Sign up now for some Summer fun!!! Kids, teen, and adult classes…
Contact us about private classes too…
Nature Art Classes!
and contact us for custom paintings and murals!
Bent of the River
New Classes at Bent of the River
We are extremely excited to announce……
The Golden Button is partnering with Audubon Center at Bent of the River, in Southbury, to bring fun and exciting classes and workshops to the community.
Summer Classes in June to July….
-Hand Sewing and Embroidery Basics for Kids
Learn to create pictures and designs while hand sewing. Add embellishments to pillows, clothes, bags and blankets! Learn how to join fabric and add item like lace. This class is excellent for adding an artistic touch to already made items! These basic techniques can be used to make a sampler or a finished piece for clothing! So much fun! You can create anything!
Children 8 and up please. We will learn our stitches then learn how to apply them!
Tuesdays 4:15 to 5:15 PM
June 24th, July 1st July 8th and July 15th
Cost is $70 plus $15 supply fee.
–Crochet Basics
Learn how to crochet! Great if you are new to crochet or need a refresher! Learn all your stitches and how to apply them! Then create the project of your choice! You can opt to create a granny squares blanket, make toy fruits and veggies, or little amigurumi animals!!! So much fun! We will supply patterns and everything you need. Work at your own pace and learn to crochet!
Tuesday evenings 5:30-6:30 PM
June 24th, July 1st July 8th and July 15th
(Cost is $70 and a $12 supply fee)
-Kids Nature Art
Visit Southbury’s own Audubon Center at Bent of the River and create some beautiful nature art. Incorporate natural materials in you artwork!
Create a bird sculpture, make a painting with found objects, Learn about installation art in nature and make a sculpture then photograph it! Lots of fun!
Class open to children 5 and up.
When: June 25th and July 2nd, July 9th and 16th
Meets Wednesdays from 4:15-5:15 PM
Cost: $70 and $15 supply fee
-Sunset Landscape Paintings at Bent of the River
Sunset at Bent of the River is just breathtaking! Take advantage of the beautiful landscapes and sunlight and learn how to paint! You may just see an owl!
Explore and learn how to create a beautiful landscape with acrylic paint. For all ages and levels. Classes meet on Wednesday evenings from 6-7:30 ish PM.
Instructor: Kate Gorham
When: June 25th and July 2nd, July 9th and 16th
Cost: $80 and supply fee of $30
We will supply tabletop easels, canvas and painting supplies!
Sign up now!!! Space is limited! Please contact us with any questions!!!!
Call: (203) 910-9948
Email: goldenbuttonshop@yahoo.com
Needle Felted Chickens
The Golden Button is partenering with local businesses to share more workshops and classes with the community!
You can find us at Rowanwood Farm in Sandy Hook, at CAST Preschool in Woodbury and at Bent of the River in Southbury! Classes are forming now!!!
Chicken photos from our Large Needle Felted Chickens Class!!!
Classes, Events, and Sharks
There are still spaces in these Classes:
- Mommy and Mini Classes
Fridays in September: 20th, 27th, October 4th and 11th from 1:00 to 1:30 PM
Cost is $40
Fridays are Mommy and Mini classes at The Golden Button. We will meet from 1:00 to 1:30 PM. everyone is welcome… All activities are appropriate for baby, toddlers, and little ones. (All materials are non-toxic and safe for love bugs) You are welcome to bring a booster seat or just sit with your little one. We will explore lots of colors and textures with fun and safe materials! A little messy but a lot of fun!
- Little Kids Art (ages 3 to 5 years old)
Fridays in September: 20th, 27th, October 4th and 11th from 2:00 to 2:45 PM
Cost is $50 plus a $10 supply fee
Little kids explore autumn through art! Create giant leaves, make a tree, print with wood, create Fall Jewelry, mix colors and make paintings. Lots of fun!!!!!
- Needle Felting Sharks or other Fish!!!!
Sunday, September 22nd from 2-4 PM at The Golden Button!
Rachel Gerowe of Red Barn Originals will teach you how to create a shark or fish sculpture out of wool! Cost is $35 (save $5 if you bring your own wool and needles!!)
The Golden Button will be at Bent of The River this Saturday from 2-6 PM for the Bent Fest!!! Come see us!!!
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