Upcoming Programs & Events
Paint a Mandala with Kathy
Dive into the art of mandalas with Kathy, where acrylic paints meet color theory and personal expression. Unleash your creativity by exploring patterns inspired by nature, from flowers to spider webs. Craft your unique mandala and find inner balance. All supplies provided.
Cut Paper Greeting Card Workshop with Martin Wickstrom
Master the art of paper-cut greeting cards with Martin Wickstrom. Discover how to layer shapes for depth, craft balanced compositions, and select stunning color palettes. Walk away with a handmade card and the skills to create more. No experience needed.
Boutique Beading & Jewelry Masterclass with Alicia Marziani
Dive into the art of jewelry making with Alicia Marziani's Boutique Beading & Jewelry Masterclass. Learn essential techniques like flexible beading wire mechanics and secure clasp attachment. Leave with a custom piece and the skills to craft independently. Materials are provided, but bring your own unique touches to personalize your creation.
Santa's View: One-Point Perspective with Kathy
Dive into the holiday spirit with a whimsical art class. Master one-point perspective as you paint Santa spotting cookies through a door. Learn to use vanishing points on canvas, blending structure with creativity. All supplies provided.
Insect & Botanical Stamp Tote Workshop with Martin Wickstrom
Unleash your creativity at the Insect & Botanical Stamp Tote Workshop with Martin Wickstrom. Craft a unique tote bag using pre-carved linoleum stamps, mastering design techniques like repetition and color balance. Leave with a striking, custom creation. No experience required.
Floral Olive Oil Bottle Painting with Brittany Andraka
Unleash your creativity with Brittany Andraka as you paint beautiful floral patterns on glass olive oil bottles. Perfect for personalizing your kitchen or creating a unique gift. Craft, cure, and enjoy a functional piece of art.
Saturday Crafternoon - Crochet a Little Pumpkin
Start date: Saturday, October 24 2026.
Schedule:
Saturday, 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM,
Location: Parlor | 129 Park Avenue, Swarthmore, PA, 19081
Description:
New Saturday Crafternoon series - more workshops coming soon!
Join us to create a charming, plush mini pumpkin, perfect for autumn decor or gifting. This cozy, hands-on workshop walks you step-by-step through basic stitches, shaping, and assembly.
Basic crochet experience recommended, but adventurous beginners are welcome!
All materials provided.
Start a Journaling Habit: A Workshop with Beth from Circle Up
Start date: Saturday, October 17 2026.
Schedule:
Saturday, 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM,
Art Room,
Resource person: Beth Huxta
Location: Art Room | 129 Park Avenue, Swarthmore, PA, 19081
Description:
Have you ever thought, I'd really like to start journaling? Or maybe you've started a journal only to stop after filling a few pages of yet another beautiful notebook. If that sounds familiar, this workshop is for you.
I'll share how I got into the habit of journaling (I wasn't always a journaler!), how I've maintained that habit over time, and what keeps my practice exciting and something I genuinely look forward to. Then we’ll journal together as I guide you through my favorite easy, low-stakes prompts, the ones I return to again and again.
After the workshop, you can try them at home to help build a journaling habit that sticks!