Materials saved from the landfill: plastic bins, food waste, paper + cardboard Skills you'll learn: vermicomposting, how to use worm casting for plants Have you been curious about composting with worms (AKA vermicomposting)? Do you have a garden or houseplants? Are you seeking a pet that requires very little effort? Are you looking for some... Read more »
Materials saved from the landfill: sinks, faucets, and other parts Skills you'll learn: sink problem triage, sink anatomy, addressing common sink + drain issues Every homeowner or long-time renter has experienced an issue with a sink or faucet. Do you call in a professional or is that little drip or stuck handle something you can... Read more »
Materials saved from the landfill: Chipped plates, broken windows, and more! Skills you'll learn: tile cutting, adhering tile and glass, grouting Please note that this two-day class meets on Saturday, May 9 from 10am – 12:30pm and on Saturday, May 16 from 10am - 11:30am. Learn the basics of mosaics while making a custom design!... Read more »
Description coming soon! Please note: students should complete Home Repair: Electrical before attending.
Materials saved from the landfill: waste from store bought perfume bottles, glass jars, essential oils Skills you'll learn: developing a scent blend, melting wax and oil to properly scent your perfume Develop your own eco-friendly solid perfume from natural and upcycled materials! In this class, we'll walk through the difference between carrier oils and essential... Read more »
Materials saved from the landfill: windows with wooden frames Skills you’ll learn: window anatomy, removing + replacing glazing, removing + replacing paint Learn from our instructor Kelsey Moss of Moss Restoration how to spot damage in those classic St. Louis wood windows. In this class, you'll learn how to repair your old wood windows yourself... Read more »
Materials saved from the landfill: plastic packaging Skills you’ll learn: making salves with natural materials + common plants Create your very own set of healing salves with plants collected from Perennial's educational dye garden! In this workshop, Tara will demonstrate how to infuse shelf-stable oils with garden plants like mint + st. john's wort (subject... Read more »
Skills you'll learn: bandsaw, select hand tools Materials saved from the landfill: wood Say goodbye to losing your place in your cookbook + staining its pages! In this class you'll learn how to use power tools to make your very own cookbook stand using reclaimed wood. This design holds standard-sized cookbooks as well as tablets.... Read more »
Materials saved from the landfill: wood Skills you'll learn: how to operate the miter saw, drill press, and air nailer, + how to interpret carpentry project drawings Create the perfect place for your neighborhood birds to rest in our DIY Birdhouse class. This class uses plans that are approved by the Missouri Department of Conservation... Read more »
Materials saved from the landfill: hardware, barrel Skills you'll learn: rain barrel tips, construction, drilling Learn how to collect rain water in your own backyard with a rain barrel! A local gardening expert will give a talk on the importance + benefits of rainwater collection for the watershed and for your home. After the talk,... Read more »
Materials saved from the landfill: wood Skills you'll learn: carving, shaping, sanding wood Please note, this two-day workshop takes place on Tuesdays, May 26 + June 2 from 6pm - 8pm each night. Handmade wooden scoops and spoons make beautiful heirloom pieces and wonderful host gifts. The class will lead you through basic hand carving... Read more »
Materials saved from the landfill: picture frames, mat boards Skills you'll learn: repairing + replacing parts of salvaged picture frames, mat board cutting + covering Discover tips and tricks for framing your artwork with upcycled picture frames! In this class, we'll discuss the different types of pictures frames you'll find secondhand - from wood to... Read more »
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