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Learn to tackle home improvement projects and unleash your creativity with DIY classes in Chicago, where you can master skills like woodworking, painting, and interior design.

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Sewing 101 Basics

Sew Anastasia

In this class, you will learn all of the basic stitches and techniques including how to thread sewing machine and wind a bobbin. In this class series, you will have a sample binder of personal seam and technique samples, to take with you that will have everything you have learned in it! You can reference this when you are working on a project and forget exactly what the difference between an edge stitch and a top stitch is. Students will build skills...

(6) Beginner 12 and older
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BYOB Mushroom Pottery

Color Cocktail Factory @ 917 W 18th St, Chicago, IL

Unleash your creativity and bring nature into your home with a unique ceramic masterpiece. Join us for a night of pottery and learn how to craft a stunning mushroom-themed bowl and clay mushroom. No experience is required. Don't miss out on this fun-filled event!

(69) Beginner 18 and older
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Organic Soap Making

Color Cocktail Factory @ 917 W 18th St, Chicago, IL

This handmade soap workshop shows you the simple ‘melt and pours’ process, perfect for beginners soap makers. Explore your creative side by designing your very own soap, completely tailored to your dermatological needs and aroma itches. During this 90 minutes session: You will be using our freshly made in the studio melt and pour soap base, which can be made out of virgin olive oil or coconut oil depends on which type is available...

(69) All levels 16 and older
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BYOB Organic Candle Making

Color Cocktail Factory @ 917 W 18th St, Chicago, IL

Discover the art of creating personalized, fragrant candles in a fun and relaxed workshop. Unleash your creativity as you learn the techniques of candle making using various materials, colors, and scents. Join us for a unique and relaxing experience that will leave you with two beautiful candles to enjoy or gift to loved ones.

(69) All levels 16 and older
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Candle Making

Color Cocktail Factory @ 917 W 18th St, Chicago, IL

Forget the same old experience days and come and learn a new skill with our 2 hr workshop on candle making! We teach you how to make your own candles in a fun non-formal environment. Using a wide array of fragrances and colours you can match it to your mood, décor or to give away as gifts. You will make two candles at our studio in Chicago. This more than covers the cost of the course when you compare it to how much a high-end candle is priced....

(69) All levels 16 and older
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Introduction To Woodworking

Chicago School of Woodworking @ 5680 N. Northwest Highway, Chicago, IL

Introduction to Woodworking is a nine week course that serves as the preliminary class in our three course furniture making series. Here you will have an opportunity to learn about the characteristics of wood and the basic principals of woodworking through lectures, demonstrations, and most importantly, practical application. Focusing primarily on the use of hand tools, you will learn how to use a saw, chisel, and hand planes. You’ll learn...

Beginner 18 and older
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Spinning (Throwing) Wheel Pottery Session

Color Cocktail Factory @ 917 W 18th St, Chicago, IL

Discover the art of wheel-throwing pottery and master the essential techniques to create beautiful ceramics. This beginner-friendly course guides you through the process of shaping clay into mugs, bowls, plates, and more, giving your creations a professional finish. Join us for an immersive pottery experience and unleash your creativity.

(69) Beginner 18 and older
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Pussy Pottery

Color Cocktail Factory @ 917 W 18th St, Chicago, IL

Unleash your creativity and explore the art of clay sculpting in this unique ceramics workshop. Join us for a hands-on experience where you'll create one-of-a-kind, unconventional pieces that will leave a lasting impression. No prior experience is required.

(69) All levels 18 and older
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Plate Night! Wheel Pottery Session

Color Cocktail Factory @ 917 W 18th St, Chicago, IL

In this session you will learn how to make plates in two different sizes, small and large. This is a pure wheel-throwing pottery course that will take you through the essential basics of the process. The course has been designed for beginners. During this course, you will learn how to wedge clay to prepare it for the throwing process, centering clay on the wheel, how to throw a cylinder (think mugs or cups), a bowl, a bottle, a plate, and how...

(69) Beginner 16 and older
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Paint Your Own Pottery - 90 Minutes - BYOB

Color Cocktail Factory @ 917 W 18th St, Chicago, IL

Unleash your inner artist and turn pottery into personalized masterpieces in this engaging and hands-on class. Discover the joy of painting and glazing your own pottery with vibrant colors, intricate designs, and flawless finishes. Join us at the Color Cocktail Factory to create functional and beautiful pieces that you can cherish for years to come.

(69) All levels 21 and older
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Wheel Throwing For Beginners

Color Cocktail Factory @ 917 W 18th St, Chicago, IL

Discover the timeless art of pottery with a hands-on course that guides beginners through the essential techniques of wheel throwing. Immerse yourself in the world of ceramics and unlock your creative potential at the esteemed Color Cocktail Factory.

(69) Beginner 16 and older
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Paint Your Own Pottery

Color Cocktail Factory @ 917 W 18th St, Chicago, IL

Unleash your creativity with a wide selection of pottery pieces to paint and decorate at Color Cocktail Factory's pottery workshop. Choose from our menu of handmade pottery and let your artistic talents shine. Everything is included so you can dive right into the pottery-painting experience!

(69) All levels 21 and older
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