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Embroidery Basics: Onsite

Chicago Botanic Garden @ 1000 Lake Cook Road, Chicago, IL

Learn the art of embroidery from Project Runway alumnus Justin LeBlanc as he shares his expertise and experiences at this exclusive workshop. Discover basic embroidery designs and techniques while receiving all the necessary materials for your next project. Don't miss this opportunity to learn from a renowned fashion designer!

(126) Beginner 18 and older
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$187
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Sashiko Holiday Napkins

Chicago Botanic Garden @ 1000 Lake Cook Road, Chicago, IL

Learn the exquisite art of Sashiko stitching and create festive holiday napkins that will add elegance to your dinner table. Join us for a workshop where you will master intricate stitchwork and create unique designs that are sure to impress your guests. All materials provided.

(126) All levels 18 and older
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$187
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Rejuvenated Jewelry Mini Session

Chicago Botanic Garden @ 1000 Lake Cook Road, Chicago, IL

Unleash your creativity and breathe new life into timeless keepsakes at this unique jewelry making session. Learn the art of soldering, wire wrapping, and stringing to transform old and new elements into stunning pieces that reflect your personal style. Collect your treasures now and get ready for an unforgettable experience!

(126) All levels 18 and older
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$162

4 sessions

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Mosaic Workshop Mini Session

Chicago Botanic Garden @ 1000 Lake Cook Road, Chicago, IL

Discover the ancient art of pique assiette at a renowned botanical garden. Create a stunning mosaic masterpiece from discarded china and glass, transforming broken pieces into a work of art. Join us for a unique crafting experience that combines creativity with sustainability.

(126) All levels 18 and older
No upcoming schedules
$162

4 sessions

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Herbal Holiday Wreath

Chicago Botanic Garden @ 1000 Lake Cook Road, Chicago, IL

Get into the holiday spirit by crafting your own unique and fragrant holiday wreath using a combination of holiday greens, herbs, dried orange slices, and spices. Perfect for decorating your home or giving as a thoughtful homemade gift this holiday season. Don't forget to bring your gloves and pruners!

(126) All levels 18 and older
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$162
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Portrait Embroidery

Chicago Botanic Garden @ 1000 Lake Cook Road, Chicago, IL

Join Project Runway alumnus Justin LeBlanc as he shows examples of basic embroidery designs and tells us about his experiences on Project Runway and at the couture fashion house, Alexander McQueen. In this beginner's portrait embroidery workshop, there is an opportunity for you to stitch on preprinted portrait images on fabric to add an embroidery spin. All materials are included.

(126) All levels 18 and older
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$187
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Snowflake-Inspired Sashiko Workshop

Chicago Botanic Garden @ 1000 Lake Cook Road, Chicago, IL

Discover the art of Sashiko stitching at the Chicago Botanic Garden and create stunning, snowflake-inspired designs using intricate stitchwork. All materials are included in this unique workshop.

(126) All levels 18 and older
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$187
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Principles of Planting Design

Chicago Botanic Garden @ 1000 Lake Cook Road, Chicago, IL

Learn how to create stunning outdoor spaces by combining different planting layers. Discover plant combinations, layers, and patterns through active discussions and case studies. Prerequisites include Graphics and Principles of Garden Design.

(126) All levels 18 and older
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$199

3 sessions

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Garden Design: Art of the 5 x 7 Sketch

Chicago Botanic Garden @ 1000 Lake Cook Road, Chicago, IL

Learn the art of creating conceptual sketches for garden designs with the Garden Design: Art of the 5 x 7 Sketch course at Chicago Botanic Garden. Discover fundamental tricks and techniques to capture landscape elements freehand in a casual spirit, perfect for impressing clients and adding a touch of creativity to your designs.

(126) All levels 18 and older
No upcoming schedules
$199

3 sessions

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The Art of the 5 x 7 Sketch

Chicago Botanic Garden @ 1000 Lake Cook Road, Chicago, IL

Learn the secrets of capturing the essence of landscapes with freehand sketches in this garden design class. Discover the art of creating conceptual sketches that convey character and clarity, while adding a splash of color for added impact. Join us for an immersive course on landscape drawing and unlock your artistic potential.

(126) All levels 18 and older
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$199

3 sessions

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Yoga Flow Intermediate

Chicago Botanic Garden @ 1000 Lake Cook Road, Chicago, IL

Elevate your yoga practice and reach new levels of strength and flexibility with the invigorating Yoga Flow series in a serene botanical setting. Unleash your inner power as you connect breath with movement, taking your practice to exhilarating new heights. Unwind and recharge your mind and body in this challenging class with like-minded yogis.

(126) Intermediate 18 and older
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$212

9 sessions

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Tropical Bonsai Workshop

Chicago Botanic Garden @ 1000 Lake Cook Road, Glencoe, IL

This comprehensive workshop will cover all aspects of seasonal tropical tree care, including pruning, wiring, repotting and more.  Styles, grafting, air layering, and soil types will also be discussed.

(126) All levels 18 and older
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Charming Bungalow Garden Design

Chicago Botanic Garden @ 1000 Lake Cook Road, Chicago, IL

Bungalows and Arts and Crafts-inspired houses are typically charming smaller homes found in cities and suburbs across the country. These popular style homes are appealing because they were often designed to be in harmony with nature and outdoor living. Discover how plants, hardscape, and other elements can enhance your own bungalow garden.

(126) All levels 18 and older
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Chronicle of a Vegetable Garden

Chicago Botanic Garden @ 1000 Lake Cook Road, Chicago, IL

Experience a full season of a Chicago vegetable garden with the focus on what to do, why, and when. During the session, you will follow a successful home vegetable gardener from plant selection all the way through harvest (and everything in between). Join us for a great opportunity to sharpen existing gardening skills and, perhaps, learn some new ones.

(126) All levels 18 and older
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Organic Vegetable Gardening Basics

Chicago Botanic Garden @ 1000 Lake Cook Rd, Chicago, IL

Learn the basic techniques and tools required to grow your own vegetables. Site selection, bed and soil preparation, seed sowing, transplanting, and harvesting techniques will be covered.  You will receive a packet of seeds to grow at home.

(126) Beginner 18 and older
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Succulents 101

Chicago Botanic Garden @ 1000 Lake Cook Road, Chicago, IL

Do you think you lack a green thumb? Do you have trouble keeping plants alive? Explore the captivating world of succulents. We will discuss needs and care techniques of common succulents and cactus, what succulence in plants really means, and other examples of low-maintenance arid plants. This class will be taught online via Zoom. All registrations must be submitted online two days before your class starts. Registered students will receive login...

(126) Beginner 18 and older
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Bird Walk: Summer Nesting Birds

Chicago Botanic Garden @ 1000 Lake Cook Road, Glencoe, IL

Join us as we look for and study the nesting birds of the Garden. We’ll spend time learning how to identify their territorial songs and how to perform a nesting bird survey.  We will start out at the Barbara Brown Nature Reserve, which has good variety of nesting birds and is a place most visitors to the Garden do not normally visit. We will also check out nesting birds of the prairies, as well as herons, shorebirds, and waterfowl. ...

(126) All levels 18 and older
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Growing Using and Storing Herbs

Chicago Botanic Garden @ 1000 Lake Cook Road, Chicago, IL

This class looks at what you'll need to successfully grow a variety of herbs in a sunny place in the ground, on a patio, or on a deck. You'll learn what is needed to grow healthy plants, how and when to harvest them, how to store them, and how to use them.

(126) All levels 18 and older
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Dig, Divide, and Store Dahlias

Chicago Botanic Garden @ 1000 Lake Cook Road, Glencoe, IL

Dahlias are a highlight of the late summer garden. Gain hands-on experience in how to prepare them for the dormant winter months. You will learn how to dig up and divide the tubers and how to store them over the winter. Reap the rewards of your labor with a pot of tubers to take home and store and then plant in your home garden next spring.  Dress for a hands-on, outdoor experience; bring gloves if preferred.

(126) All levels 18 and older
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From the Drawing Board to the Border

Chicago Botanic Garden @ 1000 Lake Cook Road, Chicago, IL

Discover the expert strategies and insider tips you need to seamlessly bring your garden designs to life in this comprehensive course. Learn how to effectively plan your budget, create a shopping list, and establish a timeline for phased work. Enhance your skills in purchasing plants and collaborating with landscape professionals to ensure stunning results every step of the way.

(126) All levels 18 and older
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