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Learn to wet felt a gorgeous flower!Saturday, May 10, 9 a.m. - 12 p.m.Join this 3-hour workshop and learn the ancient art of wet felting — the process of loose wool becoming felt. This textile art technique has been used in the making of rugs, homes (yurts) and clothing for centuries. In this workshop, the instructor will guide you, step by step, through the making of a felted flower.Starting with a soft merino wool, you will be creating your own one-of-a-kind flower choosing from a wide selection of dyed wool. After using soap and water to bind the fibers, you will take home a forever flower that will embellish any space. Your flower can be used as a bookmark, tied around a curtain or the strap of a hand bag, placed in a vase or given as a sweet gift…. The possibilities are endless!No experience necessary. Ages 14+ welcome. • Military, first responders and sibling discounts.• Scholarships available.• Homeschool funds accepted.• If this class is full, join the Interest List to be notified.• If you would like to be notified of future offerings, join the Interest List to be notified when new dates or spaces are available.Visit: Wet FeltingSan Diego Craft Collective on Instagram and Facebook

The annual San Ysidro STEM Fair brings together community partners to offer opportunities and lower any barriers to science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) education and careers.This free, equity-centered family event is open to the entire community. The San Ysidro STEM Fair is typically held on a Friday afternoon in April.In 2024, we welcomed over 30 exhibitors including:Learning demonstrations led by San Ysidro District‘s Sci Phy program teachersRobotics demos led by San Ysidro High School’s Cougarbots teamPhysiology demos led by San Ysidro High School‘s MEDICS ClubLocal scientists and STEM career role models STEM student performancesCommunity resourcesRaffles and giveaways If you're interested in attending as an exhibitor in 2025 or would like to stay informed, please take a moment to fill out the short form.Fleet Science Center on Facebook / Instagram / X

Tuesdays, May 6, 13, 20, 6 p.m. - 8 p.m.Absolute Beginner Crochet: Getting Starting!In this crochet workshop, students will learn the fundamental skills of crochet, including starting a project, basic stitches like single crochet (sc), half double crochet (hdc), double crochet (dc), chain (ch) magic circle, and tying off. This three-week course will allow students to learn and practice the basics in-studio, practice at home, and then return with their questions and learn more. No experience necessary.Students are welcome to bring their own yarn and/or hook, but it is not necessary. We will be using size 4 yarn and between 4.00mm and 6.00mm crochet hooks. You don’t have to bring your own supplies but you are welcome to.All materials included.Ages 12+years welcome, or age 10+ with an adult!• Military, first responders and sibling discounts.• Scholarships available.• Homeschool funds accepted.• If this class is full, join the Interest List to be notified.• If you would like to be notified of future offerings, join the Interest List to be notified when new dates or spaces are available.Visit: 3-Week Crochet Fundamentals CourseSan Diego Craft Collective on Instagram and Facebook

In this class you will make a gorgeous, shaped belt bag perfect for your own adventures or gifting. The skills taught in this class include: how to sew darts; sewing a lined welt zip; bias binding; and bag hardware installation. This bag is highly customizable. You will go home with the pattern and ready to practice new bag making skills. An alternative to the webbing strap could be repurposing an old belt, or from a bag you no longer use. Thrift stores are full of interesting belts and hardware to harvest from bags! This class is appropriate for a sewer with knowledge of how to use a sewing machine and sewing basics. If you’re not sure if you’re ready for this class, email and ask any questions you might have beforehand. If you are new to sewing, please check out our beginner classes before enrolling.If you are bringing your own sewing machine, it is very important to make sure it is fully functional. The bag pattern is the Nikola Pouch by Liberty Crossroads.This class is appropriate for ages 14 years and older.Materials fee of $18 (cash only) to be paid to the instructor at the start of the class. • Military, first responders and sibling discounts• Scholarships available• Homeschool funds accepted• If this class is full, join the Interest List to be notified.Visit: Intermediate SewingSan Diego Craft Collective on Instagram and Facebook

Sunday, May 4, 9 a.m. - 12 p.m. -OR- Thursday, May 15, 6:30 p.m. - 9:30 p.m.Bonjour! Welcome to our fragrant adventure! No experience necessary – just bring your curiosity and enthusiasm. Join us in crafting your very own signature scent under the guidance of our in-house French Perfume Designer, Jil Croquet.This workshop is an enjoyable three-hour session where you’ll dive into the art of perfume-making. From uncovering composition secrets to the sheer joy of smelling and blending scents, you’ll gain hands-on experience while learning the basics of fragrance design techniques.All the materials and tools you need are provided and included in the workshop fee. With a carefully curated selection of essential oils, we’ll explore this hidden world together. You’ll leave with your own personalized travel spray as a delightful keepsake of our aromatic journey. Come, let’s discover the captivating world of perfumery!This workshop is perfect for ages 14 and up, so grab a friend or come solo and let’s create some magic together!All materials and tools will be provided, and the cost of materials is included in the workshop fee.• Military, first responders and sibling discounts.• Scholarships available.• Homeschool funds accepted.• If this class is full, join the Interest List to be notified.• If you would like to be notified of future offerings, join the Interest List to be notified when new dates or spaces are available.Visit: Perfume MakingSan Diego Craft Collective on Instagram and Facebook

Learn to make your own Wooden Pen!Sunday, June 8, 9 a.m. - 12 p.m.In this beginner 3-hour woodworking workshop, students will learn basic woodturning techniques, including tool and lathe safety, tool sharpening, how to set up and use a pen mandrel, sizing wood blanks and drilling of the wood blanks for brass tubes to be inserted. Woodturning techniques with woodturning gouges will be covered and the use of a finish will be applied to the finished product.This class is appropriate for ages 16 years and older.All materials included.• Military & first responders discounts.• Scholarships available.• Homeschool funds accepted.• If this class is full, join the Interest List to be notified.• If you would like to be notified of future offerings, join the Interest List to be notified when new dates or spaces are available.Visit: Beginner LatheSan Diego Craft Collective on Instagram and Facebook

Learn Basketry Basics!Saturday, May 3, 1 p.m. - 6 p.m.In this basket weaving workshop, students will learn to weave a traditional round basket while customizing it your way with different color, weave, and rim options. Weaving techniques taught in this class include: twining, over-under interrupted, 3-Rod wale, braided rim, or lashed on rim. The size of each finished basket will be approximately 8 inches at the base and 5 inches high.Students: Please bring sturdy scissors & an old towel if you can!No experience necessary. Ages 16+ welcome.• Military, first responders and sibling discounts.• Scholarships available.• Homeschool funds accepted.• If this class is full, join the Interest List to be notified.• If you would like to be notified of future offerings, join the Interest List to be notified when new dates or spaces are available.Visit: Basket WeavingSan Diego Craft Collective on Instagram and Facebook

In collaboration with So Say We All, the Hausmann Quartet presents "Seven Last Words," a performance of Joseph Haydn’s epic masterpiece alongside spoken word presentations of original works by the authors themselves. The texts will be inspired by the same scripture upon which Haydn based each of the movements of his monumental work, The Seven Last Words of Christ. Originally commissioned for a Good Friday service in 1783, it was adapted for string quartet by the composer and has since become a treasured Easter-time tradition around the world.Hausmann Quartet on Facebook / InstagramSo Say We All on Facebook / Instagram

Learn to needle felt!Saturday, May 3, 9 a.m. - 12 p.m.Learn to create simple sea pebbles from humble wool!Using wool, you will learn and practice needle felting techniques, feeling the cloud of fibers taking body and turning into a beautiful object. Each student will make an assortment of sea pebbles, in different tones, shapes and sizes. They make a lovely decoration, lucky stones, or tokens of friendship!In this class you will learn about wool, how to use different size needles, and felting safety (guards will be supplied for use), as we embark in the meditative process of felting, rounding edges, smoothing angles, and adding delicate veins to make your own personal trompe-l’oeil stones.No experience necessary. Ages 12+ welcome.Materials fee of $5 (cash only) to be paid to the instructor at the start of the class. • Military, first responders and sibling discounts: Email us for more information.• Scholarships available• Homeschool funds accepted• If this class is full, join the Interest List to be notified.• If you would like to be notified of future offerings, join the Interest List to be notified when new dates or spaces are available.Visit: Needle FeltingSan Diego Craft Collective on Instagram and Facebook

Master the Art of Sourdough!Saturday, April 26, 5 p.m. - 7 p.m.This 2-hour class introduces intermediate level topics in sourdough baking, such as heirloom wheat varieties, inclusions, discard recipes, a new less time-intensive bread recipe, and bulk baking.This workshop includes your own take-home loaf of sourdough bread (to bake the next morning).Prerequisite: It is helpful if you have already taken Hands-On Sourdough Bread Workshop &/or already know how to maintain a starter and bake a loaf of sourdough bread before taking this class. We won’t be covering the basic bread recipe or basic starter maintenance.This workshop is for ages 16+years.All ingredients and materials included.• Military, first responders and sibling discounts.• Scholarships available.• Homeschool funds accepted.• If this class is full, join the Interest List to be notified.• If you would like to be notified of future offerings, join the Interest List to be notified when new dates or spaces are available.Visit: Intermediate Sourdough WorkshopSan Diego Craft Collective on Instagram and Facebook