Home Repair: Wood Windows

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

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 »

Sold Out $33.00 – $41.00

Toothbrush Rag Rug

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

Materials saved from the landfill: bedsheets, fabric Skills you'll learn: buttonhole stitch, starting + finishing a circular rug, cutting fabric strips from bedsheets Also referred to as "Amish knot" rugs, toothbrush rugs get their name from the tool used to make them. Toothbrushes, which were once wooden, had a hole in the handle giving early... Read more »

Get Tickets $45.00 – $56.00 1 ticket left

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 »

Sold Out $26.00 – $32.00

Thrift Flip: Button Downs

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

Materials saved from the landfill: textiles Give secondhand shirts a fresh start! In this workshop, you’ll learn how to tailor and rework thrifted button-downs into new, wearable garments that reflect your personal style. Using basic sewing techniques and creative design choices, you’ll transform everyday finds into something completely your own — and keep perfectly good... Read more »

Get Tickets $45.00 – $56.00 3 tickets left

Intro to Mosaics, 11/11+11/18

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

siMaterials 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 Tuesday, November 11 from 6pm – 8:30pm and on Tuesday, November 18 from 6pm - 7:30pm. Learn the basics of mosaics while making a custom design!... Read more »

Sold Out $49.00 – $61.00

Stained Glass Incense Burner

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

Materials saved from the landfill: reclaimed glass Skills you’ll learn: cutting and soldering stained glass Create your own stained glass incense burner using reclaimed glass! In this workshop, you’ll learn the basics of working with stained glass: cutting pieces to size, foiling, and soldering them together into a functional, artful design. It’s a great introduction... Read more »

Sold Out $48.00 – $60.00

French Link Bookbinding, 11/12+11/19

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

Materials saved from the landfill:  paper, thread Skills you'll learn:  French link stitch, folding signatures Please note, this two-day workshop takes place on Wednesdays, November 12 + 19 from 6pm – 8pm each night. Join us for this workshop on the beautiful + functional bookbinding technique - the French Link Stitch. This stitch creates its... Read more »

Get Tickets $54.00 – $67.00 3 tickets left

Woven Wall Hanging

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

Materials saved from the landfill: t-shirts, bed sheets, reclaimed yarn, picture frames Skills you’ll learn: warping a loom, create fringe, weave stripes and shapes Embellish your walls with your very own woven wall hanging! This introductory class will cover everything you need to know from setting up the loom to taking off your finished weaving... Read more »

Sold Out $52.00 – $65.00

Upcycled Candles

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

Materials saved from the landfill: wax, glass Skills you'll learn: techniques for turning leftover candle wax into new candles, including dipped candles + jar candles Learn how to turn the leftover wax from old candles into new ones! Your instructor Amy will show you different techniques for using up that leftover wax from your candle... Read more »

Get Tickets $34.00 – $42.00 3 tickets left

Hand Carved Scoops + Spoons, 11/13+11/20

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

Materials saved from the landfill: wood Skills you'll learn: carving, shaping, sanding wood Please note, this two-day workshop takes place on Thursdays, November 13 + 20 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 skills... Read more »

Sold Out $48.00 – $60.00

Tools 101: Drills + Sander + Planer

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

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 »

Get Tickets $22.00 – $27.00 1 ticket left

Sewing Machines: Level 2

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

Skills you'll learn: zippers, pattern reading, choosing fabrics, stitches Feel confident stitching on your sewing machine, but want to take your skills to the next level? Join this Level 2 sewing class to learn all the unique features of the sewing machine that can help you tackle your next big project! We'll cover topics ranging... Read more »

Get Tickets $32.00 – $40.00 1 ticket left