It’s the New Year, and with that comes New Year’s Resolutions, which often include learning a new skill or finishing that remodel that was started a while back.
While resolutions often come and go before the first month of the year is over, downtown Claremore offers the opportunity to get involved and cross some of those resolutions off your list.
Several businesses offer classes to help refurbish an old piece of furniture, improve your art skills or teach young ones how to bake.
Click “Read More” and scroll through some of the offered courses and see what might fit your goals for 2016.
“Bring Your Own Piece” Chalk Paint Class
Who: Adult, all ages
What: Students learn to paint and wax their own pieces of furniture during the two hours of hands-on instruction.
When: Monday evenings, 6-8 p.m.
Where: Vintique Charm, 323 W. Will Rogers Blvd.
Why: To turn that old piece of furniture into a beautiful home creation
How Much: $125, but cost includes $90 worth of supplies (quart of Annie Sloan Chalk Paint, can of wax, 2-inch flat brush)
Additional information: Students must sign up in advance due to class sizes. Call (918) 923-6222 or stop by to register!
Note: Vintique Charm also offers various DIY projects, including signs, orchard ladders and trays. Check their Facebook or visit their website for dates.
Kids Baking Class
Who: Children, ages 5+
What: Children will get the opportunity to bake from scratch and decorate two cookies or two cupcakes – one to eat on the spot and one to take home for later.
When: Saturdays, twice a month
Where: Caboose Bakery & Café, 522 W. Will Rogers Blvd.
Why: To learn a necessary and fun skill at a young age
How Much: $20 a class with discounts for repeat attendees
Additional Information: Children must be registered before the class to ensure enough supplies are provided. To sign up, stop by or call (918) 923-6556.
Adult Art Classes
Who: Adults, all ages
What: Mixed media painting on gallery wrapped canvas
When: Thursdays, 10:30 a.m.-12 p.m.
Where: Studio B Artworks, 422 W. 4th St.
Why: To cultivate a new skill or improve your painting abilities.
How Much: $100 for six weekly 90-minute classes. All supplies are included.
Additional Information: To register, stop by from 1-6 p.m. Monday through Friday or call (918) 443-7278.
Note: Join Friday Night Painting on January 29 from 6:30-9 p.m. for Alabaster & Jade, a floral still-life created with palette knives. Regular Friday Night Painting classes are offered. Follow Studio B on Facebook for more details.
Children’s Art Class
Who: Classes offered for preschool (Mommy and Me), K-8th and homeschool
What: Various art classes tailored specifically for the age group, six weekly classes
When: Classes vary in time and day of the week depending on age
Where: Studio B Artworks, 422 W. 4th St.
Why: To give children that extra attention and boost of confidence when it comes to art
How Much: $65-75, depending on age
Additional Information: Follow Studio B on Facebook or call (918) 443-7278 for more details or to register a student.
Note: Studio B does birthday parties! Parties start at $150 for 10 painters. Private lessons are also offered for all ages.
Plaster Paint 101
Who: Adults, all ages
What: This course teaches the basics and fundamentals of using Plaster Paint and its products, including layering, distressing and using magic seal.
When: Feb. 9, 6-8 p.m.
Where: Willow Tree Mall, 409 W. Will Rogers Blvd.
Why: Enjoy a fun night out while learning some new techniques to revitalize old furniture
How Much: $25, all supplies included
Additional Information: Stop by or call (918) 404-9905 to reserve your space today. Also, join the Facebook event for details.