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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-2/2026-07-01/
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:GRAND LAKE GOURD PATCH
DESCRIPTION:Gourd Birdhouses\nGRAND LAKE GOURD PATCH\n(GOURD CLUB)\nDates: Every Wednesday in 2024 (4pm-7pm)\nCost: $25 per year (this is the membership payment which includes paints\, wood carving and burning tools. Gourds are available for purchase through Linda Troute\, or you can bring your own).\nLevel: Intermediate\nLocation: 315 Pitkin Dr\, Grand Lake\, CO 80447 \n*Note: initial gourd class is required to join the Gourd Patch (Club). \nAre you passionate about gourding and looking to deepen your craft while connecting with fellow enthusiasts? The Rocky Mountain Folk School’s Gourd Patch (Club) Membership is the perfect opportunity for you. For just $25 per year\, membership grants you access to a vibrant community of gourders who meet every Tuesday from 4pm-7pm at the folk school. \nThis informal gathering is more of a hangout than a class\, providing a relaxed environment to work on your gourd projects. The membership fee primarily contributes to stocking up on essential materials such as gourds\, bedazzles\, paints\, wood burning and carving tools\, ensuring you have everything you need for your gourding endeavors. Whether you’re a seasoned gourd artist or just starting\, the Gourd Patch (Club) welcomes you to join in and create beautiful gourd art together. \n*PLEASE NOTE: To become a member of the Gourd Patch (Club)\, you must have taken a gourd class – either in the past or the newly introduced “GourdCraft 101: Your Gateway to the Gourd Patch (Club)” class listed below. \nThe GourdCraft 101 class runs concurrently with the club meetings and serves as a fundamental introduction to gourd art. Led by the experienced gourd instructor Linda\, GourdCraft 101 provides one-on-one guidance\, teaching you the basics of tool usage and gourd design. The class fee includes one gourd\, ensuring you’re equipped with the knowledge and skills to fully enjoy your time in the Gourd Patch (Club). Secure your spot in this exciting community by registering for the GourdCraft 101 class and dive into the world of gourding with the Rocky Mountain Folk School! \nTo register or find out more please go to https://rockymountainfolkschool.org/gourd-club/
URL:https://grandlakecreativedistrict.org/event/gourd-patch-2/2026-07-01/
LOCATION:Rocky Mountain Folk School Building\, 315 Pitkin Ave\, Grand Lake\, CO\, 80447\, United States
CATEGORIES:Rocky Mountain Folk School
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SUMMARY:Pottery Class For Adults - Wednesdays
DESCRIPTION:Cost: $175 (includes all supplies)\nLevel/Age: All experience levels; 18+\nInstructor: Patty Alander\nLocation: RMFS Building – 315 Pitkin Ave\, Grand Lake\, CO \nEnjoy the satisfaction of working with clay – whether you’re a beginner\, experienced or need a refresher from years ago. In this class you can hand-build using the extruder\, slab roller and make pinch pots. You can also learn to use the wheel. It’s an open-ended class where you can make whatever you like – sculpture\, functional pottery\, jewelry\, wall pieces and wherever else your imagination takes you. Clay and tools provided. \n\n\nSIGN UP
URL:https://grandlakecreativedistrict.org/event/pottery-wednesday/2026-07-01/
LOCATION:Rocky Mountain Folk School Building\, 315 Pitkin Ave\, Grand Lake\, CO\, 80447\, United States
CATEGORIES:Rocky Mountain Folk School
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