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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Gold & Silver Stacking Rings
2025-12-14
2:00 pm - 4:30 pm
Instructor: Jessica Keemer Skill Level: Beginner Make three stacking rings in this fun workshop! Students will learn how to size, form, solder, and finish two 14 k gold-filled bands and one sterling silver band. Techniques in texturizing metal and polishing will be covered in class. Students will leave with three beautiful rings that they can wear …
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Gold & Silver Stacking Rings – December 14Read More »
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Metalsmithing Basics: Soldering, Texturizing, & Stone Setting
2025-12-16
6:30 pm - 9:00 pm
Instructor: Jessica Keemer Skill Level: Beginner In this workshop, students will learn fundamental metalsmithing techniques to help begin their journey of metalsmithing and creating bench-fabricated jewelry! Learn ways to transform sheet metal through soldering with an Acetylene torch, texturizing with metal stamps and planishing hammers, and stone setting in this fun class. Students will have …
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Metalsmithing Basics: Soldering, Texturizing, & Stone Setting – December 16Read More »
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Poinsettia Stained Glass Candle Holder
2025-12-17
9:30 am - 4:00 pm
Instructor: Donna Lashof Skill Level: Adventurous Beginner Add some colorful light to your home with this stained glass poinsettia candle holder! 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 …
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Poinsettia Stained Glass Candle Holder – December 17Read More »
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Glassblowing Christmas Pickles or Ornaments
2025-12-17
6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
Instructor: Michael Peluso Skill Level: Beginner Celebrate the season in this hands-on glassblowing workshop led by glass artist Michael Peluso! In this beginner-friendly session, you’ll step into the hot shop and experience the magic of shaping molten glass into your very own glassblown Christmas pickle or ornament. Michael will guide you through each step of …
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Glassblowing Christmas Pickles or Ornaments – December 17Read More »
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Stained Glass Candle Holder
2025-12-20
9:30 am - 4:00 pm
Instructor: Donna Lashof Skill Level: Beginner Add some colorful light to your home with this stained glass candle holder. 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, …
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Stained Glass Candle Holder – December 20Read More »
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Mosaic Jewelry
2025-12-20
10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Instructor: Aya Kinoshita Skill level: Beginner Let’s break some glass and make an original pendant! You can choose your base shape. Also there are a variety of glass colors and tiles to choose from. You will learn how to cut glass pieces and tiles with a pair of nippers (a hand tool). Then you will …
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Mosaic Jewelry – December 20Read More »
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Aya Kinoshita
Aya Kinoshita is a mosaic artist living in Lancaster, PA. She is originally from Tokyo, Japan. She has enjoyed working with visual and performing artists and also researching and teaching about art management and cultural anthropology. Since 2016, she has been making mosaics and made multiple mosaic murals for Penn State Medical Centers in and around Lancaster. https://ayatrapeze.wixsite.com/mosaics
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Knit Happens – Your First Stitches! - Day 1
2025-12-21
2:00 pm - 4:00 pm -
Knit Happens – Your First Stitches! - Day 2
2025-12-28
2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Instructor: Cheryl Lampard Skill level: Beginner Date & Time: This is a two-part workshop Part 1: Sunday, December 21st 2.00PM – 4.00 PM Part 2: Sunday, December 28th 2.00PM – 4.00 PM Have you ever watched someone knit and thought, I wish I could do that? Now’s your moment! Discover the joy of knitting by …
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Knit Happens – Your First Stitches! – December 21 & 28Read More »
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Cheryl Lampard
Cheryl Lampard is the creator of Knitter Matters, where her weekly knitting videos and workshops inspire a global community. She has created over 100 Knitter Matters episodes on YouTube. One client described working with her as “like having your very own Mary Poppins.” Her journey began in Brighton, UK, when she founded YōMō Designer Yarns & Knitwear, a pioneering store known for its bold, color-blocked displays and exclusive designs. She was also commissioned to create a collection for the luxury cashmere house W. Bill of Bond Street, London. Certified by the Craft Yarn Council – the primary organization for the yarn industry – as both a Knit Instructor and Knit Teacher, Cheryl teaches knitting workshops across the community. A cancer survivor herself, she leads a supportive knitting group at the Ann B. Barshinger Cancer Institute in Lancaster, PA, offering patients and carers the comfort of creativity and connection. She is also the founder of Style Matters International, an internationally recognized image consultancy, and has appeared live on Fox TV as a Royal Style Expert during the wedding of Prince Harry and Meghan Markle. Cheryl can be contacted at cheryl@knittermatters.com.
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Mandala Mosaics for the New Year!
2026-01-03
10:00 am - 12:30 pm
Instructor: Aya Kinoshita Skill level: Beginner/Novice Let’s start a New Year making your own mandala! We will start with a mandala brainstorming for the new year. A mandala is an art to symbolize the universe. You will be introduced to the basic skills of mosaic making, then make your own original 4-inch round mandala mosaic …
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Mandala Mosaics for the New Year! – January 3Read More »
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Aya Kinoshita
Aya Kinoshita is a mosaic artist living in Lancaster, PA. She is originally from Tokyo, Japan. She has enjoyed working with visual and performing artists and also researching and teaching about art management and cultural anthropology. Since 2016, she has been making mosaics and made multiple mosaic murals for Penn State Medical Centers in and around Lancaster. https://ayatrapeze.wixsite.com/mosaics
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Needle Felted Penguin
2026-01-03
1:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Instructor: Lisa Haldeman Skill Level: Beginner Learn to make an adorable Needle Felted Penguin with a needle, foam, and some wool! All materials are provided, including a foam felting pad and two felting needles. No experience is necessary; local fiber artist and instructor Lisa Haldeman will walk you through this fun and easy craft step by step! …
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Needle Felted Penguins – January 3Read More »
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Mosaic Jewelry
2026-01-04
10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Instructor: Aya Kinoshita Skill level: Beginner Let’s break some glass and make an original pendant! You can choose your base shape. Also there are a variety of glass colors and tiles to choose from. You will learn how to cut glass pieces and tiles with a pair of nippers (a hand tool). Then you will …
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Mosaic Jewelry – January 4Read More »
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Aya Kinoshita
Aya Kinoshita is a mosaic artist living in Lancaster, PA. She is originally from Tokyo, Japan. She has enjoyed working with visual and performing artists and also researching and teaching about art management and cultural anthropology. Since 2016, she has been making mosaics and made multiple mosaic murals for Penn State Medical Centers in and around Lancaster. https://ayatrapeze.wixsite.com/mosaics
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Registration
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
Once registered, you will receive a confirmation email that confirms your registration. No printed tickets are required.
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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.