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Stained Glass Garden Stake
The best part of warm weather is enjoying the sunshine and colorful gardens. This stained glass garden stake project will help you add an extra pop of color to your garden to last all season. In this class, you'll learn the basics of stained glass work from glass cutting, to taping to soldering. G...
Kintsugi Pottery
Kintsugi is the Japanese art of pottery repair where the broken piece is made more beautiful than the original. In this class, you'll learn how to repair broken pottery with the kintsugi method that highlights the cracked and broken places with gold. We will provide everything you need, including a ...
Junior Entrepreneurship Camp
Junior Entrepreneur Camp July 15–17, 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM • Ages 9 and up • $115 At this three-day camp, kids will explore what it takes to start a creative business. They’ll learn about branding, design a product (like stickers or pins), identify a target audience, and create a simple pitch. On the...
Abstract Painting
Enjoy and explore varying techniques and tools for painting in abstract. No rules, no worries, just fun. This is a great intro class into basic techniques of painting and makes for a fun night out. Includes canvas, paints and tools. Class size limited to 10.
Digital Marketing for Creatives
Digital Marketing for Creatives July 15, 6:00 PM • $30 Learn how to grow your creative following online. This class will cover digital tools like Canva, Instagram, and email marketing to help you reach new audiences without feeling overwhelmed. Perfect for artists, makers, and small brands. Join R...
Class at MAKE SOUTH BEND
Using clay slabs we will create our own musical additions for inside or outside. There will be different types and designs to choose from and lots of creative freedom.These projects will need to dry and have time to fire in our kiln. expect two weeks between making and pick-up.
DIY Watercolor Landscape
Painting with watercolors doesn't have to be a mystery or struggle any longer. Join our beginner's watercolor class online to create a breath taking nighttime landscape. We'll start you off with some easy practice exercises to get used to how the paints move and flow, and then we'll walk you though...
Woven Copper Ring
Turn pure copper wire into a unique ring that combines the idea of stacking rings with weaving. Learn to do soft soldering with a jeweler's torch and polish this ring to shine. Max 9
Crochet Amigurumi
Amigurumi is the Japanese art of crocheting small, stuffed yarn creatures. Come make your own tiny companion in this beginner class. No prior experience needed but it is helpful. All materials provided for use in class. Option to purchase crochet hook to take home is available at checkout.
DIY Sushi Making
Sushi is the best. And it's even better when you can make it anytime you want. Once you learn how to make sushi at home, you can eat as much as your heart desires, and you can wow your friends with your impressive new culinary skills. So, get started in this beginner's class to learn how to make sus...
DIY Mini Succulent Hanger
Who wouldn't love a little plant in their car? With this mini macrame succulent hanger, you can add some green to your daily drive, right on your rear view mirror. Or hang it anywhere you need just a little bit of something green. This listing is to purchase the virtual lesson to learn how to make...
DIY Party
We offer DIY parties for groups of all kinds. Just pick a date and time for your group. Parties last an hour and a half to two hours and include instruction and materials to complete your projects. Once you book online, we'll follow up by email to find out what project you chose. Popular Proje...
Stained Glass Night Light
Enjoy glowing stained glass even through the darker days with this night light project. The small format of the project means you'll have a finished piece to take home in no time. In this beginner class, we'll show you how to cut glass from a variety of templates, foil and solder it to a night ligh...
Pet Portrait Stained Glass
Make Your Pet in Stained Glass July 23, 6:00 PM • $45 Celebrate your favorite cat or dog with a pet-inspired stained glass piece. You’ll learn to cut, foil, and solder glass into a fun and simple animal-themed suncatcher. A great intro class with a personal twist. This class lasts approximately t...
Resin Flower Jewelry
Enjoy the beauty of delicate pressed flowers in resin jewelry. We'll show you how to select the right type of flowers, resin and jewelry pieces to create your own custom set of pendants and earrings. Everything you need is included in the class. Just bring a friend or two and your imagination.
Copper Wind Chimes
Make your own wind chimes in this class that teaches you to work with copper pipe, sheet metal and wood. We'll show you everything you need to know and help along the way. All materials included.
Intro to Hand Lettering
Hand lettering allows you to add character to any written text. It's most recognized as the cool lettering on cafe menu boards or even on the main wall at MAKE SOUTH BEND. Join Michelle FitzGerald as she walks you through some tips and tricks to start lettering like the pros. You'll be excited to st...
Artist Reception: Thomas P. Fehlner
Come join us for an artist reception for Thomas P. Fehlner, one of our studio members and an amazing oil painter. Tom's portrait work is outstanding, playful in the use of colors and hidden messages, and some even feature use of 3D printing, sculpture and ceramics. His work is currently on display i...
DIY Stained Glass Rainbow
Wish you could paint with all the colors of the wind? Well, with this rainbow stained glass project, you'll be getting pretty close. Hang this beautiful rainbow prism pyramid stained glass in any room to instantly bring a pop of color and joy. This listing is to purchase the virtual lesson to lear...
DIY Stained Glass Llama
This lovely little llama project is a great intro into stained glass sun catchers. Now you can make your own personal llama friend to brighten any window at home. This listing is to purchase the virtual lesson to learn how to make this stained glass llama. That includes video instruction, written ...
DIY Stained Glass Tropical Leaf
Bring the green into your house with this cool tropical leaf stained glass project. This listing is to purchase the virtual lesson to learn how to make this stained glass leaf project. That includes video instruction, written instruction and templates you'll need to make this project. For this ...
DIY Hand Lettering
Hand lettering allows you to add character to any written text. It's most recognized as the cool lettering on cafe menu boards or even on the main wall at MAKE SOUTH BEND. Join Michelle FitzGerald as she walks you through some tips and tricks to start lettering like the pros. You'll be excited to st...
DIY Soap Making
Soap making does not have to be difficult. In fact, there are multiple methods you can use to make your own custom soap, and in this class, you'll learn all about the easiest and fastest method using melt and pour soaps. This online class will show you how to get started crafting your own soaps at h...
DIY Sourdough Bread
If you've been dying to make your own sourdough bread but don't know where or how to start, this class is for you. You'll get step by step video instruction on how to use a starter to create the perfect sourdough loaf. Soon, you'll be making your own naturally leavened sour dough on the regular and ...
DIY Clay Mug
Make a cool clay project at home with our virtual lessons. This listing will let you purchase the digital lesson to learn how to make a clay mug by hand. That includes video instruction, written instruction and templates you'll need to make this project. Materials needed for this project are at l...
Shibori Dyeing
Shibori is a traditional Japanese styleof fabric dyeing withindigo, which createsbeautifully simple patterns.You'll learn some basicmethods and make yourown set of shibori dyed kitchen towels.
Intro to Laser Cutting
Laser engraving is a simple way to add a custom touch to items in wood, like a cutting board, or in glass and plastic, like a plaque. This is a safety and basic use class so you can use the laser cutter for your own projects.
Pressed Flower Stained Glass
Pressed flowers are gorgeous to work with. In this class, we'll show you how to cut the glass, arrange your flowers, and solder it all together to create a one of kind piece of art. These look great in the window or on the wall. You'll get to choose your color of glass and flowers from our assortm...
Stained Glass Mobile
Make the most of colored and mirrored glass by crafting it into a moblie that will catch the light just right. This class will use a variety of techniques including wire work and soldering, and let you add beads and charms to add more sparkle. This class runs about 2.5 hrs.
Ceramic Dishes
It's time you had some handmade dishes in your life. And with this class you'll be able to make whatever style, size and color of dishes you like. We'll guide you through a simple process of hand building and decorating your pieces any way you like. Class includes up to 3lbs of clay, instruction, gl...
Embroidery Basics
Learn the basics of embroidery so you can start embellishing your wardrobe. Or use your new skills to work on projects like patches, an embroidered hoop, or a tea towel. No experience or materials required. You can bring an item of clothing to embellish or work on the provided fabric in hoops here...
Ceramic Mug
Create a custom mug by hand to make your morning drink of choice even better. No previous skills required and great for all ages. We'll provide templates for you to choose from a standard straight wall mug, a tapered tall mug, a travel mug, a cozy hand pocket mug, or a silly creature cup. Class fee...
5 Week Pottery Class
5 Week Class: Beginner Wheel Throwing Pottery In this class you'll learn the basics of clay and wheel throwing to create various functional pieces. Each Student will be instructed on how to create various cup, mug, bowl and pitcher forms. Structure:The course will consist of 5 sessions. Each ses...
Sushi Making
In this sushi making class, you'll learn what ingredients are best to use and how to prepare them to start making your own amazing sushi rolls. You'll get to choose your own combination of ingredients from things like crab, tuna, cucumber, avocado, carrots, plus extra finishing sauces and more. Eac...
Stained Glass After Dark
Join us for an 18+ event that takes stained glass out after dark. We'll have a variety of fun, adult themed stained glass patterns to choose from. Bring some friends for a night of crafty like you've never had before. Learn all the skills needed to make Tiffany style stained glass, including cut...
DIY Stained Glass Flamingo
Come on. Who doesn't love a cheery pink flamingo? Now you can make this amazing stained glass flamingo sun catcher that is so cute it will make your friends want one too. This listing is to purchase the virtual lesson to learn how to make this stained glass flamingo. That includes video instructi...
DIY Stained Glass Succulent
This succulent project is one of our most popular classes and sells out regularly. So we wanted to make it available online so you can always find a spot in this class. Now you can make this cool succulent that won't die if it's ignored, unlike real plants. This listing is to purchase the virtual...
DIY Glass Terrarium
Love plants but wish you had more places to put them? Why not make your own glass terrarium trio planter? With this project, you'll be able to turn some sheet glass and copper into a trendy, cool stained glass terrarium. This listing is to purchase the virtual lesson to learn how to make this terr...
DIY Stained Glass Cactus
Bring the green into your house with this cool three dimensional cactus stained glass project. This listing is to purchase the virtual lesson to learn how to make this stained glass cactus project. That includes video instruction, written instruction and templates you'll need to make this project...
DIY Clay Turtle
Make a cool clay project at home with our virtual lessons. This lesson will show you how to create a fun ceramic turtle in air dry clay. This booking is for the virtual lesson alone, which includes video instruction, written instruction and a template to use. For this project you will need about 1...
DIY Origami Stained Glass
If you're new to stained glass and want to get hands on for the whole process, this is the project for you. You'll be cutting your own glass to create versatile shapes that can be made into countless designs. Then pick your favorite design and solder it up for a cool, custom sun catcher. This list...
Bob Ross Style Oil Painting
Bob Ross was an American painter and a boss at painting landscapes. In the class you'll learn the basics of oil painting and try his wet-on-wet oil painting technique for painting happy trees and majestic mountains. You'll be glad you did! Unlike other painting classes, you'll be given creative fr...
Woodshop Safety + Basic Use
If you want to start working with the wood shop at MAKE SOUTH BEND, this is a prerequisite course. In the class, you'll be introduced to the different wood working tools and equipment in our shop and how to use them safely. Then, you'll be all set to start your own projects using our table saw, scro...
Alcohol + Ink Tile Coasters
Learn this simply beautiful technique using alcohol, ink, and ceramic tiles to create a flowing, watercolor effect. Grab some friends and sign up for a night of art. Make 4 coasters, each 4"x4". You'll love how easy and fun these are.
Etsy 101
Etsy 101 August 23, 1:00 PM • $30 Ready to start selling online? This beginner-friendly class covers the basics of setting up an Etsy shop, writing great product listings, using keywords, and taking better photos. Leave with practical tips to get your handmade goods noticed. Join Renae Michalsk...
Fused Glass
Fused glass is easy to learn as we'll just cut and set the glass and let the kiln do the rest. Make 3 small pendants in this class, great for gifts. Pick up pieces the next day after the kiln has fired them.
Intro to Crochet
Crochet is having a comeback. All you need is a ball of yarn and a crochet hook to start making scarves, blankets or small gifts. It's the ultimate fidget activity and it creates fun pieces you'll cherish for years. Learn the basics of crochet in this class as you get hands on practice with each ...
Ceramic Surface Decoration
Learn to add creative surface decoration to your pottery. In this class we'll help you create a simple mug or bowl by hand and then cover a variety of decoration techniques to customize your piece. You'll get to play with sprig molds, glaze decals, underglaze painting, clay carving and more. No pre...
Stained Glass 101
What better way to start your stained glass making journey than with a cool sun catcher? This is the perfect craft to brighten any room or window you place it in. Learn all the skills needed to make Tiffany style stained glass, including cutting and grinding glass, using copper tape and soldering ...
Teen Glass Camp
This 3 day glass camp for teens is the perfect way to get an introduction to crafting with glass. Day 1 will cover glass cutting and fusing, Day 2 will be stained glass, and Day 3 we'll make mosaic sun catchers. Recommended for ages 13 and up. This camp runs from Tuesday, July 1 to Thursday, ...
Rebel Art Fest
Rebel Art Fest is a local music and art festival put on by MAKE SOUTH BEND that takes place at Potawatomi Park in South Bend, IN. This event is back for its 9th year on Sunday, June 9, 2024 from 12-8pm. Enjoy a full day of music by 15 bands, shop from over 100 artists and makers, eat and drink the a...
Chainmaille Fidget
Curious about the ancient art of chainmaille? In this beginner-friendly class, you'll learn to transform simple metal rings into a beautiful, tactile fidget using a classic chainmaille weave. No prior experience is needed-just bring your hands and a sense of curiosity. Your finished piece ca...
Kids Workshop: Art for Change
Kids Workshop: Art for Change July 9, 3:30 PM - 5:00 PM • Ages 8 and up • $35 Kids will create art that gives back. In this workshop, we’ll paint kindness rocks to leave in the community and design cheerful handmade cards for children and seniors in need of some uplifting messages. A feel-good mi...
Kids Workshop: Solar Art
Ages 8 and up • $35 Make art with the power of the sun. Kids will explore cyanotype printing to create vibrant nature-based images and make UV reactive friendship bracelets that change color outdoors. A creative blend of art, science, and sunshine.
Ceramics Camp
This youth ceramics camp is the perfect way for your creative kid to learn all about pottery from hand building to pottery wheel throwing and more. Everything is included to complete a handful of fun projects through the week and learn how to make ceramics. Recommended for ages 10+. This camp run...
Tech Lab 101
Come learn about all the equipment in our tech lab in one session. This includes the 3D printer, laser cutter, CNC machine, and vinyl cutter. You'll learn about how to run the machine itself, as well the software to go with it. This is a required prerequisite class if you'd like to use the tech la...
Calligraphy Intro
You know an art form is here to stay when it conforms and adapts to the stylings of new generations. Use your own handwriting to make beautiful letters. Learn to use a calligraphy pen and get the basics to start writing beautifully with modern and traditional calligraphy.
DIY Pour Painting
There's nothing that feels as good as creating beautiful art on your own, and having fun while making a mess too. In this class, you'll learn how to get started with acrylic pour painting so you can make your own custom art anytime you like. It's so easy and addicting, you won't want to stop. This...
DIY Clay Hand Dish
Make a cool clay project at home with our virtual lessons. This lesson will show you how to create a cool set of hand dishes in air dry clay. This booking is for the virtual lesson alone, which includes video instruction, written instruction and a template to use. For this project you will need ab...
Market Vendor 101
Artisan Market Vendor 101 June 25, 6:00 PM • $30 If you're thinking about selling your work at a local market, this class will walk you through the basics. We’ll talk about what to bring, how to set up your table, pricing, and simple ways to connect with shoppers. You'll leave with helpful tips, a...
Wheel Throwing
Want to tackle something new, practical and maybe messy? Then making ceramics on the potter's wheel is just what you need. This one time class will give you the all the necessary steps to get you on your way to making custom ceramic dishes. Learn to center, lift, shape and detail a mug or bowl in th...
Machine Sewing 101
Would you love to make your own clothes but are intimidated by threading a bobbin? This beginner class will teach you the ins and outs of machine sewing and get you on your way to opening your own tailor business, or at least making a few pillow covers. Class number is constricted by the number of ...
Stained Glass Succulents
Do you love plants but wish they would just take care of themselves? Me too. With this stained glass succulent, you can make even the hardiest of plants invincible. Make a three dimensional stained glass succulent with us as you learn the basics of stained glass work from glass cutting, to taping to...
Pour Painting
Pouring paint creates beautifully marbled works that flow, move, swirl, and look like a surreal watery scene. This is a great date night experience to make something new that requires little talent. You'll be amazed at your results. Make two small matching canvases or one canvas and a set of marbled...
Resin Art
Resin art is not only beautiful, but it's incredibly durable. Combining resin with paint, ink and mica creates intriguing results everyone will admire. This is a great date night experience to make something new that requires little talent. You'll be amazed at your results. You'll get to make a set...
Stained Glass Flamingo Garden Stake
With this stained glass Flamingo garden stake, you can bring home this favorite summer bird. Make a stunning flamingo with us as you learn the basics of stained glass work from glass cutting, to taping to soldering. Sign up before space runs out.
Silver Stacking Rings
*Registration for this class closes 3 days prior to the event. Start with sterling silver wire and learn to cut, shape, solder and texture it to create simply beautiful stacking rings. We'll also show how to clean and polish your rings for a more stunning finish. This beginner silver smithing class...
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