This month, MAKE is three years old.
Three years of glitter-dusted tables. Of strangers becoming friends. Of people walking in unsure and leaving with paint on their hands and something softer in their chest. Three years of choosing process over perfection — together.
To celebrate, we’re doing something we’ve never done before:
We’re repeating an experience.
The very first MAKE gathering invited you to create a clay self-portrait magnet — a tiny, tender version of yourself shaped by your own hands. It felt only right to return to that beginning.
This time, we’ll gather around the table again, rolling and pressing clay, shaping faces (realistic or wildly symbolic), adding texture, color, expression. Who are you now? What feels worth showing? What wants to be seen?
There’s something quietly powerful about making your own image. In art therapy, self-portraiture is less about likeness and more about relationship. It invites reflection without overthinking. It allows us to externalize what’s internal. To witness ourselves with curiosity instead of critique. To say: I’m here. I count. I’m still becoming.
These small clay magnets become little anchors — reminders on the fridge or workspace that you are allowed to take up space, evolve, soften, play.
This is the only time we’ve ever repeated a MAKE. Not because we ran out of ideas (HA) — but because beginnings matter. Because looking back can be its own kind of forward movement. Because three years in, it feels so powerful to ask: who were you then, and who are you now?
Come celebrate.
Come make yourself.
Again. 💛
🖐️ All materials + gentle MAKE-style guidance provided
☕ Snacks + sips included
💌 You’ll leave with hand-made manifestations… of you
✨ Space is limited — grab your spot while it’s open
Where: The Rainbow: 2910 University Ave
When: Thursday March 19, 2026 | 6-8pm
Details + Refund Policy: This experience begins at 6pm. Feel free to park in the North Park Garage located at 3829 29th St. The hourly cost is reasonable if you can’t find street parking. The address of The Rainbow is 2910 University Ave. No refunds. Due to the intimate nature of our classes, we are not able to offer refunds. You are however welcome to send someone in your place.
MAKE is a monthly series hosted by Mara Altman and Nicole Zappala where we gather to connect and create over accessible, funky crafts. Experiences are guided by our hosts or in some cases, we invite artists and makers in to guide us. Check out some of the MAKEs we’ve done on Instagram.
This month, MAKE is three years old.
Three years of glitter-dusted tables. Of strangers becoming friends. Of people walking in unsure and leaving with paint on their hands and something softer in their chest. Three years of choosing process over perfection — together.
To celebrate, we’re doing something we’ve never done before:
We’re repeating an experience.
The very first MAKE gathering invited you to create a clay self-portrait magnet — a tiny, tender version of yourself shaped by your own hands. It felt only right to return to that beginning.
This time, we’ll gather around the table again, rolling and pressing clay, shaping faces (realistic or wildly symbolic), adding texture, color, expression. Who are you now? What feels worth showing? What wants to be seen?
There’s something quietly powerful about making your own image. In art therapy, self-portraiture is less about likeness and more about relationship. It invites reflection without overthinking. It allows us to externalize what’s internal. To witness ourselves with curiosity instead of critique. To say: I’m here. I count. I’m still becoming.
These small clay magnets become little anchors — reminders on the fridge or workspace that you are allowed to take up space, evolve, soften, play.
This is the only time we’ve ever repeated a MAKE. Not because we ran out of ideas (HA) — but because beginnings matter. Because looking back can be its own kind of forward movement. Because three years in, it feels so powerful to ask: who were you then, and who are you now?
Come celebrate.
Come make yourself.
Again. 💛
🖐️ All materials + gentle MAKE-style guidance provided
☕ Snacks + sips included
💌 You’ll leave with hand-made manifestations… of you
✨ Space is limited — grab your spot while it’s open
Where: The Rainbow: 2910 University Ave
When: Thursday March 19, 2026 | 6-8pm
Details + Refund Policy: This experience begins at 6pm. Feel free to park in the North Park Garage located at 3829 29th St. The hourly cost is reasonable if you can’t find street parking. The address of The Rainbow is 2910 University Ave. No refunds. Due to the intimate nature of our classes, we are not able to offer refunds. You are however welcome to send someone in your place.
MAKE is a monthly series hosted by Mara Altman and Nicole Zappala where we gather to connect and create over accessible, funky crafts. Experiences are guided by our hosts or in some cases, we invite artists and makers in to guide us. Check out some of the MAKEs we’ve done on Instagram.
