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Let'sget crafty!

from Fall 2023 Parks & Recreation Program Brochure

by longviewrec

from Fall 2023 Parks & Recreation Program Brochure, page 15

Article from: Fall 2023 Parks & Recreation Program Brochure

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All classes taught by Melissa Trunick

Ages 12 & Over

Embroidery Workshop (Beginning)

Learn basic embroidery skills at a hands-on workshop. If you have never threaded a needle before and would like to embrace the craft of embroidery this class is for you You will be provided a kit with all you need to complete the project

Sat 09/30 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM $19

Location: Elks Memorial Building, 2121 Kessler Blvd

Sat 11/04 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM $19

Location: Recreation Office, 2920 Douglas Street

Supply fee due to instructor at first class: $5

Knitting: Beginning Series

Learn the basics of knitting including how to cast-on to start the process of knitting, the knit and purl stitch, and how to bind-off to finish your project Demonstrations and hands-on practice to learn the techniques The instructor will provide the pattern options, knitting needles and yarn

Instructor: Melissa Trunick

Tue 10/17 - 11/14 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM $39

Location: Elks Memorial Building, 2121 Kessler Blvd

*No Class 10/31

Supply fee due to instructor at first class: $5

Sewing: Beginning Series

Choose a project such as a tote bag, placemat, pillowcase or skirt Finish one or more projects depending on sewing ability and difficulty of project Instructor will provide the fabric, thread, notions, pins, scissors, and instructions Students can also provide their own fabric

Tue 09/19 - 10/10 3:00 PM - 5:00 PM $39

Location: Elks Memorial Building, 2121 Kessler Blvd

Supply fee due to instructor at first class: $10

Sewing: Intermediate Series

Learn more sewing skills including zippers, pockets, ruffles, darts, waistbands, and sleeves Students will choose their own projects to create

Wed 10/25 - 11/15 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM $39

Location: Elks Memorial Building, 2121 Kessler Blvd

Supply fee due to instructor at first class: $10

Sewing: Beginning Workshop

Focus on making a simple tote bag with two options

Demonstration of fabric layout, pinning, cutting and sewing a straight seam Instructor will provide fabric and supplies

Sat 10/21 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM $19

Location: Recreation Office, 2920 Douglas Street

$5 Supply fee due to instructor at first class

If a sewing machine is needed, please contact melissatrunick@gmail.com

GLASS FUSING-SPECIALTY ORNAMENTS

Choose from two class times! Students will create 2 tree ornaments and review glass safety and learn to decorate with stringers and dots

Instructor: Rachel Dollar

Sat 10/21 10:30-11:30 AM OR 12:30-1:30 PM $25

Supply fee due at first class: $10

Elks Memorial Bldg , 2121 Kessler Blvd will be introduced as well as opportunities for exploration on the potter’s wheel

Instructor: Debra Robasky, Mark Morris Ceramics

Wed 09/27 - 11/29 6:00 - 8:00 PM $99

Mark Morris H.S. 1602 MM Court

$40 supply fee due at first class.

*No Class 11/22

Soap Making

Learn to make soap for home use and/or gift giving Use of a variety of oils, lye, fragrance oils and essential oils plus additives of your choice to make it a one-of-a-kind creation.