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Share Your Skills
Do you love your hobby and want to share it with others? The Nome Schoolhouse is welcoming talented individuals to join our community of instructors. Bring your passion to our historic halls and help us create something new and wonderful together.
Share your skill with our community. Connect with us to get started! Contact Lacey@nomeschoolhouse.com
Boho Ghost Wall Hanging Craft Class
Create your own beautiful Boho Turkey wall hanging! It's the perfect addition to your Thanksgiving or holiday decor.
All supplies and instructions included:
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8" embroidery hoop
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Variety of cream fabric, lace and ribbon
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Macrame cord & Jute twine
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Faux flowers & greenery (fall colors)
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Black felt for eyes
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Use of glue guns & scissors
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Step by step instructions
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No crafting experience needed​
Class Dates
New Kit Class!
Gned The Gnome Needle Felt
THURSDAY, OCTOBER 8, 2026 6:00 PM
Create a whimsical wool painting in this new 2D Needle Felted Gned The Gnome Class! Ideal for beginners or anyone who has felted before, this session features a brand-new kit that will be fully ready by October. Get more details and register with our trusted partner WeTravel.
Felting Encore Retreat With Jean Hainlen
FRI.-SUN. OCTOBER 9-11, 2026
Felting Encore is for those who want more! More felting fun, more time to create, and more chances to try something completely new. If you have some basic felting experience under your belt, this is the retreat for you. You don't need to be an expert—Jean will guide you every step of the way. Get more details and register with our trusted partner WeTravel.
Barn To Yarn
Experience With
Chris Armbrust
SUNDAY-TUESDAY OCTOBER 18-20, 2026
Indulge in a transformative immersion into the world of fiber processing. This Barn to Yarn Experience takes you
through every stage of the textile journey - from the animals in the pasture to the finished skein. Under the expert guidance of Chris Armbrust, owner of the Nome
Schoolhouse, you’ll explore both home-based techniques
and professional commercial processing in a small group
setting.Activities include hands-on learning about the
animals, the mill, the barn, and the schoolhouse.
Be part of the Barn To Yarn Experience!
Register with our trusted partners WeTravel.
Fall Reflections Acrylic Painting Workshop with Val Voigt
FRIDAY, OCT. 23, 2026 5:30-8PM
Kick off your weekend with award-winning local artist Val Voigt for "Fall Reflections," a warm, step-by-step acrylic painting workshop designed for all skill levels—from total beginners to experienced painters! The atmosphere is relaxed, encouraging, and focused on having fun while learning. Come early to have dinner in the dining room - it opens at 4 pm.
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Why Handwriting Still Matters With Terese Rotenberger
NEW DATE! OCT. 23, 2026 9:30 AM-4PM
Whether you’re 9 to 89 or anywhere in between, calligraphy can become a joyful part of your self-care routine. Give yourself the gift of creativity and calm when you pick up a pen, study the practice sheets and start your calligraphy journey at the Nome Schoolhouse with Written Elegance by Terese. Includes lunch served in the dining room.
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Winter Flowers Acrylic Painting Workshop with Val Voigt
SAT., OCT. 24, 2026 9 AM
Join local artist Val Voigt for "Winter Flowers," an easy, step-by-step acrylic painting workshop designed for all skill levels, from absolute beginners to experienced painters. Val will guide you through simple painting techniques so you can create and complete a beautiful 11" x 14" seasonal canvas to take home by the end of the session.
Boho Turkey Wall Hanging Craft Class
Create your own beautiful Boho Turkey wall hanging! It's the perfect addition to your Thanksgiving or holiday decor.
All supplies and instructions included:
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Embroidery hoop
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Variety of lace, fabric, ribbon and jute
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Flowers and other details
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Step by step instructions
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No crafting experience needed​
Class Dates
Barn Quilt Painting with Karin Baker
NOVEMBER 7, 2026 10AM-4PM
Join Karen Baker at the Nome Schoolhouse as she guides you through the creation of painting a barn quilt. This beginner-level class is designed for all skill levels and all materials are provided.
You'll leave with a 2 ft x 2 ft barn quilt, made from the colors you choose. Lunch in the dining room is included.
Barn To Yarn
Experience With
Chris Armbrust
FRIDAY-SUNDAY NOVEMBER 13-15, 2026
Indulge in a transformative immersion into the world of fiber processing. This Barn to Yarn Experience takes you through every stage of the textile journey - from the animals in the pasture to the finished skein. Under the expert guidance of Chris Armbrust, owner of the Nome Schoolhouse, you’ll explore both commercial processing in a small group setting. Activities include hands-on learning about the animals, the mill, the barn, and the schoolhouse. Be part of the Barn To Yarn Experience! Register with our trusted partners WeTravel. home-based techniques and professional
Basket Weaving the Tote-it Nome Basket with Marcy Blikre
FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 13, 2026
ONLY 5 SPOTS REMAINING
The natural and smoke colors are precut and ready for weaving. Participants will select the accent color(s) during class. Although the basket will be completed during class, the Cherokee Wheels may have to be finished at home. Participants will learn to lay out a base, weave a locking row, weave start and stop rows, weave Cherokee Wheels as accents, and rim the basket with 30” leather handles. The dimensions of this tote basket are approximately 7” x 12” x 12” high.
Watercolor 101: Beginner’s Day Retreat with Dawn Marie Duncan
SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 14, 2026 10AM-5PM
Spend a full, inspiring day discovering the art of watercolor with Dawn Marie Duncan, founder of Yellowbright Creative! "Watercolor 101" is a supportive, hands-on day retreat designed specifically for beginners who want to explore watercolor painting in an upbeat, encouraging environment.
You will learn essential techniques from understanding watercolor supplies and recommended brands to mastering composition and paint flow. You'll transition from practice pages to creating your own personal compositions by the end of the workshop, leaving with the skills and confidence to continue painting on your own. Includes lunch in the dining room and all supplies.
Basket Weaving the
Tote-it Nome Basket
with Marcy Blikre
SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 14, 2026
The natural and smoke colors are precut and ready for weaving. Participants will select the accent color(s) during class. Although the basket will be completed during class, the Cherokee Wheels may have to be finished at home. Participants will learn to lay out a base, weave a locking row, weave start and stop rows, weave Cherokee Wheels as accents, and rim the basket with 30” leather handles. The dimensions of this tote basket are approximately 7” x 12” x 12” high.
Basket Weaving the
Tote-it Nome Basket
with Marcy Blikre
SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 15, 2026
The natural and smoke colors are precut and ready for weaving. Participants will select the accent color(s) during class. Although the basket will be completed during class, the Cherokee Wheels may have to be finished at home. Participants will learn to lay out a base, weave a locking row, weave start and stop rows, weave Cherokee Wheels as accents, and rim the basket with 30” leather handles. The dimensions of this tote basket are approximately 7” x 12” x 12” high.
WAITLIST ONLY
Boho Santa Wall Hanging Craft Class
Create your own beautiful Boho Santa wall hanging! It's the perfect addition to your holiday decor or a heartfelt handmade gift.
All supplies and instructions included:
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10" embroidery hoop
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Variety of lace, fabric, ribbon and jute
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Santa hat, wooden nose, beads & greenery
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Step by step instructions
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No crafting experience needed
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Class Dates
Saturday, Nov. 21 SOLD OUT
Registration &
Cancellations
To make attending a class or retreat at the Nome Schoolhouse as seamless
as possible, all our registrations are handled through our trusted partner
WeTravel. This gives you the option to make partial payments over time if you
choose. Cancellations and refund policies can be found here.