
"Try-It-Out" Wheel Lessons / February 21st 2026 (AVL)
Throw clay on the pottery wheel with a seasoned instructor in a beginner friendly, one time lesson at Fired Up Creative Lounge—perfect for crafting unique souvenirs or a creative date in downtown Asheville.
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Get hands on with the pottery wheel in a beginner friendly, one time lesson led by a seasoned instructor, shaping a personalized clay keepsake—ideal for a unique date or travel souvenir.

Get hands on with the pottery wheel in a beginner friendly, one time lesson led by a seasoned instructor, shaping a personalized clay keepsake—ideal for a unique date or travel souvenir.
Get hands on with the pottery wheel in a beginner friendly, one time lesson led by a seasoned instructor, shaping a personalized clay keepsake—ideal for a unique date or travel souvenir.

Hands-on wheel throwing shaping wet clay under a seasoned instructor; one-time, beginner-friendly lesson ideal for date nights and creating a one-of-a-kind souvenir to take home.

Hands-on wheel throwing shaping wet clay under a seasoned instructor; one-time, beginner-friendly lesson ideal for date nights and creating a one-of-a-kind souvenir to take home.
Hands-on wheel throwing shaping wet clay under a seasoned instructor; one-time, beginner-friendly lesson ideal for date nights and creating a one-of-a-kind souvenir to take home.

Hands on pottery wheel lessons teaching basic throwing technique and trimming; a seasoned instructor guides beginners through shaping hand thrown mugs or bowls in a relaxed downtown studio, ideal for souvenirs or a unique date.

Hands on pottery wheel lessons teaching basic throwing technique and trimming; a seasoned instructor guides beginners through shaping hand thrown mugs or bowls in a relaxed downtown studio, ideal for souvenirs or a unique date.
Hands on pottery wheel lessons teaching basic throwing technique and trimming; a seasoned instructor guides beginners through shaping hand thrown mugs or bowls in a relaxed downtown studio, ideal for souvenirs or a unique date.

Workshop at Torched AVL, featuring a two-hour hands-on session to make custom cocktail or tea spoons with all materials provided. Suitable for all skill levels and ages 9 and up.

Workshop at Torched AVL, featuring a two-hour hands-on session to make custom cocktail or tea spoons with all materials provided. Suitable for all skill levels and ages 9 and up.
Workshop at Torched AVL, featuring a two-hour hands-on session to make custom cocktail or tea spoons with all materials provided. Suitable for all skill levels and ages 9 and up.

Three-day, 18-hour hands-on metalsmithing intensive teaching jeweler’s saw, hammers, files, flex shaft, pliers and acetylene/air torch techniques to craft finished wearable jewelry; all materials included and geared for beginners.

Three-day, 18-hour hands-on metalsmithing intensive teaching jeweler’s saw, hammers, files, flex shaft, pliers and acetylene/air torch techniques to craft finished wearable jewelry; all materials included and geared for beginners.
Three-day, 18-hour hands-on metalsmithing intensive teaching jeweler’s saw, hammers, files, flex shaft, pliers and acetylene/air torch techniques to craft finished wearable jewelry; all materials included and geared for beginners.

Sip seasonal cocktails and draft beers while painting, sketching, or knitting in a cozy taproom; a weekly, beginner friendly creative hangout where folks bring projects, supplies, and good company.

Sip seasonal cocktails and draft beers while painting, sketching, or knitting in a cozy taproom; a weekly, beginner friendly creative hangout where folks bring projects, supplies, and good company.
Sip seasonal cocktails and draft beers while painting, sketching, or knitting in a cozy taproom; a weekly, beginner friendly creative hangout where folks bring projects, supplies, and good company.

Stamp and hammer a custom brass or sterling silver charm using over 60 metal stamps and jeweler hammers, then add a silver accent and gemstone after a short demo at a downtown Asheville studio.

Stamp and hammer a custom brass or sterling silver charm using over 60 metal stamps and jeweler hammers, then add a silver accent and gemstone after a short demo at a downtown Asheville studio.
Stamp and hammer a custom brass or sterling silver charm using over 60 metal stamps and jeweler hammers, then add a silver accent and gemstone after a short demo at a downtown Asheville studio.

Hammering, soldering, sawing, and polishing to craft rings, pendants, and small metal treasures in a light-filled studio. Supportive instructors guide beginners through design, fabrication, and finishing techniques in a relaxed, collaborative grown-up camp atmosphere.

Hammering, soldering, sawing, and polishing to craft rings, pendants, and small metal treasures in a light-filled studio. Supportive instructors guide beginners through design, fabrication, and finishing techniques in a relaxed, collaborative grown-up camp atmosphere.
Hammering, soldering, sawing, and polishing to craft rings, pendants, and small metal treasures in a light-filled studio. Supportive instructors guide beginners through design, fabrication, and finishing techniques in a relaxed, collaborative grown-up camp atmosphere.

Hammer a personalized brass charm with over 50 metal stamps and jeweler's hammers, add a silver accent and gemstone after a brief demo, then finish your piece in 45 minutes at Ignite Jewelry Studios.

Hammer a personalized brass charm with over 50 metal stamps and jeweler's hammers, add a silver accent and gemstone after a brief demo, then finish your piece in 45 minutes at Ignite Jewelry Studios.
Hammer a personalized brass charm with over 50 metal stamps and jeweler's hammers, add a silver accent and gemstone after a brief demo, then finish your piece in 45 minutes at Ignite Jewelry Studios.

Beginner friendly hands on fabric painting workshop at Trackside Studios, focusing on foundational brushwork and color mixing techniques for decorating textiles and wearable items.

Beginner friendly hands on fabric painting workshop at Trackside Studios, focusing on foundational brushwork and color mixing techniques for decorating textiles and wearable items.
Beginner friendly hands on fabric painting workshop at Trackside Studios, focusing on foundational brushwork and color mixing techniques for decorating textiles and wearable items.

Hands-on metalsmithing workshop crafting an adorable silver and brass star charm with torch soldering and traditional jewelry tools in a downtown Asheville studio; beginners form accent beads, solder, finish, and take home the completed charm.

Hands-on metalsmithing workshop crafting an adorable silver and brass star charm with torch soldering and traditional jewelry tools in a downtown Asheville studio; beginners form accent beads, solder, finish, and take home the completed charm.
Hands-on metalsmithing workshop crafting an adorable silver and brass star charm with torch soldering and traditional jewelry tools in a downtown Asheville studio; beginners form accent beads, solder, finish, and take home the completed charm.

Hands-on handbuilding workshop exploring folding and fabrication techniques in clay, led by Liz Zlot Summerfield at AVL clay studio. Participants experiment with textured, sculptural forms and functional surfaces; all skill levels welcome.

Hands-on handbuilding workshop exploring folding and fabrication techniques in clay, led by Liz Zlot Summerfield at AVL clay studio. Participants experiment with textured, sculptural forms and functional surfaces; all skill levels welcome.
Hands-on handbuilding workshop exploring folding and fabrication techniques in clay, led by Liz Zlot Summerfield at AVL clay studio. Participants experiment with textured, sculptural forms and functional surfaces; all skill levels welcome.

Hands-on after-school metalsmithing for kids creating shiny silver rings, playful mountain keychains, earrings, and secret-message pendants; guided instruction introduces basic jeweler’s techniques and imaginative design in rotating project-focused sessions.

Hands-on after-school metalsmithing for kids creating shiny silver rings, playful mountain keychains, earrings, and secret-message pendants; guided instruction introduces basic jeweler’s techniques and imaginative design in rotating project-focused sessions.
Hands-on after-school metalsmithing for kids creating shiny silver rings, playful mountain keychains, earrings, and secret-message pendants; guided instruction introduces basic jeweler’s techniques and imaginative design in rotating project-focused sessions.

Practical torch soldering workshop crafting mountain shaped pendants and keychains from copper or brass, teaching cutting, shaping, texturing, and polishing in an intimate studio setting ideal for beginners.

Practical torch soldering workshop crafting mountain shaped pendants and keychains from copper or brass, teaching cutting, shaping, texturing, and polishing in an intimate studio setting ideal for beginners.
Practical torch soldering workshop crafting mountain shaped pendants and keychains from copper or brass, teaching cutting, shaping, texturing, and polishing in an intimate studio setting ideal for beginners.

Relaxed Thursday-evening craft hang in a cozy coffeehouse where makers gather for low-key DIY projects over tea and espresso. Weekly meetup fosters casual conversation and shared table space for simple hands-on projects.

Relaxed Thursday-evening craft hang in a cozy coffeehouse where makers gather for low-key DIY projects over tea and espresso. Weekly meetup fosters casual conversation and shared table space for simple hands-on projects.
Relaxed Thursday-evening craft hang in a cozy coffeehouse where makers gather for low-key DIY projects over tea and espresso. Weekly meetup fosters casual conversation and shared table space for simple hands-on projects.

Gentle, structured authentic relating exercises for 50 plus singles focused on deep listening, vulnerability, and guided partner and group activities to build connection skills and meet resonant potential matches.

Gentle, structured authentic relating exercises for 50 plus singles focused on deep listening, vulnerability, and guided partner and group activities to build connection skills and meet resonant potential matches.
Gentle, structured authentic relating exercises for 50 plus singles focused on deep listening, vulnerability, and guided partner and group activities to build connection skills and meet resonant potential matches.

Six week evening workshop guiding creatives through restorative rest, digestion, play based exercises, and gentle creative practices to overcome burnout; Thursdays at Story Parlor in West Asheville for group reflection, skillful pacing, and renewed making.

Six week evening workshop guiding creatives through restorative rest, digestion, play based exercises, and gentle creative practices to overcome burnout; Thursdays at Story Parlor in West Asheville for group reflection, skillful pacing, and renewed making.
Six week evening workshop guiding creatives through restorative rest, digestion, play based exercises, and gentle creative practices to overcome burnout; Thursdays at Story Parlor in West Asheville for group reflection, skillful pacing, and renewed making.

Hands on metalsmithing and jewelry fabrication for youth 9 to 13, focusing on sawing, forming, polishing, and basic soldering in a supervised Torched AVL studio camp that emphasizes creativity and tool safety.

Hands on metalsmithing and jewelry fabrication for youth 9 to 13, focusing on sawing, forming, polishing, and basic soldering in a supervised Torched AVL studio camp that emphasizes creativity and tool safety.
Hands on metalsmithing and jewelry fabrication for youth 9 to 13, focusing on sawing, forming, polishing, and basic soldering in a supervised Torched AVL studio camp that emphasizes creativity and tool safety.
Hands-on mixed-media workshop at Red House Gallery sparking creativity through guided studio projects and communal art-making. Evening session welcomes all skill levels for collaborative exploration in Black Mountain.
Hands-on mixed-media workshop at Red House Gallery sparking creativity through guided studio projects and communal art-making. Evening session welcomes all skill levels for collaborative exploration in Black Mountain.
Hands-on mixed-media workshop at Red House Gallery sparking creativity through guided studio projects and communal art-making. Evening session welcomes all skill levels for collaborative exploration in Black Mountain.

Slow-paced mingling with a brief guided meditation and facilitator-led conversation prompts to foster conscious connections among singles seeking authentic, grounded encounters in a relaxed, low-key setting.

Slow-paced mingling with a brief guided meditation and facilitator-led conversation prompts to foster conscious connections among singles seeking authentic, grounded encounters in a relaxed, low-key setting.
Slow-paced mingling with a brief guided meditation and facilitator-led conversation prompts to foster conscious connections among singles seeking authentic, grounded encounters in a relaxed, low-key setting.