October sketchbook club

wednesday, october 15th

5:30 - 7:00 pm

crossing arts members: $5

non-member pricing: $10

ages 15+

It's pumpkin season, so what better way to celebrate then painting some pumpkins in our sketchbooks! Join us at The Crossing Arts, Wednesday, October 15th from 5:30-7pm where we will use watercolor and pen to create some beautiful pumpkin sketches. Just in time for Halloween! 

Sketchbooks will be available to purchase at The Crossing Arts at a special Sketchbook Club rate. 

Pre-registration is required to participate, and it truly makes a difference! Our club has a monthly registration, and we need a minimum of five participants to hold each session. If fewer than five people are registered by noon on the day of the event, the class will be canceled. In that case, those who pre-registered will receive a cancellation phone call, and we’ll also notify our Crossing Arts email list.

If you're excited to spend some creative time with us, please register as soon as possible to secure your spot as space is limited - we’d love to have you! Prefer to pay in person? Just give us a call ahead of time so we know to expect you. 

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October sketchbook club

thursday, october 30th

5:00 - 7:00 pm

free to the public - registration is required

ages 14+

🎃 Pumpkin Watercolor & Crayon Resist Art Class 🖌️

Celebrate the spooky season with a splash of creativity! Join local artist Katy Yenter at The Jessie F. Hallett Library in Crosby, MN for a free Halloween-themed art class featuring pumpkin watercolor painting with crayon resist techniques. This hands-on workshop is perfect for all skill levels - whether you're a budding artist or just looking for a festive way to spend the evening, this class will be perfect for you!

👻 What to Expect:

• Learn the magical crayon resist method to create glowing pumpkin designs

• Experiment with vibrant watercolors to bring your Halloween art to life

• Enjoy a relaxed, fun atmosphere with fellow art lovers

📍 Location: Jessie F. Hallett Library, Crosby, MN

🎨 Cost: Free to the public - registration is required as space is limited

All materials provided—just bring your imagination!. 

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Ice Dyeing with Karen DeVries

Friday, October 31st

10:30 am - 1:30 pm

crossing arts members: $40

non-member pricing: $45

ages 12+

Local fiber artist, Karen DeVries, is back at The Crossing Arts to teach another exciting fabric-dyeing technique: ice-dyeing! In this three-hour class, Karen will lead students in dyeing three cotton dish towels using ice and powdered dyes. As the ice melts overnight, the dye will dissolve into the water to create beautiful, unpredictable patterns in your finished fabric! Finished pieces can be picked up at Crossing Arts on Saturday, November 1st.

What to bring:

• Apron or clothes you don't mind getting dye on

• Gloves (Size medium medical gloves will be available at Crossing Arts)

• A mask for safety when working with powdered dyes.

This course is beginner-friendly, ages 12+.

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celtic knot basket workshop

with shannon lucas westrum

saturday, november 8th

10am - 4pm

crossing arts members: $115

non-member pricing: $120

ages 14+

Join Master Weaver Shannon Lucas Westrum for a hands-on basket weaving workshop, where you will create a beautiful Celtic Knot basket! This workshop highlights traditional craftmanship and practical functionality, Shannon will guide participants though the process of weaving this elegant design from top to bottom. All materials will be provided, making this workshop ideal for beginners and experience basket makers alike! 

The sample basket (see photo) is 12" across, 8" deep, and 8" high. 

Hand dexterity is required.

Ages 14+

There will be a 1/2-hour lunch break. Lunch will not be provided, so please plan accordingly.

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winter pond watercolor class

with artist darcy brambrink

saturday, november 22nd

1:00 - 3:00 pm

crossing arts members: $90

non-member pricing: $95

ages 15+

In this beginner-friendly watercolor class, you'll learn to paint a peaceful scene featuring a lone tree and a shimmering icy river. With just four basic colors, we’ll explore the magic of shapes and reflections—proving that simplicity can be stunning.

All art supplies are provided to help you complete your own 9" x 12" masterpiece. Just bring a hair dryer to help speed up the drying process, and we’ll take care of the rest.

Your guide on this artistic journey is Darcy Brambrink, a talented member of both the Minnesota Watercolor Society and the American Watercolor Society. Her warm teaching style and expert tips will make this a relaxing and rewarding experience for all skill levels.

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The Crossing Arts’ workshops are funded, in part, by the voters of Minnesota through grants from Five Wings Arts Council and the Minnesota State Arts Board, thanks to a legislative appropriation from the Arts and Cultural Heritage Fund.