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Mosaic Vanity Tray Workshop

Saturday, February 7, 2026 at 11am

Garden City Mosaic Vanity Trays event at the Historic Oddfellows Hall!
6121 Merriman Rd.
Garden City, MI 48135

Cost: From $42.30
Click HERE for Tickets.

Get ready to unleash your inner artist as we guide you through creating stunning mosaic vanity trays. You will leave with a finished piece, including the grouting, it will just need to dry overnight.

No experience is necessary – just bring your enthusiasm and willingness to try something new!

Don’t miss this opportunity to create a unique piece of art while enjoying a fun and inspiring evening. Grab your friends and family and come join us for a memorable experience!

Wooden Succulents Class

Saturday, February 7, 2026 at 3pm

Create your own unique one-of-a-kind beautiful wooden lifetime succulents to decorate your home or office with wood and paint.

This workshop is perfect for beginners and experienced crafters alike. All materials will be provided, so just bring your creativity and enthusiasm!

Cost: $38.04
Click HERE for tickets.

Location:
Historic Oddfellows Hall
6121 Merriman Rd.
Garden City, MI 48135

Painting Class: "Good Luck"

Tuesday, February 10, 2026 at 6:30p.m.

Join us for a night of Arting at the Historic Oddfellows Hall, as Laurel our instructor guides you step by step to create
“Good Luck”painting.

Bring your favorite beverage and a friend for an evening of art! No experience is needed; you will be guided step by step to create this painting.

Call Laurel to register and arrange payment at 734-752-3936.

Cost of the class is $30.00 for this 16″x20″.

A portion of this fee comes back to the Straight Farmhouse Museum as a donation.

This class will meet at The Historic Oddfellows Hall in the lower level. Must be able to go down six steps.

6121 Merriman Rd.
Garden City, MI 48135

Needle Felted Sheep

Thursday, February 12, 2026 at 6:15pm

Click HERE for tickets.

Location:
Grande Parlour
6221 Merriman Rd.
Garden City, MI 48135

Hat Painting Workshop

Friday, February 20, 2026 at 7p.m.

No experience needed – just bring your imagination!

Unleash your inner artist as you paint and decorate your own unique hat. Whether you’re a beginner or a seasoned painter, this workshop is the perfect opportunity to express yourself and create something truly special.

Come alone or bring a friend – either way, you’re sure to have a fantastic time. Don’t miss out on this exciting event!

The design you choose, when you purchase your ticket,will be carefully burned on to your hat prior to arrival by a laser. You will pick your paint colors at the event. All Supplies included!

Joint Collaboration with Big Sky Burning

Cost: $96.66

Click HERE for more photos or to purchase tickets.

Location:

Historic Oddfellows Hall

6121 Merriman Rd.

Garden City, MI 48135

Ukrainian Egg Art Class: Pysanky, Traditional or Contemporary.

Thursday, February 26, 2026 at 6PM

Learn the art of traditional Pysanky! Use classic wax-resist techniques to create designs in traditional motifs or create your own design.

In this favorite Mi Craft House workshop, all tools and materials are provided for use during class, and you’ll be guided through the fundamentals of designing, waxing, and dyeing your eggs.

With Easter coming early this year, learning early gives you plenty of time to build confidence and create meaningful handmade gifts for the spring celebrations ahead.

Cost: $35.88
Please click HERE for tickets.

Location:
Historic Oddfellows Hall (lower level- must be able to walk down six steps)
6121 Merriman Road.
Garden City, MI 48135

Book Nook/Trinket Shelf Workshop

Saturday, March 28, 2026 at 11AM

Come Paint, stain, create and decorate your own initial book nook!

This project includes a large variety of miniatures to decorate and personalize your Nook with, including real mini book titles! Grab a friend for a fun night out.Don’t miss out on this unique collaboration! See you there!

Ticket includes your frame and a selection of miniatures to paint and or accessorize. Upgrades will also be available at the event for a minimal charge.

Cost: From $42.30.

Click HERE for tickets.

Location:
Historic Oddfellows Hall (lower level must be able to walk down six steps).
6121 Merriman Road
Garden City, MI 48135

Bloom Where you are Planted Fused Glass Workshop

June 22, 2026 at 6:15PM

Please join us for this beautiful and vibrant”Bloom Where you are Planted” workshop where we will create a beautiful hanging suncatcher. Approx size 7 x 8″.
Cost: $55.

Please click HERE for tickets.

All materials will be provided and no experience needed; just the eagerness to learn. The instructor will show you how to cut and assemble. The base glass shape will already be pre-cut for you. Hanging chain included.

This is not considered a beginner’s class. If you do not have experience working with glass, we welcome you to start with one of our basic classes first.

You will create your design by cutting and gluing in class. All projects will go home with the instructor to be kiln fired and assembled and will be delivered back to the class location in about 12 days. An email will be sent out with pickup instructions.

Drinks that are covered are ok in the venue but food and glass do not mix. Wine is ok too!

If you would like to pay by mail, please chose the “Comp Ticket” option. Payment instructions will be emailed approx. 3-4 weeks prior to the event.

Doors will open 10 min early if time allows.

Please let your friends and family know about the fun!

Workshop Location:
The Straight Farmhouse Museum
6221 Merriman Road
Garden City, MI

Parking and entrance in rear

If you have any questions, please message me.

2026 Refund Policy: A transfer to another class can be given, however, you would need to pay for the class you are being transferred to and you will get to make 2 of that class design. You may also choose to send someone in your place. Thank you!