Footstool Seat Weaving
Art Graves
Experience the folk art technique of weaving a seat for a fireside footstool. We’ll concentrate on elementary weaving styles using fiber rush, or seagrass. One hardwood stool and seat material will be provided. 4 hours of instruction.
Sun, Apr 18 12:30p-4:30p
$32 w/term pass PLU#6129
$37 w/out term pass PLU#6130

 

Scientific Illustration
Marko Mikulich
Explore drawing objects with pencill and rendering with pen and ink. We will use a step-by-step method that is used by scientific illustrators for published drawings. 3 hours of instruction
Sat, May 1 10:30a-12:30p
$26 w/term pass PLU#6121
$31 w/out term pass PLU#6122

 

Ukrainian Eggs
Laura Gerards
Create intricate ornaments using the traditional Ukrainian wax-resist method of dyeing eggs. Folklore, patterns, & color combinations will be discussed. Take home kit provided, & all materials are included. 3 hours of instruction
Fri, Apr 9 2:30p-5:30p
$18 w/term pass PLU#6127
$23 w/out term pass PLU#6128

 

Ceramic Plaques & Frames
Ann Dingledy
Design & hand form decorative ceramic plaques and frames for pictures or mirrors. Using colored slips & underglazes fired at lower temperature, novice & experienced ceramicists can achieve great results with vibrant colors & detail to enhance your work. 6 hours of instruction. Term pass required.
Wed, May 12 & 19 10:30a-1:30p
$27 PLU#6012

 

Bandsaw Birdhouses
Garner Britt
Based on the bandsaw boxes method of creating wooden boxes, we’ll make wonderful wooden homes to attract birds to your nieghborhood. These rustic birdhouses make beautiful yard decorations and are simple to build. 4 hours of instruction.
Fri, May 7 & 14 10:30a-12:30p
$32 w/term pass PLU#6123
$37 w/out term pass PLU#6134

 

Glazing Review
Terrence Heldreth
Review the glazing process and enhance surface design methods. We will cover wax resist, glaze layering, trailing, and oxide decoration. Bring a few pieces of bisqued work, ready for glazing.All materials provided. 6 hours of instruction.Term pass required.
Sat, May 1 & 22 10:30a-1:30p
$28 PLU#6011

 

Soapmaking
Laura Gerards
Select herbs, botanicals, & essential oils to scent your handmade specialty soap. Learn the simple processes of making traditional olive oil and mild glycerin soaps. Most materials included. 2.5 hours of instruction.
Fri, May 7 3:00p-5:30p
$18 w/term pass PLU#6117
$23 w/out term pass PLU#6118

 

Woven Wall Pouch
Shannon Weber
Weave a plated and twined folded wall pouch. Embellish the surface with colorful reed and a cane whip weave. An excellent basket for holding all those quick to grab items. Materials included. 4 hours of instruction.
Sun, Apr 18 12:30p-4:30p
$27 w/term pass PLU#6024
$32 w/out term pass PLU#6025

 

Therapeutic Pillows
Trina Duhaime
Make an herbal rice pillow which can be used as an ice or hot pack. A great introduction to basic sewing machine use. Muslin, rice and some herbs provided. 3 hours of instruction.
Sun, May 2 12:30p-3:30p
$19 w/term pass PLU# 6125
$24 w/out term pass PLU# 6126

 

Stone Carving
David Miller
Learn the intricacies of carving stone using primarily hand tools (some power tools will be used). All carving phases covered from roughing in to finishing. Tools available for use or for purchase at the Craft Center. Allow extra $ for stone purchase. 24 hours of instruction. Term pass required.
Sat, Apr 10- May 1 10:30a-4:30p
$66 PLU#6091

 

Wood Carving
Stephen DeLang
Explore wood relief or sculptural carving using solid wood, basic hand tools, gouges, and mallets. We’ll cover wood selection, tool safety, sharpening, carving techniques and finishing. Some wood provided. 18 hours of instruction. Term pass required.
Sun,Apr 11-May 16 1:00p-4:00p
$54 PLU#6077

 

Stained Glass
Kristine Nelson
Design and fabricate a stained glass panel in the Tiffany copper foil method. Demonstrations stress proper use of tools and safety precautions. Allow extra money for glass. 18 hours of instruction. Term pass required.
Mon, Apr 12-May 17 6:00p-9:00p
$55 PLU# 6092