CRAFTS
Felted Easter
Basket - NEW CLASS!
CR-01 • Classes held: Mar 6 & 13 • 5 Hours (2 Sessions) •
Thu: 6:30-9:00
The Easter Bunny can fill this colorful felted wool basket for a special
child, or you can use it as a decorative centerpiece for your holiday table. The
basket is knit in the round using circular needles, handles are knitted to the
base, and then it is felted. Each basket will be unique by incorporating novelty
yarns, beads or trims in your design. A list of supplies will be mailed to you
prior to the first class. Level of difficulty: Advanced Beginner (Participants
must be proficient in knitting basics.)
Room: 107 • Instructor: Joan Sebastian • Tuition: $39
Joan Sebastian has been making felted, knitted items for a number of
years. She sells her felted handbags and accessories to the public.
Highbush Blueberry
Basket- NEW CLASS!
CR-02 • Classes begin: Apr 30 (End date: May 14) • 9 Hours
(3 Sessions) • Wed: 6:00-9:00
This basket, designed by Wendy Jensen, was originally to be used for hands
free blueberry picking. It has the familiar shape of a pack basket with shaker
tape straps. The basket turned out to be great to use as a pocketbook as well.
Learning shaping technique is an important aspect of weaving this basket. Bring
the following tools if you have them (instructor will have some tools for the
students to share): awl or thin flat head screwdriver, 12 spring loaded clothes
pins, sturdy scissors or hand pruners, needle nose pliers, spray bottle and
measuring tape. Tuition includes all materials.
Room: 107 • Instructor: Debra Rolfe • Tuition: $69
Debra Rolfe has been weaving as a hobby and teaching weaving for more than 13
years. Her work is sold at local arts and craft fairs in the fall. She is a
member of the Northeast Basketmakers Guild and the National Basketry
Organization.
penobscot carrier
Basket
CR-03 • Classes begin: Apr 2 (End date: Apr 16) • 9 Hours
(3 Sessions) • Wed: 6:00-9:00
The penobscot carrier is a practical tote. It fits perfectly between the
front seats of most vans. Teachers love it to carry files and books. You'll be
amazed at how much you can carry in this tote and how versatile it is. The tote
is woven in rattan and has shaker tape straps. This is a great project for
beginners and for intermediate basket makers. Bring the following tools if you
have them (instructor will have some tools for the students to share): awl or
thin flat head screwdriver, 12 spring loaded clothes pins, sturdy scissors or
hand pruners, needle nose pliers, spray bottle and measuring tape. Tuition
includes all materials.
Room: 107 • Instructor: Debra Rolfe • Tuition: $69
Debra Rolfe has been weaving as a hobby and teaching weaving for more than 15
years. Her work is sold at local arts and craft fairs in the fall. She is a
member of the Northeast Basketmakers Guild and the National Basketry
Organization.
Quilting FOR
Beginners
CR-04 • Classes begin: Mar 5 (End date: Apr 30) • 20 Hours
(8 Sessions) • Wed: 6:30-9:00
Learn the basics of modern quilt-making while making a small, square table
topper that can also be used as a wall-hanging. The class will cover fabric
selection, rotary cutting, piecing, basic machine quilting, and attaching
borders and bindings. We will also discuss how to apply your new skills to
larger quilts. Whether you are interested in traditional or contemporary styled
quilts, this is the class to learn the basics of all quilt-making. Students need
to bring basic sewing supplies (needles, thread, fabric scissors), a ruler, a
pencil, and fabric scraps, if available, to the first class. After the first
class, students should also bring a sewing machine to class.
Room: Library • Instructor: Joan Sebastian • Tuition: $119
Joan Sebastian has been a teacher and a quilter for over 30 years. She
has taught quilting to adults and children as young as 8 years old.
STAINED GLASS: BEGINNERS
- CLASS IS SOLD OUT!
CR-05 • Classes begin: Mar 12 (End date: May 7) • 20 Hours (8 Sessions) • Wed:
7:00-9:30
This course is for those who have never cut a piece of glass before.
(However all students are welcome.) You will be learning the copperfoil method,
often referred to as the Tiffany style of stained glass. We will begin cutting
the first night. Using clear glass, you will complete a practice piece by the
second night. This project will prepare you to begin on the flat project of your
choice. Tools are available for in-school use only. The approximate cost of
materials for your project will depend on what you choose. You could spend about
$75 to $100 on supplies. Tools to do the craft at home will vary in quality and
are an additional cost. There is a wide range of tools available for purchase at
the stained glass stores. I will introduce you to a variety of them. A supply
list and a list of suppliers will be distributed to you at the first class.
Precaution - Lead is used in the class. Women who are pregnant or considering
becoming pregnant should consult their doctor before registering.
Room: 308 • Instructor: Michele Dillon • Tuition: $139
Michele Dillon has been teaching stained glass in the MetroWest area for
over 20 years. She began her career as an apprentice in 1980. Over the years she
has created custom windows and lamps for both residential and commercial
customers. Some of Michele's students have continued on their own and sold their
work and have become award winners.