Classes at Craft Alliance

Browse through our collection of classes.

Semester
Class Type
Class Category
Class Level
Day of Week
Time of Day
Age

Drawing

Print & Paper Youth & Family Class
Level: Beginner / All Levels
Duration
1 Week
Tuition
$340
Member Tuition
$295
Studio Fee
Included
More Info

Sessions

    Ages
    7-9
    Camp Week
    Week 1
    Dates
    Start: 6/1/2026
    End: 6/5/2026
    Time
    9:00am - 12:00pm
    Status
    Open
    Ages
    7-9
    Camp Week
    Week 2
    Dates
    Start: 6/8/2026
    End: 6/12/2026
    Time
    9:00am - 12:00pm
    Status
    Open
    Ages
    7-9
    Camp Week
    Week 5
    Dates
    Start: 6/29/2026
    End: 7/2/2026
    Time
    9:00am - 12:00pm
    Status
    Open
    Ages
    7-9
    Camp Week
    Week 10
    Dates
    Start: 8/3/2026
    End: 8/7/2026
    Time
    1:00pm - 4:00pm
    Status
    Open
    Ages
    7-9
    Dates
    Start: 8/10/2026
    End: 8/14/2026
    Time
    9:00am - 12:00pm
    Status
    Open
    Ages
    10-14
    Dates
    Start: 7/6/2026
    End: 7/10/2026
    Time
    1:00pm - 4:00pm
    Status
    Open

Drawing Fundamentals

Print & Paper Class
Level: Beginner / All Levels
Duration
6 Weeks
Tuition
$340
Member Tuition
$295
Studio Fee
Included
More Info

Sessions

    Ages
    16+
    Dates
    Start: 9/8/2026
    End: 10/13/2026
    Time
    Tuesday
    6-9PM
    Status
    Open

Enamel Decals

Metals Workshop
Level: Beginner / All Levels
Duration
3 Weeks
Tuition
$175
Member Tuition
$150
Studio Fee
Included
More Info

Sessions

    Ages
    18+
    Dates
    Start: 11/19/2026
    End: 12/3/2026
    Time
    Thursday
    6-9PM
    Instructor
    Kelly Draper
    Status
    Open

Etching

Metals Workshop
Level: Beginner / All Levels
Duration
3 Weeks
Tuition
$175
Member Tuition
$150
Studio Fee
Included
More Info

Sessions

    Ages
    18+
    Dates
    Start: 10/29/2026
    End: 11/12/2026
    Time
    Thursday
    6-9PM
    Instructor
    Kelly Draper
    Status
    Open

Floor Loom Weaving Classes

Fibers Class
Level: Beginner / All Levels
Duration
6 Weeks
Tuition
$296
Member Tuition
$256
Studio Fee
Included
More Info

Discover the art of weaving in this beginner-friendly, six-week course designed for students of all experience levels. Learn the fundamentals of weaving on a four-harness floor loom, including how to warp the loom, read weaving drafts, and create a variety of woven structures and patterns. More experienced weavers can expand their skills by exploring advanced techniques such as designing original pattern drafts or incorporating tapestry weaving.

Throughout the course, you'll develop an understanding of project planning, fiber and material selection, color interaction, and texture while creating functional or decorative pieces such as scarves, towels, table runners, or wall hangings. Whether you're weaving for the first time or building on existing skills, you'll leave with beautiful handmade projects and the confidence to continue your weaving journey.

Sessions

    Ages
    16+
    Dates
    Start: 9/8/2026
    End: 10/13/2026
    Time
    Tuesday
    1:00PM-4:00PM
    Instructor
    Laura Strand
    Status
    Open
    Ages
    16+
    Dates
    Start: 9/9/2026
    End: 10/14/2026
    Time
    Wednesday
    1:00PM-4:00PM
    Instructor
    Laura Strand
    Status
    Open
    Ages
    16+
    Dates
    Start: 9/16/2026
    End: 10/21/2026
    Time
    Wednesday
    6:00PM-9:00PM
    Instructor
    Renden Hornung
    Status
    Open
    Ages
    16+
    Dates
    Start: 10/28/2026
    End: 12/9/2026
    Time
    Wednesday
    6:00PM-9:00PM
    Instructor
    Renden Hornung
    Status
    Open

Fun with Frit

Glass Workshop
Level:
Duration
1 Day
Tuition
$145
Member Tuition
$125
Studio Fee
Included
More Info

Sessions

    Ages
    16+
    Dates
    Start: 10/27/2026
    End: 10/27/2026
    Time
    Tuesday
    6:00 PM-9:00 PM
    Instructor
    Kevin Heard
    Status
    Open
    Ages
    16+
    Dates
    Start: 11/17/2026
    End: 11/17/2026
    Time
    Tuesday
    6:00 PM-9:00 PM
    Instructor
    Kevin Heard
    Status
    Open

Girl Dinner: Trays and Bowls

Ceramics Workshop
Level: Beginner / All Levels
Duration
1 Day
Tuition
$69
Member Tuition
$59
Studio Fee
$25
More Info
Celebrate the art of the perfect snack spread in this lighthearted handbuilding workshop inspired by the viral charm of “girl dinner.” You’ll create a custom serving tray, a set of little bowls, and even a few ceramic spoons—ideal for olives, berries, dips, sauces, or your favorite tiny bites. Using slab-building and pinching techniques, you’ll learn how to shape, assemble, and decorate each piece with textures, stamps, and creative flair that reflect your personal style. Whether you go elegant, earthy, or playful, you’ll leave with a one-of-a-kind ceramic snack set that’s as functional as it is delightful. No clay experience? No problem—this workshop is perfect for beginners and snack lovers alike! Note: This workshop is for ages 16+. If you require special accommodation, please contact grant.benoit@craftalliance.org. All materials included. Closed-toe shoes required. Aprons are available in the studio. Finished work will be glazed and fired, ready for pickup approximately two weeks after class.

Sessions

    Ages
    16+
    Dates
    Start: 8/21/2026
    End: 8/21/2026
    Time
    Friday
    6:00 PM-9:00PM
    Status
    Open

Glass Beadmaking 1

Glass Workshop
Level: Beginner / All Levels
Duration
4 Weeks
Tuition
$340
Member Tuition
$295
Studio Fee
Included
More Info
Explore the captivating art of lampworking in this beginner-friendly workshop! Using a small torch, you’ll learn how to manipulate molten glass to create unique and colorful glass beads. Through step-by-step instruction, you'll discover techniques like using glass stringers (thin rods of glass), frits (crushed glass particles), and cane (thin glass rods) to add texture and decorative designs to your beads. Once you’ve mastered the basics, you'll learn how to turn your glass creations into wearable art, adding personal flair to each piece. No prior experience is needed—just bring your curiosity and creativity!

Sessions

    Ages
    16+
    Dates
    Start: 9/9/2026
    End: 9/30/2026
    Time
    Wednesday
    6-9PM
    Instructor
    Kevin Heard
    Status
    Open

Glass Beads 1

Glass Workshop
Level: Beginner / All Levels
Duration
1 Day
Tuition
$145
Member Tuition
$125
Studio Fee
Included
More Info
Dive into the world of glass bead making in this fun and fast-paced 3-hour workshop! You’ll learn how to safely operate a torch to melt glass and create perfectly round beads. As you gain hands-on experience, you'll explore different shapes and enhance your beads with decorative techniques such as adding dots, striping colors, and pulling glass stringers (heating and pulling glass to create a thin elongated piece of glass) to create unique designs. Whether you're a beginner or looking to expand your skills, this workshop will provide you with the tools and techniques to craft a collection of beautiful, one-of-a-kind glass beads. By the end of the session, you’ll have a treasure trove of beads to wear or use in your own jewelry creations! Beads will go through an annealing process to temper the glass for strength—your instructor will set a pickup time. Traveling? We can mail your beads to you!

Sessions

    Ages
    16+
    Dates
    Start: 8/15/2026
    End: 8/15/2026
    Time
    Saturday
    1:00 PM-4:00 PM
    Instructor
    Michel Krevenas
    Status
    Open
    Ages
    16+
    Dates
    Start: 9/12/2026
    End: 9/12/2026
    Time
    Saturday
    1:00 PM-4:00 PM
    Instructor
    Michel Krevenas
    Status
    Open
    Ages
    16+
    Dates
    Start: 9/26/2026
    End: 9/26/2026
    Time
    Saturday
    9:00am - 12:00pm
    Instructor
    Michel Krevenas
    Status
    Open
    Ages
    16+
    Dates
    Start: 10/3/2026
    End: 10/3/2026
    Time
    Saturday
    9:00am - 12:00pm
    Instructor
    Michel Krevenas
    Status
    Open
    Ages
    16+
    Dates
    Start: 10/10/2026
    End: 10/10/2026
    Time
    Saturday
    9:00am - 12:00pm
    Instructor
    Michel Krevenas
    Status
    Open
    Ages
    16+
    Dates
    Start: 11/7/2026
    End: 11/7/2026
    Time
    Saturday
    1:00 PM-4:00 PM
    Instructor
    Michel Krevenas
    Status
    Open
    Ages
    16+
    Dates
    Start: 11/21/2026
    End: 11/21/2026
    Time
    Saturday
    1:00 PM-4:00 PM
    Instructor
    Michel Krevenas
    Status
    Open
    Ages
    16+
    Dates
    Start: 12/5/2026
    End: 12/5/2026
    Time
    Saturday
    9:00am - 12:00pm
    Instructor
    Michel Krevenas
    Status
    Open

Glass Cacti & Succulents

Glass Class
Level: Beginner / All Levels
Duration
6 Weeks
Tuition
$345
Member Tuition
$295
Studio Fee
Included
More Info
Students will spend 6 classes sculpting various species of cacti and succulents out of glass using a stationary torch.  Both soft glass (104 COE) and borosilicate glass (33 COE) will be used to achieve different effects.  This is a beginner-friendly class, but intermediate-to-advanced lampworkers are welcome!  Techniques include mixing and blending colors, layering, encasing, adding mini flower implosions, using tools to shape the glass, and using hand-pulled cane to add embellishments.  On the last day, you will also learn how to etch glass and process the pieces, attaching "root systems" and mixing gravel with epoxy for a mixed media project.

Sessions

Glass Sculpture

Glass Class
Level: Beginner / All Levels
Duration
6 Weeks
Tuition
$450
Member Tuition
$380
Studio Fee
Included
More Info
We will start with the basics of sculpting with glass, both on a mandrel (with soft glass) and off-mandrel (with borosilicate glass), focusing on heat control, layering colors, using specialized shaping tools, and creating texture. Throughout the course, students will learn how to create animal print and patterns using hand-pulled cane and twisted stringers. Projects include -but are not limited to- bees, fish, birds, elephants, turtles, mushrooms, mythological creatures, etc. Requests are encouraged.

Sessions

Glass Sea Creatures

Glass Class
Level: Beginner / All Levels
Duration
6 Weeks
Tuition
$340
Member Tuition
$295
Studio Fee
Included
More Info
Dive into the world of glass fish, coral, cephalopods, crustaceans, and jellyfish! Use sculpting tools, complex cane patterns, and heat control to ensure your projects go swimmingly.  In this 6-week course, students will go from basic beginner-friendly techniques to more advanced ways to sculpt soft glass (104 COE) into realistic animals.  On the last day, you will also learn how to mount your glass sea creatures on stands, hang them in a waterless aquarium, and suspend them in miniature specimen jars.

Sessions

Glaze Techniques

Ceramics Class
Level: Beginner / All Levels
Duration
6 Weeks
Tuition
$340
Member Tuition
$295
Studio Fee
Included
More Info

Sessions

    Ages
    16+
    Dates
    Start: 10/28/2026
    End: 12/2/2026
    Time
    Thursday
    1:00 PM-5:00 PM
    Instructor
    Bev Aroh
    Status
    Open

Handbuilding

Ceramics Class
Level: Beginner / All Levels
Duration
6 Weeks
Tuition
340
Member Tuition
295
Studio Fee
Included
More Info
Explore the endless possibilities of clay in this six-week introductory course! Perfect for beginners, this class teaches fundamental handbuilding techniques, including coiling, slab construction, and pinching, to create both functional tableware and sculptural forms. You'll also experiment with surface design techniques such as glazing, slips, sgraffito, resist, and carving to personalize your pieces. With hands-on instruction and creative exploration, you'll gain confidence in shaping and decorating clay while developing a strong foundation in ceramics. Whether you're new to clay or looking to expand your artistic skills, this class offers a supportive and engaging environment to bring your ideas to life!    

Sessions

    Ages
    16+
    Dates
    Start: 9/6/2026
    End: 10/11/2026
    Time
    Sunday
    1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
    Instructor
    Michele Reichlin
    Status
    Open
    Ages
    16+
    Dates
    Start: 9/8/2026
    End: 10/13/2026
    Time
    Tuesday
    6:00 PM-9:00 PM
    Instructor
    Alisha Porter
    Status
    Open
    Ages
    16+
    Dates
    Start: 9/10/2026
    End: 10/15/2026
    Time
    Thursday
    6:00 PM-9:00 PM
    Instructor
    Alisha Porter
    Status
    Open
    Ages
    16+
    Dates
    Start: 9/14/2026
    End: 10/19/2026
    Time
    Monday
    6:00 PM-9:00 PM
    Instructor
    Pam Stanley
    Status
    Open
    Ages
    16+
    Dates
    Start: 10/25/2026
    End: 11/29/2026
    Time
    Sunday
    1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
    Instructor
    Michele Reichlin
    Status
    Open
    Ages
    16+
    Dates
    Start: 10/27/2026
    End: 12/1/2026
    Time
    Tuesday
    6:00 PM-9:00 PM
    Instructor
    Alisha Porter
    Status
    Open
    Ages
    16+
    Dates
    Start: 10/29/2026
    End: 12/3/2026
    Time
    Thursday
    6:00 PM-9:00 PM
    Instructor
    Alisha Porter
    Status
    Open
    Ages
    16+
    Dates
    Start: 11/2/2026
    End: 12/7/2026
    Time
    Monday
    6:00 PM-9:00 PM
    Instructor
    Pam Stanley
    Status
    Open

Hollow Beads

Glass Workshop
Level: Intermediate
Duration
2 Days
Tuition
$145
Member Tuition
$125
Studio Fee
Included
More Info

Sessions

    Ages
    16+
    Dates
    Start: 10/6/2026
    End: 10/13/2026
    Time
    Tuesday
    6-9PM
    Instructor
    Kevin Heard
    Status
    Open
    Ages
    16+
    Dates
    Start: 11/24/2026
    End: 12/1/2026
    Time
    Tuesday
    6-9PM
    Instructor
    Kevin Heard
    Status
    Open

Intro to Fold Forming

Metals Workshop
Level: Beginner / All Levels
Duration
6 Weeks
Tuition
$340
Member Tuition
$295
Studio Fee
Included
More Info

Sessions

    Ages
    16+
    Dates
    Start: 9/9/2026
    End: 10/14/2026
    Time
    Wednesday
    10am-1pm
    Status
    Open
    Ages
    16+
    Dates
    Start: 10/28/2026
    End: 12/2/2026
    Time
    Wednesday
    10am-1pm
    Status
    Open

Intro to Intaglio Printmaking

Print & Paper Class
Level: Beginner / All Levels
Duration
6 Weeks
Tuition
$340
Member Tuition
$295
Studio Fee
Included
More Info

Sessions

    Ages
    16+
    Dates
    Start: 10/28/2026
    End: 12/9/2026
    Time
    Wednesday
    6-9PM
    Status
    Open

Intro to Relief Printmaking

Print & Paper Class
Level: Beginner / All Levels
Duration
6 Weeks
Tuition
$340
Member Tuition
$295
Studio Fee
Included
More Info

Sessions

    Ages
    16+
    Dates
    Start: 9/9/2026
    End: 10/14/2026
    Time
    Wednesday
    6-9PM
    Status
    Open

Introduction to Blacksmithing

Blacksmithing Class
Level: Beginner / All Levels
Duration
Tuition
$225
Member Tuition
$195
Studio Fee
Included
More Info

Begin your blacksmithing journey in this six-week course where you’ll learn the fundamental principles of working with metal.

Perfect for beginners, this class will introduce you to blacksmithing materials, tools, and essential techniques like hammer control, material handling, tapering (narrowing the metal by hammering), twisting, cutting, and punching (creating holes in metal). These skills allow you to manipulate metal as a plastic material, meaning it can be shaped and molded when heated, offering endless creative possibilities. As you gain proficiency, you’ll start to design and create projects, building the skills needed to become self-directed in your own work. Whether you’re interested in traditional metalwork or contemporary designs, this class will expand your creative vocabulary and help you bring your ideas to life. If you’ve taken a Beginner’s Blacksmithing class before, this course will allow you to refine and continue building on those skills. Projects can be adjusted to your skill level, or you can choose from a variety of offered projects. Note: Priority will be given to beginners, but intermediate students will receive individualized guidance on refining their technique.

Sessions

    Ages
    16+
    Dates
    Start: 9/7/2026
    End: 10/12/2026
    Time
    6-9PM
    Instructor
    Kim Stahl
    Status
    Open
    Ages
    16+
    Dates
    Start: 9/8/2026
    End: 10/13/2026
    Time
    Tuesday
    6-9PM
    Instructor
    Kim Stahl
    Status
    Open
    Ages
    16+
    Dates
    Start: 10/26/2026
    End: 11/30/2026
    Time
    Monday
    6-9PM
    Instructor
    Kim Stahl
    Status
    Open
    Ages
    16+
    Dates
    Start: 10/27/2026
    End: 12/1/2026
    Time
    Tuesday
    6-9PM
    Instructor
    Kim Stahl
    Status
    Open

Introduction to Gold Filled Jewelry

Metals Workshop
Level: Beginner / All Levels
Duration
1 Day
Tuition
66.00
Member Tuition
56.00
Studio Fee
35.00
More Info
Want to add a touch of gold to your jewelry without breaking the bank? This beginner-friendly class introduces you to gold-filled materials—a high-quality, durable alternative to solid gold. Gold-filled metal consists of a thick layer of gold that is permanently bonded to a base metal, making it more resistant to tarnishing and wear than gold plating while offering the beauty and warmth of real gold at a fraction of the cost. In this hands-on class, you’ll start by making a simple wire ring, then progress to adding a pre-made bezel cup and setting a predetermined stone. With step-by-step instruction, you’ll learn the fundamentals of working with gold-filled wire and gain confidence in basic jewelry-making techniques. By the end of the session, you’ll have a professionally crafted gold-filled ring—perfect for wearing or gifting!

Sessions

    Ages
    16+
    Dates
    Start: 8/21/2026
    End: 8/21/2026
    Time
    Friday
    6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
    Instructor
    Shanika Hartrum
    Status
    Open

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