Top Milwaukee Classes & Workshops

Create your own unique candles at Fisk Avenue's engaging candle making workshop. Start by selecting and blending essential oils to craft a personalized scent, then measure, stir, and pour your mixture of soy wax into a stylish black jar with a wooden lid. While your candle sets, take some time to explore the studio or catch up with friends. Finally, label your handcrafted creation with a name that reflects your style. This workshop offers a delightful way to unwind and add a cozy touch to your home.

Immerse yourself in creativity at The Splatter Zone. This fun-filled hour allows you to unleash your inner artist as you fling vibrant colors onto your canvas. Everything you need is provided, from paint to protective gear, making it a perfect outing for families, friends, or date nights. Get an 8" x 10" canvas, your choice of 4 colors, and a carry box to take home your own unique masterpiece. For an extra touch, opt for an epoxy gloss coat to add shine to your artwork. Gather your crew and prepare for a colorful adventure!

Craft your own Wisconsin Cheese Board in this engaging workshop where local pride meets creativity. Participants will select their hardwood, assemble the board, and enjoy a moment to explore the studio while waiting for the glue to set. After planing, sanding, and applying a food-safe oil finish, you’ll take home a unique keepsake perfect for showcasing delicious Wisconsin cheeses. No prior experience is necessary, and all materials are provided. This hands-on activity promises a relaxed atmosphere, making it ideal for friends, families, or couples looking to have fun woodworking together.

Discover the art of Turkish mosaic as you craft a unique lamp in this engaging workshop. Guided by experienced instructors, you’ll select vibrant glass tiles and beads to design and assemble your masterpiece in a welcoming atmosphere. Perfect for date nights, friends, or a creative solo outing, this two-hour session ensures you'll leave with a stunning lamp to brighten your space. All materials are included, making this an easy and fun creative experience that invites everyone to unleash their artistic side.

Craft a unique piece of art that celebrates Wisconsin in this engaging wood art workshop. Participants will create a square barn quilt with laser-cut wood pieces featuring the state outline, a heart motif, and geometric patterns, then select their favorite paint or stain colors to make it their own. Guided by friendly instructors, you’ll paint and assemble a beautiful 12" x 12" piece ready to hang at home. Perfect for travelers wanting a memorable souvenir or locals showcasing their Wisconsin pride, this workshop requires no prior experience and includes everything needed for your creative journey.

Unleash your creativity in the Glow Splatter Zone, where fluorescent paint meets black lights. In just one hour, you’ll create a vibrant canvas masterpiece, flinging neon colors with reckless abandon. All materials are provided, including protective gear like ponchos and gloves, so you can dive into the fun without a worry. Perfect for birthdays, dates, and family outings, this workshop accommodates up to five participants. When you're done, we'll pack your artwork to take home in a convenient carrying box. Get ready to laugh and create a colorful experience!

Transform your game nights by crafting your very own Live Edge Cribbage Board at this interactive workshop. Choose from a variety of unique Wisconsin wood pieces, each boasting natural freeform edges, to create a stunning game board. You’ll learn essential woodworking skills, from drilling 120 holes to sanding your masterpiece, then oil the live edge hardwood to reveal the grain. Enjoy a social atmosphere with family and friends, and leave with a custom board and game pegs, ready for your next card game.

Craft a stunning piece of Wisconsin to enhance your home in the Crushed Glass Suncatcher Workshop. Participants will receive a laser-cut wooden state featuring a floral mandala inspired by Wisconsin's natural beauty. Engage in a creative process where you can paint or stain your wood, adorn it with vibrant crushed glass crystals, and pour epoxy for a shimmering finish. All materials are included, and with expert guidance, no prior experience is necessary. Your unique suncatcher will be packed up and ready to take with you, making it a perfect keepsake or gift.

Create a little piece of Wisconsin! In this relaxing, hands-on Copper Embossing Art Workshop, you’ll craft a Wisconsin-inspired design by transforming a pre-cut copper state into beautiful handmade artwork. Draw your design directly onto the copper, press in the patterns, and add color with alcohol ink to make it uniquely yours. Then stain the wood square and mount your finished artwork for a rustic piece you’ll be proud to display at home. All tools, materials, and step-by-step guidance are provided, making this a fun creative experience for visitors looking for a unique Wisconsin souvenir, locals who love their home state, or anyone who wants to try something new. Make it. Take it home. Remember Wisconsin. • Size: 10" x 10" • Estimated Time: 2 Hours

Transform this great lake into a stunning piece of art at the Lake Michigan Depth Chart Workshop. We'll laser-cut the iconic Lake Michigan design and have it ready for you when you arrive. With guidance from our friendly instructors, you'll paint or stain layered wood pieces that showcase the lake's depth and contours. All materials are provided, making it easy to assemble your unique framed artwork, perfect for gifting or decorating your home or cabin. Enjoy a creative atmosphere where you can unwind and leave with a Midwest masterpiece.