Arrowmont School of Arts & Crafts

The Art of Woodturning: Start Your Journey February 17 – March 5, 2026Ages 16+ | Open to All Skill LevelsMedium: WoodturningCourse Fee: $300 Begin your exploration of woodturning in this hands-on, skill-building workshop designed for both beginners and those looking to strengthen their foundation. Participants will learn essential techniques including wood preparation, tool selection and […]

Tiny Treats: Exploring Miniature Foods in Polymer Clay Dates: February 17 – March 5, 2026Time: Tuesdays & Thursdays, 5:30–8:30 PMAges: 16+Skill Level: Open to AllMedium: ClayCourse Fee: $300 Step into the charming world of miniatures and learn how to create incredibly realistic miniature foods using polymer clay. This hands-on workshop is perfect for beginners and […]

Handmade Paper, Envelopes, and Books, Oh My! February 17 – March 5, 2026Open to All Skill Levels | Paper & Books Overview Step into the beautiful world of handmade paper and book arts in this creative, beginner-friendly workshop. Perfect for anyone curious about paper crafts, this class will guide you through the fundamentals of papermaking, […]

Let’s Go Big in Clay: Large-Scale HandbuildingFebruary 17 – March 5, 2026Open to All Skill Levels | Ages 16+Medium: Sculpture, Clay OverviewTake on the exciting challenge of large-scale ceramics in this hands-on handbuilding workshop. Students will learn essential techniques such as coil and slab building while creating either a small stool or a side table. […]

A Little Bird Told Me! (Parent & Me, Ages 5–6)February 21, 2026Family-Friendly | Woodworking OverviewSpring is right around the corner! Celebrate the season by building a cozy home for our feathered friends! In this hands-on Parent & Me workshop, children and their grown-ups will learn simple woodworking skills while assembling a wooden birdhouse together. Once […]

Slip Transfer Platters! (Ages 7+)February 21, 2026Family-Friendly | Clay OverviewSpring is on the way! Welcome the season by creating a one-of-a-kind clay planter using slip transfer techniques! Participants will design an image that’s transferred onto clay (similar to a temporary tattoo), then handbuild a planter that’s perfect for spring décor or planting. This workshop is […]

Colorful Turned Candlesticks (Ages 11+) February 21, 2026Family-Friendly WorkshopMedium: Wood | WoodturningCourse Fee: $18 Spend the day creating beautiful, hand-turned votive candlestick holders perfect for your next gathering. In this hands-on workshop, participants will learn the basics of woodturning, including shop safety and foundational techniques, before crafting their own simple candlestick forms. To finish, students […]

Rings, Rings, Rings (Ages 16+) February 21, 2026Family-Friendly WorkshopMedium: Jewelry | MetalsCourse Fee: $18 Create multiple custom rings in just one day in this hands-on metals workshop designed for youth ages 16+ and adults. Participants will learn essential jewelry-making techniques including annealing, forging, texturing, and forming as they craft two styles of adjustable rings using […]

Critter Bead Weaving (Ages 7+) February 21, 2026Family-Friendly WorkshopMedium: Sculpture | Special TopicsCourse Fee: $18 Unleash your creativity in this fun, one-day bead weaving workshop designed for youth ages 7+ and adults of all skill levels. Participants will learn the basics of bead weaving using pony beads and elastic while creating a collection of adorable […]

Starry Night Painting (Parent & Me, Ages 5–6) 📅 Date: February 28, 2026🎨 Medium: 2D Painting👨‍👩‍👧 Family-Friendly💲 Course Fee: $30 (includes one adult + one child) Step into the world of Vincent van Gogh during this special Parent & Me painting class designed for children ages 5–6 and their grown-up companion. Led by an experienced […]

Gatlinburg Smoky Mountain Wine Fest Arrowmont School of Arts & Crafts | Ages 21+ Sip, savor, and soak in the beauty of the Smoky Mountains at the Gatlinburg Smoky Mountain Wine Fest. This is a one-day celebration of wine, art, food, and music set in the heart of Gatlinburg. Guests are invited to enjoy regional […]