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Introduction to Weaving: Beginner Basics with Jamie Boyle
Contemporary Craft - Timmons Studios 5688 Butler St., Pittsburgh, PA 15201, Pittsburgh, PA, USWeaving-curious? This workshop will introduce you to various types of looms, and have you weaving on a frame loom!Introduction to Weaving: Beginner Basics with Jamie Boyle3-hour workshopDate: Saturday, May 2Time: 10am - 1pmDescription: Curious about different kinds of looms? Want to try weaving but you are not sure where to start? Let this workshop be […]
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Joomchi Paper with Rae Gold
Contemporary Craft - Timmons Studios 5688 Butler St., Pittsburgh, PA 15201, Pittsburgh, PA, USLearn the ancient art of Joomchi, making laminated sheets of mulberry paper into a new sheet of paper.Date: Saturday, May 2, 2026Time: 10am-1pmDescription: We will learn the ancient art of making laminated sheets of mulberry paper into a new sheet of paper that can be used as is or can be part of collage, mixed […]
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Introduction to Knitting: Beginner Basics with Julia LePoer
Contemporary Craft - Timmons Studios 5688 Butler St., Pittsburgh, PA 15201, Pittsburgh, PA, USAlways wanted to try knitting? Never picked up knitting needles before? Start from the very beginning in this beginner workshop!Introduction to Knitting: Beginner Basics with Julia LePoerDate: Saturday, May 2, 2026Time: 10AM - 1PMDescription: In this class, Julia will guide you through the process of knitting, starting with the very beginning step: picking up your […]
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Introduction to The Dye Lab: Beginner Basics Bundle Dye with Amy Garbark
Contemporary Craft - Timmons Studios 5688 Butler St., Pittsburgh, PA 15201, Pittsburgh, PA, USCreate your own custom made, unique, botanically bundle dyed organic cotton bandana!Introduction to The Dye Lab: Beginner Basics Bundle Dye with Amy GarbarkDate: Saturday, May 2, 2026Time: 10am - 1pmDescription: In this beginner friendly workshop, participants will learn how to bundle dye on cloth, using plants, flowers, and other natural sources, while gaining an introduction […]
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Woodturning: Candle Holders with Hanna Dausch
Contemporary Craft - Timmons Studios 5688 Butler St., Pittsburgh, PA 15201, Pittsburgh, PA, USLearn the basics of woodturning by making your own taper candle holders!3-Hour WorkshopDate: Saturday, May 2, 2026Time: 10am–1pmDescription: In this morning workshop, students will learn how to turn a taper candleholder on the lathe. Students will learn how to safely use the lathe in addition to becoming acquainted with the woodshop and basic safety procedures. […]
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Introduction to Drop Spinning: Beginner Basics with Jasmine “Min” Davis
Contemporary Craft - Timmons Studios 5688 Butler St., Pittsburgh, PA 15201, Pittsburgh, PA, USTry your hand spinning yarn Learn some basic moves and tools to begin your spinning journey!Introduction to Drop Spinning: Beginner Basics with Laura SanBoeuf ParisDate: Saturday, May 2, 2026Time: 10am -1pmDescription: If you have been curious about spinning yarn, but not sure where to begin, this class is for you! This beginner-focused class is perfect […]
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Intro to Blacksmithing: Bottle Openers with Robert Burns
Contemporary Craft - Timmons Studios 5688 Butler St., Pittsburgh, PA 15201, Pittsburgh, PA, USForge your very own bottle opener!3-Hour WorkshopDate: Saturday, May 2ndTime: 1pm-4pmDescription: In this class you will learn how to forge a raw piece of steel into a finished bottle opener that will last for ages! This course will involve hot metal, fire, and swinging a hammer over several hours so it will be somewhat physically […]
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Introduction to Crochet: Beginner Basics with Catherine Madjaric
Contemporary Craft - Timmons Studios 5688 Butler St., Pittsburgh, PA 15201, Pittsburgh, PA, USAlways wanted to try crochet? Never picked up a crochet hook before? Start from the very beginning in this beginner workshop!Introduction to Crochet: Beginner Basics with Catherine MadjaricDate: Saturday, May 2, 2026Time: 1:30 - 4:30pmDescription: Learn crochet from the very start! If you have never picked up a crochet hook before, or if it has […]
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Intro to Rib Baskets: Weave a Baby Cheek Garlic Basket with Traycee Bosle
Contemporary Craft - Timmons Studios 5688 Butler St., Pittsburgh, PA 15201, Pittsburgh, PA, USLearn the fundamentals of rib basketry and weave a sweet little basket in this beginner friendly workshop!Intro to Rib Baskets: Weave a Baby Cheek Garlic Basket with Traycee Bosle3-hour workshopDate: Saturday Afternoon, May 2Time: 1:30 PM - 4:30 PMDescription:This beginner-friendly, three-hour workshop introduces the fundamentals of rib basketry. Students will learn how rib baskets are […]
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Woodturning: Bud Vase with Hanna Dausch
Contemporary Craft - Timmons Studios 5688 Butler St., Pittsburgh, PA 15201, Pittsburgh, PA, USLearn how to turn your own bud vase in this introductory woodturning workshop!3-Hour WorkshopDate: Saturday, May 2, 2026Time: 2pm–5pmDescription: In this afternoon workshop, students will learn how to turn a bud vase on the lathe. Students will become acquainted with the woodshop, basic safety procedures, and learn how to safely operate a wood lathe. Each […]
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Needle Felting: Bird of the Month: Barn Swallow with Erin Carlson
Contemporary Craft - Timmons Studios 5688 Butler St., Pittsburgh, PA 15201, Pittsburgh, PA, USMay's bird of the month: Barn Swallow! Learn to needle felt, while enjoying a detailed look at this fascinating bird!3-hour workshopDate: Thursday, May 7Time: 6pm-9pmDescription: Learn to needle felt or sharpen your skills while creating your own Barn Swallow. Fiber artist and backyard bird enthusiast Erin Carlson of Red Cottage Fiber Studio will guide you […]
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Intro to Blacksmithing: Forged Bracelets with Robert Burns
Contemporary Craft - Timmons Studios 5688 Butler St., Pittsburgh, PA 15201, Pittsburgh, PA, USForge your very own viking style bracelet/arm ring!3-Hour WorkshopDate: Thursday, 7thTime: 6pm-9pmDescription: In this class you will learn to forge a bracelet/arm ring in the traditional style of the vikings, you will learn to forge steel into a beautiful piece of jewelry that you can keep for a lifetime. This class will involve hot metal, […]
