Minnetonka Community Education

In this workshop, we explore the art of painting with style and vibrancy on what many consider to be a precious material: leather. We’ve collaborated with artist Kel Cadet-Lyons of R-KI-TEKT in a craft honoring culture, art and design. Together, we’ve hand-selected a variety of paint brushes and bright, playful hues to create a harmonious dance of colors and patterns on your exquisite white leather clutch. Kel walks you through her step-by-step tutorial while sharing her personal color theory, simultaneously exploring surface treatments and patterns in using an oil-based marker to add contrast and details. Kel encourages you to unearth your power in creativity, drawing inspiration from things in your life that bring you happiness as you test and hone skills using your new collection of tools and materials. Continue your exploration by utilizing found objects in your home as your next painting tool, or using leftover paints to breathe new life into a favorite leather piece. Ultimately, Kel hopes to help you release any intimidation surrounding customization of this style and walk away with a stunning leather clutch you’ll be proud to carry. Learn more about the details of this project on Kel’s Featured Maker Page. This workshop includes: A detailed, digital workshop by Kel Cadet-Lyons A live Maker Chat Q&A for our community to join in creative conversation Tools and materials from artisan suppliers, curated for you, by Kel The tools & materials included in our kit: 6.75” x 4.75” Chrome tanned leather clutch in white Angelus leather acrylic paint in Dark Bone, 1oz Angelus leather acrylic paint in Gift Box Blue, 1oz Angelus leather acrylic paint in Georgia Peach, 1oz Angelus leather acrylic paint in Cognac, 1oz Round brush, size 16 1” Flat brush Oil-based paint marker, black Mini painter’s palette We can’t wait to see what you create! Happy Making! How it works: You will receive your Workshop Kit, which includes all tools & materials and workshop access information, between 6-9 days from order date. The workshop kit will be mailed directly to your home from The Crafter's Box, so please ensure we have current address information in our system. This workshop is a collaboration between Minnetonka Community Ed and The Crafter's Box. Questions about this workshop? Contact Adult Programs at 952-401-5055 for more information.

Explore foundational skills in creativity and weaving using a curated palette of linen fabric to create a high-end pillow sure to elevate any home decor. Fabric weaving is exactly what it sounds like: weaving fabric into patterns to create a unique textile to be used for multiple applications. This workshop allows us to master the basics of fabric weaving and includes supplies and thoughtful instruction for everything from strip preparation, to weaving, securing the textile and turning it into a beloved project you’ll be proud to showcase. Under Mister Domestic’s expert guidance we’ll learn to masterfully tear fabric strips to create our workshop materials in just the style we desire. The process of preparing our fabric strips is soothing and methodical. This raw edge linen two-axis weave is the perfect introduction to fabric weaving that will result in the handcrafted creation of a fabulous lumbar pillow. Once your new skills are mastered, alternate projects are available which introduce new strip preparation techniques, weaving patterns, and even a third axis in triaxial weaving. This workshop presents a totally unique take on weaving because there’s no loom. You don’t need anything more than the artist-curated fabric and pins (plus a few small tools) to make the beautiful creations we pursue in this immersive workshop. You can use different axes to create interest and dimension in every unique textile piece. To learn more about Mister Domestic and our Fabric Weaving Workshop, explore our Featured Maker Page. This workshop includes: A detailed, digital workshop by Mister Domestic A live Maker Chat Q&A for our community to join in creative conversation Tools and materials from artisan suppliers, curated for you, by Mister Domestic The tools & materials included in our kit: Lengths of Essex Linen Blend in Oyster, Lingerie, and Natural Iron-On Hem Tape White Silk-Finish Solid Cotton Thread Wefty Needle General Purpose Masking Tape Embroidery Needles, Size 5 Shape Flex Woven Cotton Pello Glass Head Pins Woven Fabric Pillow Workshop Pattern Needle Card We look forward to sharing this fulfilling and joyful experience with you and cannot wait to see how your linen fabric weave turns out. Be sure to share your creative journey and finished creation with us by tagging @thecraftersbox + @misterdomestic in your social posts, and use #thecraftersbox so our community can also see your workshop come to life! Happy making. How it works: You will receive your Workshop Kit, which includes all tools & materials and workshop access information, between 6-9 days from order date. The workshop kit will be mailed directly to your home from The Crafter's Box, so please ensure we have current address information in our system. This workshop is a collaboration between Minnetonka Community Ed and The Crafter's Box. Questions about this workshop? Contact Adult Programs at 952-401-5055 for more information.

Learn how to make hand rolled beeswax candles using the warmth of your own hands. This cozy craft doesn’t involve any melting or hot wax, making it a quick and family-friendly activity. Liz Wagner is the Creative Lead at The Crafter’s Box, and her love of the craft shines through as she shares a wide range of candle shapes, sizes, and embellishments to make with our kit. In this workshop, Liz teaches us how to handle beeswax sheets for candle making, make our cuts, and pick the best wick size. The possibilities are seemingly endless as we learn to make tapered, fluted, pillar, beehive, and decorative floating candles. By combining different colors and playing with cut shapes, we can further customize our designs. This workshop includes: A detailed digital workshop led by Liz Wagner A live Maker Chat Q&A for our community to join in on a creative conversation with the artist Tools & materials to make 10 -2o beeswax candles PDF download with written instructions to complement the video tutorial The tools & materials included in this workshop: Six beeswax sheets in assorted neutral colors* Five yards braided cotton wicking, size 1/0 Two yards braided cotton wicking, size #2 One X-acto knife One 18″ ruler Material to have at home: Hairdryer Cutting mat or large piece of cardboard Learn more about the details of this project on Liz Wagner’s Featured Maker Page. We look forward to sharing this fulfilling and joyful experience with you and cannot wait to see how your rolled beeswax candles turn out. Be sure to share your creative journey and finished creation with us by tagging @thecraftersbox in your social posts, and use #thecraftersbox so our community can also see your workshop come to life! Happy making. How it works: You will receive your Workshop Kit, which includes all tools & materials and workshop access information, between 6-9 days from order date. The workshop kit will be mailed directly to your home from The Crafter's Box, so please ensure we have current address information in our system. This workshop is a collaboration between Minnetonka Community Ed and The Crafter's Box. Questions about this workshop? Contact Adult Programs at 952-401-5055 for more information.

Learn to paint quick and expressive acrylic paintings with one brush and a limited color palette. Working quickly allows colors to blend and brush strokes to show, creating dynamic results in your acrylic paintings.

Create a Van Gogh landscape following step-by-step instructions. Learn about Van Gogh and his painting methods as you create your very own masterpiece on an 8 x 10 inch canvas using acrylic paints.

Made in Japan, Bengala dyes are made from soil (which gives them the beautiful subtle colors) and are environmentally safe and fun to use. Learn the history and cultural significance of this unique dye form. then choose from 14 different mud dye color options to dye a scarf in a unique design. Each project is like a surprising gift - there are no mistakes with Bengala, only beauty! Child registrants (ages 12+) will be dyeing a t-shirt instead of a scarf (customer brings). Child registrants must be accompanied by an Adult. This class is not recommended for people with a latex allergy, as dyes contain latex rubber. Chiaki brought Bengala Dyes to Minnesota for the first time in 2013 and has been dyeing and teaching since then.

Create and take home a gorgeous 20x16 oil painting in this step-by-step class, taught by our instructor certified in the Bob Ross method. This class will allow you to make your very own replica of a Bob Ross painting. Each class will paint a different landscape: (June 20). Enjoy the relaxed approach in creating landscapes that may include mountains, lakes, hills, rivers, trees and sunsets. All levels of painters welcome. All painting supplies are included at no additional charge. Students need to bring an apron or smock.

Learn to paint a beautiful scene in watercolors. Follow step-by-step instructions and engage in discussion on the difference between dry brush work, wet on wet, and wet on dry as you participate in this enjoyable workshop. This is a great, no fear, way to learn to paint in watercolors.

Paint Degas' famous Ballerinas by following step-by-step instructions. Learn the history behind the artist and his preferred subject matter, as you learn how to create in his style. Students will paint on an 8 x 10 inch canvas with acrylic paints.

Paint a landscape in the style of Monet. Learn about the history on Monet and how he created, as you follow step-by-step instructions to create your own masterpiece. Students will be working in acrylic paints on an 8 x 10 inch canvas.