Make Your Favorite Food Mini Fridge Magnets

What's better than your favorite food in the fridge? It's your favorite food on the fridge! Join us at this fun workshop and make delightful tiny food fridge magnets using polymer clay. We'll share pro tips for construction, baking and working with the clay.  Expect to be able to make 2-3 custom magnets, depending on your own working speed. Each ticket option is for one attendee only. Unfortunately, we are not able to offer the guest option for this workshop.  Materials: Everything you need! Clay, Magnets, Shaping tools. Clay will be baked during the workshop so you can take them home the same day! Minimum Age Required: 7yrs old Duration: 90min Parking: Street parking or garage. Unfortunately, we don't validate parking vouchers. Location: Craft Loft 100 CambridgeSide Pl, 2nd floor near TJ Maxx Cambridge, MA *Please see our refund policy and minimum age policy <a href="https://studio.gardenstreets.com/policies/refund-policy">here.</a>

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Make Your Own Dungeons & Dragons Dice Set 

Are you a fan of Dungeons &amp; Dragons or other board games? So are we! Come make your own personal dice set (7 dice!) and imbue it with glitter, color, and even pressed flowers! Required minimum age: 10yrs. Note: the resin needs to set over 24-48 hours. You can pick up your dice set at a later time or have it be mailed to you for a small fee. Materials: Resin, fun decorations, tools Duration: 1hr Location:  Craft Loft 100 CambridgeSide Pl, 2nd floor near TJ Maxx Cambridge, MA 02141 Parking: Street parking or garage. Unfortunately, we don't validate parking vouchers. *Please see our refund/reschedule policy <a href="https://studio.gardenstreets.com/policies/refund-policy">here.</a> Tipping is not expected but always appreciated!

Learn to Use Your Sewing Machine

Do you have a sewing machine but don't know what all the knobs are for and how to use it? Or perhaps you sewed a long time ago and need a refresher? Come to this workshop and learn to use a sewing machine by bringing your own or renting ours! Topics we will cover include:<ul><li>How to thread your machine</li><li>Adjusting for the correct tension for the fabric</li><li>What's a bobbin and how to wind it correctly</li><li>Replacing a bobbin</li><li>When and how to change the Foot</li><li>When and how to change the Needle</li><li>Troubleshooting and maintenance</li><li>Exploring various stitches</li></ul>As practice, we will sew some simple projects such as coasters and placemats! Fabric is not included but is available for purchase in-store. Please bring:<ul><li>Your sewing machine and foot pedal</li><li>The manual, if you have one. If not, that's ok.</li><li>Any attachments that came with your machine, such as zipper foot, spare needles</li><li>Thread ('All Purpose' is fine). Do not use Quilting thread</li><li>Optional: Small piece of cotton fabric (half a yard) to practice stitches. Please make sure your fabric is not stretchy, knit or jersey.</li></ul>Duration:  1.5 hr Minimum Age Required: 13yrs Parking: Street parking or garage. Unfortunately, we don't validate parking vouchers. Location: Craft Loft 100 CambridgeSide Pl, 2nd floor near TJ Maxx Cambridge, MA  *Please see our refund/reschedule policy <a href="https://studio.gardenstreets.com/policies/refund-policy">here.</a> Tipping is not expected but always appreciated!

Beginner Watercolor

During this painting workshop, we will introduce the fundamentals of working with watercolor, traditional bamboo and horsehair brush, mixing colors and several easy and fun techniques. We will show techniques to create unique and beautiful paintings that's fit for the season:<ul><li>Winter - Misty mountain, birch grove, hedgehog, wreath postcards (holiday only)</li><li>Spring and Summer examples - flowering cherry tree, poppy blossoms, desert cactus, florals</li><li>Fall examples - pumpkin, Fall foliage</li></ul>Our art host will provide general instructions on how to use simple &amp; easy dot and splash watercolor techniques along with the art of blow painting (using a straw to move paint around the paper). The results are always astonishing and unique. Every splash, dot, and stroke will create a personalized memento of this fun &amp; relaxing creative experience. Materials Included: Watercolor paint, straws, watercolor brushes, watercolor paper, palette, Q-tips Duration: 90min Minimum Age Required: 10 years old Location: Craft Loft 100 CambridgeSide Pl, 2nd floor near TJ Maxx Cambridge, MA  Parking: Street parking or garage. Unfortunately, we don't validate parking vouchers. *Please see our refund policy and minimum age policy <a href="https://studio.gardenstreets.com/policies/refund-policy">here.</a> Tipping is not expected but always appreciated!

Sea Wave Resin Serving Tray

In this tactile workshop, we will be discussing the ins and outs of resin art and create an eye-catching and functional serving tray. Under the guidance of your artist host, you will cost an Acacia wood tray with resin, add dye, and work in mini bubbles (aka sea waves). This piece will be a conversation starter and perfect for a Father's Day treat, or something cool to display around the house. Timing: Resin setting time is generally 24-48 hours to fully set. You can come to pick up the completed piece or have it shipped to you for a small fee to cover shipping and handling. All Materials Included. Duration: 1hr Location:  Craft Loft 100 CambridgeSide Pl, 2nd floor near TJ Maxx Cambridge, MA 02141

Stamp Carving Workshop

Try your hand at carving stamps and making a fun mark in the world! We'll be using rubber blocks as the base for carving. We'll also cover fundamentals for carving and much of the topics discussed apply to wood carving and linocuts as well. All tools are provided! You'll walk away with 2 of your own carved stamps and a stamp ink pad. Due to the sharpness of the tools used, we do ask that all attendees sign a liability waiver upon arrival. Minimum age required: 12 yrs old Duration: 1.5hr Location: Craft Loft 100 CambridgeSide Pl, 2nd floor near TJ Maxx Cambridge, MA 02141 *Please see our refund/reschedule policy <a href="https://studio.gardenstreets.com/policies/refund-policy">here.</a> Tipping is not expected but always appreciated!

Basket Weaving 

Learn the basics of basket making (basketry) at this fun workshop. The finished basket is sized approximately 6-8" at the base and 5-7" tall, based on your own preference for shape. Its uses are quite versatile - Perfect as a fruit basket, bread basket, or to hold trinkets or small books around the house.  Add a plastic liner and you can use it as a decorative plant container too! Topics covered include reed sizing, styles, design of baskets, techniques for creating the base, shaping, continuous weaving and lashing.  Note: some grip strength is a plus! Duration: 2hrs Required minimum age: 10yrs Location: Craft Loft 100 CambridgeSide Pl, 2nd floor near TJ Maxx Cambridge, MA 02141 Recommended minimum age: 10yrs old

Japanese Paper Marbling

Suminagashi, Japanese for “floating ink”, is a traditional art form from the 12th century that reveals the mesmerizing, ever-changing nature of water. We will be creating a floating piece of art on the surface of the water and capturing the swirling, ever morphing moments as prints. Each attendee will be able to create a set of gorgeously and uniquely marbled personal cards and envelopes using the Suminagashi technique! Materials Included: Marbling ink (multiple colors), print paper, cards and envelopes, soft-hair brushes, shallow trays, all the supplies needed Duration: 60-90min Rquired miminum Age: 10yrs Location:  Craft Loft 100 CambridgeSide Pl, 2nd floor near TJ Maxx Cambridge, MA 02141

Tufting (Make your own rug) 

Have you&nbsp;seen tufting&nbsp;on TikTok or IG and have been curious to try it out?&nbsp;Come to our fully equipped studio and make your own masterpiece!&nbsp;Our expert staff is on hand to guide you step-by-step and share tips for the best-looking product.&nbsp;&nbsp; Tufting is a creative activity using yarn and a tool called 'tufting gun' to create a cut-pile rug that can be used&nbsp;to hang on&nbsp;walls, decorate pillows, cushions and more.&nbsp;The best part of this activity is that you have complete freedom on the image choice.&nbsp;Anything you can think of... your favorite video game , cartoon, comic book, an abstract image, a phrase, logo, landscape, an original drawing, etc... can be created as a tufted rug.&nbsp;&nbsp; Here are what we will cover in the Tufting Workshop: - Safe handling of your Tufting Gun.&nbsp;It looks like a drill but has a sharp end.&nbsp;It does not shoot anything. - How to select and transfer your image. - Color selection -&nbsp;How to finish and display your rug We provide tufting gun, tufting frame, yarn and all supplies needed for you to successfully create and display your rug!&nbsp;&nbsp; You just need to bring an image that you'd like to use. Must be PNG OR JPG Format. We recommend something that does not have a lot of tiny details.&nbsp;Keep in mind that yarn expands and intermixes, so your 'pixel' size for tufting is quite large.&nbsp;Images with a clear edge between colors and easy shapes are best for tufting.&nbsp;Color blending or fading is not easily done with tufting unless you are already experienced or working with a Large or X-Large size.&nbsp; Workshop Duration:&nbsp;2 - 4 hours depending on the size of your image.&nbsp;If you are not able to finish your piece in one sitting, you can return to finish your piece any time during our open studio times within 30 days.&nbsp;It helps to call ahead so we can get your materials ready.&nbsp; Minimum Age Required:&nbsp;13 years old+ Note:&nbsp;Because tufting uses a power tool, we do ask that you sign a waiver in store.&nbsp;We also provide safety glasses.&nbsp;Anyone under 18yrs old must have an adult sign the waiver on their behalf and be accompanied and supervised by an adult at all times. You can review and sign the waiver<a href="https://waiver.smartwaiver.com/w/jd7qkwakxfmsjxk75cta76/web/"> here </a>or at the workshop when you arrive. Location: Craft Loft 100 CambridgeSide Pl, 2nd floor near&nbsp;TJ Maxx Cambridge, MA&nbsp; Parking: Street parking or garage.&nbsp;Unfortunately, we don't validate parking vouchers. *Please see our refund policy and minimum age policy&nbsp;<a href="https://studio.gardenstreets.com/policies/refund-policy">here.</a> Tipping is not expected but always appreciated!

Make Your Own Trucker Hat Decorating

Share your vibe and favorite images by decorating a one-of-a-kind trucker hat!&nbsp;We provide trucker hats (solid front with mesh backing), lots of patches, and special irons.&nbsp;All you need to do is pick your favorite patches and iron them on!&nbsp;You'll love wearing your bespoke hat and all the compliments that's sure to follow.&nbsp;So stylish! This workshop is also fun to do together with friends, couples and family.&nbsp;Add another element of fun (and surprise?) by choosing patches for each other! Note: Trucker hats are one-size-fits all for adult head sizes. Patches are a-la-carte and paid on-site, so you can use as many or as few as you like! Duration: 1 hour Minimum age required:&nbsp;10yrs&nbsp; Location: Craft Loft 100 CambridgeSide Pl, 2nd floor near TJ Maxx Cambridge, MA 02141 Parking: Street parking or garage.&nbsp;Unfortunately, we don't validate parking vouchers. *Please see our refund policy and minimum age policy&nbsp;<a href="https://studio.gardenstreets.com/policies/refund-policy">here.</a> Tipping is not expected but always appreciated!

Beginner Woodburning

Woodburning combines drawing and sketching skills with the ancient practice of using heat to discolor wood permanently to create lasting images. This workshop is appropriate for beginners who have never tried this fulfilling craft but want to try it before committing to the equipment and space.  It is also perfect for Father's Day or team building activities. In this workshop, we will use proper woodburning techniques to burn images into two wooden coasters and seal them against water damage. We will cover important topics including:<ul><li>Wood selection</li><li>Woodburner types and tips</li><li>Temperature settings</li><li>Outline vs. Shading</li><li>Design recommendations for beginners</li></ul>Materials: All tools are provided along with 2 blank solid wood coasters (4"x4") Min. Age: 15yrs old (parent must accompany minor and sign a liability waiver) Duration: 2 hours Parking: Street parking or garage. Unfortunately, we don't validate parking vouchers. Location: Craft Loft 100 CambridgeSide Pl, 2nd floor near TJ Maxx Cambridge, MA *Please see our refund/reschedule policy <a href="https://studio.gardenstreets.com/policies/refund-policy">here.</a> Tipping is not expected but always appreciated!

Paint and Plant Workshop

Ever want to combine art and plants in one?&nbsp;This is it!&nbsp;In this workshop, you’ll have fun painting your own designs on premium fiber-cement pots and then pot it up with a lovely foliage plant!&nbsp; Your host is a multi-talented art and plant aficionado!&nbsp;We'll have fun discussing color, design, and pro tips for achieving clean lines on a rounded pot.&nbsp;We'll also share plant care knowledge so your finished piece will stay healthy for a long time! Materials Included:&nbsp;&nbsp;1 Fibercement pot (choose your colors on-site), 1 foliage plant, paint, brushes, soil and drainage gravel Duration:&nbsp;90min Minimum Age Required:&nbsp;8yrs Location: Craft Loft 100 CambridgeSide Pl, 2nd floor near&nbsp;TJ Maxx Cambridge, MA Parking: Street parking or garage.&nbsp;Unfortunately, we don't validate parking vouchers. *Please see our refund/reschedule policy <a href="https://studio.gardenstreets.com/policies/refund-policy">here.</a> Tipping is not expected but always appreciated!

Beginner Knitting: Knit a Scarf

Want to learn how to knit? This is the perfect class for beginners to learn with hands-on guidance. We will be using soft, large-gauge yarn to make it even more cozy and easier. At the end of the class, you will learn how to do every step to complete your project.  During the workshop, you’ll Learn: - How to cast on (or begin your project) - How to do a simple knit stitch - How to finish your project and weave in ends - Optional: learn how to purl stitch We’ll also discuss how to read a pattern, basic garment care, different types of knitting needles and their uses, different types of yarn and how to pick yarn for a project, how to make different sizes of scarves, and how to fix mistakes.  For the advanced beginner or the adventurous, we will also teach how to create a 'Keyhole' in your scarf to tuck in the other end! All materials are provided for this class (super chunky yarn, knitting needles). All you need to bring is yourself and your curiosity. We can’t wait to knit with you!   Note: Knitting is a time-consuming hobby because it takes time to make every stitch. Most people (unless you are making a small scarf) will not complete the project in 2 hours, but will finish it at home. Duration: 2hr Minimum Age Required: 12yrs Location: Craft Loft 100 CambridgeSide Pl, 2nd floor near TJ Maxx Cambridge, MA 02141 *Please see our refund/reschedule policy <a href="https://studio.gardenstreets.com/policies/refund-policy">here.</a> Tipping is not expected but always appreciated!

S22: conversations

Wondering what to do in Boston? Places to eat? Free activities? Good for a group? Date night spot? Girls night out? The best things to do? Ask Joyraft!

Best places to go in Boston? Things to do? Places to eat?

Questions & answers about things to do in Boston

Recs 💬

Community recs 💬

S4: top picks

The most fun, cool and unique things to do in Boston. Can’t miss events, shows and experiences. Concerts, restaurants, bars, free things in Boston and beyond.

The most fun and cool events happening around Boston

Hot and new things to do in Boston

Hot & new

Hot & new 🔥

S11: happening this weekend

What to do in Boston this weekend? From festivals, concerts, performances, free events, screenings and more, Joyraft has the best things to do in Boston.

25+ things to do in Boston/Cambridge/Somerville this weekend

Things to do in Boston this weekend

This wknd

This weekend for you

S21: roundups

Our top picks: outdoor dining, free events, spring festivals, best bars, upcoming concerts, museum parties - the latest in and around Boston.  Slug: joyraft-top-picks-best-things-to-do-boston-ma

Top picks of the best things to do in and around Boston

Joyraft picks: Boston’s best things to do

Roundups ⭐️

Curated by Joyraft ⭐️

S28: calendar experiences

This week in Boston

This week in Boston 📆

This week 📆

S20: c+d experiences

Discover new, unique events and experiences happening in and around Boston. Perfect for date night, good for a group or with a friend. Be the first to know.

The newest events happening in and around Boston

The newest events on Joyraft

Just added

Just added to Joyraft

S16: editor picks

The most unique and can’t miss things coming up in Boston / Cambridge / Somerville and beyond. Festivals, food, drinks, fairs, concerts, art and free activities.

Unique and Can’t Miss Things to Do in Boston

Can’t-miss things to do in Boston 🚨

Can't-miss things to do 🚨

S2 (A): top experiences

The most popular things to do on Joyraft. Concerts, restaurants, bars, events, parties, openings, kid friendly, date ideas, free things in Boston and beyond.

Top 20 things to do in Boston

Top 20: Joyraft’s most popular

Top 20

Top 20 on Joyraft

S3 (A): trending experiences

Discover can’t miss events and things to do in Boston. The most fun, unique and cool events coming to the Boston area this spring and summer.

The hottest events happening in Boston

Trending events on Joyraft

Trending 📈

S17: interest based

Your guide to everything free in and around Boston. From events, to fairs, to festivals, to outdoors. Joyraft has all the free events happening near you.

100+ free things to do in Boston and beyond

Free things to do in Boston

Free things to do

S19: interest based

Kid-friendly events in Boston

S18: interest based

Where to eat and drink in Boston? Joyraft has Boston’s newest bars, restaurants and specials. Drinks and pre fixe dinner menus. Cambridge & Somerville too.

Where

craftloft_studio

Experiences

Tufting (Make your own rug)

Abstract Portrait Painting

Candle Making Workshop

Velvet Hand Bag and Tote (Advanced Beginner)

Candle Making Workshop

Pressed Flower Frame Workshop

Make Your Own Dungeons & Dragons Dice Set

Fresh Floral Arrangement Making - Cambridge

Chunky Knit Throw Blanket Making

Succulent Planting Workshop

Moss Art Workshop

Chunky Knit Throw Blanket Making

Make Your Favorite Food Mini Fridge Magnets

Make Your Own Dungeons & Dragons Dice Set

Learn to Use Your Sewing Machine