Events
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Easy Glass Mosaic Garden Ornament Class
Tuesday,August 12, 2025 at 6:15pm

This in-person event is simple and fun and easy enough for a beginner. It’s a perfect opportunity to spend a relaxing evening crafting and enjoying this unique experience!
Closed toe shoes and covered drink containers are ok but food and glass do not mix. Doors will open 10 min prior to class if time allows.
The Straight Farmhouse Museum
6221 Merriman Rd
Garden City, MI 48135
3-D Tumblers Workshop
Saturday, August 16, 2025 at 11am

6121 Merriman Rd.
Garden City, MI 48135
Mystery Tumblers Class
Saturday, August 16, 2025 at 3pm

Come create your own unique stainless steel tumber. We bring a selection of Tumblers to choose from everyone is guaranteed a 20 oz (All tumblers come with a closable lid and straw), you choose your technique the day of the event.
Choose from:
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Class location:
6121 Merriman Rd.
Garden City, MI 48135
Painting Class: Ruby's Blossom
Tuesday, August 19, 2025 at 6;30PM

Join us for a night of Arting at the Straight Farmhouse Museum. As Laurel, our instructor, guides you step by step to create “Ruby’s Blossom” painting.
Bring your favorite beverage and a friend for an evening of art! No experience is needed.
Call Laurel to register and arrange payment at 734.752.3936.
Cost of the class is $35.00
A portion of this fee comes back to the Straight Farmhouse Museum as a donation.
No experience is needed as you will be guided step by step to create this painting.
Needle Felted Framed Workshop
(Daisy or Sunflower)
Friday, August 22, 2025 at 6PM

It’s like a paint-and-pour night, but with wool!
Join us for a relaxed and creative summer workshop where you’ll needle felt your choice of a sunny sunflower or a cheerful daisy with a little bee.
Learn how to “paint” with wool using simple techniques, no experience needed. Choose from three frame colors to finish your 6-inch piece. Whether you’re new to felting or already love working with wool, this class offers a peaceful, creative way to learn something new and enjoy the gentle rhythm of summer.
All materials provided, just bring yourself.
Location:
Straight Farmhouse Museum
6221 Merriman Rd.
Garden City, MI 48135
Cost: $40
Click HERE for tickets.
Circle of Flowers Fused Glass Workshop (advanced)
Friday, August 29, 2025 at 6:15pm

The Straight Farmhouse Museum
6221 Merriman Rd
Garden City, MI 48135
Parking and entrance in rear
Upcycled Garden Plate
Wednesday, September 3, 2025 at 6PM

All materials will be provided. No experience needed. Choose from a selection of over 200 upcycled tableware, including vintage, china, ceramic and glass plates in an assortment of colors and patterns. (see next photo example) We will assemble together in class.
Click HERE for tickets.
These are saucer-sized plates approx 6″. You will receive 3-4 pieces per project and we will learn how to assemble in class using an industrial strength adhesive durable for the outdoors. We will also attach a holder onto the back for easy insertion onto your ground stake.
Please share with your friends and family.
Workshop Location:
Straight Farmhouse Historical Museum
6221 Merriman Rd
Garden City 48135
Be sure to follow my workshop group page by clicking on “join group” here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/497161887093818/
Greenhouse Glory Fused Glass Workshop
Wednesday, September 17, 2025 at 6pm

Create your very own dream greenhouse filled with your favorite flowers!
These events fill up fast. Get your ticket today.
Cost: $43
Click HERE for tickets.
All materials will be provided and no experience needed. The instructor will guide you on cutting and assembling the glass to make your dream greenhouse come true! This class is appropriate for adults of all ages.
You will create your design by using a special tac glue as an adhesive and 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 10-12 days. An email will be sent out with pickup instructions.
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.
Please let your friends and family know about the fun!
Workshop Location:
The Straight Farmhouse Museum
6221 Merriman Rd
Garden City, MI 48135
Parking and entrance in rear
2025 Refund policy: A credit towards another class can be given if you need to cancel prior to 5 days of the event. If you need to cancel within 5 days of the event, you can either send someone in your place or you have the option of choosing another piece designed by the instructor in lieu of your empty seat. Thank you!
Moss Wall Art Workshop
Friday, September 26, 2025 at 7PM

Rocks
Glass
Dried flowers
Drift wood
Shells
Oddfellows Hall
6121 Merriman Rd
Garden City, MI 48135
Michigan 15” tall or Rectangle 11” x 10”
Fairy Door Wall 16″ x 20″ (approx).
Resin Pour Upper and Lower Michigan (and more)
Saturday, September 27, 2025 at 11am and 3pm

Historic Oddfellows Hall
6121 Merriman Rd
Garden City, MI 48135
Please note this is held in the basement of the Historic OddFellows Hall with six steps down.
Click HERE for tickets to the 11am class.
Click HERE for tickets to the 3pm class.
Cost: Starting at $39.11
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