To see a list of our classes, you can see our 2010 Spring Schedule below. You will also need to fill out our Registration Form.
Current Classes
WHEEL THROWN POTTERY -BEGINNER
Instructor: Lin Hausknecht
Date: Thursdays, September 30, October 7, 14, 21, 28, November 4 and 18
Time: 6 – 9 pm
Fee: $168, plus est. $25 materials fee, plus small firing fee dependent on number of pieces.
Location: Crim de la Crim, Martinsburg
Learn the basics for making simple forms on the pottery wheel. Learn to wedge, center, open, pull up, shape, trim, glaze, and finish pottery. We will learn to make bowls, vases, mugs, plates, & other items.
Date: Thursdays, September 30, October 7, 14, 21, 28, November 4 and 18
Time: 6 – 9 pm
Fee: $168, plus est. $25 materials fee, plus small firing fee dependent on number of pieces.
Location: Crim de la Crim, Martinsburg
Learn the basics for making simple forms on the pottery wheel. Learn to wedge, center, open, pull up, shape, trim, glaze, and finish pottery. We will learn to make bowls, vases, mugs, plates, & other items.
WALL POCKET BASKET
Date: Sunday, October 10, 2010
Time: 12 noon till 5pm (4 ½ hrs & ½ hr. for break)
Fee: $36 plus $15 material fee payable to instructor
Skill level: beginner & up
Instructor: Kathy McClung
Location: Washington St. Gallery & Gift, Charles Town, WV
Deceptively simple and decidedly versatile; that’s this big “weed” style basket that may be used to hold dried flower, greenery, mail, whatever. The surface of the basket can act as a canvas for student’s natural “finds” to be displayed. There will be a discussion of local plant materials that work well for weaving and decoration. Some decorative plant materials will be provided but feel free to bring whatever you’d like to incorporate into your finished product.
Students bring: small dishpan/bucket, old towel, pencil, 12-18 spring-type clothes pins, cloth tape measure, sturdy clippers or scissors, and any snacks or beverage they require.
Time: 12 noon till 5pm (4 ½ hrs & ½ hr. for break)
Fee: $36 plus $15 material fee payable to instructor
Skill level: beginner & up
Instructor: Kathy McClung
Location: Washington St. Gallery & Gift, Charles Town, WV
Deceptively simple and decidedly versatile; that’s this big “weed” style basket that may be used to hold dried flower, greenery, mail, whatever. The surface of the basket can act as a canvas for student’s natural “finds” to be displayed. There will be a discussion of local plant materials that work well for weaving and decoration. Some decorative plant materials will be provided but feel free to bring whatever you’d like to incorporate into your finished product.
Students bring: small dishpan/bucket, old towel, pencil, 12-18 spring-type clothes pins, cloth tape measure, sturdy clippers or scissors, and any snacks or beverage they require.
STAINED GLASS FOR BEGINNERS
Date: Tuesdays and Thursdays— November 2, 4. 9, 11, 16 and 18
Time: 6 - 9 pm
Fee: $144 plus $30 tool rental (does not include glass)
Instructor: Carol Slovikosky
Location: Triple Brick Museum, Martinsburg
Students will create a 12 X 12 inch panel, ready to hang and display at the end of the class. Instruction will include glass types and selection, pattern selection and preparation, glass cutting techniques, application of copper foil and soldering. There will be homework. Supplies for student to bring to class are an apron, bucket and brush. All basic supplies will be ones you will have in your home.
BEGINNING WOODCARVING
Date: Saturdays, December 4, 11, 18
Time: 3 pm - 5 pm
Fee: $48, plus $15 materials fee
Instructor: Nancy Streeter
Location: Crim de la Crim
Students may choose to carve a red bird, bear, or other animal. Instruction will include the use and care of carving tools, carving methods and techniques. The completed carving can be painted in class. Those with prior experience can do more advanced projects.
Date: Tuesdays and Thursdays— November 2, 4. 9, 11, 16 and 18
Time: 6 - 9 pm
Fee: $144 plus $30 tool rental (does not include glass)
Instructor: Carol Slovikosky
Location: Triple Brick Museum, Martinsburg
Students will create a 12 X 12 inch panel, ready to hang and display at the end of the class. Instruction will include glass types and selection, pattern selection and preparation, glass cutting techniques, application of copper foil and soldering. There will be homework. Supplies for student to bring to class are an apron, bucket and brush. All basic supplies will be ones you will have in your home.
BEGINNING WOODCARVING
Date: Saturdays, December 4, 11, 18
Time: 3 pm - 5 pm
Fee: $48, plus $15 materials fee
Instructor: Nancy Streeter
Location: Crim de la Crim
Students may choose to carve a red bird, bear, or other animal. Instruction will include the use and care of carving tools, carving methods and techniques. The completed carving can be painted in class. Those with prior experience can do more advanced projects.
TWINED RAG RUG—Rags to Rugs
Date: TBD, let us know of your interest
Instructor: Judy Jeffares
Fee: $64, plus $20 materials fee for frame
Location: Triple Brick Museum
Learn a traditional method of making a rag rug. Create your own twined rug using a very old method called twining, which is made on a hand made frame. Bring scissors, needle, thread and your selection of fabric. Old sheets are excellent for this project. A full-size flat sheet in white or crème is adequate for the warp and two queen-size flat sheets, your choice of color (solids or prints), will be sufficient for the weft
GOURD ART—Gorgeous Gourds
Date: TBD, let us know of your interest
Instructor: Judy Jeffares
Fee: $48, plus $15 materials fee
Location: Triple Brick Museum
Gourd has been used for centuries for utensils and expressions of art. We will turn a “sow’s ear into a silk purse” by turning the lowly gourd into a beautiful “keepsake box” or bowl. Piece shown is sample; you will create your own design choosing from various stains, dyes and embellishments. We will be using small power tools (don’t be intimidated).
To Register for a class:
Date: TBD, let us know of your interest
Instructor: Judy Jeffares
Fee: $64, plus $20 materials fee for frame
Location: Triple Brick Museum
Learn a traditional method of making a rag rug. Create your own twined rug using a very old method called twining, which is made on a hand made frame. Bring scissors, needle, thread and your selection of fabric. Old sheets are excellent for this project. A full-size flat sheet in white or crème is adequate for the warp and two queen-size flat sheets, your choice of color (solids or prints), will be sufficient for the weft
GOURD ART—Gorgeous Gourds
Date: TBD, let us know of your interest
Instructor: Judy Jeffares
Fee: $48, plus $15 materials fee
Location: Triple Brick Museum
Gourd has been used for centuries for utensils and expressions of art. We will turn a “sow’s ear into a silk purse” by turning the lowly gourd into a beautiful “keepsake box” or bowl. Piece shown is sample; you will create your own design choosing from various stains, dyes and embellishments. We will be using small power tools (don’t be intimidated).
To Register for a class:
Find the form at our website:
www.heritagecraftcenter.org
or call for a registration form:
304-264-9440