Continuing Education
Arts and Crafts
A PAINTING WORKSHOP
7 weeks Victor Liguori
This course is meant for all levels of experience as well as those with no experience at all. Students may work in any medium they choose including: Oil, Acrylic, Watercolor or Pastel. Students should come to the first class prepared to work, bringing with them the appropriate materials: paints, brushes, jars, canvas or paper, paper towels, pencil, etc. For those not sure what to bring, come to the first class with at least a pad and pencil. The theme of the class will be: what is a painting, when is a picture a painting and when not? How important is technique? How is drawing related to painting? Why is color essential to painting? Instruction will be a mix of personal attention and group participation. The emphasis will be on support and encouragement of individual initiative. The aim of the course will be the pleasure of learning and the enjoyment of exploring the acquiring of new or renewed skills.
Starts 2/23
Tuesday 7:00-9:00 p.m. $40
D105
BASKET WEAVING MADE SIMPLE
6 weeks Ginny Sword
Learn how easy it is to weave beautiful, useful baskets in this 6 week workshop. You will weave four practical baskets – a tissue basket, a candle basket, a pastry carrier basket and a market basket. Your friends will be amazed at the beautiful and functional baskets you have created. Materials fee of $75 payable to instructor the first night of class covers all four baskets. Please bring a plastic pail or bucket, a fabric tape measure, a pencil, scissors (an old pair), 25 pinch clothespins and a small screwdriver, awl or ice pick. Class size limited to 12.
Starts 2/23
Tuesday 6:30-9:00 p.m. $40** D120
BEGINNING THREAD PAINTING
7 weeks Martha Beauchamp
Learn how to create images on materials with thread and thread painted objects that can be added to any quilt. We’ll begin using teacher’s design, then expand to your own artistic creation. Please bring your own sewing machine which must be able to do free-motion quilting. See supply list and more information about machine/feet on teacher’s website at www.thequiltedjardin.com.
Starts 2/22
Monday 6:30-8:30 p.m. $40** Maple Avenue O251
CALLIGRAPHY
7 weeks Linda Trela
An introduction to the creation of beautiful script lettering with emphasis on Roman, Humanistic, and Chancery Cursive styles. Media will be in India ink and speedball pen. Students will be taught basics of layout, spacing and elementary lettering illumination. Great for invitations, weddings or graduation. Materials are extra and will be discussed at first class.
Starts 2/24
Wednesday 7:00-9:00 p.m. $40
G120
DRAWING WORKSHOP
7 weeks Victor Liguori
This class will consist of a series of subjects including: faces, human figures, trees, vegetation, rocks, et al. Each student will choose to bring in their own subject matter in either photographic form or actual material. The class is open to all levels of experience and instruction will be geared to the individual with occasional group discussions., Media will include ballpoint and felt tip pens, graphite, grease, colored and watercolor pencils. For the first class bring your choice of black and white newspaper photos of full frontal faces and a 9”x12” Strathmore drawing pad (A.C. Moore is cheapest) as well as some loose white paper, a #2 pencil and a fine point ballpoint pen.
Starts 2/25
Thursday 7:00-9:00 p.m. $40
D105
INTRODUCTION TO LOOM KNITTING
3 weeks DawnMarie Helin
Have you always wanted to knit or crochet, but been scared away just at the thought of it? Were you a knitter when you were younger, but lost the touch? Then Good News! You can loom knit! We knit without needles, on manageable hand held looms. We make nearly everything a needle knitter can! Loom knitting has many benefits: it’s portable and simple to learn. If you just can’t pick up needle-knitting, if you have arthritis or Parkinson’s and have lost your knitting ability, but still want to produce beautiful hand-knit pieces for friends, family, home or charity…this is the class for you! Just in time to make those warm hats, scarves, slippers and blankets! Looms are available for loan ($8) or you may bring your own (available at craft store everywhere: Knitty Knitters: any size). Please bring a skein of your favorite yarn and/or yarn will be available for purchase. We will complete one project in this session. Class size limited to 12.
Starts 2/24
Wednesday 7:00-8:30 p.m. $20**
D102
KNITTING BASICS
7 weeks Kathy Bourgeois
Learn to knit! Beginners will start with small projects then knit a "mini" sweater. Welcome to knitters wanting to brush up on their skills, get help with their projects or just come and knit. New knitters bring to class a set of long, straight needles size 10 (not mm) and a skein of light-colored bulky yarn. (A starter knitting kit will be available for purchase from the instructor if you prefer). All others, bring your project to the first class. If you have any questions, call the instructor before class starts. A text fee of $3.50 will be paid to instructor the first night of class. Class size limited to 10.
Starts 2/25
Thursday 6:30-8:30 p.m. $40**
D102 (Faculty Lounge)
LEARN TO SEW
6 weeks Rosalind Hewitt-Moultrie
You’ve begun to sew on your own (or not) and want to know more. Come learn to sew right, from the start. Learn to read, cut and sew from a pattern. In this class, you will make a fashionable tote or handbag that will teach you techniques such as curves, skinny handles, lining, pockets and pleats. A kit will be provided for you at the first class It is recommended that you have a sewing kit with long pins, 6” ruler, marking pen, seam ripper and both paper and fabric scissors. There are sewing machines available for your use, but it is recommended that you bring your own. A materials fee of $30 will be payable to the instructor the first night of class. Class size limited to 10.
Starts 2/23
Tuesday 6:30-8:30 p.m. $40**
Maple Avenue O251
LOST WAX CASTING
6 weeks Matt Balint
Learn the art of lost wax casting. This course explores the history of lost wax casting and teaches the basic skill necessary to carve in hard wax or sculpt in soft wax. Your original design is then cast in the metal of your choice (silver, gold, bronze or copper). There is a casting fee (approximately $10-$20) depending on the size of the piece(s) being cast and the cost of the metal that you select (based on current market value of the metal). All tools will be provided. $10 wax & finishing fee payable to the instructor the first night of class. Class size limited to 12.
Starts 2/22
Monday 6:30-9:00 p.m. $45** D120
QUILTED FABRIC PICTURES
7 weeks Martha Beauchamp
A perfect class for both the beginner and the intermediate quilter. While this class will focus on techniques for students who are beginning to sew fabric pictures, intermediate level students can work on their individual projects and designs. Beginners will learn how to make a quilted fabric picture from your imagination or a picture. You will make a simple picture while learning 4 different sewing techniques and a variety of embellishment and finishing techniques. For those who have made fabric pictures before, learn how to create shading and depth using different sewing techniques. Sewing machines are available for use at the school, however, you are encouraged to bring your own. Beginning sewing ability required. Prior to first class, please look at teacher’s website www.thequiltedjardin.com for ideas of what fabric pictures can be as well as a list of supplies needed for first class. Class size limited to 10.
Starts 2/24
Wednesday 6:30-8:30 p.m. $40**
Maple Avenue O251
SEWING WITH CONFIDENCE
6 weeks Rosalind Hewitt-Moultrie
You have basic sewing skills, but you want to improve and become a better seamstress. Techniques such as zippers, gathers, sleeves, linings, etc. will be covered. Make a decorative pillow to start and then the class will focus on your own projects. There are sewing machines available, but it is recommended that you bring your own. Bring your own sewing kit consisting of long pins, 6” ruler, marking pen, seam ripper and both paper and fabric scissors. Class supplies are $15 payable to the instructor the first night of class. Class size limited to 10.
Starts 2/25
Thursday 6:30-8:30 p.m. $40**
Maple Avenue O251
STAINED GLASS
7 weeks Gus Popall
Create a variety of stained glass ornaments as class projects while developing the skill of a unique craft. Designed as an introduction for the beginning student, topics will include: types of glass, glass cutting, soldering, copperfoiling, and pattern designing. Emphasis will be placed on the tiffany foil technique. The initial cost for a complete starter kit (including soldering iron) will be approximately $65. The purchase of additional materials will be discussed at the first class. Class size limited to 15.
Starts 2/23
Tuesday 6:30-9:00 p.m. $50**
G145
STAINED GLASS CONTINUED
7 weeks Gus Popall
Join us for this continuation of Stained Glass. Students will work on a foil and solder project of their choice for the duration of this course. Minimum of Beginning Level tools and skills required. Students may bring their own pattern. Glass, patterns and advanced tools will be available for sale.
Starts 2/24
Wednesday 6:30-9:00 p.m. $50**
G145
WATERCOLOR VEIL PAINTING
5 weeks Martha Pearl
Using primary colors in light veils or washes, we will build up an abstract, unique painting in harmonious color. After a while, you may see a motif suggested in the overlapping veils and develop it further, with minimal drawing. This class is open to all levels of experience. Materials fee of $12 payable to the instructor the first night of class..
Starts 2/25
Thursday 6:30-9:00 p.m. $40**
D101
SPECIALS FOR ARTS & CRAFTS
BEADSTRINGING
Two Nights Martha Hatt, KUMA Beads
Attention fine jewelry lovers! Learn how to design custom jewelry and work with fine gemstone beads in this "hands on" class. You will learn the two most popular beadstringing techniques and make two finished pieces of jewelry to take home with you. KUMA beads, a Burnt Hills company, has helped thousands of people all over the U.S. learn the art of jewelry making. Now you too can make custom jewelry using the same gemstone beads, findings and techniques used by professional jewelry designers. Whether you want to learn a new hobby, repair or restore your heirlooms, earn extra money, or give beautiful gifts, come and get started. Bring a hand towel to class. Stringing materials, including gemstone beads, will be available at the first class at a cost of $17.50 (includes tax). Class limited to 15.
Session I: Tuesday, February 23 & March 2 or
Session II: Thursday, February 25 & March 4
7:00-9:00 p.m. $12**
G127
CONTAINER HERB GARDENING
One Night Suzanne Balet-Haight
Create a beautiful and delicious herb garden with colors and textures. It’s easy to harvest your own fresh herbs for cooking. Great for a sunny window or on the patio as the weather warms up. Materials fee of $20 payable to instructor the night of class. Class size limited to 15.
Tuesday, March 23 6:30-9:30 p.m. $10**
D116
DRAWING MADE EASY: A Three-Step Approach
One Night Martha Pearl
Using soft pencil or charcoal, this technique provides an easy entry into drawing for the beginner, but can also be used by the experienced artist. This first step is to create an even surface that matches the object we want to represent followed by darkening some areas to create definition, after which we add a few lines to complete the definition of the object. To keep it simple, we’ll do one object and then add objects to create a “still life” picture. Materials fee of $4 payable to instructor the night of class.
Wednesday, February 24 6:30-9:30 p.m. $10**
D101
EARRING MAKING
One Night Martha Hatt
Come learn three different beadstringing techniques from the owner of KUMA Beads in Burnt Hills. This hands-on class will enable you to make three pairs of earrings to take home with you. This class is a nice extension of skills for those who have taken the Beadstringing class. However, no prior experience is necessary. Materials fee of $17.50 (includes tax) will be payable to instructor the night of class. Class size limited to 12.
Session I: Tuesday, March 9 or
Session II: Thursday, March 11
7:00-9:00 p.m. $7**
G127
RUBBER STAMPING I: Stamp a STACK of Cards
One Night Deb Valder
Check out my blog for samples of my work www.stampladee.com. Beat those winter blues with a great craft. You will be stamping a stack of all occasion cards and will go home with TWO of each card along with the envelopes. They are simply beautiful! I will be teaching you several different techniques in this class as well as how to use different tools on your cards. Give that traditional looking card a unique edge. Come and fill up your card box! Even if you’ve never stamped before…try this, I know you will fall in love with it instantly. Please bring a small pair of sharp scissors and your adhesive. A $10 materials fee will be payable to the instructor the night of class. No previous experience necessary. Class size limited to 20.
Session I: Monday, February 22 or
Session II: Wednesday, February 24
6:30-9:30 p.m. $10**
G124
RUBBER STAMPING II: COME AND CREATE DAZZLING ALL OCCASION CARDS (for men and women)…
One Night Deb Valder
Check out my blog for samples of my work www.stampladee.com. It’s time to dazzle everyone with your hand stamped creations. Even if you say you are not creative, come and try stamping with rubber stamps, a little ink, cardstock and some great embellishments. We will be doing some amazing folds and unique openings. You will be wowed at what you go home with. Even if you’ve never stamped before…try this, I know you will fall in love with it instantly. Please bring a small pair of sharp scissors and your adhesive. A $10 materials fee will be payable to the instructor the night of class. No previous experience necessary. Class size limited to 20.
Session I: Monday, March 1 or
Session II: Wednesday, March 3
6:30-9:30 p.m. $10**
G124
RUBBER STAMPING III: Cards and Portfolio
One Night Deb Valder
Check out my blog for samples of my work www.stampladee.com. In this class we will be doing cards and gifts that are great to give and are not expensive to make. With the way the economy is today, you can still give gifts to say “I care” but not break the bank doing it. You will go home with an AMAZING container to put them in…remember the box we did in the fall? Please bring a small pair of sharp scissors and your adhesive. A $10 materials fee will be payable to the instructor the night of class. No previous experience necessary. Class size limited to 20.
Session I: Monday, March 15 or
Session II: Wednesday, March 17
6:30-9:30 p.m. $10**
G124
RUBBER STAMPING IV: ALTERED SCRAPBOOKS
One Night Deb Valder
Check out my blog for samples of my work www.stampladee.com. If you love scrapbooking and if you love stamping, here is a combination of the two with a twist. Come and see what it’s all about. You will complete an entire project in one night…so come and scrap that special event. Please bring to class a small pair of scissors, a FISKARS Cutter if you have one, your own adhesive and some pictures if you want to scrap them that night. A $15 materials fee will be payable to the instructor the night of the class. No previous experience necessary. Class size limited to 20.
Monday, March 29 6:30-9:30 p.m. $10**
G124
SCRAPBOOKING FOR BEGINNERS
One Night Doris Segrave
Need a way to honor your Mother, Father or Family? Need the perfect graduation gift? Come learn how to create your own family album with scrapbooking. We’ll start by making a simple scrapbook album which you’ll take home! We'll talk about how to preserve your photos, how to decide which kind of album works best for you and give you time saving tips! A $7 materials fee payable to the instructor the night of class will provide you with a 10 page paper album, stickers, die cuts and the fun! Please bring a dozen of your favorite photos and/or memorabilia, each of which should relate to one particular theme, and you will leave with a completed gift!
Tuesday, March 9 6:30-9:30 p.m. $10**
G133
SPLATTER SCREEN PAINTING
One Night Martha Pearl
The instructor will provide equipment for this one night workshop: a box consisting of a piece of window screen placed over a wooden frame, a small brush, watercolor paints and paper. The frame is placed over the paper, on which you have arranged leaves and other nature materials in an original design. Dipping a brush in watercolor and scrubbing the screen, small droplets fall on the paper to create a delicate image. The resulting picture can be framed, or used to make cards or gift boxes. This craft project works well for adults, but you may also want to try it with your children at home! Materials fee of $4 payable to instructor the night of class.
Wednesday, March 3 6:30-9:00 p.m. $10**
D101
SPRING FLOWER ARRANGING
One Night Suzanne Balet-Haight
Come join Suzanne Balet-Haight of Balet Flowers as she teaches us how to create beautiful arrangements using spring flowers and natural accessories. Please bring your own clippers. Materials fee of $20 payable to instructor the night of class. Class size limited to 18.
Tuesday, April 20 6:30-9:30 p.m. $10**
D116
SPRING POT FOR YOUR PORCH
One Night Niki Russell
Join me to make your first spring pot for your porch! We’ll use a variety of spring flowers and pansies to make a colorful pot to brighten your home! Learn potting soil types, content and watering tips. Bring you own nimble fingers and creativity. Materials fee of $10 payable to instructor the night of class. Class size limited to 10.
Thursday, April 15 6:30-9:30 p.m. $9**
D120
TREASURE BOX
One Night Martha Pearl
Now that you have made your nature print on heavyweight paper with splatter screen painting, using this paper, we will create a small box using the Origami folding technique. This sturdy and beautiful little box can be used as a gift box, a keepsake box, or in day to day use to hold any small item. Box will measure approximately 4”x4” by 1 ¾”. Time should allow us to complete two boxes in this fun and creative class. Materials fee of $4 payable to instructor the night of class.
Wednesday, March 10 6:30-9:30 p.m. $10**
D101
WET-ON-WET WATERCOLOR PAINTING WITH CHILDREN
One Night Martha Pearl
If you work with or have children aged 6-10, this is the perfect class for you. We will do four color exercises, beginning with one suited to the youngest and progressing to the oldest. Wet-on-wet painting gives a fluid color experience that is relaxing and fun; a rewarding activity to do with your children at home or the children you work with, providing them with an entry into the wondrous world of color. Materials fee of $4 payable to instructor the night of class.
Wednesday, March 24 6:30-9:30 p.m. $10**
D101
WET-ON-WET WATERCOLOR PAINTING FOR ADULTS
One Night Martha Pearl
This class will provide adults with a meditative exploration in the realm of flowing color. Working on a large sheet of watercolor paper that has been soaked overnight, we will start with an abstract color exercise that is then extended individually into a more complex form. It can develop a motif or remain abstract. Each one is unique. Materials fee of $5 payable to instructor the night of class.
Wednesday, March 31 6:30-9:30 p.m. $10**
D101