We often share a lot of fun activities for families, but sometimes mom needs an afternoon or evening out with friends or a chance to meet new friends. Check out these fun craft ideas that Toledo has to offer for a great day out with the other moms.
Toledo Artists’ Club & Gallery
5403 Elmer Dr. Toledo
toledoartistclub.com/
The Toledo Artists’ Club & Gallery has multiple classes offered throughout the year with instructors who are all experts in their field. Class frequency varies from once a month to once a week and include beginner friendly options. Workshops are also offered, lasting usually one or two days, making them less of a commitment. Workshops and classes vary from drawing to painting to photography. There’s something for everyone!
Ariel Kay Crochet
151 N. Michigan St. Suite 227/228 Toledo
arielkaycrochet.com/classes
For those who are interested in learning how to crochet, Ariel Kay Crochet offers beginner classes as well as classes for more experienced crocheters. If you already crochet and for an afternoon out when you can meet some new friends, join the crochet club.
Callisto Terra
151 N. Michigan St. Suite 228 Toledo
callistoterra.com/
Callisto Terra is a family owned candle studio which offers hands-on workshops making soy wax candles. Classes are beginner friendly and, with candle making events where participants create their own custom candles, weekend themed projects and seasonal speciality events are also available.
Copper Moon Studio
8007 Airport Hwy., Holland
coppermoonstudio.com/
Since 2006 Copper Moon Studio has been providing crafting fun focused around glass art experiences. Class options include Lil’ Chips, where participants create fused glass mosaics, the Cut Your Own Glass classes lets participants pick from a large list of options that an experienced teacher will help lead you. Copper Moon Studio also welcomes other local teachers (including some on our list!) for special event classes where a variety of mediums are explored.
577 Foundation
577 East Front St. Perrysburg
577foundation.org/classes-events/
The 577 Foundation offers an abundance of classes in a variety of specialities for various experience levels. Some classes have participants come for a day and make a creation, and other classes occur over the course of a few weeks. To explore something new or develop a stronger skill set in a particular area, 577 Foundation offers classes, including those focused on pottery, fiber arts, studio arts, culinary arts, enrichment and wellness and gardening.
Owens Community College: Work & Play
30335 Oregon Rd. Perrysburg
owens.edu/workforce_cs/workandplay.php
Owens Work & Play classes are a great way to learn new skills and find new interests. The Personal Enrichment classes are fun special interest classes including ceramics, cricut, culinary, music, photography and even studio art welding. Most any topic you can think of is offered. Some classes meet just once while others meet over the course of a few weeks. Grab some friends and learn something new!
Vod’s Here! Sewing & Crafting Emporium
5800 Monroe Street Building D, Unit 2 Sylvania
vodshere.com/
With a belief that everyone has a creative side, Vod’s Here! Sewing & Crafting Emporium offers workshops, gatherings and private classes focusing on sewing, knitting, crocheting and quilting. Learn a new skill, or have fun improving an old skill, while also socializing with others. Vod’s Here! Sewing & Crafting Emporium also is a retail space.
