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!
We have also partnered with local organizations to bring more workshops to more locations in PA!
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Upcoming Events
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Mosaic Jewelry
2027-01-09
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 9Read More »
Workshop Teachers
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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 Snowman
2027-01-16
12:30 pm - 3:30 pm
Instructor: Sarah Summers Skill Level: Beginner to Intermediate – Wire Armature Involved Relive the joys of childhood by building an adorable snowman from wire and wool. Learn to shape and sculpt the wool with barbed needles and then add wire armature stick arms wrapped in wool. Adorn your snowman with a hat and scarf you …
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Needle Felted Snowman – January 16Read More »
Workshop Teachers
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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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Introduction to Mosaic Art - Day 1
2027-01-23
10:00 am - 4:00 pm -
Introduction to Mosaic Art - Day 2
2027-01-24
10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Instructor: Aya Kinoshita Skill level: Beginner Join Aya for an engaging introduction to the art of mosaic-making! In this hands-on workshop, you’ll design your own piece, learn to cut glass into various shapes, assemble your mosaic, and finish it with grout. By the end, you’ll have a stunning and unique 8-inch square mirror frame to …
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Introduction to Mosaic Art – January 23 & 24Read More »
Workshop Teachers
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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 Mother & Baby Penguin
2027-01-30
12:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Instructor: Sarah Summers Skill Level: Beginner – Intermediate A symbol of enduring love and devotion, the mother and penguin chick will be adored by everyone. This pair will be guaranteed to warm your heart during the cold winter. Each creation is built on a double wire armature. To replicate the don’t fluffy of the penguin …
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Needle Felted Mother & Baby Penguin – January 30Read More »
Workshop Teachers
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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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Valentine’s Day Heart Mosaic
2027-02-13
10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Instructor: Aya Kinoshita Skill level: Beginner Celebrate Valentine’s Day by making our own 3.5” heart mosaic! Mosaics are made of many pieces come together to create an image. You will break many glass pieces for a brand new and original heart! Making mosaics is such an interesting medium that you cannot create without breaking. No …
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Valentine’s Day Heart Mosaic – February 13Read More »
Workshop Teachers
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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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Spring Songbird Mosaic
2027-03-06
10:00 am - 12:30 pm
Instructor: Aya Kinoshita Skill level: Beginner Let’s get ready for spring by creating your own one of a kind mosaic songbird! In this fun and relaxing class, students will nip colorful glass pieces and place them on a bird shape for a custom mosaic piece. Students will be introduced to how to use a hand …
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Spring Songbird Mosaic – March 6Read More »
Workshop Teachers
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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.
Parking
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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.