art Makers Outpost Artist-Led Workshop: Leather Jewelry Making with Janara Banks
April 29 @ 6:45 am - 9:00 pm
$50
Hoop Dreams: Craft Your Own Hollow Leather Earrings
$50 per participant, all material provided. To register, please visit https://www.artmakersoutpost.com/oad-workshops
In the seventh iteration of Art Makers Outpost’s Artist-Led Adult Workshop, participants will create their own unique and incredible hand-crafted, lightweight, leather jewelry
Workshop Description: Join artist and designer Janara for a hands-on workshop where you’ll learn to handcraft your own pair of stylish Hollow Leather Hoops! Using upcycled leather and simple techniques, you’ll create bold, lightweight earrings that are as unique as you are. Perfect for beginners and fashion enthusiasts alike, this workshop is all about creativity, fun, and a touch of eco-friendly flair. Leave with a custom pair of hoops and the skills to make more!
Janara Banks (She/her) is a Chicago-based artist, leatherworker, and jewelry designer who transforms upcycled leather, denim, and vibrant beads into bold, eco-conscious statement pieces. As the founder of Sili+Bells, she blends sustainability with luxury, offering handcrafted jewelry and accessories that reflect her creativity, passion, and commitment to ethical fashion. Beyond her craft, Janara is a wife, mother of five, and a champion of community, drawing inspiration from her vibrant family life and love for the environment.
ARTIST LED WORKSHOPS at Art Makers Outpost are BYOB and 18+
6:45 pm-9:00 pm on select Tuesday Evenings.
Doors Open @ 6:45 pm | Pre-Registration Required
6:45 pm-9:00 pm | BYOB | Appetizers Provided 18+ | Must be 21+ to BYOB Alcohol or Imbibe Alcohol
