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Create your own beautiful stained glass art. Learn how to cut & break glass as you create your own project using the copper foil method. The session will teach you about type & quality of glass, appropriate tools, cutting techniques and assembling. You will leave the class with a completed project. The instructor will bring templates for...

Join us for a great afternoon or evening of flower design. The Sampler classes are for individuals who want to try out our school and go home with a wealth of knowledge about the world of flower designing. It’s three great projects covering American to European design.  Michael Gaffney will be there to teach and also give you his book Design...

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Bring your favorite beverage. Cups will be provided. No experience necessary, just bring your desire to try something new! Follow along with the teacher's instructions or do your own thing. Come with a date or a friend or solo! It's a good time!

The introductory flower design is a great course to expand your skills into the world of flower designing covering approximately 10 different styles of design. We go from American to European to bridal. The course consist of many projects all done in class. All hands on with all your flowers and containers included. We also discuss the marketing and...

We will learn how to sew a blouse or camp shirt using Butterick 6753 or Butterick 6846 incorporating more advanced garment construction techniques including setting sleeves, collar, sewing buttonholes, fit adjustments, and seam finishes.  Patterns are available for purchase at the studio during class.

This workshop will offer instruction for people who want to learn the ins and outs of their cameras. Improve your skills no matter which camera model you own! Take this Course if you: Just purchased a Digital SLR Camera/Point and shoot camera Want to learn to make simple and creative changes to your pictures using the functions of your camera...

In this multi-level jewelry class, a different technique will be demonstrated each week to develop and enhance skills in fabrication. Students work on their own projects with input and feedback from the instructor.

For absolute beginners who have no prior knowledge of crochet but want to learn the art of crocheting. Class will include proper nomenclature (terminology), hands on learning, visual aids, 1 on 1 assistance and a Q&A Session throughout the class. Students will leave with a completed crochet project, having learned the 5 basic stitches of crochet,...

For absolute beginners who have no prior knowledge of knitting but want to learn the art of knitting. Class will include proper nomenclature (terminology), hands on learning, visual aids, 1 on 1 assistance and a Q&A Session throughout the class. Students will leave with their knitting project, having learned the 2 basic stitches of knitting,...

Do you want to make Screen Prints?  This multi-level class is a great way to explore your ideas and get them printed. Learn both handmade and photographic processes and create images on a screen and print editions in black and white and color.  Learn the medium of Warhol and the Chicago gig poster scene!   Skill Level: Beginner/Intermediate...

This class is for beginners and sewers wanting a refresher class. This 4-week course is designed to teach students how to use a sewing machine and basic sewing skills and techniques including how to use a pattern and fabric layout. We will be sewing a pair of pull-on lounge pants. The pattern: New Look 6859, will be provided. Veronica...

Make PJs with Anastasia! Whether you're making them for yourself, gifts for loved ones, or for your cantankerous coworker who you think probably needs to sleep better, it'll be sew fun! In two 3-hour all-supplies-included sessions, we'll make custom pajama tops, bottoms, and sleep masks! You can make a top anywhere from an ultra-cozy nightshirt to...

Get hooked on the basics of tapestry weaving! Learn to make a frame loom, introductory weaving techniques, finishing techniques, and resources for further development of your skills!

Master sewing panties with Anastasia and always have a fresh pair to wear! In this class you will learn the following. How to size the pattern to yourself and design the pantie style you want How to cut out the pattern How to sew the cotton crotch with invisible seam allowance How to attach picot elastic with the serger How to...