Week of Events
Monday, February 1, 2027
No events on this day.
Tuesday, February 2, 2027
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February 2, 2027 -DIY Watercolors
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February 2, 2027 -Home Repair: Kitchen Knife Sharpening
DIY Watercolors
Materials saved from the landfill: tins, bottlecaps, glass Skills you'll learn: processing natural pigments into watercolor paints Play with pigments to create your very own handmade watercolor paint set! In this class, you'll learn how to process raw, natural pigments with a glass muller and grinding slab, and different methods and materials for setting and... Read more »
Home Repair: Kitchen Knife Sharpening
Materials saved from the landfill: dull knives, knives with loose handles Skills you'll learn: basic care + sharpening of kitchen knives Dull knives with loose handles can be frustrating, but it's easier to eliminate the frustration than you might think! In this hands-on class, you'll learn basic concepts of sharpening and maintaining your kitchen knives... Read more »
Wednesday, February 3, 2027
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February 3, 2027 -Beeswax Food Wraps
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February 3, 2027 -Intro to Tailoring: Custom Fits
Beeswax Food Wraps
Materials saved from the landfill: fabric Skills you'll learn: waxing fabric, cutting fabric You don't need to go out and buy new products to reduce waste at home -- you can make them yourself from reclaimed materials! In this workshop, you'll craft along to make a set of cloth beeswax wraps from salvaged fabric and... Read more »
Intro to Tailoring: Custom Fits
materials saved from the landfill: clothing skills learned: fit-mapping and pinning, tailoring basics Don’t just mend your clothes—elevate them. This workshop moves beyond basic repairs into the art of professional tailoring. Learn the coveted 'original hem' technique to shorten premium denim seamlessly, master the precise art of fit-mapping and pinning, and discover how to take in... Read more »
Thursday, February 4, 2027
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February 4, 2027 -DIY Worm Bin
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February 4, 2027 -Tools 101: Drills + Sander + Planer
DIY Worm Bin
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 »
Tools 101: Drills + Sander + Planer
Skills you'll learn: power drill, drill press, belt sander, planer Learn how to safely and effectively cut your reclaimed wood with the tools in Perennial's wood shop. In this hour and a half demo, you'll learn how to safely use hand-held power drills and the drill press to create joinery and attach hardware to your... Read more »
Friday, February 5, 2027
No events on this day.
Saturday, February 6, 2027
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February 6, 2027 -Dyeing with Indigo
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February 6, 2027 -Tools 101: Power Saws
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February 6, 2027 -February Open Studio
Dyeing with Indigo
Materials saved from the landfill: cotton bedsheets, natural fabrics Skills you'll learn: Shibori dyeing, kumo and itajime resist techniques Shibori, aka Japanese tie dye, is a multifaceted art where you can tie, fold, and stitch your way to a whole new look for tired linens, clothes, and more. In this class, participants will get to... Read more »
Tools 101: Power Saws
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 »
February Open Studio
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 »
Sunday, February 7, 2027
No events on this day.