Together we will create a book by binding a cover to pages, and decorating the cover of your Junk Journal. Use junk mail, recycled papers, tea/coffee stained modern papers, ephemera, painted, collected papers and envelopes to create a journal to use for writing, drawing, or as a memory book, etc. Bring mementos of your own […]
Dust off that sewing machine and learn how to use it! We will cover machine sewing basics, like learning the parts of the machine, how to thread, wind a bobbin and more. Utilizing sewing sampler squares, we will also practice a few basic machine stitching techniques. Thursday, February 27th 6:00 – 9:00 pm Level: Beginning […]
In this beginner stained glass workshop, you'll create a beautiful honeycomb sun catcher while learning the essential techniques of cutting glass, applying copper foil, and soldering. No experience required—just bring your creativity and leave with a stunning, handcrafted piece! No experience necessary All materials provided. Saturday, March 1 1-3pm Level: Beginner Age: 16 + Location: […]
Come learn watercolor techniques and add collage papers, tissue, maps, etc to your artwork. Have a main subject in mind and rummage through my box of collage items to create your masterpiece! Wednesday, March 5th 1-4pm Level: Beginner Ages: Adult Location: Studio #202 (Second Floor) Instructor: Nicole Ousley Dittus Cost: $60 REGISTER HERE *No refunds. […]
Get sewing! Practice, or brush up, those machine sewing skills while making a lined mini tote or travel bag. Great for beginners who are just learning their machine; or those who have been away for a while! Thursday, March 6th 6:30-8:30pm Level: Beginner + Age: Adult Location: Studio #206 (second floor) Hot Shops Art Center […]
Practice pattern cutting and sharpen your machine sewing skills all while learning how to cut patterns, attach a waistband, add elastic, and mark hems. End result is a super cute skirt for you to take home! Saturday, March 8th 10am- 2:00pm Level: Beginner + (Basic sewing machine knowledge required) Age: Adult Materials To Bring: -Sewing […]
In this beginner stained glass workshop, you'll create a beautiful honeycomb sun catcher while learning the essential techniques of cutting glass, applying copper foil, and soldering. No experience required—just bring your creativity and leave with a stunning, handcrafted piece! No experience necessary All materials provided. Saturday, March 8th 1-3pm Level: Beginner Age: 16 + Location: […]
Together we will create a book by binding a cover to pages, and decorating the cover of your Junk Journal. Use junk mail, recycled papers, tea/coffee stained modern papers, ephemera, painted, collected papers and envelopes to create a journal to use for writing, drawing, or as a memory book, etc. Bring mementos of your own […]
Choose from a variety of found objects to create an assemblage sculpture. Any theme goes. Bring special items from home if you want to use them in your art. Wednesday, March 12, 2025 1-4pm Level: Beginner Age: Adult Location: Studio 202 (second floor) Instructor: Nicole Ousley Dittus Cost: $75 Max per class: 4 REGISTER HERE […]
Buttons, seams, snaps, oh my! Learn hand sewing skills for finishing or mending your own garments. Working on a fabric sampler, learn tricks for sewing buttons (with and without shanks- did you even know of such a thing?), snaps, and hooks and eyes/bars. If time allows, we will also learn some stitches that make for […]
Practice pattern cutting and sharpen your machine sewing skills all while learning how to cut patterns, attach a waistband, add elastic, and mark hems. End result is a super cute pair of shorts to take home! Saturday, March 15th 10am- 2pm Level: Beginning + (basic machine sewing knowledge required) Age: Adult Materials to Bring: o […]
Join Angela Szelag in the studio for this one day stacking rings workshop. In this one-day workshop you will learn how to cut, shape and solder different styles of sterling silver bands to create three different rings. Prior to class, think and decide which fingers or finger you would like to wear your new rings. […]
Come learn watercolor techniques as you paint an object/subject of your choice. Bring an artwork to finish, or start a fresh masterpiece! All supplies are provided for you to use during the class. Wednesday, March 19th 1-4pm Level: Beginner Ages: Adult Location: Studio #202 (Second Floor) Instructor: Nicole Ousley Dittus Cost: $50 per class REGISTER […]
In this beginner stained glass workshop, you'll create a beautiful honeycomb sun catcher while learning the essential techniques of cutting glass, applying copper foil, and soldering. No experience required—just bring your creativity and leave with a stunning, handcrafted piece! No experience necessary All materials provided. Saturday, March 22nd 1-3pm Level: Beginner Age: 16 + Location: […]
Take a wooden box and paint and design it with decoupaged papers and artwork. Boxes to choose from vary by class. Tuesday, March 25th 1-4pm Level: Beginner Ages: Adult Location: Studio #202 (Second Floor) Instructor: Nicole Ousley Dittus Cost: $75 *Preregistration Required* REGISTER HERE *No refunds. You may make up a session at another time […]
Nurture your imagination, wake up the creativity within. Learn the basics of watercolor (materials & techniques) while experimenting with techniques for flow or control, scale (see what feels better - tiny & details or giant & fluid), mark making & patterns for brain focus/stress release, and travel journaling. Mindful painting lets you feel childlike joy […]
Check the details of each Gallery Exhibition listing for any opening/closing receptions or special event details.
The Nicholas Street Gallery rents for $600/month. The Hallway Gallery rents for $300/month.
The Event Space can be used for pop up shows. Contact the office for more details at info@hotshopsartcenter.org