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Studio Arts and Crafts Centre

Phone 414-229-5535
Email icenter@uwm.edu
Website https://uwm.edu/union/craft-centre/
Categories: Arts Programming, Student Involvement, Student Union

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  • Photo of a table covered with parchment paper and people using modeling clay. There are two hands at the forefront of the picture manipulating a clay portrait of a face. The lips and nose are complete, and the person is working on the chin area.

    Intro to Ceramic Hand Building Techniques Session 1

    UWM Student Union (UN) 2200 East Kenwood Blvd., Milwaukee, WI, United States

    In this 6-week course, you’ll explore the essentials of three different hand-building techniques to create functional and decorative pieces: a textured coaster set, an imaginative trinket box, and a unique abstract flower vase. This course is perfect for all experience …

  • A photo of a pile of 20-sided dice. There are many colors represented, mostly red, black, and white.

    Geek Week DIY Resin Dice

    UWM Student Union (UN) 2200 East Kenwood Blvd., Milwaukee, WI, United States

    Find us in the Craft Centre for DIY resin dice! Appointments will be on a first come, first served basis and Craft Centre staff will walk you through the steps of creating a unique, personal set of dice for you …

  • Photography studio photo of a spool of black string, a pin cushion shaped like a tomato, and a large ball of green yarn.
    Knitting and Crochet Help Desk

    Knitting and Crochet Help Desk

    UWM Student Union (UN) 2200 East Kenwood Blvd., Milwaukee, WI, United States

    Are you stuck in the middle of a knitting or crochet project and need some help with stitches or pattern reading? SACC is giving you the opportunity to consult our knitting and crochet teacher, Jeannie Baker (an actual old lady …

  • Image of a white sewing machine.
    Sewing Machine Basics: Patchwork Session 1

    Sewing Machine Basics: Patchwork Session 1

    UWM Student Union (UN) 2200 East Kenwood Blvd., Milwaukee, WI, United States

    Curious about sewing but feeling a little intimidated by sewing machines? In this class, we’ll break down the basics, guiding you step-by-step through operating a sewing machine and creating your own patchwork piece. You’ll learn essential techniques and terminology to …

  • Portrait image of wheel throwing tools. You have assorted rolling pins, wood knives, sculptures, and wire loops.
    Intro to Wheel Throwing Session 1

    Intro to Wheel Throwing Session 1

    UWM Student Union (UN) 2200 East Kenwood Blvd., Milwaukee, WI, United States

    Are you curious to try out the pottery wheel? Discover the craft of wheel throwing in this beginner-level course. We will learn and explore the foundational throwing techniques  centering and opening the clay, pulling walls to make functional forms, decoration …

  • Image of a white sewing machine.
    Sewing Machine Basics: Patchwork Session 1

    Sewing Machine Basics: Patchwork Session 1

    UWM Student Union (UN) 2200 East Kenwood Blvd., Milwaukee, WI, United States

    Curious about sewing but feeling a little intimidated by sewing machines? In this class, we’ll break down the basics, guiding you step-by-step through operating a sewing machine and creating your own patchwork piece. You’ll learn essential techniques and terminology to …

  • Photo of three small 'polaroid' style photos. Top photo depicts a silhouette of a female presenting person, with stars dotting the bounds of their head. A caption on the picture reads "Photography as you don't know it". Below this photo is a photo of someone holding the pin of a camera and says "hello, photography"
    Photo Social Night

    Photo Social Night

    UWM Student Union (UN) 2200 East Kenwood Blvd., Milwaukee, WI, United States

    Interested in photography and our darkroom space? Meet up with other patrons each month to work on photo-related projects. Each session will have a follow-along photo activity available, but personal projects are encouraged! Stop by, ask questions, and try out …

  • Photography studio photo of a spool of black string, a pin cushion shaped like a tomato, and a large ball of green yarn.
    Knitting and Crochet Help Desk

    Knitting and Crochet Help Desk

    UWM Student Union (UN) 2200 East Kenwood Blvd., Milwaukee, WI, United States

    Are you stuck in the middle of a knitting or crochet project and need some help with stitches or pattern reading? SACC is giving you the opportunity to consult our knitting and crochet teacher, Jeannie Baker (an actual old lady …

  • Depiction of a fantastical terrarium where horses are grazing on moss

    DIY Terrariums

    UWM Student Union (UN) 2200 East Kenwood Blvd., Milwaukee, WI, United States

    Celebrate Earth Week with Campus Activities Board and the Craft Centre! Stop by the Concourse to create your very own terrarium using recycled jars and containers. Fill it with succulents and fun decorations, turning what could have been waster into …

  • Photo of a craftmaker selling her wares at a table. The table has a blue and white table cloth, her hand made jewelry hung up on boards standing on top of the table. The craftmaker sits in a chair behind the table with a smile. Behind her additional tables can be seen.

    Mother’s Day Artist Fair

    UWM Student Union (UN) 2200 East Kenwood Blvd., Milwaukee, WI, United States

    Please join us in the Student Union Concourse for our annual Mother’s Day Artist Fair. A variety of handmade items will be available from outside vendors, current students and alumni. The perfect place to find unique gifts. Please contact us …