Classes
Painting Big and Bold!
Saturday, November 23, 2019 1-5pm
Get ready to roll up your sleeves and delve into some no-holds-barred creative exploration!
Using a variety of mark making tools and vibrant pigments, and safe in the knowledge that there is no wrong way to approach the canvas, you'll be able to experience the playfulness of painting . . . layer after layer of whatever inspires you. Try new techniques in a spirit of wild abandon, with the support and guidance of an experienced and creative instructor. Painting on a large scale will give you a whole new perspective. Come prepared to expand your point of view and experience a new kind of freedom with paint!
Frequently asked questions:
- All materials provided. No experience necessary!
- Indicate your preference for 24" x 36" or 30" x 40" canvas below (reserved on a first come first served basis).
- Dress comfortably in clothing you that can tolerate catching some paint.
- $75 per person prior to Monday, November 18, 2019. $85 per person on or after Tuesday, November 19, 2019.
Class size limited to 8.
Instructor: Cindi Spillman
Knitting for Beginners - Part 1
Thursday, December 5, 2019 10am-12pm
Beginners of all ages are discovering the joy of knitting!
We'll learn and practice the basics . . . deciphering labels, casting on, the knit stitch, and the pearl stitch.
The materials you'll receive for this class will cover you for Knitting for Beginners - Part 2, should you choose to continue your introduction to this relaxing and practical art form.
Varying quantities of each yarn color available. Tell us your favorite when registering, and we'll set it aside for you on a first come/first served basis. (Purple, Teal, Navy, Red, Coral, White, Ecru, Black)
All materials included, no experience required!
Instructor: Cindi Spillman
Class size limited to 6.
$25 per student
Knitting for Beginners - Part 2
Thursday, December 5, 2019 1-3p
Build upon what you have learned so far, combining knit and pearl stitches to make fun designs!
We'll learn to follow some basic pattern notations, and then bind off and block our "sampler."
The materials you received for Knitting for Beginners - Part 1 will cover you for Part 2 as well. If you didn't join us for Part 1, or would like additional yarn or needles, materials will be available for purchase.
Varying quantities of each yarn color available. Tell us your favorite when registering, and we'll set it aside for you on a first come/first served basis. (Purple, Teal, Navy, Red, Coral, White, Ecru, Black)
Class size limited to 6.
All materials included, no experience required!
Instructor: Cindi Spillman
Price: $25 per student
2nd Friday Social - West Coast Swing!
Friday, December 13, 2019 7-10pm
Join us for some fun on the dance floor! Our2nd Friday Social Dance will be all about West Coast Swing, with Benjamin Birdsong as our instructor and DJ.
Don't know the steps, or need a refresher? The cover charge includes a free intermediate level class will begin at 7pm, followed by a free beginners class at 7:30p. You'll then be ready to put your new moves to some smooth groves!
Bring along your refreshment of choice, or enjoy our neighborhood eateries before and after.
Cover: $10
Beginning Barn Quilts
Saturday, December 14, 2019 10a-4p
Our most frequently requested class is now open to the public!
Create a 2' x 2' x 3/4" barn quilt, suitable for indoor or outdoor display. Upon registration, you'll be sent instructions for choosing your pattern and colors. Use one of our suggestions, or select one of your own! We'll take you step by step from plotting out your design to adding "stitching" or other embellishments.
All materials (except hanging hardware) provided . . . no experience necessary!
Note: Students will be on their own for lunch. Feel free to bring something along work straight through, take a break to enjoy one of our neighborhood eateries, or bring take-out back to the classroom.
Class size limited to 8.
Instructor: Cindi Spillman
$75/person if you register by Tuesday, December 10, 2019.
$85/person on and after Wednesday, December 11, 2019.
Registration closes Friday, December 13, 2019 at 5pm.