Craftcation 2026: Full Schedule

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11:30am PDT

Wednesday April 8, 2026 11:30am - 1:30pm PDT

Join us for a relaxed craft hang at one of our favorite Ventura spots, ArtHouse & Co.. This is a low-key, come-as-you-are gathering where you can bring any work-in-progress, pull up a chair, and spend some time crafting and connecting with fellow Craftcation attendees.

ArtHouse & Co. will have tables and chairs set up so you can settle in, hang out, and make things in a cozy, inspiring space. While you’re there, be sure to browse their beautiful selection of books, home goods, and creative supplies. Craftcation attendees get 10% off anything in the shop (except Legos).

Make a little afternoon of it by popping into Findings Market just across the street and Smitten Bookstore around the corner — two more of our favorite local shops. And if you’re hungry or thirsty, Model Citizen is right next door and serves some of the best food and drinks in town.

No agenda, no pressure — just crafting, community, and exploring Ventura together.

Wednesday April 8, 2026 11:30am - 1:30pm PDT
Off Campus - Arthouse & Co.

Special Events

2:00pm PDT

Human Design for Creatives

Wednesday April 8, 2026 2:00pm - 4:00pm PDT

C-Street Board Room

Align Your Business with Your Energy Type: Discover how to run your business your way — based on your unique Human Design. In this workshop, you’ll receive your personal Human Design chart and learn how to work with your Type, Strategy, and Profile to make aligned decisions, avoid burnout, and enjoy life more. Whether you're a Generator, Projector, Reflector, Manifestor, or Manifesting Generator, you'll walk away with practical tools to create more ease, flow, and authenticity in your business. We'll break it down in a fun, easy-to-digest way with plenty of time for discussion, questions, and aha moments.

Presenters

Kerry Burki

Kerry Burki is an intuitive mentor, author, and yoga teacher who helps sensitive, soulful creatives reconnect with their inner magic. Through her books and her cozy online space, Uplifted Vibes Village, she empowers people to embrace their beautiful, messy, authentic selves. Kerry... Read More →

Wednesday April 8, 2026 2:00pm - 4:00pm PDT
C-Street Board Room

Business

2:00pm PDT

The Framework: 4 Steps to Create Change

Wednesday April 8, 2026 2:00pm - 4:00pm PDT

Salon 1

Stuck? Something has to change, you’re trying everything, and nothing you’re trying works. In this session, learn the 4-step Framework high-ticket coaches follow to create change in clients’ lives. Anyone can follow this proven process, which has its roots in ancient cultures, psychology, and neuroscience. You’ll leave this session with practical tools you can use now, from changing your personal life to accelerating growth in your business.

Presenters

Jennifer Priest

Wednesday April 8, 2026 2:00pm - 4:00pm PDT
Salon 1

Business

2:00pm PDT

Dot Painting - Session 1

Wednesday April 8, 2026 2:00pm - 4:00pm PDT

The Nook (Atrium Mezzanine)

Mandala dot art painting on choice of wooden cutouts or panels, canvas, rocks, or plastic disc shaped ornaments.

Presenters

Ondria Caffey

Purses & Proverbs

Ondria is co-operator of Purses & Proverbs in S. Plainfield, NJ and a Craftcation alumna! While she's a serial hobbyist, she loves dot art; both doing and teaching. She paints ornaments, wall decor and what she likes to refer to as functional art. If you stand still long enough, she... Read More →

Wednesday April 8, 2026 2:00pm - 4:00pm PDT
The Nook (Atrium Mezzanine)

Casual Craft

2:00pm PDT

Rubber Stamp Carving - Session 1

Wednesday April 8, 2026 2:00pm - 4:00pm PDT

The Loft (Upstairs Annex)

Learn how to make your own rubber stamp! We'll discuss how to use positive and negative space to achieve the look you want, plus tips for transferring your design to a rubber block and carving it out.

Presenters

Emily Benson

Emily has been sewing since she can remember, and after a little over a decade as a photographer, she made a career pivot and went back to her first love, pursuing a degree in Fashion Design and Merchandising, and is now completing her Master of Education with the goal of training... Read More →

Wednesday April 8, 2026 2:00pm - 4:00pm PDT
The Loft (Upstairs Annex)

Casual Craft

2:00pm PDT

Big-Ass Beaded Hoop Earrings

Wednesday April 8, 2026 2:00pm - 4:00pm PDT

Solimar

Learn to stitch beads onto hoops to create a pair of bodacious earrings!
Using a modified brick stitch, you'll make a beautiful and eye-catching pair of personalized hoop earrings.
Perfect for intermediate beaders or patient beginners.
This workshop uses very small beads, metal hoops, ear wires, and beading thread. Attendees will receive printed detailed instructions with diagrams.

Presenters

Richelle Shadoan

Artist, Red Scorpio Made

Richelle Shadoan is a neurodivergent artist and crafter who's been creating since she was old enough to hold a crayon. Her life motto is "Make something, you'll feel better," and she has a passion for sharing the power of creativity to heal. Teaching is her favorite way to spread... Read More →

Wednesday April 8, 2026 2:00pm - 4:00pm PDT
Solimar

Craft

2:00pm PDT

Create Sellable Products like a Pro - Session 1

Wednesday April 8, 2026 2:00pm - 4:00pm PDT

Salon 2

Join Avery for a fun, hands-on workshop where you’ll learn how to use UV DTF transfers (one of the fastest‑growing decoration methods in the craft and small‑business world) by making one-of-a-kind products in this class. We’ll teach you how to turn your art into sellable products and how to elevate them with simple, polished packaging that help your creations stand out and sell.

Wednesday April 8, 2026 2:00pm - 4:00pm PDT
Salon 2

Craft

2:00pm PDT

Creative Play with Gelli Plate Printing - Session 1

Wednesday April 8, 2026 2:00pm - 4:00pm PDT

Rincon

Get creative with different techniques using Gelli Plates & acrylic paint. Explore techniques such as blending colors for gradient printing, manipulating paint on the plate & using stencils. Plus get creative with some advanced techniques using magazine transfers and laser print transfers.

Presenters

Allison Kreft

Allison Kreft is an artist, designer, & photographer with 20 years of experience. While working to bring her own creativity to life in different mediums she also loves to collaborate with artists and designers. In her free time you can find Allison pursuing her passion as a glass... Read More →

Wednesday April 8, 2026 2:00pm - 4:00pm PDT
Rincon

Craft

2:00pm PDT

Crochet an Adorable Fruit Bag Charm

Wednesday April 8, 2026 2:00pm - 4:00pm PDT

Faria

Crochet a whimsical fruit charm for your bag! Choose to make the watermelon, lime, orange, or apple. We'll be crocheting them in the round - so you'll learn all about the math (not hard, I promise!) of crocheting flat circles, as well as tips on crocheting in the round, starting with a magic ring, and changing colors. A little bit of embroidery, a little bit of stuffing, and joining with crochet will finish off these adorable charms. This is a fun and satisfying project for those that already know the basics of crochet: how to chain, single crochet, and count stitches.

Presenters

Katherine Fedewa

SweaterBabe

Katherine Fedewa turned her passion for knitting & crochet into a thriving pattern business, SweaterBabe.com. Since 2003, she's designed 350+ modern yet classic patterns, many with pretty lace and cable details. Based in Orange County, CA, she loves to teach knitting, crochet, and... Read More →

SweaterBabe Adorable Crochet Fruit Charm Pattern pdf

Wednesday April 8, 2026 2:00pm - 4:00pm PDT
Faria

Craft

2:00pm PDT

Floral Embroidery Basics

Wednesday April 8, 2026 2:00pm - 4:00pm PDT

Emma Wood 2

Want to learn hand embroidery but don't know where to start? Start with flowers! Floral embroidery is one of the most traditional ways to get started this craft, but it doesn't have to be boring. This beginner project will walk you through 6 essential techniques to get you started on your stitching journey. Pick your own colors and stitch up your bouquet!

Presenters

Tiffany Tzeng

Stitches By Tiff

Tiffany "Tiff" Tzeng is an embroidery artist and instructor based in San Jose, CA who loves designing and stitching hand embroidery patterns for crafters of all skill levels. Since she first picked up a hoop and needle in 2018, Tiff has been inspired by bold colors and mixing modern... Read More →

Wednesday April 8, 2026 2:00pm - 4:00pm PDT
Emma Wood 2

Craft

2:00pm PDT

Jesmonite® AC100 Eco-Resin Basics: Cast & Create Your Own Project - Session 1

Wednesday April 8, 2026 2:00pm - 4:00pm PDT

Emma Wood Terrace

New to Jesmonite® and eco-resin? This beginner-friendly workshop is the perfect place to start! Join Jen Ross, founder of FTC Creative and the official U.S. hub for Jesmonite®, as she guides you step by step through the basics of mixing, coloring, and casting with Jesmonite® AC100, an eco-friendly, water-based resin loved by makers worldwide.

Choose from a variety of molds — trinket trays, small pots, or candle holders — and customize your project using our 13 vibrant liquid pigments. Jen will demonstrate techniques for achieving bold solid colors and soft marbling so you can design a one-of-a-kind piece that reflects your personal style.

By the end of class, you’ll complete your eco-resin project and leave with a finished creation ready to take home and display. Perfect for first-time crafters and curious makers alike!

Presenters

Jen Ross

President, FTC Creative

Jen Ross is the founder of FTC Creative, the official U.S. hub for Jesmonite®, an eco-friendly resin loved by makers worldwide. A self proclaimed “hobby dabbler,” she’s passionate about helping creators of all levels explore, experiment, and create amazing things with Jesm... Read More →

Wednesday April 8, 2026 2:00pm - 4:00pm PDT
Emma Wood Terrace

Craft

2:00pm PDT

Tattoo Moisturizing and Brightening Salve - Session 1

Wednesday April 8, 2026 2:00pm - 4:00pm PDT

Zuma

Approximately 32% of American adults have at least one tattoo according to the Pew Research Center! The tattoo industry is expected to grow from $2 billion last year to a nearly $4 billion dollar industry by 2030 according to Fortune Magazine.
Whether you will be selling to this burgeoning market or just moisturizing your own ink, this workshop is for you. In this hands-on session, participants will craft a safe and soothing tattoo salve. You’ll learn which ingredients are best, which to avoid, and how to customize recipes for specific needs. Leave with a base recipe, a list of trusted suppliers, substitution tips, and two containers of your own handmade tattoo salve! No experience necessary!

Presenters

Faye Landsman

Bee.Witched

Faye is a beekeeper, plant witch & the owner of BeeWitched, a honey, food, & skincare company. She teaches beekeeping, canning & preserving for various outlets. As a founding member of LA Stitch n Bitch, Faye has taught crochet for 20 years & believes granny squares are the building... Read More →

Wednesday April 8, 2026 2:00pm - 4:00pm PDT
Zuma

Craft

2:00pm PDT

UV Resin: Blooming Flower Teardrop Earrings - Session 1

Wednesday April 8, 2026 2:00pm - 4:00pm PDT

Emma Wood 1

Join us for a hands-on resin workshop where you’ll learn how to create stunning blooming flower earrings using UV resin and vibrant alcohol inks. You'll be guided step-by-step through mixing, pouring, and manipulating the inks to achieve beautiful floral effects. Perfect for beginners and craft lovers alike, this workshop is both fun and relaxing. You'll leave Craftcation with your own handmade pair of beautiful earrings and the skills to keep creating at home!

Presenters

Melanie Waters

Purses & Proverbs

My name is Melanie and I am co-operator of Purses & Proverbs in South Plainfield, NJ and a Craftcation alumna! I have a passion for teaching others and imparting gems that will help them flourish and grow into all that they were created to be. Because of that passion, I am always... Read More →

Wednesday April 8, 2026 2:00pm - 4:00pm PDT
Emma Wood 1

Craft

2:00pm PDT

Flower Pounding - Session 1

Wednesday April 8, 2026 2:00pm - 4:00pm PDT

Dyeing Annex

Explore the beautiful and meditative practice of flower pounding, a hands-on art form that transforms fresh blooms into vibrant, nature-inspired prints. In this workshop, you’ll learn how to harness the natural pigments of flowers to create a one-of-a-kind botanical design on fabric.

Session Highlights:
-Tips for prepping your fabric with a mordant so it better accepts and retains natural dye
- Learn the techniques for pounding flowers into fabric to achieve colorful, detailed prints
- Explore tips for layout, composition, and creating balanced, eye-catching designs
- Discover how to care for your custom tea towel to preserve its natural beauty

No experience is needed—just bring your creativity and a love of flowers. You’ll leave with a functional and beautiful tea towel, plus the inspiration and skills to continue this craft at home.

Presenters

Ashley Rodgers

The Works Seattle

Ashley is a lifelong crafter, proud dog mom and avid knitter who turned her love of making into a full-time gig at The Works Seattle. Known as the team’s “Jane of all trades,” she teaches watercolor, stained glass, terrariums and more, helping everyone discover their creative... Read More →

FlowerPoundingHandoutExample pdf

Wednesday April 8, 2026 2:00pm - 4:00pm PDT
Dyeing Annex

Dyeing

2:00pm PDT

Lazy Summer Shirred Sundress - Session 1

Wednesday April 8, 2026 2:00pm - 4:00pm PDT

Salon 5

You love my draft-your-own custom size garment projects, now let's take those skills and make a DRESS. Yes, a whole dress. With no paper pattern, just some basic measurements and a little bit of math. We'll learn how to use elastic thread to create stretchy shirring and make the perfect summer sundress that fits you EXACTLY the way you want it to.

Presenters

Victoria Meyers

Victoria Ann Meyers

Victoria Ann Meyers is a multipassionate creative and homeschooling mom of two based in the suburbs of Los Angeles. After graduating from fashion school and becoming a BurdaStyle certified sewing instructor in 2017, she’s spent the past 8 years guiding her students through mastering... Read More →

Wednesday April 8, 2026 2:00pm - 4:00pm PDT
Salon 5

Sewing

2:00pm PDT

Super Simple Vest

Wednesday April 8, 2026 2:00pm - 4:00pm PDT

Seaward A

Ready to dip your toe into garment sewing without spiraling into pattern panic? Super Simple Vest is the perfect beginner-friendly intro to making something you’ll actually wear.

In this workshop, you’ll sew a clean, easy vest that’s endlessly customizable. Keep it classic and monochromatic, or go full creative gremlin and mix fabrics, contrast the pockets, or add your own embellishments. This is a choose-your-own-adventure situation — and you’ll walk away with a handmade layer that feels very you.

If you’ve been wanting to try garment sewing but felt intimidated, this is your soft entry point.

Presenters

Anzhela Martynava

Wednesday April 8, 2026 2:00pm - 4:00pm PDT
Seaward A

Sewing

4:30pm PDT

Meet and Greet for First Time Attendees, Introverts and Solo Travelers

Wednesday April 8, 2026 4:30pm - 5:30pm PDT

Emma Wood 1

New to Craftcation? Traveling solo? Feeling a little shy? This special meet-and-greet is just for you! Hosted by our friendly Craftcation Ambassadors, this welcoming event is designed to help first-time attendees, solo travelers, and introverts feel right at home.

Join us for:
✨ An open forum Q&A where you can ask questions and get helpful tips.
✨ Fun and low-pressure “get-to-know-ya” activities to spark connections.
✨ The perfect opportunity to meet fellow attendees and start building your Craftcation community.

Come as you are and leave with new friends, helpful insights, and a sense of belonging. We can’t wait to meet you!

Wednesday April 8, 2026 4:30pm - 5:30pm PDT
Emma Wood 1

Special Events

6:00pm PDT

Opening Celebration & Crafty Hour

Wednesday April 8, 2026 6:00pm - 8:30pm PDT

Salon 2

Kick off Craftcation with creativity and connection at our Opening Ceremony and Crafty Hour. Enjoy multiple make-and-take craft stations to spark inspiration and meet fellow attendees. Nicole will warmly welcome you and share the excitement for the days ahead. It’s the perfect start to an unforgettable weekend of creativity and community!

Wednesday April 8, 2026 6:00pm - 8:30pm PDT
Salon 2

Special Events

6:30pm PDT

Crafty Hour - Bejeweled Fish Pins

Wednesday April 8, 2026 6:30pm - 8:30pm PDT

Salon 1

Make your own sparkling sardine pin - no experience required! We’ll provide everything you need, from colorful felt bases to a sparkling mix of beads, gems, and sequins. Choose your favorite felt color and use simple templates to shape your fish, then bring it to life with your own glittery flair. Along the way, you’ll learn helpful tricks for gluing tiny embellishments with ease. To finish, you’ll add a secure pin backing so your creation is ready to wear or gift. You’ll leave with a one-of-a-kind accessory that’s equal parts playful and dazzling.

Presenters

Kellie Phelan

Owner, The Works Seattle

I spent the first decade of my career working in environmental consulting and now seek to change the world on a much more local level - by building community, connecting over passions, and sharing skills. I founded The Works Seattle in 2018 as a place to do just that. The Works offers... Read More →

Wednesday April 8, 2026 6:30pm - 8:30pm PDT
Salon 1

Make & take

6:30pm PDT

Crafty Hour - Scrappy Fabric Tassel Bag Charm

Wednesday April 8, 2026 6:30pm - 8:30pm PDT

Salon 2

Turn your fabric scraps into something stylish! In this fun, hands-on workshop, we’ll upcycle leftover fabric into a colorful tassel and combine it with beads to create a one-of-a-kind bag charm. Finished with a lobster clasp and key ring, your charm will be ready to hang on a purse, tote, or backpack—or to gift to a friend!

Using simple techniques, we’ll string together our beads/spool, and tassel with durable beading cord, learning how to balance colors, textures, and lengths for a polished look. No prior jewelry or crafting experience is necessary—just bring your creativity and love for handmade details.

Key Learnings:
-How to transform scrap fabric into a tassel.
-Basics of stringing and securing beads on beading cord.
-Attaching findings (lobster clasp, key ring) for a professional finish.
-Tips for mixing colors and textures to create a personalized charm.

Presenters

Jenny Lounibos

Crafty Earth Monkey LLC

Jenny Lounibos is a lifelong crafter who turns discarded materials into joyful, upcycled creations. She’s the owner of Crafty Earth Monkey and winner of the 2023 Craftcation Iron Crafter competition. With a background in theatre and improv, Jenny leads fun, mindful workshops that... Read More →

Scrappy Fabric Tassel Purse Charm Instructions pdf

Wednesday April 8, 2026 6:30pm - 8:30pm PDT
Salon 2

Make & take

6:30pm PDT

Crafty Hour - Self-Congratulatory Badges

Wednesday April 8, 2026 6:30pm - 8:30pm PDT

The Loft (Upstairs Annex)

Make a badge to congratulate yourself on being unapologetically YOU!

Presenters

Dari Litchman

Owner/Operator, The Craft Salon

Dari Litchman the owner and operator of The Craft Salon in Brooklyn, NY. She also goes by her alias “The Craft Whisperer”. Dari has led workshops with BUST MAGAZINE, BROOKLYN BRAINERY, FOUNDERS WORKSPACE, FROST VALLEY YMCA, CRAFTJAM, CRAFTCATION, and has been featured in SWEET... Read More →

Wednesday April 8, 2026 6:30pm - 8:30pm PDT
The Loft (Upstairs Annex)

Make & take

6:30pm PDT

Crafty Hour - Storytelling Stamping by CraftyChica

Wednesday April 8, 2026 6:30pm - 8:30pm PDT

Salon 2

In this session, guests will create a stamped design on a postcard by choosing from a variety of hand-carved stamps by Kathy Cano-Murillo. Kathy assigned each stamp has a specific meaning. They will then take their postcard to Kathy and she will tell them their "story" based on the layout and stamps they used. They can then use the postcard to journal, or hopefully learn something new about themselves.

Presenters

Kathy Cano-Murillo

CRAFTY CHICA LLC

Kathy Cano-Murillo is an artist, author, TV personality, and founder of CraftyChica®. She has authored a dozen books, including two novels. CraftyChica designs have been sold on HSN, at Barnes & Noble, Michaels, and hundreds of retailers across the country. Kathy’s mission is to... Read More →

Wednesday April 8, 2026 6:30pm - 8:30pm PDT
Salon 2

Make & take

6:30pm PDT

Crafty Hour - Wooden Bead Necklaces

Wednesday April 8, 2026 6:30pm - 8:30pm PDT

Salon 2

Plain wooden craft store beads get a new lease on life in this fun come and go event. Host Jennifer Perkins will be busting out the paint, embroidery floss and wood burning tools to guide you through creating a one of kind necklace you can go home with. Not to mention a noggin full of craftspiration.

Presenters

Jennifer Perkins

Jennifer Perkins is an Austin based creative content designer and kitsch enthusiast. Jen loves to spread the gospel of gluing stuff to stuff teaching workshops online and around the country. Her work has been featured everywhere from CNN to Michaels commercials. Jen is also the author... Read More →

Wednesday April 8, 2026 6:30pm - 8:30pm PDT
Salon 2

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