Crafts Classes in San Diego, CA

A monthly mixed media workshop held on the first saturday of every month! Each month, Susie brings a NEW topic and lesson to grow your journaling practice. Let this be the creative space and time you are seeking… Let this be the creative process you desire… Art journaling is a powerful way to reconnect with your soul, set your creative spirit...

We’re sure by now you’ve heard about all the fabulous CNC (Computer Numerically Controlled) equipment at MakerPlace. The concept behind these machines is simple; create a design on your computer and the machine will cut out the design for you. Not sure where to start? We’ve set up a series of classes to help you turn your concept into a reality....

Make a Mosaic: Create coasters and trivets with flair Coasters and trivets keep your furniture safe and looking fine, but that doesn’t mean they can’t look good while doing it. Arrange brightly colored glass pieces on ceramic tile to create drink- and food-saving statement pieces. Our Host has tips for creating patterns, setting, edging, and laying...

Shop Orientation covers all the important information you’ll need to know as a new member- from general shop safety and member rules, to other hot topics like project storage, machine reservations, and local sources for materials. This is a mandatory course for all new members. So, before you start tinkering in the shop, make sure you’ve cleared...

Join us as we explore the process of gilding in gold leaf with artist Duke Windsor No experience necessary.  Guests will be able to learn the history, tools, materials and techniques of applying gold leaf to artwork by using both traditional and experimental techniques.  Please bring an existing work of art to use for the class. Gold...

This class covers the basic operation of our CNC Wood Router. Students will learn how to navigate VicEngrave software, proper machine set-up and calibration, how to import and run files, as well as operation of the vacuum table.  The first portion of this class will be lecture based. After the lecture, students will each have the opportunity...

Have you ever wanted to cut out your own coasters, etch custom designs on glassware, or just make really awesome gifts? MakerPlace's Intro to Laser course will guide students through the care and use of the 80 and 100 watt lasers as well as the proper steps for prepping your file, material selection, and navigation of the LaserCut software. With...

Explore the history, tools, materials, and hand-on techniques for gold leaf and gold powder in this intensive workshop! Plus the application of edible gold leaf to enhance your special event. Adhesive brushes and metal leaf will be provided by the instructor. Required Materials an existing art piece for practice an existing art piece for a final...

Learn about Chalk Paint® by Annie Sloan and Annie Sloan waxes.  We'll show you step-by-step 4 painting and 3 waxing techniques so you can change your old, tired pieces into new treasures!   All you need to bring is your enthusiasm as we provide everything else needed for the workshop, including a small project to work on to try out your...

Join us for step-by-step Instruction on how to recreate this garden painting in, "Love Garden". Enjoy expressing your creative side while sipping on your favorite craft beer with friends or family at this memorable painting event.  *Beer specials offered for registered painters! You are welcome to bring outside food or snacks. ...

You're invited to explore these techniques for yourself! On the first day, we will create two 10x10 pieces (a small diptych) using two different liquid art techniques. On the second day, we will create a larger 14x18 piece and on the third day, we will do the resin pour for all the pieces.  New techniques will be introduced as well such as blading...

Once home to San Diego’s flourishing tuna fishing industry and generations of Italian families who made their living on the sea, Little Italy is now a lively neighborhood filled with patio cafés, packed restaurants, craft brew stops, urban wineries, art galleries, sophisticated shops, boutique hotels and the beautiful Amici Park. Catch colorful...