Arts and crafts isn’t just for glue & glitter covered first-graders anymore.
It has branched out into a full-blown past time for adults too and the trend has made its way into Marshfield.
Many local businesses and groups are hosting craft nights including sign making, painting, coloring, and more.
Jenni Yetter, a local who has attended over a dozen of such events says she finds it relaxing.
“I enjoy doing these kinds of classes with friends as we can get together, talk, relax, and come home with a finished project,” she said.
You can find many of these classes at local places like the library, Hotel Marshfield, As You Wish, Mill Creek Gardens and Schalow’s Nursery.
Hotel Marshfield just wrapped one of the their Buzzed Brushes Paint Nights this Wednesday which features painting and cocktails. They have another one coming up on Dec. 14. They have also been hosting adult coloring nights since January of 2016.
“We have had a great experience with these events! They have been a cool new way to meet a new crowd that might not have been to Hotel Marshfield before. We were pleasantly surprised at the first adult coloring book night’s turn out, with approximately 130 people in attendance,” said Jill Trudeau, Administrative & Promotions Assistant.
The popularity of sites such as Pinterest, where you can “pin” craft ideas from others, has helped spurred more creativity and interest in crafts in general. Also, it’s just plain fun to branch out.
“Crafty websites like Pinterest have become so popular with easy-to-follow DIY and creative projects. We thought this would be a great way to get folks out and get social. The art events we have created are a great way to get out with a group of friends, to relax, eat, drink and socialize, even if you are not the most artistic person, she said.
“I think these classes are popular as people like to be creative and try new things,” Yetter said.
It’s not just the participants that are enjoying themselves.
“We wanted to find activities that would allow people a chance to do something different. It’s such a relaxing and happy atmosphere that we enjoy being a part of the night to,” said Hotel Marshfield Corporate Sales Manager Tricia Berg.
We have included a list of a few of the local upcoming arts & crafts events. For more information, please visit the business website or Facebook page. Please note many of these classes might require reservations and might have associated costs.
Hotel Marshfield, 2700 S. Central Ave
Adult Coloring Night
Dec 14 At 6:30 p.m.
Schalows Nursery, 8461 Heritage Dr.
Holiday Decorating 101
Thursday, November 17 from 6 to 7:30 p.m.
Wine Glass Painting
Saturday Dec 3 from 1 to 3 p.m.
Wausau DIY Sign Making Class
Tuesday Dec 13 from 6 to 9 p.m.
Mill Creek Gardens, 8839 Mill Creek Dr.
Building a Rustic Birdhouse
Saturday Nov. 26 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Building a Stunning Winter Arrangement
Saturday, November 26 through Sunday, November 27
Friday, December 9 through Sunday, December 11
Drop-in during Christmas Market hours
Friday 9am – 7pm, Saturday 9am – 7pm, or Sunday 9am – 5pm
DIY Barn Board Sign Painting
Thursday, December 1 6pm – 9pm
Lead by The Farmer’s Wife
Make Your Own Holiday Wrapping Paper
Kids Craft Series – for kids & kids at heart
Saturday, December 3 through Sunday, December 4
Drop-in during Christmas Market hours
Saturday 9am – 7pm or Sunday 9am – 5pm
Make Your Own Holiday Fairy Garden
Sunday, December 4 12pm – 2pm
Sunday, December 11 12pm – 2pm
Pallet Board Painting
Thursday, December 8 6pm – 9pm
Led by Bridget Reil of Eclectic Soul Studio
Rustic Joy Sign with Evergreen Wreath
Friday, December 9 6pm – 8pm
Make Your Own Christmas Ornaments
Kids Craft Series – for kids & kids at heart
Saturday, December 10 through Sunday, December 11
Drop-in during Christmas Market hours
Saturday 9am – 7pm or Sunday 9am – 5pm
Everett Roehl Marshfield Public Library, 211 E Second St.
Adult Craft Night: Cards for Veterans
Monday November 14 from 6 to 9 p.m.
