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SUMMARY:Custom Sandal-Making Workshop
DESCRIPTION:In this full-day\, hands-on workshop\, students will design and build a custom pair of sandals from start to finish. Participants may choose between the Leather 7-Hole sandal or the Polyester Hiker style\, as featured on the Paisley Running Sandals website. Instruction covers proper foot measurement and fit\, cutting and shaping leather or polyester materials\, constructing a supportive footbed\, and assembling a durable\, comfortable sandal. Emphasis is placed on craftsmanship\, material selection\, and creating well-fitting\, wearable footwear. All tools and materials are provided\, and no prior experience is required. The workshop runs for one full day (8 hours). \n\nWhat’s included\n\n\nAll materials to build one custom pair of sandals (leather or polyester\, depending on selected style) \n\n\nUse of all tools and equipment during the workshop \n\n\nFoot measuring\, fitting\, and pattern guidance \n\n\nSupportive footbed materials and assembly components \n\n\nTake-home finished pair of custom sandals \n\n\nOne full day (8 hours) of hands-on instruction \n\n\n\n\nWhat’s not included\n\n\nlunch \n\n\nNon-alcoholic beverages \n\n\nsnacks \n\n\n\n\nHighlights\n\nLearn from master craftsman and educator Matt Paisley\, a fourth-generation woodworker and experienced cobbler with over 15 years of sandal-making practice. Matt brings a hands-on\, confidence-building teaching style shaped by his work at ThunderRidge High School. \nThis workshop blends traditional craftsmanship with modern\, trail-tested design. Matt’s sandals have been worn and refined on the trails of Grand Lake and Rocky Mountain National Park\, with an emphasis on comfort\, durability\, and fit. \nOffered exclusively in June and July\, this limited seasonal workshop is only available during Matt’s summer break\, making it a rare opportunity to learn custom sandal-making at the Rocky Mountain Folk School. \n\n\nREGISTER
URL:https://grandlakecreativedistrict.org/event/sandal-making-2/2026-06-02/
LOCATION:Rocky Mountain Folk School\, 315 Pitkin St\, Grand Lake (Grand County)\, CO\, 80447\, United States
CATEGORIES:Featured Art Workshops,Rocky Mountain Folk School
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SUMMARY:Woodturning 101 Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Wood Turning\nDate: June 5 & 6\, 2026 (8:30am-4:30pm)\nCost: $200 (materials are included)\n• 1 Day option: $100/day\nLevel: All experience levels\nInstructor: Dennis Fanning\nLocation: Grand Spirit Makerspace 1128 Park Ave GRAND LAKE\, CO US 80447 \n\n\n\n\nReady to create something beautiful with your own two hands? Step up to the lathe and explore the ancient\, meditative art of woodturning at the Rocky Mountain Folk School. \nUnder the expert guidance of master woodworker Dennis Fanning—who brings over 30 years of experience—you’ll learn to transform raw wood into one-of-a-kind pieces. \nDay 1 -Spindle work: Learn the fundamentals of spindle turning is about starting with a square piece of stock and turning it round and then adding beads and coves to add interest. Projects include spatulas\, spoons\, juice meddlers\, honey dippers\, mortar and pestle and rolling pins. \nDay 2- Faceplate Work: This day will be about turning hollow form shapes\, like bowls and plates and working across the grain \, developing control over curves and symmetric forms. Learn how to hold and mount wood on the lathe by using faceplates\, screw chucks\, scroll chucks\, and jam chucks. You will be creating both functional and artistic items to take home. \n\n\n\nTo find out more are to register go to https://rockymountainfolkschool.org/classes
URL:https://grandlakecreativedistrict.org/event/woodturning-3/2026-06-05/
LOCATION:Grand Spirit Makerspace\, 1128 Park Ave\, GRAND LAKE\, CO\, 80447\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts and Crafts,Featured Art Workshops,Rocky Mountain Folk School
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SUMMARY:Silversmithing: Hammered Hoop
DESCRIPTION:In this beginner-friendly silversmithing class\, students will learn foundational metalsmithing techniques while creating a pair of hammered hoops. Participants will be guided step-by-step through the process\, from forming\, texturing\, and finishing their unique\, one-of-a-kind pair of earrings. Students may choose from copper\, jeweler’s brass\, or sterling silver. No prior experience is required\, and students will leave with a pair of handcrafted hoops and a solid introduction to essential silversmithing skills they can continue to build upon. \n\n\n\nWhat’s included\n\n*All materials for one pair of hoop earrings (copper\, jeweler’s brass\, or sterling silver) \n\nUse of silversmithing tools and equipment during class\nStep-by-step instruction from an experienced instructor\nTexturing and finishing supplies\nTake-home pair of handcrafted hammered hoop earrings\n\n\n\n\n\nTo Register and see all the classes clicking here 
URL:https://grandlakecreativedistrict.org/event/hammered-hoops/2026-06-05/
LOCATION:Rocky Mountain Folk School Building\, 315 Pitkin Ave\, Grand Lake\, CO\, 80447\, United States
CATEGORIES:Featured Art Workshops,Rocky Mountain Folk School
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SUMMARY:Woodturning 101 Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Wood Turning\nDate: June 5 & 6\, 2026 (8:30am-4:30pm)\nCost: $200 (materials are included)\n• 1 Day option: $100/day\nLevel: All experience levels\nInstructor: Dennis Fanning\nLocation: Grand Spirit Makerspace 1128 Park Ave GRAND LAKE\, CO US 80447 \n\n\n\n\nReady to create something beautiful with your own two hands? Step up to the lathe and explore the ancient\, meditative art of woodturning at the Rocky Mountain Folk School. \nUnder the expert guidance of master woodworker Dennis Fanning—who brings over 30 years of experience—you’ll learn to transform raw wood into one-of-a-kind pieces. \nDay 1 -Spindle work: Learn the fundamentals of spindle turning is about starting with a square piece of stock and turning it round and then adding beads and coves to add interest. Projects include spatulas\, spoons\, juice meddlers\, honey dippers\, mortar and pestle and rolling pins. \nDay 2- Faceplate Work: This day will be about turning hollow form shapes\, like bowls and plates and working across the grain \, developing control over curves and symmetric forms. Learn how to hold and mount wood on the lathe by using faceplates\, screw chucks\, scroll chucks\, and jam chucks. You will be creating both functional and artistic items to take home. \n\n\n\nTo find out more are to register go to https://rockymountainfolkschool.org/classes
URL:https://grandlakecreativedistrict.org/event/woodturning-3/2026-06-06/
LOCATION:Grand Spirit Makerspace\, 1128 Park Ave\, GRAND LAKE\, CO\, 80447\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts and Crafts,Featured Art Workshops,Rocky Mountain Folk School
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