Class Schedule- February- June 2024
Take a class, learn something new! My classes include all supplies so you can test out a new technique or material and not break the bank.
February 2024
FAUX FELT SUCCULENT (ages 14+)
Saturday, November 11, 1-3pm, Sharon Lynne Wilson Center for the Arts, Brookfield, WI
Love succulents but have a crafty hand instead of a green thumb? This class is for you! Learn how to create, cut, and glue up some convincing faux succulents that will last the whole year, no watering or correct sunlight needed. Participants will make three small succulents in a pot to take home. No experience is necessary, but we will be using a hot glue gun.
GET ARTY (ages 5-9)
Saturday, February 17, 10:00 am- noon, Sharon Lynne Wilson Center for the Arts, Brookfield, WI
Have fun and get arty this winter and early spring! Each workshop will have a different project that focuses on different material and media to keep the kids engaged. Sign up for one or all of the sessions that fit into your schedule. Wonderful Winter (January), Lovely Lights (February), and Perfect Painting Party (March). Your young artist is encouraged to wear clothes that can get messy.
ART A LA CARTE (ages 14+)
Friday, February 23, 6-8 pm, Kenosha Public Museum, Kenosha, WI
Get a taste of what workshops Kenosha Public Museum has to offer at this casual event! Stop in with our teaching artists to explore fused glass, tai chi, wet felting, watercolor painting – with all this variety you will be sure to find a new hobby! After completing all the offerings, enter your name into to raffle to win a free class. Includes one beverage ticket, painting demonstrations, and hands-on art activities.
BOOKMAKING FOR BEGINNERS (ages 14+)
Saturday, February 24, 10:30am -12:30pm, Kenosha Public Museum, Kenosha, WI
Learn how to make a dried floral arrangement and then display it in this lovely glass container. The class includes all supplies for the project, but if you have a special dried flower or item you wish to include please bring it with you. No experience needed. All supplies are included in the workshop price.
VERY VINTAGE VALENTINE (ages 14+)
Saturday, February 3, 1:00-2:30 pm, Bella Botanica, Springfield, WI
Make a lovely decorative heart hanging for yourself….or for your special valentine. Plenty of vintage textiles including lace, handkerchiefs, and doilies will be available for your project! All supplies are included but if you have some textiles you wish to use you are welcome to bring them along.
March 2024
GET ARTY (ages 5-9)
Saturday, March 16, 10:00 am- noon, Sharon Lynne Wilson Center for the Arts, Brookfield, WI
Have fun and get arty this winter and early spring! Each workshop will have a different project that focuses on different material and media to keep the kids engaged. Sign up for one or all of the sessions that fit into your schedule. Wonderful Winter (January), Lovely Lights (February), and Perfect Painting Party (March). Your young artist is encouraged to wear clothes that can get messy.
WET FELTED EASTER EGGS (ages 14+)
Saturday, March 16, 1-3pm, Sharon Lynne Wilson Center for the Arts, Brookfield, WI
Celebrate spring while creating these lovely little eggs. Learn the basics of wet felting as we make a colorful collection for a basket or display. No experience is necessary and all supplies are included.
TINY WEAVINGS (ages 14+)
Sunday, March 10, 1-3pm, Bella Botanica, Springfield, WI
Learn the basics of weaving while making the most adorable tiny wall hanging. Each participant will get to take home their tiny loom (included in cost of class) to create more tiny weavings at home! All supplies are included, no experience necessary.
April 2024
POLYMER TASSEL EARRINGS (ages 14+)
Wednesday, April 24, 6-8 pm, Kenosha Public Museum, Kenosha, WI
Start to discover the joy of working with polymer clay while creating a fun piece of wearable art. Students will learn how to prepare, use, and bake polymer clay pieces, make tassels from scratch, and use jewelry findings to connect those pieces together. Students will make at least one pair of earrings with the opportunity to create more if time permits. All supplies are included, no experience necessary.
HERB PRINTED TEA TOWELS (ages 14+)
Saturday, April 27, 1-3pm, Bella Botanica, Springfield, WI
Make your mark on some tea towels with this creative printing process. Learn some tips and tricks for printing herbs on paper and on two tea dyed tea towels. These towels make great hostess gifts or lovely gifts for yourself. All supplies are included, no experience needed.
TINY WEAVINGS (ages 14+)
Wednesday, April 3, 6-8 pm, Kenosha Public Museum, Kenosha, WI
Learn the basics of weaving while making the most adorable tiny wall hanging. Each participant will get to take home their tiny loom (included in cost of class) to create more tiny weavings at home! All supplies are included, no experience necessary.
May 2024
MOTHER'S DAY ALLIUM POM POM POT (caregiver and child)
Saturday, May 11, 10:30 am - noon, Kenosha Public Museum, Kenosha, WI
Create this fabulous floral arrangement with your kiddo for a special mom or grandma in your family. This project will focus on how to make different size pom poms to create the blossoms of the allium plant. With a few other additions to your plant, you can make a faux flower that a mom or grandma would love as a gift! All supplies are included, no experience necessary.
June 2024
LEAF PRINTED TEA TOWELS (ages 14+)
Saturday, June 19, 10:30 am - 12:30 pm, Kenosha Public Museum, Kenosha, WI
Make your mark on some tea towels with this creative printing process. Learn some tips and tricks for printing leaves on paper and on two tea dyed tea towels. These towels make great hostess gifts or lovely gifts for yourself! If you are a gardener, please bring in a few leaves to print from your garden. If not, we will have plenty of leaves to choose from. All supplies are included, no experience needed.
CLASSES
Classes start with the basic skills for beginners and move to more advanced knowledge as the class moves along. Every class includes all the supplies necessary to create the project. Just show up, have fun, laugh at a couple of my jokes, and enjoy creating. Have a question about a class or location? Use the button below to stay in touch.