Arts & Crafts

 

* BEADWORK WITH TAMMY SOPER *

 

NEW!  KNITTING WITH BEADS AND WIRE - Learn this simple technique to create a choker or cuff bracelet.  Some knitting experience helpful.  Supply fee of $20 payable first class.  Class begins Jan. 27.

Wednesday - 6:00 - 9:00 pm................................................................................. Room 1138 UHS

2 sessions (6 hours)....................................................................................... $30.00 (plus supplies)

 

NEW!  EARRINGS, EARRINGS, EARRINGS! - Learn a variety of techniques to create beaded earrings.  We will create “grape” or cluster earrings.  We will also learn to sew dangle earrings and other techniques.  This class suitable for beginning bead-workers.  Supply fee of $20 payable first class.  Class begins Jan. 28.

Thursday - 6:00 - 9:00 pm.................................................................................... Room 1138 UHS

2 sessions (6 hours)....................................................................................... $30.00 (plus supplies)

 

NEW!  INTRODUCTION TO POLYMER CLAY JEWELRY - Learn basic techniques to create beads, pendants and other components for jewelry making.  This class suitable for beginning bead-workers.  Supply fee of $20 payable first class.  Class begins Feb. 10.

Wednesday - 6:00 - 9:00 pm................................................................................. Room 1138 UHS

3 sessions (9 hours)....................................................................................... $45.00 (plus supplies)

 

INTRODUCTION TO BEADWORK - Learn to make necklaces, earrings, bracelets and much more.  This class will introduce the student to a variety of stringing and wire working techniques, a variety of materials and tools and beads throughout history.  Supplies will be provided for the first class only.  For the remaining sessions, please bring your own beads.  A limited number of beads will be available for purchase.  Supply fee of $15 payable first class.  Class begins Mar. 3.

Wednesday - 6:00 - 8:30 pm................................................................................. Room 1143 UHS

6 sessions (15 hours)..................................................................................... $70.00 (plus supplies)

 

CONTINUING BEADWORK - For those students who have previously taken an introductory beadwork class or have previous experience.  This class will address multi-strand techniques, needle and thread techniques and more.  Please bring your own materials and tools to class.  Class begins Mar. 4.

Thursday - 6:00 - 8:30 pm.................................................................................... Room 1138 UHS

4 sessions (10 hours)..................................................................................... $50.00 (plus supplies)

 

SOUTH AFRICAN XHOSA STITCH - Learn this 3000 year old off-loom beadweaving technique to create a regal “collar” style neckpiece.  Some beadwork experience helpful.  Supply list will be mailed.  Class meets  Mar. 15 and Mar. 29.

Monday - 6:00 - 9:00 pm...................................................................................... Room 1138 UHS

2 sessions (6 hours)....................................................................................... $30.00 (plus supplies)

 

NEW!  FRINGE OR “CATERPILLAR” STITCH - Learn this needle and thread technique to create a fringe style  necklace, bracelet and dangle  earrings.  This class suitable for beginning to intermediate bead-workers.  Supply list will be mailed.  Class begins Apr 5.

Monday - 6:00 - 9:00 pm...................................................................................... Room 1143 UHS

3 sessions (9 hours)....................................................................................... $45.00 (plus supplies)

 

NEW!  CROCHET WITH  BEADS - Learn to crochet with beads and wire or beads and fiber to create necklaces and bracelets.  This class suitable for beginning bead-workers.  Supply list will be mailed.  Class begins Apr 21.

Wednesday - 6:00 - 9:00 pm................................................................................. Room 1143 UHS

2 sessions (6 hours)....................................................................................... $30.00 (plus supplies)

 

NEW!  ORIGAMI - Learn the basic techniques of origami in four lessons.  The ancient Japanese art form of paper folding, or origami, can be used to create holiday decorations, greeting cards, gift boxes, movable animals, party hats, lamp shades, money gift envelopes, floral arrangements, tea plates and other table decorations as well as many other fun designs.  Origami is a wonderful creative outlet and can be very relaxing.  Supply fee of $10 payable first class.  Class begins Jan 26.  Instructor: Jean Hovde.

Tuesday - 6:00 - 7:30 pm...................................................................................... Room 1143 UHS

4 sessions (6 hours)....................................................................................... $35.00 (plus supplies)

 

STAMP A STACK OF GREETING CARDS - You will make 20 cards (4 each of 5 designs) to take home with you.  Class includes instruction and all supplies cut and ready to stamp and assemble.  Cards will include thank you, birthday, sympathy and “thinking of you” cards.  Class meets Mar. 8.  Instructor: Kim Peck.

Monday - 6:00 - 9:30 pm ..................................................................................... Room 1143 UHS

One session (3.5 hours)................................................................................ $30.00 (incl. supplies)

 

NEW!  EASTER EGG COZY - Delight your children and family by making an Easter Egg cozy.  The cozy is a 3-inch tall crocheted hen on a nest.  She sits on a plastic egg which can be filled with coins or candy for children.  Colorful yarn and the plastic egg are provided.  You will learn to make the cozy step-by-step.  Crocheting experience is helpful but not required.  Bring an “H,” “I,” or “J” crochet hook and scissors to class.  Supplies included in class fee.  Class meets Mar. 17.  Instructor: Shirley Splittstoesser. 

Wednesday - 6:00 - 8:00 pm ................................................................................ Room 1138 UHS

One session (2 hours)................................................................................... $20.00 (incl. supplies)

 

NEW!  EASY SEWING TO REFRESH YOUR KITCHEN - This is a demonstration class of 5 easy sewing projects to give your kitchen a coordinated, bright new look.  Instructor Shirley Splittstoesser will sew the following using coordinating fabric:  Microwave Potato Baker, Tortilla Warmer, Hot Pad Holder, Plastic Sack Holder and Decorative Coaster.  You take home the patterns, instructions and tips for using fabrics to refresh your kitchen.  Class meets Apr. 19. 

Monday - 6:00 - 8:00 pm ..................................................................................... Room 1138 UHS

One session (2 hours)................................................................................... $20.00 (incl. supplies)

 

MAKE YOUR OWN BOWS - Make a variety of festive bows using satin, cotton, chiffon and wired ribbons to wrap up pretty packages!  Materials available in class at cost.  Please bring wire cutters, scissors and needle-nosed pliers to class.  Class meets Mar. 29.  Instructor: Elaine Peppers.

Monday - 6:30 - 9:00 pm...................................................................................... Room 1138 UHS

One session (2.5 hours)................................................................................ $20.00 (plus supplies)