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15 events found. Events Events Search and Views Navigation Search Enter Keyword. Search for Events by Keyword. Find Events Event Views Navigation List List Month Day Today 8/4/2026 August 4 – 8/11/2026 August 11 Select date. August 2026 Tue 4 Faux Stained Glass August 4 @ 5:00 pm – 8:00 pm The 815 Artisan Collective 126 W Lincoln, Belvidere, IL, United States 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 Get Tickets $40.00 Wed 5 Open Hands Creative Studio August 5 @ 11:00 am – 1:00 pm The 815 Artisan Collective 126 W Lincoln, Belvidere, IL, United States This special needs craft gathering is a welcoming, inclusive space where creativity is encouraged and everyone can participate at their own pace. Each session features a simple, hands-on project designed to be adaptable for a variety of abilities, with guidance and support every step of the way. This gathering is all about enjoying the process, building confidence, and creating in a relaxed, low-pressure environment. Caregivers are absolutely welcome to attend—please just let us know in advance so we can plan accordingly and make the experience as comfortable as possible for everyone. Get Tickets $18.00 Wed 5 Collective Clue Club August 5 @ 3:00 pm – 5:00 pm The 815 Artisan Collective 126 W Lincoln, Belvidere, IL, United States Love puzzles, mysteries, riddles, and detective stories? Join us for The Clue Club, a relaxed gathering for curious minds who enjoy solving things. Bring your favorite mystery puzzle book, logic challenge, or clue-solving game and work alongside fellow puzzle enthusiasts. Whether you’re working through The Killer Isn’t Alice, tackling Brain Games: Cold Case Puzzles, deciphering codes, or piecing together clues, you’ll find plenty of opportunities to think, discuss, and solve. Get Tickets Free Wed 5 Cozy Stitch Club August 5 @ 5:00 pm – 8:00 pm The 815 Artisan Collective 126 W Lincoln, Belvidere, IL, United States 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. Get Tickets Free Thu 6 Creative Hangouts: Make it Pop August 6 @ 12:00 pm – 1:30 pm The 815 Artisan Collective 126 W Lincoln, Belvidere, IL, United States Ready to level up your style? In Make It Pop, teens will transform everyday items into bold, personalized creations using fun and trendy crafting techniques. Each session features a different project designed to help you decorate and upgrade something just for you. One session might have you puff painting the cover of a journal, another could involve sculpting a unique clay plant holder, or designing a custom monogram piece for your wall. Along the way, you’ll experiment with different materials, textures, and design ideas while learning creative techniques that make your projects stand out. This workshop is perfect for teens who love DIY, decorating their space, and expressing their personal style. With step-by-step guidance and plenty of room for creativity, every creator will leave with something fun, unique, and totally their own. All materials are included, so just bring your creativity and get ready to make it pop! Get Tickets $15.00 Thu 6 Creative Hangouts: Art Lab August 6 @ 3:30 pm – 5:30 pm The 815 Artisan Collective 126 W Lincoln, Belvidere, IL, United States Calling all creative tweens and teens! Join us each month for Art Lab, a fun, hands-on workshop where participants explore new art techniques and create a one-of-a-kind project to take home. Each session features a fresh project and creative medium, giving creators the chance to experiment with a wide variety of artistic styles throughout the year—everything from faux stained glass and air-dry clay to painting, mixed media, and more. Since every session offers something new, participants can come back month after month and continue growing their artistic abilities. Step-by-step guidance is provided while still leaving plenty of room for personal creativity and self-expression. All materials are included—just show up ready to create! Get Tickets $18.00 Thu 6 Beginner Crochet Stuffie August 6 @ 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm The 815 Artisan Collective 126 W Lincoln, Belvidere, IL, United States Join us for a cozy and creative Beginner Crochet Stuffy Workshop, 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. All materials are included with your registration, so you can simply show up ready to stitch. 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. Get Tickets $25.00 Thu 6 Beginner Stitches August 6 @ 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm The