CraftLab Seattle Classes

 
West Seattle Art Walk
Sep
10

West Seattle Art Walk

Welcome to the vibrant heart of West Seattle’s creative community! The West Seattle Art Walk is a celebration of local artists, galleries, and businesses coming together to showcase the rich tapestry of artistic talent in our neighborhood. Held every second Thursday of the month, this event invites you to explore a diverse array of artistic expressions, from paintings and sculptures to photography and mixed media installations.

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Intro to Needle Felting - Sculpting Animals and Beyond
Sep
16

Intro to Needle Felting - Sculpting Animals and Beyond

Discover the wonderfully therapeutic and surprisingly addictive art of needle felting—a no-sew fiber art technique that transforms fluffy wool roving into charming three-dimensional sculptures using a single barbed needle! This beginner-friendly class for ages 16 and up focuses on building adorable felted sculptures, with animals as your jumping-off point.

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Wire Beaded Charms
Sep
17

Wire Beaded Charms

Get ready to bend, wrap, and bead your way to something fun and creative. In this hands-on class, middle schoolers will use colorful beads and flexible wire to create intricate charms—think fish, gumball machines, and other fun shapes that are equal parts charms and miniature art.

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Kinusaiga — Japanese Art of Fabric Mosaic
Sep
19

Kinusaiga — Japanese Art of Fabric Mosaic

Discover the breathtaking and meditative Japanese art of Kinusaiga—a traditional fabric mosaic technique that uses richly colored fabric pieces pressed into a foam base to create stunning, painterly textile artwork! This beginner-friendly class for ages 16 and up is an introduction to a lesser-known fiber art form that produces truly spectacular results.

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Wild for Printmaking! (Kid + Adult)
Sep
20

Wild for Printmaking! (Kid + Adult)

Get wild with printmaking—and bring your favorite grown-up along for the fun! In this hands-on class, kids and their adults will:

  • Design and carve their own animal stamps from foam and cardboard

  • Print their creatures and bring them to life in bold, vibrant colors on paper

  • Explore pattern, texture, and color to build their very own animal kingdom one print at a time

  • Take home a collection of repeatable, frameable artwork they'll be thrilled to show off

This class is designed for kids ages 6 and up paired with a parent, grandparent, guardian, or any special adult in their life. No art experience necessary for either generation—just a sense of adventure and a willingness to get a little inky! Whether you're a first-time printmaker or a seasoned crafter, this is a wonderful opportunity to slow down, connect, and create lasting memories together in a fun and welcoming environment.

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Macramé Coasters
Sep
22

Macramé Coasters

Dive into the satisfying and meditative art of macramé by crafting a set of beautiful, functional coasters using natural cotton rope and classic knotting techniques. This beginner-friendly class for ages 16 and up is the perfect introduction to macramé—no experience required, just a love of texture, pattern, and handmade home décor.

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Intro to Visible Mending - Day 1
Sep
24

Intro to Visible Mending - Day 1

Give your worn and beloved clothing a second life through the beautiful and intentional art of visible mending! This beginner-friendly class celebrates imperfection by transforming holes, tears, and worn spots into stunning decorative features rather than hiding them away. In this hands-on and empowering class, participants will:

  • Learn foundational hand-stitching and embroidery techniques used in visible mending

  • Explore Japanese-inspired Sashiko stitching, darning, and decorative patch application

  • Transform damaged or worn garments and textiles into wearable art

  • Discover how mending mindfully reduces textile waste and connects us to a rich global tradition of repair and resourcefulness

  • Leave with a mended piece and a set of skills to carry into your everyday wardrobe

Whether you're a complete beginner with a needle and thread or simply looking to slow down and stitch intentionally, this class is a welcoming space to learn, create, and rethink the way we care for our clothes. Bring a garment in need of some love—or we'll have materials ready for you!

The class will meet over two dates, Sept 24th for 90 min and October 1st for 90 min.  Everyone over the age of 16 is encouraged to attend.  Class includes all materials needed and the cost is per person.

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Gelli Plate Printing
Sep
27

Gelli Plate Printing

Discover the endlessly addictive world of Gelli printing—a modern, playful approach to monoprinting that produces stunning, one-of-a-kind results every single time! In this hands-on class, participants will:

  • Use a flexible gelatin plate to layer colors, textures, and stenciled designs onto paper

  • Pull beautiful, completely unique prints that can never be exactly replicated

  • Experiment with bold graphic patterns, soft ethereal layers, and everything in between

  • Leave with a collection of gorgeous layered artwork perfect for framing, bookmaking, card making, or mixed media projects

  • Walk away with a brand new creative obsession you won't be able to put down

No printmaking experience necessary—just a love of color, pattern, and happy creative surprises!

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Playing at Drawing (an Unorthodox Drawing Class) Class 1 of 4
Sep
30

Playing at Drawing (an Unorthodox Drawing Class) Class 1 of 4

Forget everything you think you know about drawing—this is not your typical art class! Designed for adults who believe they "can't draw," Playing at Drawing throws out the rulebook and replaces it with curiosity, experimentation, and a whole lot of fun. In this liberating and lighthearted class, participants will:

  • Explore unconventional drawing tools and techniques that break all the traditional rules

  • Loosen up with playful warm-up exercises designed to quiet your inner critic and free your hand

  • Experiment with blind contour drawing, gesture sketching, mark-making, and other unorthodox approaches

  • Discover that drawing is less about talent and more about observation, play, and creative courage

  • Leave with a sketchbook full of surprising, expressive work you didn't know you were capable of making

Whether you haven't picked up a pencil since grade school or simply want to shake up your creative practice, this class is your permission slip to play, make a mess, and rediscover the joy of making marks on paper. No experience, no pressure, no wrong answers—just pure creative fun.

Each class is 2 hrs and will run over the course of 4 days: Sept 30, Oct 7th, Oct 14th and Oct 21st. All people ages 16 and up are encouraged to attend. All materials provided and the cost is per person.

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Intro to Visible Mending - Day 2
Oct
1

Intro to Visible Mending - Day 2

Give your worn and beloved clothing a second life through the beautiful and intentional art of visible mending! This beginner-friendly class celebrates imperfection by transforming holes, tears, and worn spots into stunning decorative features rather than hiding them away. In this hands-on and empowering class, participants will:

  • Learn foundational hand-stitching and embroidery techniques used in visible mending

  • Explore Japanese-inspired Sashiko stitching, darning, and decorative patch application

  • Transform damaged or worn garments and textiles into wearable art

  • Discover how mending mindfully reduces textile waste and connects us to a rich global tradition of repair and resourcefulness

  • Leave with a mended piece and a set of skills to carry into your everyday wardrobe

Whether you're a complete beginner with a needle and thread or simply looking to slow down and stitch intentionally, this class is a welcoming space to learn, create, and rethink the way we care for our clothes. Bring a garment in need of some love—or we'll have materials ready for you!

The class will meet over two dates, Sept 24th for 90 min and October 1st for 90 min.  Everyone over the age of 16 is encouraged to attend.  Class includes all materials needed and the cost is per person.

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Colorful Lanterns
Oct
4

Colorful Lanterns

Build, color, and glow! Kids will construct charming lanterns using popsicle sticks and translucent paper panels that they decorate with bold, colorful designs. When lit from within, their artwork transforms into a glowing stained-glass-like display that's nothing short of magical. In this hands-on class, kids will:

  • Assemble a sturdy lantern frame using popsicle sticks

  • Paint or draw vibrant designs, patterns, and scenes onto translucent paper panels

  • Insert their artwork into the frame to create a glowing, illuminated display

  • Watch their lantern come to life with an LED light tucked inside

From abstract splatter paintings to intricate floral designs, every lantern is a one-of-a-kind creation that doubles as functional home décor. A perfect project for young builders and artists alike.

The class is 1.5 hrs long and Kids in grades 1-5 are welcome to sign up for this class. All required materials are included and it is a per person cost.

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Playing at Drawing (an unorthodox drawing class) Class 2 of 4
Oct
7

Playing at Drawing (an unorthodox drawing class) Class 2 of 4

Forget everything you think you know about drawing—this is not your typical art class! Designed for adults who believe they "can't draw," Playing at Drawing throws out the rulebook and replaces it with curiosity, experimentation, and a whole lot of fun. In this liberating and lighthearted class, participants will:

  • Explore unconventional drawing tools and techniques that break all the traditional rules

  • Loosen up with playful warm-up exercises designed to quiet your inner critic and free your hand

  • Experiment with blind contour drawing, gesture sketching, mark-making, and other unorthodox approaches

  • Discover that drawing is less about talent and more about observation, play, and creative courage

  • Leave with a sketchbook full of surprising, expressive work you didn't know you were capable of making

Whether you haven't picked up a pencil since grade school or simply want to shake up your creative practice, this class is your permission slip to play, make a mess, and rediscover the joy of making marks on paper. No experience, no pressure, no wrong answers—just pure creative fun.

Each class is 2 hrs and will run over the course of 4 days: Sept 30, Oct 7th, Oct 14th and Oct 21st. All people ages 16 and up are encouraged to attend. All materials provided and the cost is per person.

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West Seattle Art Walk
Oct
8

West Seattle Art Walk

Welcome to the vibrant heart of West Seattle’s creative community! The West Seattle Art Walk is a celebration of local artists, galleries, and businesses coming together to showcase the rich tapestry of artistic talent in our neighborhood. Held every second Thursday of the month, this event invites you to explore a diverse array of artistic expressions, from paintings and sculptures to photography and mixed media installations.

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SPS In-service Day Camp for Elementary School Kids
Oct
9

SPS In-service Day Camp for Elementary School Kids

SPS In-service Day Camp for Elementary School Kids

Celebrate the magic of autumn with a fun-filled three-hour creative arts camp designed just for elementary school kids! As the leaves change and the season shifts, young artists will dive into a variety of fall-inspired hands-on projects that spark imagination and embrace the colors, textures, and wonder of October. Kids will:

  • Explore seasonal art projects inspired by the sights, sounds, and colors of fall

  • Work with a variety of materials including paint, nature elements, fabric, and mixed media

  • Create multiple take-home projects to display and share with family

  • Make new friends and collaborate in a welcoming, creative environment

From harvest colors to Halloween fun, this camp is packed with creative energy, joyful making, and plenty of fall inspiration. A perfect after-school adventure for budding artists in elementary school who love to get their hands colorful and their imaginations running wild. All materials provided—just send them in clothes you don't mind getting a little painty!

This camp will run from 9am to 12 noon on October 9th during the SPS teacher in-service day. Students in grades 1st through 5th are welcome to sign up. We need a minimum of 8 students and a max of 12 spots are available for this session. We have (1) scholarship available for each class; please email us at enrichment@craftlabseattle.com for more information.

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Oct 9th In-Service Day Camp - Middle School
Oct
9

Oct 9th In-Service Day Camp - Middle School

Fall Book Arts Camp — Middle School Edition

Ditch the ordinary and spend three hours this October diving into the fascinating world of book arts! This fall-inspired creative arts camp is designed specifically for middle schoolers who want to explore the art of handmade books, zines, and paper crafts while expressing their own unique creative voice. In this action-packed session, participants will:

  • Learn foundational bookbinding techniques to create their own handmade books and journals

  • Design and assemble a mini zine to fill with artwork, writing, poetry, or whatever inspires them

  • Explore paper folding, cutting, and decorating techniques to create stunning book covers and pages

  • Experiment with fall-inspired imagery, color palettes, and mixed media to personalize their creations

  • Walk away with at least one finished pieces ready to fill with stories, sketches, and ideas

This is so much more than arts and crafts—it's an introduction to a centuries-old art form that sits at the intersection of creativity, storytelling, and design. Whether you're an avid journaler, a budding illustrator, or simply someone who loves beautiful handmade things, this camp is your perfect October afternoon. All materials provided—just bring your imagination and a story worth telling.

This camp will run from 1pm to 4pm on October 9th during the SPS teacher in-service day. Students in grades 5th through 8th are welcome to sign up. We need a minimum of 8 students and a max of 12 spots are available for this camp. We have (1) scholarship available; please email us at enrichment@craftlabseattle.com for more information.

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Handstitched Leather Wallet
Oct
10

Handstitched Leather Wallet

Learn the craft of leatherworking by building a functional, durable wallet from scratch using quality leather off cuts and traditional hand-stitching techniques. This beginner-friendly class for ages 16 and up is a satisfying introduction to a timeless artisan skill that produces a genuinely useful finished piece you'll carry every day. In this hands-on class, participants will:

  • Learn to cut, shape, and prepare leather pieces with precision and care

  • Master the saddle stitch—the gold standard of hand-stitching in leatherwork—for clean, durable seams

  • Assemble a complete bifold wallet with card slots and a cash pocket

  • Add personal touches through stamping, tooling, or edge finishing techniques

  • Leave with a handcrafted leather wallet built to last for years

Whether you've never worked with leather before or are simply looking for a new hands-on skill to develop, this class offers a focused, rewarding experience in a relaxed and supportive environment. All materials and tools provided—just bring your attention to detail and a love of making things built to last.

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Macramé Coasters
Oct
11

Macramé Coasters

Dive into the satisfying and meditative art of macramé by crafting a set of beautiful, functional coasters using natural cotton rope and classic knotting techniques. This beginner-friendly class for ages 16 and up is the perfect introduction to macramé—no experience required, just a love of texture, pattern, and handmade home décor.

View Event →
Intro to Visible Mending - Day 1
Oct
13

Intro to Visible Mending - Day 1

Give your worn and beloved clothing a second life through the beautiful and intentional art of visible mending! This beginner-friendly class celebrates imperfection by transforming holes, tears, and worn spots into stunning decorative features rather than hiding them away. In this hands-on and empowering class, participants will:

  • Learn foundational hand-stitching and embroidery techniques used in visible mending

  • Explore Japanese-inspired Sashiko stitching, darning, and decorative patch application

  • Transform damaged or worn garments and textiles into wearable art

  • Discover how mending mindfully reduces textile waste and connects us to a rich global tradition of repair and resourcefulness

  • Leave with a mended piece and a set of skills to carry into your everyday wardrobe

Whether you're a complete beginner with a needle and thread or simply looking to slow down and stitch intentionally, this class is a welcoming space to learn, create, and rethink the way we care for our clothes. Bring a garment in need of some love—or we'll have materials ready for you!

The class will meet over two dates, Sept 24th for 90 min and October 1st for 90 min.  Everyone over the age of 16 is encouraged to attend.  Class includes all materials needed and the cost is per person.

View Event →
Playing at Drawing (an unorthodox drawing class) Class 3 of 4
Oct
14

Playing at Drawing (an unorthodox drawing class) Class 3 of 4

Forget everything you think you know about drawing—this is not your typical art class! Designed for adults who believe they "can't draw," Playing at Drawing throws out the rulebook and replaces it with curiosity, experimentation, and a whole lot of fun. In this liberating and lighthearted class, participants will:

  • Explore unconventional drawing tools and techniques that break all the traditional rules

  • Loosen up with playful warm-up exercises designed to quiet your inner critic and free your hand

  • Experiment with blind contour drawing, gesture sketching, mark-making, and other unorthodox approaches

  • Discover that drawing is less about talent and more about observation, play, and creative courage

  • Leave with a sketchbook full of surprising, expressive work you didn't know you were capable of making

Whether you haven't picked up a pencil since grade school or simply want to shake up your creative practice, this class is your permission slip to play, make a mess, and rediscover the joy of making marks on paper. No experience, no pressure, no wrong answers—just pure creative fun.

Each class is 2 hrs and will run over the course of 4 days: Sept 30, Oct 7th, Oct 14th and Oct 21st. All people ages 16 and up are encouraged to attend. All materials provided and the cost is per person.

View Event →
Gelli Plate Printing
Oct
15

Gelli Plate Printing

Discover the endlessly addictive world of Gelli printing—a modern, playful approach to monoprinting that produces stunning, one-of-a-kind results every single time! In this hands-on class, participants will:

  • Use a flexible gelatin plate to layer colors, textures, and stenciled designs onto paper

  • Pull beautiful, completely unique prints that can never be exactly replicated

  • Experiment with bold graphic patterns, soft ethereal layers, and everything in between

  • Leave with a collection of gorgeous layered artwork perfect for framing, bookmaking, card making, or mixed media projects

  • Walk away with a brand new creative obsession you won't be able to put down

No printmaking experience necessary—just a love of color, pattern, and happy creative surprises!

Class is 2 hrs. All people ages 16 and up are encouraged to attend. All materials provided and the cost is per person.

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Intro to Needle Felting — Sculptural Animals & Beyond
Oct
17

Intro to Needle Felting — Sculptural Animals & Beyond

Intro to Needle Felting — Sculptural Animals & Beyond

Discover the wonderfully therapeutic and surprisingly addictive art of needle felting—a no-sew fiber art technique that transforms fluffy wool roving into charming three-dimensional sculptures using a single barbed needle! This beginner-friendly class for ages 16 and up focuses on building adorable felted sculptures, with animals as your jumping-off point. In this hands-on class, participants will:

  • Learn the fundamental needle felting techniques of stabbing, shaping, and sculpting wool roving into three-dimensional forms

  • Build a complete animal sculpture from scratch—think hedgehogs, birds, foxes, cats, and more—guided step by step through the process

  • Explore color blending and layering to add realistic detail, texture, and personality to their creatures

  • Learn shaping and finishing techniques to bring their animal to life with expressive features and dimensional depth

  • Work at their own pace in a relaxed, supportive environment that welcomes total beginners

Whether you're a fiber arts enthusiast looking to try something new or a complete crafting beginner searching for your next creative outlet, needle felting offers a meditative, deeply satisfying experience that produces an adorably unique sculpture you'll be genuinely proud to display.

This class is 3 hours. All people ages 16 and up are encouraged to attend. All materials provided and the cost is per person.

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Wire Beaded Charms
Oct
18

Wire Beaded Charms

Get ready to bend, wrap, and bead your way to something fun and creative. In this hands-on class, middle schoolers will use colorful beads and flexible wire to create intricate charms—think fish, gumball machines, and other fun shapes that are equal parts charms and miniature art.

View Event →
Intro to Visible Mending - Day 2
Oct
20

Intro to Visible Mending - Day 2

Give your worn and beloved clothing a second life through the beautiful and intentional art of visible mending! This beginner-friendly class celebrates imperfection by transforming holes, tears, and worn spots into stunning decorative features rather than hiding them away. In this hands-on and empowering class, participants will:

  • Learn foundational hand-stitching and embroidery techniques used in visible mending

  • Explore Japanese-inspired Sashiko stitching, darning, and decorative patch application

  • Transform damaged or worn garments and textiles into wearable art

  • Discover how mending mindfully reduces textile waste and connects us to a rich global tradition of repair and resourcefulness

  • Leave with a mended piece and a set of skills to carry into your everyday wardrobe

Whether you're a complete beginner with a needle and thread or simply looking to slow down and stitch intentionally, this class is a welcoming space to learn, create, and rethink the way we care for our clothes. Bring a garment in need of some love—or we'll have materials ready for you!

The class will meet over two dates, Sept 24th for 90 min and October 1st for 90 min.  Everyone over the age of 16 is encouraged to attend.  Class includes all materials needed and the cost is per person.

View Event →
Playing at Drawing (an unorthodox drawing class) Class 4 of 4
Oct
21

Playing at Drawing (an unorthodox drawing class) Class 4 of 4

Forget everything you think you know about drawing—this is not your typical art class! Designed for adults who believe they "can't draw," Playing at Drawing throws out the rulebook and replaces it with curiosity, experimentation, and a whole lot of fun. In this liberating and lighthearted class, participants will:

  • Explore unconventional drawing tools and techniques that break all the traditional rules

  • Loosen up with playful warm-up exercises designed to quiet your inner critic and free your hand

  • Experiment with blind contour drawing, gesture sketching, mark-making, and other unorthodox approaches

  • Discover that drawing is less about talent and more about observation, play, and creative courage

  • Leave with a sketchbook full of surprising, expressive work you didn't know you were capable of making

Whether you haven't picked up a pencil since grade school or simply want to shake up your creative practice, this class is your permission slip to play, make a mess, and rediscover the joy of making marks on paper. No experience, no pressure, no wrong answers—just pure creative fun.

Each class is 2 hrs and will run over the course of 4 days: Sept 30, Oct 7th, Oct 14th and Oct 21st. All people ages 16 and up are encouraged to attend. All materials provided and the cost is per person.

View Event →
Handstitched Leather Wallet
Oct
22

Handstitched Leather Wallet

Learn the craft of leatherworking by building a functional, durable wallet from scratch using quality leather off cuts and traditional hand-stitching techniques. This beginner-friendly class for ages 16 and up is a satisfying introduction to a timeless artisan skill that produces a genuinely useful finished piece you'll carry every day. In this hands-on class, participants will:

  • Learn to cut, shape, and prepare leather pieces with precision and care

  • Master the saddle stitch—the gold standard of hand-stitching in leatherwork—for clean, durable seams

  • Assemble a complete bifold wallet with card slots and a cash pocket

  • Add personal touches through stamping, tooling, or edge finishing techniques

  • Leave with a handcrafted leather wallet built to last for years

Whether you've never worked with leather before or are simply looking for a new hands-on skill to develop, this class offers a focused, rewarding experience in a relaxed and supportive environment. All materials and tools provided—just bring your attention to detail and a love of making things built to last.

View Event →
Wild with Printmaking! (Kid + Adult)
Oct
24

Wild with Printmaking! (Kid + Adult)

Get wild with printmaking—and bring your favorite grown-up along for the fun! In this hands-on class, kids and their adults will:

  • Design and carve their own animal stamps from foam and cardboard

  • Print their creatures and bring them to life in bold, vibrant colors on paper

  • Explore pattern, texture, and color to build their very own animal kingdom one print at a time

  • Take home a collection of repeatable, frameable artwork they'll be thrilled to show off

This class is designed for kids ages 6 and up paired with a parent, grandparent, guardian, or any special adult in their life. No art experience necessary for either generation—just a sense of adventure and a willingness to get a little inky! Whether you're a first-time printmaker or a seasoned crafter, this is a wonderful opportunity to slow down, connect, and create lasting memories together in a fun and welcoming environment.

View Event →
Colorful Lanterns
Oct
28

Colorful Lanterns

Build, color, and glow! Kids will construct charming lanterns using popsicle sticks and translucent paper panels that they decorate with bold, colorful designs. When lit from within, their artwork transforms into a glowing stained-glass-like display that's nothing short of magical. In this hands-on class, kids will:

  • Assemble a sturdy lantern frame using popsicle sticks

  • Paint or draw vibrant designs, patterns, and scenes onto translucent paper panels

  • Insert their artwork into the frame to create a glowing, illuminated display

  • Watch their lantern come to life with an LED light tucked inside

From abstract splatter paintings to intricate floral designs, every lantern is a one-of-a-kind creation that doubles as functional home décor. A perfect project for young builders and artists alike.

The class is 1.5 hrs long and Kids in grades 1-5 are welcome to sign up for this class. All required materials are included and it is a per person cost.

View Event →
Kinusaiga — Japanese Art of Fabric Mosaic
Oct
29

Kinusaiga — Japanese Art of Fabric Mosaic

Discover the breathtaking and meditative Japanese art of Kinusaiga—a traditional fabric mosaic technique that uses richly colored fabric pieces pressed into a foam base to create stunning, painterly textile artwork! This beginner-friendly class for ages 16 and up is an introduction to a lesser-known fiber art form that produces truly spectacular results.

View Event →

Himmeli Wreath Making
Oct
22

Himmeli Wreath Making

Himmeli is a traditional Scandinavian art/craft made using reeds and wire. They are traditionally made during the Harvest season to hang over the dining room table - a sort of mobile or wreath made into all different shapes. In this class, we will learn how to make a wreath from drinking straws and wire to make a beautiful wreath that will be able to compliment your decor all during the year.

All materials will be provided. Class cost is per person. Anyone age 12+ is welcome to join.

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Gelli Plate Printing
Oct
20

Gelli Plate Printing

Learn to create beautiful prints without a press - create amazing textures, patterns and colors using a silicone printing plate and acrylic paint. We will explore ways to layer colors and patterns and use stencils and found objects to add texture. Each participant will go home with one gelli plate and the confidence to keep playing and creating at home.

All materials will be provided. Class cost is per person.

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Intro to Watercolor
Oct
18

Intro to Watercolor

Learn the basics of watercolor painting - everything from paper types, brush options, to proper techniques on brush holding. After we get those basics covered, we will dive into painting and discover wet-on-wet, wet-on-dry, layering and much more. This class is an introduction level class and will be perfect for those who have never painted before and also for those who haven’t done it in years.

All materials will be provided. Class cost is per person.

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Weaving on a DIY Loom
Oct
14

Weaving on a DIY Loom

Learn how to weave using your very own DIY weaving loom. We will start by creating our own looms and then use the loom to create a beautiful woven piece of art. All the tools necessary will be provided to create an 8x10 wall hanging. Each participant will have the same materials, but you will learn to design and create a one of a kind piece.

All materials will be provided. Class cost is per person. Anyone age 12+ is welcome to join.

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Floral Design & Self Care Workshop
Oct
12

Floral Design & Self Care Workshop

Come join us and bring a friend to celebrate friendships and self with Marigold & Green and CraftLab Seattle’s joint Floral Design &  Self-Care workshop Friday, October 6th, at Jellyfish Brewing.

During this 2.5-hour workshop, you’ll relax around flowers and smells that will make your senses say, “ahh.”  We’ll show you how to arrange blooms to create a take-home garden-style artful arrangement, and we will make some refreshing shower steamers and a decadent body scrub.

Join us for a night of friendship, beauty, and relaxation while sipping Jellyfish’s tastiest libations.

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Himmeli Wreath Making
Oct
4

Himmeli Wreath Making

Himmeli is a traditional Scandinavian art/craft made using reeds and wire. They are traditionally made during the Harvest season to hang over the dining room table - a sort of mobile or wreath made into all different shapes. In this class, we will learn how to make a wreath from drinking straws and wire to make a beautiful wreath that will be able to compliment your decor all during the year.

All materials will be provided. Class cost is per person. Anyone age 12+ is welcome to join.

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Macrame Plant Hanger
Sep
28

Macrame Plant Hanger

Macramé is making a come back and this version is so useful! If you are anything like us, we have totally jumped on the indoor plant bandwagon and are running out of horizonal space to store all of those new plant babies. Well, here is your very own plant hanger to keep those new additions up and out of the way.

Create your own plant holder out of string, beads and yarn. It even comes with a dish to collect excess water. Work using the provided materials and instructions to make the plant holder with your own hands.

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Gelli Plate Printing
Sep
24

Gelli Plate Printing

Learn to create beautiful prints without a press - create amazing textures, patterns and colors using a silicone printing plate and acrylic paint. We will explore ways to layer colors and patterns and use stencils and found objects to add texture. Each participant will go home with one gelli plate and the confidence to keep playing and creating at home.

All materials will be provided. Class cost is per person.

View Event →
Weaving on a DIY Loom
Sep
20

Weaving on a DIY Loom

Learn how to weave using your very own DIY weaving loom. We will start by creating our own looms and then use the loom to create a beautiful woven piece of art. All the tools necessary will be provided to create an 8x10 wall hanging. Each participant will have the same materials, but you will learn to design and create a one of a kind piece.

All materials will be provided. Class cost is per person. Anyone age 12+ is welcome to join.

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DIY Flower Press & Dried Flower Bookmark - Kid + Parent Class
Sep
10

DIY Flower Press & Dried Flower Bookmark - Kid + Parent Class

Let’s make our own flower press while learning about flower preservation. We will work together to make your very own flower press that you can use to preserve flowers that you find in your yard or on the trail. Each attendee pair will take home one wood flower press and two dried flower bookmarks that you will design and create.

All materials will be provided. Class cost is per one Kid+Parent pair.

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Intro to Watercolor
Sep
9

Intro to Watercolor

Learn the basics of watercolor painting - everything from paper types, brush options, to proper techniques on brush holding. After we get those basics covered, we will dive into painting and discover wet-on-wet, wet-on-dry, layering and much more. This class is an introduction level class and will be perfect for those who have never painted before and also for those who haven’t done it in years.

All materials will be provided. Class cost is per person.

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Valentine’s Floral & Self-Care Workshop
Feb
9

Valentine’s Floral & Self-Care Workshop

Celebrate the season of love, friendships, and self with Marigold & Green and CraftLab Seattle’s joint Floral Design & Self-Care workshop Thursday, February 9th, at Fair Isle Brewing.

During this 2.5-hour workshop, you’ll relax around flowers and smells that will make your senses say, “ahh.” We’ll show you how to arrange blooms to create a take-home garden-style arrangement artfully, and we will make some refreshing shower steamers for the bath and a decadent lip scrub.

Included in price: One take-home arrangement with a vase, a set of shower steamers, and a lip scrub made in class. Fifteen spots are available. Workshop participants must be 21+. Supplies will be provided.

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Leather and Beaded Wrap Bracelet - Parent and Child
Dec
29

Leather and Beaded Wrap Bracelet - Parent and Child

Learn how to make a leather and beaded wrap bracelet while working together with your child. We will be using beads and leather cording to make a beautiful and colorful bracelet that you both can wear and show off to your friends and family. In this class you will:

*Select your color scheme

*Learn the wrapping technique

*Have fun while working hard with your child

*Create a beautiful bracelet

All materials will be provided. Recommend age of child is 10+. Class cost is for parent + one child. Additional children are $25 each. Email for additional registration.

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Himmeli Wreath Making
Dec
19

Himmeli Wreath Making

Himmeli is a traditional Scandinavian art. It is typically made during the Christmas season and they are made into all different shapes included wreaths and mobiles. In this class, we will learn how to make a wreath from straws and wire to make a beautiful wreath that will be able to compliment your holiday decor.

All materials will be provided. Class cost is per person. Anyone age 12+ is welcome to join.

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Maker Magic Seattle Craft Show
Dec
18

Maker Magic Seattle Craft Show

Maker Magic

Let’s celebrate the magic of handmade goods! ✨

Maker Magic is a pop-up gift market decked out with 80+ handmade and local makers from around the Seattle area.

The market is on Sunday, December 18th from 10am to 4pm. Follow along on Instagram to be updated.

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Macramé Holiday Ornaments
Dec
15

Macramé Holiday Ornaments

Macramé is making a comeback and makes such beautiful and simple holiday ornaments for trimming your tree or adding to your holiday presents. We will learn a few different knot techniques and you will be able to decorate them as you like with jungle bells or different colored yarns. Join us for some last minute holiday festive fun while checking a few things off your Christmas list!

All materials will be provided. Class cost is per person.

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Modern Jewelry Holder and Earrings
Dec
9

Modern Jewelry Holder and Earrings

Using a beautiful laser cut metal sheet from a local jewelry designer, we will make a custom, modern jewelry holder to display your earrings (both studs and looped/hook backed). Depending how you load it up, it will likely fit up to about 25-30 pairs. You will be able to arrange your earring in any way you can imagine and even hang necklaces too. The size is 8”x10”, using a standard picture frame.

We will also design and make a pair of earring to go along with your new holder. We will use gold filled wire and beads of your choice to craft your own pair to fit your very own style.

All materials will be provided. Class cost is per person. Anyone age 12+ is welcome to join.

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Holiday Faux Stained Glass - Parent and Child
Dec
4

Holiday Faux Stained Glass - Parent and Child

Learn how to make faux stained glass holiday themed decoration or two while working together with your child. We will be using paper and colored film to make a beautiful and colorful art piece to display at home. In this class you will:

*Select from a few different holiday themed shapes

*Cut out the “windows” to place the colorful “glass” panes in

*Have fun while working hard with your child

*Create a beautiful piece of art that you can display at home

All materials will be provided. Recommend age of child is 10+. Class cost is for parent + one child. Additional children are $25 each. Email for additional registration.

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Himmeli Wreath Making
Nov
30

Himmeli Wreath Making

Himmeli is a traditional Scandinavian art. It is typically made during the Christmas season and they are made into all different shapes included wreaths and mobiles. In this class, we will learn how to make a wreath from straws and wire to make a beautiful wreath that will be able to compliment your holiday decor.

All materials will be provided. Class cost is per person. Anyone age 12+ is welcome to join.

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Weaving in the Round with Wyldwood Creative in Renton
Nov
27

Weaving in the Round with Wyldwood Creative in Renton

Weaving is such a fun way to spend a few hours and can be done in so many different ways. In this class, we will work by weaving in the round using a round embroidery hoop as our loom. All the tools necessary will be provided to create an 8” round wall hanging. Each participant will have the same materials, but you will learn to design and create a one of a kind piece. You will learn:

*How to do three basic weaving stitches

*How to get your loom set up

*Design techniques for different stitches and yarn thicknesses

*Finishing it off to make and amazing piece of art to bring home with you

All materials will be provided. Class cost is per person.

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Holiday Block Printed Napkins
Nov
25

Holiday Block Printed Napkins

Design and create your own holiday napkins using printmaking techniques. We will work with linoleum and will carve, ink and print your hand-carved block on paper. We will have lots of already carved blocks to use as well as the ones you carve, so you will have plenty of options for making (4) napkins for the upcoming holidays.

In this class you will:

*Learn the basics of Block Printing

*Create your own block and carve it out of linoleum

*Learn to ink the block

*Practice your printing your design on paper

*Make (4) holiday napkins to use for the upcoming holiday season

All materials will be provided. Adults and Kids 12+. Class cost is per person.

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Modern Jewelry Holder and Earrings
Nov
14

Modern Jewelry Holder and Earrings

Using a beautiful laser cut metal sheet from a local jewelry designer, we will make a custom, modern jewelry holder to display your earrings (both studs and looped/hook backed). Depending how you load it up, it will likely fit up to about 25-30 pairs. You will be able to arrange your earring in any way you can imagine and even hang necklaces too. The size is 8”x10”, using a standard picture frame.

We will also design and make a pair of earring to go along with your new holder. We will use gold filled wire and beads of your choice to craft your own pair to fit your very own style.

All materials will be provided. Class cost is per person. Anyone age 12+ is welcome to join.

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Holiday Block Printed Cards
Nov
13

Holiday Block Printed Cards

Design and create your own holiday cards using printmaking techniques. We will work with linoleum and will carve, ink and print your hand-carved block on paper. We will have lots of already carved blocks to use as well as the ones you carve, so you will have plenty of options for making (6) cards for each.

In this class you will:

*Learn the basics of Block Printing

*Create your own block and carve it out of linoleum

*Learn to ink the block

*Print your design on paper

*Make (6) holiday cards to send out for the upcoming holiday season

All materials will be provided. Adults and Kids 12+. Class cost is per person.

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Holiday Wreath Making
Nov
11

Holiday Wreath Making

Just in time for Thanksgiving, let’s make a beautiful wreath to celebrate the biggest foodie holiday. Using dried fruits and herbs, branches, and ribbon we will learn to use floral wire and glue guns to make an amazing wreath.

In this class you will learn:

*How to select and dry fruits

*How to create a wreath form from branches

*How to choose the best materials for this type of wreath

*How to secure and decorate the wreath

All materials will be provided. Class cost is per person. Anyone age 12+ is welcome to join.

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Yarn Wall Hanging
Nov
9

Yarn Wall Hanging

Let’s add some boho to your home decor - but you get to make it to fit your style. You will pick out the driftwood for the top and then find a pattern/color pallet to match your home or style. All the tools necessary will be provided to create a beautiful wall hanging. Each participant will have the same materials, but you will learn to design and create a one of a kind piece.

You will learn:

*How to do three basic macramé stitches

*Design and pick out your personal color combination

All materials will be provided. Class cost is per person.

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Holiday Block Printed Cards
Nov
6

Holiday Block Printed Cards

Design and create your own holiday cards using printmaking techniques. We will work with linoleum and will carve, ink and print your hand-carved block on paper. We will have lots of already carved blocks to use as well as the ones you carve, so you will have plenty of options for making (6) cards for each.

In this class you will:

*Learn the basics of Block Printing

*Create your own block and carve it out of linoleum

*Learn to ink the block

*Print your design on paper

*Make (6) holiday cards to send out for the upcoming holiday season

All materials will be provided. Adults and Kids 12+. Class cost is per person.

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Weaving in the Round
Nov
3

Weaving in the Round

Weaving is such a fun way to spend a few hours and can be done in so many different ways. In this class, we will work by weaving in the round using a round embroidery hoop as our loom. All the tools necessary will be provided to create an 8” round wall hanging. Each participant will have the same materials, but you will learn to design and create a one of a kind piece. You will learn:

*How to do three basic weaving stitches

*How to get your loom set up

*Design techniques for different stitches and yarn thicknesses

*Finishing it off to make and amazing piece of art to bring home with you

All materials will be provided. Class cost is per person.

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