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November 2025

Embroidered Lichen Artwork

Wednesday, November 19th, 1:00 pm -6:00 pm

Instructor: Emily Runnerstrom

Explore the imagery and aesthetic of lichens, moss, and maybe even mushrooms through fiber art! Participants in this class will enjoy an afternoon of stitching an abstract artwork inspired by these primal plant forms. Students will plan out their artworks and then create them using provided linen, embroidery thread, vintage silk and semi precious stone beads to create a truly special work of art. All supplies included, however, students are welcome to bring special supplies of their own to incorporate if they desire.

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$65

Book (art) Club Mini Lesson: Book Cloth

Thursday, November 20th, 5:00 pm -5:30 pm

Instructor: Emily Runnerstrom

Calling all book and zine artists, printmakers, and paper aficionados! From 5:30pm to 8:00pm every final Thursday* of the month bring your own supplies and latest project to join others in the book art and zine community for an evening of creative community for no charge. OR for a small fee, register for a mini lesson taught by Root & Runner owner Emily Runnerstrom, beginning at 5 pm. In November the mini lesson will cover the fabrication of book cloth.

For this class some supplies will be provided by Root & Runner. Participants must bring the following: one piece of quilter's cotton fabric measuring 8" x 11" and a piece of 1/4" thick plywood measuring about at least 12" x 15" (or at least two inches larger on each side than your piece of fabric).

*This month we meet one week earlier due to the Thanksgiving Holiday.

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$20

Pop-Up Holiday Cards

Friday, November 21st, 1:00 pm -3:00 pm

Instructor: Michelle Sharp

Join us for a winter card-making class! Taught by Neenah artist, Michelle Sharp of Farmers City Studio, students will explore paper engineering and pop-up card mechanics to produce unique greeting cards, learning up to 3 pop-up structures. These pop-up mechanisms can be used to design a holiday or winter themed card for loved ones and turn simple stationary into treasured sculptural objects. Materials will be provided, bring your creativity!

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$35

Fold Formed Copper Leaves & Feathers

Saturday, November 22nd, 1:00 pm -4:00 pm

Instructor: JoEllen Wollangk

Fold Forming is a metal working technique that creates wonderful organic shapes resembling leaves or feathers. In this class students will have the option to make a pair of earrings, two pendants, or ornaments in copper using this surprisingly simple method. All materials supplied.

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$40

Grand Opening & Small Business Saturday

Saturday, November 29th, 9am-5pm

You are invited to celebrate with us! Join us for:

• Artist Marketplace! We will be overfilling out gallery space with the handmade arts & crafts of our talented local arts community.

• Nicholas Quarry Micro Gallery Festival of Trees! Local artists are decorating miniature trees for the dollhouse gallery! We will be installing them in NQMG for a special holiday show. These trees will be available for purchase and are guaranteed to make visitors smile.

• Artist Decorated Christmas Tree! We will have Christmas trees decorated with handmade ornaments available for purchase that will surely add an artistic touch to your tree.

• Artist Decorated Christmas Tree! We will have Christmas trees decorated with handmade ornaments available for purchase that will surely add an artistic touch to your tree.

• Refreshments, Hands on Craft, & More!

Make it a hands made holiday & support your local art community!

Tintype Photography Portrait Sessions

$60 per 5"x 7" portrait

Saturday, November 29th

9:30am-3:30pm

Neenah photographer and historic photography practitioner Jeff Lee will be onsite at our Grand Opening & Small Business Saturday Event where he will be offering walk-in tintype portrait sessions!

Each session will take approximately 20 minutes and the size offered will work for 1-2 individuals. It will take a couple days for the tintypes to dry and cure enough to take home. Please visit Jeff's website to see examples of his work. Also click on the link below for some FAQs about the process and how to prepare for your session:

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December 2025

Chine Collé

Thursday, December 4th, 12:00 pm -4:00 pm

Instructor: Emily Runnerstrom

Join us for an afternoon exploring Chine Collé - a printmaking technique that can be incorporated into the intaglio printmaking process where thin papers are are laid on top of the inked printing plate and adhered to the print when the plate is run through the press. Depending on the chosen papers, the resulting prints are embellished with pops of color or subtle atmospheric accents. A French term, "Chine" is the word for China, referring the thin papers used in this technique were originally imported from China and "Collé" is the word for "glued." This interesting combination of printmaking and collage is a special way of incorporating color and interest into your prints. Students will make multiple prints from one plate during class. All supplies are included.

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$55

Paper Moravian Stars

Thursday, December 11th, 3:00 pm -6:00 pm

Instructor: Emily Runnerstrom

In this class you will learn how to make this beautiful and classic holiday adornment and then use the rest of the class time to make as many ornaments as you are able. Each student should be able to leave with at least five ornaments. A simple and lovely addition to your own tree, they also make thoughtful gifts that speak of simplicity and tradition. Participants will also enjoy festive refreshments and holiday music, making this a truly enjoyable crafting session. All supplies included.

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$20

Eraser Stamps

Friday, December 12th, 1:00 pm - 3:30 pm

Instructor: Michelle Sharp

Learn how to use the humble pink eraser as a wonderful tool for creative expression! Relief printmaking is never easier than when using erasers as your carving material. In this class students will learn important relief printmaking techniques including sketching simple designs (no drawing experience required!), transferring your designs to the eraser, safe and easy use of the carving tools, and making creative prints with the finished stamps. Eraser stamps use readily accessible materials to make a great artistic impact. Join us for a fun afternoon in the studio! All materials included.

This class is open to students ages 14 and older, and with low registration fees, it is a great way for Neenah High School students to pass some time during their day off!

$35

Memorable Gift Wrappings

Saturday, December 13th, 10:00 am - 1:00 pm

Instructor: Marilyn Prescott

Make your gifts extra memorable by wrapping them in hand painted and hand made bags! In this class students will use beautiful papers, specialty yarns, and colorful paints to learn how to make beautiful gift bags, gift tags and embellishments in this fabulous holiday inspired class. All materials included.

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$35

Using Photographs in Mixed Media

Wednesday, December 17th, 1:00 pm - 6:00 pm

Instructor: Emily Runnerstrom

Whether the results are humorous, nostalgic, or surreal, using photographs in mixed media art can add a special touch to your work. In this class students will learn tricks on how to work with photos in their finished work, wimage transfer techniques, and composition strategies to ensure artistic success. Students will work with actual photos, printed photos from scans, and laser copies. All supplies are included in the class, however, students are welcome to bring a variety of the listed types of images from home.

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$65

Book (art) Club Mini Lesson: Leather Bound Book Ornament

Thursday, December 18th, 5:00 pm - 5:30 pm

Instructor: Emily Runnerstrom

Calling all book and zine artists, print makers, and paper craft aficionados! From 5:30 pm to 8:00 pm every final Thursday* of the month bring your own supplies and latest book or paper project to join others in the book and paper community for an evening of creative community for no charge. OR for a small fee, register for a mini lesson that begins at 5:00 pm. In December the lesson will cover the construction of a Leather Bound Book Ornament, perfect for the season! All supplies included.

*Book (art) Club will be held one week earlier than usual this month due to the Christmas holiday.To reserve your place in the studio click on the button below.

$15

'Ugly' Ornament Party

Friday, December 19th, 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm

You are invited to join us for a Rockin' Around the Christmas Tree good time in the studio! We are hosting a get together with classic Christmas tunes, nostalgic treats, and all the materials to make ugly Christmas ornaments! Well, maybe not ugly. Kitschy? Over the top? Nostalgically maximalist? No matter what you call it, we're going to have a fun crafting session with friends and everyone will leave with an ornament worthy of your beehive hairdo wearing, cocktail drinking, jazz loving, Great Aunt Mame! All supplies included.

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$35

Open Studio - Holiday Edition

Saturday, December 20th, 12:00 pm - 3:30 pm

It can be challenging to find time to sit down for some serious crafting during the hustle and bustle of the holiday season. Make our creative space your creative space! Do you have some handmade gifts that need a little more attention or do you just need a break to engage in some creative therapy? Spend the afternoon in our distraction free zone!

FREE

Saddle Stitch Journal with Felt Cover

Monday, December 29th, 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm

Instructor: Emily Runnerstrom

Saddle stitch book binding is a simple and elegant method that results in a great journal or sketchbook that is easily tucked into luggage during an adventure or even your pocket for when inspiration strikes unexpectedly. In this class students will make one saddle stitch book with a felt cover and elastic closure.

This class is open to students ages 14 and older, and with low registration fees is a great way for high school students to pass some time during their holiday break!

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$15

Collage Stickers

Tuesday, December 30th, 2:00 pm - 5:00 pm

Instructor: Emily Runnerstrom

Using fun ephemera, specialty papers, and some other simple tools and materials, students in this class will make several miniature artworks and then turn them into stickers! Students will learn the techniques quickly allowing for an abundance of time for sticker production.

This class is open to students ages 14 and older, and with a low registration fee, is a great way for high school students to pass some time during their holiday break!

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$15

January 2026

The Mixed Media Game: A Method for Busting Artistic Blocks

Friday, January 2nd, 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm

Instructor: Emily Runnerstrom

Gather your favorite art making tools and a couple of dice, and do a deep dive into intuitive art! In this class students will hand over the reigns and let the dice make the decisions. Using a variety of mediums and tools, students in this session will enjoy a playful session sure to get them in touch with their creative instincts. AND this game is a handy tool for those times when a little help is needed to kick start the artistic process.

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$45

Kumihimo

Saturday, January 3rd, 12:00 pm - 3:00 pm

Instructor: JoEllen Wollangk

Kumihimo is a traditional Japanese braiding technique that, with minimal instruction and a small hand held tool, can be mastered by anyone! Kumihimo translates to “gathered threads in Japanese, reflecting the method of combining multiple strands. Cords made using this method are highly decorative and strong, allowing for multiple applications.

Students will be taught a simple braiding pattern and use the rest of the time to work on their braid or after they learn the basic concept, students are welcome to try more complex braiding patterns on their own. Students will receive their own tool to take home with them and use for more projects.

Register online in advance or drop in the day of class. This class is open to students ages 14 and older, and with a low registration fee, is a great way for high school students to pass some time during their holiday break and sneak some creativity into their day!

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$10

Simple Books

Wednesday, January 7th, 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm

Instructor: Emily Runnerstrom

Students in this class will learn several simple book binding techniques that inspire great creativity. From objects that function as traditional books to others that push the boundaries of what a book can be, students will make at least 5 different kinds of books that will inspire them to take on further book binding and book arts challenges

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$50

Marbled Paper Notebooks

Friday, January 9th, 1:00 pm - 2:30 pm

Instructor: Michelle Sharp

Creative sensory exploration is an integral part of mental wellness. Join us in the studio for a session of sensory based activities at the end of which students will complete a unique, handbound blank booklet useful for notes, sketching, or journaling. Sensory activities encourage participants to be present in the moment and use their five senses to investigate materials and processes in order to make connections in their mind and body. In this class participants will engage in sensory play as they learn a fun marbling technique, how to bind a book using pamphlet stitch, and the benefits of exploratory, unserious art making. All supplies included.

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$25

Forest Floor Collage

Wednesday, January 14th, 10:00 am - 1:00 pm

Instructor: Mel Kolstad

Inspired by the colors and textures of the forest floor, Fond du Lac artist Mel Kolstad will lead an exploration of the engaging medium of collage. Using a variety of materials, students will learn how to compose at least one unique collage artwork and receive instruction in application tools and techniques. Their finished artworks will serve as beautiful reminders to find the artistry in nature. All supplies are included but students are welcome to bring collage materials from home.

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$50

Open Studio

Saturday, January 17th, 12:00 pm - 3:30 pm

Start your year off on the right foot - with an art project! Make our creative space your creative space and spend the afternoon in our distraction free zone. Bring a friend for some mutual inspiration and set your artistic resolutions for 2026!

FREE

Negative Painting

Wednesday, January 21st, 1:00 pm - 5:00 pm

Instructor: Emily Runnerstrom

Negative Painting is a simple practice with a big impact. Students in this class will create a collage and compose an image by painting in the negative spaces around it. Their artwork will be varnished and ready for framing at the end of class. All supplies are included but students are welcome to bring collage materials from home.

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$60

Wine Bottle Herb Planter

Saturday, January 24th, 1:00 pm - 3:15 pm

Instructor: David & JoEllen Wollangk

With a few simple steps, students will take a wine bottle and turn it into a planter perfect to grow fresh herbs in your kitchen window during the cold Wisconsin winter! All supplies included, including sweet basil seeds to get you started.

This quick class only takes about an hour and will run in two sessions - from 1 pm to 2 pm and from 2:15 pm to 3:15 pm. Root & Runner will be in touch upon receiving your registration to inquire about your preferred time slot.

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$20

Book (art) Club Mini Lesson: The Flexigon

Thursday, January 29th, 5:00 pm - 5:30 pm

Instructor: Emily Runnerstrom

Calling all book and zine artists, print makers, and paper aficionados! From 5:00 pm to 5:30 pm every final Thursday of the month, We offer a mini lesson focusing on book binding or the book arts. In January the lesson will cover the construction of a twisting, turning FLEXIGON!

AND THEN from 5:30 pm to 8:00 pm bring your own supplies and latest project to join others in the book art, zine, and printmaking community for an evening of creative community for no charge. We will have our printing press available for use (following a very short orientation)

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$20

Flying Heart Automata

Friday, January 30th, 2:00 pm - 6:00 pm

Instructor: Emily Runnerstrom

Make a flying heart automata for the special yet quirky loved one in your life! An automata (also known as an automaton) is a mechanical toy that moves using ingenious, and often simple engineering mechanisms. In this class participants will learn how to fabricate a simple mechanism that makes a heart soar, and embellish their heart with wings. All supplies are included.

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$55

Class Cancellation Policy

Due to limited studio space, class cancellations must be made at least 1 week prior to the scheduled class. This gives us an opportunity to fill the space. You may cancel by email, phone or by dropping by Root & Runner Creative Space.

If you need to cancel your class:

If class cancellations happen more than one week prior to the class date, you have two options

1.) To retain the full value of your registration, we will offer the full class price in credit toward a future class.

2.) In the case you do not wish to put your registration fees towards a future class, Root & Runner Creative Space will retain 25% of your registration fees if you cancel more than one week before the class date. If you cancel less than one week prior to the class date, you forfeit any remuneration.

We do not prorate classes/workshops. If you are unable to attend 1 day of a multi-day workshop, there are no discounts.

If Root & Runner Creative Space initiates a class cancellation due to inclement weather, instructor unavailability, or any other reason, students will be reimbursed in full.