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  • Block Printing Cotton Tote Workshop

    Draw and print your own tote bag in this fun, NEW art class! This course is designed to get you acquainted with the basics of block printing. You will first create a drawing, learn how to transfer and carve the drawing into a lino block and then use printing ink to print the design onto your tote bag, making it completely custom. Don’t want to create your own drawing? No problem! There will be a number of stencils to choose from. This tote bag could make a perfect, hand-made Mother’s Day gift! Gather friends and family and join us! Anyone 14 years or older is welcome. You will leave with new skills in this awesome, art medium AND with your carved block to recreate your design over and over again at home! The tote bag and lino block are included in the $10 supply fee. NOTE LOCATION: Orono Discovery Center, 5050 Independence St., Maple Plain, MN 55359, Room 201. Park in the back north side of the building and enter through Door 5.
  • Bob Ross Oil Painting

    Enjoy this 3-hour class where you will follow the step-by-step instruction in the Bob Ross Wet-on-Wet oil painting technique. The relaxed atmosphere will teach you how to use all the equipment to paint mountains, trees, bushes, lakes, rivers and sunsets. You will walk away with your own Bob Ross replica painting on a 20x16 canvas that you may keep for yourself or give as a gift. All equipment and materials will be provided except for aprons and smocks. Youth ages 13-17 may register and attend with a registered adult. March 25: Sunrise Mountain April 25: Campfire in the Woods
  • Fresh Citrus, Fruity and Floral Spring Soaps

    Create beautiful super moisturizing sulfate-free melt 'n pour soaps with natural nutrient rich oils to gently cleanse and protect your skin. Blend luscious, clean, fresh phthalate-free fragrance oils you'll love for spring: lemon, orange, lime, berries, mango, papaya, peony, jasmine, sage-mint, gardenia, lilac, peach and lots more. Grab your friends, fam and neighbors for a very special night out - especially perfect for the gardeners in your life, and of course Mom (celebrate Mother's Day together)! Teens 12+ are welcome to register with a registered adult. Take home soaps in 4 fragrance blends and DIY recipes. Supply fee of $24 payable to instructor at class. Youth ages 12-17 may register with a registered adult.
  • Glass Mosaic Bird Bath

    This bird bath is made with a terra-cotta drip tray. It is decorated with pieces of stained glass then grouted at the next class. It is beautiful when completed. It can be placed on the ground, on a wrought iron stand or other fun options. If weather permits, we will grout outside. A $15 supply fee is payable to the instructor at class. Youth ages 12-17 may register and attend with a registered adult. NOTE LOCATION: Orono Discovery Center, 5050 Independence St., Maple Plain, MN 55359, Room 201. Park in the back north side of the building and enter through Door 5.
  • Macrame Plant Hangers

    Have you filled all the open areas of your home with beautiful house plants and need to start moving up?! Create a beautiful Chroma Plant Hanger! The chroma plant hanger is a beautiful simple plant hanger. The natural cord used for the majority of the hanger is a quality cord with great texture. This hanger is great because you can customize it by adding one or two colors to the top and bottom knots. The colored cord comes in a wide variety of colors. A natural wooden ring is used to secure the hanger and can fit a wide variety of pot sizes. NOTE LOCATION: Orono Discovery Center, 5050 Independence St., Maple Plain, MN 55359, Room 201. Park in the back north side of the building and enter through Door 5.
  • One-Stroke Flowers

    Learn the art of creating beautiful flower paintings in acrylic paint using only one stroke for each petal or leaf. In this class you will learn the proper technique for loading your brush with paint to create contrast and movement in each leaf and flower. You will also learn a few of the basic strokes needed to create a variety of different flowers and which brushes are best for each stroke. All supplies and materials are included in the registration fee.
  • Stained Glass Bugs

    A friendly bug or creature will be created out of glass nuggets, lead and wire. We will finish one or two free standing projects. All tools are provided. We will be using soldering irons. A $20 supply fee is payable to the instructor at class. Youth ages 12-17 may register and attend with a registered adult. NOTE LOCATION: Orono Discovery Center, 5050 Independence St., Maple Plain, MN 55359, Room 201. Park in the back north side of the building and enter through Door 5.
  • Stained Glass Spider Webs

    Don’t be afraid of this spider! Placed on a window, this amazing web prevents outside birds from crashing into large windows. Create the spider web by soldering wire and then attach a colorful spider. All tools provided. A $15 supply fee is payable to the instructor at class. Youth ages 12-17 may register and attend with a registered adult. NOTE LOCATION: Orono Discovery Center, 5050 Independence St., Maple Plain, MN 55359, Room 201. Park in the back north side of the building and enter through Door 5.
  • Succulent Garden Making

    Try this one-of-a kind succulent garden class! You will be able to design this living work of art with colorful succulents, plus an adorable mushroom figure that adds a whimsical touch. Create it for yourself or give it as a special gift.