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Nov
17
Block Print: Ornaments
Sunday, November 17, 2024 | 1 - 4P | One-day workshop | $75
Print and make your own holiday ornaments. Design and carve a stamp to create beautiful 3D ornaments. You can use your ornaments to decorate a tree, a window, or you can even fill them with treats for a homemade Advent calendar. You’ll leave class with a few ornaments and a block you can use to create more at home.
Supplies: All materials are included with registration.
Teaching Artist: Tracy Gillespie
Nov
23
Letterpress Holiday Cards (SOLD OUT)
Saturday, November 23, 2024 | 10A - 2:30P | One-day workshop | $150
Nothing says “happy holidays” like a handmade card, and nothings says handmade better than letterpress! Using antique wood and metal type, ornaments, and illustrations, you’ll design a single-color card and print it on a printing press that started its working life in 1892.
At the end of the day, you’ll take home 25 handmade cards (plus envelopes) in plenty of time to get them sent to friends and family before the holiday season gets too busy. Class takers should come with an idea of a short phrase (no more than 10 words) that they’d like to use in their card design, and wear clothes that they don’t mind getting a little inky.
Supplies: All materials are included with registration.
Guest Artist: Sarah Clark
Nov
24
Block Print Journals
Sunday, November 24, 2024 | 10A - 4P | One-day workshop | $150
Block printing is an ancient method of printmaking that can be used to create beautiful, decorated papers. Not only is it fun, but it’s something you can easily do at home. In this workshop, you’ll experiment with printing and use one of your own papers to cover a handmade journal. First, we will learn how to design and carve rubber stamps that will be used to create your own decorated papers. You’ll focus on basic shapes that can be used for layering and repeating to create rich and complex patterns. Then, you’ll select one of your papers for the cover – you can save your unused papers for other projects. You’ll make a book using a binding that allows the book to remain flat when opened, making it perfect for use as a sketchbook or journal. You’ll receive a detailed handout and resource list for all materials we use. No previous experience is required – this is a great workshop for a beginner.
Supplies: All materials are included with registration.
Guest Artist: Elissa Campbell
Dec
8
Paste Paper Gift Wrap
Sunday, December 8, 2024 | 10A - 4P | One-day workshop | $150
Tired of the same old gift wrap? Then this class is for you! Paste papers are made by applying a mixture of paint and pigment to damp paper and then using tools to create pattern and texture on the surface. Different methods will be demonstrated to guide you as you create your own paste papers with vibrant colors. We’ll use methyl cellulose in a paste recipe that’s easy to recreate on your own. Work with acid-free paper, so you can even use the papers in your bookmaking or other craft projects.
Each participant will leave class with a collection of paste papers and a basic knowledge of paste paper technique. You will receive a detailed handout and resource list for all materials we use. No previous experience is required – this is a great class for a beginner.
Supplies: All materials are included with registration.
Guest Artist: Elissa Campbell
Dec
21
Letterpress Gift Tags (2 SPOTS LEFT)
Saturday, December 21, 2024 | 10A - 2:30P | One-day workshop | $150
Give your gifts that final piece of made-with-love polish with hand-printed letterpress gift tags! Using antique wood and metal type, ornaments, and illustrations, you’ll design a personalized tag that will let any gift recipient know how much you think of them, then print it on a press that began its working life in 1892 for that special “impression” that only letterpress can give. Bring your creativity and wear clothes you don’t mind getting a little inky. Class takers will go home with 25 tags that will elevate the holidays for their friends and loved ones this year.
Supplies: All materials are included with registration.
Guest Artist: Sarah Clark
Nov
10
Birch Bark Ornaments
Sunday, November 10, 2024 | 9A - 1P | One-day workshop | $100
Enjoy the simple pleasure of creating a decoration or gift from local materials that have been responsibly harvested. Utilizing techniques common to the Scandinavian and Russian style of basketry, you will craft birds and stars from strips of inner bark from the paper birch. Included is a discussion on how the material is harvested and prepared. For students, ages 14+.
Supplies: Materials are not included with registration. A $35 materials fee is payable to the Teaching Artist.
Guest Artist: Penny Hewitt
Oct
20
Block Print: Spooky Garland
Sunday, October 20, 2024 | 1 - 4P | One-day workshop | $75
Get into the Halloween spirit with Block Print: Spooky Garland! You'll carve your own spine-chilling stamps to create a festive garland. Learn the basics of block printing, from design and carving to inking and printing. Take home your custom-carved stamps and a unique Halloween garland to add an eerie touch to your decorations.
Supplies: All materials are included with registration.
Teaching Artist: Tracy Gillespie
Aug
25
Block Print Your Pet
Sunday, August 25, 2024 | 1 - 4P | One-day workshop | $95
Block print a charming portrait of your dog. Learn basic design, carving, and printing techniques in a relaxed and supportive environment. Use your completed block to create art for your home, make custom notecards, or bring along a t-shirt or tote to print some tail-wagging swag.
Kids, ages 8+ are welcome to attend with a parent or caregiver.
Supplies: All materials and tools are provided.
Teaching artist: Tracy Gillespie
Part of the Dog Days of Summer Series
Aug
3
Modern Calligraphy
Saturday, August 3, 2024 | 10A - 12P | One-day workshop | $150
This introductory calligraphy workshop will help you get started with the basics of modern calligraphy. Learn the fundamental details of this art form. Learn how to hold a pen for optimal results, the basic calligraphy strokes and how to form letters and words. No experience necessary!
Each student will receive a pen holder, a beginner-friendly nib, ink, and practice worksheets to keep.
Complete a small project to take home, as well as have the option to join a private Facebook group to continue the fun.
Teaching Artist: Katherine Orgel
Jul
27
Block Print: Vegetables (1 SPOT LEFT!)
Saturday, July 27, 2024 | 9A - 12P | One-day workshop | $75
Just as our gardens are kicking into high gear, let’s get inspired by all the produce bursting out around us. Vegetables make a great study for making stamps and they’re practical too–perhaps you’d like to use yours for recipe cards, kitchen towels, t-shirts, or greeting cards. This class will cover all the basic elements of stamp-making: design, carving, stamping. You’ll leave with several prints and a carved stamp to take home and use for more.
Teaching artist: Tracy Gillespie
Jun
22
Letterpress Posters
Saturday, June 22, 2024 | 10A - 4:30P | One-day workshop | $225
Learn the magic of combining type, paper, and ink at this all-day letterpress workshop. You’ll learn the basics of the history of printing, how to set type, and how to print your design on a press that has been in use since 1913 as you create a letterpress poster in up to two colors using antique wood and metal type, ornaments, and hand-carved illustrations.
Guest Artist: Sarah Clark
Jun
2
Paper-making with Plants
Sunday, June 2, 2024 | 1 - 4P | One-day workshop | $100
Learn how to make beautiful handmade paper out of recycled scrap paper, plant fibers, and flowers! We will go through the hand papermaking process step-by-step: understanding different types of fiber, how to source and process fibers, making pulp, forming sheets, adding decorative inclusions, and pressing and drying the sheets. Everyone will make several pieces of paper to use for their own art and craft projects, for writing letters, or simply to appreciate as art in its own right.
Please wear clothing and shoes that you don’t mind getting wet!
Teaching Artist: Emma Percy
May
4
Letterpress Cards (IN PROGRESS)
Saturday, May 4, 2024 | 10A - 2:30P | One-day workshop | $150
At Scale House Print Shop | Using antique wood and metal type, ornaments, and illustrations, you’ll design a single-color card and print it on a printing press that started its working life in 1892. At the end of the day, you’ll take home 25 handmade cards (plus envelopes).
Guest Artist: Sarah Clark
Apr
30
Block Print: Spring Botanicals
Tuesdays, April 16 - 30, 2024 | 6 - 8P | 3 sessions | $150
Learn basic block printing design, carving, and printing techniques in a relaxed and supportive environment. We’ll spend the first session sketching and carving, the second class carving and printing, and in the third class we’ll add color with watercolors. You will come away with a completed print suitable for framing, embellishing and/or sending as a card. This class is perfect for both beginners and seasoned craftspeople.
Teaching Artist: Tracy Gillespie
Apr
30
Letterpress Exploration
Tuesdays, April 2 - 30, 2024 | 6 - 8P | 5 sessions | At Scale House Print Shop | $250
This class is designed for those who want to explore letterpress printing a little further, have several projects in mind, or want to design something with multiple colors and layers. Students should plan to complete between 2 and 4 projects over the five weeks. You'll have full access to Scale House Print Shop's collection of wood and metal type, ornaments, and hand-carved illustrations.
Guest Artist: Sarah Clark
Apr
28
Block Print: Your Pet!
Sunday, April 28, 2024 | 2P-5P | One-day workshop | $85
Create a charming portrait of your pet (or other favorite animal) through the medium of block printing. Learn basic design, carving, and printing techniques in a relaxed and supportive environment. You will come away with a completed print suitable for framing, embellishing and/or sending as a card. This class is perfect for both beginners and seasoned craftspeople.
Teaching Artist: Tracy Gillespie
Apr
23
Letterpress Exploration
Tuesdays, April 2 - 30, 2024 | 6 - 8P | 5 sessions | At Scale House Print Shop | $250
This class is designed for those who want to explore letterpress printing a little further, have several projects in mind, or want to design something with multiple colors and layers. Students should plan to complete between 2 and 4 projects over the five weeks. You'll have full access to Scale House Print Shop's collection of wood and metal type, ornaments, and hand-carved illustrations.
Guest Artist: Sarah Clark
Apr
23
Block Print: Spring Botanicals
Tuesdays, April 16 - 30, 2024 | 6 - 8P | 3 sessions | $150
Learn basic block printing design, carving, and printing techniques in a relaxed and supportive environment. We’ll spend the first session sketching and carving, the second class carving and printing, and in the third class we’ll add color with watercolors. You will come away with a completed print suitable for framing, embellishing and/or sending as a card. This class is perfect for both beginners and seasoned craftspeople.
Teaching Artist: Tracy Gillespie
Apr
16
Block Print: Spring Botanicals
Tuesdays, April 16 - 30, 2024 | 6 - 8P | 3 sessions | $150
Learn basic block printing design, carving, and printing techniques in a relaxed and supportive environment. We’ll spend the first session sketching and carving, the second class carving and printing, and in the third class we’ll add color with watercolors. You will come away with a completed print suitable for framing, embellishing and/or sending as a card. This class is perfect for both beginners and seasoned craftspeople.
Guest Artist: Tracy Gillespie
Apr
16
Letterpress Exploration
Tuesdays, April 2 - 30, 2024 | 6 - 8P | 5 sessions | At Scale House Print Shop | $250
This class is designed for those who want to explore letterpress printing a little further, have several projects in mind, or want to design something with multiple colors and layers. Students should plan to complete between 2 and 4 projects over the five weeks. You'll have full access to Scale House Print Shop's collection of wood and metal type, ornaments, and hand-carved illustrations.
Guest Artist: Sarah Clark
Apr
13
Deckle Box Paper-making
Saturday, April 13, 2024 | 10A - 1P | One-day workshop | $100
Learn a variety of decorative hand paper-making techniques using a deckle box. This simple tool can be made at home and allows you to make beautiful sheets of paper in a small space with minimal mess. We will explore multicolored pulp painting, botanical inclusions, textural effects, and other techniques using a combination of plant fibers and recycled paper fibers. Everyone will create a unique assortment of handmade papers.
Teaching Artist: Emma Percy
Apr
9
Letterpress Exploration
Tuesdays, April 2 - 30, 2024 | 6 - 8P | 5 sessions | At Scale House Print Shop | $250
This class is designed for those who want to explore letterpress printing a little further, have several projects in mind, or want to design something with multiple colors and layers. Students should plan to complete between 2 and 4 projects over the five weeks. You'll have full access to Scale House Print Shop's collection of wood and metal type, ornaments, and hand-carved illustrations.
Guest Artist: Sarah Clark
Apr
2