Join skilled craftsman Glenn Wienke, who will share his passion and skills on the ancient craft of basket weaving.  Register for this two-session workshop, which is appropriate for beginners as well as more experienced basket weavers.  Students will enjoy a fun, relaxed, atmosphere creating their 6 x 8-inch basket with rattan reed and hardwood push-in handles.  Fee includes reed and wood handle.  *Students need:  one yardstick, medium-sized scissors and screwdriver, absorbent dish towel, 10-12 clothespins with springs, pencil, paper weight such as a one-pound box of spaghetti.  

In this six-week class students will gain a direction and basic understanding of the acrylic paint medium as well as the elementary principles of color, composition, perspective, contrast, focal point, and texture.  Using only primary colors and white (four total colors), students will learn to mix their own colors with the help of a color wheel.  In addition, students will learn how to identify the core components in a picture, how to break their painting into sections, and ultimately complete their own masterpiece by the end of the course.  

Polymer clay isn't just for kids! This class will how you how to use simple everyday items that allow you to manipulate this clay into a beautiful statement piece of jewelry.  We will go into depth about polymer clay's unique characteristics and how anyone without any artistic ability can make stunning art using this medium.  *Students should bring a rolling pin, a fondant roller or clay roller.  

Learn the software required to run your Cricut machine in this four-session course. Basic and advanced Cricut functions and menu options will be taught while completing three projects!  All supplies are provided during this fun and creative course!  

*Participants must download Cricut Design Space software on their cell phone, tablet, or laptop, bring their device to class, and be able to log in.

No class 3/17/25

In this two-week session workshop students will be guided by skilled craftsman Glenn Wienke, to perfect their skill in the ancient craft of basket weaving.  Students will enjoy a fun, relaxed atmosphere while creating their 8 x 10 inch basket by integrating both color and woven patterns using naturally dyed reed in multiple widths.  

*Students will need:  One yardstick, medium-sized scissors and screwdriver, absorbent dish towel, 10-12 clothespins with springs, pencil, paper weight such as a one-pound box of spaghetti 

This three-week crochet class is for beginners, those who just need a refresher or for someone who just needs a little more hands-on-lessons because the internet has given you conflicting information.  You will learn all the basic stitches, how to combine them to make designs, how to read a pattern, and everything you need to get started.  You will complete beginner projects using all the basic stiches that will take you from beginner to confident crocheter.  Venus will have supplies.  Students are welcome to bring their own supplies. 

In this six-week class students will gain a direction and basic understanding of the acrylic paint medium as well as the elementary principles of color, composition, perspective, contrast, focal point, and texture.  Using only primary colors and white (four total colors), students will learn to mix their own colors with the help of a color wheel.  In addition, students will learn how to identify the core components in a picture, how to break their painting into sections, and ultimately complete their own masterpiece by the end of the course.  

Students will learn the basics needed to create a hobbit door wreath.  All will have fun while learning how to expand on their own creativity inspired by Tolkien's beautiful world to make a one-of-a kind magical decoration.