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UPCOMING EVENTS at GrayMist

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!

1 inch basket pendant
1 inch basket pendant
[Expired] 1 inch Round Basket Pendant Workshop with Etsuko Yashiro

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.

Register Here

Flat Pendant Workshop
Flat Pendant Workshop
[Expired] Flat Pendant Workshop with Etsuko Yashiro

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.

Graymist is Looking to Hire a Full Time Manager

Graymist is looking for a highly organized “people person” retail store manager, to oversee the daily operations of our store. This is a great opportunity to grow your skills as we continue to grow our business into a destination shop and active community member.
email resume to kenny@graymist.com

[Expired] Round Bangle Workshop: April 2021

If you have ever wanted to take a class with us but find that making a Nantucket basket intimidating, please come join us for a class making a Nantucket Round Bangle which can be finished in a 2-hour class. 

(Bracelet shown in photo is a sample only)
Tuesday, April 20, 9-11am
Class fee: $35
Material fee: $12

Register Online

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