The Pennsylvania Guild of Craftsmen offers an array of classes for adults in blacksmithing, glass, jewelry, fiber, wood, and pottery. Our workshops are accessible for everyone, with most being suitable for beginners. We strive to continually connect our Guild members and local artists to the local community through education. Join us for an afternoon or evening and learn a new skill!
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Redware Sgraffito Plate
2026-03-21
10:00 am - 4:00 pm
Instructor: Denise Wilz Skill Level: Beginner This workshop will focus on the sgraffito technique used by 18th and 19th century Pennsylvania German potters to make expressive designs in their folk art pottery. Sgraffito means to “scratch” and workshop participants will draw and scratch a design on a redware plate. Participants can choose a traditional Pennsylvania …
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Redware Sgraffito Plate – March 21Read More »
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Denise Wilz
Denise Wilz has been creating Pennsylvania Redware since 2002. She is a Master Artisan of the Pennsylvania Guild of Craftsmen and is included in the Directory of Traditional American Crafts presented by Early American Life magazine. Denise has a degree in Studio Art from Moravian University and was a computer programmer prior to opening her pottery studio. Veranda magazine featured her work in 2023 in the article "A Fiery Renaissance ~ Modern potters are reshaping centuries-old ceramic arts, signaling a bold new era for American craft". Her article Pennsylvania Redware was published in Pottery Making Illustrated magazine and is included in three books by the American Ceramic Society. wilzpottery.com
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Needle Felted Easter Eggs
2026-03-21
1:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Instructor: Sarah Summers Skill Level: Beginner Join us for a fun and relaxed needle felting workshop focusing on creating decorated Easter eggs in wool. No experience is necessary—this class is perfect for beginners as well as those with some felting experience. Participants will receive a high-quality needle felting kit with enough wool to complete two …
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Needle Felted Easter Eggs – March 21Read More »
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Sarah Summers
Sarah Summers grew up on a small Lititz farm where a menagerie of pets… horses, swans, peacocks, donkeys, chickens, goats, ducks, and more were all part of the family. At five, her artistic streak caught the eye of her teacher, who encouraged her parents to enroll her in formal art classes. Sarah studied art, mostly painting, throughout her school years. She later became a teacher herself, and her classroom memories are vivid with art-filled images. A favorite is of her 25 Kindergarteners sprawled on the floor painting giant yellow blossoms inspired by Eve Bunting’s “Sunflower House.” After retiring, Sarah dove into textile art and discovered needle felting in 2019. She was intrigued, but intimidated, since her art was mostly 2-dimensional. Venturing into the 3D realm of sculpting was a bit scary. Still, as a passionate animal lover, she saw this as an ideal medium for capturing their likeness and charm. Sarah quickly realized that sculpting in wool came naturally and, in fact, was very calming. The craft soon became a blessing, too, when Sarah found herself caring full-time for her elderly parents on the family farm. Every graceful swan, brilliant Cardinal, little fox, or likeness of a beloved pet that Sarah created brought them immense joy. The pure delight on their faces was priceless. Now her parents are gone, Sarah treasures knowing how much her tiny creatures contributed to their happiness. Always a teacher at heart, today Sarah enjoys instructing needle felting workshops, as well as producing custom pet sculptures. You can find her creations in Lititz at Artisan Mill and Purple Robin Reserve.
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Celtic Stained Glass
2026-03-22
9:30 am - 4:00 pm
Instructor: Donna Lashof Skill Level: Beginner Create a stained glass piece based on Celtic designs. The class begins with a safety overview and an introduction to the tools used. You will be guided through each of the steps from selecting a pattern, selecting the glass, cutting the pieces, shaping with a grinder, applying copper foil, positioning the …
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Celtic Stained Glass – March 22Read More »
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Pysanky Eggs
2026-03-23
2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Instructor: Bob Antonishak Skill Level: Beginner Learn the art of making pysanky – Ukrainian Easter eggs, in this fun class! Dyes, beeswax, and a stylus are used to decorate the eggs with traditional Ukrainian designs. Students will have an array of colors to choose from for their eggs. All materials are included in the tuition. No …
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Pysanky Eggs – March 23Read More »
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Egg Decorating with Wax & Tradition: Creating Pysanky-Inspired Eggs
2026-03-24
5:30 pm - 8:30 pm
Instructor: Beth deVitry Skill Level: Beginner Step into the world of timeless tradition and artistic expression in this hands-on egg decorating class, where you’ll learn the intricate art of creating beautiful Easter eggs using a special technique passed down through generations. Drawing inspiration from Ukrainian pysanky and a tradition taught to me by my German …
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Egg Decorating with Wax & Tradition: Creating Pysanky-Inspired Eggs – March 24Read More »
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Introduction to Flameworking: Moon Phase Plant Stakes
2026-03-24
5:30 pm - 8:30 pm
Instructor: Phil Hackman Skill Level: Beginner This beginner workshop will use a varied amount of glow-in-the-dark as well as opaque and transparent glass color tones to melt and shape uniquely handcrafted whimsical Plant Stakes that can be displayed indoors or outdoors. No experience with flameworking is necessary, but any skill level can be accommodated. We …
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Introduction to Flameworking: Moon Phase Plant Stakes – March 24Read More »
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Handmade Sterling Silver Hoop Earrings
2026-03-25
5:30 pm - 8:30 pm
Instructor: Beth deVitry Skill Level: Beginner Discover the art of jewelry-making in this immersive workshop where you’ll create your own pair of handmade sterling silver hoop earrings! Perfect for beginners and those looking to build their metalworking skills, this class will cover essential techniques including sawing, filing, sanding, soldering, forging, and forming. Guided by a …
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Handmade Sterling Silver Hoop Earrings – March 25Read More »
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Stained Glass Bookends
2026-03-26
9:30 am - 4:00 pm
Instructor: Donna Lashof Skill Level: Beginner During this one-day workshop, students will create a set of wood and glass bookends. The class begins with a safety overview and an introduction to the tools used. Students will learn how to cut, grind, foil, solder, and finish a pair of glass insets. You will be able to …
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Stained Glass Bookends – March 26Read More »
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Pysanky Eggs
2026-03-28
10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Instructor: Bob Antonishak Skill Level: Beginner Learn the art of making pysanky – Ukrainian Easter eggs, in this fun class! Dyes, beeswax, and a stylus are used to decorate the eggs with traditional Ukrainian designs. Students will have an array of colors to choose from for their eggs. All materials are included in the tuition. No …
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Pysanky Eggs – March 28Read More »
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Handcrafted Silver Chainmaking: Forge, Solder, and Design Your Own Bracelet
2026-03-28
10:00 am - 4:00 pm
Instructor: Beth deVitry Skill Level: Beginner In this hands-on workshop, students will learn the art of chainmaking by creating their very own hand-forged silver link bracelet. Under the guidance of an experienced instructor with over 35 years in the craft, you’ll master essential techniques such as forging, bending, and soldering to form seamless links that …
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Handcrafted Silver Chainmaking: Forge, Solder, and Design Your Own Bracelet – March 28Read More »
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Participants are encouraged to register early. Register online or by calling 717-431-8706. If you have any questions, please contact us here.
Tuition
Tuition for each workshop is noted in the descriptions. Guild members receive a 10% discount on most classes. You may register online or by calling the office at 717-431-8706.
Confirmation
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Workshop Cancellation/Refund Policy
We understand that plans can change, and we strive to accommodate our participants as best as possible. Please review our refund policy before registering for a workshop:
In order to request a withdrawal from a workshop, students must contact the Guild by phone at 717-431-8706 or contact us here.
Cancellations More Than 7 Days Before the Workshop
If a cancellation is made more than 7 days before the workshop, a 10% administrative fee will be deducted from any refund to the original form of payment to cover credit card processing and administrative costs. A workshop credit of 100% of the tuition may also be offered. Workshop credits expire 6 months after the date of the workshop.
Cancellations Within 4-7 Days of the Workshop
Cancellations made within 4 to 7 days of the workshop are not eligible for a refund to the original form of payment but may be transferred to another class or issued as a workshop credit for future use. Workshop credits expire 6 months after the date of the workshop.
Cancellations 3 Days or Less of the Workshop
Cancellations made within 3 days of the workshop are not eligible for a refund or a workshop credit.
No-Show Policy
If you do not notify us ahead of the class and fail to attend, you are not eligible for a refund or a workshop credit.
Classes canceled by the instructor or the Guild.
Students are eligible to receive a 100% refund to the original form of payment or workshop credit if the workshop is canceled by the instructor or the Guild. Workshop credits expire within 6 months of the date of the workshop.
Accessibility
We do not have an elevator, so some of our classrooms are wheelchair accessible and some are not. Please contact us here to find out more about your classroom.
Snow and Inclement Weather
Severe weather poses many safety concerns for participants that may require modifications to the workshop’s hours. Based on current conditions in the area immediately surrounding the event and our best judgment, the Guild staff may delay the opening of a workshop or postpone a workshop to another date that the instructor is available. Circumstances that justify amending workshop hours include icy roads, rapid snowfall, tornado warnings, and other severe weather conditions. The Guild does not offer weather-related refunds of class fees unless the workshop is canceled.
Class Proposals from Artists
Artists interested in teaching may submit a proposal online here.