Beginning Mosaic Ages 16+

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Classes

Course Description:

Join me to learn how to make mosaics with stained glass. You will have a learning assignment. After that you can make your own design with my guidance. We will explore glass cutting, color theory and design clarity in a supportive and friendly group.

Skill Level: Beginner

Creative Sewing Machine Techniques

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Classes

Course Description:

Discover how a basic sewing machine can add embellishment and dimension to fabric in your creative projects. Learn sewing techniques like fiber couching, thread sketching, applique, and techniques to add texture to fabric with ruffles, pleating, layered cutting, and controlled crumpling. 

Skill Level: Intermediate, Basic sewing knowledge is required

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Sewing Machine Basics

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Classes

Course Description:

Learn how to sew! Find out how to use a sewing machine, from winding a bobbin and threading the machine to troubleshooting common issues. Students will explore basic stitches, machine settings, and sewing techniques while completing a simple tote bag in class.

Skill Level: Beginner

Bookbinding: Basics and Beyond Ages 16+

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Classes

Course Description:

Learn the materials and methods of bookbinding, and make a variety of handmade books. Starting with folded books and pamphlet stitch, students will gradually hone their skill and continue on to more complex books. You will complete eight or more books over the course of the session, books that can be used as journals or given as gifts! 

Repeaters of the course will practice learning new skills alongside new binders, honing their craft.

Skill Level: Beginner

Paper Mache Sculpture: Form and Structure

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Classes

Course Description:

Paper Mache Sculpture: Form and Structure introduces paper mache as a versatile medium for constructing three-dimensional forms, whether representational or abstract. We will explore armature construction, layering methodologies, and surface development through hands-on projects. The course emphasizes structural integrity, balance, texture, and experimental approaches to form-making.

Skill Level: All Levels

Loose and Free Beginning Watercolor: An Unconventional Approach Ages 16+

Course Description: 

You will learn the basics as well as freeing techniques that will help you stay loose and take advantage of "happy accidents", the gift of watercolor.  You will learn a variety of ways of mixing colors on the brush, on the palette and on the paper using freeing approaches such as tilting, spraying and lifting. You will be guided by mini demos,  consequtive skill building exercises, individual mentoring, class sharing and gentle critique. Appropriate for brand new beginners as well as returning students who want to loosen up.