Tiled Threshold: Mosaic House Numbers and Plaques

TOTAL COST: $180
Course Fee: $160
Non-refundable materials fee: $20 (see Supply Information below)

DATE: SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 27 & SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 28, 2025
TIME: 1:00 PM-5:00 PM PDT
LEVEL: Beginner to Intermediate
AGE GROUP: Adult (ages 18 and up)
LOCATION: Building 324C, Fort Worden, Port Townsend.

DESCRIPTION
Design and create a custom mosaic plaque or house number to bring a personalized touch of art to your home or garden. In this two-session workshop, artist and instructor Barbara Henderson will guide you through each step of the mosaic-making process using a 9 x 20-inch precut substrate and an array of vibrant materials including glass, beads, and tile.

In the first session, you will explore layout possibilities and begin crafting your unique design. The second session will focus on completing your mosaic and preparing it for grouting. While grouting will be done at home once the adhesive has fully dried, you will receive a live demonstration, written instructions, and all necessary supplies—plus tips for achieving a professional finish. You will also be provided with resources to help you purchase a suitable frame, though frames are not included in the course fee.

Whether you're creating a house number or  a decorative plaque, this workshop welcomes all skill levels. All tools and materials are included, making it a creative, approachable, and satisfying project for anyone who wants to make their mark literally and artistically.

SUPPLY INFORMATION
All materials are provided. Students are asked to bring eye protection and a bag lunch.

COURSE DETAILS
After registration, course details are available via the Northwind Art School learning portal, including course syllabus and supply information. Learn more

ABOUT BARBARA
Barbara Henderson is a passionate mosaicist dedicated to helping others discover their creativity through the art of mosaics. Having embraced art later in life after a career in the corporate world, she now loves guiding students as they uncover their unique artistic vision. Barbara's favorite motto is, "Perfection can be purchased at the dollar store. Art and beauty are found in the unique and flawed." She lives in Gig Harbor with her husband, along with an ever-growing collection of dogs and chickens.
Artist website: Barbara Henderson

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DISCOUNTS
This course is eligible for a 10% member discount at the Supporter level and beyond. Get a membership today!

Don's Pharmacy and Art Toolkit in Port Townsend offer Northwind Art School students a 10% discount on art supplies.

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CANCELLATION POLICY
If Northwind Art has to cancel a course for any reason, all enrolled students will receive a 100% refund (including any materials fee).

Students who withdraw from a course at least seven days prior to its first meeting will receive a 90% refund (less any materials fee). 

Students withdrawing fewer than seven days from the first day of class are not eligible for a refund except in the case of illness or injury, in which case they are eligible to receive a 40% refund (less any materials fee).

Please note that 10% of every course’s registration fee is considered to be a non-refundable deposit in cases of withdrawal to cover administrative overhead. All refunds will be applied to the same credit card that was used for enrollment. No credits or transfers will be granted. 

Please email admin@northwindart.org if you wish to withdraw or for more information.