Burritt Folk School

Folklife Arts & Crafts Adult Workshops

Have you ever wanted to learn a traditional craft or art? Come bring a friend or make new friends as you join us for these fun and exciting classes. Check below as classes will continue to be added throughout the year.

Stay up to date by joining our Folk School Email List. Contact Jana Watson at jana.watson@huntsvilleal.gov for more information.

Upcoming Folk School Classes & Workshops

    $120.00

    Weekday Series: “Stained Glass Layered Floral Panel”

    July 22 @ 9:00 am - 2:30 pm
    Burritt on the Mountain, 3101 Burritt Dr.
    Huntsville, AL 35801 United States
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    This lovely little floral panel has a challenge – it is constructed on five layers!  This class is for the intermediate glass enthusiast. Previous glass cutting/soldering experience is necessary.

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    $110.00

    Jewelry Making: “Dichroic Glass and Sterling Bracelet”

    July 25 @ 5:30 pm - 8:30 pm
    Burritt on the Mountain, 3101 Burritt Dr.
    Huntsville, AL 35801 United States
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    Students will create a one of a kind custom sterling silver and dichroic glass cab bracelet.  The students will learn the basics of wire wrapping and using specific tools for specific skills. 

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    Free – $75.00

    Fiber Arts: “Old Time Quilt Blocks”

    July 26 @ 9:00 am - 2:30 pm
    Burritt on the Mountain, 3101 Burritt Dr.
    Huntsville, AL 35801 United States
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    Join us as we make some of the most popular tried-and-true quilt blocks while learning about their histories. Attendees will have several options for finished projects including a finished mini quilt, table runner top, or the start of a quilt top.

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    $80.00

    Ceramics: “Coffee Mug and Pour Over”

    July 26 @ 9:00 am - 11:30 am
    Burritt on the Mountain, 3101 Burritt Dr.
    Huntsville, AL 35801 United States
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    Join us for a two-part beginner-friendly ceramics class, where you’ll learn the slab-building technique to craft your very own mug and pour-over coffee dripper!

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    $85.00

    Textile Arts: “Shibori Dyeing”

    July 26 @ 9:00 am - 1:00 pm
    Burritt on the Mountain, 3101 Burritt Dr.
    Huntsville, AL 35801 United States
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    Discover the beauty of Shibori, the traditional Japanese art of resist-dyeing, in this hands-on class designed for adults. Students will explore a variety of folding, binding, and stitching techniques to create unique patterns on fabric.

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    $120.00

    Glass: “Stained Glass Layered Floral Panel”

    July 26 @ 9:00 am - 2:30 pm
    Burritt on the Mountain, 3101 Burritt Dr.
    Huntsville, AL 35801 United States
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    This lovely little floral panel has a challenge – it is constructed on five layers!  This class is for the intermediate glass enthusiast. Previous glass cutting/soldering experience is necessary.

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    $65.00

    Glass: “Introduction to Glass Fusing”

    August 16 @ 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm
    Burritt on the Mountain, 3101 Burritt Dr.
    Huntsville, AL 35801 United States
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    Come and join us for fun Glass Fusing project! You will be making a 6×6 project to display or hang in your home.  

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    Fused Glass 8/16/25
    $ 65.00
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    $115.00

    Weekday Series: “Building Glass on a Form”

    August 19 @ 9:00 am - 2:30 pm
    Burritt on the Mountain, 3101 Burritt Dr.
    Huntsville, AL 35801 United States
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    This weekday intermediate class is about learning how to build a 3d glass piece by building on a form. This will open a door to a new expression in your glass art.  Previous experience with copper foil is required.

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    Glass 8/19/25
    $ 115.00
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    $65.00

    Fiber Arts: “Crochet Hanging Basket”

    August 22 @ 5:30 pm - 8:30 pm
    Burritt on the Mountain, 3101 Burritt Dr.
    Huntsville, AL 35801 United States
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    Come learn to make hanging baskets with us! In this beginner-friendly crochet class, you will make a simple triangle motif that expands to securely hold any size container.

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    Crochet 8/22/25
    $ 65.00
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    $110.00

    Ceramics: “Introduction to Wheel Throwing”

    August 23 @ 9:00 am - 1:00 pm
    Burritt on the Mountain, 3101 Burritt Dr.
    Huntsville, AL 35801 United States
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    This beginner wheel throwing workshop will cover the basics of shaping clay using an electric pottery wheel. Your instructor will guide you through the essential steps of creating a wheel thrown vessel.

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    Ceramics 8/23/25
    $ 110.00
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    $95.00

    Textile Arts: “Triangle Loom Weaving”

    August 23 @ 9:00 am - 1:00 pm
    Burritt on the Mountain, 3101 Burritt Dr.
    Huntsville, AL 35801 United States
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    Students are invited to explore the craft of triangle loom weaving in this comprehensive, hands-on course. Beginners welcome!

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    Loom 8/23/25
    $ 95.00
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    $115.00

    Glass: “Building Glass on a Form”

    August 23 @ 9:00 am - 2:30 pm
    Burritt on the Mountain, 3101 Burritt Dr.
    Huntsville, AL 35801 United States
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    This intermediate class is about learning how to build a 3d glass piece by building on a form. This will open a door to a new expression in your glass art.  Previous experience with copper foil is required.

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    Glass 8/23/25
    $ 115.00
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    $65.00

    Glass: “Introduction to Glass Fusing”

    September 13 @ 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm
    Burritt on the Mountain, 3101 Burritt Dr.
    Huntsville, AL 35801 United States
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    Come and join us for fun Glass Fusing project! You will be making a 6×6 project to display or hang in your home.  We’ll walk you through each step, giving you tricks and tips on how to use our glass fusing materials and tools along the way.

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    Fused Glass 9/13/25
    $ 65.00
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    $120.00

    Weekday Series: “Twinkle, Twinkle Little Star”

    September 16 @ 9:00 am - 2:30 pm
    Burritt on the Mountain, 3101 Burritt Dr.
    Huntsville, AL 35801 United States
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    This sturdy star is appropriate for both beginners and intermediates in glass for this weekday class. It keeps twinkling, sparkling and turning with the slightest breeze or touch!

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    Glass Star 9/16/25
    $ 120.00
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    $55.00

    Fiber Arts: “Celtic Knot Bookmark”

    September 19 @ 5:30 pm - 8:00 pm
    Burritt on the Mountain, 3101 Burritt Dr.
    Huntsville, AL 35801 United States
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    Learn to make this intricately woven Celtic knot bookmark – an elegant addition to any library. The simple pattern is beginner-friendly, with just one stitch used to create the final result.

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    Crochet 9/19/25
    $ 55.00
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    $95.00

    Textile Arts: “Frame Loom Weaving”

    September 20 @ 9:00 am - 1:00 pm
    Burritt on the Mountain, 3101 Burritt Dr.
    Huntsville, AL 35801 United States
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    This class provides a foundational introduction to weaving on a frame loom. Students will learn basic weaving techniques, including warping the loom, creating patterns, and finishing their woven piece.

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    Frame Loom 9/20/25
    $ 95.00
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    $120.00

    Glass: “Twinkle, Twinkle Little Star”

    September 20 @ 9:00 am - 2:30 pm
    Burritt on the Mountain, 3101 Burritt Dr.
    Huntsville, AL 35801 United States
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    This sturdy star is appropriate for both beginners and intermediates in glass. It keeps twinkling, sparkling and turning with the slightest breeze or touch!

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    Glass Star 9/20/25
    $ 120.00
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    $80.00

    Ceramics: “Fall Pumpkin”

    September 20 @ 9:00 am - 11:30 am
    Burritt on the Mountain, 3101 Burritt Dr.
    Huntsville, AL 35801 United States
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    Come create a one-of-a-kind decorative work of art. Through guided instruction, you will create a ceramic pumpkin using a variety of hand-building techniques.

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    Pumpkin 9/20/25
    $ 80.00
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    $65.00

    Glass: “Introduction to Glass Fusing”

    October 18 @ 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm
    Burritt on the Mountain, 3101 Burritt Dr.
    Huntsville, AL 35801 United States
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    Come and join us for fun Glass Fusing project! You will be making a 6×6 project to display or hang in your home.  We’ll walk you through each step, giving you tricks and tips on how to use our glass fusing materials and tools along the way.

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    Fused Glass 10/18/25
    $ 65.00
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    $140.00

    Weekday Series:  “Ornament Display Stand”

    October 21 @ 9:00 am - 4:00 pm
    Burritt on the Mountain, 3101 Burritt Dr.
    Huntsville, AL 35801 United States
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    This advanced weekday class will focus on the steps needed to make your own display stand that is perfect for showcasing your own personal art work or a seasonal ornament.

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    Blacksmithing 10/21/25
    $ 140.00
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    $140.00

    Blacksmithing II:  “Ornament Display Stand”

    October 25 @ 9:00 am - 4:00 pm
    Burritt on the Mountain, 3101 Burritt Dr.
    Huntsville, AL 35801 United States
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    This advanced class will focus on the steps needed to make your own display stand that is perfect for showcasing your own personal art work or a seasonal ornament.

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    Blacksmithing 10/25/25
    $ 140.00
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