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Acrylic Basics-Small Paintings-Big Impact
Have you always wanted to learn to paint but feel short on time, space or money? Discover how small paintings can resolve these issues while providing opportunities to make beautiful, complete works of art. Class will cover acrylic painting fundamentals while you paint various still life objects using fruits and vegetables as your subject matter. All supplies provided. Class fee: $ 75. w Feb 7- Mar 7 | 7- 9:30 pm | 5 Sessions W | Sandburg Edu Ctr | AL077-3C09-W1 | McAvey
NEW | Acrylics-Minneapolis Skyline
Expand your imagination and experience acrylic painting with this one night class. Instructor, Dan McAvey, will guide you through each step and teach you the skills to create a beautiful canvas painting of the Minneapolis skyline at night. All levels welcome. Canvas measures 16 in. x 20 in. All supplies provided. Class fee: $ 35. w Jan 24 | 7- 9:30 pm | 1 Session W | Sandburg Edu Ctr | AL077-3C10-W1 | McAvey
NEW | Alcohol Ink Painting Workshop
Experiment with alcohol inks on Yupo paper. The non-absorbent nature of Yupo means it will not buckle, no matter how much water you put on it! Alcohol inks are pigment-intense and vibrant( as all the color sits on the surface), free-flowing and filled with an energy all their own. You will leave the workshop with 7 in. x 11 in. masterpiece and the knowledge of this technique to continue at home. All supplies provided. Class fee: $ 39. w Feb 22 | 7- 8:30 pm | 1 Session Th | Oakview MS | AL077-3C38-W1 | Art Innovators
Arm Knitting Basics
Arm knitting is the quickest way to knit with a chunky style. Join instructor, Anne Scheidnes, for this hands-on class where you will learn how to arm knit a 35 in. x 40 in. throw. All levels of experience welcome. Get ready to begin your own arm knitting adventures. Bring 150 yards of super bulky weight yarn or more for a larger throw. Class fee: $ 35. w Feb 13 | 7- 9 pm | 1 Session T | Sandburg Edu Ctr | AL077-3C15-W1 | Scheidnes
NEW | Beginning Felting-Landscapes
Learn the art of needle felting. You will use a specially-barbed needle and fluffy wool to create a unique 5 in. x 7 in. wool landscape-inspired“ painting” on a piece of pre-felt wool background material, perfect for display. Instructor, Lisa Jordan, will discuss the history of felting, show you techniques for adding and blending colors, building texture and adding interesting elements. All supplies provided. Additional starter supplies will be available for purchase after class. Class fee: $ 39. w Feb 3 | 9 am- Noon | 1 Session Sa | Staff Dev Ctr | AL077-3C24-W1 | Jordan
NEW | Bookbinding for Beginners
Learn traditional bookbinding methods which have been used for hundreds of years. Join instructor, Cathy Durso, in exploring three simple bookbinding techniques-Japanese stab, pamphlet and long stitch. With step-by-step instruction you will make at least three small notebooks and receive extensive handouts to continue making books on your own! Supply fee of $ 5 cash paid to instructor at class. Class fee: $ 45. w Feb 10 | 9 am- 1 pm | 1 Session Sa | Staff Dev Ctr | AL077-3C37-W1 | Durso
Cord Rug
Make a beautiful rug from macramé cord. These 18 in. x 30 in. rugs are durable, washable and can last a lifetime. This rug uses only simple crochet stitches and can easily be done even if you do not crochet or have not crocheted for a while. Supply fee of $ 25 cash paid to instructor at class. Class fee: $ 25. w Feb 27 | 6- 9 pm | 1 Session T | Staff Dev Ctr | AL077-3C07-W1 | Decker
Crochet-Beginning
Crochet is fast and fun. Learn the basics of crochet including chaining, single crochet, double crochet, slip stitches and color changes. Plus, discover what yarns and threads should be used for each project and how to block a finished piece. Not meeting February 6. Bring scissors. Supply fee of $ 6 paid to instructor at class. Class fee: $ 39. w Jan 23- Feb 20 | 6:30- 9 pm | 4 Sessions T | Staff Dev Ctr | AL077-3C13-W1 | Jones
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