Suncatcher Workshop
Transform Your Treasures into Garden Art!
Breathe new life into forgotten trinkets and create a stunning five-strand suncatcher (“Garden Charm”) in this engaging 3-hour workshop. Perfect for anyone aged 13 and up, this hands-on class will guide you through the process of repurposing old jewelry and small objects into a beautiful, personalized garden or window decoration.
Workshop Structure:
1. Learn: Basic jewelry-making steps
2. Design: Apply color theory to transform your items
3. Create: Assemble your unique Garden Charm suncatcher
What to Bring:
Gather a small collection of items such as:
– Broken jewelry pieces
– Charms from necklaces, bracelets, or keychains
– Orphaned earrings
– Chain segments
– Assorted beads
– Copper wire (2″+ long, 16-20 gauge)
– Bells, unwanted keys, costume jewelry, vintage safety pins
Note: Don’t worry if you forget to bring your own items or can’t find suitable pieces. You’ll have the option to purchase items for repurposing at the class.
Materials Provided:
Basic jewelry making tools, jump rings, wires, and a pre-drilled wooden dowel for the top piece. Supplementary beads and chains will be available to complement your personal items.
Class Details:
- Duration: 3 hours
- Price: $35 Members and $45 Non-Members
- Class Size: Limited to 6 students
- Age: 13+
Class Times:
- Saturday, Nov 16 from 10 am to 1 pm
- Saturday, Dec 21 from 10 am to 1 pm
- Saturday, Dec 21 from 1:30 – 4:30 pm
About the Artist:
Michelle Haynes has a passion for creating beauty from the unexpected. With 10 years of experience as a private tutor, Michelle brings a wealth of teaching expertise to her workshops. Her love for the interplay of light and wind in natural settings inspires her work with suncatchers and kinetic sculptures.
In Michelle’s words: “There’s an easy happiness to watching the mobiles do their thing amongst the grasses and branches. They catch the light just right and mix with all the colors from the plants around them. When the wind kicks up a bit, it’s like everything comes alive.”
Join us for this creative make-and-take experience where you’ll repurpose, transform, and enjoy your very own Garden Charm suncatcher. Watch as your forgotten treasures come to life, catching light and creating motion in your garden or window!
Registration
To register and pay by card, click on the button below to sign up for the class time of your choice.
To pay by cash or check, stop by the office during normal business hours.