Drop-in for a gathering of makers at Art Salvage. Bring a small project to work on while enjoying the conversation and creative inspiration of the group. This group is intended for adults and responsible teens. FREE

Cost: $10 for parent and child
Ages: Recommended for ages 3-12
Registration: sign up online (limited spaces)

Explore creative reuse and make art from unconventional materials. New projects each month!

NEW DATE FOR THIS CLASS TBD

Think outside the box, literally the cereal box. Join us in this basic binding class where you will create upcycled notebooks from various recycled materials. We will use the “Zutter Bind It All” to create wire bound notebooks. Each participant will go home with three handmade notebooks.

Instructor: Alice
Price: $15
Registration:
Ages: 14+ (youth under 18 need an adult onsite for the duration of the class)
Class Policy: By registering for the class you agree to the class policy

Make your own custom banner in this class with upcycled materials. We will use a variety of reused materials to applique, glue, stitch and embellish letters onto fabric pieces to spell out a name or message. Sewing skills are not required but hand and machine sewing will be available. Custom banners are great for celebrating at your next party, holiday or everyday decorating.

Instructor: Kale & Chris
Price: $15
Registration: online by 5/3/25
Ages: 10+ (youth under 18 need an adult registered in the class to attend)
Class Policy: By registering for the class you agree to the class policy

Cost: $10 for parent and child
Ages: Recommended for ages 3-12
Registration: sign up online (limited spaces)

Explore creative reuse and make art from unconventional materials. New projects each month!

Learn the art of mosaic by transforming an ordinary flower pot into a vibrant, one-of-a-kind piece! In this hands-on class, you'll explore design techniques, work with colorful tiles, and master the basics of cutting, arranging, and grouting. Perfect for beginners and craft enthusiasts alike, this workshop will leave you with a beautiful, weather-resistant pot for your home or garden. (Pro tip: Have a favorite mug that you cracked or broke.. bring it along and give it new life)

Instructor: Gwyn
Price: $15
Registration: online by 4/26/25
Ages: 14+ (youth under 18 need an adult onsite for the duration of the class)
Class Policy: By registering for the class you agree to the class policy

Drop-in for a gathering of makers at Art Salvage. Bring a small project to work on while enjoying the conversation and creative inspiration of the group. This group is intended for adults and responsible teens. FREE

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Cost: $10 for parent and child
Ages: Recommended for 2-6 years old
Registration: sign up online (limited spaces)

Explore creativity with your little one! We will use hands-on exploration to experience art basics like color and texture. New projects each month!

Saturday, March 15 • 1 - 5 PM
Spark Central- 1214 W Summit Pkwy

All Ages • Come to our vibrant celebration of spring and leaf with crafts to warm up your soul! Immerse yourself in the joy of welcoming springtime. Let your imagination bloom with folks from Art Salvage and Catholic Charities, plus connect with others in a festive atmosphere celebrating this beautiful time of year.

This program is free thanks to community support.

Drop-in for a gathering of makers at Art Salvage. Bring a small project to work on while enjoying the conversation and creative inspiration of the group. This group is intended for adults and responsible teens. FREE

Cost: $10 for parent and child
Ages: Recommended for 2-6 years old
Registration: sign up online or in person (limited spaces)

Explore creativity with your little one! We will use hands-on exploration to experience art basics like color and texture. New projects each month!

Reuse those beautiful calendars from last year (or beyond) to make a hodgepodge journal. You will learn how to hand stitch papers into a sturdy calendar cover. Then we will use creative exploration to decorate and embellish the journal with scrappy materials.

Instructor: Deb Ellis
Price: $15
Registration: online or in person, preregistration is recommended as space is limited
Ages: 14+
Class Policy: By registering for this class you agree to the class policy

Drop-in for a gathering of makers at Art Salvage. Bring a small project to work on while enjoying the conversation and creative inspiration of the group. This group is intended for adults and responsible teens. FREE

Cost: $10 for parent and child
Ages: Recommended for 2-6 years old
Registration: sign up online or in person (limited spaces)

Explore creativity with your little one! We will use hands-on exploration to experience art basics like color and texture. New projects each month!

This event is FREE to attend. RSVP encouraged with the link below.

30% off for our Salvage Circle on the first Saturday of the month. Follow the link below to learn more about joining the Art Salvage Circle.

Reuse those beautiful calendars from last year (or beyond) to make a hodgepodge journal. You will learn how to hand stitch papers into a sturdy calendar cover. Then we will use creative exploration to decorate and embellish the journal with scrappy materials.

Instructor: Deb Ellis
Price: $15
Registration: online or in person, preregistration is recommended as space is limited
Ages: 14+
Class Policy: By registering for this class you agree to the class policy

Drop-in for a gathering of makers at Art Salvage. Bring a small project to work on while enjoying the conversation and creative inspiration of the group. This group is intended for adults and responsible teens. FREE

Cost: $10 for parent and child
Ages: Recommended for 2-6 years old
Registration: sign up online or in person (limited spaces)

Explore creativity with your little one! We will use hands-on exploration to experience art basics like color and texture. New projects each month!

30% off for our Salvage Circle on the first Saturday of the month. Follow the link below to learn more about joining the Art Salvage Circle.

Drop-in for a gathering of makers at Art Salvage. Bring a small project to work on while enjoying the conversation and creative inspiration of the group. This group is intended for adults and responsible teens. FREE

BRRRZAAR

SPOKANE'S LARGEST, ALL-LOCAL WINTER ART MARKET!

WHEN: December 14th, 2024 • 10am - 8pm

What is BrrrZAAR?

One-stop shopping (Terrain Style) in the wintery time of year! BrrrZAAR takes place on all three floors of River Park Square and features THOUSANDS of swoon-worthy gifts (think jewelry, leather goods, clothing, home goods, original artwork, skin care, candles, mugs, tea, and more!) from 70+ local vendors as well as:

• Live music

• Family-friendly

• Kid’s Activities provided by Art Salvage (noon-5pm)

• Holiday cheer!

30% off for our Salvage Circle on the first Saturday of the month. Follow the link below to learn more about joining the Art Salvage Circle.

Drop-in for a gathering of makers at Art Salvage. Bring a small project to work on while enjoying the conversation and creative inspiration of the group. This group is intended for adults and responsible teens. FREE

$15 ($10 for Salvage Circle Supporters)

Learn a method of quickly and beautifully turning used holiday cards into gift tags. During this class you will use scraps of quality paper and the images from cards to produce a set of gift tags. Use them throughout the year or give them as a gift.

Ages 14+ welcome
Registration required

Class Policy

We’ve heard it a lot, “I’ve got a sewing machine, but I don’t know how to use it” If that sounds familiar then this one day workshop is for you.  Dust that machine off, grab all the parts and head over to Art Salvage for a sewing machine workshop. This class is the perfect primer for our other Upcycle Fashion Lab classes. $45 for the 3 hour workshop.

What we’ll teach:

• Let’s get that machine clean: how to clean and oil your sewing machine

• How a sewing machine works

• How to thread your machine

• How to wind a bobbin

• What all those dials do

• The different types of needles and threads and when you should use what

• Common adjustments to make when your machine misbehaves, ie) troubleshooting

By the end of this class you’ll not only know your machine, you’ll have made something with it! 

Requirement: Bring the manual for your machine, If you don’t have it, it’s likely you can download one.  You will receive a phone call from one of the instructors before class for a verbal intake of your machine to ensure it’s in a condition to use in class. Read the Art Salvage Class Policy before completing registration.

Questions to answer during registration: 

• What is the make and model of your sewing machine

• Do you have the instruction booklet

• Have you sewn with it

• What are your sewing hopes and dreams

• Is your machine in working order? 

Your Teachers: 

Tori Thurman has been sewing since she was in elementary school, and as a content creator and craft educator, continues to share her love for sewing with others. Not only does she incorporate her passion for sustainability through upcycling projects, she even sewed her own wedding dress 23 years ago and it has stood the test of time!

Stephanie Christman- My grandmother, aunts, and mother were excellent seamstresses. Sewing machine stores have been my family's business since the 1950s; it was only natural that sewing became a part of my life and continues to be.  I enjoy teaching people how to use a sewing machine and share the joys of creating that also preserves the environment.

Co-hosted by Art Salvage and Spokane Zero Waste

Art Salvage is a nonprofit Creative Reuse Center that supports the circular economy in the Inland Northwest by diverting usable materials from the waste stream and getting materials into the hands of makers.
Spokane Zero Waste: We are a group of creative, passionate people who believe there are low-waste or waste free solutions for almost every aspect of daily life. We work to build a more resilient community through education, modeling and advocating for low waste policies.