Leather Tooling for Beginners
2027-02-01 17:30 - 19:00, 2027-02-07 17:30 - 19:00, 2027-02-08 17:30 - 19:00, 2027-02-14 17:30 - 19:00 UTC | Rocky Mountain Folk School Building, 315 Pitkin Ave, Grand Lake, CO, 80447, United States
Date: CALL 9705311395 TO REQUEST DATE
Cost: $115 (materials are included)
Level: All experience levels
Instructor: Isaac Baugher
Location: Grand Lake Center: 301 Marina Dr, Grand Lake, CO 80447
Discover the art of leather tooling with Isaac Baugher in this engaging and hands-on class designed for beginners!
Leather tooling is a creative skill that allows you to customize and decorate leather projects with unique designs. In this one-and-a-half-hour session, you’ll dive into the basics of using leatherworking tools and techniques to get you started on your tooling journey.
Under Isaac’s guidance, you’ll learn to work with essential tools like the swivel knife, bevelers, and shaders while exploring foundational techniques that apply to all styles of leather tooling. Whether you’re brand new to leatherworking or looking to brush up on the basics, this class is perfect for all skill levels.
Tools will be provided during the class, but if you have your own, feel free to bring them along! Come ready to learn, create, and be inspired.
Folk School Site: REGISTER

Kids Leather Tooling & Bracelet Class
2027-02-01 17:30 - 19:00, 2027-02-07 17:30 - 19:00, 2027-02-08 17:30 - 19:00, 2027-02-14 17:30 - 19:00 | Rocky Mountain Folk School, 315 Pitkin St, Grand Lake (Grand County), CO, 80447, United States
Date: CALL 970-531-1395 TO REQUEST A DATE
Cost: $50 (materials are included..1 day class)
Level/Age: All Experience Levels/ 10 and up
Instructor: Isaac Baugher
Location: RMFS Building – 315 Pitkin Ave, Grand Lake, CO
Join us for a fun and creative 1.5-hour workshop where kids will learn the fundamentals of leather tooling! In this interactive class, young artists will explore their creativity by designing and crafting their very own leather bracelet. All tools and materials are included. By the end of the class, students will take home a one-of-a-kind bracelet and their very first tooled leather pieces. This is a hands-on experience that will inspire their creativity and introduce them to the world of leatherworking.
This class is perfect for beginners and experienced leatherworkers alike, as Isaac will guide you through every step, from tooling techniques to the final assembly. All materials needed to complete your bracelet are included in the course.
Don’t miss this opportunity to make something special with your own hands!
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Leather Wallet Making Workshop
2027-02-01 17:30 - 20:00, 2027-02-07 17:30 - 20:00, 2027-02-08 17:30 - 20:00, 2027-02-14 17:30 - 20:00 | Grand Lake Center Double Room, 301 Marina Drive, Grand Lake, CO, 80447, United States
Date: call 9705311395 to request a date
Cost: $135 (materials are included)
Level/Age: All Experience Levels
Instructor: Isaac Baugher
Location: Grand Lake Center: 301 Marina Dr, Grand Lake, CO 80447
Create your own handcrafted wallet in this fun and interactive workshop led by Isaac Baugher!
In this two-and-a-half-hour session, you’ll learn to tool and assemble a leather wallet from start to finish. Choose between a roper or bifold style and enjoy hands-on instruction as you craft a functional and stylish piece that’s uniquely yours.
This class is perfect for beginners and experienced leatherworkers alike, as Isaac will guide you through every step, from tooling techniques to the final assembly. All materials needed to complete your wallet are included in the course.
Don’t miss this opportunity to make something special with your own hands!
REGISTER

Glass Fusing Classes
2027-02-01 22:00 - 23:00, 2027-02-02 22:00 - 23:00, 2027-02-04 22:00 - 23:00, 2027-02-05 22:00 - 23:00, 2027-02-06 22:00 - 23:00, 2027-02-07 22:00 - 23:00, 2027-02-08 22:00 - 23:00, 2027-02-09 22:00 - 23:00 and 3 more dates | Lonesome Stone Pottery, 946 Co Rd 60, Granby, 80446, United States
Discover the art of glass fusing with a series of workshops at the Rocky Mountain Folk School. From beginner-friendly projects to advanced techniques, these classes offer something for every level of creativity.
• Glass Fusing for Beginners – Learn the fundamentals while creating your own unique glass piece.
• Glass Fusion for Two – Spend a fun evening side by side designing your own fused glass pieces in this date night class.
• Watercolor Technique – An intermediate workshop exploring painterly effects in glass.• Butterfly Vase – Design a sculptural vase through a two-step kiln process.
All classes are taught by glass artist Linda Dewey at Lonesome Stone Pottery in Granby. Dates are flexible. Please visit the registration site for details, pricing, and to sign up.
Register by going to https://rockymountainfolkschool.org/classes/

Pottery Classes For Adults - Tuesdays
2027-02-02 18:00 - 20:00, 2027-02-09 18:00 - 20:00 | Rocky Mountain Folk School Building, 315 Pitkin Ave, Grand Lake, CO, 80447, United States
Cost: $175 (includes all supplies)
Level: All experience levels
Instructor: Patty Alandar
Location: RMFS Building – 315 Pitkin Ave, Grand Lake, CO
Enjoy 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.
REGISTER

GRAND LAKE GOURD PATCH
2027-02-03 16:00 - 19:00, 2027-02-10 16:00 - 19:00 | Rocky Mountain Folk School Building, 315 Pitkin Ave, Grand Lake, CO, 80447, United States
Gourd Birdhouses
GRAND LAKE GOURD PATCH
(GOURD CLUB)
Dates: Every Wednesday in 2024 (4pm-7pm)
Cost: $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).
Level: Intermediate
Location: 315 Pitkin Dr, Grand Lake, CO 80447
*Note: initial gourd class is required to join the Gourd Patch (Club).
Are 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.
This 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.
*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.
The 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!
To register or find out more please go to https://rockymountainfolkschool.org/gourd-club/

Leather Tooling for Intermediate
2027-02-07 17:30 - 19:00, 2027-02-08 17:30 - 19:00, 2027-02-14 17:30 - 19:00 | Grand Lake Community House, 1026 Park Avenue, Grand Lake, 80447, United States
Date: call 9705311395 request date
Cost: $90 (materials are included… MUST have taken the Beginners Tooling Workshop)
Level: Intermediate
Instructor: Isaac Baugher
Location: Grand Lake Center: 301 Marina Dr, Grand Lake, CO 80447
Take your leather tooling skills to the next level with Isaac Baugher in this Intermediate Tooling Workshop!
In this two-hour session, participants will refine the techniques learned in the beginner’s class and apply them to create a beautifully tooled floral design, ready to display on the wall. This workshop focuses on honing your skills with detailed instruction on advanced tool handling and design techniques.
This class is designed for participants who have completed the Beginner’s Tooling course.
Bring your own tools or use the ones provided in class. Join us and elevate your craftsmanship while creating a project you’ll be proud to show off!

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