Adult

Hand building with pottery is another way of working with clay. The basic techniques are easier to learn and the range of forms you can produce is much broader. If you are interested in clay, but are not sure the wheel is for you, consider hand building and begin creating wonderful functional pieces of artwork on your very first day. This class will give you the opportunity to create unique projects each week. Students will focus on the vocabulary of clay, slab construction, pinch pots, surface texture, clay impression, and more. For students who are looking for a place to express their creativity, hand building may be the experience for you. Only 10 spots available.

11:00 am - 1:00 pm - Tuesdays, August 25, September 1, 8, 15, 22, 29.

Adult

Shaker Tape Chair woven with Shaker Tape. A couple of different colors of material will be offered. All materials and chair will be provided. 

9am - 3pm Saturday, September 5.

Adult

We will be discussing the life and history of the straight back chair. Once you choose your chair we will talk about the material and tools that will be used. We will learn how to read and follow the pattern. Students will be given hands-on help from the instructor. 

This will be a six-hour class. The chair, materials, as well as the tools will be provided. 

9:00 am - 3:00 pm, Saturday, September 12.

Grades 6 - 8

Explore the basics of fiber arts! Students will learn foundational weaving skills and terminology while creating a mini rug on a cardboard loom.

10 am - Noon, Monday, October 5.

Adult

This class is for students who have taken the beginning class previously but may not be ready to move on to an intermediate or advanced class. Students will continue their knowledge and skills to create functional and decorative wares from clay. We will do at least five projects and students will have the opportunity to throw on the wheel. Decoration with surface textures, handles, and glazing examples will be discussed. Every class will create different forms, and students will learn how to understand clay's versatility. You will have a chance to throw, trim, and modify a pot.  After the fifth meeting, projects will be bisque fired. The last night is left for glazing. If you are interested in taking a clay class and would like to explore your creativity and enhance your skill this class may be for you. Only 6 spots are available. A wheel is available for each student.

11:00 am - 1:30 pm, Tuesdays, October 6, 13, 20, 27, November 3, 10.

Adult

Grocery Bag Basket We will be weaving a basket to hold all those bags we get at the stores and shops. The basket has a wooden base and a leather handle. Color insert reed will be chosen by the students on the day of class.

9am - 3pm Saturday, November 14.