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 7 tickets left

DIY Upcycled Picture Framing

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

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 »

Get Tickets $36.00 – $45.00 8 tickets left

Dyeing with Indigo

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

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 »

Get Tickets $43.00 – $54.00 10 tickets left

Custom Wooden Picture Frame, 5/30+6/6

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

Custom framing can be pricey, but this DIY framing process will give you contemporary frames for just a few bucks + your time! Participants will leave this workshop with a handmade 8"x10" wood picture frame. In the first session, we will learn to cut frame stock from reclaimed 2x4s, and practice measuring, cutting, and clamping custom... Read more »

Get Tickets $61.00 – $76.00 2 tickets left

Springtime Dried Floral Wreath

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

Materials saved from the landfill: embroidery hoops, plant materials (pastel and vibrant dried florals) Skills you'll learn: floral wreath design, how to dry and store flowers + foliage Learn to make your own dried floral wreath with flair using sustainable materials. Amy Bunge of Hare & Bear Co. will teach you how to select the... Read more »

Get Tickets $50.00 – $62.00 9 tickets left

Mosaic Stepping Stone

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

Materials saved from the landfill: ceramic plates, scrap glass Skills learned: cutting tile; mixing and casting concrete Learn to use broken plates and forgotten tiles to create a beautiful DIY mosaic! Perennial staff will guide you through each step from cutting tile, mixing concrete, and designing your stone. You'll discover which tools are best for... Read more »

Get Tickets $43.00 – $54.00 5 tickets left

Simple Sewing: Neck Scarf

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

Description coming soon! Please note: ability to thread + sew a straight line on the sewing machine is required.  

Get Tickets $40.00 – $50.00 6 tickets left

Copper Rings + Bracelets

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

Materials saved from the landfill: copper wire Skills you'll learn: wire-stripping, wire-shaping techniques, jewelry sizing Impress your friends with your handmade copper jewelry. In this class you'll practice techniques to source, strip, and shape upcycled copper wire for jewelry making. Korey will share examples from her own resourceful jewelry business and demonstrate multiple designs and... Read more »

Get Tickets $28.00 – $35.00 8 tickets left

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 »

Get Tickets $33.00 – $41.00 4 tickets 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 »

Get Tickets $26.00 – $32.00 7 tickets left

Cold Process Soapmaking

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

Materials saved from the landfill: spent cooking oil, plant materials Skills you'll learn: cold process soapmaking Learn the cold process soapmaking technique with a few natural + sustainable tips! In this class, we'll demonstrate how to clean + repurpose old cooking oil as the basis for your soap. We'll also discuss way to incorporate natural... Read more »

Get Tickets $41.00 – $51.00 5 tickets left

Home Repair: Kitchen Knife Sharpening

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

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 »

Get Tickets $40.00 – $50.00 5 tickets left