Learn basic woodworking techniques and safety skills to make your own bandsaw boxes, which can be made in a variety of sizes, and more importantly, different shapes. They can be anything from eye-catching works of art to inconspicuous portable hidden compartments. Any woodworker, or firewood user, has an unlimited supply of the necessary materials. All materials will be provided.

Learn the basics of cutting fabric, using a sewing machine, and the stitches available on most machines.

Learn how to turn between centers, focusing on turning spindles from rough stock, and turning coves and beads. These are the skills needed to make furniture parts for chairs, stools, and tables. The exercises will include activities to challenge your cutting touch, sharpen lathe edge tools, and start to explore bowls.

Learn the basics of cutting fabric, using a sewing machine, and the stitches available on most machines.

We will learn step by step how to draw proportional faces from front, profile and quarter view perspectives. We will discuss the foundations of the human face, explore how to render different emotions, and learn new observational skills that will help you in other avenues of drawing.

You’ll fashion two pairs of fabulous earrings, first choosing between silver or gold-toned findings, and then selecting a bead that suits your style from our collection. Next, you will be guided through the fundamental skills needed to make these earrings, including link creation, wire shaping, tool use and basic wire wrapping. All tools and supplies are provided. Each student will finish the class with two pairs of earrings that they crafted! Earring cards, gift boxes, jewelry care card, and cleaning cloths are also available for students to take home.

Every realistic painting benefits from laying down a solid sketch. In this two-day class over two weeks, explore how to map out a composition, break down objects through drawing, and plan how to paint a full scene. Learn how to paint to depict light and depth.

Learn the basics of cutting fabric, using a sewing machine, and the stitches available on most machines.