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Beginner Stained Glass
Evanston Art Center See all classes by this school @ 1717 Central St, Evanston, IL
Discover the richness of stained glass artistry in a hands-on workshop led by an instructor with more than 20 years of experience. You'll learn to design your composition, cut and shape glass pieces, apply copper foil, and complete your work with soldering techniques. Whether you're new to the craft or simply curious, this step-by-step class is a beautiful way to explore a centuries-old tradition.
Sat. Nov 21st, 10am–4pm CT
(6 hours)
Woodturning: Winter Creations (Ages 12-14)
Evanston Art Center See all classes by this school @ 1717 Central St, Evanston, IL
Discover the art of woodturning as you learn to operate a wood lathe and create handcrafted wooden pieces. Explore techniques for making pens, snowmen, trees, keychain ornaments, and decorative objects. Follow step-by-step instruction to develop your skills and successfully complete each project.
Dec 21st
9am–12pm CT
Meets 3 Times
$255
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Mon. Dec 21st, 9am–12pm CT
(9 hours over 3 sessions)
Botanical Covers Bookbinding Workshop
Chicago Botanic Garden See all classes by this school @ 1000 Lake Cook Road, Glencoe, IL
Step into the centuries-old craft of bookbinding and learn essential techniques that have been passed down through generations. Explore paper grain, stitching, and construction while customizing your own cover, spine color, and paper style. Create three unique booklets to take home, featuring handmade covers incorporating botanicals from the Garden. All skill levels are welcome and supplies are included.
Sat. Nov 14th, 1–3:30pm CT
(2 hours & 30 minutes)
Color Theory: A Complete Color Guide
Evanston Art Center See all classes by this school @ 1717 Central St, Evanston, IL
Examine how color drives emotion, movement, and visual balance through this exploration of artistic and scientific color principles. Hands-on exercises reveal how hue, value, and chroma work together to produce striking visual effects. Students experiment with multiple color systems and build practical skills in mixing, harmonizing, and applying color to any creative project.
Nov 1st
1–4pm CT
Meets 3 Times
$215
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Sun. Nov 1st, 1–4pm CT
(9 hours over 3 sessions)
Nature-Inspired Ornaments
Chicago Botanic Garden See all classes by this school @ 1000 Lake Cook Road, Glencoe, IL
Add a personal touch to your holiday décor with handmade ornaments crafted from velvet, decoupage, glitter, paper, and more. Create elegant velvet acorns, sparkling pinecones, and custom decoupage wood slices while exploring a variety of festive techniques. Leave with at least six unique ornaments and three William Morris-inspired gift tags, with multiple color palettes available. All supplies are included.
Sat. Dec 5th, 10am–12:30pm CT
(2 hours & 30 minutes)
Monotype through Drawing
Evanston Art Center See all classes by this school @ 1717 Central St, Evanston, IL
Discover the art of trace monotype, blending the precision of drawing with the creativity of printmaking. Learn to create one-of-a-kind prints using dry Asian paper, explore stenciling, counterproof, and ghost printing techniques, and enhance your work with flat passages of color. This workshop offers a fresh approach to both beginners and experienced artists alike.
Dec 12th
10am–4pm CT
Meets 2 Times
$260
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Sat. Dec 12th, 10am–4pm CT
(12 hours over 2 sessions)
Gelli Printing
Evanston Art Center See all classes by this school @ 1717 Central St, Evanston, IL
Explore the creative possibilities of mono printing with a Gelli plate in this hands-on workshop. Experiment with found objects, handmade stamps, and a variety of textures to build vibrant, layered prints. Finish by transforming your creations into books, collages, or stand-alone works of art.
Dec 5th
11am–3:30pm CT
Meets 2 Times
$215
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Sat. Dec 5th, 11am–3:30pm CT
(9 hours over 2 sessions)
1.25 Hour Private Patternmaking Lesson
Sew Design Studio See all classes by this school @ 2608 Green Bay Rd, Evanston, IL
Address fit corrections or design adjustments in a personalized spatternmaking session designed to strengthen your technical skills. Gain expert insight and learn practical solutions for current or future projects.
All levels
12 and older
Oct 30th
9:30am–7pm CT
$75
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Nov 2nd
9:30am–7pm CT
$75
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Nov 3rd
9:30am–7pm CT
$75
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Nov 4th
9:30am–7pm CT
$75
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Nov 5th
9:30am–7pm CT
$75
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Fri. Oct 30th, 9:30am–7pm CT
(9 hours & 30 minutes)
Mokulito Workshop
Evanston Art Center See all classes by this school @ 1717 Central St, Evanston, IL
Discover the unique art of mokulito, a printmaking method that blends the expressive textures of woodcut with the tonal depth of lithography. Learn to prepare, process, and print from wood surfaces while exploring your own imagery. Leave with both technical knowledge and a personal edition of prints.
Nov 1st
9:30am–12:30pm CT
Meets 2 Times
$155
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Sun. Nov 1st, 9:30am–12:30pm CT
(6 hours over 2 sessions)
Free Hand Fabric Painting
Chicago Botanic Garden See all classes by this school @ 1000 Lake Cook Road, Glencoe, IL
Unleash your creativity in this hands-on fabric painting workshop. Learn essential techniques, explore different brushstrokes and styles, and experiment on fabric samples before creating your own personalized tote bag. Your practice pieces can even be repurposed for future sewing projects, making this a fun and practical way to develop your artistic skills. All supplies are included.
Sun. Nov 15th, 10am–1pm CT
(3 hours)
Advanced Beginner Sewing: Skirt
Sew Design Studio See all classes by this school @ 2608 Green Bay Rd, Evanston, IL
Learn to construct a basic skirt with darts, seam finishing, and a zipper closure in this advanced sewing class. Perfect for sewists with previous experience or those in need of a refresher. Get back to the fundamentals and create beautiful garments at Sew Design Studio.
Beginner
12 and older
Nov 30th
6–8:30pm CT
Meets 6 Times
$310
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Mon. Nov 30th, 6–8:30pm CT
(15 hours over 6 sessions)
Intermediate Digital Photography
Chicago Botanic Garden See all classes by this school @ 1000 Lake Cook Road, Glencoe, IL
Take your digital photography skills to the next level as you explore advanced techniques and creative approaches at Chicago Botanic Garden. Enhance your photos with lead lines, manual focus, and precise aperture settings to achieve impressive and artistic images. Prerequisite: Beginning Digital Photography or consent of the instructor.
Nov 14th
9am–12pm CT
Meets 5 Times
$437
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Sat. Nov 14th, 9am–12pm CT
(15 hours over 5 sessions)
Autumn Photography at Volo Bog
Chicago Botanic Garden See all classes by this school @ 28478 Brandenburg Rd, Illinois City, IL
Explore the enchanting beauty of Volo Bog and capture stunning images of nature's vibrant palette in this immersive photography course. Immerse yourself in the breathtaking landscapes of the 47-acre floating mat of sphagnum moss, cattails, and sedges, and unveil the hidden gems of the season. Join us and unleash your creativity amidst the splendor of autumn.
Thu. Nov 5th, 9am–3pm CT
(6 hours)
Photoshop 2
Chicago Botanic Garden See all classes by this school @ 1000 Lake Cook Road, Glencoe, IL
Push your Photoshop skills further with an in-depth exploration of selections and layers. Learn techniques for photo restoration, layer masking, sky replacement, and people extraction. Grow your expertise in collaging and understanding photo resolution to lift your digital editing capabilities.
Wed. Dec 9th, 1–3:30pm CT
(2 hours & 30 minutes)
2 Hour Private Patternmaking Lesson
Sew Design Studio See all classes by this school @ 2608 Green Bay Rd, Evanston, IL
Resolve pattern challenges and fit issues in a private sewing lesson tailored to your goals. Receive focused guidance to refine techniques, adjust designs, and improve overall garment construction.
All levels
12 and older
Nov 2nd
9:30am–7pm CT
$125
30 Seats Left
Nov 3rd
9:30am–7pm CT
$125
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Nov 4th
9:30am–7pm CT
$125
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Nov 5th
9:30am–7pm CT
$125
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Nov 9th
9:30am–7pm CT
$125
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Mon. Nov 2nd, 9:30am–7pm CT
(9 hours & 30 minutes)
2 Hour Private Sewing Lesson
Sew Design Studio See all classes by this school @ 2608 Green Bay Rd, Evanston, IL
Strengthen your sewing technique in a private lesson tailored to your goals. Receive individualized instruction, flexible scheduling, and access to professional equipment to advance your skills.
All levels
12 and older
Nov 3rd
9am–9pm CT
$125
30 Seats Left
Nov 5th
9am–9pm CT
$125
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Nov 10th
9am–9pm CT
$125
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Nov 12th
9am–9pm CT
$125
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Nov 17th
9am–9pm CT
$125
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Tue. Nov 3rd, 9am–9pm CT
(12 hours)
1.25 Hour Private Sewing Lesson
Sew Design Studio See all classes by this school @ 2608 Green Bay Rd, Evanston, IL
Advance your sewing abilities through personalized one-on-one instruction focused on your specific project or technique goals, supported by expert guidance and professional tools.
All levels
12 and older
Nov 3rd
9am–9pm CT
$65
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Nov 5th
9am–9pm CT
$65
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Nov 10th
9am–9pm CT
$65
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Nov 12th
9am–9pm CT
$65
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Nov 17th
9am–9pm CT
$65
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Tue. Nov 3rd, 9am–9pm CT
(12 hours)
Water Marbling
Mosaic Art Studio See all classes by this school @ 1240 Iroquois Ave, Naperville, IL
Ebru, the traditional Turkish art of water marbling, creates patterns of breathtaking fluidity and symmetry that have captivated artists for centuries. In this guided workshop, you will learn the foundational techniques of Ebru. Each piece you create is entirely unique, a product of the medium's beautiful unpredictability. No experience is necessary; just come ready to explore and create.
All levels
5 and older
Nov 1st
1–2:30pm CT
$55
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Nov 1st
3:30–5pm CT
$55
6 Seats Left
Nov 7th
1–2:30pm CT
$55
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Nov 7th
3:30–5pm CT
$55
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Nov 8th
1–2:30pm CT
$55
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Sun. Nov 1st, 1–2:30pm CT
(90 minutes)
Advanced Sewing
Sew Design Studio See all classes by this school @ 2608 Green Bay Rd, Evanston, IL
Step into the joy of sewing with like-minded people in a collaborative, creative setting. Sharpen your skills in reading and following pattern instructions while working independently. Join us at Sew Design Studio and tap into your inner sewing maestro.
Advanced
12 and older
Oct 30th
10am–12:30pm CT
Meets 6 Times
$310
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Oct 30th
2–4:30pm CT
Meets 6 Times
$310
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Oct 31st
12:30–3pm CT
Meets 6 Times
$310
5 Seats Left
Nov 19th
6–8:30pm CT
Meets 8 Times
$310
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Fri. Oct 30th, 10am–12:30pm CT
(15 hours over 6 sessions)
Intermediate Sewing I
Sew Design Studio See all classes by this school @ 2608 Green Bay Rd, Evanston, IL
Build stronger garment construction and pattern-fitting skills in this intermediate sewing class at Sew Design Studio. You'll sew a classic sheath dress while practicing sleeve setting, dart shaping, zipper installation, and lining, making it a useful step up for confident beginners and returning sewists alike.
Intermediate
12 and older
Nov 2nd
1:30–4pm CT
Meets 6 Times
$310
3 Seats Left
Nov 3rd
6–8:30pm CT
Meets 6 Times
$310
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Mon. Nov 2nd, 1:30–4pm CT
(15 hours over 6 sessions)
