Learn a new skill and relax with a fun class!
At Scrappy Elephant, you’ll find a range of art classes for all ages. From weekly toddler art and story time to adult only classes, there’s something for everyone. Learn watercolor techniques, try your hand at mosaics, improve your crochet skills, and so much more. There’s never been a better time to learn a new skill at an affordable cost.
Interested in teaching a class at Scrappy Elephant? Email us at lynchburg@scrappyelephant.com for the class form.
Scholarships
Available for ALL classes. Please fill out the form below with all the required information and our team will be in touch.
Gift Cards
Want to give the gift of a new skill? Purchase a gift card in store or call us at a (804) 391-4007 to purchase over the phone for the creatives in your life to put toward a Scrappy Elephant class!
January Journaling Journey!
Want to set up a great creative endeavor for the new year? Intimidated by the thought of filling a sketchbook? That first page is always difficult to start! Let's work on some techniques together to get creative and be more free in your art journal journey.
This class will focus on image transfers and incorporating text into pages.
Great for all ages.
Bring any sized sketchbook or old book to repurpose into you art journal with you. All other supplies will be provided.
$25
Sign up here!
Artivist Meet-Ups
Do you want to use your creativity to change the world? All artists, activists, ARTIVISTS, creative and critical thinkers are welcome! Let’s learn from one another and support each other’s initiatives. Led by Dannie Snyder, Interdisciplinary Artivist, we'll discuss our goals, choices in tactics, what's working, what's not, how we can avoid burnout, and resources for developing our theories and practices. This is also a great space to find allies and collaborators as well as to recruit volunteers for your projects.
Dannie Snyder is an independent voter that facilitates many nonpolitical and bipartisan projects that use the arts to inspire local and global change, particularly in regards to her work in access to medicine and healthy foods. While some of her projects may lean more to the left or right, her goal is to foster a safe space where we can all be seen and heard as human beings. We all have fears and flaws, so here is a space where we encourage each other in pursuing our dreams and where we can grow, both personally and as a community.
this is a FREE event, but please register as space is limited
Sign up here!
Recycled Paper Making Valentine's Garland
Come to the Scrappy Elephant and learn how to make this adorable Valentine’s Day garland with Lindsay! You will learn how to make these cute hearts using recycled paper. Lindsay will demo how to make paper, and then students will paint premade hearts by Lindsay and assemble their garlands.
This class is great for teens and adults.
All supplies are included.
$25
Sign up here!
Crochet 101
Join Jordan as she teaches you the basics of crochet. In this hour and a half class you will learn how to make a washcloth. Leave with a crochet hook and a finished washcloth (if you don’t finish, you will leave with everything you need to finish it at home).
Ages 12 and up
$25
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Crochet 102: Granny Squares
Join Jordan as she teaches you how to make the infamous granny square! Basic crochet knowledge required.
Ages 12 and up
$25
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Fleece to Fiber Project
Come learn how to spin yarn from a sheep’s fleece and then design a knitted or crocheted project specifically for the yarn you spin.
What you’ll learn:
How to card a sheep fleece with hand carders and a drum carder
How to spin on a spinning wheel and with a drop spindle
How to determine the weight of the yarn you spin
How to design a knitted or crocheted project using the yarn you have spun
Depending on the project you design and your level of experience, you may also learn some new knitting techniques
And if you are new to fiber arts, you will also learn to either knit or crochet to make the project you design.
This is an introduction to spinning and project design for ages 8 and up.
The cost is $200 for 10 weeks of classes that are 2 hours each. This fee includes:
One top-whorl drop spindle that is yours to keep
Knitting needles or crochet hooks appropriate to the project you design, also yours to keep
Access to hand carders, a drum carder, a spinning wheel, and other tools used in hand spinning
Instruction from an experienced spinner who also knits and crochets
Enough fleece to spin into yarn to make projects about the size of those pictured
All classes are Thursdays from 1 to 3 p.m. on the following dates:
February 12, 19, and 26, March 5, 12, and 26 ,No Class March 19, April 2, 9, 16, and 30
Sign up here!
Knitted Mug Cozy
In this beginner course, you will learn foundational knitting techniques, including:
• casting on, or starting a knitting project,
• the garter stitch,
• and binding off, or finishing a project.
These techniques will be used to create a reusable cozy, perfect for enjoying a warm beverage in a coffee mug or disposable coffee cup!
No experience or supplies necessary, just a willingness to learn!
ages 12 and up
$25
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Galintines, Valentines Zentangles
Bring your valentine, galintine, or come as you are and create a creative set of zentangles using mixed media. You will be guided through the process of creating a floral or heart themed zentangle that will be a nice card or framed gift.
We will use watercolor, masking fluid and a fun mix of mark making materials to create one of a kind pieces!
Ages 8 and up
$20
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Twisted Knitted Headband
Knit a headband with a twist! In this class, you'll learn some beginner knitting techniques, including casting on, knitting, purling, and binding off. Every learner will make their own headband and will get to take home written instructions on the whole process. All materials will be provided.
ages 13 and up
$25
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February Art Journal Walk
Explore the world of texture around you and capture it in your art journal! We will make one time "stamps" using a moldible material and do texture rubbing.
* this class may involve a walk of a block or two if the weather is not damp.
Ages 10 and up
$20
Sign up here!
Artivist Meet-Ups
Do you want to use your creativity to change the world? All artists, activists, ARTIVISTS, creative and critical thinkers are welcome! Let’s learn from one another and support each other’s initiatives. Led by Dannie Snyder, Interdisciplinary Artivist, we'll discuss our goals, choices in tactics, what's working, what's not, how we can avoid burnout, and resources for developing our theories and practices. This is also a great space to find allies and collaborators as well as to recruit volunteers for your projects.
Dannie Snyder is an independent voter that facilitates many nonpolitical and bipartisan projects that use the arts to inspire local and global change, particularly in regards to her work in access to medicine and healthy foods. While some of her projects may lean more to the left or right, her goal is to foster a safe space where we can all be seen and heard as human beings. We all have fears and flaws, so here is a space where we encourage each other in pursuing our dreams and where we can grow, both personally and as a community.
this is a FREE event, but please register as space is limited
Sign up here!
Crochet 102: Granny Squares
Join Jordan as she teaches you how to make the infamous granny square! Basic crochet knowledge required.
Ages 12 and up
$25
Sign up here!
Crochet 101
Join Jordan as she teaches you the basics of crochet. In this hour and a half class you will learn how to make a washcloth. Leave with a crochet hook and a finished washcloth (if you don’t finish, you will leave with everything you need to finish it at home).
Ages 12 and up
$25
Sign up here!
Winter Wonderland Holiday Palette Knife Painting Class
Come to the Scrappy Elephant and discover the joy of palette knife painting with Lindsay! It is a fun, expressive, forgiving, and versatile painting technique. This Winter Wonderland inspired painting class will be a fun way to get in the holiday spirit and learn something new!
This class is great for children ages 10 and older and all adults are welcome.
All supplies are included.
$35
Sign up here!
Knitted Mug Cozy
In this beginner course, you will learn foundational knitting techniques, including:
• casting on, or starting a knitting project,
• the garter stitch,
• and binding off, or finishing a project.
These techniques will be used to create a reusable cozy, perfect for enjoying a warm beverage in a coffee mug or disposable coffee cup!
No experience or supplies necessary, just a willingness to learn!
ages 12 and up
$25
Sign up here!
January Journaling Journey!
Want to set up a great creative endeavor for the new year? Intimidated by the thought of filling a sketchbook? That first page is always difficult to start! Let's work on some techniques together to get creative and be more free in your art journal journey.
This class will focus on image transfers and incorporating text into pages.
Great for all ages.
Bring any sized sketchbook or old book to repurpose into you art journal with you. All other supplies will be provided.
$25
Sign up here!
Recycled Paper Making Gingerbread Garland
Come to the Scrappy Elephant and learn how to make this adorable Gingerbread Garland with Lindsay! You will learn how to make these gingerbread using recycled paper. Lindsay will demo how to make paper, and then students will paint premade gingerbread by Lindsay and assemble their garlands. Supplies will be given to any student that doesn’t finish their garland during class.
This class is great for teens and adults.
All supplies are included.
$25
Sign up here!
Winter Wonderland Holiday Palette Knife Painting Class
Come to the Scrappy Elephant and discover the joy of palette knife painting with Lindsay! It is a fun, expressive, forgiving, and versatile painting technique. This Winter Wonderland inspired painting class will be a fun way to get in the holiday spirit and learn something new!
This class is great for children ages 10 and older and all adults are welcome.
All supplies are included.
$35
Sign up here!
Printmaking Workshop
Make your own linocut stamp! This class will teach the basics of stamp-making, including planning, carving, and printing. Each participant will make their own stamp and get to keep it once finished. All materials will be provided.
Ages 14 and up
$25
Sign up here!
Winter Wonderland Holiday Palette Knife Painting Class
Come to the Scrappy Elephant and discover the joy of palette knife painting with Lindsay! It is a fun, expressive, forgiving, and versatile painting technique. This Winter Wonderland inspired painting class will be a fun way to get in the holiday spirit and learn something new!
This class is great for children ages 10 and older and all adults are welcome.
All supplies are included.
$35
Sign up here!
Crochet 102: Granny Squares
Join Jordan as she teaches you how to make the infamous granny square! Basic crochet knowledge required.
Ages 12 and up
$25
Sign up here!
Crochet 101
Join Jordan as she teaches you the basics of crochet. In this hour and a half class you will learn how to make a washcloth. Leave with a crochet hook and a finished washcloth (if you don’t finish, you will leave with everything you need to finish it at home).
Ages 12 and up
$25
Sign up here!
Holiday Earring Making Workshop
Join Madi for a fun afternoon of making adorable clay holiday earrings! No experience necessary. Leave with two pairs of earrings!
Ages 12 and up.
$35
Sign up here!
Mini Prints
Learn how to create mini works of art using linoleum block carving and printing techniques. Utilize printmaking tools and different ink applying techniques. This is great for mini works of art, stamps to use anywhere you'd like or to just learn the printmaking basics. A very fun activity that’s great for teens and adults.
All supplies provided
ages 13 and up
$25
Sign up here!
Introduction to experimental watercolor techniques
Come and join Jenny for an hour and a half of fun, using different tools and techniques to move paint around, create interesting textures, blend lovely color combinations and just experiment with the medium of watercolor. When you are done there will be some time to turn those items into gift tags for presents, blank cards for occasions or have a small pile of fantastic collage materials.
This class is great for teens and adults and supplies will be provided.
$25
Sign up here!
Crochet 102: Granny Squares
Join Jordan as she teaches you how to make the infamous granny square! Basic crochet knowledge required.
Ages 12 and up
$25
Sign up here!
Crochet 101
Join Jordan as she teaches you the basics of crochet. In this hour and a half class you will learn how to make a washcloth. Leave with a crochet hook and a finished washcloth (if you don’t finish, you will leave with everything you need to finish it at home).
Ages 12 and up
$25
Sign up here!
Free Make and Take-Bookmarks!
Come to the Scrappy Elephant Studio and make a bookmark for yourself and a friend! FREE for all ages!
Mini Prints
Learn how to create mini works of art using linoleum block carving and printing techniques. Utilize printmaking tools and different ink applying techniques. This is great for mini works of art, stamps to use anywhere you'd like or to just learn the printmaking basics. A very fun activity that’s great for teens and adults.
All supplies provided
ages 13 and up
$25
Sign up here!
Printmaking with Natural Materials
Come on in to the Scrappy Elephant Studio for some printmaking with natural materials! Use experimental printmaking techniques with natural objects, a perfect way to use the fall leaves and other items in your artwork. Utilize stamping, ink rolling, pressing and gell plate to create one of a kind mono prints.
ages 10 and up
pay what you can, suggested donation $25
Sign up here!
Introduction to experimental watercolor techniques
Come and join Jenny for an hour and a half of fun, using different tools and techniques to move paint around, create interesting textures, blend lovely color combinations and just experiment with the medium of watercolor. When you are done there will be some time to turn those items into gift tags for presents, blank cards for occasions or have a small pile of fantastic collage materials.
This class is great for teens and adults and supplies will be provided.
$25
Sign up here!
Palette Knife Painting Class
Come to the Scrappy Elephant and discover the joy of palette knife painting with Lindsay! It is a fun, expressive, and versatile painting technique. This Halloween Starry Night inspired painting class will be a fun way to spend and learn something new to get your in the fall spirit!
This class is great for adults wanting to learn something new.
All supplies are included.
$35
Sign up here!
Learn how to use your sewing machine
Learn to use your sewing machine while making a pot holder.
During this class you'll learn everything you need to know to use your sewing machine including how to thread your machine, wind a bobbin, and do basic stitches. You'll leave the class with a finished potholder and the confidence to use your machine.
ages 13 and up
$40
Sign up here!
Haloween Bat Magnet
Join Marie for a spooky good time upcycling Scrappy materials into awesome magnets!
ages 10 and up
$10
Sign up here!
Palette Knife Painting Class
Come to the Scrappy Elephant and discover the joy of palette knife painting with Lindsay! It is a fun, expressive, and versatile painting technique. This Halloween Starry Night inspired painting class will be a fun way to spend and learn something new to get your in the fall spirit!
This class is great for adults wanting to learn something new.
All supplies are included.
$35
Sign up here!
Free Protest Sign Making
Use our supplies to make your sign for Saturday’s No Kings Protest!
CULTURE-JAMMING WITH TAROT CARDS (for witchy artists of any experience)
Grab your favorite witch hat and witch’s brew and come down to Scrappy! We will get creative, clever, and critical as we culture-jam with tarot cards! Wait, what’s culture-jamming?! Culture-jamming is the practice of taking a well-known image and changing/editing it to fit your message, like a parody. Think of it as you’re “jamming” two different ideas: you’re taking something popular, like the tarot card of “The Lovers,” and you’re adding your own "spin" to it, such as making the lovers two women, thus making a personal statement about what love looks like to you. In this space, we’re encouraging you to get personal and to make new friends!
In this class, we’ll look at a few famous culture-jamming examples, like the Harry Potter Alliance, an organization that uses parody to fight for social change (rather than fighting Lord Voldemort). We will also briefly look at the art history of tarot cards and the astonishing range of visual styles. You will determine a personal message that you want to share with the world and which iconic tarot card would be best to jam with! You will get to choose your preferred art form, such as using watercolors, ink, collage, etc. We will have an array of options. You’ll leave the class with a meaningful piece of art and, hopefully, some new witchy friends!
for teens and adults
suggested donation $10
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LEVEL UP YOUR ART BY ENGAGING IN SOCIAL CHANGE- A Class on Artivism for Visual & Performing Artists (professionals & hobbyists)
LEVEL UP YOUR ART BY ENGAGING IN SOCIAL CHANGE
A Class on Artivism for Visual & Performing Artists (professionals & hobbyists)
Your art can do so much more than decorate a wall or spark a conversation. It can play a bigger part in shaping history! Social change starts with a bold vision and social movements require creative thinkers! Especially if you’re feeling overwhelmed by the news, hopeless or lost about what to do, OR if you’re feeling fiery and looking for guidance and comrades, this is the space for you! In this class, you will develop ideas in how to use your art forms and crafts to positively impact your community and change society. Through creative prompts and exercises, we will put words and images onto paper to capture our utopian ideas. No idea is too radical in this safe space! This will not be your typical vision board, collage-making, creative writing, or journaling workshop. This is the start of an epic journey. You will have the opportunity to share aloud your visions for a transformed society and then, collectively, we’ll work backwards to determine SMART goals and arts-based strategies (both visual and performative) for achieving our visions. You will leave the workshop with a piece of art JUST FOR YOU, a drafted plan for your future Artivism (Art & Activism) project, and extra resources to deepen your understanding of the history of Artivism.
for teens and adults
suggested donation $10
Sign up here!
Free Make and Take
Drop into the Scrappy Elephant between 10 and 1 and use our “trash” to make a treasure! Decorate your initials with fun bits to create a cute upcycled art piece to hang in your space.
Big Beautiful Blooms with Georgia O’Keeffe
Drop off your kiddos with Rebekah for two hours of art making magic!
Have you ever taken the time to really stop and smell the flowers? To notice the little freckles of color, the fuzzy pollen, the way the edges of the petals curve and curl? In this class, students will work with pastels to make a zoomed in blossom inspired by the work of Georgia O’Keeffe. Georgia wanted to bring attention to those things that we often take for granted as we busily pass by in our days -- by zooming in to flowers she pushes us to take a closer look. Students will pick a flower image and focus on the detail to render a colorful zoomed in look at a flower. In my approach to teaching kids, I will give them instruction and guidance but also allow for individual artistic decisions. You child will leave with a unique piece they should be proud of.
Ages 6-11
$25
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Circles of Color with Kandinsky
Drop off the kiddos with Rebekah for two hours of art making magic!
Have you ever wondered how two colors will look together but you didn't want to incorporate it into your piece because you were scared it wouldn't look right and would ruin the whole thing? Well, Kandinsky did lots of color experiments using simple motifs that he repeated over and over so he could see how various colors would interact with one another. It's a wonderful practice to learn how colors work together and against each other. In this class we will dive into hands on color theory as we play with circles and how different colors interact- inspired by the work of Kandinsky. We will use crayons, pastels, and watercolor to see how the various colors look when placed side by side. In my approach to teaching kids, I will give them instruction and guidance but also allow for individual artistic decisions. Your child will leave with a unique piece they should be proud of.
Ages 6-11
$25
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