14 years and older welcome.
We highly recommend that students bring their own towel and apron.
To meet the Washington Safe Start COVID-19 protocols we can only permit 5 students and one to two instructors in the studio at one time. UNFORTUNATELY WE CANNOT ALLOW DROP-INS DURING THIS TIME - PLEASE PLAN AHEAD.
Please visit our website for a detailed description of the precautions we are taking during the COVID-19 pandemic and for the requirements for all who visit the school.
Fee: $108.00
Instructor: Lys Opp-Beckman
Capacity Remaining: 2
Schedule Details: Sunday June 20 and 27, 6-8:30 PM
Dates: 6/20/2021 - 6/27/2021
Times: 6:00 PM - 8:30 PM
Sessions: 2
Days: Su
Building: Arbutus Folk School
Room: Ceramic Studio
All materials and tools will be provided, but students are welcomed to bring their own hand tools, including block plane, chisels, marking tools.
Ages 16 and older welcome!
ENTER FROM THE ALLEY WAY
To meet the Washington Safe Start COVID-19 protocols we can only permit 5 students and one instructor. All participants are required to wear a mask inside the facility. WE CANNOT ALLOW DROP-INS DURING THIS TIME - PLEASE PLAN AHEAD.
Fee: $210.00
Instructor: Francis Fong
Capacity Remaining: 5
Schedule Details: June 22, 23, 24, 29, and 30 from 6-9 PM
Dates: 6/22/2021 - 6/30/2021
Times: 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Sessions: 5
Days: Tu W Th
Building: Arbutus Folk School
Room: Woodshop
In this fun 3-part class series students will:
Learn to safely use the needle felting tools.
Understand the science behind needle felting, and how the needles sculpt the fiber.
Be able to construct, and personalize, a complete 3-D sculpture of a sheep.
Students do not need to have prior experience with felting, this is an entry level project.
All felting supplies will be provided to students, with take-home tools to continue needle-felting on your own! Please plan to arrive 10 minutes before the class is scheduled to begin to check your student in.
Fee: $106.00
Instructor: Amanda Hanson
Capacity Remaining: 5
Schedule Details: Thursday afternoons, 3-4:30
Dates: 5/27/2021 - 6/10/2021
Times: 3:00 PM - 4:30 PM
Sessions: 3
Days: Th
Building: Arbutus Folk School
Room: Front Classroom
Please click the "Add to Waitlist" button below.
The introduction to blacksmithing course is a six-hour course designed to expose students to basic blacksmithing techniques. Students will begin the day by making nails - nails are a great exercise as they require several different forging techniques: drawing a taper, using a hot cut hardy, and upsetting. In making the nails students will also gain confidence in swinging a hammer, hitting accurately and with vigor, managing hot steel in the forge and comfortably working at the anvil. The second exercise will be to make decorative leaves. Leaves are a great next step as they use several of the techniques learned in making the nails plus a few new techniques are introduced, such as the use of a chisel on hot steel, spreading metal to make the lobes of the leaf and sinking the leaf form into a stump. The piece of steel with a leaf on one end can then become many different things, a simple hook, a fire poker, a BBQ fork, or whatever else the student comes up with. The last portion of the day is set aside to simply practice skills learned. Students can make a bottle opener, coat hook, more nails, more leaves, etc. The primary goals of the class are for students to have a fun time in a relaxed environment and learn basic blacksmithing skills.
Students must be 15 years of age or older. Durable, close-toed shoes, and long pants required.
COVID-19 protocols are in place - all participants must wear a mask and maintain proper social distancing. Only 4 students per class are allowed to allow for social distancing and to avoid tool sharing.
Blacksmithing classes are located at Kelly Rigg's studio at 6305 Rich Rd. SE, Unit C, Olympia, WA. Directions: Yelm Highway to Rich Rd SE, 3/4 Mile (or so) on right hand side to "Arts Park" main entrance. Look for the "Studio 23" sign above the studio entrance.
Fee: $180.00
Instructor: Kelly Rigg
Capacity Remaining: 0
Dates: 5/22/2021 - 5/22/2021
Times: 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Sessions: 1
Days: Sa
Building: Blacksmith Studio
Room:
Saturday, 10-4
14 years and older welcome. Registration closes 3 days before start of class.
We highly recommend that students bring their own towel and apron.
To meet the Washington Safe Start COVID-19 protocols we can only permit 5 students and one to two instructors in the studio at one time. UNFORTUNATELY WE CANNOT ALLOW DROP-INS DURING THIS TIME - PLEASE PLAN AHEAD.
Please visit our website for a detailed description of the precautions we are taking during the COVID-19 pandemic and for the requirements for all who visit the school.
Fee: $112.00
Instructor: Lys Opp-Beckman
Capacity Remaining: 5
Schedule Details: Sunday eves, June 6 & 13, 6-8:30 PM
Dates: 6/6/2021 - 6/13/2021
Times: 6:00 PM - 8:30 PM
Sessions: 2
Days: Su
Building: Arbutus Folk School
Room: Ceramic Studio
Workshop 1: 10-11 AM
BEFORE REGISTERING PLEASE NOTE THE FOLLOWING:
WORKSHOP 1: 10-11 AM AGES 6-12 (GUARDIAN REQUIRED)
WORKSHOP 2: 11:30 AM - 12:30 PM, AGES 6-12 (GUARDIAN REQUIRED)
WORKSHOP 3: 1:30-2:30 PM, ADULTS (13+)
WORKSHOP 4: 3-4 PM, ADULTS (13+)
WORKSHOP 5: 4:30-5:30 PM, ADULTS (13+)
For children's workshop sessions, please plan for an adult guardian to attend with your child. If you would like to decorate one egg together, make just one registration for both guardian and child. If you would each like to decorate your own egg, please register both guardian and child.
Pysanky are Ukrainian Easter Eggs, decorated using beeswax and dyes that are applied in layers. Ukrainian Easter Egg Decorating has been handed down through generations of the Ukrainian people. They are famous the world over for their colorful Easter Eggs (Pysanky). Over 2000 years ago, before the time of Christ, people decorated eggs believing that great powers were embodied in the egg. Eggs symbolized the release of the earth from the shackles of winter and the coming of spring with its promise of new hope, new life and prosperity. With the advent of Christianity, Easter eggs symbolize the Resurrection and a promise of eternal life. Legend has it that as long as pysanky are decorated, goodness will prevail over evil throughout the world.
This folk & traditional arts workshop is supported with funding from Northwest Heritage Resources, a Washington state cultural non-profit organization.
Fee: $27.00
Instructor: Daniela Mahoney
Capacity Remaining: 2
Schedule Details: Workshop 1: 10 -11 AM, ages 6-12 (guardian required)
Dates: 5/22/2021 - 5/22/2021
Times: 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Sessions: 1
Days: Sa
Building: Arbutus Folk School
Room: Woodshop
Workshop 2: 11:30 AM - 12:30 PM
BEFORE REGISTERING PLEASE NOTE THE FOLLOWING:
WORKSHOP 1: 10-11 AM AGES 6-12 (GUARDIAN REQUIRED)
WORKSHOP 2: 11:30 AM - 12:30 PM, AGES 6-12 (GUARDIAN REQUIRED)
WORKSHOP 3: 1:30-2:30 PM, ADULTS (13+)
WORKSHOP 4: 3-4 PM, ADULTS (13+)
WORKSHOP 5: 4:30-5:30 PM, ADULTS (13+)
For children's workshop sessions, please plan for an adult guardian to attend with your child. If you would like to decorate one egg together, make just one registration for both guardian and child. If you would each like to decorate your own egg, please register both guardian and child.
Pysanky are Ukrainian Easter Eggs, decorated using beeswax and dyes that are applied in layers. Ukrainian Easter Egg Decorating has been handed down through generations of the Ukrainian people. They are famous the world over for their colorful Easter Eggs (Pysanky). Over 2000 years ago, before the time of Christ, people decorated eggs believing that great powers were embodied in the egg. Eggs symbolized the release of the earth from the shackles of winter and the coming of spring with its promise of new hope, new life and prosperity. With the advent of Christianity, Easter eggs symbolize the Resurrection and a promise of eternal life. Legend has it that as long as pysanky are decorated, goodness will prevail over evil throughout the world.
This folk & traditional arts workshop is supported with funding from Northwest Heritage Resources, a Washington state cultural non-profit organization.
Fee: $27.00
Instructor: Daniela Mahoney
Capacity Remaining: 4
Schedule Details: Workshop 2: 11:30 -12:30 AM, ages 6-12 (guardian required)
Dates: 5/22/2021 - 5/22/2021
Times: 11:30 AM - 12:30 PM
Sessions: 1
Days: Sa
Building: Arbutus Folk School
Room: Woodshop
Workshop 3: 1:30 PM - 2:30 PM; Ages 13 +
BEFORE REGISTERING PLEASE NOTE THE FOLLOWING:
WORKSHOP 1: 10-11 AM AGES 6-12 (GUARDIAN REQUIRED)
WORKSHOP 2: 11:30 AM - 12:30 PM, AGES 6-12 (GUARDIAN REQUIRED)
WORKSHOP 3: 1:30-2:30 PM, ADULTS (13+)
WORKSHOP 4: 3-4 PM, ADULTS (13+)
WORKSHOP 5: 4:30-5:30 PM, ADULTS (13+)
For children's workshop sessions, please plan for an adult guardian to attend with your child. If you would like to decorate one egg together, make just one registration for both guardian and child. If you would each like to decorate your own egg, please register both guardian and child.
Pysanky are Ukrainian Easter Eggs, decorated using beeswax and dyes that are applied in layers. Ukrainian Easter Egg Decorating has been handed down through generations of the Ukrainian people. They are famous the world over for their colorful Easter Eggs (Pysanky). Over 2000 years ago, before the time of Christ, people decorated eggs believing that great powers were embodied in the egg. Eggs symbolized the release of the earth from the shackles of winter and the coming of spring with its promise of new hope, new life and prosperity. With the advent of Christianity, Easter eggs symbolize the Resurrection and a promise of eternal life. Legend has it that as long as pysanky are decorated, goodness will prevail over evil throughout the world.
This folk & traditional arts workshop is supported with funding from Northwest Heritage Resources, a Washington state cultural non-profit organization.
Fee: $27.00
Instructor: Daniela Mahoney
Capacity Remaining: 1
Schedule Details: Workshop 3: 1:30 -2:30 PM, ages 13 +
Dates: 5/22/2021 - 5/22/2021
Times: 1:30 PM - 2:30 PM
Sessions: 1
Days: Sa
Building: Arbutus Folk School
Room: Woodshop
Please click the "Add to Waitlist" button below.
BEFORE REGISTERING PLEASE NOTE THE FOLLOWING:
WORKSHOP 1: 10-11 AM AGES 6-12 (GUARDIAN REQUIRED)
WORKSHOP 2: 11:30 AM - 12:30 PM, AGES 6-12 (GUARDIAN REQUIRED)
WORKSHOP 3: 1:30-2:30 PM, ADULTS (13+)
WORKSHOP 4: 3-4 PM, ADULTS (13+)
WORKSHOP 5: 4:30-5:30 PM, ADULTS (13+)
For children's workshop sessions, please plan for an adult guardian to attend with your child. If you would like to decorate one egg together, make just one registration for both guardian and child. If you would each like to decorate your own egg, please register both guardian and child.
Pysanky are Ukrainian Easter Eggs, decorated using beeswax and dyes that are applied in layers. Ukrainian Easter Egg Decorating has been handed down through generations of the Ukrainian people. They are famous the world over for their colorful Easter Eggs (Pysanky). Over 2000 years ago, before the time of Christ, people decorated eggs believing that great powers were embodied in the egg. Eggs symbolized the release of the earth from the shackles of winter and the coming of spring with its promise of new hope, new life and prosperity. With the advent of Christianity, Easter eggs symbolize the Resurrection and a promise of eternal life. Legend has it that as long as pysanky are decorated, goodness will prevail over evil throughout the world.
This folk & traditional arts workshop is supported with funding from Northwest Heritage Resources, a Washington state cultural non-profit organization.
Fee: $27.00
Instructor: Daniela Mahoney
Capacity Remaining: 0
Dates: 5/22/2021 - 5/22/2021
Times: 3:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Sessions: 1
Days: Sa
Building: Arbutus Folk School
Room: Woodshop
Workshop 4: 3:00 PM - 4:00 PM; Ages 13 +
Workshop 4: 3 - 4 PM, ages 13 and up
Workshop 5: 4:30-5:30 PM
BEFORE REGISTERING PLEASE NOTE THE FOLLOWING:
WORKSHOP 1: 10-11 AM AGES 6-12 (GUARDIAN REQUIRED)
WORKSHOP 2: 11:30 AM - 12:30 PM, AGES 6-12 (GUARDIAN REQUIRED)
WORKSHOP 3: 1:30-2:30 PM, ADULTS (13+)
WORKSHOP 4: 3-4 PM, ADULTS (13+)
WORKSHOP 5: 4:30-5:30 PM, ADULTS (13+)
For children's workshop sessions, please plan for an adult guardian to attend with your child. If you would like to decorate one egg together, make just one registration for both guardian and child. If you would each like to decorate your own egg, please register both guardian and child.
Pysanky are Ukrainian Easter Eggs, decorated using beeswax and dyes that are applied in layers. Ukrainian Easter Egg Decorating has been handed down through generations of the Ukrainian people. They are famous the world over for their colorful Easter Eggs (Pysanky). Over 2000 years ago, before the time of Christ, people decorated eggs believing that great powers were embodied in the egg. Eggs symbolized the release of the earth from the shackles of winter and the coming of spring with its promise of new hope, new life and prosperity. With the advent of Christianity, Easter eggs symbolize the Resurrection and a promise of eternal life. Legend has it that as long as pysanky are decorated, goodness will prevail over evil throughout the world.
This folk & traditional arts workshop is supported with funding from Northwest Heritage Resources, a Washington state cultural non-profit organization.
Fee: $27.00
Instructor: Daniela Mahoney
Capacity Remaining: 6
Schedule Details: Workshop 5: 4:30 - 5:30 PM
Dates: 5/22/2021 - 5/22/2021
Times: 4:30 PM - 5:30 PM
Sessions: 1
Days: Sa
Building: Arbutus Folk School
Room: Woodshop
13 years and up are welcome!
This class is for students who have taken a beginning rigid heddle class. You must have knowledge of direct warping and balanced weave and hem stitching. We will use two pick-up sticks to create the table runner in
Ewe & I in Chehalis is offering a 10% discount when it’s mentioned the purchase is for an Arbutus class.
The preferred fiber for the table runner is 8/4 cotton which Ewe & I carries or a sport weight or light DK weight yarn in 100% cotton. If you use wool or acrylic, you will not achieve the finish intended though it Students will provide:
* Yarn - see details above
To meet the Washington Safe Start COVID-19 protocols we can only permit 5 students and one to two instructors in the studio at one time. All individuals are required to wear a mask at all times and to submit a health verification form before each class meeting. By registering for this class, you agree to follow our health and safety precautions in place to prevent the spread of COVID-19.
Please visit our website for a detailed description of the precautions we are taking during the COVID-19 pandemic and for the requirements for all who visit the school.
Fee: $168.00
Instructor: Joan Hoffmeyer
Capacity Remaining: 3
Schedule Details: Friday and Saturday 10 am to 4 pm both days
Dates: 5/14/2021 - 5/15/2021
Times: 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Sessions: 2
Days: F Sa
Building: Arbutus Folk School
Room: Woodshop
Please click the "Add to Waitlist" button below.
Ages 14 and up welcome!
In this beginner wheel throwing class we will cover the basics of centering on the wheel! We will focus on throwing bowls and cylindrical forms. I will go over trimming your pottery and attaching handles or adornments. There will be demonstration on various surface techniques throughout the process of finishing your pieces, such as adding texture when the clay is wet to layering glazes once the piece has gone through its first firing. Working with clay is the medium in which I use to balance my body and soul and I hope to share that sentiment with you in this 6-week course.
We highly recommend that students bring their own towel and apron.
Fee: $280.00
Instructor: Eowyn Smith
Capacity Remaining: -1
Dates: 5/8/2021 - 6/12/2021
Times: 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Sessions: 6
Days: Sa
Building: Arbutus Folk School
Room: Ceramic Studio
Sat. afternoons, May 8 - June 12, 1-4 PM
Please click the "Add to Waitlist" button below.
This class is appropriate for students with all levels of experience, who possess an interest in wheel thrown pottery. It is a great opportunity for beginners to learn the process by which a soft lump of clay is transformed into a finished ceramic piece. Advanced students will have the chance to expand their understanding of wheel thrown pottery, attempt new techniques, and develop their personal style. In addition to throwing topics, methods of surface treatment like slip decoration and glazing techniques will be explored. A variety of pottery traditions will be addressed and discussed throughout the scope of the class.
14 years and older welcome.
Registration closes 3 days before start of class.
We highly recommend that students bring their own towel and apron.
Course includes one 25-LB bag of clay, bisque, and glaze firing.
To meet the Washington Safe Start COVID-19 protocols we can only permit 5 students and one to two instructors in the studio at one time. UNFORTUNATELY WE CANNOT ALLOW DROP-INS DURING THIS TIME - PLEASE PLAN AHEAD.
Please visit our website for a detailed description of the precautions we are taking during the COVID-19 pandemic and for the requirements for all who visit the school.
Fee: $186.00
Instructor: Alan Perillo
Capacity Remaining: -2
Dates: 5/24/2021 - 6/14/2021
Times: 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Sessions: 4
Days: M
Building: Arbutus Folk School
Room: Ceramic Studio
Monday afternoons, 1-4 PM
AGES 16 AND UP WELCOME!
ENTER FROM THE ALLEY WAY
To meet the Washington Safe Start COVID-19 protocols we can only permit 5 students and one instructor. WE CANNOT ALLOW DROP-INS DURING THIS TIME - PLEASE PLAN AHEAD.
Fee: $89.00
Instructor: Joe Tougas
Capacity Remaining: 3
Schedule Details:
Dates: 5/23/2021 - 5/23/2021
Times: 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Sessions: 1
Days: Su
Building: Arbutus Folk School
Room: Woodshop
REGISTRATION FOR THIS CLASS IS CLOSED.
The introduction to blacksmithing course is a six-hour course designed to expose students to basic blacksmithing techniques. Students will begin the day by making nails - nails are a great exercise as they require several different forging techniques: drawing a taper, using a hot cut hardy, and upsetting. In making the nails students will also gain confidence in swinging a hammer, hitting accurately and with vigor, managing hot steel in the forge and comfortably working at the anvil. The second exercise will be to make decorative leaves. Leaves are a great next step as they use several of the techniques learned in making the nails plus a few new techniques are introduced, such as the use of a chisel on hot steel, spreading metal to make the lobes of the leaf and sinking the leaf form into a stump. The piece of steel with a leaf on one end can then become many different things, a simple hook, a fire poker, a BBQ fork, or whatever else the student comes up with. The last portion of the day is set aside to simply practice skills learned. Students can make a bottle opener, coat hook, more nails, more leaves, etc. The primary goals of the class are for students to have a fun time in a relaxed environment and learn basic blacksmithing skills.
Students must be 15 years of age or older. Durable, close-toed shoes, and long pants required.
COVID-19 protocols are in place - all participants must wear a mask and maintain proper social distancing. Only 4 students per class are allowed to allow for social distancing and to avoid tool sharing.
Blacksmithing classes are located at Kelly Rigg's studio at 6305 Rich Rd. SE, Unit C, Olympia, WA. Directions: Yelm Highway to Rich Rd SE, 3/4 Mile (or so) on right hand side to "Arts Park" main entrance. Look for the "Studio 23" sign above the studio entrance.
Fee: $180.00
Instructor: Kelly Rigg
Capacity Remaining: 0
Dates: 5/8/2021 - 5/8/2021
Times: 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Sessions: 1
Days: Sa
Building: Blacksmith Studio
Room:
Saturday, 10-4
REGISTRATION FOR THIS CLASS IS CLOSED.
Ages 14 and up welcome!
In this beginner wheel throwing class we will cover the basics of centering on the wheel! We will focus on throwing bowls and cylindrical forms. I will go over trimming your pottery and attaching handles or adornments. There will be demonstration on various surface techniques throughout the process of finishing your pieces, such as adding texture when the clay is wet to layering glazes once the piece has gone through its first firing. Working with clay is the medium in which I use to balance my body and soul and I hope to share that sentiment with you in this 6-week course.
We highly recommend that students bring their own towel and apron.
Fee: $280.00
Instructor: Eowyn Smith
Capacity Remaining: -5
Dates: 5/5/2021 - 6/16/2021
Times: 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Sessions: 6
Days: W
Building: Arbutus Folk School
Room: Ceramic Studio
Wed. eves, May 5th,12,19th, June 2, 9, 16th; No class May 26th
REGISTRATION FOR THIS CLASS IS CLOSED.
This class is appropriate for students with all levels of experience, who possess an interest in wheel thrown pottery. It is a great opportunity for beginners to learn the process by which a soft lump of clay is transformed into a finished ceramic piece. Advanced students will have the chance to expand their understanding of wheel thrown pottery, attempt new techniques, and develop their personal style. In addition to throwing topics, methods of surface treatment like slip decoration and glazing techniques will be explored. A variety of pottery traditions will be addressed and discussed throughout the scope of the class.
14 years and older welcome.
Registration closes 3 days before start of class.
We highly recommend that students bring their own towel and apron.
Course includes one 25-LB bag of clay, bisque, and glaze firing.
To meet the Washington Safe Start COVID-19 protocols we can only permit 5 students and one to two instructors in the studio at one time. UNFORTUNATELY WE CANNOT ALLOW DROP-INS DURING THIS TIME - PLEASE PLAN AHEAD.
Please visit our website for a detailed description of the precautions we are taking during the COVID-19 pandemic and for the requirements for all who visit the school.
Fee: $186.00
Instructor: Alan Perillo
Capacity Remaining: -9
Dates: 4/19/2021 - 5/10/2021
Times: 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Sessions: 4
Days: M
Building: Arbutus Folk School
Room: Ceramic Studio
Monday afternoons, 1-4 PM
