Tuesday, November 19, 2024 | 1 - 4P | One-day workshop | $85 Hartford resident, $95 non-resident

Kids, in grades 2-5, join CraftStudies for a creative and fun-filled afternoon!  Designed for, but not limited to, students who have early dismissal through the Hartford School District, this program offers a perfect blend of creativity and relaxation. Each session, students engage in hands-on exploration and craft projects that encourage imagination and artistic expression. All materials provided. Offered in partnership with the Hartford Parks and Recreation Department.

Scholarships are available through CraftStudies’ Community-Supported Craft Program. 

Supplies: All materials and tools are provided.

Teaching Artist: Allison Riese

Also offered September 17, October 15, and December 17.

Mondays, October 28 - December 9, 2024 | No class on November 11, 2024 | 3:30 - 5:15P | 6 sessions | $250

Designing jewelry involves creative problem-solving, critical thinking, and the development of technical skills. Kids will explore stamping, piercing, polishing and forming to create handmade jewelry of their own design.

Supplies: All materials are included with registration.

Teaching Artist: Katie McCabe

Saturdays, October 26, November 2 and 16, 2024 | 4 - 7P | 3 sessions | $350 per pair

Kids and care-givers try your hands at the potter's wheel--together! Share the experience of learning the basics of wheel-throwing, including centering, shaping, trimming and glazing. This three-part workshop is designed for kids, ages 7+, and one caring adult. Includes pizza!

Supplies: All materials are included with registration.

Open Studio: Open Studio is available by request for the duration of your class for participating adults only.

Teaching Artist: Jill Koppers

Tuesdays, October 22 - December 10, 2024 | No class on November 5 or 19, 2024 | 3:30 - 5:15P | 6 sessions | $250

Pinch it! Roll it! Form it! Build it! This is what we will do with clay in this exploratory class. Students will work with a variety of techniques including pinching, coiling, and slab rolling to develop and enhance their clay building skills. We will take inspiration from nature and our imaginations to build function and fanciful forms.

Teaching Artist: Allison Riese

Supplies: All materials and tools are provided.

Mondays, October 28 - December 9, 2024 | No class on November 11, 2024 | 3:30 - 5:15P | 6 sessions | $250

Designing jewelry involves creative problem-solving, critical thinking, and the development of technical skills. Kids will explore stamping, piercing, polishing and forming to create handmade jewelry of their own design.

Supplies: All materials are included with registration.

Teaching Artist: Katie McCabe

Saturdays, October 26, November 2 and 16, 2024 | 4 - 7P | 3 sessions | $350 per pair

Kids and care-givers try your hands at the potter's wheel--together! Share the experience of learning the basics of wheel-throwing, including centering, shaping, trimming and glazing. This three-part workshop is designed for kids, ages 7+, and one caring adult. Includes pizza!

Supplies: All materials are included with registration.

Open Studio: Open Studio is available by request for the duration of your class for participating adults only.

Teaching Artist: Jill Koppers

Friday, November 1, 2024 | 6 - 8P | One-day workshop | $75

Hey parents! Enjoy a night on the town while your kids (ages 6-10) have fun learning new skills and expressing themselves in our clay studio! Includes pizza and snacks for the kids and 20% off at Putnam's Vine/Yard for parents!

Kids' creations can be picked up at the studio about two weeks after the workshop.

Supplies: All materials are included with registration.

Teaching Artist: Allison Riese

Also offered September 7, October 4, & December 6.

Tuesdays, October 22 - December 10, 2024 | No class on November 5 or 19, 2024 | 3:30 - 5:15P | 6 sessions | $250

Pinch it! Roll it! Form it! Build it! This is what we will do with clay in this exploratory class. Students will work with a variety of techniques including pinching, coiling, and slab rolling to develop and enhance their clay building skills. We will take inspiration from nature and our imaginations to build function and fanciful forms.

Teaching Artist: Allison Riese

Supplies: All materials and tools are provided.

Mondays, October 28 - December 9, 2024 | No class on November 11, 2024 | 3:30 - 5:15P | 6 sessions | $250

Designing jewelry involves creative problem-solving, critical thinking, and the development of technical skills. Kids will explore stamping, piercing, polishing and forming to create handmade jewelry of their own design.

Supplies: All materials are included with registration.

Teaching Artist: Katie McCabe

Saturdays, October 26, November 2 and 16, 2024 | 4 - 7P | 3 sessions | $350 per pair

Kids and care-givers try your hands at the potter's wheel--together! Share the experience of learning the basics of wheel-throwing, including centering, shaping, trimming and glazing. This three-part workshop is designed for kids, ages 7+, and one caring adult. Includes pizza!

Supplies: All materials are included with registration.

Open Studio: Open Studio is available by request for the duration of your class for participating adults only.

Teaching Artist: Jill Koppers

Tuesdays, October 22 - December 10, 2024 | No class on November 5 or 19, 2024 | 3:30 - 5:15P | 6 sessions | $250

Pinch it! Roll it! Form it! Build it! This is what we will do with clay in this exploratory class. Students will work with a variety of techniques including pinching, coiling, and slab rolling to develop and enhance their clay building skills. We will take inspiration from nature and our imaginations to build function and fanciful forms.

Teaching Artist: Allison Riese

Supplies: All materials and tools are provided.

Thursdays, September 12 - October 17, 2024 | No class on October 3, 2024 | 3:30 - 5:15P | 5 sessions | $225

Pinch it! Roll it! Form it! Build it! This is what we will do with clay in this exploratory class. Students will work with a variety of techniques including pinching, coiling, and slab rolling to develop and enhance their clay building skills. We will take inspiration from nature and our imaginations to build function and fanciful forms.

Teaching Artist: Jill Koppers

Supplies: All materials and tools are provided.

Tuesday, October 15, 2024 | 1 - 4P | One-day workshop | $85 Hartford resident, $95 non-resident

Kids, in grades 2-5, join CraftStudies for a creative and fun-filled afternoon!  Designed for, but not limited to, students who have early dismissal through the Hartford School District, this program offers a perfect blend of creativity and relaxation. Each session, students engage in hands-on exploration and craft projects that encourage imagination and artistic expression. All materials provided. Offered in partnership with the Hartford Parks and Recreation Department.

Scholarships are available through CraftStudies’ Community-Supported Craft Program. 

Supplies: All materials and tools are provided.

Teaching Artist: Allison Riese

Also offered September 17, November 19, and December 17.

Thursdays, September 12 - October 17, 2024 | No class on October 3, 2024 | 3:30 - 5:15P | 5 sessions | $225

Pinch it! Roll it! Form it! Build it! This is what we will do with clay in this exploratory class. Students will work with a variety of techniques including pinching, coiling, and slab rolling to develop and enhance their clay building skills. We will take inspiration from nature and our imaginations to build function and fanciful forms.

Teaching Artist: Jill Koppers

Supplies: All materials and tools are provided.

Thursdays, September 12 - October 17, 2024 | No class on October 3, 2024 | 3:30 - 5:15P | 5 sessions | $225

Pinch it! Roll it! Form it! Build it! This is what we will do with clay in this exploratory class. Students will work with a variety of techniques including pinching, coiling, and slab rolling to develop and enhance their clay building skills. We will take inspiration from nature and our imaginations to build function and fanciful forms.

Teaching Artist: Jill Koppers

Supplies: All materials and tools are provided.

Thursdays, September 12 - October 17, 2024 | No class on October 3, 2024 | 3:30 - 5:15P | 5 sessions | $225

Pinch it! Roll it! Form it! Build it! This is what we will do with clay in this exploratory class. Students will work with a variety of techniques including pinching, coiling, and slab rolling to develop and enhance their clay building skills. We will take inspiration from nature and our imaginations to build function and fanciful forms.

Teaching Artist: Jill Koppers

Supplies: All materials and tools are provided.

Tuesday, September 17, 2024 | 1 - 4P | One-day workshop | $85 Hartford resident, $95 non-resident

Kids, in grades 2-5, join CraftStudies for a creative and fun-filled afternoon!  Designed for, but not limited to, students who have early dismissal through the Hartford School District, this program offers a perfect blend of creativity and relaxation. Each session, students engage in hands-on exploration and craft projects that encourage imagination and artistic expression. All materials provided. Offered in partnership with the Hartford Parks and Recreation Department.

Scholarships are available through CraftStudies’ Community-Supported Craft Program. 

Supplies: All materials and tools are provided.

Teaching Artist: Carol Devins

Also offered October 15, November 19, and December 17.

Thursdays, September 12 - October 17, 2024 | No class on October 3, 2024 | 3:30 - 5:15P | 5 sessions | $225

Pinch it! Roll it! Form it! Build it! This is what we will do with clay in this exploratory class. Students will work with a variety of techniques including pinching, coiling, and slab rolling to develop and enhance their clay building skills. We will take inspiration from nature and our imaginations to build function and fanciful forms.

Teaching Artist: Jill Koppers

Supplies: All materials and tools are provided.

Friday, September 6, 2024 | 6 - 8P | One-day workshop | $75

Hey parents! Enjoy a night on the town while your kids (ages 6-10) have fun learning new skills and expressing themselves in our clay studio! Includes pizza and snacks for the kids and 20% off at Putnam's Vine/Yard for parents!

Kids' creations can be picked up at the studio about two weeks after the workshop.

Supplies: All materials are included with registration.

Teaching Artist: Beth Clay

Also offered October 4, November 1, & December 6.

Sunday, August 25, 2024 | 1 - 4P | One-day workshop | $95

Block print a charming portrait of your dog. Learn basic design, carving, and printing techniques in a relaxed and supportive environment. Use your completed block to create art for your home, make custom notecards, or bring along a t-shirt or tote to print some tail-wagging swag.

Kids, ages 8+ are welcome to attend with a parent or caregiver.

Supplies: All materials and tools are provided.

Teaching artist: Tracy Gillespie

Part of the Dog Days of Summer Series

Saturday, August 24, 2024 | 1 - 4P | One-day workshop | $75

Create a custom bowl for your pup. Tony will guide you through the process of shaping and personalizing a ceramic bowl that your dog will drool over.

Kids, ages 8+ are welcome to attend with a parent or caregiver.

Supplies: All materials and tools are provided.

Teaching artist: Tony Luckino

Part of the Dog Days of Summer Series

Saturday, August 24, 2024 | 9A - 12P | One-day workshop | $100

Learn how to create durable and stylish dog apparel as you sew a custom collar and leash. Then personalize your collar by hand-stamping a dog tag. Your pet will be the envy of the neighbor-woof with these bespoke accessories!

Kids, ages 8+ are welcome to attend with a parent or caregiver.

Supplies: All materials and tools are provided.

Teaching artist: Carol Devins & Katie McCabe

Part of the Dog Days of Summer Series

Sunday, June 16, 2024 | 10A - 1P | One-day workshop | $150 for 2 people

Celebrate Father's Day by making a pair of ceramic mugs together! Craft unforgettable memories with your loved ones. This workshop is designed for kids between ages 6-12 and one caring adult. All materials for workshop activities included.

Teaching Artist: Allison Riese

Tuesdays, May 7 - 28, 2024 | 3:15 - 5:15P | 4 sessions | $130

Learn how to safely use a sewing machine as well as some basic hand-sewing techniques to make everything from pillows and stuffies, to bags and pouches! Sewing machines and basic supplies are included. Have fun selecting fabric and learning the basics of sewing and feel proud of what you can make yourself.

In collaboration with Hartford Parks & Recreation.