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 create a handmade hardbound journal with cardboard, cord and beautiful paper. After you assemble the cover, you’ll learn simple bookbinding techniques to attach a stack of thick, unlined paper to the cover using the Coptic binding method. Paper hoarders will love this craft, as your stash will provide a never-ending variety of bookbinding possibilities. You get to raid our paper stash for this class or you may bring 2 sheets of coordinating 12×12 card stock. Finished journals measure 5 inches by 7 inches and will hold up to 60 sheets. These are great as notebooks, sketchbooks and more. We will talk about other binding techniques, tools, etc. though the methods are vast. But you’ll walk away with the skills to get started with this rewarding hobby.
This workshop will be held at Dream Maker Creative on the Key Peninsula and is suitable for ages 12+ (minors must attend with adult). Prepaid ticket required .
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.
Have fun learning to make your own chunky knit pillow! This DIY workshop teaches you the art of creating a cozy, soft and plush weave with just your fingers. This is not arm knitting. Create something special that’ll make your home even more inviting, with yarn that’s perfect for cuddling up in. Class will cover both knit and perl stitches, so you can create ribbing and simple patterns. You’ll leave with foundational skills to make more pillows or move on to blankets. Class fee includes an 18×18 pillow insert, plus 2 skeins of chunky chenile yarn. Choose your colors at checkout.
This workshop is for ages 12+, but under 16’s must attend with an adult. No observers – all participants must have a pre-paid ticket.
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 delicious and crusty loaves. This workshop will cover creating and nurturing a sourdough starter, tools and equipment, ingredients, prep, baking and troubleshooting. We will sample a variety of fresh sourdough loaves to talk about variations in taste and texture. During the workshop, we will mix, prep, and shape dough to take and bake at home the following day.
Your class fee includes a glass jar with sourdough starter, a proofing basket to use and keep, plus written instructions and recipes. Students need to bring 1) a large mixing bowl 2) a kitchen towel 3) an apron (optional). At home, you will need a Dutch oven or roasting pan with lid that can be safely heated to 450 degrees.
Join us for a fun, hands-on workshop where you’ll create your own personalized leather journal. You’ll learn the use of basic leather tools as you customize and decorate your journal and learn to sew in blank pages. We will have extra charms, beads, cord colors and leather scraps to allow you even more personalization of your design.
Your finished journal will be 4×6 and holds 60 pages. It uses real leather in dark-brown and include thick blank paper for the inside pages.
Class will be held at Dream Maker Creative on the Key Peninsula. This workshop is for ages 12 and up, but minors must be accompanied by an adult. Prepaid ticket required.
Explore the beauty of eco-printing in this hands-on class using natural leaves and flowers to create one-of-a-kind textiles. You will be introduced to the materials, methods, and simple science behind botanical dyes while experimenting with pattern and color. Each participant will create a long silk scarf and a large cotton bandana, allowing you to compare how different fibers absorb color. All materials are provided. Please do not bring your own fabrics, as they require special preparation beforehand, and you will learn how to do this for future projects.
This class will be taught by Dream Maker Creative, but ticketed by and held at Olympic College, Shelton campus. It is not eligible for use with Dream Maker gift cards.
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.
Discover the art of linocut printmaking as you learn to design, carve, and print with your own hand-carved stamp. You will create a 4 x 6 inch block (or several smaller ones), then use it to print greeting cards, a tote bag, or a t-shirt brought from home. No drawing skills are required. Traceable motifs are provided, or you may create your own design. You will take home your reusable stamp and the knowledge to continue printing on your own.
This class is ticketed and held through Olympic College, Bremerton. It is not eligible for use with Dream Maker gift cards.
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 delicious and crusty loaves. This workshop will cover creating and nurturing a sourdough starter, tools and equipment, ingredients, prep, baking and troubleshooting. We will sample a variety of fresh sourdough loaves to talk about variations in taste and texture. During the workshop, we will mix, prep, and shape dough to take and bake at home the following day.
Your class fee includes a glass jar with sourdough starter, a proofing basket to use and keep, plus written instructions and recipes. Students need to bring 1) a large mixing bowl 2) a kitchen towel 3) an apron (optional). At home, you will need a Dutch oven or roasting pan with lid that can be safely heated to 450 degrees.
Learn Shibori, a traditional Japanese method of creating fabric patterns through folding, binding, twisting, and clamping.
This workshop focuses on pattern design and resist techniques, while using fiber-reactive dyes for vibrant, lasting color with simple setup. You will experiment with several Shibori methods and dye your own custom textiles. Unlike our past Shibori classes that focused solely on indigo, we will have multiple color options available.
All materials are provided, including four large cotton tea towels. You may also bring one small cotton item to personalize.
This class is held and and ticketed through Olympic College Bremerton, but taught by Dream Maker Creative. As such, this class is not eligible for use with gift cards or discounts.
This class is perfect for bakers who have tried making 100% sourdough bread and want quicker, more flexible ways to use their starter. We will bake a mix of simple, delicious recipes using sourdough discard, including several mini loaves that will be prepped and baked during class. Students who already have a starter should bring it so we can evaluate its health and usability, and anyone without a starter will be provided with one to take home. While discard breads do not always have a strong sour flavor, the starter adds a pleasant tang, extra moisture, and improved digestibility. Throughout the class we will talk about how to maintain your starter, how to adapt recipes for your taste and schedule, and how to confidently bake flavorful everyday breads without the long fermentation process. This class does not cover the full artisan sourdough process – see our other workshops.
Please bring a jar of your starter if you have one.This workshop is for ages 12+, but under 16’s must attend with an adult. No observers – all participants must have a pre-paid ticket.
