The Renwick Gallery comes alive with an evening of crafting, art, and fun at DC's original crafting happy hour. Thursday, April 25, 5:30 p.m.

Get Crafty with SAAM

Handi-hour
Thursday, April 25, 5:30 – 8 p.m.

Renwick Gallery
Pennsylvania Avenue at 17th Street, NW
Rubenstein Grand Salon
Tickets are $25 | Registration required

Enjoy a night of DIY crafting, drinks, and fun at DC’s original craft happy hour. Learn how to make felt and yarn pom poms to fashion your own strand of garland. Use them to add a pop of color and whimsy to almost anything! Admission includes light snacks, crafting materials, two drinks from ANXO, and after-hours access to the contemporary craft collection on the second floor of Smithsonian American Art Museum's Renwick Gallery.

Space is limited. Attendees must be 21 or older to attend and show a valid ID at the door.

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Want to Practice Before You Go?

Try your hand at making pom poms any time. In this instructional video, learn two types of popular pom poms: needle felted and yarn. Watch and learn at your own pace and show off what you know at the next Handi-hour.

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Image Credit: Photo by Norwood Photography