Feb
22
11:00 AM11:00
Feb
26
5:15 PM17:15
Open Studio & Craft Night at Turnip Green!
Come to Turnip Green for an evening of crafting and socializing with like-minded artists and makers. Bring a working project, or start something new!
Please note: This is an independent, open-studio opportunity, and will not include formal instruction. If you plan to work on either sewing or printmaking, we do recommend bringing an active working project. Use of equipment (printing press, sewing machines, etc.) will be first-come, first-served.
Materials in the Reuse Center will be available for use. Suggested donation at the door is $10.
Mar
6
5:30 PM17:30
Mar
15
2:00 PM14:00
Feb
15
10:00 AM10:00
Feb
13
5:15 PM17:15
TGCR's Charm Necklace Workshop
Come use secondhand and salvaged jewelry, beads, and other treasures to make a one of a kind charm necklace. Materials and instructions will be provided, making this a perfect project for all experience levels.
Feb
12
5:15 PM17:15
Skill Building at Turnip Green!
Join us for a monthly artist meetup at Turnip Green Creative Reuse. This month’s topic: Art Install and Framing with Alex Kimball and Harley Simpkins!
Feb
11
5:30 PM17:30
Feb
9
1:00 PM13:00
Feb
8
1:00 PM13:00
Feb
5
5:15 PM17:15
Feb
1
4:00 PM16:00
Jan
26
2:00 PM14:00
TGCR's Bookbinding Workshop
Join local bookbinding artist Mina Parkison to learn the ins and outs of bookbinding, and create your own book or journal cover to cover.
No experience necessary. All materials will be provided.
Jan
25
10:00 AM10:00
TGCR's Cardboard Puppet Workshop
Join us at Turnip Green Creative Reuse for our Cardboard Puppet Workshop taught by local artist, Wesley Hall. It's the perfect opportunity to unleash your imagination and create amazing creatures using simple cardboard materials. During the workshop, you'll learn various techniques to transform ordinary cardboard into extraordinary creatures. Our talented instructor will guide you through the process, providing tips and tricks to bring your creations to life.
No experience necessary. All materials will be provided.
Jan
22
5:15 PM17:15
Open Studio Craft Night at TGCR!
Open to the public; no pre-registration required
We're combining our Craft Night, Printmaking Club, and Sewing Club programs! Come to Turnip Green for an evening of crafting and socializing with like-minded artists and makers. Please note: This is an independent, open-studio opportunity and will not include formal instruction.
If you plan to work on either sewing or printmaking, we recommend that you bring an active working project.
Use of equipment (printing press, sewing machines, etc) is first come, first served. Otherwise, materials in the Reuse Center will be available for use. Suggested donation at the door: $10.
Jan
18
1:00 PM13:00
TGCR's Embroidery Workshop
Join local fiber artist Cassidy Parkison to learn some basic embroidery stitches, and create your own small-scale embroidered artwork!
No experience necessary. All materials will be provided.
Jan
16
5:15 PM17:15
TGCR's Charm Necklace Workshop
Come use secondhand and salvaged jewelry, beads, and other treasures to make a one of a kind charm necklace. Materials and instructions will be provided, making this a perfect project for all experience levels.
Jan
12
1:00 PM13:00
TGCR's Repurposed Framing Workshop
This workshop will go over creative ways to assemble your artwork with frames and other materials found in our Reuse Center. Skills that will be taught are: mat board cutting, glass cutting, and mounting.
No experience necessary. All materials will be provided.
Jan
11
1:00 PM13:00
TGCR's Bookbinding Workshop
Join local bookbinding artist Mina Parkison to learn the ins and outs of bookbinding, and create your own book or journal cover to cover.
No experience necessary. All materials will be provided.
Jan
8
5:15 PM17:15
Skill Building at Turnip Green Creative Reuse
Skill Building at Turnip Green Creative Reuse: A Monthly Artist Meetup.
Network with local artists and makers, and learn something new!
This month’s topic: Art and Self Care with Wellbeing Specialist, Christine Croom
Jan
5
2:00 PM14:00
TGCR's Vision Board Workshop
This session will encourage participants to start the new year with intention. We’ll focus on building vision boards inspired by various colors and textures from recycled materials, allowing attendees to set goals and map out plans for 2025.
No experience necessary. All materials will be provided.
Jan
4
4:00 PM16:00
Dec
29
1:00 PM13:00
TGCR's Vision Board Workshop
This session will encourage participants to start the new year with intention. We’ll focus on building vision boards inspired by various colors and textures from recycled materials, allowing attendees to set goals and map out plans for 2025.
No experience necessary; all materials will be provided.
Dec
21
1:00 PM13:00
TGCR's Embroidery Workshop
Join local fiber artist Cassidy Parkison to learn some basic embroidery stitches, and create your own small-scale embroidered artwork!
No experience necessary; all materials will be provided.
Dec
21
10:00 AM10:00
TGCR's Mini Gingerbread House Workshop!
Working with local artist Amy Wilson, participants will create their own mini gingerbread house decoration using a myriad of materials including felt, beads, wool roving, embroidery floss, and more!
No experience necessary. All materials will be provided.
Dec
17
5:15 PM17:15
TGCR's Woven Ornament Workshop with Ibu Textiles
Participants in this workshop will learn to construct their own woven ornament using basic macrame techniques, taught by local textile artist Jennifer Fleischer of Ibu Textiles.
No experience necessary; All materials will be provided.
Dec
14
1:00 PM13:00
TGCR's Dried Flower Mandala Workshop with Planted Self Care
Find the perfect blend of art, horticulture, and wellness with this therapeutic workshop led by Planted Self Care owner Christine Croom, MS. Learn about mandalas (Sanskrit for “circle”), which hold symbolic and meditative qualities. Participants will then mindfully arrange dried florals and plant material in a mandala design.
No experience necessary; all materials will be provided.
Dec
14
10:00 AM10:00
TGCR's Greenery Wreath Workshop with Forward Flora
Create your own holiday wreath using live greenery, in partnership with Forward Flora!
No experience necessary; all materials will be provided.
Dec
11
5:15 PM17:15
TGCR's Open Studio: Craft Night
We're combining our Craft Night, Printmaking Club, and Sewing Club programs! Come to Turnip Green for an evening of crafting and socializing with like-minded artists and makers. Please note: This is an independent, open-studio opportunity and will not include formal instruction. If you plan to work on either sewing or printmaking, we recommend that you bring an active working project. Use of equipment (printing press, sewing machines, etc) is first come, first served. Otherwise, materials in the Reuse Center will be available for use. Suggested donation at the door: $10.
Dec
9
3:30 PM15:30
Holiday Block Printing Creation Station at NPL Goodlettsville
Turnip Green is bringing a holiday block printing workshop to the Nashville Public Library: Goodlettsville Branch! Join us from 3:30-5:00pm on December 9 to discover techniques in block printing. This workshop is intended for elementary children grades K-5. Families welcome. Find more information here.
Dec
8
2:00 PM14:00
TGCR's Bookbinding Workshop
Join local bookbinding artist Mina Parkison to learn the ins and outs of bookbinding, and create your own book or journal cover to cover.
No experience necessary; all materials will be provided.
Dec
7
2:00 PM14:00
Reuse Ornaments Workshop at NPL Main Bran
Join Turnip Green at the Nashville Public Library: Main Branch for an open studio workshop where you will have access to various reuse materials to create handmade ornaments! This workshop is intended for adults. Families are welcome. Call NPL Main Branch to register!
Dec
7
1:00 PM13:00
TGCR's Cyanotype Tote Bag Workshop with Safelight Imaging
Working with Safelight Imaging, participants will use found objects and sun exposure to print their own uniquely designed canvas tote!
No expereince necessary. All materials will be provided.
Please note: This workshop is weather dependent, as the prints are 'developed' through sun exposure. Because of this, workshop date is subject to change. In the event the workshop is rescheduled, you will receive the opportunity to either move to the reschedule date, or request a full refund.
Dec
7
12:00 PM12:00
TGCR's Needle Felted Ornament Workshop
Join local needle felting artist Alisha Renschler to learn the basics of needle felting and leave with your own festive wool creation!
No experience necessary; all materials will be provided.