Mandala Dot Painting - Clay Pot

When: Saturday, July 18, 2026
Time: 10:00A-1:00P
Cost: $49 (materials included)

In the ancient language of Hinduism and Buddhism, mandala means “circle”. Traditionally, mandalas were drawn as a meditative practice by monks and patterns were utilized that represented the cosmos or deities in various heavenly worlds. 

A dot mandala is a form of art that involves creating intricate patterns using small dots. Different sizes of dotting tools and styluses are used to place dots of varying sizes and colors on a surface, typically in concentric circles or geometric patterns. Mandala dot painting can be done on pretty much anything…rocks, wood, cups, pots, glass, canvas, and much more.

Students in this beginner class will learn mandala dot painting basics: Mandala design, paints, tools, as well as prepping and finishing your painted surface. You will have the opportunity to “practice” using different size tools on cardstock and we will finish the class by painting a beautiful mandala design on a clay pot (dimensions 4" in diameter and 4" tall). All supplies are furnished: clay pot, dotting tools, cardstock and paints.

About the Instructor:

Pam Pringle has been dot painting for approximately 9 years and has been teaching classes in both Minnesota and Arizona for the past 6 years. It gives her great joy to introduce individuals to the art of dot painting and her goal is always to make class pleasant, relaxing, and non-intimidating. 

Finishing Touches in Your Toolbox
When: Thursday, July 23
Time: 1:30P to 4:30P
Instructor: Loretta Stacy

Learn 3 types of hemstitching so when you cut your weaving from the loom, your item is securely finished. You will also learn how to incorporate hemstitching as a design feature.

Students should bring a warped rigid heddle or shaft loom warped 12" wide with a short warp.  We will only use about 18" so warp with something you can weave off for a table runner later.

Students should also bring 2 wound bobbins, shuttle and scissors.

Feel free to reach out to Carrie.aatc@gmail.com with any questions.

Introduction to the Ancient Craft of Nålbinding
Date: Saturday, July 25, 2026
Time: 10:00A-1:00P
Cost: $75 (materials included - one 50 gm skein of wool yarn, a plastic yarn needle and stitch marker)

The Ancient Craft of Nålbinding
This ancient yarn technique was used by people across the world, from Egypt and Peru, to the Vikings in Scandinavia. It predates knitting and crochet, and has recently been considered an endangered heritage craft. 

The class will cover a short introduction to the craft and its history. Students will learn the Oslo stitch, and the class will work together on a small pouch. 

This is a beginner level class for adults. Knitting and/or crochet skills are not necessary, but can be helpful.

Instructor Bio:        
Kasha Linn is a St. Cloud-based fiber artist and the owner of Kasha's Knits. Knitting and crocheting since childhood, she loves exploring all varieties of yarn and needle crafts. She lives in a small century-old farmhouse with her husband, two daughters, and two pets. Her Nålbinding classes focus on gaining confidence in the basic structure and technique behind this ancient handcraft.