Wooly Tree Class -

Make an 18” evergreen or autumn leaf tree. Wool is fringed, wrapped around wires, and attached to a dowel. All materials are provided, and trees can be completed in class. SHARP SHEARS ARE REQUIRED. Bring a ruler, lunch, and a small rag. Limited to 8. The Keeping Room is located at 56 Main Rd N Suite C, Hampden.

Saturday, December 3           9:30 am - 3 pm

Materials fee: $35 paid directly to instructor at the time of the class.

Resin Jewelry - 

In this class you will learn to make pendants, earrings, charms and more. Epoxy jewelry resins are durable, usually clear or translucent resins that come in two parts. When the two parts are mixed together, the epoxy goes from a liquid to a solid. You may add, pictures, sand, glitter, mica, and more. Materials will be provided, but if you have small, interesting pictures or items you would like to add to your project, please bring them. Monday, December 5                 6 – 8 pm

Materials fee: $10 paid directly to instructor at the time of the class. Cash or check only.

Make Your Own Chapstick - Hampden Academy Devon Kane Join this class to learn how to make chapstick infused with your favorite essential oil. These make great gifts, or can be used personally! Use the essential oils provided, or mix and match/ bring your own.

Wednesday, December 7               6 - 8 pm

Materials Fee: $10 paid directly to instructor at the time of the class. Cash or check only.

This one night paint and sip style class is intended for people who want a fun and creative evening. The instructor is fun and easy to follow as she teaches you through creating your own painting. Join alone or invite a friend, this is a perfect environment to flex your artistic muscles and have fun! This will be an acrylic painting of a snowman with a top hat and broom. Feel free to improvise and choose your own colors while the teacher explains the method! So grab your coffee and your brushes and settle in for a fun class!

There is a $15 materials fee for ths class, payable to the instructor at the time of the class (cash or check only) 

Bath Bombs - 

Join us to learn how to make bath bombs! Homemade bath bombs are free of artificial chemicals and fun to make! They make excellent gifts, but can also be personalized for your own use. During this class you will leave with bath bombs that you made, as well as information to make them again on your own. This is a fun class to attend with a friend!

Wednesday, December 14         6 - 8 pm

Materials Fee: $10 paid directly to instructor at the time of the class. Cash or check only.

Intermediate/Advanced Watercolor Nature Painting - Hampden Academy In this watercolor class, Obrianna shows you how to experiment with watercolor, ink, and other water media of your choice to create four watercolor pieces inspired by the natural world. Discover the techniques she incorporates into her work to expand your creativity and find your own unique way to represent nature.Some watercolor experience needed. This is a 4-session class. Students provide their own materials. A materials list will be provided.

Tuesdays, January 3 – January 24                 6 - 8 pm

Intermediate/Advanced Watercolor OK

4 week class

Welcome to the wonderful world of color! If you are interested in learning about basic color theory for the first time, or maybe want to refine your knowledge, this is the class for you! The fun and fast paced class will keep you learning and challenged, while having fun. We will cover basic techniques such as color harmony, contrast, color values and light's relationship with color. Each week we will learn something new, and you will have a fun assignment to apply what you have learned! It will not be just color study, but we will apply your knowledge to actual paintings done in class and as homework. Dive in and learn how to create beautiful artwork all your own! Students provide their own materials. A list will be provided.

Instructor: Obrianna Cornelius

Date: Wednesdays, January 4 - 25, 2023  6:30-8pm Date Change

Cost: $45

Primitive Rug Hooking - The Keeping Room Toni Philbrick Learn the craft of old fashioned rug hooking. Previous rug hookers may bring their own projects or purchase one from instructor. Beginners will purchase a kit for a chair pad. You will learn basic techniques and how to finish your mat. Hooks and frames may also be purchased from instructor. Bring a lunch or order out. Class limited to 8. The Keeping Room is located at 56 Main Rd N Suite C, Hampden.

Saturday, January 7 and 28        9:30 am - 3 pm 

Materials fee for beginners: $35 paid directly to instructor at the time of the class.