MARCH & APRIL EVENTS

March is National Craft Month!  We're celebrating by adding several new workshops to March and April's line-up as well as a 4-Week Creative Challenge, Artsy Bingo!

March 6, 2025

VIBRANT CREATIONS:  An Alcohol Ink Art Workshop

OVERVIEW:  Discover the mesmerizing world of alcohol inks in this hands-on workshop designed for beginners and enthusiasts alike. Participants will explore the fluid, unpredictable nature of alcohol inks and learn techniques to create stunning abstract pieces, landscapes, and decorative items. Suitable for adults and teens (13+) interested in experimenting with fluid art, mixed media, or abstract painting.

TIME:   3:00PM–5:00PM
COST: 55.00
All materials are provided

March 8, 2025

MYTHICAL CREATURES IN CLAY:  Polymer Clay Dragon or Sea Serpent Workshop

OVERVIEW:  Unleash your creativity in this hands-on polymer clay workshop where you'll learn how to sculpt stunning dragons or sea serpents! Perfect for beginners and experienced sculptors alike, this class will cover essential techniques for shaping, texturing, and adding intricate details to bring your mythical creatures to life. Suitable for teens (12+) and adults interested in fantasy art, sculpture, or polymer clay crafting.

TIME: 1:00PM–4:00PM 

COST: 55.00 All materials are provided

March 22, 2025

ARTSY BINGO!

CHALLENGE OVERVIEW

  • Get ready for Artsy Bingo, a fun and inspiring twist on a classic game—happening weekly for 4 weeks! Whether you join us in person or participate online, this is your chance to spark creativity in a whole new way!

  • Each week, 3-4 unique art prompts are drawn based on the numbers that are drawn. Participants will have 10 minutes to create a 5 x 7 art piece based on the prompt! The middle square? Freestyle! Let your creativity run wild. Keep creating, filling in your board, and see if you can score a BINGO!

  • For those attending in person, you’ll rotate “workstations” for each prompt to give you a chance to work with a variety of mediums.

  • Can’t attend in person? No problem! Join our Facebook group to play along, share your artwork, and connect with fellow creatives.   

  • This is all about jumpstarting your creativity, having fun, and making art in a fresh, playful way! Whether you're a seasoned artist or just love to doodle, this game is for you. Suitable for adults and teens (13+) who want to jumpstart their creativity or get out of a creative rut.

  • Join us every week, challenge yourself, and watch your creativity grow! Who’s in? 

    GAME LENGTH: 1 hour per week for 4 weeks
    DATES FOR IN PERSON GAME AT CRE828:*

       MARCH 22nd 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM 

       MARCH 28th 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM 

       APRIL 5th 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM 

       APRIL 11th 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM

    COST: 50.00 Each participant will receive a bound playbook filled with a variety of papers and exclusive access to the ArtsyBingo Facebook Group.

    *For those who can’t attend or playing along solely on the Facebook Group, the numbers and prompts will be posted by 5:00 pm the following day.

April 19, 2025

NATURE'S CHARM:  A POLYMER CLAY NECKLACE WORKSHOP

OVERVIEW: Immerse yourself in the beauty of nature as you design and craft your own polymer clay necklace inspired by leaves, flowers, wood textures, and natural elements. This workshop will guide you through sculpting organic shapes, adding intricate textures, and finishing your piece with earthy embellishments. Perfect for nature lovers, jewelry enthusiasts, and crafters of all levels! Suitable for teens (12+) and adults interested in jewelry making, nature, and polymer clay crafting.

TIME:  2:00 PM – 5:00 PM
COST: 65.00
All materials are provided

April 26, 2025

MACRAME MAGIC:  CREATE A MASON JAR PLANT HANGER

OVERVIEW: In this hands-on workshop, you’ll learn the art of macramé by creating a stylish plant hanger designed to hold a mason jar. Perfect for hanging small plants, succulents, or even fairy lights, this beginner-friendly class will teach you essential knotting techniques while crafting a unique home décor piece. Suitable for teens (12+) and adults interested in DIY home décor, macramé, or plant styling.

TIME: 11:00 AM – 1:30 PM
COST: 40.00
All materials are provided - except the plant. :-)

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1283 Asheville Road
Waynesville, NC 28786, US

About us

We are an arts and crafts studio featuring a retail shop and a creative workshop space. We design and craft unique jewelry, dolls, mixed media art, and alcohol ink creations. Additionally, we specialize in creating custom memorial pieces to honor your cherished pets and loved ones.

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