Workshops & Public Events
The Propagation Fund
If you are struggling financially but would still like to take one of our workshops or know someone who is need of a creative outlet but cannot afford a class on their own, please consider applying for the Propagation Fund. If you are able to share with our community please consider donating to this fund! Through the gift of paying it forward we can grow this opportunity for others and propagate the amazing gift of creativity to others in our community. I ascribe to the belief in the law of abundance, that there is plenty to go around, and that by giving, you are opening yourself up to receiving something greater.
Learn more here
Nov 23rd | Arts Giving Starving Artist Dinner Club
Propagate Studio is thrilled to host our second "ArtsGiving Starving Artist Dinner Club!" This celebration is our holiday party so please join us if you are able especially if you are one of our instructors! We will have our standard potluck, and our art swap! Please bring a handmade item to be swapped in a blind give swap with everyone. We will have additional holiday activities and projects. We will combine our little 2 minute intros with gift opening!
Please RSVP below and select what you plan on bringing. Please create a label to go with your dish and include if it contains gluten, dairy, or meat etc.
Please wear something holiday inspired!
Nov 6th | Stranger Things Day
Stranger Things fans!! This is a code red!! Propagate Studio is having its first Stranger Things Day. November 6, 1982 - the day Will Byers vanished and the gate to the upside down was open…. So let’s party with some trivia, bingo and eggos for Eleven. Crafty themed projects and more surprises await you as we bring a little of Hawkins to Stewartsville.
Nov 8th | Paint Like Bob Ross
Join Chris for a night of creating some amazing fantasy and pop art paintings in the Bob Ross style.
Mixing the traditional Bob Ross elements and techniques with some of our favorite pop art icons, Chris is blending his two all-time favorite things!
The paintings are fun and easy - no experience needed!
Just bring a roll of paper towels and get ready to paint!
Nov 4&11th | Sew Simple
Are you intimidated by your sewing machine? You won’t be anymore! This beginner-friendly class equips you with the skills and confidence to sew like a pro with your own sewing machine (please bring your own). Week one you will learn about your machine and master the basics of setting yourself up to make a project and troubleshooting when issues may arise with your machine. You will create simple projects in week one that you will build from during week 2.
In this workshop, you'll learn:
Machine Magic: Threading, maintenance, and troubleshooting made easy.
Stitch Savvy: Sew perfect straight lines and navigate curves with ease.
Measure Up: Master measuring, seam allowances, and cutting like a pro.
Pinning Power: Learn pinning techniques for flawless garment construction.
Press it Perfect: Discover the importance of pressing for polished results.
Zipper Zen: Conquer zipper installation with confidence.
Learn more at registration!
Nov 9th | Paint Like Bob Ross
Join Chris for a night of creating some amazing fantasy and pop art paintings in the Bob Ross style.
Mixing the traditional Bob Ross elements and techniques with some of our favorite pop art icons, Chris is blending his two all-time favorite things!
The paintings are fun and easy - no experience needed!
Just bring a roll of paper towels and get ready to paint!
Nov 10th | 4 Week Adult Pottery
Time: 10am-12pm
Dates: 11/10-12/1
Our 4-week sessions (2 hours each week) give you a chance to throw on the wheel and to learn hand building skills in a small setting with individual instruction. Our class will take turns on our two wheels.
All levels of experience are welcome. We will help you learn the basics or create the collection and projects of your dreams. For those who are brand new to throwing, this session will start at the beginning-from wedging/conditioning clay to wheel basics for creating a cylinder and turning it into a bowl, cup or mug.
Please bring ideas of what you would like to make for your hand-building projects! Feel free to email Sam with questions. propagatestudionj@gmail.com
Projects will be available to be picked up within 3 weeks of last session but some may be completed fully during the session. Clay, tools and firing all included in the session fee. Wear clothes that can get dirty, and shoes that can be wiped clean.
Co instructed by Christina Grodkiewicz and Sam Matthews
Nov 15-17th | Art Thrift Open Studio
Our art supply thrift shop is full to the brim of amazing materials begging to be made into something creative and beautiful! Join us for a day of growing your creativity where you can come create whatever you want! We are constantly adding project ideas to our “recipe book” and we always encourage people to check out our Pinterest board ( or your own! ). Bring snacks, drinks and your favorite crafty friend and come get creative. Please select which day you plan on coming and email propagatestudionj@gmail.com and let us know what time you plan on arriving. Shop is open 11am-6pm.
Nov 16th | Seasonal Watercolor
Seasonal Watercolor 11/16- Been curious about watercolor and want to try it for yourself?? Maybe you had a bad experience and want to give it another shot but you’re a bit scared to go it alone? Welcome! Everyone who wants to paint should have the chance! ♥ Seasonal watercolor watercolor with Belle is a beginner friendly watercolor class! Each session will include basic watercolor techniques with a simple watercolor painting everyone can create and take home with them in about 2-3 hours. All supplies are included as well as a handout with a few guidelines if you can’t get enough and want to keep practicing on your own! In this class we’ll be using tube paints instead of the traditional pans typically used in the medium. This way we’ll have a little more control over how much water we’d like to add- as well as more easily mix our own colors.
Nov 16th | Joy-Inspired Card Deck
Join us for the Joy-Inspired Card Deck Workshop, where we’ll create a powerful tool to navigate the stresses of the holiday season. Discover intentional joy practices that transform moments of overwhelm into opportunities for mindfulness and gratitude. As a special bonus, each registration includes a signed copy of M. Shannon Hernandez's newest book, Practical Joy: Simple Tools to Cultivate More Joy Every Day, offering further insights into cultivating joy. Let’s embrace the season together and foster connection and purpose amidst the holiday hustle!
You will be guided through creating 10 cards with various mediums of your choice!
Instructor Bio:
M. Shannon Hernandez is ALL ABOUT THAT JOY and has dedicated her life to helping others discover their version of joy and live it fully. She is a former teacher, is the founder of Joyful Business Revolution™, and has been featured on CBS, ABC, FOX, & NBC. Shannon loves reading fiction, snuggling her cat, traveling the world, and hanging with the love of her life, Maria.
Nov 18th | Fairy Hair by Heide
from $35.00
Fairy Heide is taking flight and bringing her magic to Propagate Studio! Book your appointment below and select how many strands you would like. We will have some special projects available to create while you wait for your appointment!
Nov 23rd | From Box to Book
Create a journal using exclusively repurposed materials, some from the Propogate Studio Thrift Store and others from my own personal stash. We will design a book cover using a repurposed box, think cereal or cracker box that we construct and decorate in any way your heart desires. We will then seek or create paper to use as the pages of the journal, creatively exploring different ways to utilize the paper, such as adding envelopes to the pages. We will use a yarn wrapped binding that will allow you to add and remove pages easily. The direction you go with your journal is limitless, an art journal, junk journal or one with plain pages to draw or write in. You will leave the workshop with a unique journal for yourself or the perfect gift for someone you care about.
Nov 30th | Sewing Life Skills
This 3-hour sewing class equips you with the essential skills you need to handle everyday garment repairs and alterations like a pro. Ditch the tailor and say goodbye to frustrating rips, loose buttons, and wonky hems!
In this fun and friendly workshop, you'll learn:
Build your sewing toolbox: Learn what tools you truly need and how to keep them organized.
Master the hem: Achieve perfect, even hems on pants, skirts, and more.
Button magic: Secure buttons that stay put, no matter how often you wash!
Mend it like a pro: Learn invisible mending techniques for small holes and tears.
This class is perfect for:
Beginners who want to tackle basic sewing tasks with confidence.
Busy bees who want to save time and money on minor repairs.
Anyone who wants to extend the life of their clothes and embrace sustainable practices.
Learn more at registration
Monday Clay Dates
Bring a date, a significant other, your best friend, your parent, your kiddo age 12+, you name it and let’s learn to throw! Students will be given several balls of clay to throw on the wheel. You will pick your glaze color but Propagate Studio will have all finished pieces fired and glazed within 3 weeks of your session.
This is an introductory lesson for people who have little to no experience on the wheel. Individual instruction gives you the basics for creating cylinders that can be turned into bowls or other vessels. Outcomes vary, but you will have lots of fun with this down and dirty, old as time way to create clay vessels.
Please wear clothes that can get dirty, and closed toed shoes that can be wiped clean. Please choose date and how many will be attending.
6:30-9pm
Instructed by local artist Kevin Blonski
Dec 13th | Paint Like Bob Ross
Join Chris for a night of creating some amazing fantasy and pop art paintings in the Bob Ross style.
Mixing the traditional Bob Ross elements and techniques with some of our favorite pop art icons, Chris is blending his two all-time favorite things!
The paintings are fun and easy - no experience needed!
Just bring a roll of paper towels and get ready to paint!
Dec 14th | Paint Like Bob Ross
Join Chris for a night of creating some amazing fantasy and pop art paintings in the Bob Ross style.
Mixing the traditional Bob Ross elements and techniques with some of our favorite pop art icons, Chris is blending his two all-time favorite things!
The paintings are fun and easy - no experience needed!
Just bring a roll of paper towels and get ready to paint!
Jan 8 & 15th | 2 Week Bring Your Own Machine
Are you intimidated by your sewing machine? You won’t be anymore! This beginner-friendly class equips you with the skills and confidence to sew like a pro with your own sewing machine (please bring your own). Week one you will learn about your machine and master the basics of setting yourself up to make a project and troubleshooting when issues may arise with your machine. You will create simple projects in week one that you will build from during week 2.
In this workshop, you'll learn:
Machine Magic: Threading, maintenance, and troubleshooting made easy.
Stitch Savvy: Sew perfect straight lines and navigate curves with ease.
Measure Up: Master measuring, seam allowances, and cutting like a pro.
Pinning Power: Learn pinning techniques for flawless garment construction.
Press it Perfect: Discover the importance of pressing for polished results.
Zipper Zen: Conquer zipper installation with confidence.
Jan 12th+ | 6 Week Adult Pottery
Time: 12-2pm
Dates: 1/12-2/16
Our 6-week sessions (2 hours each week) give you a chance to throw on the wheel and to learn hand building skills in a small setting with individual instruction. Our class will take turns on our three wheels.
All levels of experience are welcome. We will help you learn the basics or create the collection and projects of your dreams. For those who are brand new to throwing, this session will start at the beginning-from wedging/conditioning clay to wheel basics for creating a cylinder and turning it into a bowl, cup or mug.
Please bring ideas of what you would like to make for your hand-building projects! Feel free to email Sam with questions. propagatestudionj@gmail.com
Projects will be available to be picked up within 3 weeks of last session but some may be completed fully during the session. Clay, tools and firing all included in the session fee. Wear clothes that can get dirty, and shoes that can be wiped clean.
Co instructed by local artist Kevin from Earthen Goat Plants & Pottery and Sam Matthews
Jan 17th | Paint Like Bob Ross
Join Chris for a night of creating some amazing fantasy and pop art paintings in the Bob Ross style.
Mixing the traditional Bob Ross elements and techniques with some of our favorite pop art icons, Chris is blending his two all-time favorite things!
The paintings are fun and easy - no experience needed!
Just bring a roll of paper towels and get ready to paint!
Jan 18th | Paint Like Bob Ross
Join Chris for a night of creating some amazing fantasy and pop art paintings in the Bob Ross style.
Mixing the traditional Bob Ross elements and techniques with some of our favorite pop art icons, Chris is blending his two all-time favorite things!
The paintings are fun and easy - no experience needed!
Just bring a roll of paper towels and get ready to paint!
5 Week Sewing Salon
Sew Your Dreams into Reality.
Unleash your inner fashionista with Sewing Salon, a 5-week sewing class designed to guide you in bringing your sewing aspirations to life.
What You'll Get:
Expert Guidance: Learn from experienced instructor Maria from SewingLife by MariaDenmark as you tackle personal sewing projects. (Maria has more than 15 years experience in teaching sewing and designing and publishing sewing patterns and courses)
Flexible Project Choice: Bring two sewing projects at any stage and receive personalized help at your own pace.
Project Inspiration: Explore a variety of possibilities, from planning a capsule wardrobe, learning and practicing zipper techniques and to mastering pants sewing and fitting garments to your body.
Community & Support: Work alongside a supportive group of students in a positive learning environment.
Class Details:
Duration: 5 weeks
Schedule: Starting Wednesday Jan 22
Time: 6:30 PM - 9:00 PM
Cost: $175
Prerequisites:
Basic familiarity with threading and operating your sewing machine (bring your own machine and basic tools)
Absolute beginners? We recommend "Sew Simple: Machine Basics"
Unsure about project selection? Maria offers pre-class consultations via email (maria@mariadenmark.com) or Instagram DM (@sewinglife_mariadenmark ) to help you choose the perfect projects! Ready to sew your dreams? Sign up today!
