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"Fachwerk" or German-Style Timber Framing

Instructors: Gerald David

Explore the unique style and techniques of German-style timber framing, as well as the history of…

Session Information

Tue, Jul 15th, 2025 – Mon, Jul 21st, 2025
9am-5pm each day

Instructor: Gerald David

“Stained Glass” Nuno Felt Window Hanging

Instructors: Becky Utecht

Design your own “stained glass” nuno felt window hanging to celebrate the sunshine all…

Session Information

Fri, Jun 6th, 2025 – Sat, Jun 7th, 2025
9am-5pm each day

Instructor: Becky Utecht

A Midsommar Feast

Instructors: Anna Sharratt

Come celebrate Swedish Midsommar by Lake Superior! Over two days, students will collaborate to…

Session Information

Fri, Jun 13th, 2025 – Sat, Jun 14th, 2025
Day 1: 9am-4pm; Day 2: 10am-8pm

Instructor: Anna Sharratt

Adirondack Chair Building

Instructors: Randy Schnobrich

Without question, the Adirondack chair is a timeless classic; its high back, large armrests, and…

Session Information

Fri, Mar 7th, 2025 – Sun, Mar 9th, 2025
Day 1-2: 9am-5pm, Day 3: 9am-noon

Instructor: Randy Schnobrich

Advanced Needle Felting and Bead Embroidery

Instructors: Jo Wood

This advanced course is open to those who have taken Jo’s bead and felt class and to students…

Session Information

Fri, Nov 14th, 2025 – Sun, Nov 16th, 2025
9am-5pm each day

Instructor: Jo Wood

Advancing with Coiled Basket Skills

Instructors: Paula Sundet Wolf

Build on your basketry skills by diving into the exciting world of patterns and textures in coiled…

Session Information

Sat, Jun 28th, 2025 – Sun, Jun 29th, 2025
9am-4pm each day

Instructor: Paula Sundet Wolf

All About Beading! A Technical Approach

Instructors: Delaney Keshena

Beading is a contemporary expression in the extensive tradition of Indigenous adornment crafts. This…

Session Information

Fri, May 16th, 2025 – Sun, May 18th, 2025
9am-5pm each day

Instructor: Delaney Keshena

All Ground Up: Sausage Making

Instructors: Jay DeCoux

Make your own sausage, flavored the way you like it, using your favorite meats. As a class,…

Session Information

Sat, May 10th, 2025 – Sun, May 11th, 2025
9am-5pm each day

Instructor: Jay DeCoux

All Things Cardamom

Instructors: Scott Graden

A cherished spice used in cuisines across the world, cardamom reigns supreme in Sweden…

Session Information

Mon, Dec 1st, 2025 – Tue, Dec 2nd, 2025
9am-5pm each day

Instructor: Scott Graden

Anishinaabe-Style Bead Embroidery & Moccasin Sewing

Instructors: Marcie McIntire

Discover the designs, colors, styles, and techniques of traditional bead embroidery as you work…

Session Information

Thu, Sep 4th, 2025 – Sun, Sep 7th, 2025
9am-5pm each day

Instructor: Marcie McIntire

Anishinaabe-Style Beaded Baby Moccasins

Instructors: Marcie McIntire

Discover the designs, color, styles, and technique of traditional bead embroidery while crafting…

Session Information

Sat, May 10th, 2025 – Sun, May 11th, 2025
9am-5pm each day

Instructor: Marcie McIntire

Artisan Breads Immersion

Instructors: Rob Caruson, Amy James

Lace up your baking shoes and get ready for an artisan breads baking marathon. This 2.5…

Session Information

Tue, Feb 25th, 2025 – Thu, Feb 27th, 2025
Day 1: 4-8pm; Days 2-3: 8am-4pm