Make a cash donation and help us build a creative and sustainable culture in St. Louis. As a small and resourceful non-profit, every bit helps us continue reusing materials and teaching folks new creative salvage and DIY skills.
Check out all we’ve accomplished with your help in 2017 in our Perennial Report!
Materials saved from the landfill: wood, picture frame, paper and book pages Skills you'll learn: image transfer, oil paint application + tool maintenance With the right tricks (or treats) and... Read more »
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... Read more »
Materials saved from the landfill: paper, vintage books Skills you'll learn: bookbinding signature sewing, paper tearing, proper gluing methods A self-taught bookbinder, Katie will teach her personal method of upcycling... Read more »
Skills you'll learn: bandsaw, select hand tools Materials saved from the landfill: wood Say goodbye to losing your place in your spellbook + staining its pages! In this class you'll... Read more »
Materials saved from the landfill: tights, embroidery hoops, textiles Skills you'll learn: creating an image on a screen, printing the image onto textiles, caring for your printed textiles We're talking... 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... Read more »
Please note: participants are required to have taken Tools 101: Power Saws prior to taking this class. Materials saved from the landfill: wood Skills you’ll learn: Tools 202: Power Saws... 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 these... Read more »
Materials saved from the landfill: textiles Skills you’ll learn: embroidery stitches such as the running stitch, chain stitch, and blanket stitch; how to patch a hole in woven clothing Use... Read more »
We're offering Intro to Crochet again on Thursday, January 28, 2027 @ 6:00 pm - 8:30 pm. Materials saved from the landfill: yarn Skills you'll learn: In this class, participants will... Read more »
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... Read more »
We're offering Intro to Cyanotypes again on Saturday, December 19 @ 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm. Materials saved from the landfill: fabrics, papers, slide film, transparencies Skills you'll learn: cyanotype... Read more »
Materials saved from the landfill: Drywall, plaster Skills you'll learn: Patching + repairing cracks in drywall and plaster Join us for this demonstration class to learn how to work with... Read more »
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... Read more »
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... Read more »
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... Read more »
Materials saved from the landfill: bed sheets, pillow cases, fabric scraps, salvaged yarn Skills you'll learn: punch needle Learn how to use a punch needle using salvaged fabric scraps +... Read more »
Skills you'll learn: table saw, circular saw Learn how to safely and effectively cut your reclaimed wood with the tools in Perennial's woodshop. In this hour and a half demo,... Read more »
We're offering All I Want for Christmas is U-tensils: Hand-Carved Scoops + Spoons on Thursdays, December 3 + 10 @ 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm. Materials saved from the landfill:... Read more »
Materials saved from the landfill: textiles Prerequisites: Students should be able to thread + sew a straight stitch on a sewing machine before attending this class. Skills you'll learn: simple... 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... Read more »
This class is being offered again on February 11 - tickets are available now! Materials saved from the landfill: fabrics, garments Skills you'll learn: fabric identification, variety of stitches, button... Read more »
Join the creative folks at Perennial for Craft Club! Each month, we host this happy hour event to test out our newest craft ideas while building a sustainable, creative community.... Read more »
Skills you'll learn: hand router, table router, trim router Learn how to safely and effectively shape reclaimed wood with the router tools in Perennial's woodshop. In this 2-hour hands-on demo,... Read more »
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... Read more »
Materials saved from the landfill: tights, embroidery hoops, textiles Skills you'll learn: creating an image on a screen, printing the image onto textiles, caring for your printed textiles We're talking... Read more »
We're offering Home Repair: Doors + Drawers again on Tuesday, January 26, 2027 @ 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm. Materials saved from the landfill: wooden doors, cabinet drawers, hardware Skills... Read more »
Materials saved from the landfill: scrap wood, reclaimed mirrors Skills you’ll learn: measuring and cutting with a miter saw, assembling with nailers, and finishing with hand tools Create a custom... Read more »
Materials saved from the landfill: fabric Skills you'll learn: sewing construction, sew curved lines, follow a pattern Handmade holiday decorations are a great way to dress up your home in... Read more »
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... 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 Thursday, December 3 + 10 from 6pm - 8pm... Read more »
Materials saved from the landfill: magazines, scrap paper, copper electrical wire Skills you'll learn: basic wire wrapping, paper beads Learn best practices for making beautiful paper and copper wire earrings.... Read more »
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... 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... Read more »
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... Read more »
Perennial: Assumption of Risk, Waiver and Release of Liability and Agreement
I wish to obtain certain training and instruction from Perennial (St. Louis), which may involve the use of various
tools and equipment, such as hammers, saws, pliers, box cutters, and the like (the “Training”). In consideration
of being able to participate in any way in the Training (as defined below):
1. I represent that I understand the nature of the activities involved in the Training. I am fully aware of the
risks and hazards connected with these activities, and voluntarily accept and assume full responsibility
for all risks of loss, property damage, death and personal injury that may be sustained by me as a result
of volunteering for or otherwise participating in the Training, whether caused by the negligence,
carelessness or strict liability of a “Released Party” (as defined below) or otherwise. The risks include,
without limitation, those caused by condition of participants and equipment, my skill using the
equipment and actions of other people. In addition to these potential risks, I understand that there are
also unpredictable dangers involved with athletic activities. Understanding the inherent risks and
dangers of participating in the Training, I represent that to the best of my knowledge that I have no
medical, physical, and/or emotional health condition which would hinder or prevent, whatsoever, my
participation in the Training and have not been advised to not participate in the Training by a qualified
medical person.
2. I, for myself, and on behalf of my family members, heirs, assigns, successors, personal representatives,
executors and next of kin, hereby fully and forever release, waive, discharge and covenant not to sue
Perennial, and its present and future affiliates, members, administrators, directors, shareholders, officers,
employees, volunteers, representatives and agents and all other parties and persons connected with
the Training in any way (each a “Released Party” and collectively, the “Released Parties”) from any and
all liability, loss, claims, demands, actions and causes of action whatsoever, present or future, whether
the same be known or unknown, anticipated, or unanticipated, arising out of or related to any loss,
damage or injury, that may be sustained by me, or to any property belonging to me, or resulting in
death, as a result of my participation in the Training, that are caused by the negligence, carelessness or
strict liability of any Released Party or otherwise.
3. I agree that if, despite the foregoing, I, or anyone on my behalf, makes a claim against any of the
Released Parties, I will indemnify, save, and hold harmless each of the Released Parties from any loss,
liability, damage, or cost which any Released Party may incur as a result of such claim.
4. I acknowledge receipt of all rules and regulations governing the Training and agree to comply with all
such rules and regulations.
5. I agree that this Assumption of Risk, Waiver and Release of Liability and Agreement is intended to be as
broad and inclusive as is permitted by the laws of the county in which the Training is conducted and the
State of Missouri and that if any portion hereof is held invalid, it is agreed that the balance shall continue
in full legal force and effect.
I certify that I have read the foregoing, fully understand that I have given up substantial rights by accepting the Terms and Conditions through Perennial’s website
and have accepted the Terms and Conditions freely of my own will and accord and intend my signature to be a complete and
unconditional release of all liability to the greatest extent allowed by law. I acknowledge and agree that there
is good and valuable consideration for each of the rights, obligations and agreements set forth herein.
Media Release
I hereby grant Perennial permission to use my likeness and my artwork in a
photograph, video, or other digital reproduction in any of its publications, including website entries,
without payment or any other consideration.
I hereby irrevocably authorize Perennial to edit, alter, copy, exhibit, publish or distribute these
photographs or videos for purposes of publicizing its programs or for any other lawful purpose. In
addition, I waive the right to inspect or approve the finished product wherein my likeness or artwork
appears. Additionally, I waive any right to royalties or other compensation arising or related to the
use of the photograph.
I herby hold harmless and release and forever discharge Perennial staff, official agents, and partners
from all claims, demands, and causes of action which I, my heirs, representatives, executors,
administrators, or any other persons acting on my behalf or on behalf of my estate have or may have
by reason of this authorization.
I have read this release before accepting Perennial’s Terms and Conditions and I fully understand the contents, meaning, and impact of this
release.
By accepting the Terms and Conditions, I certify that I am 18 years of age or older. I certify that if I am not 18 years of age, a legal guardian has accepted the Terms and Conditions on my behalf.
We need your VOTE for $25,000!
Perennial has been selected as State Farm Neighborhood Assist Top 200 Finalist, and we’re in the running for a $25,000 grant.
From Wednesday 8/15 – Friday 8/24, you can cast 10 votes each day to support Perennial!