{"product_id":"create-your-own-bonsai","title":"Create Your Own Bonsai","description":"\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThere is something truly magical about bonsai — the ancient art of shaping and training miniature trees to reflect the beauty and character of full grown trees in nature. Rooted in Chinese and Japanese tradition, bonsai is both a craft and a practice of patience.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIn this hands-on 2.5 hour workshop, instructor Dave Gehrs will guide you step by step through the process of designing and creating your very own living bonsai tree. You'll choose your own pot and pre-bonsai plant, then learn how to shape and design your tree through trimming, wiring, and bending branches. Dave will also walk you through bonsai soil, root pruning, potting, and proper watering so you can keep your tree healthy and thriving long after the workshop is over.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis is a small, intimate class in a studio space designed for making and learning. With plenty of room to spread out and focus, this workshop is about more than just a fun night out — it's a foundation class that gives you a genuine introduction to bonsai as a craft, with the techniques and knowledge you'll need to continue growing and developing your practice for years to come.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNo experience necessary — just a curiosity for this beautiful and meditative art form!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEverything you need is provided, including your bonsai pot, a mini jade pre-bonsai that you can begin shaping and take home with you, bonsai soil, sculpting wire, and a bonsai care sheet to take home.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 128, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInstructor:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 128, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eDave Gehrs \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 128, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDate:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 128, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eFriday, July 17 \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 128, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTime:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 6pm – 8:30pm \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 128, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLocation:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Main Street Studio, 786 Charlton Road, Charlton NY 12019\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 128, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWorkshop Costs:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 128, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e$109 non-members \/ $98.10 members \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cem\u003e(use member promo code at checkout!)\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Materials, tax and bonsai to take home with you included. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 128, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout Dave Gehrs:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDave Gehrs has been a bonsai enthusiast for over 35 years, and his passion for the art of miniature trees, Suiseki (viewing stones), and Japanese gardens runs deep. With a strong foundation in core bonsai techniques — including pruning, trimming, wiring, repotting, and tree care — Dave has been teaching beginner and intermediate workshops throughout the Capital District, making bonsai approachable and enjoyable for newcomers.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHis workshops emphasize creativity, patience, and a deep respect for nature, with plenty of hands-on experience to guide students through the process of creating their own perfect tiny tree.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDave is also a valued member of Main Street Studio, where he spends much of his time creating ceramic bonsai pots and wooden bonsai stands. We are so excited to have him share his bonsai knowledge with our community.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Dave Gehrs","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47076940185739,"sku":null,"price":109.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0548\/7309\/6331\/files\/BonsaiWorkshopCover-100.jpg?v=1779800583","url":"https:\/\/mainstreetcharlton.com\/products\/create-your-own-bonsai","provider":"Main Street Studio","version":"1.0","type":"link"}