Key West Craft Classes and Lessons

Craft classes and lessons in Key West for private group events.
Key West Custom Tote Bag Decorating Class with canvas bags and colorful patches

Key West Boatkin Bag Decorating Class

$125.00

Hand-knotted gemstone candy necklace made during a Key West jewelry class.

Key West Candy Necklace Jewelry Class

$75.00

Key West seashell jewelry class. Learn to make a custom necklace.

Key West Seashell Jewelry Class

$75.00

Key West Custom Tote Bag Decorating Class with canvas bags and colorful patches

Key West Boatkin Bag Decorating Class

$125.00

Hand-knotted gemstone candy necklace made during a Key West jewelry class.

Key West Candy Necklace Jewelry Class

$75.00

Key West seashell jewelry class. Learn to make a custom necklace.

Key West Seashell Jewelry Class

$75.00

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Welcome to Key West’s premier creative hub for hands-on, memorable crafting experiences. Whether you are a local looking to master a new skill or a visitor seeking things to do in paradise, our expert-led workshops provide a relaxed, fun environment to unleash your creativity.

Every session is designed by a seasoned artisan and tailored to your skill level, ensuring you walk away with a beautiful, professional-grade piece you will actually use and wear.

Minimum of 4 people per class. 

Jewelry Making & Tote Bag Decorating Workshops

We host specialized creative sessions right here in the keys. We skip the complicated, frustrating steps to focus on the joy of creating. Browse our current workshops below and reserve your seat at the crafting table.

Key West Bachelorette Party Ideas

Skip the standard bar crawls and give the bride a unique, memorable experience. Our private jewelry and tote bag decorating workshops let your bridal party bond over creative crafts while creating custom, matching keepsakes to commemorate your Key West trip.

Girls' Night Out

Gather your friends for an unforgettable evening of crafting, chatting, and creating. Our workshops are designed to be highly social, making them a fantastic option for a fun night out with the girls.

Birthday Party Ideas

Celebrate your next milestone with a creative twist. Our private craft parties are tailored to all ages, providing a memorable, hands-on birthday experience where every guest takes home a custom piece of paradise.

Work Team Building Activities & Icebreakers

Break the ice and boost company morale with an engaging hands-on group dynamic. Our workshops require collaboration, spark creative problem-solving, and offer a relaxed atmosphere where team members can connect outside of the traditional office setting.

Silk Gemstone & Pearl Knotting Workshop

Learn the authentic, time-honored technique of hand-knotting silk necklaces. In this class, we use vibrant, high-quality gemstones to create modern, colorful "candy" style jewelry. Perfect for beginners, you will learn the exact knotting secrets used by professional jewelers.

Custom Tote Bag Decorating & Patch Workshop

Design your own personalized canvas tote bag in this kid-friendly, highly interactive session. Choose from a massive assortment of trending iron-on patches, carefully curated to match Key West’s vibrant aesthetic. We utilize a specialized fabric glue technique rather than high-heat irons, ensuring a safe, easy, and burning-free environment for creators of all ages.

Looking for the ultimate group activity? Our craft classes are completely mobile and customizable, making them the perfect addition to your special event itinerary.

Frequently Asked Questions

Do you offer private craft parties for bachelorette groups or corporate events in Key West?

Yes! We specialize in private group bookings for bachelorette parties, birthdays, girls' night out, and work team-building events. We can host you at our preferred local spaces or bring the entire crafting experience directly to your vacation rental, home, or corporate venue.

Are your Key West craft classes suitable for beginners and kids?

Absolutely. Both our jewelry making and tote bag decorating workshops are completely beginner-friendly. Our customizable patch bag class uses a specialized no-sew fabric glue method instead of high-heat irons, making it perfectly safe, easy, and burning-free for creators of all ages.

How do I book a private group workshop?

To check availability and reserve a private date for your party, simply click on your preferred workshop above or contact us directly with your group size, date, and preferred location.

Meet Your Instructor: Key West Craft Expertise

Hi, I'm Karen, the founder and maker behind Coral Strands. Before trading sugar and butter for silk, gold, and gemstones, I spent my creative career building a successful wedding catering business featured in Forbes, Martha Stewart, and on the Cooking Channel. Crafting unforgettable, high-end experiences taught me the true value of detail—a principle that now guides every single workshop I host.

Now living and working exclusively in Key West, my workshops leverage my personal, everyday experience in professional, small-batch assembly. I provide premium materials, proven workflows, and patient guidance so you can skip the frustrating steps and jump straight into the joy of creating a stunning piece of functional art.

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from 43 reviews
Madison Ryan
Coral Strands is the real deal! Thank you🫶🏼

There are so many shady, copycat fashion sites popping up on social media right now that I was highly skeptical about ordering. But Coral Strands is the real deal. The website checkout was entirely secure, I received a legitimate tracking number within hours, and the package arrived beautifully boxed from their actual Key West workshop. It is such a relief to find an independent boutique with flawless customer service and real operational integrity.

Boatkin Bag
Boatkin Bag
Ava Pitts
In love with my boatkin!!

You can tell Karen built this brand from the ground up with a real artist's eye. Knowing her background from the Cooking Channel and how meticulously she runs her Key West studio made me trust buying from her instantly.

Boatkin Bag
Boatkin Bag
Alana Landon
I’m obsessed with my boatkin!!

I’m obsessed with my boatkin!! It got delivered fast and it came with a cute scarf and palm tree accessory! I might get another color 😂

Boatkin Bag
Boatkin Bag
Ed Shaw
Wife loves the Coral Strands Boatkin bag!

Now my 2nd purchase from Coral Strands. My wife is in LOVE with this Boatkin bag. She's been stalking it for a while so I just surprised her. She loved the packaging and shipped same day - we got it super fast. Thanks for making my job easy!!

Boatkin Bag
Boatkin Bag
caroline mullori
Gorgeous bags!

The bags are beautiful & the customer service was exceptional

Boatkin Bag
Boatkin Bag
Martha Meadow
While the bag looks great on the website it

While the bag looks great on the website it looks even better in real life

Boatkin Bag
Boatkin Bag
Millie Drolet
Cute bag!

Cute bag! Love the pink and green combo! Perfect for summer.

Boatkin Bag
Boatkin Bag
Stephanie

This bag is so cute, really perfect for spring and summer, I love it! I also appreciated the way it was packaged for shipping and the sweet note from the shop owner. Highly Recommend!!!

Boatkin Bag
Boatkin Bag
Brittney

Absolutely love!!!

Boatkin Bag
Boatkin Bag
Christen Jeziorski
I got the Navy and White Boatkin and I am so in love with it!

I got the Navy and White Boatkin and I am so in love with it! Everyone keeps asking me where I got it, and I am so excited to share about it. Cant wait to add a few more color ways to my collection!

Boatkin Bag
Boatkin Bag
MsKitty219
Lovekin my Boatkin

Arrived quickly and wrapped in the pretty paper! It is great quality. Fits all the summer essentials that you can think of and more without looking bulky. I am obsessed!

Boatkin Bag
Boatkin Bag
Kate Brennan
LOVE 💕

So so so cute! Makes me want to get it in additional colors

Boatkin Bag
Boatkin Bag
Shelly Rothhaar
I love this bag! It's the perfect size for everyday use

I love this bag! It's the perfect size for everyday use. Finally, I get to carry a Birkin Bag!!!🤭
I also appreciated your fast service!

Boatkin Bag
Boatkin Bag
Anonymous
the sapphire candy necklace is very pretty glad

the sapphire candy necklace is very pretty
glad i got it

Sapphire Candy Necklace 14K Gold
Sapphire Candy Necklace 14K Gold
Barb Sipperly
The bag is better than described!!

The bag is BEAUTIFUL - better than described or seen in the picture! Communication with the seller was easy and she responded very quickly! I will be ordering more bags from her shortly. The bag I ordered is a gift but will be ordering for my daughters and myself!

Boatkin Bag
Boatkin Bag