Frustrating to gardeners and arborists, bittersweet is considered a largely useless bane on wildland. Wouldn’t it be nice if it were good for something? We can use ancient harvesting techniques to tend invasive bittersweet in the wild, simultaneously harvesting material for baskets while managing future growth.

Learn to weave a bittersweet basket. We'll employ several different weaving techniques in order to create a strong, beautiful basket for foraging, or use in the kitchen or garden. We’ll shoot for a basket about 9” wide and 7” deep, with or without a handle. This is a class for beginners, but some hand strength and dexterity is required.

Materials fee is included in the cost of the class!

Minimum: 4   |   Maximum: 6

Come join us as we explore the wonders of clay! You will develop and use it to create unique pieces of your own design through a variety of techniques. You will be encouraged to try the manual and electric wheels, roller, carving tools, and beautiful glazes to bring the pieces you imagine to life. Beginners to experts welcome.

Class scheduled as follows;
Classes 1-4: For creation
Class 5: Prepping pieces for firing
Class 6: Glazing pieces

Clay and glaze cost is $45 due to the instructor at the first class.

There is a max of 15 students per session.

No class: 10/13, 11/24, 2/16

Upcycle those beautiful holiday cars into a striking three-dimensional ornament. Perfect for your decor or as a hostess gift. Instructor has  cards or bring your own. Please bring paper scissors, hot glue gun, and glue sticks $3.00 material fee may apply. 

Instructor: Lucy Hardy has been a teacher of crafts and sewing for 20+ yrs.

Ready to take your crocheting to another level? Join Elizabeth in this 3-night class where she will teach you how to make a cute crochet basket! This class is a great way for beginner-intermediate crocheters to try their hand at something a little more complex. Though it's a simple pattern, students should have a strong foundational understanding of crocheting.

SUPPLIES:
• One Skein (120yd approx) #4 (medium) cotton yarn
• Single H crochet hook
• Scissors for snipping
• Yarn needle

Download the supplies list here

Supplies list for the Crochet 102 class will also be available on our website.

Minimum: 4   |   Maximum: 8

You know quilting…machine, fabrics, large surface areas…..UGH. Now you can create a beautiful frameable quilt made from luxurious paper!!! Using geometric and decorative paper punches, canvas boards, and quilt square designs, create a gorgeous paper quilt square you can frame. Jeffrey has been creating actual quilts since he was a young guy growing up with quilting grandmothers in the mountains of West Virginia . He has switched to creating paper quilt collages and is eager to share with you this new type of art. You will leave with your own frameable piece of quilt art.

INSTRUCTOR: JEFFREY DARNELL CARPENTER  Granite Bay Care is offering this course……..with Jeffrey Carpenter, the Workforce Development and Training coordinator as the instructor.

This is a Drawing Workshop & Hands-On Asian Fusion Culinary Adventure on Merrymeeting Bay. Escape to Maine for a unique retreat where you get to try both drawing and hands-on Asian Fusion cooking! Truly embody Making Art & Sharing Food on the scenic shores of Merrymeeting Bay. Join drawing instructor Mary Laury to learn the art of seeing and translating observations to paper. Then, with chef Chris Toy, dive into hands-on culinary exploration, where everyone gets to eat the delicious creations! Set your own pace amidst Maine's natural beauty, with kayaks and nature trails available. Feel free to bring musical instruments to share your talents! On-site AirBnB-style accommodations are $200 per person for the weekend (contact Chris Toy at christoy.net@gmail.com), with local hotels and B&Bs also an option. Spaces are limited! Register today for an unforgettable journey of art, food, and discovery. For $595, all workshops and meals are included. Lodging is NOT included. *There is a $50 cancellation fee (no exceptions).

Upcycle those beautiful holiday cars into a striking three-dimensional ornament. Perfect for your decor or as a hostess gift. Instructor has  cards or bring your own. Please bring paper scissors, hot glue gun, and glue sticks $3.00 material fee may apply. 

Instructor: Lucy Hardy has been a teacher of crafts and sewing for 20+ yrs.

Using beads, charms, and jewelry hardware, create an assortment of fabulous earrings for your fashion style!!! Yes, you can even make Holiday earrings too!!!! There is a $10 supply fee. You can even bring your assortment of old beaded jewelry to repurpose!! You will leave with several pairs of earrings to compliment your wardrobe. $10. class fee due to instructor.

INSTRUCTOR: JEFFREY DARNELL CARPENTER  Granite Bay Care is offering this course……..with Jeffrey Carpenter, the Workforce Development and Training coordinator as the instructor.