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Arts & Crafts

Bouquet Illustration with Watercolor and Ink

$100

with Claire Loon Baldwin

Calendar Next available session starts Dec 5, 2026 at 10 am, runs for 1 week

Capture your own bouquet with watercolor and ink! This all-levels class will explore techniques for illustrative ink drawing with ‘dip pens’, and layering and mixing vibrant and organic hues with watercolor. Students will leave with their own unique composition of a bouquet, with matting and packaging provided for easy gifting. Students should bring a bouquet or reference imagery. Students can either buy themselves the required materials or they can buy material kits from the Mix, an art store in Brunswick.

Professional Artist Grade Kit

Student Grade Kit

Window Star Workshop

$30

with Asia Cole

Calendar Next available session starts Dec 5, 2026 at 10 am, runs for 1 week

Welcome in the holiday season with colorful window stars. Made from folded kite paper, these magical decorations are perfect to illuminate your home or give away as gifts. All students will receive their own kite paper booklet so they can continue making stars at home. A $20 materials fee, payable to the instructor, is due the day of class.

Holiday Bows & Tags

$25

with Dawn Stevens

Calendar Next available session starts Dec 7, 2026 at 5:30 pm, runs for 1 week

Come join me while I teach you to make beautiful bows perfect for decorating presents or a wreath! A selection of wired ribbon will be available for each person to leave with two completed bows. Feel free to bring your own wired ribbon if you would like to make more! We will also use rubber stamps and dies to hand make gift tags with many options to explore your creative side! Pre-made kits will be provided. Please bring your scissors, a glue stick, and your preferred coloring medium (markers, pencils, etc).

Watercolor Studio: Foundations for Beginners (Level 1)

$65

with Catherine Scanlon

Calendar Next available session starts Dec 11, 2026 at 10 am, runs for 1 week

Discover the joy of watercolor in this welcoming three-week series designed for true beginners. Learn essential skills like brush control, color mixing, layering, and simple composition through guided practice and relaxed, supportive instruction. Each class builds confidence while allowing space to experiment and play. Leave with finished pieces and the skills to keep painting on your own. Meets 5–7:30pm for three weeks. $25 materials fee; all supplies provided.

Candle Making (Pour)

$55

with Shannan Heacock

Calendar Next available session starts Dec 11, 2026 at 6 pm, runs for 1 week

Create your own custom candle in this hands-on workshop. Learn the basics of scent blending, choose from a curated selection of fragrances, and pour your own candle from start to finish. Enjoy a fun, relaxed experience and leave with a beautifully crafted candle that’s uniquely yours. What’s Included: All materials and supplies (vessels, fragrance oils, tools, etc.), guided step-by-step instruction, and a unique and memorable experience for participants. Led by Shannan Heacock of Northista Scent Bar in Saco.

Holiday Edition Scents Available: 

Peppermint Patty, Gingerbread, Arctic Winter, Winter Wonderland, Vanilla Bean Noel, Jack Frost, Woodland Snow, Balsam Fir, Fraser Fir, Vanilla Cinnamon, Mistletoe, Smell of Christmas, Evergreen & Apple, Nordic Night, Cranberry Woods

Watercolor + Mixed Media Foundations

$35

with Catherine Scanlon

Calendar Next available session starts Dec 15, 2026 at 3:30 pm, runs for 1 week

Keep the creativity flowing with Catherine in this laid-back, paint-night–style watercolor workshop! Each session brings a fresh mix of color experiments, playful techniques, and mixed media magic — think watercolor with a twist of ink, pencil, or other fun materials. You’ll start with a quick color-mixing sheet to get those creative juices going, then dive into a new technique designed to expand your skills and spark inspiration. It’s all about relaxing, learning something new, and enjoying the creative process together! All materials included — just show up ready to paint and play! *There is a $20 materials fee due to the instructor on the first night of class. The materials fee covers everything you’ll need.

Chinese Toys & Snacks Experience

$50

with Shufang Liao

Calendar Next available session starts Dec 15, 2026 at 4:30 pm, runs for 1 week

Curious about traditional Chinese toys and snacks? Join this hands-on class to explore the playful and tasty side of Chinese culture! Students will play with classic toys, learn how they work, and enjoy a variety of authentic Chinese snacks. By the end of the session, students will take home fun memories, a deeper understanding of Chinese traditions, and maybe even a new favorite treat! *A $15 materials fee must be paid to the instructor on the day of the workshop.

Jewelry Making Basics: Gemstone and Sterling Silver Earrings

$115

with Courtney Hutchings

Calendar Next available session starts Dec 17, 2026 at 5 pm, runs for 1 week
1 additional session on Jan 21, 2027

Create a unique pair of sterling silver gemstone earrings in this beginner-friendly workshop. Choose from a selection of gemstone beads while learning basic jewelry-making techniques, including wire wrapping and assembly. All materials are provided. Leave with a beautiful handmade pair of earrings and the skills to continue creating on your own.





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