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Sewing & Quilt Weekends
with NACE Staff
Finish those UFOs (aka unfinished objects) or start a new one. Pick up helpful tips from fellow stitchers and make new friends! Escape those constant interruptions at home with over five hours of sewing and camaraderie. Show and tell is encouraged, and no one is too new to join in the fun! Bring handwork or your sewing machine and supplies. Iron, ironing board, cutting mats and rulers supplied.
Space is limited to 16 people so be sure to register early!
Class times are as follows:
Friday: 5pm-8:30pm
Saturday: 9am-3pm
* Senior Rate (65+ is $10) to register for senior rate, please call 207-676-3223
Knitting - 6 Weeks
with Victoria 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 $12 per class.
No class February 18, April 22
Do It Yourself Quilting
with Kelly Monroe
Do you need time to finish a project, or are you stuck on a piece you have not touched in years? Kelly is well-versed in working with flannels, minky, and machine quilts. Join the group to laugh, chat, and sew. Show and tell is strongly encouraged.
No class February 5th
Expressive Art Journaling
with Pam Clark
Mixed media art journaling gives you the freedom to create self-expressive art without the fear of mistakes. Expressive art journaling can help to reduce stress, depression and anxiety. In this 6-week class, learn to create a visual expression of ideas, thoughts and emotions while relaxing and having fun using a wide range of art supplies and techniques.
No art skills required! Supplies for use in class are provided.
No class February 20, April 24, June 19
Beginner Drawing
with Gayle Fitzpatrick
Develop skills to draw what you see. Start with the basics: contour, perspective, value shading, composition, and gesture. Then move on to observational drawing using line, gesture, shape, value and texture to record and interpret reality. Bring to class all items from the materials list supplied at registration.
Drawing Class Supply List:
• Sketchbook
• Kneaded eraser
• Various pencils ( 2B – 6B )
Goat Milk Soap
with Shana Therrien
Goat milk? Have you ever wanted to try making soap with goat’s milk? Or do you even have your own goats and need something else to do with the excess milk? In this hands-on workshop you will be able to make your own minibatch of goat’s milk soap (six bars). Please note that the soap needs to cure for around 48 hours before they are ready to go home.
Maximum number of students in this class is 6, so be sure to sign up early as seats fill fast!
A materials fee of $15 is due at the start of class to the instructor.
Cardmaking
with Katie Nickerson
Why buy a card from the store when you can make your own? NACE is excited to have Katie back to help you create beautiful cards that are great for special occasions. In these one-night classes, Katie will show you how to create two different card designs in class from kits, each dedicated to a different theme. The cost of the class includes card kits for four total cards, two of which we will go over in class. Please bring glue and a pair of scissors with you. What are you waiting for? Lets get stampin'!
You may purchase additional kits from Katie price (varying from $12 - $15)
** If class is canceled due to snow, the class will be made up on Saturday of the same week.
Hammered Sterling Silver Jewelry
with ELIZABETH GOODY
Beth brings a wealth of experience and creativity to guide you as you make your own piece of hammered silver jewelry. You may choose to create earrings, pendants or rings. Kits for sale.
**Bring a hand towel to work on and any jewelry tools that you might have.
Materials fee: $10 per piece, payable to the instructor.