Just in time for the Holidays, Etsy NY team member, Rekha Krishnamurthi of DivineNYCo is offering more of her popular "Design Your Own Silk Scarf" and new "Carve Your Own Stamp for the Holidays" classes through Sidetour.com. Please note these workshops are not an EtsyNY Team event, they are independently run by Rekha, a fellow Team member.

Design Your Own Silk Scarf

In this 2-hour workshop, you’ll learn how to paint on silk and design your own silk scarf using silk dyes, eyedroppers, resists and other tools. Once the scarf sets and dries, you’ll have a beautiful creation to take home! All tools and dyes will be supplied. Participants are encouraged to dress casually and bring their creativity and design ideas with them! Though sample designs will be provided to help inspire you.

Workshop dates:

Oct 25, 2014 12:00 – 2:00pm

Nov 4, 2014 6:30 – 8:30pm

Nov 15, 2014 12:00 – 2:00pm

Nov 18, 2014 6:30 – 8:30pm

Dec 6, 2014 12:00 – 2:00pm

Dec 9, 2014 6:30 – 8:30pm

Dec 13, 2014 12:00 – 2:00pm

Location: Upper West Side, 2255 Broadway, New York, NY 10024 (between 80th and 81st Streets)

Cost: $65.00

Please CLICK HERE to register (you will be re-directed to SideTours.com)

Carve Your Own Rubber Stamp in time for the Holidays

Holiday decorating might not be the first thing that comes to mind when you hear the word linoleum, but in this workshop you will learn how to transform a plain, unassuming lino-block into a one-of-a-kind stamp with countless seasonal uses. Using a lino-cutter, you’ll learn how to imprint your own unique design into a linoleum block, adding a personal touch to gift tags, cards and wrapping paper. Watch a demonstration on how to roll your stamp with ink and print on fabric or paper. You’ll leave with your one-of-a-kind rubber stamp along with detailed written instructions on how to print with ink at home.

Workshop Dates:

Oct 28, 2014: 6:30 – 8:30pm

Nov 1, 2014: 2:00 – 4:00pm

Nov 8, 2014: 2:00 – 4:00pm

Location: Ripley Grier Studio, 520 8th Ave, New York, NY 10018

Cost: $55.00

CLICK HERE to register (you will be re-directed to SideTours.com)

Both classes look to be not just creatively exciting, but great for gift giving and crafting this Holiday season.