Instructed by: Laura Diamond, Independent Stampin' Up Demonstrator
Card & Gift Tag Holiday Workshop Join us for a festive and creative Card and Gift Tag class designed for both beginners and experienced crafters. Participants will create four handmade Christmas cards and six coordinating gift tags. All project pieces will be pre-cut and ready to assemble, making this class enjoyable and stress-free. Participants will also stamp their own sentiments to personalize each project. Each attendee will receive a comprehensive crafting package, including: Christmas Tags & More 6x6 Mix & Match Designer Series Paper Pack (32 double-sided sheets and 4 sheets of precut images) Mix & Match Greetings Ephemera Pack Traditional Sparkling Sequins Christmas Greetings Cards & Envelopes Pack In addition to the completed projects, students will take home extra materials, including leftover designer paper, embellishments, ephemera, and six blank cards and envelopes to continue creating at home. This workshop provides all the supplies, guidance, and inspiration needed to begin your holiday crafting with confidence.
What's Included:
Step-by-step instructions with an instructor.
Make 4 cards in class and 6 tags from start to finish (cutting, assembling, embellishing). Extras to make easily at home.
Get ready to stitch up something soft, warm, and wonderfully cozy! In this fun, hands-on class, you’ll create your very own flannel blanket—perfect for snuggling, gifting, or adding a pop of comfort to your home.
Bring 1½ yards of flannel for the front and 1½ yards of matching or coordinating flannel for the back, and we’ll guide you step-by-step through the entire process. Whether you’re a total beginner or have years of sewing experience, this class is designed to be relaxing, creative, and confidence-building.
By the end of this one-session, 3-hour class, you’ll walk away with a completed blanket and a new sewing skill you can use again and again. Come join us for a warm, feel-good project you’ll love!
You’ll learn how to:
Prepare and cut flannel fabric for a clean, even finish
Pin and align two layers of fabric for a smooth, professional look
Sew straight, sturdy seams—even if you’re brand-new to sewing
Turn and finish the blanket with neat edges
Troubleshoot common beginner mistakes and build confidence using a sewing machine
You’ll leave class with a completed flannel blanket and the know-how to make more at home!
Celebrate the season in delicious style! Join us for a festive hands-on workshop where you’ll create two beautiful holiday grazing boxes— perfect for gifting, entertaining, or enjoying yourself. You’ll learn how to artfully arrange meats, cheeses, fruits, and festive treats into show-stopping boxes that are as pretty as they are tasty. We’ll talk about flavor pairings, presentation tips, and how to add those special holiday touches that make your boxes wow-worthy.
Whether you’re hosting a party or looking for creative homemade gifts, this fun, social class will leave you ready to mingle and graze your way through the holidays!
What You'll Learn:
The basics of charcuterie: understanding different types of meats, cheeses, and accompaniments.
How to balance flavors and textures to create a harmonious board.
Creative and unique ways to present your charcuterie board, from rustic to modern styles.
How to make the most of seasonal ingredients and local products.
Time-saving tricks for putting together a quick yet elegant board.
What's Included:
A selection of meats, cheeses, fruits, nuts, and spreads
All supplies to create two grazing boxes with beautiful packaging — ready to gift or enjoy
Tasting notes and pairing suggestions
By the end of the session, you’ll have the skills and confidence to assemble a charcuterie masterpiece that looks as great as it tastes! You'll leave with a beautifully crafted board to enjoy and impress, along with recipes and a list of recommended suppliers to keep the creativity flowing at home.
Get into the holiday spirit with this fun and festiveMake & Take class! In this hands-on workshop, you’ll create your own holiday-themedfoaming hand soaps and luxurious body scrubs— perfect for gifting or keeping for yourself. Choose from a variety of seasonal scents, colors, and decorative packaging to make each creation uniquely yours.
You’ll learn simple techniques using natural ingredients that are easy to recreate at home. All materials are provided, and you’ll leave with two beautifully packaged holiday goodies ready to brighten someone’s day (or your own bathroom counter!).
Class Includes:
All ingredients and supplies
Step-by-step instruction
Holiday refreshments and cheerful fun!
Perfect for anyone who loves DIY projects, holiday gifts, and a little self-care.
Get into the holiday spirit with this fun and festiveMake & Take class! In this hands-on workshop, you’ll create your own holiday-themedfoaming hand soaps and luxurious body scrubs— perfect for gifting or keeping for yourself. Choose from a variety of seasonal scents, colors, and decorative packaging to make each creation uniquely yours.
You’ll learn simple techniques using natural ingredients that are easy to recreate at home. All materials are provided, and you’ll leave with two beautifully packaged holiday goodies ready to brighten someone’s day (or your own bathroom counter!).
Class Includes:
All ingredients and supplies
Step-by-step instruction
Holiday refreshments and cheerful fun!
Perfect for anyone who loves DIY projects, holiday gifts, and a little self-care.
Celebrate the season in delicious style! Join us for a festive hands-on workshop where you’ll create two beautiful holiday grazing boxes— perfect for gifting, entertaining, or enjoying yourself. You’ll learn how to artfully arrange meats, cheeses, fruits, and festive treats into show-stopping boxes that are as pretty as they are tasty. We’ll talk about flavor pairings, presentation tips, and how to add those special holiday touches that make your boxes wow-worthy.
Whether you’re hosting a party or looking for creative homemade gifts, this fun, social class will leave you ready to mingle and graze your way through the holidays!
What You'll Learn:
The basics of charcuterie: understanding different types of meats, cheeses, and accompaniments.
How to balance flavors and textures to create a harmonious board.
Creative and unique ways to present your charcuterie board, from rustic to modern styles.
How to make the most of seasonal ingredients and local products.
Time-saving tricks for putting together a quick yet elegant board.
What's Included:
A selection of meats, cheeses, fruits, nuts, and spreads
All supplies to create two grazing boxes with beautiful packaging — ready to gift or enjoy
Tasting notes and pairing suggestions
By the end of the session, you’ll have the skills and confidence to assemble a charcuterie masterpiece that looks as great as it tastes! You'll leave with a beautifully crafted board to enjoy and impress, along with recipes and a list of recommended suppliers to keep the creativity flowing at home.
Get ready for a fun and festive sewing adventure! In this joyful two-session class, you’ll create a beautiful patchwork Christmas stocking that’s full of charm, personality, and holiday cheer. Perfect for beginners and experienced sewists alike, this project is simple, relaxing, and so much fun to customize.
Bring 8 Christmas-themed fat quarters in any colors or patterns you love—classic, whimsical, modern, or totally mixed and matched (bring matching thread if you want something other than white or black). We’ll walk you step-by-step through cutting, piecing, quilting, and assembling your stocking. By the end of class, you’ll go home with a fully finished, one-of-a-kind holiday keepsake you’ll proudly hang every year.
Come laugh, sew, create, and kick off the season with a project that’s as merry as it is memorable!
You’ll learn how to:
Select fabric combinations that complement each other for a festive patchwork look
Cut and arrange your fat quarters into a simple patchwork design
Piece together quilt blocks for the stocking front
Assemble the stocking front and back with clean, professional seams
Create and attach a stocking cuff
Add a hanging loop so it’s ready for your mantle
Finish your stocking neatly so it’s ready to display or gift
Class Details:
December Tuesday, December 16th and Wedesday December 17th
5:30-7:30 pm
Cost: $70 (2-day class)
BRTC Paragould Campus
Deadline to Register: Friday, December 12th
For more information, contact BRTC Community Education at 870-913-9611 or community@blackrivertech.edu.
Get ready for a fun and festive sewing adventure! In this joyful two-session class, you’ll create a beautiful patchwork Christmas stocking that’s full of charm, personality, and holiday cheer. Perfect for beginners and experienced sewists alike, this project is simple, relaxing, and so much fun to customize.
Bring 8 Christmas-themed fat quarters in any colors or patterns you love—classic, whimsical, modern, or totally mixed and matched (bring matching thread if you want something other than white or black). We’ll walk you step-by-step through cutting, piecing, quilting, and assembling your stocking. By the end of class, you’ll go home with a fully finished, one-of-a-kind holiday keepsake you’ll proudly hang every year.
Come laugh, sew, create, and kick off the season with a project that’s as merry as it is memorable!
You’ll learn how to:
Select fabric combinations that complement each other for a festive patchwork look
Cut and arrange your fat quarters into a simple patchwork design
Piece together quilt blocks for the stocking front
Assemble the stocking front and back with clean, professional seams
Create and attach a stocking cuff
Add a hanging loop so it’s ready for your mantle
Finish your stocking neatly so it’s ready to display or gift
Class Details:
December Tuesday, December 16th and Wedesday December 17th
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