Note: Bring an immersion blender and soap mold to class. Fee: $22 ¡ 1day ß ¶ • Pay instructor for materials: $15 • Donna Hincks/LSU Student Union • Sun, 3:30 p.m.–5:30 p.m./Apr 24
Textiles Batik Fabric Art
Discover the age-old art of batik, a fascinating wax-resist fabric dying technique, recognizable by its unique crackle effect. Using wax as a waterproofing agent between multiple dye processes, create two beautiful wall hangings using the whole cloth and a painterly method of applying color locally. Wall hangings will be 10” x 10” and 14” x 14”. Ages 18+ Fee: $186 ¡P • Pay instructor for materials: $25 • Charlotte Gibeson/LSU Student Union • 6:00 p.m.–9:00 p.m./Jan 25–Feb 22 No class Feb 8
Burp Cloths
Stitch brightly patterned fabric to cotton diapers to make three stylish burp cloths ready for your baby or an awesome shower gift! Bring your sewing machine or share ours in this one-day class. Ages 16+ Fee: $22 ¡ 1day P ¶ • Pay instructor for materials: $20 • Peggy Saizon/LSU Student Union • Wed, 6:00 p.m.–8:00 p.m./Jan 27
Crochet: Beginning
Get ready to learn the basics of crochet! This class is for the true beginner and will focus on how to hold the yarn and crochet hook and how to chain stitch. Bring a metal size H hook, scissors, and a small ruler or a measuring tape. Yarn is provided for the first course. Ages 12+ Minors must be accompanied by a registered adult. Fee: $79 P • Purchase your own supplies: $15 • Stacie Pizzolato/LSU Tureaud Hall • Thu, 6:30pm - 8:00pm/Jan 28-Feb 18
Crochet: Beginning Plus
This class is for the confident beginner who wants to take their skills to the next level. Learn single, half-double and treble stitches, and focus on the foundational processes needed before you pursue one-of-akind projects! Techniques and skills addressed include pattern reading, shell stitch, ripples and zigzags, granny and spiral motifs, and so much more! Bring a metal size H hook, scissors, and a small ruler or a measuring tape. Yarn is provided for first project. Ages 12+. Minors must be accompanied by registered adult. Fee: $79 P • Thu, 6:30pm-8:00pm/Feb 25-Mar 17
Crochet: Intermediate
Sharpen your crochet pattern reading and style! Choose from a range of projects, including a shawlette, fingerless gloves, market bag, coasters, and kitchen dishtowels. Bring metal hooks (size G, H, I, J) and recommended yarn. Supply list provided. Prerequisite: Crochet Beginning or some experience with crochet. Ages 12+ Minors must be accompanied by a registered adult. Fee: $79 P • Purchase your own supplies: $25 • Stacie Pizzolato/LSU Tureaud Hall • Thu, 6:30pm - 8:00pm/Mar 31 Apr 21
Felted Creatures: Bees
Make your own felted bee pin or ornament. Use wool roving (raw, unprocessed wool) and special felting needles to create your own unique soft sculpture. Felting mat, needle, and roving are provided. Ages 18+ Fee: $45 ¡ 1day P • Janet Stevenson/LSU Student Union • Wed, 6:30 p.m.–8:30 p.m./Feb 17
Register: (225) 578-2500 • Spring 2016 • www.outreach.lsu.edu/leisure
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