket collage!

• A card-making station, of course!

• And more that we’re still cooking up …

All the projects are open-ended, and ready for you to put your own spin on them. There will be no official instruction, but we will offer lots of inspiration if you need it.

Tickets are $15 in advance or $18 at the door. It helps us so much to know how many people to expect, so advance tickets are discounted! Crafters 4 and under are free, but must be accompanied by a paying adult.

Duration: 2 hours
Ages: 10 to adult (under 13 with an adult)
Led by: E. Foley (@foleysdogtraining)

Cute and calorie-free doughnuts? Yes, please! Join instructor E. Foley (@foleysdogtraining) for a simple and adorable project that is a perfect introduction to needle felting.

If you can hold a needle and stab with it, you can needle felt!

Needle felting lets you get out your frustrations by stabbing wool with a barbed needle to create art. In this workshop, you will shape your doughnuts (traditional round or heart), add “frosting” and “sprinkles” (100% wool!), and then finish it off with a magnet so you can stick them to your fridge at home.

Each student will receive:

• Three barbed needles (and band-aids if needed)

• Wool in a variety of colors to create two doughnuts and their toppings

• A foam felting pad (your ticket price is discounted if you bring your own!)

• Magnets

• Printed instructions and tips for making your project shine!

This workshop is for crafters ages 10 to adult. For children, ask yourself, "Would I trust my child with a sharp, barbed needle?" If you would, they can come! Under 13 must be accompanied by an adult.