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Buddy Up: Pimp Your Side Table

Craftsman Ave @ 117B 11th St, Brooklyn, NY

Get ready to take your side table to the next level with this hands-on workshop at Craftsman Ave. Learn how to create a custom copper lamp and wireless phone charger that will turn your table into a stylish and functional piece of art. Don't miss out on this chance to "pimp" your side table!

(524) All levels 18 and older
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$305
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Date Night: Pimp Your Side Table

Craftsman Ave @ 117B 11th St, Brooklyn, NY

Learn how to transform your side table into a functional work of art with this unique workshop at Craftsman Ave. Discover the art of staining wood, cutting and soldering copper pipe, and drilling holes to create a custom lamp and wireless phone charger. Level up your crafting skills and bring new life to your furniture in this hands-on experience.

(524) All levels 18 and older
No upcoming schedules
$355
for 2 students
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Bracelet Making

Craftsman Ave @ 117B 11th St, Brooklyn, NY

The art of piercing is to cut a shape out of sheet metal with the most essential jewelry tool, the jeweler’s saw. The possibilities are endless. Students will take their personal designs and turn them into wearable pieces of jewelry. In the bracelet making workshop, students will learn how to design and fabricate an original cuff or bangle out of brass sheet or wire.  Important Thing to Note: They will use traditional metalsmithing skills...

(524) All levels 18 and older
No upcoming schedules
$130
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Woodworking Level 2

Craftsman Ave @ 117B 11th St, Brooklyn, NY

If you are curious about woodworking, then learning how to build a picture frame serves as an excellent lesson in basic woodworking principles. The class is based on the concept of guidance, and students will be coached through the step-by-step process of building a custom picture frame. During this class, you’ll learn the qualities of wood, the necessary measurements, the proper assembly, and how to finish the project. By the end of the course,...

(524) All levels 18 and older
No upcoming schedules
$130
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Design & Build a Speaker

Craftsman Ave @ 117B 11th St, Brooklyn, NY

This class will be a overall introduction to the product design process. Each student will design and build their own portable speaker using provided raw materials and speaker components. Every object you use in your daily life was designed by someone. Now is your chance to learn the basics of how Industrial Designers and Product Designers start the design process. Most product designers are given a design brief about the product they are building....

(524) All levels 18 and older
No upcoming schedules
$120
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Essential Black & White Darkroom

BKC @ Gowanus Darkroom 119 8th St , Brooklyn, NY

Who should take this class Are you a digital photographer looking to expand your knowledge of photographic technique and history?  Maybe you took a darkroom class in school and want to get back to your roots?  Is there something about photos shot on film that you love but can't explain why?  If the answer to any of these questions is yes, you should definitely check this class out. What you will learn The great standard-bearer of...

(325) All levels 13 and older
No upcoming schedules
$905

8 sessions

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Introduction to Lettering

Craftsman Ave @ 117B 11th St, Brooklyn, NY

Handmade design is booming in popularity, and with good reason. These designs carry their own sense of creativity and personality while maintaining and a clean design. Jen will show you how to guide your steady hand across the page as you learn the basics of hand lettering. With a little bit of guidance, you’ll be able to apply the basic principles of lettering to your own designs, and you’ll walk away from the class with your own inked lettering....

(524) Beginner 18 and older
No upcoming schedules

3D Jewelry Design

Craftsman Ave @ 117B 11th St, Brooklyn, NY

This introduction workshop teaches students to use an easy-to-learn 3D modeling software to design a custom skull ring. In this Intro to 3D Modeling workshop, students will use Tinkercad, a free, browser-based 3D modeling software to create a custom ring of their own design which will be produced in metal through the use of 3D printing. In the first class, students will be taught this easy-to-learn, intuitive 3D modeling software and will learn...

(524) Beginner 18 and older
No upcoming schedules
$270

2 sessions

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Design and Craft a Custom Monogram Keychain

Craftsman Ave @ 117B 11th St, Brooklyn, NY

Full Course Name: Design and Craft a Custom Monogram Keychain or Pendant (Introduction to Jewelry Making) Since it’s invention during the Italian Renaissance, the Jeweler’s Piercing Saw has been the most essential tool in a jeweler’s kit. With this tool, some training from our craftspeople, and lots of practice, you’ll have the core skills required to make your own jewelry. This workshop focuses on the Jeweler’s Piercing Saw –...

(524) Beginner 18 and older
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$255
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Date Night: Pinewood Derby - Car Racing for Everyone

Craftsman Ave @ 117B 11th St, Brooklyn, NY

Unleash your inner race car driver as you transform a simple block of wood into a one-of-a-kind speed machine. Join us for an exhilarating evening of pinewood derby car racing and friendly competition at Craftsman Ave. Don't miss out on the chance to experience the thrill of the race and create memories that will last a lifetime.

(524) Beginner 18 and older
No upcoming schedules
$295
for 2 students
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The Art of Floral Design

Craftsman Ave @ 117B 11th St, Brooklyn, NY

Floral arrangement is the ultimate combination of technique and placement that sets the tone of a room. As a focal centerpiece, each arrangement needs to fit the occasion and match the personality of the artist. Additionally, each unique design requires a visual balance of color and texture.  In this class, Alisa will guide you through the basics of florals and how to properly care for each piece as they come together in a beautiful fall centerpiece...

(524) Beginner 18 and older
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Introduction to Paper Marbling

Craftsman Ave @ 117B 11th St, Brooklyn, NY

This workshop is an introduction to paper marbling, a method of printmaking in which paint is floated and manipulated on the surface of thickened water to create a mesmerizing design that’s then transferred to paper as a permanent print. Marbling is a monoprint process, so each piece of marbled paper is completely unique. The workshop begins with a brief overview of materials, process and technique before you set up your own marbling bath and...

(524) Beginner 18 and older
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Shaping Wood

Craftsman Ave @ 117B 11th St, Brooklyn, NY

The most obvious trait of wood as a material is its linear structure. When we begin to manipulate this structure that’s when the real fun begins!  In this class Manipulating Materials // Shaping Wood, students will have the opportunity to create curves, volumes, and 3-dimensional forms out of wood while creating a one of a kind spoon or creative object. What you will learn The first portion of this class will revolve around design and development...

(524) All levels 18 and older
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$120
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Introduction to Soap Making

Craftsman Ave @ 117B 11th St, Brooklyn, NY

In this course, Erica will walk you through the process of creating your own bars of soap. With an emphasis on the long-lasting quality of handmade and slow-made objects, Erica’s work results in high-quality aromas and colors that are integral to a well-made product. Here, she will break down the process for you step-by-step to show you the basics of creating your own combination of scents and textures.  You will start with the basics of...

(524) Beginner 18 and older
No upcoming schedules

Introduction to Wire Jewelry Design

Craftsman Ave @ 117B 11th St, Brooklyn, NY

Jewelry is the accessory that leaves the most room for expression, and it’s this expression that helped Gena find her creative niche between timeless and contemporary design. The wire looping and wrapping that Gena specializes in creates pieces that are exciting, inspiring, and honest. Each piece pulls together an array of mediums, like precious stones and clay beads, with a wire design that maintains a sense of individuality and a well-balanced...

(524) Beginner 18 and older
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Design and Build a Giant Halloween Spider

Craftsman Ave @ 117B 11th St, Brooklyn, NY

Who needs store-bought Halloween decorations when you can design and weld your own custom big-ass spider that will last for years to come!

(524) All levels 18 and older
No upcoming schedules
$245
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Pimp Your Side Table

Craftsman Ave @ 117B 11th St, Brooklyn, NY

Learn how to transform your handmade side table into a functional work of art with a custom-built lamp and wireless phone charger in this unique workshop at Craftsman Ave. Enhance the natural beauty of your table with expert staining techniques, then create a stunning copper lamp through cutting and soldering techniques. Elevate your craftsmanship skills and take pride in your multi-functional creation.

(524) All levels 18 and older
No upcoming schedules
$245
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Buddy Up: Pinewood Derby - Car Racing for Everyone

Craftsman Ave @ 117B 11th St, Brooklyn, NY

Experience the thrill of pinewood derby racing and the chance to design the car of your dreams at Craftsman Ave. Join us for a hands-on workshop where you'll transform a block of wood into a racecar and compete against other guests on our vintage track. Get ready for a fun-filled afternoon of speed, creativity, and friendly competition.

(524) Beginner 18 and older
No upcoming schedules
$245
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Bread Workshop

Plum & Honey @ 117 9th St, Brooklyn, NY

Have you struggled making bread at home? Get ready to add homemade bread into your repertoire. Each guest will make rosemary tomato focaccia, cheesy gruyere epi bread, and sweet, brioche cinnamon buns from scratch to take home.

(73) All levels 18 and older
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Intro to Brush Calligraphy

Craftsman Ave @ 117B 11th St, Brooklyn, NY

Join Kelly Klapstein, author of The Art of Brush Lettering, for a technique-based workshop to learn calligraphy using brush pens. Breathe. Write. Relax. The founder of KellyCreates online, Kelly is passionate about sharing her love of letters and travels the world teaching others how to find joy in the calming art form of brush calligraphy.  Using large and small brush pens, you will receive clear, guided instruction on the skills of brush...

(524) Beginner 18 and older
No upcoming schedules
$180
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