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Knotting Techniques: Gemstone Pocket Mala

The Loft 356 Boston Post Road, 2nd floor, Weston, MA, United States

Join us to create a 27-bead Pocket Mala, a variation of the traditional 108 hand-knotted mala used for meditation and prayer. Learn about gemstones and various types of malas. You will learn to hand-knot while making this mala from a...

Wine & Flowers: From Around The World

The Loft 356 Boston Post Road, 2nd floor, Weston, MA, United States

Join us for our new series where we create gorgeous bouquets while sampling the bouquet of fabulous wines.  This month we will focus on wines and vibrant colorful florals from from around the world.  Let your creativity flow and make...

Intro to 3D Printing: 3D Printed Pencil Cup

The Toolshed 356 Boston Post Road, 1st floor, Weston, MA, United States

If you’re curious about 3D printing, this introductory course will give you a crash course. In this certification class, you will learn all the basics to 3D printing and print a pencil cup. Students will need to return at a...

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Drop-In Craft: Leprechaun Trap

The Loft 356 Boston Post Road, 2nd floor, Weston, MA, United States

Let’s celebrate St. Patrick’s Day! Did you know that on the night before Saint Patrick’s Day, leprechauns get up to all sorts of mischief? A leprechaun trap is used to catch them in the act! Set out your trap the...

Printmaking: Gelli Plates

The Toolshed 356 Boston Post Road, 1st floor, Weston, MA, United States

Interested in printmaking? Come explore monoprinting on a gelli or gelatin plate with instructor Kathy Aluia. Monoprinting on gelli plates is so much fun! Create unique and beautiful prints with acrylic paints and a wide variety of paper. Students will...

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Printing a Woodblock on The Press

The Toolshed 356 Boston Post Road, 1st floor, Weston, MA, United States

During this four session series with instructor and artist, Carol Ryan, students will learn how to carve a woodblock and print with it on our printing press. This printmaking process is easy and fun and you'll leave with some beautiful...

$65
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Tech Certifications: 3D Printer, Laser Cutter, Cricut Maker

The Loft and the Toolshed

Tech certifications are available by appointment. Learn the basics of either the 3D printer, laser cutter, or Cricut in a one-hour crash course at the AIC.  Certifications can be held for one or two people. Cost is $25 per person...

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Printing a Woodblock on The Press (Night)

The Toolshed 356 Boston Post Road, 1st floor, Weston, MA, United States

During this four session series with instructor and artist, Carol Ryan, students will learn how to carve a woodblock and print with it on our printing press. This printmaking process is easy and fun and you'll leave with some beautiful...

$65
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Beginners Watercolor Series

The Loft 356 Boston Post Road, 2nd floor, Weston, MA, United States

This class is geared for the complete beginner who has had little or no experience in watercolor. We will explore how much water-to-pigment to use to create tints, glazes and deep dark tones, together with an introduction to color mixing....

$85

Visible Mending for Clothing: Sashiko Workshop

The Loft 356 Boston Post Road, 2nd floor, Weston, MA, United States

Join visible mender, Mariko Sugimori to learn about the history of Sashiko, a technique to reinforce worn fabric and/or repair textiles, and work on some Sashiko samplers. All the materials will be provided, but attendees can also bring in woven...

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Print and Sew: Apron

The Loft and the Toolshed

Join us to make your own custom block-printed apron.  During this short series, you will cut and sew your apron, design, make, and print your apron using your custom blocks and textile ink.  Several fabric colors will be available. You...

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Open Maker Hours

The Loft and the Toolshed

Welcome students, artists, makers, and the craft curious! Open Maker Hours are dedicated to anyone who would like to use either of our studio spaces to work independently on personal projects. You are welcome to use our equipment (3D printers,...