On the weekend of February 21-22, the Savage Fencing Club will be hosting its signature event -- the Choco Therapy.  This event will feature almost 100 of the best fencers in the Middle Atlantic region, competing in foil and epee. The top men and women in each event will receive a box of delicious chocolate truffles, created by Sweet Cascades Chocolatier.  Drop by if you want to see some exciting action in this fast-growing Olympic sport!

Weave your own Dreamcatcher ✨ Learn its sacred meaning & craft a unique piece with feathers, beads & intention in Alumia Design Studio Step into the sacred tradition of Dreamcatcher making, rooted in the wisdom of Native American culture. Dreamcatchers were originally crafted by the Ojibwe people, woven as protective talismans to catch bad dreams and negative energy in their webs, while allowing peaceful visions to flow through. Hanging above one’s resting place, they became symbols of protection, harmony, and the belief that beauty and spirit can be intertwined in daily life. In this workshop, you’ll be guided through the old ways of creating your own dreamcatcher, working with a large collection of feathers, beads, and natural materials. As you weave and adorn your dreamcatcher, you’ll bring forth your own energy and intentions, creating a truly personal piece to take home—one that is both beautiful and spiritually meaningful. This workshop takes place in Alumia Design Studio, a unique and magical space nestled inside our handmade jewelry shop. The studio is filled with creative energy and the spirit of craft, where many kinds of workshops come to life: from jewelry-making to crystal wire trees, to calming zen gardens. Each workshop is an […]

Create a magical wire tree on a crystal base! A 2.5-hour workshop to twist, shape & craft your own enchanted sculpture. Join us for a magical and relaxing 2.5-hour workshop where you'll create a stunning metal wire tree sculpture on top of a large crystal base. You'll learn to twist and shape copper wire into your very own enchanted tree. Feel free to bring your own base — whether it’s a crystal, a sturdy rock, or a unique piece of wood — or choose from our beautiful in-store crystal collection, available for purchase at fair rates at the start of the workshop. Please purchase tickets in advance via Eventbrite before going to the studio. (Click on the "Learn More" button at the top of this page.) Location: Alumia Design Studio — the purple shop inside the New Weave building at Savage Mill. We’re right next to Bearing Gifts, across from Candles by Candy, and on the same floor as the Savage Fencing Club. You can park in either of the two main Savage Mill parking lots — both are just a short walk away.

Experience 3 hrs of calm & creation crafting your Zen Garden at Alumia Studio. Up to 3 creators per ticket. Step into stillness and creation with our most luxurious workshop experience. Over 3 inspiring hours, you’ll design and craft your own sacred Zen Garden — a one-of-a-kind piece of art that brings balance, beauty, and calm into your space. You’ll begin with a solid wooden base, the foundation for your garden. Using copper wire, you’ll twist and shape an ornamental tree, decorating it with many colorful crystals. With guidance, you’ll learn to work with epoxy and specialized pliers, exploring unique techniques to perfect your design. Each participant receives a complete set of materials, including: A solid wooden base for your garden Copper wire to create your tree of life Small and medium crystals to embed into your design (large, heavy crystals available for extra purchase) A set of bamboo rakes for shaping your sand Colored sand options to personalize your garden A selection of decorative accents to complete your sacred space More than just a craft, a Zen Garden is a spiritual tool. For centuries, Zen monks and artisans created them to reflect the harmony of nature, inviting meditation and mindfulness. By investing your time and energy into building your own, you’ll carry home not just a […]