• Feathered Friends: DIY: Winter Bird Feeder & Garland Workshop

    Thrifty Connections 158 Lafayette Street, Schenectady, NY, United States

    Thursday January 22nd 6:00pm-8:00pm  $30.00  Feathered Friends: DIY: Winter Bird Feeder & Garland Workshop  Calling all bird lovers! Join us for a unique, heartwarming workshop where we blend holiday creativity with natural kindness. During the harsh, cold winter, our feathered friends need a little extra help. In this light and social class, you’ll create two […]

    $30.00
  • DIY Moss Bowl Centerpiece

    Thrifty Connections 158 Lafayette Street, Schenectady, NY, United States

    Saturday January 24th 10:00am-11:45am DIY Moss Bowl Centerpiece $30.00 Escape the winter chill and embrace the cozy Danish concept of Hygge by bringing a piece of nature’s beauty into your home! Join us for a light and social adults-only workshop where creativity and sustainability come alive. In this class, you will design and build a […]

    $30.00
  • Button Bird: Blue Jay

    Thrifty Connections 158 Lafayette Street, Schenectady, NY, United States

    Saturday January 24th 1:00-3:00 Button Bird: Blue Jay  $30.00 In this creative workshop, participants will create a blue jay artwork using colorful buttons and mixed materials. Using a provided bird template as a guide, you’ll arrange and glue buttons to form the shape, texture, and personality of this vibrant and beloved bird. All materials will […]

    $30.00
  • Hygge Home Decor: Repurposed Scandinavian Star Folding – CONTEMPLATIVE

    Thrifty Connections 158 Lafayette Street, Schenectady, NY, United States

    Thursday January 29th 12:00pm-1:30pm $15.00  Hygge Home Decor: Repurposed Scandinavian Star Folding – CONTEMPLATIVE Escape the hustle and embrace the beautiful calm. This is more than just a craft class—it’s a contemplative experience designed to engage all your senses while you create stunning art. You will learn the traditional Scandinavian techniques for folding intricate paper […]

    $15.00
  • Valentine’s Heart Tree 

    Thrifty Connections 158 Lafayette Street, Schenectady, NY, United States

    Valentine’s Heart Tree  Thursday January 29th 6:00-7:15pm $15.00 Unwind and get creative in this Valentine’s-themed art workshop. Begin by choosing a vase and natural branches to form the foundation of your Heart Tree. You’ll then design and hand-decorate paper hearts using curated papers and embellishments, creating pieces that reflect love. Once complete, your hearts will […]

    $15.00
  • DIY Moss Bowl Centerpiece

    Thrifty Connections 158 Lafayette Street, Schenectady, NY, United States

    Friday January 30th 2:00pm-3:45pm DIY Moss Bowl Centerpiece $30.00 Escape the winter chill and embrace the cozy Danish concept of Hygge by bringing a piece of nature’s beauty into your home! Join us for a light and social adults-only workshop where creativity and sustainability come alive. In this class, you will design and build a […]

    $30.00
  • DIY Charcuterie Boards: A Hands-On Food & Creativity Experience

    Thrifty Connections 158 Lafayette Street, Schenectady, NY, United States

    Friday, January 30th 6:00pm-8:00pm $50.00 DIY Charcuterie Boards: A Hands-On Food & Creativity Experience Join us for a fun, interactive charcuterie-building workshop where you’ll learn how to create a beautifully styled board that’s perfect for sharing! During this two-hour class, you’ll build your own wooden charcuterie board, thoughtfully arranged with cheese, meats, fruit, crackers, and […]

    $50.00
  • Aromatherapy Candle Workshop

    Thrifty Connections 158 Lafayette Street, Schenectady, NY, United States

    Saturday January 31st 10:00am-12:00pm Aromatherapy Candle Workshop   Join the makers of Crackling Embers Candles and come make pour decisions with us and create your very own custom candle and car diffuser   Learn the basic techniques of hand poured candles and scent selection. Choose from a variety of classic aromatherapy scents or curate your own […]

    $45.00
  • Whimsical Woodland Creatures

    Thrifty Connections 158 Lafayette Street, Schenectady, NY, United States

    Whimsical Woodland Creatures Saturday January 31st 1:30pm-3:00pm Step into the tiny world of imagination! In this whimsical workshop, we’ll transform humble walnut shells into delightful little woodland creatures. Using found materials and natural elements you’ll learn to give new life to nature’s castoffs and create a one-of-a-kind miniature sculpture. No experience needed — just curiosity […]

    $20.00
  • Art from the Heart: DIY Button Hearts

    Thrifty Connections 158 Lafayette Street, Schenectady, NY, United States

    Art from the Heart: DIY Button Hearts Thursday February 5th 6:00pm-7:30pm $30 Celebrate the season of love by pouring some of that affection back into yourself. Join us for a unique, heart-centered crafting evening designed to melt away the stress of the day. We’ll begin our session with a 5-minute guided self-love meditation, allowing you […]

    $30.00
  • Paint Your Partner Game Night

    Thrifty Connections 158 Lafayette Street, Schenectady, NY, United States

    Paint Your Partner Game Night Friday February 6, 2026 6:00pm-8:00pm $20.00 per person Get ready to trade your usual game night for a canvas! Join us for a hilarious and unforgettable evening where friends, family, co-workers, and couples come together to paint each other for laughs, not for perfection. We’ll provide all the paint, canvases, […]

    $20.00
  • A day with Sourdough

    Thrifty Connections 158 Lafayette Street, Schenectady, NY, United States

    A day with Sourdough  $45.00 Saturday February 7th 10-11:30 Join us for a relaxed, hands-on class where we’ll explore the magic of sourdough together. We’ll start by demystifying the myths and rules that often make sourdough feel intimidating, and instead discover how this ancient craft can be simple, forgiving, and full of joy. What you’ll […]

    $45.00