Upcoming Craft Classes
Mosaic Nightlight
Thursday December 11th 6:30-8:30pm
EcoShip
3248 N Pulaski rd Chicago 60641
$45
Create a dazzling, eco-friendly mosaic night light using colorful plastic scraps for a whimsical touch to any corner. Your instructor, Jessica, will provide all the necessary tools and guidance including hand-made clear plastic pieces made from discarded unrecyclable #6 containers colored with alcohol ink.
Choose from a variety of wood shapes including a holiday tree as well as circles and hearts. You will glue and grout your shape and add fairy lights that shine bright for 50,000 hours before needing a battery change. No glass cutting required. Compostable gloves will be provided for use while grouting.
Class runs 2 hours and your mosaic will be ready to take home with you at the end of the class.
Class is recommended for ages 5+. Children under 12 must be accompanied by an adult. At least one adult per 4 children under 12. Adult does not need to purchase a ticket to supervise child participant(s).
FREE Make & Take
Tuesday December 2nd 5:30-9pm
Lincoln Park Zoo
1411 w Irving Park rd Chicago, IL 60613
Zoolights Admission:
$9.60 Members/$12 Nonmembers
I will be hosting a FREE make & Take at this event-. Come create a one-of-a-kind bookmark or pair of earrings from a huge selection of discarded upholstery samples. All tools and findings will be provided, as well as instruction on how to create your item. Every piece will come with a FREE fabric gift bag as well.
Event Description:
Join us for a festive shopping experience at Holiday Market: A Nowhere Collective Collaboration, where twinkling lights meet local delights!
At this whimsical marketplace, you’ll meet artisans who transform reclaimed materials into one-of-a-kind wonders and shop their handcrafted wares like home goods, garden gear, art, fashion, bath and body items, and more—all while enjoying the 3+ million lights of ZooLights Presented by Invesco QQQ and ComEd along the way.
Whether you’re looking for unique gifts, enjoying a night out, or simply soaking in the spirit of the season, the Holiday Market is a great way to support local businesses and divert would-be waste from landfills.