Week of Events
Beginning Leatherworking: Make & Paint Your Own Leather Earrings
Create a one-of-a-kind pair of leather earrings in this fun, beginner-friendly workshop! You’ll learn the basics of working with leather while designing, cutting, assembling, and painting your own wearable creation. Choose from a variety of leather shapes and colors, then personalize your earrings with your own painted designs. Whether you prefer bold colors, simple patterns, […]
Beginning Leatherworking: Make & Paint Your Own Leather Earrings
Create a one-of-a-kind pair of leather earrings in this fun, beginner-friendly workshop! You’ll learn the basics of working with leather while designing, cutting, assembling, and painting your own wearable creation. Choose from a variety of leather shapes and colors, then personalize your earrings with your own painted designs. Whether you prefer bold colors, simple patterns, […]
Sunday, September 27, 2026
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September 27, 2026 -Introduction to Handmade Papermaking
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Featured September 27, 2026 -Featured Leather: Traditional Buckskin Braintanning
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September 27, 2026 -Sunday Pottery Series
Introduction to Handmade Papermaking
In this beginner-friendly papermaking class, students will learn foundational techniques for creating handmade paper. Participants will be guided step-by-step through the process, from preparing pulp to forming sheets. A variety of fibers will be available for students to experiment with. Optional inclusions like dried flowers, fabric, pulp dye, and various materials will be available to […]
Leather: Traditional Buckskin Braintanning
Step into one of the oldest traditional crafts in North America and learn the complete process of creating authentic braintanned buckskin from raw animal hides. In this immersive four-part course, instructor Nolan Morningstar will guide students through every stage of the transformation process using time-honored techniques and hands-on instruction. Over the course of four workshop […]
Sunday Pottery Series
Discover the art of pottery in this five-session guided series designed for beginners and developing ceramic artists. Over the course of five Sundays, participants will explore the ceramic process from shaping clay to creating finished pieces. Because pottery is a multi-step craft that requires drying and kiln firings between sessions, projects are completed over several […]
Monday, September 28, 2026
No events on this day.
Tuesday, September 29, 2026
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September 29, 2026 -Beginning Leatherworking: Rustic Leather Crossbody
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September 29, 2026 -Beginning Leatherworking: Foldover Messenger Bag
Beginning Leatherworking: Rustic Leather Crossbody
Build a handcrafted leather crossbody bag featuring a classic flap closure and exterior pocket. This project introduces students to shaping leather, installing hardware, and constructing a functional bag that is both practical and timeless. Students will gain experience in pattern layout, leather cutting, pocket construction, flap assembly, adjustable strap installation, and finishing techniques while creating […]
Beginning Leatherworking: Foldover Messenger Bag
Create a stylish leather messenger bag featuring a distinctive foldover design and wrap-style closure. In this hands-on workshop, you’ll learn the fundamentals of leather bag construction while creating a durable, functional bag designed for everyday use. Students will learn leather cutting, fold construction, hardware installation, strap attachment, edge finishing, and final assembly. No previous leatherworking […]
Wednesday, September 30, 2026
No events on this day.
Thursday, October 1, 2026
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Featured October 1, 2026 -Featured Faces & Places: Grand Lake 2026
Faces & Places: Grand Lake 2026
The Portrait Society of America presents Faces & Places: Grand Lake 2026, a three-day celebration of art, artists, and the beauty of Grand Lake. From October 1–3, 2026, nine featured […]
Friday, October 2, 2026
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October 2, 2026 -Beginning Leatherworking: Leather Carryall Tote
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October 2, 2026 -Beginning Leatherworking: Rustic Leather Crossbody
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October 2, 2026 -Beginning Leatherworking: Classic Leather Tote
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October 2, 2026 -Beginning Leatherworking: Foldover Messenger Bag
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Featured October 2, 2026 -Featured Faces & Places: Grand Lake 2026
Beginning Leatherworking: Leather Carryall Tote
Construct a spacious leather carryall designed for work, travel, and everyday adventures. This larger project teaches students the complete process of building a structured leather tote with reinforced handles and an exterior pocket while learning techniques that can be applied to future leather projects. Students will learn leather layout, pocket construction, reinforced handle installation, hardware […]
Beginning Leatherworking: Rustic Leather Crossbody
Build a handcrafted leather crossbody bag featuring a classic flap closure and exterior pocket. This project introduces students to shaping leather, installing hardware, and constructing a functional bag that is both practical and timeless. Students will gain experience in pattern layout, leather cutting, pocket construction, flap assembly, adjustable strap installation, and finishing techniques while creating […]
Beginning Leatherworking: Classic Leather Tote
Create a timeless full-grain leather tote designed for everyday use. In this beginner-friendly workshop, you’ll learn the fundamentals of leatherworking while crafting a spacious, durable tote that’s perfect for work, shopping, travel, or everyday adventures. Students will be guided through the process from start to finish, learning essential skills including leather layout and cutting, assembly, […]
Beginning Leatherworking: Foldover Messenger Bag
Create a stylish leather messenger bag featuring a distinctive foldover design and wrap-style closure. In this hands-on workshop, you’ll learn the fundamentals of leather bag construction while creating a durable, functional bag designed for everyday use. Students will learn leather cutting, fold construction, hardware installation, strap attachment, edge finishing, and final assembly. No previous leatherworking […]
Faces & Places: Grand Lake 2026
The Portrait Society of America presents Faces & Places: Grand Lake 2026, a three-day celebration of art, artists, and the beauty of Grand Lake. From October 1–3, 2026, nine featured […]
Saturday, October 3, 2026
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Featured October 3, 2026 -Featured Beginning Leatherworking: Make a Leather Apron
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Featured October 3, 2026 -Featured Custom Sandal-Making Workshop
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Featured October 3, 2026 -Featured Faces & Places: Grand Lake 2026
Beginning Leatherworking: Make a Leather Apron
This hands-on workshop introduces beginners to machine leatherworking as you design and assemble a professional-quality leather apron. Under expert instruction you'll learn safe use of an industrial leather sewing machine, how to measure and cut leather, install rivets and hardware, and finish the apron for shop or garden use. The supportive setting builds confidence with […]
Custom Sandal-Making Workshop
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 […]
Faces & Places: Grand Lake 2026
The Portrait Society of America presents Faces & Places: Grand Lake 2026, a three-day celebration of art, artists, and the beauty of Grand Lake. From October 1–3, 2026, nine featured […]