Adults and kids will find fun and creative workshops, classes and camps at MECCA! Our wonderful collection of materials provides an abundant resource for all kinds of creative endeavors and is guaranteed to inspire creativity.
EVENTS
Glass Spider and Web Suncatcher Workshop
Saturday, Oct 12th, 2024, 12:00 PM
$45
Come join us for a fun-filled day creating beautiful glass spider and web suncatchers! In this hands-on workshop, instructor April Reign will guide you through the process of tack soldering to make your own unique mixed media suncatcher to hang in your home or garden. You don’t need any experience – all materials will be provided. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to craft a one-of-a-kind piece of art. Ages 16+
Kids & Family Crafting Workshop
Saturday, 10/19, 11/2, 11/16, 12/14, 2024
$5 donation per kiddo
Wizarding Arts Workshop
Tuesday, October 22nd, 3:30 – 5:30pm
$45
Join us for a magical experience at our Wizarding Arts Workshop: Brooms, Wands and Spell Books! Learn the secrets of crafting your own broomstick, wand, and spell book with upcycled and natural materials. Instructors Tenar Flynn and Mitra Gruwell will take students ages 14 and up through the process, step by step, so there is no prior experience required. Gear up for the magical fall season with this in-person workshop will be held at MECCA, 555 High St. Grab your robes and get ready to dive into the enchanting world of wizardry and witch-craft! (All materials provided).
Paint and Sip with June Greene
Saturday, November 2nd, 3:00pm
$45
Join us for a fun-filled evening of creativity and relaxation at MECCA. Let your inner artist shine as June Greene guides you through creating a modern masterpiece of our local vista, the view from Spencer’s Butte, all while enjoying snacks and beverages (alcoholic and non-alcoholic options). No experience is necessary – just bring your enthusiasm and get ready to unwind with friends old and new. Don’t miss out on this fantastic opportunity to unleash your creativity in a laid-back setting. 21+
Upcycling old Sweaters into Accessories
Thursday, November 14th, 3:30pm
$35
Welcome to our Upcycled Accessories from Sweaters Workshop! Join us at MECCA for a fun and creative event where you’ll learn from upcycle fashion designer Mitra Gruwell how to transform old sweaters into stylish winter accessories. From cozy mittens to trendy winter hats, you’ll leave with unique pieces you made yourself. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to upcycle and personalize your wardrobe. Bring your own sewing machine if you have one. Get $10 off if you provide your own sweater to upcycle- use coupon code BYOS10.
Stained Glass Mushroom Workshop with April Reign
Saturday, November 23rd, 12:00pm
$50
Come join us for a fun and creative workshop where you’ll learn how to make your very own stained glass mushroom with the talented glass artist April Reign. In this workshop you will have the opportunity to customize your own glass mushroom. With options to make a suncatcher or a planter, we will use basic soldering techniques to achieve a cute and whimsical design. This is a mixed media workshop with a focus on beginning stained glass skill building. All materials will be provided.
How to Make Money from your Art
Thanks to a Youth Empowerment Grant grant from the City of Eugene Rec Department, MECCA is offering an exciting opportunity for youth artists ages 14-18 who want to learn how to become working artists and make money from their artforms. This Youth Art Series: How to Make Money from your Art consists of 8 workshops, relevant to a variety of disciplines of visual arts and crafts, that draw upon the experience of actual working artists to offer insight and strategies in the following topics:
Topics and Dates:
1. Sourcing Materials for your art and creating a functional workspace- Thursday, Nov 7th 3:30-5:30
2. Marketing yourself as an Arts Brand- Portfolio and Artist statement development- Tuesday, Nov 12th 3:30-5:30
3. Doing a gallery show from Application to hanging your art- Thursday, Nov 21st 3:30-5:30
4. Productize your art to sell- and how to display your work- Thursday, Dec 5th 3:30-5:30
5. Pricing your art and crafts- Tuesday, December 10th 3:30-5:30 pm
6. Design your booth and what to expect when doing a market- Tuesday, December 17th 3:30-5:30 pm
7.Create a workshop in your artform- make money through teaching- Thursday, December 19th 3:30-5:30
8. The Show- Gallery, market and youth taught workshop event open to the public- Saturday, December 21st 12-4 pm
Link to application form: https://forms.gle/
Deadline to apply is October 31st.
Create Something Day
Dec 2 from 12-4
One of our favorite events for kids (and kids at heart) is our annual Create Something Day event. Each holiday season we come together in our community art studio to make gifts for friends and loved ones. The activities change each year, but we’ll always create MECCA Monsters, one-of-a-kind stuffed creatures made from fabric remnants and funky bits and pieces.
COMMUNITY STUDIO
Need a place to create? Looking for inspiration? Our studio is located in the MECCA store and is always open during open hours. It is open to the public and is pay-by-donation. We suggest $3-$5/hour per person. Studio fees include space, supplies, and anything from our pay-what-you-can section. Supplies from the main store can be purchased separately.
Studio space is available on a drop-in basis. However, if you are with a group or will need extra room, please give us a call at 541-302-1810.
CRAFTY PARTIES
Have a creative kiddo or group of friends and looking for a creative place for a gathering or party? We host birthday parties for kids and gatherings for creative adults. We’ll come up with a project based on your interests or you can tell us what you want to make and we’ll go from there.
Parties cost $175 for two hours and include instruction, supplies, and a project to take away. Food isn’t included but you’re welcome to bring treats from home.
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