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Barn Crafts at the White Barn Inn — One Hour to a Handmade Maine Keepsake
Private, one-hour seasonal craft classes at the White Barn Inn in Kennebunk led by local lifestyle and food expert Kathy Oberman Tracy; this guide explains what to expect and how to plan.
Barn Crafts at the White Barn Inn — One Hour to a Handmade Maine Keepsake.
Tap into Maine’s long tradition of craftsmanship and modern farmsteading with private, seasonal craft classes led by local lifestyle and food expert Kathy Oberman Tracy. In one-hour sessions guests try their hand at projects such as beeswax candle making, lobster buoy painting, natural linen dyeing, wreath and floral arranging, bath salts and other coastal- and seasonally themed crafts, and leave the coast with a handmade gift or keepsake representative of their time in Maine.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
Kathy Oberman Tracy — Local expert
Classes are led by Kathy Oberman Tracy, a local lifestyle and food expert with a background as a classically trained chef, food stylist and former food TV producer; she designs seasonal, hands-on projects that pair local materials with traditional techniques.
Coastal and seasonal projects
Choose from a rotating menu of single crafts per party — painting lobster buoys, beeswax candles and birch-log candle centerpieces, natural dyeing for linens, floral arranging, seashell and fall wreaths, bath salts, succulent pumpkins and more — all resulting in a take-home keepsake.
Private, on‑property experience
These private classes take place on property in varying hotel spaces — restaurants, the living room, picnic tables or the wine cellar — and are arranged to suit party size and craft choice.
What the day feels like
What the hour feels like
You and your party spend a focused hour guided by Kathy through a single chosen craft. The pace is hands-on and intimate: materials are prepared, techniques demonstrated, and participants complete a finished piece to take home. Sessions are private and tailored to the craft and party size.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this experience suits — and who should look elsewhere.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
Sessions run one hour and require 48 hours' notice to book. Reservations are available only to hotel guests.
Parties choose one type of craft per booking. There is a minimum of $200 for a party of one.
The experience happens on property in spaces such as the restaurant, living room, picnic tables or wine cellar depending on party size, craft and availability.
Complimentary non-alcoholic beverages are provided; alcoholic beverages can be purchased a la carte.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
How long is a Barn Crafts session?
Each session lasts one hour.
Who leads the classes?
Classes are led by local lifestyle and food expert Kathy Oberman Tracy, a classically trained chef, food stylist and former food TV producer.
Can I choose the craft we make?
Yes — parties select one type of craft per booking from the seasonal offerings such as buoy painting, beeswax candles, wreaths, natural linen dyeing and floral arranging.
Who can book the experience?
This experience is for hotel guests only; children are welcome but must be accompanied by an adult.
Is there a minimum charge or party size?
There is a minimum of $200 for a party of one; sessions accommodate up to six people.
How far in advance do I need to reserve?
Bookings require at least 48 hours' notice.