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This Thanksgiving, We’re Grateful For Volunteer Marc MacDonald

2019-12-02T16:29:05-08:00

There are few Marc MacDonalds in the world. He was equal parts compassionate and ambitious, and endlessly giving. After a 30 year career in the Coast Guard, followed by a 13-year career in the private sector, we struck gold when Marc began donating his time to our studio in early 2014 and quickly became an integral part of our Bike Shop’s team. A self-proclaimed fixer, Marc loved tackling the most difficult bike donations, even taking frames home to do extra work after hours.

This Thanksgiving, We’re Grateful For Volunteer Marc MacDonald2019-12-02T16:29:05-08:00

What Makes GIFTY Special? Vendor Latisha Baker Knows!

2019-11-13T17:33:52-08:00

For most makers, November is high production time, and that is no different for Latisha Baker. This year, she’ll be returning for her third GIFTY craft show at The Crucible. About a year-and-a-half ago, Latisha committed to making art full time, but she’s been creating fine and wearable art for the past two decades.

What Makes GIFTY Special? Vendor Latisha Baker Knows!2019-11-13T17:33:52-08:00

Your Guide To Gift-Making At The Crucible

2019-11-21T13:57:21-08:00

The holidays come complete with cozy activities and quality time with loved ones. But sometimes, finding the perfect gift can be stressful. Thankfully, we know a way you can enjoy the best parts of the holiday season and leave the stress of gift-giving behind.

Your Guide To Gift-Making At The Crucible2019-11-21T13:57:21-08:00

GIFTY 2019: Annual Craft Show & Open House

2025-10-02T23:31:42-07:00

At GIFTY 2019, dozens of leading East Bay artists, craftspeople, and Crucible faculty members will be selling their best handmade pieces in a holiday celebration of local creative culture. You are sure to find the perfect gifts for the toughest people on your list with vendors showcasing exquisite pieces of jewelry, locally designed clothing and accessories, whimsical metal sculptures, practical ceramic tableware, and more!

GIFTY 2019: Annual Craft Show & Open House2025-10-02T23:31:42-07:00

2020 Member Registration Guide: The Best And Brightest

2020-01-07T20:27:34-08:00

Get your guide to 2020 member registration with our Volume 1 Catalog Awards, highlighting the best and brightest of our latest offerings.

2020 Member Registration Guide: The Best And Brightest2020-01-07T20:27:34-08:00

The Crucible Goes To East Bay Mini Maker Faire 2019

2025-10-02T23:31:43-07:00

Grab your friends, family, and neighbors for the 10th annual East Bay Mini Maker Faire on October 27. Celebrate the DIY spirit with family-friendly activities, exhibits, workshops, food, live music, and much more.

The Crucible Goes To East Bay Mini Maker Faire 20192025-10-02T23:31:43-07:00

You Will Be Slip Casting Ceramics With These 5 Easy Steps

2022-07-14T17:57:48-07:00

Making perfectly identical ceramics by hand can be a challenge. But with a plaster mold, ceramicists can make endless duplicates of their work. Slip casting is often used for production pottery or replicating highly detailed pieces, but that doesn't mean it's not for the novice potter or sculptor. Slip casting is a great way to get more familiar with the properties of clay and build on existing ceramic experience.

You Will Be Slip Casting Ceramics With These 5 Easy Steps2022-07-14T17:57:48-07:00

Our New Catalog Just Dropped—Get Your First Look

2019-10-09T11:46:21-07:00

Keep an eye out for our 2020 Volume 1 Catalog due in your mailbox any day! Here is your advanced look at all of our classes running now through March, with additional listings for Youth Spring and Summer Camps and adult weeklong classes through August.

Our New Catalog Just Dropped—Get Your First Look2019-10-09T11:46:21-07:00

Tricks And Treats At The Crucible

2025-10-02T23:31:44-07:00

There is a rumor going around that if you hang out at The Crucible after dark, you might just catch a ghost passing through our haunted train caboose. We can't promise you will have any ghostly encounters on Halloween night, but we do promise to have some of the tastiest chocolate around.

Tricks And Treats At The Crucible2025-10-02T23:31:44-07:00

October Bike Fix-A-Thon

2025-10-02T23:31:45-07:00

Join us for our October Bike Fix-A-Thon. West Oakland and neighboring community members are invited to bring their bikes to our studio for a tune-up.

October Bike Fix-A-Thon2025-10-02T23:31:45-07:00