Join us for this 4 hour hands on workshop and learn to capture nature in a uniquely beautiful way! This will be an exploration of printing Fish by the ancient Japanese technique of Gyotako (Gyo – meaning fish and taku meaning rubbing or impression). This is a very exciting method of printing fish where much […]
Join us for this very special, holiday edition of Pysanky making, where you will create your own, beautiful, snowflake design. Your finished work can be turned into a heirloom ornament! Pysanky is a centuries-old folk art, primarily Ukrainian with variants found throughout Eastern Europe. Melted wax is applied with special tools to an eggshell which […]
Join this relaxed group, interested in preserving and sharing the hand folk arts of quilting and needlework in a historic setting. ALL are welcome! Bring a project you are working on, or drop in for some inspiration. This group also demonstrates at Hallockville events and programs...come join in the fun! To learn more about the […]
Join this relaxed group, interested in preserving and sharing the hand folk arts of quilting and needlework in a historic setting. ALL are welcome! Bring a project you are working on, or drop in for some inspiration. This group also demonstrates at Hallockville events and programs...come join in the fun! To learn more about the […]
Learn how to transform wool roving into a sculpture and make a Valentine’s Day themed craft. You will start off your day by making a beautiful heart shaped pin! With extra time, you will be able to make additional pins or create your own craft! You will take home a complete kit as well as […]
Join this relaxed group, interested in preserving and sharing the hand folk arts of quilting and needlework in a historic setting. ALL are welcome! Bring a project you are working on, or drop in for some inspiration. This group also demonstrates at Hallockville events and programs...come join in the fun! To learn more about the […]
Is wood carving a hobby of yours? We think that’s fantastic! Join this group of carving enthusiasts who meet the last Sunday of every month at Hallockville Museum Farm. All skill levels are welcome just bring a carving knife (or we’ll lend you one!) and some ideas for a project and we will help you […]
Join instructor, Janice Nesta, to learn the art of German Paper Cutting! Sherenschnitte (pronounced sher-en-schnit-uh) is a German folk art that dates back hundreds of years. It is a paper cutting craft easily learned by beginners. In this class we will be concentrating on Spring themed patterns. Leave winter behind for a few hours while […]
Hallockville Museum Farm & Suffolk County Historical Society are excited to sponsor 2019 National Quilting Day. Join us for a presentation and demonstration of this year's theme, Preserving the Fabrics of Your Life. National Quilting Day is observed annually on the 3rd Saturday in March and celebrates this traditional craft and art form along with […]
Join instructor, Barbara Chuvalas, in weaving a beautiful heirloom basket, just in time for Easter and/or Spring! Baskets will start with a wooden base and be constructed out of natural and pastel colored reed. The basket will be finished with a lovely oak handle for easy carrying! Supplies to bring: scissors, 20 spring-clip clothes pins, spray bottle, […]
Join instructor, Justine Moody, in learning the basics of macrame knot making and go home with a handmade hanging planter. We will review everything from the beginning lark’s head knot to the berry knot and all of the different materials you’ll need to macrame on your own. Come to class with your favorite potted plant […]
Join Hallockville and Long Island Traditions on April 7th (1-3PM), in welcoming four native Long Island decoy carvers: George Rigby Jr., Scott Lechmanski, Captain Jack Combs, and Don Michne. Duck Decoys are considered a traditional woodworking craft, dating back thousands of years, and are recognized as important pieces of Maritime Folk Art heritage locally and nationally. Come spend the […]
Ever been interested in learning how to basket weave, but didn't know where to start?! Join instructor, Barbara Chuvalas, for this beginners basket weaving class! Students will learn the base lay out of basket weaving, continuing with the weaving and rim placement, to create a beautiful Bistro Bread Basket. This basket will complement your table […]
Join this relaxed group, interested in preserving and sharing the hand folk arts of quilting and needlework in a historic setting. ALL are welcome! Bring a project you are working on, or drop in for some inspiration. This group also demonstrates at Hallockville events and programs...come join in the fun! To learn more about the […]
*SOLD OUT* PLEASE COME BACK TO SEE WHAT OUR NEXT EMBROIDERY CLASS WILL BE! Join us for a relaxing day of creating. Instructor, Connie Klos, will teach students how to embroider the chain stitch, outline stitch and french knot to create this mini Spring scene. The finished project will be suitable for framing in a 4 X […]
Join instructor, Barbara Chuvalas, in making this beautiful Wool Drying Basket! This basket was used historically for just that, drying fleece! The basket has legs so that air could circulate through the wool. Side handles help carry the basket & wool. This is an all-over twill pattern. Please bring: pencil, ruler, scissors, small flat screwdriver,spray bottle […]
Join this relaxed group, interested in preserving and sharing the hand folk arts of quilting and needlework in a historic setting. ALL are welcome! Bring a project you are working on, or drop in for some inspiration. This group also demonstrates at Hallockville events and programs...come join in the fun! To learn more about the […]
Join instructor, Vivien Pollack, to learn how to change fabric into a beautiful piece of art! This class will include two different methods of silk painting! You will paint a 12" x 12", piece and also come home with a hand-painted silk scarf you painted yourself. Learn silk painting techniques using salt and alcohol. Then […]
Learn to make exquisite designs using the most delicate of beads. The possibilities for creativity are endless. You will learn to set up and warp your very own bead loom as well as learn the basics of loom weaving and will produce a weaving that can then be made into a piece of jewelry or […]
This huge beauty has so many uses - it will easily turn into your favorite basket! Join instructor, Barbara Blosssey-Chuvalas, in making this shaker style basket, with wide walnut wood accents and the wrapped rim handles add a lovely charm. Please bring: pencil, ruler, scissors, small flat screwdriver,spray bottle and 15-20 spring-type clothespins All basket making […]
