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Come get your hands dirty! A beginner friendly class. In this DIY Terrarium-making class, we’ll be making terrariums containing live plants- along with moss, rocks/agates, and other decorations! At the end of the class, you’ll take home your very own handmade terrarium, to love and care for. Hosted by Green Redemption Plants & Terrariums. Cost is $40 per person, all supplies and materials included. Just bring your lovely selves!
Winter landscapes have a serene quality that captivates the imagination. The quiet stillness evokes a sense of peace portraying the beauty of nature in its purest form. The combination of snow-covered ground and pine trees creates a harmonious and tranquil atmosphere. The soft, muted colors of winter, with hints of green from the pine trees, create a visually pleasing palette. Follow along this pleasant, beginner-friendly step by step process to create your own 8″ x 10″ winter scene to take home using palette knives and oil paint on wooden pallets. Funded by the National Endowment for the Arts.
Learn the art of handcrafted beadwork while creating your own pair of beaded earrings. Participants will be introduced to essential beading techniques, design principles, color selection, and finishing methods. This beginner-friendly workshop welcomes all experience levels and offers an opportunity to explore Indigenous-inspired artistic traditions through hands-on learning. All materials will be provided. Supported by the National Endowment for the Arts.
Create your own pair of mini fringe beaded earrings in this three-hour workshop! Participants will use brick stitch techniques to create colorful triangle designs with delicate fringe. Each participant will leave with a finished pair of handmade earrings to wear or gift. All supplies are included. Just bring yourself! Funded by the National Endowment for the Arts.
Explore the art of jewelry making while learning to create your own custom wire components! In this hands-on workshop, students will learn to use specialized pliers designed by instructor Tim Sheriff, using wires and beads to create bead strands, ear wires, spirals, and chain links. Perfect for beginners and those with jewelry-making experience, this class introduces techniques for creating unique jewelry designs. All materials are provided, and participants will leave with their handmade components and any finished pieces they create. Students will also receive a copy of Tim’s book “Pliers & Wires” at no charge. ($40 value)
Animals & Prints – Nature-Inspired Block Printing Night Friday November 13th, 2026 | 5:30-8:00 PM at the Lake Superior Zoo Looking for a creative night out? Whether you’re hoping to connect with other nature and craft lovers, plan a cozy girls’ evening, enjoy a unique date night, or just want to make something awesome without the sweat of carving and cleanup?We’ve got you covered! Join Anna from Wild Kidd Design for a fun and relaxed DIY block printing session paired with your favorite local animals at the beautiful Lake Superior Zoo. Cost: $30 per person (includes one bandana OR tote & access to all block prints) $5 for each additional bandana or print project Pay $30 here to reserve your spot, any additional projects will be paid for at the door. We encourage at the door donations to the zoo if you are willing! What to Expect: Drop in anytime…