In this hands-on beginner workshop, participants will learn the basics of needle felting while creating a charming felted project to take home. We’ll cover essential techniques, tools, and safety tips. Then, you'll be guided step-by-step through shaping and layering wool to bring your design to life. All materials will be provided. No experience necessary.

This class will be taught by Heidi Furr. As a chronic crafter, Heidi loves sharing her knowledge and creativity. By teaching this class, she hopes to jump start your interest in needle felting.

Learn the best way to make basic bows! Whether it's a hair accessory, garland, jewelry, or general flourish, nothing is better than wrapping it in a bow. We will learn to make a basic bow of all sizes with a variety of different materials. All levels welcome, but we will be using hot glue guns.

Were you gifted a new sewing machine over the holidays? Or perhaps you’ve had one for a while that you’ve been meaning to figure out. Or maybe you’ve been thinking about getting one, but don’t want to take the leap without trying it first! In any case, let us demystify it for you with this class on sewing machine basics. In this class, Sarah will teach you how to set up, operate, and troubleshoot a sewing machine. If you have a sewing machine we recommend you bring it- but if not we will provide one for you!

Join us for Threads of Resilience: A Winter Wellness Experience, an evening creative workshop designed to help you slow down, connect, and create during the winter season. Through music, drawing, and weaving, participants will explore how moments that feel messy or overwhelming can be transformed into meaning and strength. This hands-on experience blends creativity, reflection, and gentle nervous system regulation, and no art experience is required. While the focus is on the process rather than the product, participants will leave with a woven mixed-media piece that can be centered in a shadow box, made into a simple wall hanging, or kept as a personal reminder—something to pull out and view as a symbol of strength, identity, and empowerment.

Cupcakes are cute but we’re cooking up our New Year’s resolutions with these muffin tins. Muffin tins, materials, and trinkets will be provided, but feel free to bring some of your own festive supplies for a personalized touch!

These cardboard gingerbread houses look good enough to eat… but we don’t recommend it. Get creative and help us turn our recycling pile into decorations for you to keep. The best part is- they won’t spoil so you can bring them back out year after year!

Back by popular demand- this craft is a classic! Learn how to make embroidered felt ornaments for your Christmas tree, festive garland, or as a customized gift for someone special. Each ornament is always adorable and unique!

In this hands-on workshop, participants will learn the basics of needle felting while creating a charming holiday ornament project to take home. We’ll cover essential techniques, tools, and safety tips, then guide you step-by-step through shaping and layering wool to bring your design to life. All materials will be provided. No experience necessary.

This class will bey taught by Heidi Furr. With over 20 years of experience as a chronic crafter, Heidi loves sharing her knowledge and creativity with others and is excited to help start your journey in needle felting.

We’re seeing paper chains everywhere this holiday season and we wanted to get in on the fun! Come craft with us and make your own paper chain from upcycled materials. Reduce, Reuse, Decorate!

Using scrapbook paper, paint, toilet paper rolls, and anything else in our crafting area, kids can make and take several holiday themed crafts with guidance from our lovely team member Brache. Lights, trees, presents- oh my!

Using scrapbook paper, paint, toilet paper rolls, and anything else in our crafting area, kids can make and take several holiday themed crafts with guidance from our lovely team member Brache. Lights, trees, presents- oh my!

We only have PIES for you – really! If you’re looking for a fun, all ages activity that creates beautifully festive decor that can be hung around the house, then you’ve got to try this DIY Pie Garland craft!

Whether you're looking to spruce up your own holiday table, or give a thoughtful handmade gift, these simple napkins are a great way to add that perfect custom touch. As a bonus, you'll also learn how to operate a sewing machine and create a folded hem- both skills that can be applied to numerous other projects! No experience required. All materials provided!

Note: Out of respect for your fellow participants, please plan to show up on time or early. Latecomers may not be allowed to join the class if instructions have already begun.

Get into the festive spirit at our all-ages ornament-making workshop! Using clothespins, trim, and other upcycled materials, we’ll create one-of-a-kind Christmas ornaments that are as eco-friendly as they are fun. Whether you’re a crafty adult or a creative kid, this hands-on session is perfect for the whole family. All materials are provided—just bring your imagination and holiday cheer!

In this hands-on workshop, participants will learn the basics of needle felting while creating a charming winter-themed project to take home. We’ll cover essential techniques, tools, and safety tips, then guide you step-by-step through shaping and layering wool to bring your design to life. All materials will be provided. No experience necessary.

This class will bey taught by Heidi Furr. With over 20 years of experience as a chronic crafter, Heidi loves sharing her knowledge and creativity with others and is excited to help start your journey in needle felting.

Turning trash into beautiful artwork is the name of the game here at Upcycle Arts. In this workshop we will be using fabric scraps to create playful collages. Perfect for displaying in frames, fabric collage is just as fun as paper collage, but with added depth and texture! No sewing required for this one!

Light up this spooky season with a custom, decoupage candle. Learn to collage on glass and play with light. Whether you’re on your cozy, fall vibes or want a spooky mood candle, this one is for you!

Cross stitch is making a comeback among modern makers and crafters. Learning how to cross stitch is easy, and this workshop for beginners will get you stitching in no time! Cross stitch is a form of counted thread embroidery and is one of the easiest forms of embroidery to learn. It consists mainly of X-shaped stitches done on fabric with an even and open weave like Aida or linen, so it is plotted a lot like a grid. For this project, you will be stitching your Birth Month Flower! All materials provided, except for the knowledge of when your birthday is. You need to bring that.

Join us for a Card-Making Extravaganza! Get ready to unleash your creativity and craft beautiful, one-of-a-kind cards for any occasion. Whether you’re a seasoned crafter or a complete newbie, we’ll provide all the supplies and guidance to help you create something special. From birthdays to “just because” moments, your handmade cards will have that extra personal touch that store-bought just can’t match. Bring your imagination, and let’s make some magic on paper! $10 all supplies included.

In this hands-on beginner workshop, participants will elarn the basics of needle felting while creating a charming fall-themed project to take home. We’ll cover essential techniques, tools, and safety tips, then guide you step-by-step through shaping and layering wool to bring your design to life. All materials will be provided. No experience necessary.

This class will bey taught by Heidi Furr. With over 20 years of experience as a chronic crafter, Heidi loves sharing her knowledge and creativity with others and is excited to help start your journey in needle felting.

We are so excited to bring back Stephanie Gainer, an assemblage artist known for her use of doll parts to make new sculptures and creatures! In this workshop, you will create a one-of-a kind sculpture and learn how to work intuitively in the art process by putting pieces together that others might just view as junk. And just in time to for spooky season! All materials included for $40.

In this workshop, we will memorialize our summer travels in your junk journal. Learn how to turn that train ticket you’ve been saving into beautiful creations using other papercraft supplies. Whether you are a beginner or experienced crafter, this workshop will inspire you to remember your travels in the most creative way. Feel free to bring your own junk journals, travel mementos, and print some pictures from your trip!

Turning trash into beautiful artwork is the name of the game here at Upcycle Arts. In this workshop we will be using fabric scraps to create playful collages. Perfect for displaying in frames, fabric collage is just as fun as paper collage, but with added depth and texture! No sewing required for this one!

Jump headfirst into fall by embroidering a bunch of felt leaves! Use them to decorate tables, gifts, or to throw them in the air and spin around with glee, because it’s fall! In our adorable endeavor, we will be learning basic of embroidery or if you’re a hand sewing diva, there are fun ways to make your leaves more advanced. Grab your coziest sweater that it’s definitely too warm for, and craft with us!

Join us and Guest Artist Leon (of @the_pagemasters) for an intro bookbinding project. Learn the basics of bookbinding that you can do with everyday objects without buying any fancy materials or tools!

Salvage vintage books in this hands-on workshop to make your own one-of-a-kind junk journal. To bring new life to these pre-loved beauties, we’ll use a mix of materials including cardstock, vintage papers, envelopes, magazines, washi tape, stickers, and more! All materials included.

Upcycle Arts & Visart Video are joining up to say THANK YOU to teachers for all that you do! We are putting on a Teachers ONLY Craft & Movie Night! This event is FREE for teachers, as is the popcorn. We will be showing School of Rock while you craft.

Bring out your inner rock star while you Junk Journal and play with some unique mediums. We’ll have vintage books (donated from our friends at Book Buyers) for you to play with, and lots of other things! All materials will be provided (unless you have your own junk journal you’d like to bring, of course). Please register ahead of time, as we have limited spots!

Join us to learn the basics of painting with acrylics and making your own floral masterpiece! Within a few steps you will be able to recreate whimsical florals using acrylic paint. Low stress and fun colors is our goal for this class. All skill sets are welcome and yes it’s beginner friendly!!

Give your clothes another chance for free! Drop in between 4pm - 6pm with 1-3 items of clothing that are ripped, torn, or have missing or loose buttons. We will not be doing zipper repairs. Use our mending supplies to fix them yourself and get mending advice from our team. Let us help you find the motivation to finally revive that favorite garment that just needs a little love!

This seashell collage is simple, open-ended and combines nature elements. Collage is one of my absolute favourite art invitations to use with children of all ages. If you want to know what to do with all those seashells you collect at this beach, this is the perfect project for you!