Crafts Classes in Chicago, IL

Mixed media collage is the utilization of more than one medium in a single piece of art and may include paint, glitter, crayons, fabric, magazine/book images/quotes, found objects, ink, watercolor, oil pastel, chalk pastel, colored pencils, etc.  Mixed media art brings together all of your artistic skills, even if they’re not as good as you’d...

Let's relieve a lil stress, have fun and make a scarf! Learn a new skill and enjoy fellow creatives in this virtual knitting circle. All levels are welcome. No prior experience is necessary. This online class will be provided via Zoom videoconferencing service. To participate, you will need a smartphone or computer with a microphone (or headphones)...

An art journal is a visual diary. It can combine art in many mediums, imagery, words... Simply put, it can be whatever want or need it to be!  Join me Thursday evenings on Zoom*, and each week we'll start a different project. Each week I will give you a word or a quote to reflect on, and writing prompts to get you started. Then we will...

Learn the power and skills to create a healthy, fragrant, natural candle you can feel really good about burning in your home. First part of the class is about theory (candle making craft, ingredients, recipe, suppliers, rules, do’s and don’t, questions) and the second part will be practice. Students will be shown: how to use tools and equipments...

Want to know how to use the cold process soap making method to create soap completely from scratch? Well, this class will explain to you A to Z cold process soap making so that you can create beautiful handmade soaps right in your kitchen.  Oh, and don't worry about your experience level, it really doesn't matter. This class ranges from beginner...

One of three styles of origami, kusudama was inspired by the patterns made from herbs and flowers in Japanese medicine balls. Experience the meditative quality of this simple yet intricate art as you connect multiple versions of the same shape of folded paper into a recognizable pattern. Create a kusudama model then experiment with designing other...

Learn how to make your own gorgeous fascinator in this Virtual Hat and Chat workshop hosted via Zoom. This is a beginner level workshop, no prior experience necessary. Join Kentucky Derby fascinator professional Lisa Shaub for our one hour Virtual Hat and Chat class where we create fascinators from materials we have at home. You can make yours big...

Discover the joy of paper marbling in this hands-on virtual workshop where you will explore color, learn basic marbling techniques and patterns, experiment with your own designs and gain the confidence you need to start marbling on your own at home! No previous art experience of any kind necessary!  By the end of the class, you will have a variety...

In this live, virtual workshop, we will guide you in creating soy wax candles at home! We'll walk through basic candle making steps as well as share tips, tricks and troubleshooting. This workshop is suited for our DIY Candle-Making Kit. We also welcome curious learners who may not have our kit but would like to learn about candle-making in this...

Ready to put your thoughts and dreams to paper in a creative way and visualize your hopes/goals? Our Vision Board WebJam is perfect for you! Many of us are uprooted from our normal lives. We’re experiencing a sudden change of plans, all out of our control. The subsequent feeling of loss and grief paired with uncertainty about the future are threatening...

Settle in for a good soak with the ultimate fizzy bath time treat!  Let your imagination go wild while experimenting with different oils, colors, flowers, and even glitter, for tons of fizzy fun.  

Join us and learn about the long history of zines and how to create your very own in our online WebJam hosted via Zoom. Want to become a big small-time (self-)publisher and manifest your passion in print? Are you feeling nostalgic about pre-internet times and want to create meaningful, fun, and long-lasting content that you can circulate to a select...

When things change inside you, things change around you. Making a vision board art journal is a powerful way of influencing your mind and manifesting your reality while being creative and inspired. Just imagining something without a bit of effort or strong intention wont lead to overnight results, so this series will touch on tools like astrology,...

Have old canvas sneakers you never wear anymore? Wear them again once we revamp them! We show you tips and tricks on how to create magic. Grab your quarantine-mate, grab the supplies, and buncha wine and have a creative experience painting at home. Face masks optional. You'll receive a zoom link after purchase. Check out the supplies needed for...

Lighten your heart during these dark times by folding water lilies and their leaves along with koi fish that have a delightful swimming action. This online session involves regular printer paper (U.S. letter size & International A4). Download the PDF for origami similar to what is in the photo. If you’re looking for some creative therapy...