Through creating your own patchwork fabric using fat quarters, you will make a hip-length jacket with drop, sewn-on sleeves that can be pushed up or worn at the wrists. This easy-to-make lined jacket has inseam pockets with the jacket front and sleeves finished with ribbing. The jacket looks great in jewel-tone batiks or your favorite print. Bring 12 cotton fat quarters, 3-3/8 yards of lining fabric, and ½ yard of 44” wide heavy cotton ribbing, thread and pins. If time permits, you can make a coordinating bag or a second jacket. Limit: 12
Create beautiful handpainted eggs with techniques from an old Ukraine tradition, and tuck them into secret hiding places or a cozy basket. Learn the history and lore of Petrykivka, from where this style of folk art originated. You’ll earn to draw simple to more complicated contours, flora and characters in parallel with the teacher. Bring a simple set of acrylics with black and primary colors to get started. Limit 15
A great class to launch your beading adventures! You will learn the basic stringing techniques as you craft your very own pearl, barefoot beaded sandals. These sexy, sole-less thong sandals are fantastic for beach weddings, cruise vacations, or anniversaries. Wear them with lingerie, too. Lots of design tips and tricks will be shared in this fun-packed class. Beading kit is $12.00, payable to the instructor in class. Limit 12
Enjoy making a pearl fringe bracelet with matching earrings to begin the spring in style. You'll learn basic wire working techniques, tool choice and use, and ways to finish off your jewelry for a professional look. This one technique with varying bead choices means the possibilities are endless!! See matching barefoot sandal class to complete your pearl set. Beading kit is $15.00, payable to the instructor the first night of class. Limit: 12
Learn how to crochet! It is simple and relaxing. In this class you’ll come to understand directions and definitions, learn how to do a simple stitch, single, double, and triple crochet, and how to change colors during a project. You'll end with a granny square to begin projects for your future enjoyment. Please bring one skein of yarn and one crochet needle (size 6.5-7.5). Limit 10.
Have fun using a simple rag doll pattern and turning it into your own creation. Learn how to assemble and embellish your doll using hand and machine sewing. The level of complexity and detail can be adjusted based on your skill level, but some basic sewing skills are required. Bring scissors, needle, and pins to class. A $6 materials fee is payable to the instructor at the first class. Limit 12
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