WORKSHOPS
Artisan | STEM | Private
Craft Lake City is proud to host around artisan-led craft workshops each year. Craft Lake City partners with local venues to provide these in-person crafting opportunities in a variety of fun and atmospheric settings. Take a workshop to perfect a skill, kick-start a new hobby, meet like-minded people and support the local maker movement!
Upcoming Workshops
Origami Flower Bouquets
Origami Flower Bouquets
Wednesday, June 25, 2025 – 6:00pm to 8:00pm MST | $42
Holladay City Hall | 4580 South 2300 East Holladay, UT 84117
Join us at Holladay City Hall for a calming, hands-on origami workshop led by local artisan Ginger Shaw! Learn the basics through playful folds, then create a paper vase and vibrant origami flower bouquet to take home.
✨ All materials provided, great for all ages, no experience needed. Space is limited — sign up today!
**This workshop is the first of a three part series emphasizing mindfulness and community connection in partnership with the Holladay Arts Council.
For families, groups and mentor/mentee relationships, we’re able to offer a limited number of 50% off tickets thanks to support from Holladay. Apply HERE.
Wednesday, June 25, 2025 – 6:00pm to 8:00pm MST | $42Â
Holladay City Hall | 4580 South 2300 East Holladay, UT 84117
Join us at Holladay City Hall for a calming, hands-on origami workshop led by local artisan Ginger Shaw! Learn the basics through playful folds, then create a paper vase and vibrant origami flower bouquet to take home.
✨ All materials provided, great for all ages, no experience needed. Space is limited — sign up today!
**This workshop is the first of a three part series emphasizing mindfulness and community connection in partnership with the Holladay Arts Council.
For families, groups and mentor/mentee relationships, we’re able to offer a limited number of 50% off tickets thanks to support from Holladay. Apply HERE.
Ornamental Penmanship
Ornamental Penmanship
Tuesday, July 1, 2025 – 6:00pm to 8:00pm MST | $45Â
PBS Utah | 101 South Wasatch Drive Salt Lake City, UT 84112
Step back in time and experience the art of ornamental penmanship from the early 1800s at PBS Utah Studio with local lettering artist, Skyler Chubak. In this hands-on workshop, you’ll receive step-by-step instruction to learn traditional dip pen and ink techniques in a creative, welcoming environment.
Guided by an expert in lettering and ornamental design, you’ll master the basics of creating an elegant, hand-lettered piece enhanced with charming flourishes and illustrations. You’ll leave with a finished artwork, a deeper understanding of this timeless craft and the skills to continue lettering with pen and ink at home!
This class is perfect for history buffs, art lovers, or anyone curious about the art of hand-lettering.
Space is limited so reserve your spot today! All supplies provided.
Tuesday, July 1, 2025 – 6:00pm to 8:00pm MST | $45Â
PBS Utah | 101 South Wasatch Drive Salt Lake City, UT 84112
Step back in time and experience the art of ornamental penmanship from the early 1800s at PBS Utah Studio with local lettering artist, Skyler Chubak. In this hands-on workshop, you’ll receive step-by-step instruction to learn traditional dip pen and ink techniques in a creative, welcoming environment.
Guided by an expert in lettering and ornamental design, you’ll master the basics of creating an elegant, hand-lettered piece enhanced with charming flourishes and illustrations. You’ll leave with a finished artwork, a deeper understanding of this timeless craft and the skills to continue lettering with pen and ink at home!
This class is perfect for history buffs, art lovers, or anyone curious about the art of hand-lettering.
Space is limited so reserve your spot today! All supplies provided.
Tri-Color Gnocchi WorkshopÂ
with Ana Valdemoros, owner of Argentina’s Best Empanadas
Wednesday, July 9, 2025 – 6:00pm to 8:00pm MST | $42
Square Kitchen Eatery | 2435 South State Street South Salt Lake, UT 84115
Join us as we explore Argentina’s tasty Italian import, gnocchi pasta with instructor Ana Valdemoros. Participants will get to learn how to craft three vegetarian-friendly recipes for the pillowy pasta dumplings, using potatoes, beets and spinach to create three vibrant varieties. Workshop attendees will then master new techniques as they mix, cut, fold and cook the gnocchi. The workshop will conclude with attendees enjoying their culinary creations with delicious sauce prepared by Ana. You’ll want to serve gnocchi with every dish after this class!
All supplies provided and beginners welcome!
Past Workshops
Perfume Mixology
Perfume Mixology
Wednesday, June 18, 2025 – 6:00pm to 8:00pm MST | $42
Holladay City Hall | 4580 South 2300 East Holladay, UT 84117
Create your own custom perfume in this hands-on workshop led by local artist and herbalist, Kora Maeve of Kore Herbalist, at the Holladay Arts Council. In this interactive class, you’ll be guided through the fundamentals of natural perfumery while practicing mindfulness through scent.
Kora will guide you through the basics of scent blending, the benefits of plant-based ingredients and how to blend with intention. This workshop is perfect for those looking to slow down, get creative and engage with the local community. You’ll leave with your own personalized perfume and the knowledge to keep exploring at home.
All materials provided & beginners welcome. Space is limited—sign up today!
**This workshop is the first of a three part series emphasizing mindfulness and community connection in partnership with the Holladay Arts Council.Â
For families, groups and mentor/mentee relationships, we’re able to offer a limited number of 50% off tickets thanks to support from Holladay.
Wednesday, June 18, 2025 – 6:00pm to 8:00pm MST | $42Â
Holladay City Hall | 4580 South 2300 East Holladay, UT 84117
Create your own custom perfume in this hands-on workshop led by local artist and herbalist, Kora Maeve of Kore Herbalist, at the Holladay Arts Council. In this interactive class, you’ll be guided through the fundamentals of natural perfumery while practicing mindfulness through scent.
Kora will guide you through the basics of scent blending, the benefits of plant-based ingredients and how to blend with intention. This workshop is perfect for those looking to slow down, get creative and engage with the local community. You’ll leave with your own personalized perfume and the knowledge to keep exploring at home.
All materials provided & beginners welcome. Space is limited—sign up today!
**This workshop is the first of a three part series emphasizing mindfulness and community connection in partnership with the Holladay Arts Council.
For families, groups and mentor/mentee relationships, we’re able to offer a limited number of 50% off tickets thanks to support from Holladay.Â
Basil Blossom Empanadas
Basil Blossom Empanadas
Wednesday, June 18, 2025 – 6:00pm to 8:00pm MST | $42
Square Kitchen | 751 West 800 South Salt Lake City, UT 84104
Fill & fold (then eat!) delicious vegan empanadas at this hands-on cooking class! Ana will teach attendees how to handcraft Argentine-style empanadas in the mouthwatering flavor: Basil Blossom. Materials will be provided for each attendee to make and enjoy one dozen empanadas.
Beginners are welcome! Craft Lake City is pleased to present another fun and flavor-filled workshop with talented local restaurant owner and chef Ana Valdemoros of Argentina’s Best Empanadas!
Wednesday, June 18, 2025 – 6:00pm to 8:00pm MST | $42Â
Square Kitchen | 751 West 800 South Salt Lake City, UT 84104
Fill & fold (then eat!) delicious vegan empanadas at this hands-on cooking class! Ana will teach attendees how to handcraft Argentine-style empanadas in the mouthwatering flavor: Basil Blossom. Materials will be provided for each attendee to make and enjoy one dozen empanadas.
Beginners are welcome! Craft Lake City is pleased to present another fun and flavor-filled workshop with talented local restaurant owner and chef Ana Valdemoros of Argentina’s Best Empanadas!
Fossil Printmaking
Thursday, June 12, 2025 – 6:00pm to 8:00pm MST | $45Â
PBS Utah | 101 South Wasatch Drive Salt Lake City, UT 84112
Unearth your creativity in this hands-on printmaking class inspired by Walking with Dinosaurs, a 6 part docuseries airing on PBS Utah June 16th.
Led by local printmaker Taelor Worthington of Tae Worth Studio at the PBS Utah News Studio, this beginner-friendly workshop guides participants through the full process of relief printmaking—from carving a design into a soft-cut block to inking and printing on stone-inspired, fine art paper.
Project designs are based on real fossils found in Utah and are thoughtfully adapted by the instructor to be beginner-friendly. You’ll leave with a beautiful fossil print, a reusable carved stamp, skills to continue printmaking at home and a deeper appreciation of Utah’s ancient past.Â
This class is perfect for anyone curious about art, science or both. Space is limited so reserve your spot today! All supplies provided.
Thursday, June 12, 2025 – 6:00pm to 8:00pm MST | $45Â
PBS Utah | 101 South Wasatch Drive Salt Lake City, UT 84112
Unearth your creativity in this hands-on printmaking class inspired by Walking with Dinosaurs, a 6 part docuseries airing on PBS Utah June 16th.
Led by local printmaker Taelor Worthington of Tae Worth Studio at the PBS Utah News Studio, this beginner-friendly workshop guides participants through the full process of relief printmaking—from carving a design into a soft-cut block to inking and printing on stone-inspired, fine art paper.
Project designs are based on real fossils found in Utah and are thoughtfully adapted by the instructor to be beginner-friendly. You’ll leave with a beautiful fossil print, a reusable carved stamp, skills to continue printmaking at home and a deeper appreciation of Utah’s ancient past.
This class is perfect for anyone curious about art, science or both. Space is limited so reserve your spot today! All supplies provided.
How To Paint Your Own Home Mural
with Jazmin Martinez & Liz Lambson
How To Paint Your Own Home Mural
with Jazmin Martinez & Liz Lambson
Wednesday, June 4, 2025 – 6:00pm to 8:00pm MST | FREE
Midvale City Hall | 7505 Holden Street Midvale, UT 84047
Join Craft Lake City for a DIY home mural workshop at the 2025 Los Muros on Main: Midvale City Mural Festival! Whether you’re looking to spruce up your living space, add color to your home office or decorate a bedroom or nursery, you’ll learn all the techniques needed to create your own beautiful, unique and durable indoor home murals.
Two local muralists will demonstrate their distinct techniques and styles for creating in-home murals that are sure to suit a variety of tastes and abilities. Each muralist will cover their unique techniques for a step by step home mural process, including how to scale up a design or image, how to prime your wall and techniques for getting smooth and stunning images and lettering with both a paint brush and aerosols. Beginners welcome!
Wednesday, June 4, 2025 – 6:00pm to 8:00pm MST | FREE
Midvale City Hall | 7505 Holden Street Midvale, UT 84047
Join Craft Lake City for a DIY home mural workshop at the 2025 Los Muros on Main: Midvale City Mural Festival! Whether you’re looking to spruce up your living space, add color to your home office or decorate a bedroom or nursery, you’ll learn all the techniques needed to create your own beautiful, unique and durable indoor home murals.
Two local muralists will demonstrate their distinct techniques and styles for creating in-home murals that are sure to suit a variety of tastes and abilities. Each muralist will cover their unique techniques for a step by step home mural process, including how to scale up a design or image, how to prime your wall and techniques for getting smooth and stunning images and lettering with both a paint brush and aerosols. Beginners welcome!
Visible Mending on Knits
Visible Mending on Knits
Thursday, May 8, 2025 – 6:00pm to 8:00pm MST | $45
PBS Utah | 101 South Wasatch Drive Salt Lake City, UT 84112
Learn creative techniques to repair snags and holes in your favorite knitwear from local artisan, DeeDee of W.B. Thamm. This eco-friendly workshop turns mending into an art form—giving your clothes new life while reducing textile waste.
All supplies provided, no experience necessary. You’re welcome to bring a well-loved sweater to stitch on during class!
Thursday, May 8, 2025 – 6:00pm to 8:00pm MST | $45
PBS Utah | 101 South Wasatch Drive Salt Lake City, UT 84112
Learn creative techniques to repair snags and holes in your favorite knitwear from local artisan, DeeDee of W.B. Thamm. This eco-friendly workshop turns mending into an art form—giving your clothes new life while reducing textile waste.
All supplies provided, no experience necessary. You’re welcome to bring a well-loved sweater to stitch on during class!
Friday, March 21, 2025 – 6:00pm to 8:00pm MST | $45
PBS Utah | 101 South Wasatch Drive Salt Lake City, UT 84112
Join us for an evening of creativity at our Travel Notebook Binding Workshop, taught by local artist Shelby Pence of Shelby ARTifacts at the PBS Utah News Studio!  In this hands-on workshop, Shelby will guide you through the process of transforming a repurposed book cover into a customizable, refillable travel journal—perfect for travelers documenting your adventures, sketching on the go or preserving keepsakes. You’ll learn techniques for securing pages while creating a flexible design that allows you to easily insert and remove pages. Plus, you’ll tailor the contents of your journal to your needs, choosing from lined paper for writing, watercolor paper for painting or envelope-style pages for storing mementos. Inspired by the PBS program Rick Steves’ Europe and his belief that travel opens the door to learning and experiencing new cultures, this journal will help you showcase your own personal travel stories in a meaningful and creative way. Come create your ideal travel companion! You’ll leave with your finished journal and the skills to continue this craft on all your future adventures. All supplies provided, no experience necessary.
Accessibility
Do you have any questions about accessibility, or would you like to request accommodations? If so, please let us know on the workshop ticket registration page, fill our the accessibility form or contact us by emailing info@craftlakecity.com or calling 801-906-8521. Note: While Craft Lake City cannot guarantee that all requests can be met, our team is committed to making reasonable accommodations to ensure that attendees can successfully participate in our programs.
Interested in Teaching a Craft Lake City Workshop?
Click below to submit your request to teach with us or send your ideas to artisancoordinator@craftlakecity.com
Look for These Special Topic Series:
About the New American Workshop Series: With support from the Salt Lake City Arts Council, this workshop series consists of 6 craft classes taught by New American makers from around the world who have made Utah their home. Whether they be refugees, immigrants or children of immigrants, these instructors will share and teach the process behind their art form while attendees learn of the craft’s cultural significance.
About Craft Lake City STEM Labs: If you’ve been to Craft Lake City’s Annual DIY Fest, you’ve no doubt seen the high-tech offerings in the Google Fiber STEM Building. Now we’re bringing that same energy to year-round workshop programming with STEM Labs! Join us for this series of curiosity-oriented makers workshops aimed at connecting science, technology, engineering & math to our established arts & crafts based programming. STEM Labs are designed to make STEM topics approachable, accessible & empowering to people of all ages and backgrounds.
Craft Lake City’s year-round programming is supported in part by the residents of Salt Lake County through the Zoo, Arts & Parks (ZAP) Program, the Salt Lake City Arts Council, the George S. and Dolores Doré Eccles Foundation, and Utah Arts & Museums, with funding from the State of Utah and the National Endowment for the Arts.