2024 Kids Classes
Community Class Registration Opens October 18, 2023.
Registration is by phone. Call Carly at 865-436-5860.
Kids Craft Night Workshops
February 7, Wednesday · 5:30 PM – 8:30 PM · snacks and drink included
$85 registration fee
Feb 7 · Clay Ch-Cha Chia Pet Creation · Rebecca Buglio
Kids ages 5–7
Love animals? Love growing plants? This class is for your little artist! We will be making our own chia pets start to finish. We will start by creating an animal out of pinch pots and then create lines on it for chia seeds to grow. Students will get to decorate their pets with underglaze, and once fired, chia seeds will be provided to grow on top so that students can care for them and watch them grow!
Learn MoreLove animals? Love growing plants? This class is for your little artist! We will be making our own chia pets start to finish. We will start by creating an animal out of pinch pots and then create lines on it for chia seeds to grow. Students will get to decorate their pets with underglaze, and once fired, chia seeds will be provided to grow on top so that students can care for them and watch them grow!
Feb 7 · Intro to Abstract Art and Collage · Erin Achauer
Kids ages 7–9
Students will learn what abstract art is and be encouraged to explore new modes of creating art than they are used to! Students will first use the techniques of paint pouring and finger painting to create a unique, abstract background. With the base created, they will then prepare materials to add collage elements to the painting.
Learn MoreStudents will learn what abstract art is and be encouraged to explore new modes of creating art than they are used to! Students will first use the techniques of paint pouring and finger painting to create a unique, abstract background. With the base created, they will then prepare materials to add collage elements to the painting.
Feb 7 · Novelty Candles & Scented Vessels · Amy Overbeck
Kids ages 9–12
Students will select a novelty candle option and learn how to de-mold a candle! Techniques and skills for how to prep your candle for completion will be covered. You will have the option of using wax, paint, or both to color your candles and then glaze your candle for a shiny finish. While your candle dries, you’ll wick & re-pour the mold while also creating a 2-wick & 1 -8oz scented candle.
Learn MoreStudents will select a novelty candle option and learn how to de-mold a candle! Techniques and skills for how to prep your candle for completion will be covered. You will have the option of using wax, paint, or both to color your candles and then glaze your candle for a shiny finish. While your candle dries, you’ll wick & re-pour the mold while also creating a 2-wick & 1 -8oz scented candle.
Feb 7 · Gelli Printing and Transfers · Meg Gould
Kids ages 11–13
Students will get messy and experiment with various ways to work with Gelli printing plates in this one night workshop. This class will focus more on the process and techniques of printing rather than the final results, so come ready to learn, print and transfer.
Learn MoreStudents will get messy and experiment with various ways to work with Gelli printing plates in this one night workshop. This class will focus more on the process and techniques of printing rather than the final results, so come ready to learn, print and transfer.
Feb 7 · Wire Wrapped Bead Rings & Pendants · Susan Parry
Kids ages 12–15
Students will learn how to make several basic rings and a simple pendant using Parawire (a high-quality silver-plated craft wire) and stone and glass beads. The class will start with a basic introduction to the tools used in making wire wrap jewelry along with a brief explanation of the history behind this craft.
Learn MoreStudents will learn how to make several basic rings and a simple pendant using Parawire (a high-quality silver-plated craft wire) and stone and glass beads. The class will start with a basic introduction to the tools used in making wire wrap jewelry along with a brief explanation of the history behind this craft.
Feb 7 · Handmade Chopsticks · Heather Ashworth
Kids ages 14–18
Love eating with chopsticks? Want to own your very own handmade set? Students in this one night class will learn to hand plane two sets of chopsticks to enjoy delicious meals with. Some design elements will be discussed during class to make your chopsticks unique, and all sets will be finished with food safe finish.
Learn MoreLove eating with chopsticks? Want to own your very own handmade set? Students in this one night class will learn to hand plane two sets of chopsticks to enjoy delicious meals with. Some design elements will be discussed during class to make your chopsticks unique, and all sets will be finished with food safe finish.
Kids Camp Workshops
January 20, 27, & February 3, Three Saturdays · 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM · lunch celebration on final day at 12pm for families and students
$125 registration fee
Jan 20, 27, & Feb 3 · Story Telling Across Mediums · Brianna Carroll
Kids ages 5–7
In this three day camp we will create a variety of projects that could be used to tell a story. Make your very own mask from recycled materials, let your imaginations run WILD by creating a dinosaur land and find your inner Van-Gogh through paints. The possibilities are endless for this story time filled class.
Learn MoreIn this three day camp we will create a variety of projects that could be used to tell a story. Make your very own mask from recycled materials, let your imaginations run WILD by creating a dinosaur land and find your inner Van-Gogh through paints. The possibilities are endless for this story time filled class.
January 20, 27, & February 3 · Printshop! · Kelly Sullivan
Kids ages 7–9
In this camp we will be making multiples! Campers will make “plates” from different materials, learn to print with different inks, and print on different papers. In three fun-filled classes students will mix colors, roll ink, print by hand, and learn to use the press in our Printshop!
Learn MoreIn this camp we will be making multiples! Campers will make “plates” from different materials, learn to print with different inks, and print on different papers. In three fun-filled classes students will mix colors, roll ink, print by hand, and learn to use the press in our Printshop!
Jan 20, 27, & Feb 3 · PULP: Painting, Casting, and Folding Paper · Katie Sharpe
Kids ages 9–12
We will delve into all things paper in this camp. Each day will focus on a different paper skill: making sheets of paper from pulp, casting pulp in molds and over natural textures, creating a paper painting with shaped sheets and pulp paint, then learning origami folding with our handmade paper. Camp will be structured for students to take all projects home on the last day. Students should be prepared to work with lots of water!
Learn MoreWe will delve into all things paper in this camp. Each day will focus on a different paper skill: making sheets of paper from pulp, casting pulp in molds and over natural textures, creating a paper painting with shaped sheets and pulp paint, then learning origami folding with our handmade paper. Camp will be structured for students to take all projects home on the last day. Students should be prepared to work with lots of water!
Jan 20, 27, & Feb 3 · Enameled Wearable Art · Vickie Bradshaw
Kids ages 12–15
This class offers hands-on experience in crafting personalized, wearable art using copper and enamels. Students will design and create their own pendants and earrings, learning essential techniques such as sawing, filing, and texturing copper sheets to achieve unique designs. By adding powdered enamels to the metal, they will infuse vibrant colors and enhance the durability of the copper pieces, resulting in a stunning line of self-made jewelry for each student to cherish.
Learn MoreThis class offers hands-on experience in crafting personalized, wearable art using copper and enamels. Students will design and create their own pendants and earrings, learning essential techniques such as sawing, filing, and texturing copper sheets to achieve unique designs. By adding powdered enamels to the metal, they will infuse vibrant colors and enhance the durability of the copper pieces, resulting in a stunning line of self-made jewelry for each student to cherish.
Jan 20, 27, & February 3 · Intro to Turning · Heather Ashworth
Kids ages 14–18
In this class, students will learn the basics of woodturning through various projects weekly. We will start with shop safety and quick practice projects. By the end of the workshop camp, students will have a pair of objects that will be enjoyed by all for years to come.
Learn MoreIn this class, students will learn the basics of woodturning through various projects weekly. We will start with shop safety and quick practice projects. By the end of the workshop camp, students will have a pair of objects that will be enjoyed by all for years to come.
Spring Family Workshops
March 2, Saturday · 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM · lunch provided
$90 registration fee
Mar 2 · Spring Peepers · Amy Evans
Parent and me option for 5-7, $95
The earliest sign of spring is the song of the peeper. In this class, we will spend the morning building frogs out of earthenware clay. After lunch, we will paint, decorate, and finalize our creations. These frog sculptures can make wonderful additions to your family's garden and flower beds.
Learn MoreThe earliest sign of spring is the song of the peeper. In this class, we will spend the morning building frogs out of earthenware clay. After lunch, we will paint, decorate, and finalize our creations. These frog sculptures can make wonderful additions to your family's garden and flower beds.
Mar 2 · Personalized Platters with Slip Transfer · Amanda Humphreys
Adults, kids ages 7+
Make a unique, personalized platter or tray in this one day class. Participants will learn the techniques to illustrate and underglaze a simple image of their creation and then transfer the image to a slab of clay from newsprint. We will then use press molds to form out slabs into platters or trays. Come try out the magic of slip tranfers in clay.
Learn MoreMake a unique, personalized platter or tray in this one day class. Participants will learn the techniques to illustrate and underglaze a simple image of their creation and then transfer the image to a slab of clay from newsprint. We will then use press molds to form out slabs into platters or trays. Come try out the magic of slip tranfers in clay.
Mar 2 · Embroidered Initial · Kelly Sullivan
Adults, kids ages 9+
Learn five fun embroidery stitches while designing your very own Initial Wall Hanging. Students will learn: back stitch, running stitch, seed stitch, blanket stitch and French knots. Stencils will be used to create backgrounds and the initial of your choice! Final pieces will be wrapped around a 6x6 wooden panel and students will learn how to finish the backing of their piece for display!
Learn MoreLearn five fun embroidery stitches while designing your very own Initial Wall Hanging. Students will learn: back stitch, running stitch, seed stitch, blanket stitch and French knots. Stencils will be used to create backgrounds and the initial of your choice! Final pieces will be wrapped around a 6x6 wooden panel and students will learn how to finish the backing of their piece for display!
Mar 2 · Mountain Flower Market Basket · Sheri Burns
Adults, kids ages 12+
Students in this class will learn to make their very own Mountain Flower market basket. This basket is a traditional market basket with a rectangle handle incorporated into the body of the basket for sturdiness. Perfect for beginners or more advanced basket makers! The basket will be embellished with flowers made from the weaving material that has been dyed in yellow, pink and purple.
Learn MoreStudents in this class will learn to make their very own Mountain Flower market basket. This basket is a traditional market basket with a rectangle handle incorporated into the body of the basket for sturdiness. Perfect for beginners or more advanced basket makers! The basket will be embellished with flowers made from the weaving material that has been dyed in yellow, pink and purple.
Mar 2 · Sweet Relief: Intro to Relief Printmaking · Caleb Houston
Adults, kids ages 15+
Students in this class will learn the skills and techniques needed to dive into relief prints! This class is a short introduction to small scale relief print, including how to carve blocks from materials such as linoleum and MDF, and how to ink and print them both with a printing press and by hand at home where tools and equipment may be limited.
Learn MoreStudents in this class will learn the skills and techniques needed to dive into relief prints! This class is a short introduction to small scale relief print, including how to carve blocks from materials such as linoleum and MDF, and how to ink and print them both with a printing press and by hand at home where tools and equipment may be limited.
Mar 2 · Spring Stained Glass Suncatcher · Dawn Edwards
Adults, kids ages 15+
In this class, students will get to experience each of the steps in the copper-foil method of making stained glass art. Students will learn to select a pattern, select, cut, grind, clean, and apply copper foil to the glass, solder the glass pieces together and finally, how to add a jump ring from which to hang the suncatcher. At the end of the class each student will possess their own unique stained glass suncatcher to hang in a window and enjoy as we gain back some daylight in Spring.
Learn MoreIn this class, students will get to experience each of the steps in the copper-foil method of making stained glass art. Students will learn to select a pattern, select, cut, grind, clean, and apply copper foil to the glass, solder the glass pieces together and finally, how to add a jump ring from which to hang the suncatcher. At the end of the class each student will possess their own unique stained glass suncatcher to hang in a window and enjoy as we gain back some daylight in Spring.
Arrowmont is being supported, in whole or in part, by federal award number SLFRP5534 awarded to the State of Tennessee by the U.S. Department of Treasury.