Community Education > Adult Evening Program > Winter/Spring 2008 Schedule of Classes and Workshops > Arts & Crafts Courses

BALLOON ANIMAL MAKING (For Adults & Children)
Course #401
Cost: $15
Instructor: Christine Blake "Hopeful" The Clown
Material Fee: $5 per person payable in class
Thursday (1 Session) 3/6/2008 6:30-8:30 PM Indian Crest Junior High - Art Room

Adults can be the highlight of the party or their child’s party, and children can learn to make these fanciful toys. Twist balloons into animal & novelty shapes that delight young & old. This class is for adults, but an adult may bring a child to class for an additional $5 per child, plus the material fee. Repeat students welcome!!

BASKETMAKING – Victorian Kansas Flower Basket
Course #402
Cost: $32
Instructor: Tina Barrows - Artist in Ed., PA & NJ Council of Arts & Basket Guild
Material Fee: $10 payable in class
Thursday (2 Sessions) 3/27 & 4/3/2008 6:30-9:30 PM Indian Crest Junior High - Tech Ed Rm

Weave a Victorian Kansas Flower Basket with a round base and tall sides (can hold a 3” diameter jar for water) to hold fresh, dried or silk flowers. It features a widely flared top, woven border and looped handle. Bring a dishpan, sharp scissors, tape measure, 8 clip clothespins, a towel & pencil. Small awl optional. Material Fee for Basket: $10 payable in class.

BEADED JEWELRY MAKING FOR BEGINNERS
Course #403
Cost: $35
Instructor: Evelyn Porretta
Thursday (3 Sessions) 4/10-4/24/2008 7:00-9:00 PM Indian Valley Middle School – Art Room

One of the most popular crafting techniques these days is making beaded jewelry for yourself or special gifts for family and friends. This is an informal class on beaded jewelry design and assembly. In class you will make a complete ensemble of a necklace, earrings and bracelet as you learn the techniques for creating this type of jewelry. You may choose what items you would like to make. A supply list will be mailed out to you before class begins.

CARTOONING / ILLUSTRATION
Course #207
Cost: $65
Instructor: Lee Felbinger, Cartoonist
Tuesday (10 Sessions) 2/5-4/8/2008 7:00-9:00 PM Franconia Elementary – Art Room

Learn how a cartoon is developed and the creative process to develop a cartoon strip, panel or editorial cartoon. Create your own storyline and characters. Learn how to create illustrations for advertising, books and magazines. Each student receives a spec sheet for each assignment that can be completed in class or at home. Work at your own pace based on your ability. From start to finish you could be off on an exciting new career as a free-lance cartoonist or illustrator. Bring these supplies to class: 1 set colored markers, 1 black fine line marker, 1 black thick marker, #2 pencils and eraser, 16x20” Bristol tablet.

CROCHETING (For the Beginner or Those With Experience)
Course #314
Cost: $55
Instructor: Lynn Fox
Material Fee:
Wednesday (8 Sessions) 3/5-4/23/2008 6:30-8:30 PM Indian Valley Middle School – Room C-11

Do you want to learn to crochet? Come on out for a relaxed, informal and fun evening of stitching. Learn the basic stitches and how to read a pattern. Beginners will be given a hook and yarn in class to begin. Experienced crocheters can bring a project they want to start or one they want to complete. Have fun and stitch the evening away! $5 payable in class for supplies.

KNITTING - BASIC TO ADVANCED
Course #323
Cost: $58
Instructor: Karen W. Swartz
Wednesday (8 Sessions) 2/6-3/26/2008 7:00-9:00 PM Indian Valley Middle School - Library

For those who want to learn to knit or want to increase their current skills. Learn basic knitting stitches as well as more complicated patterns in this workshop. Bring #7 - 14” needles & scissors to class. Beginners and those with experience welcome. Purchase own supplies.

KNIT-WITS – Session One (Basic to Advanced Level Class)
Course #219
Cost: $55 If you choose to take both Knit Wit Classes (#219) and (#220), the cost is: $75
Instructor: Lynn Fox
Material Fee: $5.00 payable in class to instructor
Tuesday (8 Sessions) 2/5-3/25/2008 6:30-8:30 PM Indian Valley Middle School – C-11 (Class will meet at Franconia Elementary Library on 4/24)

Knitting is popular again, & we are providing you with a time & place to do it without interruptions. Come on out with your needles, your yarn, your patterns, & your questions, & we will knit the night away. If you are interested in doing the newest “felted knitting” or making knitted jewelry, these techniques will be covered in class. All welcome, beginners & seasoned knitters alike. First-timers will learn basic stitches & pattern reading & will need to bring $5.00 to cover cost of beginning supplies - payable in class to instructor. You pros - just bring your current project & supplies and get the extra instruction you require. Lots of fun!

KNIT-WITS – Session Two (Basic to Advanced Level Class)
Course #220
Cost: $55 If you choose to take both Knit Wit Classes (#219) and (#220), the cost is: $75
Instructor: Lynn Fox
Material Fee: $5.00 payable in class to instructor (for new students only)
Tuesday (8 Sessions) 4/8-5/27/2008 6:30-8:30 PM Indian Valley Middle School – C-11

This class is identical to KNIT-WITS, Session One but has a later starting date. Students may sign up for this class individually, or combine it with Session One to provide yourself a longer time for knitting with supervision. Bring same supplies to class as listed in Session One. (Class will meet at Franconia Elementary Library on 5/20)

MINIATURE PORCELAIN FLOWERS – Arrangement of Lilies
Course #325
Cost: $25
Instructor: Lona Dagutis
Material Fee: $5.00 payable in class
Wednesday (2 Sessions) 2/6 & 2/13/2008 6:30-9:30 PM Indian Crest Jr. High – Art Room

Create a beautiful miniature lily arrangement in the colors of your choice. After making the flowers, the arrangement goes in a small frame or can be made into a pin. All tiny flowers are made by hand from special clay. No molds of any kind are used. Each leaf and petal is individually formed by hand. When dry, paint the flowers with watercolors. You will receive the recipe for making the clay so you can continue making flowers at home. Once you learn this technique, you can make many more of these arrangements. Skills can also be used to make miniatures for doll houses, etc. Bring to class: Towel or cloth to work on, bottle of Sobo glue, tiny sharp pointed scissors, watercolors (Crayola paints are fine) and box to transport your creations. All other supplies provided by instructor.

MINIATURE PORCELAIN FLOWERS – Sweet Pea Arrangement
Course #326
Cost: $25
Instructor: Lona Dagutis
Material Fee: $5.00 payable in class
Wednesday (2 Sessions) 2/20 & 2/27/2008 6:30-9:30 PM Indian Crest Jr. High – Art Room

This class is the same as the Miniature Porcelain Flower Class (#325), except you will be making an arrangement of Sweet Pea Flowers. Bring all the same items to class as listed above.

EASTER EGG ORNAMENTS
Course #317
Cost: $27
Instructor: Lona Dagutis
Material Fee: $6.00 payable in class
Wednesday (2 Sessions) 3/12 & 3/19/2008 6:30-9:30 PM Indian Crest Jr. High – Art Room

Just in time for the Easter Holidays, you can create 2 beautifully decorated Easter Eggs in this workshop. Using duck eggs, the first egg will feature an applied antique silk print and braid with a finial on the top and bottom for decoration. The second egg is an adorable bird house with a roof with shingles and a window box with flowers, and a tiny bird perched on the side of the egg. Bring to class: Towel or cloth to work on, bottle of Sobo glue, tiny sharp pointed scissors, and box to transport your creations. All other supplies provided by instructor.

ONE STROKE PAINTING / Mini Photo Albums
Course #118
Cost: $22
Instructor: Lisa Derr, Certified One-Stroke Instructor
Material Fee: $6.00 payable in class
Monday (2 Sessions) 2/4 & 2/11/2008 6:30-8:30 PM Indian Valley Middle School - Art Room

In this two-night class, you will complete three mini photo albums (4x6") using the Donna Dewberry One Stroke Painting Method. As you paint these beginner projects, you will use a multi-color brush load and be able to blend, shade and highlight in one brush stroke. One album will feature a Lilac, another will be of a vine and berry arrangement, and the third will be a spring pansy. Bring to class: a long liner script brush, a #6 flat, a #8 flat and a #4 filbert brush (available at AC Moore or Michael's in various brands). All other supplies, albums, and paint will be provided by the instructor for a $6 material fee, payable in class.

POTTERY
Course #120
Cost: $80
Instructora: Loretta & Ivan Belac
Monday (10 Sessions) 2/4-4/28/2008 (No Class: 2/18 & 3/24) 6:30-9:30 PM High School - Pottery Room (Enter Chestnut St. at pool entrance)

Create beautiful pottery pieces on the potter’s wheel or build hand formed pieces in class while working at your own pace and choosing what pieces you would like to create. Instructors will teach you various methods of working with clay as well as introduce ideas for projects. Supplies available to purchase from instructor. For beginners or those with experience.

POTTERY – CYLINDRICAL CONTAINER(S)
Course #334
Cost: $32
Instructor: Loretta Belac
Material Fee: $12
Wednesday (2 Sessions) 3/5 & 3/19/2008 6:30-9:30 PM High School – Art Room (Enter Chestnut St. at pool entrance)

Let your imagination take you on this journey in creative clay making – you will learn the method to build a cylindrical container with a lid. You can make one large or several smaller containers. These attractive decorative pieces have a high-end designer appearance and can be used to hold a variety of items. Decorate the sides of your container with patterns and designs – either a design you create, or patterns made from leaves, lace, or other “press-on” items. Material fee $12 payable in class for clay & glazes. Pick up your container at the high school any Monday evening between 6:30 & 9:30 after the class is finished.

LEARNING THE POTTERY WHEEL
Course #324
Cost: $32
Instructors: Loretta and Ivan Belac
Material Fee: $12 payable in class
Wednesday (2 Sessions) 2/13 & 2/20/2008 6:30-9:30 PM High School - Pottery Room (Enter Chestnut St. at pool entrance)

Have you every wanted to learn to throw a bowl on the pottery wheel? Here is an opportunity for you to have a “one on one” lesson with a professional potter who will teach you how to do this. In class you will receive 5 lbs. of clay. Use 2 lbs to create your bowl, then have the chance to make an assortment of other clay items with the remaining clay. Week 1 - make your bowl, and week 2 - glaze and decorate it. Pick up your bowl at the high school any Monday evening between 6:30p.m. & 9:30p.m. after the class is finished. Cost of supplies $12 payable in class.

INTRODUCTION TO POTTERY FOR PARENT AND CHILD
Course #322
Cost: $20 (Bring an additional child for $5)
Instructor: Loretta Belac
Material Fee: $12 per child payable in class to instructor
Wednesday (2 Sessions) 4/2 & 4/9/2008 6:00-8:30 PM High School - Pottery Room (Enter Chestnut St. at pool entrance)

Do you have a child who enjoys art and wants to experience working with clay? In class you and your child will learn to hand mold candleholders, a “bowl-in-a-bowl”, garden markers, and charming flower pockets. Week one - make your clay items, and week 2 - paint and glaze your creations. Completed items may be picked up on 4/28. Cost of supplies: $12 per child payable in class to instructor (includes all materials and firing of objects). Grades K-6.

THE ART OF WATERCOLOR PAINTING
Course #340
Cost: $65
Instructor: Judy Alderfer
Wednesday (10 Sessions) 2/6-4/9/2008 7:00-9:00 PM Franconia Elem. - Art Room

Transparent watercolor is the focus, which includes color, tone and composition. Creative ideas are explored, and different painting surfaces are introduced. Individual instruction is given. Beginners are welcome. Supplies will be discussed the first week; however bring supplies you have to get started.