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Wednesday, April 8
 

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
avatar for Faye Landsman

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
 
Thursday, April 9
 

9:00am PDT

Tattoo Moisturizing and Brightening Salve - Session 2
Thursday April 9, 2026 9:00am - 11:00am 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
avatar for Faye Landsman

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 →
Thursday April 9, 2026 9:00am - 11:00am PDT
Zuma
  Craft

1:00pm PDT

Handcrafted Whimsy: Papier-Mâché Decor Made by You - Session 1
Thursday April 9, 2026 1:00pm - 3:00pm PDT
Zuma
In this class we’ll use the simple art of papier mache to craft decorative art for your home. Be your own interior designer while we make a simple serving platter, a vase or 3-dimensional wall art.

We’ll regroup later in the week for an informal second session - once your pieces have had time to dry - to paint and seal your decor. If you like, bring photocopies of favorite photos and/or decorative papers for collage!
Presenters
avatar for Carly Helgeson

Carly Helgeson

Carly Helgeson
Carly Helgeson is a lifelong crafter, sewer and artist. Working from her Oakland, CA studio, she whips up whimsical and functional decorative art for the home using papier mache. Her pieces are joyful and full of pattern.
Thursday April 9, 2026 1:00pm - 3:00pm PDT
Zuma
  Craft

3:30pm PDT

Handcrafted Whimsy: Papier-Mâché Decor Made by You - Session 2
Thursday April 9, 2026 3:30pm - 5:30pm PDT
Zuma
In this class we’ll use the simple art of papier mache to craft decorative art for your home. Be your own interior designer while we make a simple serving platter, a vase or 3-dimensional wall art.

We’ll regroup later in the week for an informal second session - once your pieces have had time to dry - to paint and seal your decor. If you like, bring photocopies of favorite photos and/or decorative papers for collage!
Presenters
avatar for Carly Helgeson

Carly Helgeson

Carly Helgeson
Carly Helgeson is a lifelong crafter, sewer and artist. Working from her Oakland, CA studio, she whips up whimsical and functional decorative art for the home using papier mache. Her pieces are joyful and full of pattern.
Thursday April 9, 2026 3:30pm - 5:30pm PDT
Zuma
  Craft
 
Friday, April 10
 

9:00am PDT

First Time Foamsmithing: Make a Cute Crafty Can Cozy!
Friday April 10, 2026 9:00am - 11:00am PDT
Zuma
For those ready to dip their toes into crafting with EVA (puzzle piece floor mat) foam, let's make cute crafty can cozy! Choose from a mini stein, a lettered darling, or... design your own!

Foamsmithing is great for costume and armor-making, Halloween, decor, and even for adding to sewn creations. In this class, you'll learn the entire foamsmithing process, including special techniques to make your foam look like wood and metal. Let's make something CUTE!
Presenters
avatar for Annye Driscoll

Annye Driscoll

Maker Fishmeal
Annye Driscoll, known online as Maker Fishmeal, is a cosplayer, author, and teacher specializing in highly detailed builds and oversized props (they're best known for their giant hot dog on a fork!). Their goal with every costume is to learn something new so that they can pass on... Read More →
intro to foamsmithing handout pdf
cozy pattern pdf
Friday April 10, 2026 9:00am - 11:00am PDT
Zuma
  Craft

1:00pm PDT

The Ripple Effect: A Paper Marbling Workshop - Session 1
Friday April 10, 2026 1:00pm - 3:00pm PDT
Zuma
Create stunning, one-of-a-kind patterns on paper using vibrant inks and a special liquid surface. Learn the techniques to expertly drop, swirl, and pull colors to produce intricate designs that seem to dance on the page. This hands-on session will guide you through the process, from preparing your materials to transferring your unique marbled creations. No experience is needed – just a desire to experiment with color and form. You'll leave with a collection of beautiful, personalized marbled papers, perfect for cards, bookbinding, or framing, and the skills to continue this captivating craft at home.
Presenters
avatar for Kate Kryder

Kate Kryder

Curated.byWild
Kate is a mixed-media artist and photographer with a lifetime of experience dabbling in the craft scape. However, at her heart is teaching. Kate loves to create space for others to play, make mistakes and collaborate. She lives in Hillsborough, NC with her partner and senior pup... Read More →
Friday April 10, 2026 1:00pm - 3:00pm PDT
Zuma
  Craft

3:30pm PDT

The Ripple Effect: A Paper Marbling Workshop - Session 2
Friday April 10, 2026 3:30pm - 5:30pm PDT
Zuma
Create stunning, one-of-a-kind patterns on paper using vibrant inks and a special liquid surface. Learn the techniques to expertly drop, swirl, and pull colors to produce intricate designs that seem to dance on the page. This hands-on session will guide you through the process, from preparing your materials to transferring your unique marbled creations. No experience is needed – just a desire to experiment with color and form. You'll leave with a collection of beautiful, personalized marbled papers, perfect for cards, bookbinding, or framing, and the skills to continue this captivating craft at home.
Presenters
avatar for Kate Kryder

Kate Kryder

Curated.byWild
Kate is a mixed-media artist and photographer with a lifetime of experience dabbling in the craft scape. However, at her heart is teaching. Kate loves to create space for others to play, make mistakes and collaborate. She lives in Hillsborough, NC with her partner and senior pup... Read More →
Friday April 10, 2026 3:30pm - 5:30pm PDT
Zuma
  Craft
 
Saturday, April 11
 

9:00am PDT

Paperazzi: Capture Your Creativity with Handmade Paper - Session 1
Saturday April 11, 2026 9:00am - 11:00am PDT
Zuma
This engaging workshop invites you to dive into the ancient craft of papermaking. Learn the fascinating process of transforming recycled materials into beautiful, unique sheets of paper. Discover how to incorporate natural elements, colors, and textures to create personalized paper perfect for cards, journals, or mixed-media art. No prior experience is necessary—just a desire to experiment and create. You'll leave with a collection of your own handmade papers and the skills to continue your papermaking journey at home. Join us for a truly hands-on and inspiring creative experience!
Presenters
avatar for Kate Kryder

Kate Kryder

Curated.byWild
Kate is a mixed-media artist and photographer with a lifetime of experience dabbling in the craft scape. However, at her heart is teaching. Kate loves to create space for others to play, make mistakes and collaborate. She lives in Hillsborough, NC with her partner and senior pup... Read More →
Saturday April 11, 2026 9:00am - 11:00am PDT
Zuma
  Craft

1:00pm PDT

Paperazzi: Capture Your Creativity with Handmade Paper - Session 2
Saturday April 11, 2026 1:00pm - 3:00pm PDT
Zuma
This engaging workshop invites you to dive into the ancient craft of papermaking. Learn the fascinating process of transforming recycled materials into beautiful, unique sheets of paper. Discover how to incorporate natural elements, colors, and textures to create personalized paper perfect for cards, journals, or mixed-media art. No prior experience is necessary—just a desire to experiment and create. You'll leave with a collection of your own handmade papers and the skills to continue your papermaking journey at home. Join us for a truly hands-on and inspiring creative experience!
Presenters
avatar for Kate Kryder

Kate Kryder

Curated.byWild
Kate is a mixed-media artist and photographer with a lifetime of experience dabbling in the craft scape. However, at her heart is teaching. Kate loves to create space for others to play, make mistakes and collaborate. She lives in Hillsborough, NC with her partner and senior pup... Read More →
Saturday April 11, 2026 1:00pm - 3:00pm PDT
Zuma
  Craft
 
Sunday, April 12
 

11:30am PDT

From Pet to Patch: Turn Your Pet Into an Embroidered Patch - Session 3
Sunday April 12, 2026 11:30am - 1:30pm PDT
Zuma
**This workshop requires a reference photo of your pet. Once you are enrolled in the class, please email your pet's photo to [email protected]. If you do not email the photo by 3/29, you will be given a different image to embroider**

Learn how to embroider a portrait of your pet! Before the workshop, Sara of Bear&Bean will draw a custom portrait of your pet and a pattern for you to stitch on. During the workshop, you will learn beginner-friendly techniques on how to fill in the design with thread, paint-by-number style. When finished, the embroidery can be used to decorate a piece of clothing, hat, or bag.
Presenters
avatar for Sara Barnes

Sara Barnes

Bear&Bean
Sara Barnes is an illustrator and writer living in Seattle. She runs Bear&Bean, a studio where she stitches pet portraits and other beloved creatures. Sara chronicles the creativity of others through her fiber arts newsletter, Orts, and she enjoys planning things that bring the craft... Read More →
Sunday April 12, 2026 11:30am - 1:30pm PDT
Zuma
  Craft
 

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