Let’s make stuff! Learning a new skill or craft is more fun (and you’ll likely have better luck) when you seek out an experienced teacher and take a class. Here are 5 places to find excellent classes:
Fancy Tiger (59 Broadway)
Best for: Sewing, felting, knitting, crochet, embroidery and spinning fibers
Ages: Kids and adults
Average Cost of a Single Class: $35 plus materials
The Lamb Shoppe (3513 E. 12th Ave.)
Best for: Crochet, knitting
Ages: Kids and adults
Average Cost of a Single Course (3 classes): $70
The Craftsman and Apprentice (1345 E. 22nd Ave.)
Best for: Woodworking, traditional survival skills (knot tying, making fire) and maker camps for kids
Ages: Kids and Adults
Average Cost of a Single Class: $35, includes materials
Cook Street Cooking School (1937 Market St.)
Best for: Date night cooking classes; classes covering world cuisines, baking, desserts, chef skills, wine, beer and spirits
Ages: Adults
Average Cost of a Single Class: $89
Sur La Table (121 Clayton Lane)
Best for: Classes covering seasonal recipes, basic cooking skills and classic menus
Ages: Adults
Average Cost of a Single Class: $69
