Introduction to Canning: Water Bath CanningIntroduction to Canning: Water Bath Canning From preserving your garden harvest to putting up locally purchased produce, canning is a great way to preserve the season’s bounty. Unlike baking, home canning requires knowledge of the science behind food preservation. In this introductory class, participants will learn about the risk of …

Introduction to Canning: Water Bath CanningIntroduction to Canning: Water Bath Canning @ The El Paso County Fair Come join us at the El Paso County Fair! From preserving your garden harvest to putting up locally purchased produce, canning is a great way to preserve the season’s bounty. Unlike baking, home canning requires knowledge of the …

Learn to paint three-dimensional art by using a pallet knife to achieve texture and depth in a design you will want to hang on your wall.Painting workshops are a fun way to learn a new skill, laugh with friends, and make something personal for your home. Only, often the designs are not something you would …

Kids 7-12 will be joining Sweetwater for a morning of making designer floral canvas bags, whimsical flower crowns, and lunch.Sweetwater Flower Market is excited to announce our first ever Floral Kids Camp! Get ready for your child to immerse themselves in the world of flowers and creativity. Tuesday July 18: Focuses on wearable floral design. …

Take your hosting skills up a notch by learning the art of pairing wines with appetizers, cheeses, desserts and more.Ever arrived at a party and been asked what wine you would like to drink and been unsure what you like, or are baffled by the names on the menu? Hosting an event and want to …

Kids ages 7-12 will learn skills needed to design their own hand tie bouquet, how to press flowers and design them in a frame, and eat lunchHere are Sweetwater, we LOVE kids! Children who come in and select their own flowers from the bouquet bar are celebrities for our team. This day is all about …

Everything is better when shared! Learn how to make 2 sweet arrangements, share a glass of wine, and nibble charcuterie at Sweetwater.Join Sweetwater Flower Market for our "Pocket Full of Sunshine" floral arranging workshop. Come learn how to make a sweet arrangement for you and one to share with a friend. By the time you …

Learn the steps to safely and confidently pressure can low acid foods such as vegetables, meats, soups and much more.From preserving your garden harvest to putting up locally purchased produce, canning is a great way to preserve the season’s bounty. Home canning requires knowledge of the science behind food preservation. In this introductory class, participants …

A botanical journey near the summit of Pikes Peak where we will identify native plants and introduce botanical keying.Park Description: Pikes Peak stands at 14,115 and is home to an array of diverse flora and fauna. Alpine plants have adapted to survive in harsh conditions with lean soils and this class will introduce you to …

Pickling Technique PresentationPickling Technique Presentation @ The El Paso County Fair Come join us at the El Paso County Fair! If you love pickled vegetables and summer relish, come learn how to make your own. You will learn how to safely water bath can pickles, relish, salsa and chutney in the 1 hour presentation.No registration …

Flowers fade away, but paintings never do. Learn to paint three-dimensional art by using a pallet knife to achieve texture and depth.Summer is here! Come celebrate warm months full of fresh flowers by painting a beautiful vase full of bluebonnets and other beautiful wildflower blooms. Tyler will offer instruction on painting three-dimensional art by using …

The Doctor is in! Plant doctors that is....Plant consultants from Potted are joining Sweetwater Old Colorado City for a pop-up event.Let's be real, plants are beautiful and soothing, but keeping them healthy and alive can be frustrating or baffling. Potted plant consultants are here to help. Join us at Sweetwater Flower Market in Old Colorado …

Learn how to make your summer favorite blended drinksEver wonder why frozen drinks are a summer staple? Now you can learn how to make your favorite frozen cocktails. Included in the class:Welcome punchThe history of blended cocktailsTechniques and tricks on how to make the best frozen drinks4 different blended cocktails to enjoyRaffle Prizesand much more!**Must …

Learn the needle felting technique while making this keepsake Colorado state flag ornament at Sweetwater Flower Market for Colorado Day.Come celebrate Colorado's 147th birthday as you make a keepsake Colorado state flag ornament using the needle felting technique. August 1st commemorates the day that Colorado was admitted to be a state of the Union. The …

Learn the needle felting technique while making this keepsake Colorado state flag ornament at Sweetwater Flower Market for Colorado Day.Come celebrate Colorado's 147th birthday as you make a keepsake Colorado state flag ornament using the needle felting technique. August 1st commemorates the day that Colorado was admitted to be a state of the Union. The …