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Knitting - 6 Weeks
with Vicky Vaughn
Join us for a fun, no pressure knitting experience! This 6-week knitting class is great for not only beginners, but for anyone who may be a little rusty. You'll learn how to cast on, master the basic and purl stitches, learn some tips and tricks on repairing mistakes, and learn how to read a pattern! Vicky is a passionate knitter and always makes classes fun for her students.
Cant make a full session? Student drop-ins are welcome! Drop-In fee is $13 per class.
No class: 11/25, 12/13, 12/20, 2/17
Pine Needle Basket
with Zack Rouda
White pine, Maine’s state flower, and Red pine, are ubiquitous throughout the state and provide a vital pool of resources for human and nonhuman Mainers alike. Pine needles are beautiful and strong! They can be coiled and sewn together to make hats, lovely usable baskets, and/or adorably tiny ones.
Learn to identify, regeneratively gather and harvest, properly store and process, and weave with pine needles. We'll cover the basics of coiled basketry, which is a global, ancient human skill, and create a wonderful pine-needle basket. Every participant will make a basket to take home.
Materials fee is included in the cost of the class!
** BROCHURE CORRECTION: Cost of the class is $75, not $65.
Minimum: 4 | Maximum: 10
Knitting - 6 Weeks
with Vicky Vaughn
Join us for a fun, no pressure knitting experience! This 6-week knitting class is great for not only beginners, but for anyone who may be a little rusty. You'll learn how to cast on, master the basic and purl stitches, learn some tips and tricks on repairing mistakes, and learn how to read a pattern! Vicky is a passionate knitter and always makes classes fun for her students.
Materials to bring to class:
• Size 7 Knitting Needles
• 1 pair of small scissors
• Tape measure
• 1 light color Supersaver Red Heart Yarn (7 Ounces)
Cant make a full session? Student drop-ins are welcome! Drop-In fee is $13 per class.
No class: 4/21
Onion Basket
with Beth Goody
Learn to weave a quick basket that is perfect for storing your garlic, onions, or anything! This twill technique comes together quickly and easily for a beautifully finished product in just one class!
Please bring to class:
• A full size bath towel
A material fee of $7 is due at the start of class to the instructor.
Mystery Granny Squares
with Sheila Nelson
Get hooked on the fun of surprise stitches! In this 4-night class, a pattern will be randomly selected with a different granny square pattern each week. We will crochet two of that week’s design. From classic to quirky, no two weeks are the same! By the end of the session, you’ll have a colorful collection of squares ready to be stitched into a one-of-a-kind pillow sham. Students should have a basic knowledge of crocheting.
Minimum: 4 | Maximum: 8
** CLASS UPDATE **
Due to a scheduling conflict the dates of this class have changed. The new dates for this class are April 2 - April 30 (no class on April 23)
Fresh Flower Easter Table Center Piece
with Beth Goody
Create Your Own Spring Celebration Centerpiece
Bring the beauty of spring into your home! Join us for this cheerful one-night class and craft a stunning centerpiece using fresh-cut flowers and seasonal greenery. These vibrant arrangements are perfect for brightening your table, adding a festive touch to spring gatherings, or giving as a thoughtful gift.
No experience is needed - just bring your springtime spirit! Enjoy the fresh scents of seasonal blooms and the joy of creating something magical. Spots fill quickly, so reserve your spot now and celebrate the season with color and creativity!
Materials fee of $10 is payable to the instructor at the start of class.
Minimum: 4 | Maximum: 8
Hand Embroidery for Beginners
with Heather Coombs
Have you ever wanted to learn how to hand embroider? Look no further! In this two-night class, Heather will teach you the ins and outs to get you started on your hand embroidery journey. You will learn basic stitches, learn about materials you can embroider, and understand how the right needle and thread can make all the difference. This is a great class for all skill levels. By the end of the class, you will have completed an embroidery piece that you can display proudly in your home.
Don't forget to bring your imagination!
A kit fee of $25 is due at the start of class to the instructor.
Learn to Play the Ukulele!
with Duncan Perry
Your Journey Begins Here!
The ukulele has never been more popular, and you don't even have to know how to read music! On the uke you can knock out folk music, rock, blues, jazz, pop, and country tunes old and new -- even classical music.
Join instructor Duncan Perry on ZOOM, who has taught more than 700 students of all ages, and who will introduce you to essential chords and playing techniques using commonly known songs. Oh, and there are lots of laughs along the way. And, learning to play an instrument is good for your brain! You will need a playable ukulele and an electronic tuner or a tuner app. And when folks hear you play this happy instrument, well, they just have to smile! What are you waiting for? Grab a uke and get ready for a musical adventure, then spread the joy!
If you don’t own a ukulele, download the buying and care guide provided by the instructor below;
A Ukulele Buying and Care Guide