Tag Archive for: Chase Carroll

Bottle Tab Insects
Tuesday, 6:00pm – 8:00pm
October 6 | Ages 9 – 12

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General Class Description

Students will create imaginative bug sculptures using recycled bottle tabs (the pull tabs from soda cans) combined with craft materials like wire, beads, googly eyes, and paint. Each “bug” becomes a unique creature with wings, legs, antennae, and personality. This eco-friendly workshop emphasizes creativity, upcycling, and mixed-media assembly.

What Will Students Learn?

Upcycling and creative reuse of everyday materials.
Basic sculpture-building and 3D design.
How to assemble small parts into a stable structure.
Pattern, symmetry, and character design.
Safe handling of small craft components.

What Will Students Leave With?

Students will leave with 2-4 handmade bottle tab bug sculptures while having a better understanding of recycling and creative reuse.

Deadline to register by: October 2 

Instructor: Chase Carroll

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All Supplies Included.

Ghost Garlands
Friday, 6:00pm – 8:00pm
October 2 | Ages 9 – 12

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General Class Description

Create a charming handmade ghost garland perfect for Halloween decorating. Students will make a series of soft fabric ghosts, then string them together into a festive garland to hang on a mantel, wall, doorway or window. This beginner-friendly crafting project encourages creativity by allowing participants to mix and match fabrics while customizing each ghost’s expression. Perfect for festive fall fun!

What Will Students Learn?

Basic fabric cutting techniques.
How to safely use a needle and thread.
How to stuff and shape fabric into simple 3D figures.
How to assemble multiple pieces into a decorative garland.
Creative design through fabric and facial expression choices.

What Will Students Leave With?

A completed Ghost garland that can be a reusable Halloween and fall decoration displayed year after year.

Deadline to register by: September 28 

Instructor: Chase Carroll

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All Supplies Included.

Cozy Glow Candle Art
Friday, 6:00pm – 8:00pm
November 6 | Ages 10 – 15

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General Class Description

A variety of ages 10+ will discover the art of decorating pillar candles through painting and decorative carving techniques. Students will personalize unscented candles using candle-safe wax paints, carving tools, and optional metallic accents to create beautiful home décor or handmade gifts. This workshop focuses on creativity while teaching techniques that preserve the candle’s ability to be displayed or burned safely when decorated correctly.

What Will Students Learn?

Basic candle decorating techniques.
Safe candle carving methods.
How to paint on wax using candle-safe materials.
Design planning, pattern transfer, and composition.
Proper candle care and safety after decorating.

What Will Students Leave With?

Students will decorate at least one decorated pillar candle while gaining knowledge of candle painting and carving techniques. A relaxing process suitable for focus and self.

Deadline to register by: November 2 

Instructor: Chase Carroll

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All Supplies Included.

Pinecone Luna Moth
Tuesday, 6:00pm – 8:00pm
November 3 | Ages 9 – 12

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General Class Description

Transform ordinary pinecones into whimsical woodland moths using colorful paper wings, hand-drawn details and simple craft supplies. Inspired by the beautiful moths found in nature during the fall season, students will design unique wing patterns and assemble a charming decoration that can be displayed in seasonal centerpieces, wreaths, or nature-themed décor.

What Will Students Learn?

Symmetry and wing pattern design inspired by real moth species.
How to work with durable craft materials (felt and EVA foam).
Safe hot glue assembly techniques for layered 3D structure.
Surface decoration using paint pens and acrylic detailing.
Basic principles of sculpture-style craft building (layering + structure).

What Will Students Leave With?

Once completed, students will have a finished Pinecone Moth sculpture. They will gain experience working with mixed-media craft materials, leaving with a more advanced understanding of craft construction.

Deadline to register by: October 30 

Instructor: Chase Carroll

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All Supplies Included.

Youth Mosaic Tiles/Vases
Tuesday, 6:00pm – 8:00pm
October 27 | Ages 9 – 12

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General Class Description

Students create vibrant mosaic artwork using colored glass tiles arranged into patterns or images on a base surface. Once designed and glued down, the piece is finished with grout to lock everything in place for a professional mosaic. This project introduces traditional mosaic techniques in a safe, beginner-friendly studio format while still producing a durable, display-quality finished piece.

What Will Students Learn?

Principles of mosaic design (pattern, balance, and spacing).
How to safely handle and arrange small glass pieces.
Basic surface adhesion techniques using mosaic glue.
Grouting and finishing methods used in traditional tile art.
Color theory and composition using mixed materials.

What Will Students Leave With?

Students will create a finished mosaic tile artwork (coaster, trivet, or small wall piece) or a mosaic vase. A sealed, durable art piece suitable for home display that comes with the experience with multi-step, mixed-media explorations.

Deadline to register by: October 23 

Instructor: Chase Carroll

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All Supplies Included.

Embossed Foil Art
Tuesday, 6:00pm – 8:00pm
October 20 | Ages 9 – 12

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General Class Description

Students will create elegant, embossed designs using heavy foil sheets and simple embossing techniques. By pressing designs into the foil with embossing tools, they will create raised textures and patterns before adding color.

What Will Students Learn?

The basics of embossing techniques.
How to create raised and recessed designs.
Pattern-making and texture creation.
Safe use of embossing tools.

What Will Students Leave With?

Students will leave with 1-3 embossed designs as they build an understanding of basic embossing techniques, also taking home a durable handmade bookmark that can be used or gifted.

Deadline to register by: October 16 

Instructor: Chase Carroll

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All Supplies Included.

Beaded Corn/Maize for Fall
Friday, 6:30pm – 8:30pm
October 16 | Ages 9 – 12

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General Class Description

Celebrate the fall season by creating colorful beaded corn decorations using pipe cleaners and pony beads. Students will thread beads onto pipe cleaners to resemble ears of Indian corn, then twist the ends to create realistic husks. This simple craft is great for practicing fine motor skills while making a festive autumn decoration.

What Will Students Learn?

Fine motor skills through bead threading.
Pattern-making and color coordination.
Basic shaping techniques using pipe cleaners.
How to create a seasonal decoration from simple craft materials.

What Will Students Leave With?

Students will leave with 2-3 completed handmade, beaded corn decorations that can be displayed with festive arrangements or used as an ornament.

Deadline to register by: October 12 

Instructor: Chase Carroll

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All Supplies Included.

Collaged Mini Magnets
Tuesday, 6:00pm – 8:00pm
October 13 | Ages 9 – 12

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General Class Description

Design a set of personalized mini refrigerator magnets using wooden Polaroid-style frames and collage techniques. Students will decorate each frame with patterned paper, magazine clippings, washi tape, stickers, pressed flowers, and other embellishments to create miniature works of art. These charming magnets can hold notes, display small photos, or simply brighten any magnetic surface with handmade creativity.

What Will Students Learn?

Basic collage and mixed-media art techniques.
Composition, layering, and color coordination.
How to use decoupage medium to create a durable finish.
Creative storytelling through miniature artwork.
Proper assembly of functional refrigerator magnets.

What Will Students Leave With?

Students will create a set of 1-2 handmade Polaroid-style refrigerator magnets while gaining experience working with mixed-media collage techniques. Their work becomes functional home decor that can also be given as thoughtful handmade gifts.

Deadline to register by: October 9 

Instructor: Chase Carroll

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All Supplies Included.

Shrinky Dink Keychains
Tuesday, 6:00pm – 8:00pm
September 29 | Ages 9 – 12

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General Class Description

Students design custom keychains using shrink plastic sheets (“Shrink Dinks”). You will draw original artwork, color it, cut it out, then heat it so the plastic shrinks into a thick, durable charm. Once cooled, each piece is turned into a keychain using jump rings and key rings. This is a fast-paced, highly customizable craft that produces professional-looking results.

What Will Students Learn?

How shrink plastic works through heat transformation.
Basic illustration and design scaling (drawing larger before shrinking).
Coloring techniques using markers or colored pencils on plastic.
Safe handling of heat tools (oven or heat gun with supervision).
Jewelry assembly using jump rings and keychains.

What Will Students Leave With?

Students will leave with finished shrink plastic keychains using their own custom designs. They will be wearable or gift-able accessories while leaving with an understanding of how materials change with heat as well as basic jewelry-making skills.

Deadline to register by: September 25 

Instructor: Chase Carroll

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All Supplies Included.