Learn to make by hand
In the historic village of Waterford
The Waterford Craft School seeks to preserve traditional methods used in craft and building arts through hands-on immersive instruction. We enable students to learn make-by-hand skills by offering classes to the public taught by experts in each field.
The school is part of the educational mission of the Waterford Foundation and works with the Waterford Fair to provide opportunities for artisans to demonstrate and teach and for students to experience and learn.
Hands-on instruction
Crafts & Building Arts
Ages 18 and up
One and two-day classes
Lunch included
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CLASSES
2019 classes. More classes will be added as information is available.
Exploring Color: Introduction to Watercolor
In this two-day class, learn the basics of watercolor with artist Antonia Walker.
April 13 – 14
Repair and Restoration of Old Windows 2019
In this two-day class, students will focus on the repair and restoration of traditional putty glazes window sashes, typically found in houses built prior to 1940.
April 13 – 14
Suminagashi and Turkish Marbling
In this two-day class, students will explore the preparation of the wide range of colors used in Turkish (ebru) marbling.
April 13 – 14
Splint Seat Weaving
In this one-day class, students will focus on weaving splint seats along with learning the history, origin, and preservation of their woven seats made using this technique.
April 13
Making a Floorcloth — from Start to Finish
Participants will learn how to prepare a raw piece of canvas, floorcloth history and construction, design creation and stenciling technique.
April 13
The Universal Penman: A Primer in 18th Century Handwriting
Learn the everyday handwriting of the eighteenth century incorporating handsome curves, grand flourishes, and other aesthetically-pleasing treatments, transforming an otherwise utilitarian alphabet into a truly beautiful art form of its own.
April 13
Introduction to the Pointed Pen
Get a taste of old-time penmanship and enjoy a relaxed evening of instructional fun in this one evening class. Beginners Welcome! Wine available.
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“This course was exactly what I hope it would be. I learned A LOT.”
“Allen was outstanding – clear, knowledgeable, understandable, interesting.”
“Wonderful course content. Gave us all hope that we will be able to repair our windows.”
“It was exactly what I hoped to learn – and I am now not at all dissuaded to tackle my own windows.”
“Karen Wychock was friendly, helpful, skilled basket maker. I liked the small class with personal attention.”
“Great lunch both days. Facility was clean and open. A lot of room.”
Become an Instructor
Join us as we aim to preserve handmade crafts such as quilting, weaving, pottery, furniture-making, basket weaving, and blacksmithing by educating the next generation of artisans. Classes in building arts are also encouraged, such as traditional construction methods, old and historic building restoration, and adaptive reuse.
Class space provided – Space appropriate for your specific class is provided for you in Waterford.
No administrative tasks – The Waterford Craft School handles all registrations and administrative tasks.
Lunch is provided – The Waterford Craft School provides lunch for students & instructors allowing you to concentrate on teaching.
Become a Member
Foundation members receive a $25 discount on a class.
