Look at some rocks and learn about how you can utilize them in your own creative practices.I hope to establish the Philadelphia Lapidary society, because I love cutting rocks, but I don’t know anybody else who does this, and I desperately need to share the joy that this art form brings me. At the initial meeting, I hope to talk with folks about what they feel the group should look like, lay some ground rules for equipment sharing and general courtesy, and do some hands-on instruction with folks about cutting and polishing minerals! My hope is that the org will

Evening Crafting... and Cocktails!Open Crafting for All!The Craft Coven and Upstairs at Abyssinia are teaming up to create a monthly making sash! The third Wednesday of every month we will take over the second floor back room at 229 South 50th Street to create a pop up maker studio, with a different planned project every month. Always donation based projects, we encourage you to come out whether you want to participate with the project or just bring out your own WIP to work on with the group.June Craft: Fabric Photo Embroidery with Cassie Jones of @DigThreadsJuly Craft: Poetry Writing with

Come, sit, write, talk and meet some new people!Krystle Griffin, who runs the Craft Coven’s monthly poetry workshops every second Wednesday of the month at Starr Garden, will be holding in person Office Hours at Cherry Street Pier. This will be a sort of sit and write where people can come and work on whatever they’re writing currently. Only this one won’t be silent. General discussion and workshopping pieces is highly encouraged. As well as Krystle will have guided prompt writing for anyone who would like. She is also open to help with editing, feedback, whatever you may need. All

Come out and use our crafty space to make some stuff. Use our tools or your own and come craft with other creatives.The Craft Coven is now offering Open Studio time at our Cherry Street Pier studio space. We have this space, so we want to see it getting used! Through workshop sales, donations and volunteer artists we are able to occupy a space on the second floor of The Cherry Street Pier in studio 14. We'd love to see you come out and use our space and/or supplies to get your creative juices flowing :-D Some sessions will be

Begin this new year with Ash and Krystle as they both guide you through letting go of what no longer serves you.Please join Ash Brightwell and Krystle Griffin on Sunday, January 14, 2024, from 1pm - 4pm, for a 3-hour Yoga Meditation and Writing Workshop. This guided experience will take place in The Rotunda. Staying in tune with the New Year beginnings and the energy it brings, this workshop will focus on releasing. Begin this new year with Ash and Krystle as they both guide you through letting go of what no longer serves you.The event will begin with a

Evening Crafting... and Cocktails!Open Crafting for All (Adults, that is)!The Craft Coven and Upstairs at Abyssinia are teaming up to create a monthly making sash! The third Wednesday of every month (except September) we will take over the second floor back room at 229 South 50th Street to create a pop up maker studio, with a different planned project every month. Always donation based projects, we encourage you to come out whether you want to participate with the project or just bring out your own WIP to work on with the group.September Craft: Resin Pins $10/person suggested donationOctober Craft: Witches

Using old books and specialty paper we'll sew our own handmade books!Join us for an evening up taking apart and putting back together! We will repurpose old books, cereal boxes, and cardboard combined with specialty dyed papers to create our own books. You can bring your own paper if you'd like to customize your book into a lined notebook, or if you have pieces that you want to incorperate into your book. Our finished books will act more as sketchbooks or artist books (unless you want to add the lines yourself?!)The logistics: This is a low cost workshop that will

Collage Artist and Craft Coven Lead Witch Jamie DeAngelis showing her work!Jamie DeAngelis presents Mixed Media Mayhem: a 2-day art show and sale at Studio 15 in Cherry Street Pier on January 20-21 from Noon-7pm.. Explore mixed media pieces created by Jamie while streaming as TheTealAppeal on Twitch.Tv and hosting open studio workshops at Cassie’s Craft Coven. Find original works, prints, stickers, and other exciting items at prices that fit your budget.Cassie Jones will host a workshop on Sunday, January 21 at Cassie’s Craft Coven in Studio 14 inspired by Jamie’s subject matter and techniques. Stay tuned on The Craft

Using old books and specialty paper we'll sew our own handmade books!Join us for an evening up taking apart and putting back together! We will repurpose old books, cereal boxes, and cardboard combined with specialty binding techniques. You can bring your own paper if you'd like to customize your book into a lined notebook, or if you have pieces that you want to incorperate into your book. Our finished books will act more as sketchbooks or artist books (unless you want to add the lines yourself?!)The logistics: Everyone signing up will have the opportunity to make their own book and

Come out and touch some clay.This is an open session clay making workshop. Each person will receive 1-2 pounds of clay per session and access to our basic tools and supplies. Pieces can be glazed with colo and will be once fired and ready for pickup in 3-4 weeks. We will have limited colors available and suggest that you purchase your own Stroke and Coat glaze if you'd like consistent color and control. You're welcome to bring any of your own tools.Unfinished clay pieces should go home with you. We will do our best to provide you with plastic and

Join us for an afternoon of up-cycling yarn, scraps, and nontraditional materials into a beautiful woven wall hanging!Do you have lots of yarn and fabric scraps lying around that you don’t want to toss but are not sure what to do with? Curious about weaving but not sure where to start? Join us for an afternoon of upcycling those scraps into a beautiful woven wall hanging! In this 3-hour workshop you will learn the basics of hand weaving and will get to create a unique wall hanging to take home. We will explore different options for loom weaving, and you

Come by Studio 14 this Friday and I'll be in the studio with my chainstitch machine ready to add some special additions to your wardrobe!In studio 14 Cassie's Craft Coven is also the home of Cassie's patch design center. Using an old school chainstitch machine designed in 1904 you can have one of these images stitched direct to any basic woven garment. The specifics:-Can only stitch on single layer woven fabrics and denim(For knits you may have the option to leave your garment with me to stitch later if interfacing is necessary)-We will have a handful of button downs available

Come out and touch some clay!This is an open session clay making workshop. Each person will receive 1-2 pounds of clay per session and access to our basic tools and supplies. Pieces can be glazed with color and will be once fired and ready for pickup in 3-4 weeks. We will have limited colors available and suggest that you purchase your own Stroke and Coat glaze if you'd like consistent color and control. You're welcome to bring any of your own tools.The instructor leading your session will have a basic project that you can build if you aren't working independantly.

Come, sit, write, talk and meet some new people!Krystle Griffin, who runs the Craft Coven’s monthly poetry workshops every second Wednesday of the month at Starr Garden, will be holding in person Office Hours at Cherry Street Pier. This will be a sort of sit and write where people can come and work on whatever they’re writing currently. Only this one won’t be silent. General discussion and workshopping pieces is highly encouraged. As well as Krystle will have guided prompt writing for anyone who would like. She is also open to help with editing, feedback, whatever you may need. All

Join Krystle for a two hour poetry workshop that will include reviews, styles, prompts and group activities!Please join Krystle Griffin at Starr Garden for a monthly two hour long poetry workshop. Open to all skill levels as it will include a variety of reviews, styles, prompts and group activity. The only thing you’re required to bring is yourself as materials will be provided. However, feel free to bring any materials you want from home if you wish. If you would like to submit one poem ahead of time, you can email: legrifexploits@gmail.com This will give your instructor an idea of

Make a pizza, print a tote, and get an inside look at the Craft Den: Home of the craft night.WOW 8 Years and counting! The Craft Coven started out as a way to meet new people and share creative skills. Now 8 years later it's still about the same things but with such a larger reach. And as much as I love the Coven events being all over the city, I know a lot of yous have missed out of the classic craft night, hosted in the Craft den cozy basement studio. So we're bringing it back!Join us at the

Learn the process of Printmaking while carving your own custom stamp!Open Crafting for All (Adults, that is!)The Craft Coven and Upstairs at Abyssinia are teaming up to create a monthly making sesh! The third Wednesday of every month we will take over the second floor back room at 229 South 45th Street to create a pop up maker studio, with a different planned project every month. Though we do ask for materials cost, we encourage you to come out whether you want to participate with the project or just bring out your own WIP to work on with the group.

Fiber specific tools and supplies for free or trade!This supply swap is geared towards fiber supplies and tools.This is an opportunity to empty out your studio of anything that no longer serves you, but may be useful to other makers and artists. Or maybe you're looking to load up on new fiber materials, this is great for that too! Everything is free to a good home. You are welcome to bring items that you would prefer to seletively trade, but please keep those items with you throughout the event. If you expect to take things home with you please bring

Come out and touch some clay!This is an open session clay making workshop. Each person will receive 1-2 pounds of clay per session and access to our basic tools and supplies. Pieces can be glazed with color and will be once fired and ready for pickup in 3-4 weeks. We will have limited colors available and suggest that you purchase your own Stroke and Coat glaze if you'd like consistent color and control. You're welcome to bring any of your own tools.The instructor leading your session will have a basic project that you can build if you aren't working independantly.

Crochet a thing, sculpt a thing, turn a thing into a button- ALL SHROOMY!* *This event is free and open to everyone. The PMC is funded entirely through donations. If you are able, please consider making a donation at checkout to give an amount of your choice**Hey folks! Join us at the Community Clubhouse at FDR Park for some crocheting and crafting with long-time PMC member, Cassie! We welcome artists and aspiring artists alike.We will be crocheting the mushroom pattern seen in the event banner above. The perfect gift for a fellow mycophile in your life or a gentle piece of decor for

Come, sit, write, talk and meet some new people!Krystle Griffin, who runs the Craft Coven’s monthly poetry workshops every second Wednesday of the month at Starr Garden, will be holding in person Office Hours at Cherry Street Pier. This will be a sort of sit and write where people can come and work on whatever they’re writing currently. Only this one won’t be silent. General discussion and workshopping pieces is highly encouraged. As well as Krystle will have guided prompt writing for anyone who would like. She is also open to help with editing, feedback, whatever you may need. All

Come out and use our crafty space to make some stuff. Use our tools or your own and come craft with other creatives.The Craft Coven is now offering Open Studio time at our Cherry Street Pier studio space. We have this space, so we want to see it getting used! Through workshop sales, donations and volunteer artists we are able to occupy a space on the second floor of The Cherry Street Pier in studio 14. We'd love to see you come out and use our space and/or supplies to get your creative juices flowing :-D Some sessions will be

Use photos printed on fabric with scraps and beads to make a stitched collage.Open Crafting for All (Adults, that is!)The Craft Coven and Upstairs at Abyssinia are teaming up to create a monthly making sesh! The third Wednesday of every month we will take over the second floor back room at 229 South 45th Street to create a pop up maker studio, with a different planned project every month. Though we do ask for materials cost, we encourage you to come out whether you want to participate with the project or just bring out your own WIP to work on

Come out and use our crafty space to make some stuff. Use our tools or your own and come craft with other creatives.The Craft Coven is now offering Open Studio time at our Cherry Street Pier studio space. We have this space, so we want to see it getting used! Through workshop sales, donations and volunteer artists we are able to occupy a space on the second floor of The Cherry Street Pier in studio 14. We'd love to see you come out and use our space and/or supplies to get your creative juices flowing :-D Some sessions will be

Come out and touch some clay!This is an open session clay making workshop. Each person will receive 1-2 pounds of clay per session and access to our basic tools and supplies. Pieces can be glazed with color and will be once fired and ready for pickup in 3-4 weeks. We will have limited colors available and suggest that you purchase your own Stroke and Coat glaze if you'd like consistent color and control. You're welcome to bring any of your own tools.The instructor leading your session will have a basic project that you can build if you aren't working independantly.

The members at Black Hound Clay have been hard at work and want to share what they've been busy making. Come out to look, support, and buy!Spring has sprung in the city and we're celebrating with an upcoming Spring Market for Black Hound Clay West members. This event is fully organized by members and we can't wait to show you what we've all been hard at work making!Look forward to work from:Cassie JonesCorinna CowlesFrankie IadarolaLauren DelkMarria NakhodaMeghann altomareAndrew LeeJosh LandowRoosterBridget KollerSarah GordonClaire EngelhardtRebecca Del RossiCaroline CharukNari kimBecky haviviSarah KelloggBetsy WeissJocelyn PettitSeraweat ArefaineMargot FieldSarah JamesLaura MecklenburgerLaura Blumenthal BeardMarket will take place

Come out and use our crafty space to make some stuff. Use our tools or your own and come craft with other creatives.The Craft Coven is now offering Open Studio time at our Cherry Street Pier studio space. We have this space, so we want to see it getting used! Through workshop sales, donations and volunteer artists we are able to occupy a space on the second floor of The Cherry Street Pier in studio 14. We'd love to see you come out and use our space and/or supplies to get your creative juices flowing :-D Some sessions will be

Come out and touch some clay!This is an open session clay making workshop. Each person will receive 1-2 pounds of clay per session and access to our basic tools and supplies. Pieces can be glazed with color and will be once fired and ready for pickup in 3-4 weeks. We will have limited colors available and suggest that you purchase your own Stroke and Coat glaze if you'd like consistent color and control. You're welcome to bring any of your own tools.The instructor leading your session will have a basic project that you can build if you aren't working independantly.

Free to drop off items and Free to Collect items!Art supply swap at Fleisher on Saturday, June 1st with the help of Craft Coven. We will have canvases, frames, photography equipment, easels, so much random stuff pulled from basements! Feel free to bring any supplies you'd like to hand off, trade, or donate. Anything left unattended at this evene will be assumed as a donation, so please keep any non donation supplies with you at all times. For any questions email cdeutsch@fleisher.org

Using nothing but reeds, cane and wood handles we will construct our own baskets. We'll even have the opportunity to use dyed materials!With instructor Cassie Jones we will be construction baskets using nothing but lengths of dry reeds and wooden handles. You may even get the opportunity to use hand dyed reeds to incorperate into your personal basket. Meet up at Cassie's studio 14 on the second floor of Cherry Street Studio and we will pick out our materials and discuss the process of weaving three dimensionally. Depending on the weather we will take our basket materials and buckets of

Come out and use our crafty space to make some stuff. Use our tools or your own and come craft with other creatives.The Craft Coven is now offering Open Studio time at our Cherry Street Pier studio space. We have this space, so we want to see it getting used! Through workshop sales, donations and volunteer artists we are able to occupy a space on the second floor of The Cherry Street Pier in studio 14. We'd love to see you come out and use our space and/or supplies to get your creative juices flowing :-D Some sessions will be

Using soil and natural materials we will make our own watercolor paints!I was shocked when I learned that acrylic and oil paints are made out of plastics. I knew there had to be a way to create paints that were conducive to my health and belief systems. I mean, people did it before there were plastics, right? So ten years ago, I embarked on a journey to learn everything I could about pigments and dyes. And, I want to share it with you.Join me for the Make Your Own Watercolors workshop, where we will learn how to make every color

Design a shape, word, or line drawing and we'll knit a tube to colorfully wrap it into a wall hanging.This is an ultra crafty project run by your's truly craft coven CEO Cassie Jones. We'll each design a drawing, shape, or word to wrap out of thick metal wire. Using a small knitting machine we'll make knit wrappings to cover our pieces, protecting the metal and instantly adding kitche. Hang it on your wall, give it to your dad, it's gon' be real cute! About the Location:The Craft Coven and Upstairs at Abyssinia are teaming up to create a monthly

This is how crafty people do a yard saleCome out to shop, support and keep valuable items out of landfills! The Craft Coven is hosting it's very first Crafty Yard Sale. We will have tables filled to the brim with fabrics, yarns, stamps, tools and books etc. priced to sell and ready for your next big project. All coven sales will go towards offering low cost events available to the public. Our goal of this event is to raise enough funds to purchase the aprons and easels we need to start offering painting classes at the pier. If we raise

Using nothing but reeds, cane and wood handles we will construct our own baskets.With instructor Cassie Jones we will be construction baskets using nothing but lengths of dry reeds and wooden handles. Meet up at Cassie's studio 14 on the second floor of Cherry Street Studio and we will pick out our materials and discuss the process of weaving three dimensionally. Depending on the weather we can take our basket materials and buckets of water to assemble our projects outside in the garden area, or across the way at Race Street Pier.The Location: This event is held at The Craft

Bring a craft and meet some new people!Come hang out in the shade with your fellow crafters! Bring whatever you're working on these days, whether it's knitting, sewing, crochet, jewelry, drawing, sketching, or some fun new craft we've never heard of. Message me if you're interested in learning any particular craft! I can bring some supplies. I'll also have some yarn and hooks for anyone who wants to learn to crochet. In case of rain, we'll meet indoors either on the first floor open space or on the second floor in studio 14. About your Host:Rosie is on a mission

This is open studio time to explore the craft of collage. You will have access to the Coven’s collage supplies or bring your own project!::This should be a description of what people can expect for the event, and a blurb about you as the host:::Here are the supplies we have at the Coven:Glue sticksMod Podge*BladesScissorsCutting MatsClippings & MagazinesMixed media paper & other background bases*you will need to supply cups and brushes for Mod PodgeAbout your Host: Jamie DeAngelis is an official SoulCollage® Facilitator and Philadelphia-based mixed-media artist who creates vibrant works with second-hand materials. She received a Bachelor of Studio

Open Studio Collaging!Here are the supplies we have at the Coven:Glue sticksMod Podge*BladesScissorsCutting MatsClippings & MagazinesMixed media paper & other background bases*you will need to supply cups and brushes for Mod PodgeAbout your Host:Jamie DeAngelis is an official SoulCollage® Facilitator and Philadelphia-based mixed-media artist who creates vibrant works with second-hand materials. She received a Bachelor of Studio Art from Rosemont College (2008), where she unlocked her love of iconography, papermaking, bookmaking, and the pop art vibes of printmaking. Since receiving a Master of Science in Arts Administration at Drexel University, she has been inspired by Philly’s arts & culture scene

Come out and touch some clay!This will be an ongoing event every other week. Future Sessions after August 28th can be found HEREThis is an open session clay making workshop. Each person will receive 1-2 pounds of clay per session and access to our basic tools and supplies. Pieces can be glazed with color and will be once fired and ready for pickup in 3-4 weeks. We will have limited colors available and suggest that you purchase your own Stroke and Coat glaze if you'd like consistent color and control. You're welcome to bring any of your own tools.The instructor

Come out for a day of camp craft fun for the whole family!Sponsored by Cherry Street Pier, and hosted by Cassie of The Craft Coven, we will be offering a chance to dye your very own cotton t shirt! We will have shirts while supplies last so show up early if you know you want something to dye. Or come prepared with your own white cotton shirt and we'll provide everything else! Dyes can get a little messy so I suggest wearing clothes that you don't mind if they get some stray color.We will have some gloves available but may

Open Studio Collaging!Here are the supplies we have at the Coven:Glue sticksMod Podge*BladesScissorsCutting MatsClippings & MagazinesMixed media paper & other background bases*you will need to supply cups and brushes for Mod PodgeAbout your Host:Jamie DeAngelis is an official SoulCollage® Facilitator and Philadelphia-based mixed-media artist who creates vibrant works with second-hand materials. She received a Bachelor of Studio Art from Rosemont College (2008), where she unlocked her love of iconography, papermaking, bookmaking, and the pop art vibes of printmaking. Since receiving a Master of Science in Arts Administration at Drexel University, she has been inspired by Philly’s arts & culture scene

Join Cassie Jones, architects from OLIN, and ecologists from Symbiotic Ecological for a BioBlitz and crafts along the Delaware River!Please join Cassie Jones, the Delaware River Waterfront Corporation, landscape architects from OLIN, and ecologists from Symbiotic Ecological for a BioBlitz and nature craft along the Delaware River on October 12th!To kick off the next phase of design of an ecologically-focused “Wetland Park” from Pier 70 to Pier 64, the team is looking to crowd-source the identification of as many aquatic and terrestrial plant and animal species as possible within the project area. That's what a BioBlitz is all about! Where:

The Craft Cove and STITCH AND DESTROY are showcasing artists working with reclaimed/reused/refuse materials for a curated show of work.STITCH AND DESTROY & The Craft Coven present: Garbage PatchThis curated show of work highlights local artists working with reclaimed and recyled materials. Come out to show your support of these innovative artists, while also highlighting the necessity to combat issues that contribute to global waste.Thanks to our sponsors at Otto Distilling located in South Philadelphia, and Jackie Nevin our resident cocktail specialist, we will have a complimentary rum mixed drink available. Arrive early to be sure you get one of

Open Studio Collaging!Here are the supplies we have at the Coven:Glue sticksMod Podge*BladesScissorsCutting MatsClippings & MagazinesMixed media paper & other background bases*you will need to supply cups and brushes for Mod PodgeAbout your Host:Jamie DeAngelis is an official SoulCollage® Facilitator and Philadelphia-based mixed-media artist who creates vibrant works with second-hand materials. She received a Bachelor of Studio Art from Rosemont College (2008), where she unlocked her love of iconography, papermaking, bookmaking, and the pop art vibes of printmaking. Since receiving a Master of Science in Arts Administration at Drexel University, she has been inspired by Philly’s arts & culture scene

Join Krystle for a two hour poetry workshop that will include reviews, styles, prompts and group activities!Please join Krystle Griffin at Philly Typewriter for her monthly two hour long poetry workshop. Open to all skill levels as it will include a variety of reviews, styles, prompts and group activity. The only thing required to bring is yourself as materials will be provided. However, feel free to bring any personal materials you want from home. The goal of this workshop is to both help understand poetry a little more and to have you leave inspired. Krystle would love for everyone to

Open Studio Collaging!Here are the supplies we have at the Coven:Glue sticksMod Podge*BladesScissorsCutting MatsClippings & MagazinesMixed media paper & other background bases*you will need to supply cups and brushes for Mod PodgeAbout your Host:Jamie DeAngelis is an official SoulCollage® Facilitator and Philadelphia-based mixed-media artist who creates vibrant works with second-hand materials. She received a Bachelor of Studio Art from Rosemont College (2008), where she unlocked her love of iconography, papermaking, bookmaking, and the pop art vibes of printmaking. Since receiving a Master of Science in Arts Administration at Drexel University, she has been inspired by Philly’s arts & culture scene

Join us in our new space!The Craft Coven has moved into a new space and we want to share it with you! Join us this Sunday from 1-5pm in our new underground studio on 3rd Street in Olde City. The Coven is donating 2 cases of beer for anyone hanging out to craft with us. BYO is always welcome but please be prepared to share!We will have Coven stored craft supplies out as a rummage sale. Most items are under $5 and I'm looking to HAGGLE!There will be a raffle of donated artwork with tickets for $5 The raffle winner

Join Krystle for a two hour poetry workshop that will include reviews, styles, prompts and group activities!Please join Krystle Griffin at Philly Typewriter for her monthly two hour long poetry workshop. Open to all skill levels as it will include a variety of reviews, styles, prompts and group activity. The only thing required to bring is yourself as materials will be provided. However, feel free to bring any personal materials you want from home. The goal of this workshop is to both help understand poetry a little more and to have you leave inspired. Krystle would love for everyone to

The Craft Coven has a new location :-D And we'd like to celebrate with the community that has supported us for 9 years and countingCome join us in celebrating our brand new Olde City location as well as our 9 year anniversary!We will have:Gallery Retrospective: a selective showing of work made by Craft Coven CEO (Craft Experience Organizer) Cassie Jones over the years of her creative career. Work will span from her time as an AP Art student at Pennridge High School, to her time at The Savannah College of Art and Design double majoring in Accessory Design and Fiber

A retrospective show of selected works over the creative career of artist and community organizer Cassie Jones.For the inaugural exhibition at our new Old City location we thought it best to start with an introduction; Meet Cassie! Craft Coven CEO (Craft Experience Organizer), founder, educator, and artist.Cassie Jones 'An Introduction' : exploring the multidisciplinary evolution of Jones's craft practice throughout her career.The works included in this exhibition span a 20 year period of Jones’ work, from her high school years as an AP art student, through her time at The Savannah College of Art and Design, then onto the many

A textile reuse, mending, and upcycling gathering. Drop-in every other week!BYO mending projects. I’ll be on hand to help, whether it’s darning, patching, or something else. Some basic supplies (needles, embroidery thread, pins, scissors, sewing machine, iron, interfacing, basic thread) will be provided.Feel free to BYO handcraft, specific color thread, etc.This gathering is about repairing our clothes and extending the life of our textile belongings, together. Come fix that hole in your sock, sew on that button, hem that pair of pants.Show up, hang out, and fix your things.While this isn’t a formal workshop or class, support is available for

Open Studio Collaging!Here are the supplies we have at the Coven:Glue sticksMod Podge*BladesScissorsCutting MatsClippings & MagazinesMixed media paper & other background bases*you will need to supply cups and brushes for Mod PodgeAbout your Host:Jamie DeAngelis is an official SoulCollage® Facilitator and Philadelphia-based mixed-media artist who creates vibrant works with second-hand materials. She received a Bachelor of Studio Art from Rosemont College (2008), where she unlocked her love of iconography, papermaking, bookmaking, and the pop art vibes of printmaking. Since receiving a Master of Science in Arts Administration at Drexel University, she has been inspired by Philly’s arts & culture scene

Learn the process of stained glass while making a Ouiji board planchette to hang in your home!With this workshop you will have a chance to learn about all the steps of building a stained glass piece. This class will involve cutting much of your own glass, copper foiling and soldering, assembling a cane border, and attaching a hanging crystal ball! You can choose your colors from a combo of pre cut colored glass, and will cut some pieces yourself. We will add metal wire hangers.You’ll be completing most steps of this project on your own. If you have any experience

A textile reuse, mending, and upcycling gathering. Drop-in every other week!BYO mending projects. I’ll be on hand to help, whether it’s darning, patching, or something else. Some basic supplies (needles, embroidery thread, pins, scissors, sewing machine, iron, interfacing, basic thread) will be provided.Feel free to BYO handcraft, specific color thread, etc.This gathering is about repairing our clothes and extending the life of our textile belongings, together. Come fix that hole in your sock, sew on that button, hem that pair of pants.Show up, hang out, and fix your things.While this isn’t a formal workshop or class, support is available for

A retrospective show of selected works over the creative career of artist and community organizer Cassie Jones.For the inaugural exhibition at our new Old City location we thought it best to start with an introduction; Meet Cassie! Craft Coven CEO (Craft Experience Organizer), founder, educator, and artist.Cassie Jones 'An Introduction' : exploring the multidisciplinary evolution of Jones's craft practice throughout her career.The works included in this exhibition span a 20 year period of Jones’ work, from her high school years as an AP art student, through her time at The Savannah College of Art and Design, then onto the many

A textile reuse, mending, and upcycling gathering. Drop-in every other week!BYO mending projects. I’ll be on hand to help, whether it’s darning, patching, or something else. Some basic supplies (needles, embroidery thread, pins, scissors, sewing machine, iron, interfacing, basic thread) will be provided.Feel free to BYO handcraft, specific color thread, etc.This gathering is about repairing our clothes and extending the life of our textile belongings, together. Come fix that hole in your sock, sew on that button, hem that pair of pants.Show up, hang out, and fix your things.While this isn’t a formal workshop or class, support is available for

Open Studio Collaging!Here are the supplies we have at the Coven:Glue sticksMod Podge*BladesScissorsCutting MatsClippings & MagazinesMixed media paper & other background bases*you will need to supply cups and brushes for Mod PodgeAbout your Host:Jamie DeAngelis is an official SoulCollage® Facilitator and Philadelphia-based mixed-media artist who creates vibrant works with second-hand materials. She received a Bachelor of Studio Art from Rosemont College (2008), where she unlocked her love of iconography, papermaking, bookmaking, and the pop art vibes of printmaking. Since receiving a Master of Science in Arts Administration at Drexel University, she has been inspired by Philly’s arts & culture scene

A textile reuse, mending, and upcycling gathering. Drop-in every other week!BYO mending projects. I’ll be on hand to help, whether it’s darning, patching, or something else. Some basic supplies (needles, embroidery thread, pins, scissors, sewing machine, iron, interfacing, basic thread) will be provided.Feel free to BYO handcraft, specific color thread, etc.This gathering is about repairing our clothes and extending the life of our textile belongings, together. Come fix that hole in your sock, sew on that button, hem that pair of pants.Show up, hang out, and fix your things.While this isn’t a formal workshop or class, support is available for

Show of art celebrating the many themes of Spring, with a concentration on all things EGGThe Craft Coven is hosting our second annual EGGY art show in the Cherry Street Pier first floor gallery until April 30th 2025. Opening reception will take place on April 4th for First Friday.What is EGGY?The theme eggy can be interpreted in many ways. This show is meant to be a celebration of all that Spring holds for our community. There are images that we connect with this time of year: eggs, rabbits, flowers, raindrops, color palette of pastels, greens and pinks just for example.

A textile reuse, mending, and upcycling gathering. Drop-in every other week!BYO mending projects. I’ll be on hand to help, whether it’s darning, patching, or something else. Some basic supplies (needles, embroidery thread, pins, scissors, sewing machine, iron, interfacing, basic thread) will be provided.Feel free to BYO handcraft, specific color thread, etc.This gathering is about repairing our clothes and extending the life of our textile belongings, together. Come fix that hole in your sock, sew on that button, hem that pair of pants.Show up, hang out, and fix your things.While this isn’t a formal workshop or class, support is available for

Open Studio Collaging!Here are the supplies we have at the Coven:Glue sticksMod Podge*BladesScissorsCutting MatsClippings & MagazinesMixed media paper & other background bases*you will need to supply cups and brushes for Mod PodgeAbout your Host:Jamie DeAngelis is an official SoulCollage® Facilitator and Philadelphia-based mixed-media artist who creates vibrant works with second-hand materials. She received a Bachelor of Studio Art from Rosemont College (2008), where she unlocked her love of iconography, papermaking, bookmaking, and the pop art vibes of printmaking. Since receiving a Master of Science in Arts Administration at Drexel University, she has been inspired by Philly’s arts & culture scene

A textile reuse, mending, and upcycling gathering. Drop-in every other week!BYO mending projects. I’ll be on hand to help, whether it’s darning, patching, or something else. Some basic supplies (needles, embroidery thread, pins, scissors, sewing machine, iron, interfacing, basic thread) will be provided.Feel free to BYO handcraft, specific color thread, etc.This gathering is about repairing our clothes and extending the life of our textile belongings, together. Come fix that hole in your sock, sew on that button, hem that pair of pants.Show up, hang out, and fix your things.While this isn’t a formal workshop or class, support is available for

Open Studio Collaging!Here are the supplies we have at the Coven:Glue sticksMod Podge*BladesScissorsCutting MatsClippings & MagazinesMixed media paper & other background bases*you will need to supply cups and brushes for Mod PodgeAbout your Host:Jamie DeAngelis is an official SoulCollage® Facilitator and Philadelphia-based mixed-media artist who creates vibrant works with second-hand materials. She received a Bachelor of Studio Art from Rosemont College (2008), where she unlocked her love of iconography, papermaking, bookmaking, and the pop art vibes of printmaking. Since receiving a Master of Science in Arts Administration at Drexel University, she has been inspired by Philly’s arts & culture scene

A textile reuse, mending, and upcycling gathering. Drop-in every other week!BYO mending projects. I’ll be on hand to help, whether it’s darning, patching, or something else. Some basic supplies (needles, embroidery thread, pins, scissors, sewing machine, iron, interfacing, basic thread) will be provided.Feel free to BYO handcraft, specific color thread, etc.This gathering is about repairing our clothes and extending the life of our textile belongings, together. Come fix that hole in your sock, sew on that button, hem that pair of pants.Show up, hang out, and fix your things.While this isn’t a formal workshop or class, support is available for

Join Krystle for a two hour poetry workshop that will include reviews, styles, prompts and group activities!Please join Krystle Griffin at Philly Typewriter for her monthly two hour long poetry workshop. Open to all skill levels as it will include a variety of reviews, styles, prompts and group activity. The only thing required to bring is yourself as materials will be provided. However, feel free to bring any personal materials you want from home. The goal of this workshop is to both help understand poetry a little more and to have you leave inspired. Krystle would love for everyone to

Open Studio Collaging!Here are the supplies we have at the Coven:Glue sticksMod Podge*BladesScissorsCutting MatsClippings & MagazinesMixed media paper & other background bases*you will need to supply cups and brushes for Mod PodgeAbout your Host:Jamie DeAngelis is an official SoulCollage® Facilitator and Philadelphia-based mixed-media artist who creates vibrant works with second-hand materials. She received a Bachelor of Studio Art from Rosemont College (2008), where she unlocked her love of iconography, papermaking, bookmaking, and the pop art vibes of printmaking. Since receiving a Master of Science in Arts Administration at Drexel University, she has been inspired by Philly’s arts & culture scene

Come pickup your fired work; Show and Tell PotluckWe're having a POTTERY PICKUP POTLUCK PARTY! COME PICKUP YOUR FIRED WORK!All items made this year will be fired and ready for pickup on June 25th. June 11th open studio clay session(tickets available) made items will be fired and ready for pickup. Bring back any pieces you're especially proud of and we'll all show and tell our pottery work. I'll have some snacks for everyone and I encourage you to bring something to nosh to make it a real snack potluck. It will be nice to have a group party for us

Join us to celebrate the artwork of Coven founder Cassie Jones with a pickle bar, Martini Spritz' and on the spot pickle drawings!This upcoming July first Friday join us at The Craft Coven UNDERGROUND studio in Olde City to view a collection of coven founder Cassie Jones' Pickle People! There will be pickple paintings on display to view Cassie will be offering custom pickle paintings on the spot for $20 ppWe'll have Martini Spritz' and other complimentary bevys Stay after the show and walk with us to Cherry Street Pier to watch the fireworks show. About the Location: The coven

Learn the basics of working with Stained Glass while putting together a free formed hanging work of glass art.Learn the basics of working with Stained Glass while putting together a free formed hanging work of glass art. Working with glass artist Pamela Jones you will build a composition using many colors and textures of glass. Attendees will have the option to cut glass into simple shapes to create your You will gold foil each piece and solder About the Location: The coven studio is located in the heart of Olde City in a below ground storefront. There are 10 steps

Join coven organizer Cassie Jones in an open studio session of discussion and crafty play. Different mediums each day, & enjoy a free beer!Come by the coven studio at 10 North Third Street and join in on whatever craft I've got planned for the group. Throwback style to hosting events in my basement for years, I get to choose the craft, and you just show up!This series will serve as a creative exploration project both for me, and for anyone that chooses to come to multiple sessions. People often ask me how I've built up a collection of so many

Join coven organizer Cassie Jones in an open studio session of discussion and crafty play. Different mediums each day, & enjoy a free beer!Come by the coven studio at 10 North Third Street and join in on whatever craft I've got planned for the group. Throwback style to hosting events in my basement for years, I get to choose the craft, and you just show up!This series will serve as a creative exploration project both for me, and for anyone that chooses to come to multiple sessions. People often ask me how I've built up a collection of so many

Join coven organizer Cassie Jones in an open studio session of discussion and crafty play. Different mediums each day, & enjoy a free beer!Come by the coven studio at 10 North Third Street and join in on whatever craft I've got planned for the group. Throwback style to hosting events in my basement for years, I get to choose the craft, and you just show up!This series will serve as a creative exploration project both for me, and for anyone that chooses to come to multiple sessions. People often ask me how I've built up a collection of so many

Join coven organizer Cassie Jones in an open studio session of discussion and crafty play. Different mediums each day, & enjoy a free beer!Come by the coven studio at 10 North Third Street and join in on whatever craft I've got planned for the group. Throwback style to hosting events in my basement for years, I get to choose the craft, and you just show up!This series will serve as a creative exploration project both for me, and for anyone that chooses to come to multiple sessions. People often ask me how I've built up a collection of so many

Open Studio Collaging!Here are the supplies we have at the Coven:Glue sticksMod Podge*BladesScissorsCutting MatsClippings & MagazinesMixed media paper & other background bases*you will need to supply cups and brushes for Mod PodgeAbout your Host:Jamie DeAngelis is an official SoulCollage® Facilitator and Philadelphia-based mixed-media artist who creates vibrant works with second-hand materials. She received a Bachelor of Studio Art from Rosemont College (2008), where she unlocked her love of iconography, papermaking, bookmaking, and the pop art vibes of printmaking. Since receiving a Master of Science in Arts Administration at Drexel University, she has been inspired by Philly’s arts & culture scene

Join coven organizer Cassie Jones in an open studio session of discussion and crafty play. Different mediums each day, & enjoy a free beer!Come by the coven studio at 10 North Third Street and join in on whatever craft I've got planned for the group. Throwback style to hosting events in my basement for years, I get to choose the craft, and you just show up!This series will serve as a creative exploration project both for me, and for anyone that chooses to come to multiple sessions. People often ask me how I've built up a collection of so many

Learn the basics of working with Stained Glass cane work while putting together a hanging work of glass art.Learn the basics of working with Stained Glass while putting together a free formed hanging work of glass art. Working with glass artist Pamela Jones you will build a hanging glass piece using pre cut glass shapes, crystals, and beads.About the Location: The coven studio is located in the heart of Old City in a below ground storefront. There are 10 steps down to get into the space, and our ceilings are not very high. Anyone over 6'4" will have watch their

Join Krystle for a two hour poetry workshop that will include reviews, styles, prompts and group activities!Please join Krystle Griffin at Philly Typewriter for her monthly two hour long poetry workshop. Open to all skill levels as it will include a variety of reviews, styles, prompts and group activity. The only thing required to bring is yourself as materials will be provided. However, feel free to bring any personal materials you want from home. The goal of this workshop is to both help understand poetry a little more and to have you leave inspired. Krystle would love for everyone to

Open Studio Collaging!Here are the supplies we have at the Coven:Glue sticksMod Podge*BladesScissorsCutting MatsClippings & MagazinesMixed media paper & other background bases*you will need to supply cups and brushes for Mod PodgeAbout your Host:Jamie DeAngelis is an official SoulCollage® Facilitator and Philadelphia-based mixed-media artist who creates vibrant works with second-hand materials. She received a Bachelor of Studio Art from Rosemont College (2008), where she unlocked her love of iconography, papermaking, bookmaking, and the pop art vibes of printmaking. Since receiving a Master of Science in Arts Administration at Drexel University, she has been inspired by Philly’s arts & culture scene

Come out and touch some clay!This is an open session clay making workshop. Each person will receive 1-2 pounds of clay per session and access to our basic tools and supplies. Pieces can be glazed with color and will be once fired and ready for pickup in 3-4 weeks. We will have limited colors available and suggest that you purchase your own Stroke and Coat glaze if you'd like consistent color and control. You're welcome to bring any of your own tools.The instructor leading your session will have a basic project that you can build if you aren't working independantly.

Assemble your very own Glass Spider Web sun catcher while learning the basics of how to make Stained GlassWith this workshop you will have a chance to learn about the basics of building stained glass by putting together a 12 piece spider web design. This class will focus on copper foiling and soldering with no glass cutting. You can choose your web color from a combo of clear, black, and white glass. We will be wrapping the piece in lead (not toxic to work with) and adding a hanger or metal stick.This workshop is simple enough for beginners but it

Open Studio Collaging!Here are the supplies we have at the Coven:Glue sticksMod Podge*BladesScissorsCutting MatsClippings & MagazinesMixed media paper & other background bases*you will need to supply cups and brushes for Mod PodgeAbout your Host:Jamie DeAngelis is an official SoulCollage® Facilitator and Philadelphia-based mixed-media artist who creates vibrant works with second-hand materials. She received a Bachelor of Studio Art from Rosemont College (2008), where she unlocked her love of iconography, papermaking, bookmaking, and the pop art vibes of printmaking. Since receiving a Master of Science in Arts Administration at Drexel University, she has been inspired by Philly’s arts & culture scene

Join Cassie of The Craft Coven for a day of workshops, craft shopping, demonstrations and entertainment at Fleisher Art MemorialThe Craft Coven Convention is Philadelphia’s first all day educational makerspace for crafters and newbies alike. Taking place at Fleisher Art Memorial: a 127 year old non profit community arts school, this event is run by Cassie Jones of The Craft Coven. Come for the craft market, and stick around to try your hand at a new skill. We'll have drinks and cocktails by Jackie Nevin, Sandoz food truck parked on site, and baked treats by Emily Wilson available while supplies

Open Studio Collaging!Here are the supplies we have at the Coven:Glue sticksMod Podge*BladesScissorsCutting MatsClippings & MagazinesMixed media paper & other background bases*you will need to supply cups and brushes for Mod PodgeAbout your Host:Jamie DeAngelis is an official SoulCollage® Facilitator and Philadelphia-based mixed-media artist who creates vibrant works with second-hand materials. She received a Bachelor of Studio Art from Rosemont College (2008), where she unlocked her love of iconography, papermaking, bookmaking, and the pop art vibes of printmaking. Since receiving a Master of Science in Arts Administration at Drexel University, she has been inspired by Philly’s arts & culture scene

Assemble a glass and soldered 3 dimensional Moravian star!With this workshop you will have a chance to learn about the basics of building stained glass by putting together a Moravian Star. This class will focus on copper foiling and soldering with no glass cutting. When you arrive you will choose your star color from a combo of winter colors. You will use specialized tools to solder in 3 dimensions.This workshop is simple enough for beginners, and a good intro for anyone without glass experience. The session will involve educating you on all the steps, using the tools, and assembling your

Come out and touch some clay!This is an open session clay making workshop. Each person will receive 1-2 pounds of clay per session and access to our basic tools and supplies. Pieces can be glazed with color and will be once fired and ready for pickup in 3-4 weeks. We will have limited colors available and suggest that you purchase your own Stroke and Coat glaze if you'd like consistent color and control. You're welcome to bring any of your own tools.The instructor leading your session will have a basic project that you can build if you aren't working independantly.

Meet up with the craft coven at a farm just outside of Philadelphia. We'll cut down the eucalyptus and keep some to build a shower wreath.Strawflower Farm is a small, four-acre farm nestled in Thornbury, Pennsylvania run by Linda Silver Robin Clark. Linda grows a wide variety of flowers for visitors to cut their own bouquets, and in July we also offer pick-your-own blueberries.From Linda:While you’re here, you’re welcome to meet my sweet alpacas, angora goats, and our big, lovable pet turkey, Jack.I’ve also grown large eucalyptus trees in my greenhouse, and I’m excited to have help with trimming branches

Join us at The Craft Coven's Old City studio to learn the process of burning a drawing into wood.Bring a photo of your pet, favorite animal, or really anything you'd like to wood burn into a wooden ornament. With artists on hand to help transfer your drawing and teach you some tips and tricks with a wood burner, this beginner friendly workshop is a great way to make a one of a kind handmade gift for yourself or someone you hopefully like just as much :-)With 2 hours of working time some guests will have just enough time to burn

Come out and touch some clay!This is an open session clay making workshop. Each person will receive 1-2 pounds of clay per session and access to our basic tools and supplies. Pieces can be glazed with color and will be once fired and ready for pickup in 3-4 weeks. We will have limited colors available and suggest that you purchase your own Stroke and Coat glaze if you'd like consistent color and control. You're welcome to bring any of your own tools.The instructor leading your session will have a basic project that you can build if you aren't working independantly.

Use old books and paper to create a one of a kind holiday wreath for the book lover in your life!Upcycle old books by turning the pages into an interesting piece of decor, easily customized to any interest or season! Your finished wreath is a thoughtful, handmade gift for anyone who loves reading. Hang it from a door, above a mantle, or on any wall. Teacher Ingrid Spangler will guide you in deconstructing discarded books to assemble a wreath on sturdy cardboard rings. Wreath bases and book pages will be provided, but feel free to bring a thrifted/found book that

Assemble a glass and solder a 3 dimensional Moravian star!With this workshop you will have a chance to learn about the basics of building stained glass by putting together a Moravian Star. This class will focus on copper foiling and soldering with no glass cutting. When you arrive you will choose your star color from a combo of winter colors. You will use specialized tools to solder in 3 dimensions.This workshop is simple enough for beginners, and a good intro for anyone without glass experience. The session will involve educating you on all the steps, using the tools, and assembling

Join Krystle for a two hour poetry workshop that will include reviews, styles, prompts and group activities!Please join Krystle Griffin at Philly Typewriter for her monthly two hour long poetry workshop. Open to all skill levels as it will include a variety of reviews, styles, prompts and group activity. The only thing required to bring is yourself as materials will be provided. However, feel free to bring any personal materials you want from home. The goal of this workshop is to both help understand poetry a little more and to have you leave inspired. Krystle would love for everyone to

Open Studio Collaging!Here are the supplies we have at the Coven:Glue sticksMod Podge*BladesScissorsCutting MatsClippings & MagazinesMixed media paper & other background bases*you will need to supply cups and brushes for Mod PodgeAbout your Host:Jamie DeAngelis is an official SoulCollage® Facilitator and Philadelphia-based mixed-media artist who creates vibrant works with second-hand materials. She received a Bachelor of Studio Art from Rosemont College (2008), where she unlocked her love of iconography, papermaking, bookmaking, and the pop art vibes of printmaking. Since receiving a Master of Science in Arts Administration at Drexel University, she has been inspired by Philly’s arts & culture scene