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The Ember List · the Boston area
Crafting & hands-on events in the Boston area
Browse craft fairs, pottery & ceramics workshops, paint-and-sip nights, and maker markets in the Boston area.
We reviewed 14,000+ Boston-area events to pick the 60 best craft & maker events in the Boston area between September 20 and September 26. Updated daily.
Our best picks: craft & maker events in the Boston area — September 20–26
Grab n Go Crafts, Stop by the Parlin and Shute children’s rooms every Monday for a Grab and Go craft. A self directed arts and crafts program for children ages 3-8. Crafts can be taken home or crafted with a friend or caregiver at our children’s tables. No registration required, while supplies last.
Coloring is an activity we think of as being for kids. However, it can be beneficial for adults. Come and experience relaxation: adult coloring! Studies show coloring can have a calming effect on the adult mind and help to promote overall wellness. We provide the basic materials, you bring the fun! Have an art project…
Monday, Sep 21, 2026 12:00p — Artisans Asylum, 96 Holton St, Boston, Massachusetts
Design and put together your own pinback buttons in the Teen Section. No sign up required, just drop in! If you have any questions, contact Nicole: nperrault@minlib.net
Looking for a creative way to unwind? Take a break and join us for a relaxed, drop-in hangout designed for adults looking to de-stress and have a little screen-free me time. We’ll provide a variety of thoughtful, fun, and engaging coloring pages along with markers, colored pencils, and other supplies. Bring your own su…
Each Monday afternoon kids are invited to make a craft, create a piece of art, or do a fun STEM-focused activity. This is a one-hour long drop in program for children and their caregivers. All materials will be provided while supplies last. This program is best for children ages 6 through 11, but younger children are w…
Monday, Sep 21, 2026 4:00p — Lyrik Back Bay, 400 Newbury Street, Boston, Massachusetts
Monday, Sep 21, 2026 4:00p — Shalin Liu Performance Center, 37 Main Street, Rockport, MA
Fall Birch Trees Let’s craft & chill together doing some relaxing art in a low-key setting. These crafts are for giving yourself a mental break and just having some fun with other chill adults. All supplies are provided by the library. For ages 16+.
It's a weekly block party! Join friends to design and build amazing LEGO structures. Let your imagination run wild! For children ages 5 and up (children under age 7 must be accompanied by a caregiver). The Children's Room has plenty of LEGO pieces, so you don't need to bring your own. LEGO pieces are choking hazards fo…
TUESDAY
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Learn the basics of beaded jewelry making and the difference between semi-precious stones and precious stones. Participants will keep all pieces they make. Space is limited to 10 participants. Led by Zangar Freeman.
Join us to hear a story, and then enjoy a simple craft for little ones! Recommended for children ages 0-5 and their caregivers. Accessibility The Concord Free Public Library is committed to providing everyone with unimpeded access to our resources, programs, and services. Learn more about accessibility at our libraries…
Join librarian Wes Fiorentino for a weekly origami club! Learn how to fold paper animals and other fun shapes or drop by to share your own paper arts projects with the group. Accessibility Notice : We strive to make our events accessible. To request a disability accommodation and/or language services, contact the depar…
Better-for-You Bakes is a nutrition-focused educational program that demonstrates how baked goods can be both delicious and nutritious. Guests will learn techniques for increasing fiber, reducing added sugars, and incorporating more wholesome ingredients into traditional baked recipes. Through tastings, demonstrations,…
Betty Saccocia will show you how to make two greeting cards using stamps, printed paper, and a variety of techniques. Registration is required. Adults only, please. Supported by a generous donation from the Winchester Co-operative Bank.
Join fellow knitting, crocheting, needlework, etc. enthusiasts for weekly social crafting. Help each other out of tough spots, share patterns and tips, and enjoy creating together. Recommended for adults, although interested stitchers of all ages are welcome to join. ____________________________________________________…
Bring your project and enjoy the company of other fiber crafters. Drop-in with this informal group to work on your craft, get inspired, pick up skills and socialize. Knit, embroider, crochet, spin, mend,... Refreshments will be provided. The City of Cambridge does not discriminate, including on the basis of disability.…
Get creative after school! Learn to fold a fortune teller from a paper square. Choose a sheet with hidden messages ready for you to discover, or create your own unique messages before folding. Recommended for children ages 6-12 and their caregivers.
Whether you have always wanted to try blogging, have a research story bursting to be told, or simply want to sharpen your writing skills for a broader audience, this program is for you. With these two hands-on workshops, and one-on-one support from WCC writing instructors, you will go from idea to a polished, published…
Ready for a fall refresh? Bluemercury at Legacy Place is hosting Autumn After Hours on September 22 from 6-8pm, an evening dedicated to discovering your new skincare and makeup must-haves, getting personalized beauty tips, and finding your perfect fall look. New season, new makeup, new favorites. Every attendee will re…
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Express yourself through different types of art, such as drawing, coloring, writing, or collaging. Our group offers a warm and welcoming space for everyone to grow and express themselves. Presented by the Northeast Recovery Learning Community, in partnership with Massachusetts Department of Mental Health, The Northeast…
Looking for a relaxing midweek break? The Crane Crochet and Knitting Club is a fun place to practice your craft and connect with others. We meet every Wednesday from 11:45 AM to 1:30 PM in The Classroom on the top floor. No registration required! All levels are welcome. Basic skill level (and higher) is preferable. We…
You're invited to join our knitters and crafters in conversation and fun! This is not a formal class, just a community-building and skill-sharing afternoon! Accessibility Notice : We strive to make our events accessible. To request a disability accommodation and/or language services, contact the department listed in th…
Drop in and make sustainable art with recycled materials! Either use library recycling or bring in your own clean recyclables to create your masterpieces. This is a drop-in activity, no registration required. For more information, please email efagan@wellesleyma.gov or eberger@wellesleyma.gov or call 781-235-1610 ext.…
Young Adult Art Club! Come up to the Y.A. Lounge above the Adult Library floor and join our little community for tutorials, crafts, and a welcoming space to create art comfortably.
Give your old summer t-shirts a fresh new look at this casual crafting program! We'll have iron-on patches, fabric paint markers, and stencils available for you to use; all you have to bring is your creativity and a t-shirt! A limited supply of plain white t-shirts will also be available for participants to use, and wi…
Create your own flair with our button maker! For teens in GRADES 6-12. The Watertown Free Public Library does not discriminate and does not share your information with anyone. We are committed to providing reasonable accommodation to enable you to participate in our events. Contact the library at cconkey@watertown-ma.g…
Stop by the library for an afternoon of zine-making, button-making, tote bag painting, and more DIY creativity. All materials will be provided, but feel free to bring your own. While supplies last. For children ages 8 and up. Accessibility Notice : We strive to make our events accessible. To request a disability accomm…
Join us in celebrating Mid-Autumn Festival at the Brookline Village Library with a special craft! We will be decorating glass jars and then adding in a tea light to create standing glass jar lanterns to take home. The program is recommended for kids ages 5 and up and tweens. Adults accompanying children or tweens are a…
Join us every Wednesday afternoon for an awesome craft, art project, or engineering puzzle! Recommended for makers ages 5-10 and their caregivers. Makers ages 5-9 must be in eyesight of their caregiver at all times while visiting the Library. Accessibility The Concord Free Public Library is committed to providing every…
THURSDAY
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Stop by the Workshop every Thursday morning for a cup of coffee and two hours of informal, self-guided knitting with fellow Concord crafters! Needles and yarn scrap swap available for new knitters. All ages and experiences welcome, but instruction is not provided. Accessibility The Concord Free Public Library is commit…
Explore the world of 3D design and 3D printing in this hands-on, beginner-friendly workshop for ages 16 and up. Learn how to create a simple 3D model, prepare it for printing, and understand how a digital design becomes a physical object. Participants will be guided through the basics of 3D design and printing while cr…
Coloring is an activity we think of as being for kids. However, it can be beneficial for adults. Come and experience relaxation: adult coloring! Studies show coloring can have a calming effect on the adult mind and help to promote overall wellness. We provide the basic materials, you bring the fun! Have an art project…
Stop by the Boudreau Branch in the afternoon to create something using 3D pens! This drop-in event is intended for school aged children and their families.
Young Adults in the 5th through 12th grade are invited to the MPL to unchap those lips, and make your own customized lip balm! Choose your scents and design your stick in this fun craft. Sign up below and join us on Thursday, September 24th from 3:00 - 4:00 PM.
Drop in to exercise your creativity using different materials every week! Ideas and instructions will be available as an option to kickstart your crafting inspiration, or go wild with free-crafting. Intended for ages 5-9 and accompanying siblings. No registration required
Join Ms. Ashley for a fun crafternoon. Materials will be provided for a special craft, but kids and caregivers are welcome to share their own ideas and projects with other participants! Recommended for children ages 5-12. All children must be accompanied by an adult. No registration is required . Accessibility Notice :…
Teens and Tweens: Join Deb once a month to learn how to embroider your own hoop! No experience required; she'll help you build your skills!
Bring your project and come join other fiber crafters in your community! Crochet, sew, embroider, knit, cross stitch, spin, mend, and more at this informal drop-in fiber arts circle. All crafts are welcome!
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Introducing a Take-and-Make craft program for older kids, ages 6-11! Pick up a DIY craft, take it home, and make at your leisure. This week, we will make Beaded Corn Keychains. Pick up a craft supply bag on Friday, September 25 between 9am and 5pm, and make it whenever you like! Registration is not required. First-come…
Use the Hyde Park Branch's old magazines and other materials for a creative project during this new adult focused crafting program. Use the beautiful images from a national geographic magazine or the illustrations from the New Yorker to flex your artistic muscles. Come create a collage of your own of bring a crafting p…
Join us once a month at the Fells Branch to listen to a story and do a simple, open-ended craft activity. Drop in; no registration required. Recommended for ages 1-5 with a caregiver. **PARKING NOTE: Please be courteous and safe by parking on only *one* side of the road so that emergency vehicles have room to pass if n…
If you love knitting, embroidery, crocheting and more, join Lisa's crafty community group! This program is being held weekly in the lecture hall.
Hold space for creative expression in this casual group for adults and teens (14+). Participants are encouraged to bring their own artistic supplies and projects. Please note: This is not a class, and there is no instructor. Belmont Patrons are encouraged to try Creativebug for free online video tutorials on thousands…
Knitters, crocheters, quilters, and more! All those who work with fabric or fiber are welcome in this weekly group. Please note that this is not a class, but an opportunity to share current projects and socialize. This group meets in the Waverley Oaks Room, on the first floor of the new library building. Questions? Ema…
Get help using Hatch’s Silhouette vinyl cutter, Inkscape vector image software (used in laser cutting), and the 3D design programs Onshape and TinkerCAD. For adults and children 8+. No registration needed. MAKER CARDS All visitors to Hatch must show their Hatch Maker Card, or sign a waiver to receive a Maker Card. Visi…
Join us in the Grove Hall Teen Space for a weekly arts program focusing on a new craft each week. Materials will be provided. Space and materials are first come, first served. Accessibility Notice : We strive to make our events accessible. To request a disability accommodation and/or language services, contact the depa…
Friday, Sep 25, 2026 3:00p — The Hidden Art Gallery, 25 Myrtle St, Boston, MA
Join us for a painting class with Studio on the Common! We'll be in the Storytime Room getting crafty with all kinds of fun art supplies! For kids in grades 2-5, registration is required. Questions? Call 781.721.7171 x326, email bdelorme@minlib.net or winchild@minlib.net ** FOR ALL CHILDREN'S PROGRAMMING: Parents/careg…
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Saturday, Sep 26, 2026 9:00a — Marblehead Arts Association, 8 Hooper St, Marblehead, MA
Stop by the library and create your own Autumn paper crafts. All materials will be provided. Programming at the Boston Public Library is funded through private support. To learn more about supporting the Library, please visit the Boston Public Library Fund's website: bplfund.org Accessibility Notice: We strive to make…
Saturday, Sep 26, 2026 10:00a — Danforth Museum, 14 Vernon St, Framingham, MA
Saturday, Sep 26, 2026 10:00a — CCAE, 42 Brattle St, Cambridge, MA
Arts & Crafts at West! Questions? Contact Alison: amitchell@somervillema.gov
Learn the basics in this introduction to knitting and create a fun, useful project to show off! All materials will be provided. This workshop is sponsored by the Friends of the Faneuil Branch Library. Registration is required. Call or email the library to sign up. Accessibility Notice : We strive to make our events acc…
Comics / Illustrations Gr. 3–5 Create your own comics and illustrations through storytelling and drawing. Whether you are influenced by manga, Marvel, or your own favorite book, sharpen your skills as you develop characters and the worlds they live in. Participants will be able to construct their own mini books and por…
Saturday, Sep 26, 2026 11:00a — CCAE, 56 Brattle Street, Cambridge, MA
Saturday, Sep 26, 2026 11:00a — Lifebloom Candle Bar & Shop, 100 Hanover St, Boston, MA
This Crafturday, paint your own mini garden gnome! What kind of gnome will you design? Is he fancy? Is he a wizard? Is he a Red Sox fan? You decide! Programming at the Boston Public Library is funded through private support. To learn more about supporting the Library, please visit the Boston Public Library Fund's websi…
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