Filters

Changing any of the form inputs will cause the list of events to refresh with the filtered results.

Darning + Mending: Weaves

Perennial 3762 S. Broadway, Saint Louis, MO, United States

Materials saved from the landfill: clothes and other household textiles Skills you'll learn: darning, repairing holes in clothing Never worry about damaging your favorite pair of jeans again! In this class, students will learn how to repair small holes in woven, non-stretch fabric garments using traditional mending + darning techniques. Students will be provided with... Read more »

$34.00 – $42.00

Open Studio

Perennial 3762 S. Broadway, Saint Louis, MO, United States

Have you learned a skill at Perennial and are ready to put it into action? Get to work in the shop and make your DIY dreams a reality! Come with your own ideas, designs, and materials (or purchase some here) and craft alongside other sustainable makers. In order to use Perennial tools, you must be... Read more »

$15.00

Make Your Own Yarn

Perennial 3762 S. Broadway, Saint Louis, MO, United States

Materials saved from the landfill:  fabric scraps, orts (those tiny scraps of thread + yarn from sewing and textile projects!) Skills you'll learn: technique for making fabric scrap twine, coiling technique for "art yarn" developed by the instructor Ever wondered what to do with the scraps left over from your sewing + textile projects? Textile... Read more »

$30.00 – $37.00

Tools 101: Power Saws

Perennial 3762 S. Broadway, Saint Louis, MO, United States

Skills you'll learn: chop saw/miter saw, band saw, jig saw, circular saw Learn how to safely and effectively cut reclaimed wood with the power tools in Perennial's woodshop. In this hour and a half hands-on demo, you'll learn how to safely use the chop saw (miter saw) to make square and angled cuts. By learning... Read more »

$26.00 – $32.00

DIY Worm Bin

Perennial 3762 S. Broadway, Saint Louis, MO, United States

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 »

$42.00 – $52.00

Intro to Crochet

Perennial 3762 S. Broadway, Saint Louis, MO, United States

Description coming soon!  

$33.00 – $41.00

Serger Basics

Perennial 3762 S. Broadway, Saint Louis, MO, United States

Materials saved from the landfill: textiles Skills you'll learn:  serger parts, threading a serger, serging Level up your sewing game by learning the basics of using a serger! Sergers, or overlockers, are used to create clean + strong seams and finished edges in a sewing project, often in garment making. They are a great partner... Read more »

$28.00 – $35.00

Home Repair: Sinks

Perennial 3762 S. Broadway, Saint Louis, MO, United States

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 »

$38.00 – $47.00

Intro to Mosaics, 5/9+5/16

Perennial 3762 S. Broadway, Saint Louis, MO, United States

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 »

$49.00 – $61.00

Home Repair: Electrical Level 2

Perennial 3762 S. Broadway, Saint Louis, MO, United States

Description coming soon! Please note: students should complete Home Repair: Electrical before attending.  

$37.00 – $46.00

Intro to Papermaking

Perennial 3762 S. Broadway, Saint Louis, MO, United States

Materials saved from the landfill: matte board, scrap paper Skills you'll learn: pulling + pressing sheets of paper using a mould and deckle Create beautiful, handcrafted papers! In this workshop, participants will make handmade papers using discarded paper waste. The class will cover the basics of papermaking techniques, including fiber and pulp preparation, how to... Read more »

$32.00 – $40.00

DIY Solid Perfume

Perennial 3762 S. Broadway, Saint Louis, MO, United States

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 »

$37.00 – $46.00