Rocky Mountain Folk School
315 Pitkin St, Grand Lake (Grand County), CO, United States
Experience one of photography's oldest printing processes using the power of sunlight. In this hands-on workshop, you'll create two botanical cyanotype prints using flowers, leaves, and other natural materials to produce striking blue-and-white images. A variety of materials will be provided, and you're welcome to bring meaningful flat objects—such as lace, feathers, or pressed flowers—to […]
Event Details Elementary-high school aged students are welcome. Come join us on Thursdays, 5-6 PM. Game Night! Volunteers help run this program so please let us know if you can help! Space is limited. Registration is required so please sign-up ahead of time by going to gcld.org - programs - "view more". Thank you Event Type(s): Afterschool Program […]
Rocky Mountain Folk School Building
315 Pitkin Ave, Grand Lake, CO, United States
Discover the joy of stained glass in this relaxed, beginner-friendly jewelry-making workshop. Learn the basics of copper foil stained glass while working with colorful glass pieces and simple jewelry-making techniques. You'll explore color selection and composition before learning how to work with glass nippers, copper foil, solder, flux, and jewelry findings. This class is designed […]
Lonesome Stone Pottery
946 Co Rd 60, Granby, 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 […]
Grand Spirit Makerspace
1128 Park Ave, GRAND LAKE, CO, United States
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 […]
Grand Spirit Makerspace
1128 Park Ave, GRAND LAKE, CO, United States
Take your leathercraft skills to the next level! This intermediate class is perfect for those with basic tooling experience who want to refine their technique and explore more advanced designs. Learn about swivel knife control, layering textures, adding depth, and incorporating decorative elements like borders and shading. Students will complete a more detailed project while […]
Rocky Mountain Folk School
315 Pitkin St, Grand Lake (Grand County), CO, United States
A fun and creative introduction to leathercraft just for kids! In this hands-on class, young crafters will learn basic leather tooling techniques and use special stamps to decorate their very own leather bracelet. It’s a great way to explore art and design while building fine motor skills and confidence. All materials are provided, and no […]
Grand Spirit Makerspace
1128 Park Ave, GRAND LAKE, CO, United States
Step into the world of leathercraft in this hands-on beginner workshop designed to introduce you to the fundamentals of leather tooling. In just 1.5 hours, you’ll learn how to handle essential tools, practice basic stamping techniques, and create your own custom tooled leather piece to take home. Whether you’re drawn to classic western patterns or […]
Lonesome Stone Pottery
946 Co Rd 60, Granby, 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 […]
Rocky Mountain Folk School
315 Pitkin St, Grand Lake (Grand County), CO, United States
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 […]
Grand Spirit Makerspace
1128 Park Ave, GRAND LAKE, CO, United States
Create a leather wallet that's truly one of a kind! In this beginner-friendly workshop, you'll learn the fundamentals of leatherworking while crafting a premium leather wallet from start to finish. You'll assemble and stitch your wallet, install snap hardware, learn leather finishing techniques, and create a unique hand-painted design directly on the leather. Choose your […]
Grand Spirit Makerspace
1128 Park Ave, GRAND LAKE, CO, United States
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 […]
