Most classes are held at Dream Maker Creative, an art studio located in north Gig Harbor/Key Peninsula area. Check out directions and studio photos here. However, we do hold classes at breweries, shops, community centers, etc. throughout Kitsap, Pierce, and Mason counties so always check the location.
Advanced payment/registration is required to hold your spot and will close 72 hours before the event (sometimes extended). No drop-ins, unless you've checked with us and confirmed it's okay. For most adult classes, teens aged 12+ are welcome to attend with a parent/guardian. Classes where this is not the case will be noted. Classes that don't meet the minimum number of attendees may be cancelled and refunded.
Learn to finger knit your own chunky pumpkins in this fun, hands-on workshop! We’ll show you how to create soft, squishy textures using just your fingers – no needles needed. You’ll master both knit and purl stitches so you can add ribbing and simple patterns to your creations. By the end of class, you’ll have the skills to make more pumpkins, poufs, pillows, blankets, or whatever else you dream up. What’s included: yarn and stuffing for two finished pumpkins in your choice of cozy Fall and neutral color options. We’ll have some stem options too such as cinnamon sticks and ribbons.
This workshop is open to ages 12+, but those under 16 need to bring an adult participant (not just an observer). Everyone attending must have a pre-paid ticket – no tag-alongs!
Learn the art of baking delicious sourdough bread in this hands-on workshop. Baking bread is both science and craft and you’ll learn the secrets to creating warm, crusty loaves that will impress your friends and family. This workshop will cover creating and nurturing a sourdough starter, tools, ingredients, prep, baking and troubleshooting. During the workshop, we will bake and eat a loaf that’s been prepared the previous day, while starting your own dough to take and bake at home the following day. You’ll go home with a starter kit including a glass jar with our well developed starter, a proofing basket, a razor for scoring, baking parchment, written instructions, plus the dough you made in class.
Please bring the following supplies to class: 1) a large mixing bowl 2) a kitchen towel 3) an apron (optional). We will have spatulas, scales, measuring cups, etc. for class
At home, you will need a dutch oven or roasting pan with lid that can bake to 450 degrees.
Learn beginner resin skills while creating your choice of a bamboo serving board or tray that’s perfect for charcuterie or a pair of 15oz stemless wine glasses. Several styles of boards will be available plus a 14×10 tray. You can create a beautiful ocean-inspired design or create a color scheme and design of your choice. In this hands-on session, we’ll guide you through the step-by-step process of working with epoxy resin, pigments, and various techniques for achieving a mesmerizing aesthetic. As a bonus, you’ll get to practice with two bamboo coasters before moving on to your main project.
All resin projects will need to stay with us to cure and boards/coasters may need a second coat and/or sanding. Projects will be ready for pickup in 5-7 days after class.
This workshop is for ages 16+. Space is limited and pre-registration required. We need to know your project choice ahead of time in order to be setup and ready to go at class time. So please give us a count for the people you are registering for.
Celebrate the season with handmade art in this beginner-friendly linocut printmaking workshop.
In this two evening session, you will learn how to transfer a design, safely carve a linoleum block, apply ink, and create multiple prints from a single carving. Choose from a variety of supplied patterns or create your own design to produce greeting cards, gift tags, and small art prints perfect for gifting, decorating, or framing.
No drawing skills are required as traceable designs will be available. You’ll also gain an understanding of printmaking tools, materials, and techniques, including image transfer, carving methods, inking, and registration.
All materials are included and you’ll go home with your re-usable stamps, plus at least 6 cards or prints.
Celebrate the season with handmade art in this beginner-friendly linocut printmaking workshop.
In this two evening session, you will learn how to transfer a design, safely carve a linoleum block, apply ink, and create multiple prints from a single carving. Choose from a variety of supplied patterns or create your own design to produce greeting cards, gift tags, and small art prints perfect for gifting, decorating, or framing.
No drawing skills are required as traceable designs will be available. You’ll also gain an understanding of printmaking tools, materials, and techniques, including image transfer, carving methods, inking, and registration.
All materials are included and you’ll go home with your re-usable stamps, plus at least 6 cards or prints.
More info coming soon! But we’re reserving this date and time to bring you Kinusaiga (fabric) Art. Class will either be in Port Orchard or Key Peninsula.
