Create a unique jewelry box for yourself or as a Valentine’s Day present for someone you love. Using a cigar box, fabric, yarn, ribbons, lace, fancy papers, cabochons and more, fashion a bespoke vessel for sparkles and treasures. Bring photos from home if you wish to incorporate them; otherwise, all materials will be provided. Taught by artist Linda Jensen.

Sat, February 8, 2025 • 10:30 am-12:30 pm Fairmount Ave. United Methodist Church

Adults and Teens

Have a torn but beloved article of clothing you can’t bear to throw away? No need! Bring those pieces and join artist Sara Kerr to learn how to stylishly mend your clothing with visible mending, appliqué patching, and Sashiko stitching. You can also learn how to shorten jeans with the original hem. You’ll keep more clothing from being thrown away OR out of the dump! No previous sewing experience necessary.

Saturday, March 15

In person at ArtStart’s ArtScraps

10:30 - 12:30pm

Adults and Teens

Come celebrate spring at ArtScraps with an evening of art, poetry, and light refreshments. Curated by Patrick Hansel, author of The Devouring Land and Quitting Time. Patrick has twice been nominated for the Pushcart Prize and was part of the Mentor Series for the Loft Literary Center. 

Featuring poets Elle Allen, Kara Olson and Karen Sandberg.

All readings at 7:00 PM

In person at ArtStart’s ArtScraps 

All readings are free, but registration is required.

Patrick Cabello Hansel’s poetry collections are The Devouring Land (Main Street Rag Publishing) Quitting Time (Atmosphere Press) and Breathing in Minneapolis (Finishing Line Press). He has published in over 85 journals, including Crannog, Ilanot Review, Hawai’i Pacific Review, and RiverSedge. Nominated three times for the Pushcart Prize, he has won awards from the Loft Literary Center and MN State Arts Board. His novellas Searching and Returning were serialized in 33 issues of The Alley News. He is the founding editor of The Phoenix of Phillips, a literary journal by and for the most diverse community in Minneapolis. artecabellohansel.com

Spring Arts Camp

Unleash your inner artist and explore Rome at our magical art camp during spring break! Dive into the wonders of Rome through three creative workshops brimming with fun and learning:

Architecture: Create an Elegant Roman Bath House: 9-10:00am

Ancient Rome was famous in its time for vast and elaborate public bath houses. Built using millions of terracotta bricks, these buildings featured fine mosaic floors, decorative statues, and marble walls. Join artist Laurie Witzkowski to make a model of your own Roman bath house, and create a calming bath infusion from herbs. 

Puppetry: Toy Theater & Tall Tales: 10:05-11:05am

Gods and goddesses, monsters and minotaurs! Learn some of the most famous stories of Roman mythology from Julie Boada. Then create a toy theater stage and puppets to retell your favorite Roman tall tale, and perform it for your friends and family! 

Masks: Carnival Follies: 11:10-12:15pm

Since the middle ages, the celebration of Carnival in February has been a chance to don a disguise and dance in the streets. Roman masks are famous for their fanciful designs and sparkle. Artist Gustavo Boada will share some of the traditions and designs of this most colorful holiday of  the Roman calendar. Then create your own gorgeous mask for future celebrations. 

Ages 6 - 12 years
Tuesday – Friday, April 1 – 4, 2025
9 am – 12:30 pm daily

Work with artist Gustavo Boada to learn the technique of dry needle felting as you create your favorite symbol of spring: a baby chick, bunny rabbit, robin, or easter egg! Use felting tools and colorful roving to create your own wooly wonder. All materials provided.

Saturday, April 12

In person at ArtStart’s ArtScraps

10:30 - 12:30pm

Adults and Teens

Tuition: $49 + $5 materials fee

Free Spring Poetry Series: Freedom Struggles

Come celebrate spring at ArtScraps with an evening of art, poetry, and light refreshments. Curated by Patrick Hansel, author of The Devouring Land and Quitting Time. Patrick has twice been nominated for the Pushcart Prize and was part of the Mentor Series for the Loft Literary Center. 

All readings at 7:00 PM

In person at ArtStart’s ArtScraps 

All readings are free, but registration is required.

Patrick Cabello Hansel’s poetry collections are The Devouring Land (Main Street Rag Publishing) Quitting Time (Atmosphere Press) and Breathing in Minneapolis (Finishing Line Press). He has published in over 85 journals, including Crannog, Ilanot Review, Hawai’i Pacific Review, and RiverSedge. Nominated three times for the Pushcart Prize, he has won awards from the Loft Literary Center and MN State Arts Board. His novellas Searching and Returning were serialized in 33 issues of The Alley News. He is the founding editor of The Phoenix of Phillips, a literary journal by and for the most diverse community in Minneapolis. artecabellohansel.com

Be in the Minneapolis May Day Parade with the ArtCars and ArtBikes! Work with artists Tara Fahey and Kallie Melvin to create a fanciful structure from cardboard, from batmobiles to spaceships. Some artful reuse materials will be available to decorate, and you will get a 10% discount code to purchase any additional materials you want at the nearby ArtScraps store. Then join the parade on Sunday, May 4th for a celebration of spring and community.

Saturday, April 26th

In person at Fairmount Ave. United Methodist Church

Families

Bob Ross Style: Happy Little Trees

Artist Bob Ross was famous for his wet-on-wet style painting. In this class, work with artist Kari Fraki to learn some of the techniques that he used to create a landscape painting full of color and texture. Bring a beverage of your choice,  roll up your sleeves,  and get creative in this relaxed evening workshop at the ArtScraps store.

In person at ArtStart’s ArtScraps

6:30 pm -8:30 pm

Tuition: $49

Adults must be 21+