Description
General Craft Classes for Teens
3rd Wednesday, Monthly
In these craft classes for teens, we are going to be doing a variety of general craft projects. Some projects may take a couple of classes to complete, but the projects will vary.
For April we will be making this adorable wire and cloth rabbit.
Let us know if you have any questions at all! You can also reach out to us on Facebook!
Upcoming Projects
- January: TBA
- February: TBA
- March: TBA
- April 17th: Wire and cloth rabbit
- May: TBA
- June: TBA
- July: TBA
- August: TBA
- September: TBA
- October: TBA
- November: TBA
- December: TBA
Who:
Ages 13 and up.
When:
3rd Wednesday each month beginning in April
4 :00- 6:00 pm
Where:
The Artist’s Retreat
925-B W. Main Street
Collinsville, Oklahoma 74021
Benefits of Crafting for Teens
As with all creative pursuits, craft classes for teens are a fantastic creative outlet. Through art, teens can express themselves freely, and sometimes without realising it! Subconsciously, teens express their inner thoughts and feelings through their artwork. Art is a also great way for them to reflect on and manage their emotions. The process of turning a thought into a tangible piece of art fosters confidence improves self-esteem. Moreover, creative pursuits are proven to have a positive impact on mental health and wellbeing.
Research has shown that crafting can be an uplifting experience for teens. It can improve confidence, self-esteem, and reduce stress levels overall. Teens who suffer from stress, PTSD, anxiety disorders, depression, insomnia and even chronic pain have noticed a reduction in symptoms simply by incorporating crafts into their lives.
Crafting creates a situation very similar to that of meditation. When engaged in crafting, teens are focusing on only what is right in front of them. In those moments, time stands still. They are able to forget the stressors of the day and be part of something completely separate.
In addition, crafting stimulates the production of dopamine, the “feel good” neurotransmitter, that is responsible for pleasure and enjoyment.
