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.
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.
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.
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.
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
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Create your own holiday wreath using live greenery, in partnership with Forward Flora!
No experience necessary; all materials will be provided.
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.
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.
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.
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!
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.
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.
Join us December 7 as the Davidson County Long Term Recovery Group commemorates 1 year since the December 2023 tornado. In creating a space for healing and expression, TGCR offers neurographic art sessions and community affirmations to survivors.
TGCR joins Adventure Science Center at Camp Way Late: Hogwarts Holiday Break on December 6! Join our team in the Tinkering Garage to create your own mandrake planters and bowtruckles! Get your tickets here.
On December 5th, TGCR will be hosting its first-ever Winter Market, an offsite, outdoor craft fair for artists and small businesses! The event will take place at The Outfield in Wedgewood-Houston from 5pm-8pm.
In November and December, our gallery is transforming into a Sustainable Holiday Marketplace, the perfect one-stop shop for your holiday decor and gifts. Stop by anytime during November and December to check out a variety of handmade goods, like ornaments, jewelry, accessories and cards!
By shopping in our Sustainable Holiday Marketplace, you are supporting local artisans while being kind to the environment, one gift at a time.
Open Friday, November 1 through Sunday, December 29.
Join local printmaking artist Sarah Edmonds and learn some basics of block printing to create your own unique holiday cards.
This class will take place on the following Tuesdays from 5:15pm-7:15pm:
November 26
December 3
December 10
Spend an afternoon at TGCR learning how to weave your own basket from start to finish- in partnership with The Nashville Nature explorers.
Join our team at the Nashville Public Library: Madison Branch in making fall wreaths from reuse materials! Call NPL Madison to register.
Join the Library and Turnip Green Creative Reuse in festive crafting, making ornaments out of various reused supplies! This event is for all ages.
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.
Working with genuine leather pieces, as well as recycled leather from retired Southwest Airline seats, create your own wallet!
Create your own holiday wreath using live greenery, in partnership with Forward Flora!
Learn the fundamentals of making a stained glass piece with artist Cheri Tapp!
Class will take place on the following dates from 10am-12pm:
November 17
November 24
December 1
December 8
December 15
December 22
Join local artist Jalena Baker of 'Slop Bucket' to learn step-by-step how to create your own bucket hat from repurposed fabric!
Working with genuine leather pieces, as well as recycled leather from retired Southwest Airline seats, create your own wallet!
Create your own holiday wreath using live greenery, in partnership with Forward Flora!
Join local artist Alex Handley for a morning of guided art-therapy exercises and meditation!
During November and December, our gallery is transforming into a Sustainable Holiday Marketplace, the perfect one-stop shop for your holiday decor and gifts. Stop by anytime during November and December to check out a variety of handmade goods, like ornaments, jewelry, accessories and cards!
By shopping in our Sustainable Holiday Marketplace, you are supporting local artisans while being kind to the environment, one gift at a time.
Open Friday, November 1 through Sunday, December 29.
Join us at TGCR's Flower Halloween Mask Workshop with Forward Flora for a fun and creative afternoon at Turnip Green Creative Reuse's Art Studio. Get ready to unleash your artistic side as we guide you through the process of making masks out of salvaged blooms. Our friendly instructors from Forward Flora will provide all the flowers and tools that you need. So come on down and let's create some funky-fresh masks together! Don't miss out on this opportunity to learn, connect, and have a blast. See you there!
In this 2 hour workshop students will learn what an aura is, how to visualize their own aura, & how to express their aura through art.
Join us at TGCR's Floral Arrangement Workshop for a fun and creative afternoon at Turnip Green Creative Reuse's Studio. Get ready to unleash your artistic side as we guide you through the process of making beautiful bouquets with salvaged blooms an
d reuse vases. Our friendly instructors from Forward Flora will provide all the flowers and tools that you need—including beautiful vases from the Reuse Center. So come on down and let's create some dazzling bouquets together! Don't miss out on this opportunity to learn, connect, and have a blast. See you there!
Join our Halloween Costume Making Class and learn how to craft a unique costume using everyday, reusable items! In this hands-on workshop, we'll teach you how to break down your costume idea into manageable parts and assemble them into a stunning creation using techniques like hot glue, paper mâché, and more—no sewing skills required (though they can be helpful!). Whether you're a seasoned crafter or a beginner, you'll leave with the skills and confidence to transform household materials into a Halloween masterpiece!
