Events

Join us for a fun and beginner-friendly crochet journey as you create a beautiful 50" x 60" sampler afghan from start to finish! In this class, you’ll learn 30 different crochet stitches over 15 sessions, building your skills one square at a time. Each class introduces new stitches and techniques while helping you grow more confident with your crochet skills. Perfect for beginners or anyone looking to expand their stitch knowledge, this class walks you through the process step-by-step while you create a cozy, heirloom-quality blanket to take home when the course is complete. Along the way, you’ll gain the skills and confidence to tackle future crochet projects with ease. No crochet experience? You’re absolutely welcome! Beginners will just need to complete two additional foundational classes before jumping into the sampler so you feel comfortable with the basics. Attend any 10 sessions that work for your schedule, and receive individualized guidance each time so you can move confidently through your pattern at your own pace. You’ll choose from four thoughtfully curated, customizable colorway options to make your afghan uniquely yours. All materials are included with your registration, so you can simply show up ready to stitch. Need extra support between sessions? You’re welcome to attend Cozy Stitch Club for additional help and encouragement along the way. To skip online fees, you’re also welcome to sign up in-store, or by emailing business@the815artisancollective.com or calling/texting the collective at 815-570-3815. We’re happy to accept payment directly through PayPal, Venmo or Zelle.

Join us in person for the Intuitive Art Circle, a heart-led, spirit-guided experience where creativity becomes medicine and connection becomes ceremony. This is a gentle space for soul-aligned beings to slow down, breathe, and listen inward. Through channeled guided meditation, intuitive art, and journaling, we come together to release what is heavy, nourish the heart, and remember who we are beneath the noise. No art experience is needed. Only an open heart. Come if you are longing for: deeper connection (with yourself and others) soft healing and emotional release nervous system grounding sacred creative expression a community that feels safe, authentic, and real Come as you are. Leave feeling lighter, steadier, and more connected to your soul and the Earth.  To skip online fees, you’re also welcome to sign up in-store, or by emailing business@the815artisancollective.com or calling/texting the collective at 815-570-3815. We’re happy to accept payment directly through PayPal, Venmo or Zelle.

Slow down, relax, and discover the joy of mindful drawing in this beginner-friendly Zentangle class. The Zentangle Method is an easy-to-learn, relaxing, and fun way to create beautiful images using simple, structured patterns called “tangles.”  In this class, you’ll learn how to turn simple lines, dots, and curves into intricate, eye-catching designs—no drawing experience needed! Zentangle is all about the process, not perfection, so there’s no pressure and no “wrong” way to create.  We’ll walk step-by-step through the basics, including creating patterns, building layers, and adding shading for depth. Along the way, you’ll find yourself relaxing into the rhythm of drawing and enjoying a creative break from the busyness of everyday life. Come as you are—whether you’re a total beginner or just looking for a new creative outlet. You’ll leave with a finished piece, new skills, and a sense of calm (plus the confidence to keep tangling on your own!). Most importantly, this is a space to create, connect, and be part of a welcoming, creative community. To skip online fees, you’re also welcome to sign up in-store, or by emailing business@the815artisancollective.com or calling/texting the collective at 815-570-3815. We’re happy to accept payment directly through PayPal, Venmo or Zelle.

Create the look of luminous stained glass — no soldering required! In this hands-on faux stained glass workshop, you’ll design and complete your own beautiful artwork using a precision laser-cut wooden outline that mimics traditional stained glass leading, making it easy to achieve clean lines and a stunning segmented design. You’ll learn how to work with broken glass to fill your piece, combining classic stained glass aesthetics with modern techniques in a way that’s approachable and fun for all skill levels. Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced maker, you’ll enjoy the creative process and leave with a gorgeous, ready-to-display piece that glows beautifully in natural light. All materials are provided — just bring your creativity and come ready to create! To skip online fees, you’re also welcome to sign up in-store, or by emailing business@the815artisancollective.com or calling/texting the collective at 815-570-3815. We’re happy to accept payment directly through PayPal, Venmo or Zelle.  

Cozy Stitch Club is a relaxed, welcoming hangout for anyone who loves crafting with their hands. Whether you crochet, knit, hand sew, embroider—or dabble in something else entirely—you’re invited to bring your own project and enjoy a cozy time stitching alongside others. This isn’t a class, just a low-pressure creative gathering. Come to make progress on a project, get help from fellow stitchers, get inspired by what others are working on, or simply enjoy the company and conversation. All skill levels are welcome. To skip online fees, you’re also welcome to sign up in-store, or by emailing business@the815artisancollective.com or calling/texting the collective at 815-570-3815. We’re happy to accept payment directly through PayPal, Venmo or Zelle.

Join us for a fun and creative Porch Board Painting Class! In this hands-on workshop, you’ll design and paint your very own porch sign — the perfect statement piece for your front entrance or patio. You’ll receive step-by-step instruction from an experienced instructor, making it easy and enjoyable whether you’re a beginner or have some painting experience. There will be two theme-related designs to choose from on the day of class, and all materials are included — your porch board, paints, brushes, stencils, and tools. The atmosphere will be friendly and relaxed, so no experience is needed. Just bring your creativity (and wear something you don’t mind getting a little paint on)! In 2–3 hours, you’ll leave with a beautifully hand-painted porch board you’ll be proud to display or gift To skip online fees, you’re also welcome to sign up in-store, or by emailing business@the815artisancollective.com or calling/texting the collective at 815-570-3815. We’re happy to accept payment directly through PayPal, Venmo or Zelle.

Perfect for creative tweens and teens, this beginner-friendly class introduces students to the relaxing and artistic world of modern embroidery. Students will learn how to transform simple thread and fabric into beautiful stitched designs while exploring a variety of embroidery stitches and techniques. Throughout the class, students will practice foundational stitches, learn how to follow patterns, transfer designs, and combine stitches to create unique textures and artwork. Each student will complete a modern embroidery project while gaining the skills needed to continue creating their own designs at home.   This class is designed with homeschool tweens and teens in mind, offering a calm, creative space where students can focus, learn new skills, and express their creativity. Step-by-step instruction and individual guidance help every student feel confident as they stitch.   All materials are included, so students can simply show up ready to create.   To skip online fees, you’re also welcome to sign up in-store, or by emailing business@the815artisancollective.com or calling/texting the collective at 815-570-3815. We’re happy to accept payment directly through PayPal, Venmo or Zelle.

Calling all creative tweens and teens! In Homeschool Stitch Squad: Stuffies, students will learn how to crochet their own adorable plush creations while building confidence with crochet techniques. Each project focuses on creating a fun stuffed character while practicing skills like shaping, increasing, decreasing, and assembling pieces.   This class is perfect for homeschool tweens and teens who already know the basics of crochet and are ready to level up their skills while making something cute and cuddly. Step-by-step guidance helps students work through each pattern while learning tips and techniques that will help them tackle future crochet projects.   All materials are included, and students will leave with a handmade stuffed creation they can keep or gift.   To skip online fees, you’re also welcome to sign up in-store, or by emailing business@the815artisancollective.com or calling/texting the collective at 815-570-3815. We’re happy to accept payment directly through PayPal, Venmo or Zelle.

Join us for a cozy and creative Beginner Crochet Stuffy Making Class, where yarn, imagination, and community come together. In this hands-on workshop, you’ll learn how to transform simple stitches into an adorable handmade stuffie you can proudly take home. We’ll walk through the basics of shaping, increasing and decreasing, stuffing, and finishing techniques, all in a supportive, encouraging environment. Participants should be comfortable with basic crocheting. More than just a class, this is a space to gather, connect, and create alongside fellow makers. Whether you come with a friend or arrive solo, you’ll leave not only with a sweet handmade stuffie, but with new skills, new confidence, and new connections within our creative community. To skip online fees, you’re also welcome to sign up in-store, or by emailing business@the815artisancollective.com or calling/texting the collective at 815-570-3815. We’re happy to accept payment directly through PayPal, Venmo or Zelle.

Spend an afternoon and evening creating and connecting at our Adult Crafting Night at the collective. This come-as-you-are gathering is all about community—bring any project you’re currently working on, whether it’s sewing, knitting, painting, paper crafts, or something else you love. Dinner is included to keep things easy, just bring your own drinks and settle in for a relaxed, welcoming night of conversation, creativity, and time spent with fellow makers. No instruction, no pressure—just a shared table, good food, and meaningful connection. To skip online fees, you’re also welcome to sign up in-store, or by emailing business@the815artisancollective.com or calling/texting the collective at 815-570-3815. We’re happy to accept payment directly through PayPal, Venmo or Zelle.

Give your plants a fresh start! Bring in a plant and a pot, and The Plant Hustle will repot it for you while you shop and explore The 815 Artisan Collective. There will also have a variety of plants and pots available for purchase if you’re looking to add something new to your collection! To make sure we can help as many plants as possible, please keep plants to a manageable size (no large floor plants during the event). If you have a larger statement piece, just reach out to schedule a separate time and we can discuss options and pricing. Come hang out, refresh your plants, and enjoy a little greenery with our community!