Art Santa Fe

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Olive Rush’s Indiana farm family grew flax for linen and raised sheep for wool, and the women all spun, wove, knitted, crocheted, and sewed. An entry in Rush’s journal at age 16 says: “commenced making dresses and … some aprons to take to Earlham.”
In this Valentine’s-themed workshop, you will create a cozy, hand-knit chunky blanket—perfect for celebrating love, connection, and comfort. Whether you’re making it as a heartfelt gift for someone special or as a keepsake for yourself, this soft, oversized blanket is designed to wrap you in warmth and intention.
No needles or prior knitting experience required. This class is ideal for beginners and creatives of all skill levels who want to learn a relaxing, tactile craft while creating something meaningful and beautiful.
You will be guided step-by-step through the process, from selecting romantic or neutral color palettes to understanding yarn textures and mastering the basic hand-knitting techniques needed to complete your blanket. Each participant will leave with a finished (or nearly finished) Valentine’s Day chunky knit blanket and the confidence to continue creating at home.
COST: $65.00 plus $40.00 materials fee collected the day of the class
MATERIALS: All materials are provided.
TEACHER: Daisy Gonzales is the owner and maker behind Tilly’s Shop, a small New Mexico–based business located in Rio Rancho and proudly part of the New Mexico True family. She specializes in custom embroidery, apparel, and personalized gifts that are made-to-order and created with care and intention. “I began Tilly’s Shop in 2022 during a deeply personal season of my life. After the loss of my daughter, creativity became a grounding outlet for my grief and a way to reconnect with purpose, healing, and hope.”

https://centersantafe.org/weight-of-it-all?mc_cid=723283a4af&mc_eid=7f6447026c

CENTER, 1570 Pacheco St, B-1, Santa Fe, NM 87505

EXHIBITION DATES • Feb. 13 – Mar. 13, 2026
OPENING RECEPTION • Feb. 13, 2026 • 5–7 PM (MT)
ARTIST TALK • Feb. 18, 2026 • 6–7 PM (MT)
WHERE • 1570 Pacheco St, B-1, Santa Fe, NM 87505
HOW • Free & Public
LEARN MORE • centersantafe.org/weight-of-it-all

WEIGHT OF IT ALL
EXHIBITION, OPENING RECEPTION, & ARTIST TALK
Weight of It All is a collaborative photographic project by Heather Mattera and Ben Mattera that chronicles a teenage son’s experience with an eating disorder. Through intimate images and shared authorship, the work maps the family’s inner terrain—body dysmorphia, fear, tenderness, and resilience—while exploring how creativity becomes both witness and refuge in the long, fragile process of healing.
Presented during National Eating Disorder Awareness Month, Weight of It All invites viewers into an intimate space of care, vulnerability, and reflection.

Come let in some love this season and craft something heartfelt for your LOVAH, your treasured friend, or yourself! Hosted by soul-led creative arts and writing teacher Claire Boyce of The One Who Sees Clearly Arts, this class will be a safe space for everyone to explore and create.

After an immersive Love Poetry workshop, participants will have the opportunity to type their creations on vintage typewriters, craft them into Valentines with a variety of supplies, and turn them into works of (visual) art.

DATE: Sunday, February 15 2026
LOCATION: 3140 Cerrillos Rd, Santa Fe, NM 87507
TIME: Love Poetry Workshop 1:00 - 2:00 PM,
Valentines Craft Workshop 2:00 - 3:00 PM
ENERGY EXCHANGE: $20 each for poetry or craft workshop.
$35 for both