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Hedgehog Painted Felt

with Melissa Evans

Mar

March 26th, 2025

$40 More Info

Join us for an afternoon of DIY fun where each participant will make this adorable hedgehog-painted felt hoop artwork. Each participant will get a complete kit to learn to paint with wool, creating this beautiful hedgehog landscape art. This class is meant for beginners. All tools, instructions, and materials will be waiting for you when you arrive—a $ 15 material fee to be paid in cash on the night of your class. Finished pieces measure approximately 6". Melissa started her jewelry business, Gem Lounge Jewelry, in 2009 and is a proud 8th-generation Mainer, having grown up in southern Maine before attending college in New Orleans. Upon graduation, Ms. Evans moved back to New England, eventually settling back in her beloved state of Maine and finding inspiration for her creations all around. While her roots in Maine keep her grounded in the beautiful state, wanderlust brings her on travels around the world.

Wednesday, 3/26, 6:00pm-8:00pm, GMS, $40

Wire Wrapped Rings

with Elise DeSalvo

Apr

April 15th, 2025

$55 More Info

Enjoy a fun evening creating two wire-wrapped rings with Elise Marie DeSigns! Learn how to use bead wrap wire and select beads, find your ring size, and use a ring mandrel! You don't need to bring anything; Elise will get the materials and guide you through the process. We hope to see you there! Elise has a Textiles, Merchandise & Design degree from the University of Rhode Island. She has always loved the "design your own jewelry" approach and tries to preserve that experience. Elise has a custom-built studio space that allows her to have a workshop set up where she can fulfill wholesale orders while also creating a beautiful environment for shopping experiences. Check out her website at elisemariedesigns.com to see Elise's designs or custom-build the perfect piece for you or your lucky gift recipient!

Tuesday, 4/15, 6:00pm-8:30pm, GMS, $55

Decoupage Oyster Shell

with Melissa Evans

Apr

April 16th, 2025

$40 More Info

Join us for a night of DIY fun where each participant will make various decoupage oyster shell products. Each participant will be painting and assembling various trinket dishes and oyster shell ornaments- 4 in total. This class is meant for beginners. All tools, instructions, and materials will be waiting for you when you arrive. A $20 material fee is to be paid in cash on the night of your class. Melissa started her jewelry business, Gem Lounge Jewelry, in 2009 and is a proud 8th-generation Mainer, having grown up in southern Maine before attending college in New Orleans. Upon graduation, Ms. Evans moved back to New England, eventually settling back in her beloved state of Maine and finding inspiration for her creations all around. While her roots in Maine keep her grounded in the beautiful state, wanderlust brings her on travels around the world.

Wednesday, 4/16, 6:00pm-8:00pm, GMS, $40

Moss Wall Art

with Melissa Evans

May

May 14th, 2025

$40 More Info

Join us for an evening of DIY fun where each participant will make a beautiful piece of living art. We will make a moss wall art that each person will get to leave with that day. This class is meant for beginners. All tools, instructions, and materials will be waiting for you when you arrive. A $20 material fee is to be paid in cash on the night of your class. Melissa started her jewelry business, Gem Lounge Jewelry, in 2009 and is a proud 8th-generation Mainer, having grown up in southern Maine before attending college in New Orleans. Upon graduation, Ms. Evans moved back to New England, eventually settling back in her beloved state of Maine and finding inspiration for her creations all around. While her roots in Maine keep her grounded in the beautiful state, wanderlust brings her on travels worldwide.

Wednesday, 5/14, 6:00pm-8:00pm, GMS, $40