CRAFTS
Advanced
Crochet Techniques- CLASS IS SOLD OUT!
CR-01 Classes begin: Apr 28 (End date: May 19) 8 Hours
(4 Sessions) Tue: 6:30-8:30
This is the class my past students have requested. In this Advanced Crochet
Techniques course, we will explore expanding/decreasing stitches, Tunisian
stitching as well as stitch combination to add pattern variety to our projects.
Please understand there will be an assumption on the instructor's part that
students are proficient in basic vocabulary and simple stitches. If you are
unsure of your ability, feel free to contact the instructor at j.roberson@juno.com
or register for Crochet For Beginners.
Room: 215 Instructor: Jill Roberson Tuition: $59
Crochet for
Beginners- CLASS IS SOLD
OUT
CR-02 Classes begin: Mar 17 (End date: Apr 7) 8 Hours (4 Sessions) Tue:
6:30-8:30
Crochet is a timeless hobby; fun, portable, easy (once you have the knack!)
and the perfect art form to create gifts for fashion, home and baby. This class
is for beginners who want to learn the basics of this medium. Bring to each
class a size "J" hook and 1 skein of inexpensive yarn (available at WalMart,
K-Mart, A.C. Moore, etc for around $5). Students will learn to chain, single
crochet and double crochet - every stitch needed for flat projects like scarves,
pot holders, afghans and blankets. Class size is limited to 10 students.
Room: 215 Instructor: Jill Roberson Tuition: $59
Jill Roberson, a long-time educator at Keefe Tech, has been crocheting
for more years than she cares to admit. Her house is filled with cozy blankets
and pot holders and every baby born to the family is welcomed with a soft
blanket made with love.
KNITTING FOR
BEGINNERS- CLASS IS SOLD OUT!
CR-03 Classes begin: Mar 23 (End date: May 4) 15 Hours (6 Sessions)
Mon: 6:30-9:00
Learn basic knitting skills that will provide you with an interesting and
relaxing hobby. This course is designed for everyone new to knitting and for
those of you who want a refresher course. Participants will learn the knit and
purl stitches, as well as how to increase and decrease. By the end of the course
you will make at least one of the following items: a scarf, a poncho, or a baby
blanket. Supplies for the first class are: one skein of plain, light colored
bulky weight yarn; a pair of size 11 or 13 straight knitting needles, preferably
bamboo or wood; size "G" or "H" crochet hook; scissors; a tape measure; and a
notebook and pen/pencil. Class size is limited to 10 students.
Room: 222 Instructor: Joan Sebastian Tuition: $79
Quilting: Beyond
the Basics
- CLASS IS SOLD OUT!
CR-04 Classes begin: Mar 18 (End date: May 6) 15 Hours (6
Sessions) Wed: 6:30-9:00
If you completed basic quilting and want to learn some new and challenging
techniques, this is the class for you. Participants in this class will learn
curved piecing, basic applique, paper piecing, y-seams and other quilting skills
while experiencing the quilting group experience. Each week the class will learn
the skills to complete one block. During the last class the instructor will
demonstrate how to incorporate the blocks (and other similar blocks) into a
small sampler quilt using sashing, corner stones, borders and bindings. Ideas
for using the blocks in other ways will also be discussed.
Room: 224 Instructor: Joan Sebastian Tuition: $79
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.
Scrapbooking for
Beginners & Enthusiasts
CR-05 Classes begin: Mar 24 (End date: Apr 28) 10 Hours (5
Sessions) Tue: 6:30-8:30
This course will introduce participants to the materials and tools of
scrapbooking. Many beginning scrapbookers are wary of starting a scrapbook
because they have too many photos that need to be archived. Participants will be
given tips on organizing photos, choosing representative photos for scrapbook
pages, and designing simple layouts that they can repeat throughout a scrapbook.
Already established scrapbookers are encouraged to participate in this course,
as it will provide both the motivation for completing pages and plenty of idea
pages to work from. Beginners are asked to bring photos and an album (a post
bound or strap and hinge album available at area craft stores.) Other tools and
materials will be provided. Go to http://www.simplydesignedforyou.com and click
on the Keefe Tech link for tips on buying scrapbooking supplies.
Room: 309 Instructor: Nancy D'Amato Tuition: $69
Nancy D'Amato has been a scrapbooking enthusiast for almost 10 years.
Although she has worked in mathematics education for 17 years, in 2005, Nancy
established "simply designed", a design consultation firm specializing in
wedding and event invitations, announcements, greeting cards, and personalized
stationery (www.simplydesignedforyou.com.) The business has recently been
expanded to offer scrapbooking and card making workshops. The motto of "simply
designed" is "keep it simple." This extends to Nancy's scrapbooking techniques:
simple layouts, classic color combinations, a minimum of flashy embellishments.
STAINED GLASS:
BEGINNERS
CR-06 Classes begin: Mar 11 (End date: May 13) 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: $149
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.
Utility Basket-
NEW CLASS!
CR-08 Classes begin: Apr 1 (End date: Apr 29) 9 Hours (3 Sessions) Wed:
6:00-9:00
This is a very functional basket that can be used in many ways. It measures
6" x 12" x 5". It makes a perfect bread basket, holds two 6" flower pots, fits
perfectly on the back of a toilet to hold bathroom supplies, and much more!
Students will be given the opportunity to choose from 3 handle types. Tuition
includes material.
Room: 107 Instructor: Debra Rolfe Tuition: $79
Debra Rolfe has been weaving as a hobby and teaching weaving to both
children and adults for many years. Her work is sold at local arts and craft
fairs in the fall. Recently, she received a "Peoples Choice Award" for her
basket "In Harmony" at the Northeast Basketmakers Guild's annual convention.
Debra is a member of the Northeast Basketmakers Guild and the National Basketry
Organization.