DIY in the Junction
Saturday, February 21 | All day
Crafts | Make-and-Takes | Samplers
See what you can create and learn in Valley Junction. Classes run all day long!
HOW DOES THIS WORK? IT’S EASY!
- Pick a class or two or three from the list below
- Contact the store direct to register for the class (if required)
- Show up for your class on Saturday, February 21
- Create, learn, and laugh with your date, family, and friends
MAKE YOUR OWN CAT TOY @ Coffee Cats (312 5th)
1pm – 3pm | $5.50
Walk-ins only | All ages
Each participant can make either their own cat wand toy and/or kicker stick filled with cat nip.
DIY PINS, MAGNETS, & KEYCHAINS @ Bing’s (213 5th)
10am – 4pm | Pins: $1.95 | Magnets: $2.95 | Keychains: $3.95!
Walk-ins only | All ages
Make your own pin, magnet, or keychain with a photo by coloring in one of our designs or by making your own!
CRAFTERNOON OPEN STUDIO @ MIX Creative Community (131 5th)
12pm – 4pm | Free
Walk-ins only | All ages
Bring in your own projects and spend a little time making progress alongside other crafters! Snacks, as well as a few crafty activities and prompts for inspiration, will be on hand! Feel free to stop in for a quick hang or stick around awhile! Seating space is limited, but everyone is welcome.
HIBERNATE & CREATE @ MITZI’S Kitchen & Cocktails (116 5th)
5pm – 8pm | $50.00 (includes one drink)
Registration: Email | Adults
A Comfy night of painting, good cocktails, and great company. If you’ve been cooped up all January, this is the perfect date for you. Join us for this (mostly) self-led class with (a lot of) direction from the instructor Kristen Jones. Bring an idea or a picture to recreate & register by emailing KristenJonesDesign@gmail.com. All Supplies will be provided. (Aprons are not included)
DIP YOUR OWN TREATS – Guided by expert confectioners @ Rocky Mountain Chocolate Factory (113 5th)
10am – 5pm | See prices below
Registration: Online | Walk-ins allowed | All ages
Guests with reservations will dip a platter of goodies in a space away from public traffic. While supplies last, walk-ins may dip from the à la carte menu in our house blend of milk and dark chocolate with coconut oil.
Platters for those with reservations: Dip and drizzle treats in your choice of milk chocolate, dark chocolate, and white confection. Add a caramel apple to any platter for $15.
- ½ Dozen Strawberries: $30.00 Milk Chocolate, Dark Chocolate and Strawberry Cheesecake
- Berries & Cherries: $40.00 6 strawberries, 3 bunches of cherries
- Sweet & Salty: $40.00 3 marshmallow skewers, 3 pretzel rods
- 3 Caramel Apples: $50.00 “Dress” caramel apples to make 3 popular varieties, the Apple Pie, Tiger Butter, and Pecan Bear Caramel Apple.
A la carte while supplies last.
- Strawberry: $5.00
- Pretzel Rod: $5.00
- Skewered Marshmallow: $6.50
- Cherry bunch: $5.00
DECORATIVE WOOD BURNING WORKSHOP @ Butterfly Cottage @ Memory Lane Antiques (208 5th)
11am – 1pm & 2pm – 4pm | $55.00
Registration: Phone (515) 249-7495 | Email | Walk-ins allowed (if space available) | Teens & adults
Discover the joy of Pyrography and burn your own Acacia wood charcuterie board. (17″ x 6″ x1/4″) Choose from 3 different designs and learn some tips and techniques from an experienced pyrography artist.
Level: Beginner
Supplies: provided
Age: 13yrs +
CHARM BOOKMARK MAKING GATHERING W/ DARLIN DSM @ Reading in Public Bookstore + Cafe (315 5th, Ste. 100)
5pm – 7pm | 1-charm bookmark: $20 | 3-charm bookmark: $30
Registration: Online | Teens & adults
Join us for a creative night out as Reading in Public partners with Darlin DSM Charm Bar for a special DIY in the Junction experience! Design your own one-of-a-kind bookmark, decked out with charms from Darlin’s beautiful and ever-growing collection. Whether you’re crafting for yourself or making a thoughtful gift, you’ll leave with something both practical and personal. Enjoy a cozy, welcoming atmosphere as you create, browse, and unwind in our bookstore. All materials are included, and you’ll be guided through the process—no experience needed. Plus, all attendees receive a 15% off coupon to use at Reading in Public during the event. Come craft, shop, and connect with fellow book lovers in Valley Junction! Spots are limited—reserve yours soon.
MARBLING KEYCHAINS @ The Blok DSM (204 1/2 5th)
11am – 4pm | $12
Registration: Phone (515) 305-6404 | Walk-ins allowed (if space available) | All ages
Create your own marbled wooden bead keychain! Design and string your keychain, then transform it with our mesmerizing marbling technique. Watch as colorful paint swirls on water, then dip your beads to capture a one-of-a-kind pattern. Each piece becomes a unique work of wearable art!
Our retail shops and restaurants on and off 5th will also be open. Make it a day in Valley Junction!
