Classes at
Art’s House

Fused Glass Enamel Mini Mushrooms

This class will teach you how to use glass enamels to create three fused glass disks for the top of a mushroom. Each piece is unique! You will make three mushrooms and can purchase additional ones for an additional cost during the class. Arrangements for pick up or shipping will be made after the piece is kiln-fired. Students may get paint on their clothes, so they should wear comfortable clothing. An N95 mask will be provided for mixing the glass enamel paints.

• Ages: all

• Cost: $45

• Class date: Tuesday, March 4, 2025

• Time: 6:00-8:00 pm

• Instructor: Elaine Schultz of This and That Glass

• Minimum class enrollment: 3

Artist bio: Elaine is the owner of This and That Glass and has been a glass artist for 20 years. You may have seen her selling her creations at local artist markets and stores. She has been teaching classes for over 5 years at various galleries and community education. She really enjoys seeing new students and seeing how they utilize the materials to create new designs.

Tiny Tapestry Teaser

Weave a charming tiny landscape during this two-part introductory workshop to the "slow art" of tapestry weaving. This is a great project for anyone who has a basic understanding of how to weave and wants some guided practice or wants some tips and tricks to bring their weaving skills to the next level. All materials are provided.

• Ages: 10 and up

• Cost: $65

• Class dates: Tuesday, March 11 and Thursday, March 13

• Time: 6:00-8:00 pm

• Instructor: Petra Guenthner-Johnson

• Class minimum: 4

Artist bio: Petra Guenthner Johnson is a fiber artist who loves, lives, and works near the Kinnickinnic River in River Falls, WI. She studied art at the University of Wisconsin-Superior from 1998-2001 and finished her Bachelor of Science in Visual Arts at North Dakota State University in 2003. She believes art has the transformative power to foster deeper understanding, connection, and beauty in herself, others, and the world around her. In 2007 Petra began sharing her passion for art with people of all ages. Petra leads workshops for youth and adults through River Falls Community Arts Base, and The Phipps.

Mosaic Birdhouse Workshop

Welcome feathered friends into your yard with a beautiful Stained Glass Mosaic Birdhouse. Participants will adorn a wooden bird house with beautiful, random cut glass, tiles, gems and mirrors. Several options will be available to customize your project. Mosaic techniques and tips will be provided, as well as all supplies and design ideas. You will love this fun and easy way to create your very own work of yard art. Once you learn this technique, the options are endless. Participants will be sent home with grouting material and instructions. (Supply colors may change due to availability). 

• Ages: 16 & up

• Cost: $48

• Class date: Tuesday, March 25, 2025

• Time: 6:00-8:00 pm

• Instructor: Renee Reinardy

• Class Minimum: 6

Artist bio: Renee has been providing art and craft classes to adults and children for the past 15 years. She enjoys passing on her experience with random projects through classes and activities in Minnesota and Wisconsin. She is always developing new crafting skills and is inspired by teaching others. The basic idea behind Renee’s classes is to remind people that anyone of any ability can be creative. Renee hopes her fellow crafters feel inspired by what they learn and keep creating after they leave class.

Find us:
Riverwalk Square
127 N Main St
River Falls, WI 54022