Sea Glass Jewelry Workshop at Willow Springs Gardens — Wausau Evening Class

On the evening of June 10, 2026, Willow Springs Gardens at 5480 Hillcrest Dr, Wausau, WI 54401, USA, becomes a low-lit workshop where the Atlantic meets the Midwest. The Sea Glass Jewelry Class invites makers and first-timers to spend two hours turning authentic sea glass collected from St. Croix, U.S. Virgin Islands, into a finished necklace, a pair of earrings, or a complete set. Instructors Christi Stellingworth and Faye Blaubach lead the session from 6:00–8:00 p.m., combining step-by-step metalwork basics with approachable design guidance so each participant leaves with something personal and portable. The scene is intimate and practical: folding tables, music in the background, pizza on a side table, and a cash bar for those who’d like a drink while they work. The sea glass itself is the star—smoothed by Caribbean surf and weathered into jewel-like pebbles that contrast with central Wisconsin’s temperate garden backdrop. That contrast is part of the appeal; you’ll be handling fragments of a shoreline you may never visit while standing at a Midwestern garden table. This class is wheelchair accessible and framed for makers of all skill levels. Materials are provided; pricing options let you choose a necklace for $25, earrings for $20, or a set for $40. Space is limited, so pre-register at www.willowspringsgardens.com or use the provided booking link to secure a seat. The workshop doubles as a social evening—handmade craft, live music, and the comfort of pizza—making it an excellent low-stakes choice for date night, small groups, or an arts-focused solo outing. Beyond the immediate craft, the evening nods to broader stories: sea glass is scavenged glass reshaped by tides and time, and these pieces carry the salt and sunlight of St. Croix into inland Wisconsin. Locally, Wausau’s outdoor culture—from Rib Mountain State Park ridgelines to the Wisconsin River—offers exploration before or after the class, so you can pair a day hike with an evening of making. Practical notes: arrive a few minutes early to pick materials and claim a workspace, wear comfortable clothes you don’t mind getting a bit dusty, and plan to take home a small cardboard box for your finished work. Whether you come to learn basic wire-wrapping or to enjoy pizza and live music with a creative twist, the Sea Glass Jewelry Class at Willow Springs Gardens offers an accessible, tactile way to bring a piece of the Caribbean into your everyday. Wausau grew from 19th-century logging and paper manufacturing into a community that values craft and outdoor life. Bring small cash for the bar, allow time for onsite parking at 5480 Hillcrest Dr, and expect a welcoming mix of locals and visitors—people who come for music, pizza, and the satisfying quiet of making something by hand.