Most of our craft workshops are a single afternoon, and you go home with something you made: a hand-bound journal, a leather tote, a stained glass mosaic, a woven basket or a hawk-tail broom. Local makers teach block printing, calligraphy, wood burning, fluid art, drawing and seasonal crafts, and beginners are always welcome.
Find us in Monkton, Northern Baltimore County, close to Harford County and southern Pennsylvania and 20 minutes from Baltimore City.
with Michael Bare
Take your pumpkin carving to the next level in this creative, hands-on workshop! Instead of simply cutting shapes all the way through, you’ll learn how to carve into the surface of the pumpkin to create intricate designs that glow beautifully from within. Manor Mill will provide all the carving tools you will need!Bring your own gutted pumpkin and a design you’re excited to carve. We’ll provide guidance, inspiration, and a few extra tricks—including the option to add black paint to enhance your finished design. Surface carving allows you to play with depth, light, and shadow, creating a unique pumpkin that looks just as beautiful lit up as it does during the day.What to Bring:A gutted pumpkin (cut from the bottom or back if possible, to keep the stem intact)A scraping tool, if you have oneA battery-operated light, if you have one—we’ll have a few available to borrowBefore Class:Please arrive with a design ready to carve. This will help you make the most of class time and give you the best chance of completing your pumpkin. You can create your own design or find inspiration from printable templates online. Check out these printable templates: Categories - Pumpkin Glow, but feel free to come up with your own creative design!Come ready to get creative, experiment with light and texture, and leave with a one-of-a-kind pumpkin glowing with your own artistic style! Feel free to BYOB and bring snacks or food!
$30.00 drop-in
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with Nancy Fine
Join us for a wonderful weekend of outdoor (plein air) painting with artist, Nancy Fine! Nancy is a local professional plein air painter who exhibits her work both regionally and nationally. Learn more about Nancy below. This two-day event will be held at Manor Mill's satellite property off Sheppard Road across the street from the Manor Mill building itself All skill levels welcome, beginner through advanced, but participants must bring all their own supplies. Ages 12+. *This class meets on October 31 & November 1st from 12pm to 4pm.Please reach out with any questions regarding materials to Nancy Fine (artistnancyfine@gmail.com).Materials List:Oil, Watercolor, or Acrylic PaintsEaselPaint surfacePainting supplies-(paper towels, palette, various brushes, water/solvents, etc.)Proper clothing for the outdoorsWater & SnacksBug spray/SunscreenNancy Fine's Bio: As a long-time resident of Northern Baltimore County, Maryland, Nancy is inspired by the views around her. Nancy's preferred medium is oil paint on linen boards. She has competed in many fast-paced juried and non-juried plein air events, sometimes having only 2-3 hours to choose a subject, complete the painting, and have it framed for the competition. Nancy's interest in Plein Air painting has evolved over the past seven years. In a transition from realism, Plein Air has provided the perfect vehicle for expressing her love of the outdoors and awareness of nature. The success of Nancy's work is the result of not only her interpretation of the ever-changing natural surroundings, but of her use of lush colors, and the freedom of brushwork and her palette knife. Nancy earned a Bachelor of Arts from Notre Dame College. She has taken numerous classes and workshops at locations including Zoll Studio in Baltimore, and The Torpedo Factory and Yellow Barn, both in Virginia. IG: @nancykfine
$110.00 drop-in
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Virginia Warwick with Critter Critter Creations
During this introductory class on block printing, students will learn the basic process of block printing with linoleum blocks by hand. Instead of using a press, students will use other methods and tools to create a successful print from their own original design on their blocks. Students will come away from the class with a block that can be printed again and again and a finished print. There will also be the option of creating greeting cards. Best for ages 14+
$80.00 drop-in
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Louise Beyer and June Hersey with Bey Her Baskets
The students will learn basic basket weaving techniques by weaving The Miller's Market Basket. The basket features a filled bottom and a wrapped handle. Color choices will be available. The basket measures 10" long, 5.25" wide. Basket height is: 5.75" and 10.5" to top of the handle. A handy little basket suitable for any number of uses or a perfect gift.10” L X 5.5” W x 5.75” HBest for students ages 18+
$55.00 drop-in
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with Josh Rodriguez
Participates will make a laced tote bag. Using premium leather that is pre-cut to size by the instructor, each student will mark and punch holes in the bag. Then the students will use leather lace to assemble the bag, lacing the bottom and both side seams. The students will then rivet straps to the bag. Each student will be able to choose short or long handles. Demo will be present to help choose. The finished dimension of the bag is about 12" tall by 12" wide and 3" deep. The leather used for the bags will be brown in color. Strapping with be brown as well. Ages 14+ (must be accompanied by an adult with a ticket).
$195.00 drop-in
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Rose Rogge with Mosaics By Rose
Participants will make their very own stained glass mosaic, a timeless piece of art that will transform the light in their home for years to come. What on earth is a stained glass mosaic? You start with a picture frame with only the clear glass. The mosaic is created by glueing broken colored glass onto the clear glass in the design of your own creation. The final touch is grouting the mosaic to fill in the opening between the colored glass. Participates will need to wear a mask while using glue. Eye protection and respirator are included. Frame size will be 8x10. Ages 16+
$85.00 drop-in
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Matt Shwabb with Boring Tie Dye
During this hands-on workshop, you’ll learn the basics of dyeing your own pom beanie. I’ll guide you step by step, then we’ll head to the dye station where you’ll use professional-grade dyes to create a truly one-of-a-kind piece. You’ll leave with a custom tie-dye beanie to enjoy for years to come. All ages are welcome. Children must be accompanied by an adult or guardian to assist if needed (helpers do not need to purchase an additional ticket). Get to know your instructor, Matt Schwaab: My wife, Amanda, and I live in Boring, MD on a 30-acre farm with our three dogs Wesley, Arlo, and Tela. We both grew up in Baltimore and Carroll County and love the area. I have my master's in teaching, went to culinary school, had my real estate license and was a land surveyor before settling into my tie dye business. When I am not tie dyeing, you can find me listening to records, seeing live music (jam bands and blue grass), playing lacrosse, snowboarding, or hiking.
$40.00 drop-in
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with Josh Rodriguez
In this class, each student will create a handcrafted leather belt from start to finish. Prior to registration, students will choose their leather and buckle style to make a unique belt that reflects their personal style.Using a sizing belt, students will determine the correct fit and learn how to accurately mark their belt using templates. They will shape the belt ends with a strap-end punch and use traditional hand tools, including a hammer and hole punch, to create all necessary holes.Students will then learn how to punch and hand-stitch the belt to securely attach the buckle. To complete the project, they will use an edge beveler to round the belt edges, with the option to dye the edges for a customized look. Finally, students will burnish the edges to achieve a smooth, professional finish.By the end of the class, each student will leave with a durable, custom-made leather belt and a solid introduction to fundamental leatherworking techniques. Suitable for ages 14 and up.Please Note: If you are making the belt for someone other than yourself, please bring one of their used belts. Using a worn belt to find their most used size hole, you can determine the correct sizing.
$100.00 drop-in
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Karena Curtis with Brooms & Blessings
In this workshop, participants will use simple tools to create a Hawk Tail Whisk Broom & a traditional dyed fan whisk broom while learning about the history of broom making. Participants will use traditional broom making techniques, including the “V-Up” strategy, to develop an appreciation for the decorative styles of this Appalachian craft. Dexterity and strength are required. For ages 14+
$75.00 drop-in
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Lisa Regopoulos with Lisa Regopoulos Fine Art
Join us for a fun and relaxing workshop creating the bird(s) of your choice in Panpastel. Beginning with a one-hour demo, learn to how to mix color in PanPastel, application techniques, how to achieve luminous light effect and so much more. The demo will explain how a loose block in sets up the focal point for a painterly end result. There will be plenty of time at your easel with instruction and uninterrupted time to create. Everyone will leave the workshop with a finished pastel painting or two.If you own PanPastel, please feel free to bring what you have as well, but the price includes the use of the instructor's PanPastels and applicators. Attendees are encouraged to work from their own photos, so bring a few of your favorite bird photos to choose from. (digital photos are fine, too). Panpastel works on many different types of paper. Your instructor will be demonstrating on Clairefontaine Pastel Grain.This workshop is suitable for beginners, ages 18 and up.
$100.00 drop-in
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Tara Gillespie with Dream Topography
Get ready to dive into the world of epoxy resin by learning the basics in fun ways! During this two hour class you will learn about different resin types, resin properties, safety, tips & tricks, and work on FOUR resin craft projects including an ornament, a circular coaster, a trinket box, and a 6×6 – inch resin art piece featuring the beach wave technique or a spacey galaxy!
$100.00 drop-in
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Claire C. Jones with Claire Jones Landscapes, LLC
Overflowing with fresh succulents, pods, and fresh and dried florals, this Horn of Plenty will make a festive centerpiece for your holiday table. Lasting for months, this large centerpiece can be transitioned to a Christmas centerpiece with the simple additions of Christmas balls and red berries.
$75.00 drop-in
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Kas Rohm with Kas Rohm Art
The holidays are coming, and in this workshop we'll paint our own holiday cards for the special people in our lives! Each participant will practice five holiday paintings and then recreate their paintings on blank 100% cotton 5x7 watercolor greeting cards. Beautiful frayed-flap ivory mailing envelopes are included. Painting examples, demonstrations, suggestions, and sketching/painting guidance will be provided. Come enjoy some holiday music and hot cider while we get in the mood for the upcoming holiday. All materials provided.Intended for ages 13+
$80.00 drop-in
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with Josh Rodriguez
Participants will make a classic style laced hippy bag. The leather will be pre-cut by the instructor to the pattern. Each student will mark and punch the holes required for lacing the bag. The participants will then lace the bag. There are 2 lines of lacing. Students will then add a strap to their bag using rivet. Students will finish the edges of the bag and strap. Ages 14+ (must be accompanied by an adult with a ticket).
$175.00 drop-in
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Tara Gillespie with Dream Topography
Make a little Christmas magic together! In this festive parent + child class, each pair will design and create their very own Santa Snack tray - perfect for setting out cookies and milk for Santa and a special treat for his reindeer on Christmas Eve. We'll use vinyl decals, candy canes, and lots of fun holiday sprinkle embellishments to make each tray completely unique. Kids and grown-ups will work together to choose their decorations and create a keepsake they can bring out year after year as part of their family's Christmas tradition. And because one holiday project isn't enough...we'll also be making unlimited UV resin crafts including holiday keychains, jewelry, barrettes, pet tags, book marks and more! Top it all off by creating an adorable holiday Taba squishy! Kids can customize their own festive squishy choosing the mold and color, to take home along with their Santa snack tray. All art supplies and smocks are provided. Parent supervision required for young children – Ticket price includes 1 station (mold and UV light).
$80.00 drop-in
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Kas Rohm with Kas Rohm Art
Winter is right around the corner, so let’s get our “snow vibe” going with a watercolor painting of a gentle snowfall in the pine forest! This workshop will use a monochromatic palette to create a forest structure that is distinct in the foreground and melts into the distance through the falling snow. We’ll use Bleed Proof opaque white in a fun and classic technique of splattering our forest with fresh white snow. All materials are provided, including hot cider!Intended for ages 13+
$80.00 drop-in
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Tara Gillespie with Dream Topography
Celebrate the holiday season by creating beautiful pieces of functional home decor using epoxy resin, dried florals, and holiday embellishments. During this two hour class you will work on projects that can be stylish additions to your home including a decorative tray and a coaster. The collection of dried pressed flowers can be arranged in many unique ways and the project is the perfect surface to display glassware, trinkets, and/or other items. These crafts also make wonderful gifts!
$100.00 drop-in
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Matt Shwabb with Boring Tie Dye
During this workshop, I will lead you through the basics of tying to make your new favorite holiday stocking! Then we will head to the dye station where you’ll get to use professional dyes to create a one of a kind festive piece of art. You’ll take home your tie dye stocking to wash, and you'll have it for years to come! All ages welcome, if registering a child, an adult/guardian must be present to help (but you are not required to purchase another ticket as the helper). Get to know your instructor, Matt Schwaab: My wife, Amanda, and I live in Boring, MD on a 30 acre farm with our three dogs Wesley, Arlo, and Tela. We both grew up in Baltimore and Carroll County and love the area. I have my masters in teaching, went to culinary school, had my real estate license and was a land surveyor before settling into my tie dye business. When I am not tie dyeing, you can find me listening to records, seeing live music (jam bands and blue grass), playing lacrosse, snowboarding, or hiking.
$30.00 drop-in
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Kristina Kriss with The Hare Charmed Moon
Get in the holiday spirit learning to burn your own wooden ornament with Kristi from The Hare Charmed Moon! You’ll have the opportunity to make 2 live edge ornaments. These make great gifts and keepsakes to hang on your tree each year. Best suited for ages 16+.
$60.00 drop-in
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Virginia Warwick with Critter Critter Creations
Building on the skills from the introductory block printing workshop, this advanced class explores the reductive printing process by hand. Students will learn how to print two colors from a single linoleum block. Students will design their own multi-color print and go home with a finished piece. This class is recommended for students who already know the basic techniques of printmaking, but isn't a strict requirement. All materials and instruction are included in the cost.Best for ages 14+
$95.00 drop-in
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Karena Curtis with Brooms & Blessings
During this 2 hour workshop, participants will create a decorative Hawk Tail Whisk Broom while learning about the history of broom making. Participants will use traditional broom making techniques, including the “V-Up” strategy, to develop an appreciation for the decorative styles of this Appalachian craft. Participants will incorporate naturally dyed broom corn & locally resourced ornaments to create these personalized works of art. Broomcorn colors and ornaments will vary.
$75.00 drop-in
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Courtney Cohen with Spore and Seed
Join Courtney from Spore and Seed in creating a living centerpiece for your holiday table. Participants will learn about the process of forcing bulbs and then create a bowl planter filled with pre-forced amaryllis and paperwhites for a beautiful holiday show. All materials included.
$125.00 drop-in
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with Celia Cook
Unleash your creativity and master the beautiful Coptic stitch in this beginner-friendly bookbinding workshop. You'll learn essential techniques, from preparing stylish covers to sewing your book by hand. The highlight is mastering the exposed-spine Coptic stitch, creating a durable journal that lays perfectly flat. Leave class with your own elegant, unique, and ready-to-use hand-bound journal!Best for students ages 15+ Celia Cook has been bookbinding since 2022. While earning her MA in Creative Writing from Ball State University, she was awarded a research grant to develop her skills and knowledge in the book arts with Mikayla Galgerud. As she continues to explore the book arts, she hopes to share her craft with others. When not bookbinding, Celia is busy writing two books, buying too many cardigans, and baking banana bread out in Baltimore. You can find them on Instagram @belia.book!
$85.00 drop-in
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with Celia Cook
Ready to master your next bookbinding project? In this advanced bookbinding workshop, students will uncover the Secret Belgian binding to create a spine-tingling journal. Refresh your memory on previous bookbinding techniques such as preparing stylish covers and sewing your book by hand. By the end of this two-day workshop, students will create a durable journal with a beautifully threaded case. Leave class with your own elegant, unique, and ready-to-use hand-bound journal!Best for students with previous bookbinding experience and students ages 15+!This class meets on June 26 and 27, 10-2PM.
$120.00 drop-in
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I draw inspiration from nature and the surrounding landscape. What interests me as an artist is not only the formal qualities of solving the puzzle, but how creativity and the arts lead to the unknown and connect the dots in unexpected ways. Michael lives in Monkton with his wife Joanne. He is a MICA graduate and has been a lifelong artist/educator.
Only eight years ago, Nancy considered what activities she might choose to fill her hours once she retired from a 40-year career in real estate. She is a long-time resident of Northern Baltimore County, Maryland. She has taken numerous classes and workshops. She received a Bachelor of Arts Degree from Notre Dame College.
Virginia Warwick grew up in the country and had numerous pets, or "critters" as a child. This relationship with animals and nature has no doubt influenced Virginia's art making and her creation of Critter Critter Creations
Critter Critter Creations first began as a business offering custom pet portraits. This satisfied Virginia's aim to provide artistic inspiration for a number of years. It was amazing to see client's appreciation for Virginia's art, but in the past few years Virginia decided to change the aim and focus of Critter Critter Creations, now focusing on art instruction and creations of her favorite critters in the form of linoleum block prints. You can also find her more fine art here on her companion site.
Bey-Her Baskets grew from Louise and June being co-workers, friends, and taking basketry classes together. They were intrigued about how you could make something so strong, long-lasting and useful with just your hands and minimal tools. That began their love of basketry and their love of sharing basketry through classes they teach, interacting with the public at craft shows and other venues, and becoming active members of a basketry guild. Their passion grew to designing original baskets and experiencing different material. Over the past twenty-five years, they have grown their skills and basketry knowledge to include many different basket styles, taking classes from basketry teachers from all over the country. . The reward of hearing praise about their craftsmanship, the delight of a beginner weaver taking one of their classes and interacting with the “basketry community” has led to hours of pleasure for them as they continue to pursue the art of basketry.
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I was born and raised in Baltimore County Maryland. I am a fulltime Occupational Therapist, husband and father of 2 children. I have been an obsessive hobby crafter since 2019. The first 4 years I focused on spoon carving then transitioned to leatherworking in early 2023. I'm very passionate about leather, leather goods, and traditional forms of craft. I love the smell, the patina, and the functionality of great leather. My aesthetic is minimal and classic silhouettes. I find inspiration in wabi-sabi pottery, tattoo art, and Green wood working. I enjoy using hand tools and hand stitching my work. I have participated in local craft markets in Maryland for the last 2 years. My favorite build is a traditional tote bag. My favorite style of leather is natural veg tan because it will acquire a unique and rich patina with use. When I'm not leatherworking, I enjoy my work at the hospital, spending time with my family and friends, playing pickleball, and listening to music.
I’m Rose 🌹 I’m a stained glass mosaic artist from Kingsville Maryland. I started making mosaics in 2008 and haven’t stopped since. Getting to replicate the beauty of nature through colored glass is one of this more prevalent gifts in my life. In my free time I’m usually gardening, trail running with my dog Vida and soon husband Mark, backpacking, at chorus practice, at a hippy festival somewhere, or at Boordy Vineyards. I’m very passionate about planting trees and trying to help our environment. This desire is reflected in my art. I try to use as much rescued and repurposed materials as possible.
My wife, Amanda, and I live in Boring, MD on a 30-acre farm with our three dogs Arlo, Tel, and Rabil. We both grew up in Baltimore and Carroll County and love the area. I have my master's in teaching, went to culinary school, had my real estate license and was a land surveyor before settling into my tie dye business. When I am not tie dyeing, you can find me listening to records, seeing live music (jam bands and blue grass), playing lacrosse, snowboarding, or hiking.
For more than three decades, I have dedicated my professional life to education, serving as a teacher in Baltimore County Public Schools and as a Lead Facilitator at the Hussman Center for Adults with Autism at Towson University. Throughout my career, I have been passionate about fostering growth, creativity, and connection within the communities I serve.
As a creator, I bring that same spirit to the art of traditional broom making. Working from my home in Parkton, Maryland, where I have lived for over 30 years, I create handcrafted brooms that blend utility, craftsmanship, and artistic expression. Using natural materials and time-honored techniques, each piece is thoughtfully constructed to honor the rich heritage of this enduring folk art tradition.
My work reflects an appreciation for the beauty of handmade objects and the stories they carry. Influenced by a lifelong commitment to teaching, learning, and preserving traditional skills, I seek to create pieces that evoke a sense of warmth, authenticity, and connection.
I am also the proud mother of two daughters, whose encouragement and support continue to inspire my creative journey.
Tara Gillespie is a mixed media abstract artist with a studio based in Timonium, MD. Her work is shown locally in the fine art festival circuit and she teaches fluid art and epoxy resin classes at Manor Mill. Upcoming events/classes are announced on her website www.dreamtopography.com and on her instagram @taragill_art.
Owner of Claire Jones Landscapes, LLC with garden designs featured in Chesapeake Home, Garden Design, Wall Street Journal. Plant geek leading garden-centric tours worldwide. Garden writer with award-winning blog "The Garden Diaries" and published book "The Beekeeper's Field Guide." Maintains apiary in meadow at Maryland home. Frequent presenter on garden topics nationally.
Watercolor Artist Kas Rohm enjoys creative realism in her watercolors, often with the use of waterproof ink to bring out the details. Living most of her life not far from the Manor Mill Gallery, Kas finds inspiration from the local community and environment, often infusing a splash of whimsy into her paintings and illustrations.
Kristi Kriss is the artist behind The Hare Charmed Moon, formerly K. L. Kriss Studios. She has been woodburning since 2016 and teaching workshops since 2023.
Over decade in agriculture/horticulture career spanning foothills of Appalachia to Alaska peony fields. Returned to Baltimore 2017, founded Spore and Seed farm in 2018. Committed to providing local community high-quality fresh cut flowers, dried flower products, mushrooms grown honoring nature.
Celia Cook has been bookbinding since 2022. While earning her MA in Creative Writing from Ball State University, she was awarded a research grant to develop her skills and knowledge in the book arts with Mikayla Galgerud. As she continues to explore the book arts, she hopes to share her craft with others. When not bookbinding, Celia is busy writing two books, buying too many cardigans, and baking banana bread out in Baltimore. You can find them on Instagram @belia.book!
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