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Rooted in the traditions of New England pewter-smithing and American studio craft, Beehive Handmade has been making meaningful, heirloom-quality gifts for family, customers, and friends for the past 25 years.
We're so excited to host a pop-up with Beehive on April 27-28. Mark your calendars!
Kintsugi is the Japanese art of repairing broken pottery. Kintsugi treats breakage as part of the history of an object, and something to highlight, rather than disguise. Our instructor will teach you how to take a broken dish (provided) and bring it new life and beauty!
Max. 5 students (15+ years)
Fee: $150 incl. materials
Tuesday, May 14, 2:00-5:00pm
Tuesday, July 9, 2:00-5:00pm
Tuesday, September 10, 2:00-5:00pm
Tuesday, December 3, 6:00-9:00pm
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Mizuhiki is a Japanese craft with a history spanning over 1300 years. It involves crafting knots using colored cords. In this workshop, you'll be introduced to the Plum knot. If you have a passion for handcrafts or are looking to explore Japanese culture, you'll find both in the tradition of Mizuhiki.
Max. 5 students
$40 (includes materials)
Monday, 4/8, 4:00-5:30pm
Tuesday, 4/9, 1:30pm-3:00pm
Elizabeth, the founder and owner of Steeped In Grace, is a certified clinical herbalist and master gardener based in Lincoln, MA. She creates delicious immune-boosting elixirs, digestive tonics, body oils and herbal teas, all made with organic plants grown in her lush local gardens.
Her small batch elixirs and tonics can be added to salad dressings and cocktails to help to keep hearts healthy, spirits deeply nourished and immunity resilient. The range of customized herbal teas help to reduce stress and restore hormonal balance. And, her body oils and butters work wonders when massaged into the chest and neck.
We'll have samples on hand and more information on all the wonderful benefits and uses of Elizabeth's products at the pop-up, which will be held here on Saturday April 6th, from 11-6 and on Sunday April 7th, from 11-4.
Steeped In Grace pop-up | April 6-7
Mizuhiki Bookmark Workshops | April 8 & 9
Beehive Handmade pop-up | April 27-28
Ko-Kyoto pop-up | May 4-11
Kintsugi Beginner Workshop | May 14
Check back for more updates!
Sunday 27th August, 1.30pm - 4.30pm
Join GrayMist founder & master weaver, Etsuko Yashiro, for this special workshop! Your completed 1 inch basket comes with a jump ring to string onto your favorite chain! No prior weaving experience necessary.
Limited to 4 students (15 years+). Participation in this workshop requires a signed waiver.
Date: Sunday, 27 August 2023
Time: 1.30pm - 4.30pm
Workshop Fee: $250 (incl. all materials ie. regular woods). **There is an added charge if you select an exotic wood.
Sunday August 6, 2023, 10:30 am-12:30pm
$200
Come and join this special workshop with GrayMist founder and master Nantucket Basket maker, Etsuko Yashiro.
Nantucket Island, a historical New England whaling hub, brims with its own cultural heritage and time-honored crafts. This exquisite pendant design draws its inspiration from the revered Nantucket Basket craft, reflecting its time-honored legacy. Made of hard wood and cane, these pendants are meticulously handcrafted, reflecting the artistry and dedication that goes into their creation. A testament to its beauty and craftsmanship, these pendants are highly valued, often priced at $500 or more. With this 2 hour workshop with GrayMist Studio & Shop founder and master Nantucket Basket maker, Etsuko Yashiro, you can learn to make your very own Nantucket Basket style pendant.
No prior weaving experience is necessary
Workshop duration: 2 hours, 10:30am-12:30pm
Workshop fee: $200.00, charged at registration
Materials Fee: $132, charged at class time, provides you with all the materials needed to complete your pendant (please note: this includes pendant only; necklace is not provided)
Limited to 8 students (15 years of age or older)
Instructor: Etsuko Yashiro - Master Nantucket Basket Weaver, four time author and President of the New England Nantucket Basket Association (NENBA).
REGISTER HERE!
Students will need to sign our liability waiver to participate in this workshop.
