Classes & Events
Classes are open to Beginning + students and students age 14 & older unless stated otherwise in the description.
Explore our classes below & sign up for one today.
Join our creative workshops to enhance your artistic skills and meet fellow art enthusiasts in a supportive environment.
July 2026
Eco Printing
Tuesday, July 21st, 12:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Instructor: JoEllen Wollangk
Using nature for inspiration AND as art supplies, students in this class will use flowers, leaves, twigs and other natural items to color and create patterns for their own unique, one of a kind scarf. Students will complete one scarf during class and will have the opportunity to purchase additional scarves. All supplies included.
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$50
Introduction to Kumihimo
Wednesday, July 22nd, 10:00am - 1:00 pm
Instructor: Erin Connelly
Kumihimo is the Japanese term for the “Art of Braiding”. This centuries old artform, which includes more than 100 different types of braids, was originally used to tie together Samurai armor. It later was used mostly to make sashes for kimonos and is used today in jewelry making.
This introductory class will teach the basics of the craft and students will complete one bracelet with a clasp. All materials are included, including a kit to take home with them so they can continue to make braids. The kit can also be used for future intermediate classes that will focus on different braids.
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$50
Tetra Pak Printmaking
Thursday, July 23rd, 1:00pm - 5:00 pm
Instructor: Emily Runnerstrom
TetraPak printmaking is a simple way to become acquainted with intaglio print processes. While other intaglio processes such as etching and drypoint often employ the use of metal plates and sharp tools, Tetra Pak packaging (used for packaging food and drink) is used for the printing plate and tools as simple as ballpoint pens are used to create the printing image. In this class students will design a print and create a small edition during this class. All supplies included.
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$50
Hands On Family Day - Figure 8 Wind Toy
Saturday, July 25th, 12:00 pm - 3:30 pm
Instructor: Emily Runnerstrom
Come make a colorful, fun, wind-powered spinning toy! Families are invited to stop by the studio for a bit of hands on fun in July. Visitors to the studio will be able to make this own spinning paper toy with the designs of their choice.
This is a drop in program - no registration is required.
Free!
Book (art) Club & Mini Lesson: The Flexagon
Thursday, July 30th, 5:00 pm - 5:30 pm
Instructor: Emily Runnerstrom
Join the Club - The Book Art Club! Each month book artists and paper lovers come together to work on their own projects among other like minded creatives.
Book Art Club participants have the opportunity to arrive early for a mini lesson. A different mini lesson will be taught each month, after which students are invited to stay and work on their own projects, explore the mini lesson, or brainstorm artistic challenges with other book artists. In July the lesson will cover the construction of a twisting, turning FLEXAGON!
OR Book Art Club participants can come to work in the studio after the lesson (5:30pm) for FREE! No registration is needed for participants who arrive at 5:30pm.
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$10
August 2026
Slow Stitching & Visible Mending
Saturday, August 1st, 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Instructor: JoEllen Wollangk
When those perfect blue jeans wear out or you find a hole in your favorite tee shirt, don’t throw them away. That’s the time to engage in some slow stitching and visible mending! In this class participants will learn basic techniques to mend your favorite textiles in meaningful and artistic ways. Students in this class are invite to bring in an article of clothing they wish to revive. If they don't have an item to mend, they will complete a decorative patch to keep on hand for when the need to mend strikes! All supplies are included.
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$30
Bleeding Tissue Dyed Scarves
Tuesday, August 4th, 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Instructor: JoEllen Wollangk
Using bleeding tissue to dye fabric is a simple way to dye fabric that yields vibrant results. In this class students will learn this technique to complete one scarf. All supplies are included. Additional scarves will be available to purchase for students who wish to make more.
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$35
Hand Stitched Song Bird
Thursday, August 6th, 1:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Instructor: Emily Runnerstrom
Join us for a stitching session during which you will create your own simple hand stitched song bird. This projetc uses minimal amounts of fabric and is the perfect way to use those special scraps that you have been saving. In this class students will use vintage and specialty fabrics, shell buttons, glass beads and other fine notions to create a lovely and simple token inspired by these creatures who usher in Spring! All materials included.
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$40
August Craft Party - Chicken Wire Sun Catchers
Friday, August 7th, 5:30 pm - 8:00 pm
Instructor: Emily Runnerstrom
You are invited to our August Craft Party when we will be making a sun catcher using an upcycled frame, chicken wire and an abundance of sparkly charms! With a wonderful variety of beads, baubles, and trinkets, and different frame options, everyone is sure to leave the party with a one of a kind piece that will capture the light and add color to your home. We will provide all the materials and some tasty treats for you to enjoy while you create. We hope you can join the party!
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$40
Buds & Blooms: Watercolor Cards
Saturday, August 8th, 3:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Instructor: Lynn Peters
Artist Lynn Peters will guide you through a step-by-step process that allows even beginners to create charming, all occasion greeting cards. You will learn how to sketch simple flowers, add a bit of paint, and turn them into a set of perfectly imperfect greeting cards. During the process you will explore basic color mixing techniques and how to use your paint brush. In addition to a delightful set of cards and envelopes, you will also be given written directions so that you may continue your watercolor practice after class. Leave your perfectionism at home! No watercolor experience required and all supplies included.
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$45
French Link Book Binding
Tuesday, August 11th, 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Instructor: Michelle Sharp
Bookbinding can take many forms, but the best known in the western world is the codex. This is the classic book form that many of us grew up with involving a stack of pages inside a hard or soft cover. In this class students will learn how to sew an open spine book with an attractive interlocking French Link stitch from Neenah artist Michelle Sharp. Students will use common bookbinding tools and materials to construct their own blank journal to keep or use as a gift. All supplies included.
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$45
Artistic Plastic: Fusing Single Use Plastic into Functional Material
Wednesday, August 12th, 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Instructor: Stephanie Leisering
From trash to treasure, turn plastic shopping bags and other single use plastics into a reusable, sturdy, and quirky material by fusing them together. The material made from fused plastic bags can be made into tote bags, wallets, book covers, and so much more. In this class students will learn how to turn single-use plastic bags into material that can be used in a variety of ways to lengthen its useful life in fun and colorful ways while keeping it out of the landfill. Your instructor for this class is Stephanie Leisering of Funky Remnants. During class students will learn the fusing process and make enough material to sew a simple tote bag or wallet during class. All supplies are included in the class fees but students are welcome to bring colorful plastic bags from home.
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$45
Lino Cut Monogrammed Notecards
Friday, August 14th, 10:00 am - 1:00 pm
Instructor: Lisa Baltes
Join printmaking artist, Lisa Baltes to design your own personalized monogram and then carve your design into a linoleum printing block that can be reused to personalize note cards or stationary. Students will learn how to design a custom and unique monogram. They will then carve and it to print notecards. It is possible to also use the block as an embossing plate. All supplies included.
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$50
Wooden Gum Ball Necklace
Saturday, August 15th, 12:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Instructor: Emily Runnerstrom
Join us to make a fun fashion statement! Inspired by the bright colors of candy, participants in this class will design and make a personalized necklace using wooden beads and cotton cording (perfect for those with metal sensitivities). In this class students will explore basic color theory, and decorative pattern making in order to make a bold and colorful necklace that will add some fun to every outfit. All supplies included.
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$60
Eco Printing
Tuesday, August 18th, 12:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Instructor: JoEllen Wollangk
Using nature for inspiration AND as art supplies, students in this class will use flowers, leaves, twigs and other natural items to color and create patterns for their own unique, one of a kind eco printed scarf and fabric. Students will complete two eco printed items during class. All supplies included.
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$60
Coptic Stitch Book Binding
Thursday, August 20th, 12:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Instructor: Emily Runnerstrom
Coptic stitch is a method of bookbinding used by early Christians in Egypt. Dating as early as the 2nd century AD, Coptic bindings are considered the first true codex binding - the structure that is universally recognized as a book. They open completely flat (making them wonderful sketchbooks) and feature an attractive exposed stitch binding. In this class, students will make a 160 page blank book with a hard cover. All supplies included.
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$60
Viking Knitting
Tuesday, August 25th, 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Instructor: JoEllen Wollangk
Viking Knitting is an ancient technique in which wire is knit into a cord. Elegant and unusual, the resulting cord is used for jewelry and other embellishments. In this class students will complete one bracelet in this method using copper wire using a few simple tools and a little bit of patience. All supplies included.
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$40
Simple Bottle Cap Fish
Friday, August 28th, 9:00 qm - 4:00 pm
Instructor: David Wollangk Wollangk
Create a quirky and colorful fish sculpture using a carved wood form and bottle caps! Don’t let the simple materials fool you. In this class students will learn valuable skills in material manipulation to take common supplies to an artistic level. Students in this class will complete one fish sculpture during the class and may just be inspired to make a whole school! All materials are supplied but students are invited to collect and bring unique bottle caps to add to their sculpture.
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$75
September 2026
Collagraph Printmaking
Friday, September 4th, 12:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Instructor: Emily Runnerstrom
Collagraphy is a printmaking method in which the printing plate is fabricated using common household materials. Cardboard, produce netting, leaves, fabric and other materials offer an abundance of creative potential. Students in this class will learn how to make a printing plate and will then have the opportunity to print it using intaglio and relief methods. All materials supplied.
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$50
Scrimshaw
Saturday, September 5th, 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Instructor: David Wollangk
Scrimshaw is a maritime folk craft that originated with sailors on whaling ships in which bone or ivory is engraved with designs and then blackened to reveal their designs. This technique was used to make jewelry, and customize utilitarian items with elaborate designs. In this class students will explore this technique using a variety of sustainable and modern materials to make multiple pieces suitable for jewelry or small embellishment. All supplies are included.
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$50
Mixed Media Printmaking
Wednesday, September 9th, 10:00 am - 1:00 pm
Instructor: Mel Kolstad
In this class, students will learn how to make a drypoint print, which will then be printed again with monoprinting, watercolor, and collage via the printmaking technique, chine collé. It’s a very laid-back approach to intaglio printmaking - no experience required! All supplies included.
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$50
Long Stitch Journal
Thursday, September 24th, 1:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Instructor: Emily Runnerstrom
There is something special about hand bound books. Books bound using the long stitch binding technique are not only beautiful but sturdy and open flat, making them excellent for use as sketchbooks. Book artist and Root & Runner owner, Emily Runnerstrom will teach students this book binding technique and students will leave class with one finished leather or wool felt cover book. All supplies are included.
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$55
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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 insufficient registrations, inclement weather, instructor unavailability, or any other reason, students will be reimbursed in full.
Explore your creativity with Root & Runner Creative Space.
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1131 South Commercial Street
Neenah, WI 54956
Hours
Tuesday 12pm - 6pm
Wednesday 12pm - 6pm
Thursday 12pm - 6pm
Friday 12pm - 6pm
Saturday 12pm - 4pm
AND Whenever Class is in Session!
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