Explore Your Creative Side with Kentlands Mansion Workshops
Bring your Pinterest board to life with Kentlands Mansion’s creative class workshops. Explore the world of washi tape, create a floral arrangement in a vintage teacup, build a terrarium habitat, and learn the techniques to create and style a tasty charcuterie board. The elegant 19th century estate is located at 320 Kent Square Road. All guests are required to socially distance and wear masks.
World of Washi
Sunday, February 6, 10 a.m. – Noon
$40/$35 City of Gaithersburg Resident
Register online here.
Explore the world of washi with this fun workshop. Celebrate your favorite holiday by learning how to make a festive clothespin wreath with washi tape. It’s a sweet way to show your love and add festive décor to your home no matter the occasion.
Teas & Blooms
Sunday, March 6, 2 – 4 p.m.
$60/$55 City of Gaithersburg Resident
Register online here.
Creating a beautiful floral arrangement in a vintage teacup is a great way to upcycle. This class is perfect for beginners and for those more experienced who want to try something new. The workshop is led by an experienced florist who will give you secrets and tips to create a balanced and beautiful teacup arrangement. Flowers may vary; all materials are included. The only thing you need to bring is your enthusiasm and a beautiful vintage teacup ready for a second chance to shine. After the workshop, enjoy tea and scones at Kentlands Mansion.
Terrariums 101
Sunday, April 3, 2:30 – 3:30 p.m.
$35/$30 City of Gaithersburg Resident
Registration link available on March 1 at RecXpress (#12358)
Build your own habitat in this terrarium workshop. You’ll create your own self-sustaining little world using soil layers, rocks and small tropical plants in large mason jars. An expert art instructor will teach you how to use modeling clay to design additions to the habitat, like creatures, forestry and a fairy house.
Once Upon a Board
Thursday, May 12, 7 – 9 p.m.
$60/$55 City of Gaithersburg Resident
Registration link available on March 1 at RecXpress (#12359)
Charcuterie boards are tasty, beautiful, and perfect for any gathering or occasion. Filled with a variety of meats, cheeses, and other delicious fixings, these boards can be customized to your liking. Whether you’re looking to impress at your next get together or create the ideal snack to enjoy with your family, meat and cheese boards are the perfect solution. Learn the techniques and skills needed to create and style your very own board time and time again.
For more information, please e-mail Nikki-Ann.Yee@gaithersburgmd.gov or call 301-258-6425. Follow Kentlands Mansion on Pinterest, Instagram and Facebook. Visit us at www.gaithersburgmd.gov.
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