Arts & Crafts

The Arts & Crafts classes are non-credit courses but many students have used knowledge and skills gained through these classes to develop a primary or secondary source of income.  Call 336-506-4149 or 336-506-4322 for more information.

Students in the Arts & Craft classes are responsible for their supplies and project material.  Supplies will vary depending on projects chosen.  

Please select from the categories below for current offerings.

 In this class, students will learn to paint various landscapes. Students will learn techniques for applying acrylic paints to canvas. Including a review on sketching, lay of the land and mixing colors. Please call Victoria Rans at 336-506-4322 or for more information. Please call 336-506-4149 to pay. Instructor: Terry Durham.

Fall

Location: MC Hours: 51 Fee: $186
Section# Dates Days Time
83429 8/16/23 - 10/11/23 W/TH 2pm - 5pm
       
Location: DC Hours: 45 Fee: $131
Section# Dates Days Time
83430 10/18/23 - 12/13/23 W/TH 2pm - 5pm
 
 

 

Wood Burning

In this class you will get to experience pyrography, the art of burning designs into wood. Learn the various types of basic wood burning techniques, tool care, and safety measures. Learn new skills, discover new techniques, and explore new tools. Instructor will work with each student on an individual basis to customize a simple project. Call 336-506-4149 for more information.

Location: DC        
Section # Dates Days Times Fee
83323 11/01- 12/13/23* W/TH 6:00pm - 9:00pm $131

* no class 11/22 or 11/23

                                                                                                   

 

Please call Victoria Rans at 336-506-4322 for more information.

Chair Caning & Basket Weaving

Instruction will be given on the different patterns for Chair Caning based on the wishes of the class. Caning students may choose from 5 different chair caning patterns including Lace, Rush, Binder Cane, Pressed Cane or Shaker Tape. Basket weaving students will learn the basic pattern for a market style basket. Instructor will work with students on an individual level to help them learn new skills and enhance old ones. Call 336-506-4149 for more information. Instructor: Jimmy Workman

Loc: Forest Hills   Hours: 48   Fee: $128
Section # Dates Days Time  
83012 8/29 - 12/12/23 T 1pm - 4pm

  • Students are responsible for their materials.  Materials will vary depending on projects chosen.

  • The instructor will be in touch with students before class begins to review the project chosen and give a list of supplies.

  • Students are responsible for their own supplies.  

  • Supplies will be reviewed at the information session for each class.

In this class, students will learn to paint various landscapes. Students will learn techniques for applying acrylic paints to canvas. Including a review on sketching, lay of the land and mixing colors. Please call Victoria Rans at 336-506-4322 for more information. Please call 336-506-4149 to pay. Instructor: Terry Durham

Location: DC Hours: 45 Fee: $131
Section# Dates Days Time
83430 11/01/23 - 12/13/23* W/TH 2pm - 5pm

*no class Wednesday, 11/22/23

Pottery: Hand Building & Wheel Thrown

Seating is on a first paid, first served basis.  At the end of each class, students will rotate out of the class to allow students on the waitlist to enter.

In this class students learn clay wheel-throwing and hand building techniques. Instructors work with all skill levels. Call 336-506-4322 for more information or 336-506-4149 to pay for classes. Instructors: Valerie Clasen, Pete Pate, Buffy Braun, and Sandy Miller.

FALL

Location: Elmira   Hours: 24   Fee: $118
Section # Dates Day  Time  
83349 10/16 - 12/04/23 M 9am - 12pm  
83351 10/16 - 12/04/23 M 1 pm - 4 pm  
83352 10/16 - 12/04/23 M 6pm - 9 pm  
83353 10/17 - 12/05/23 T 9am - 12pm  
83354 10/17 - 12/05/23 T 1pm - 4 pm  
83355 10/17 - 12/05/23 T 6 pm - 9pm  
83356 10/18 - 12/13/23* W 9am - 12pm  
83357 10/18 - 12/13/23* W 6 pm - 9pm  
83358 10/19 - 12/14/23** TH 9am - 12pm  
83359 10/19 - 12/14/23** TH 1pm - 4 pm  
83361 10/19 - 12/14/23** TH 6 pm - 9pm  

* no class 11/22/23
** no class 11/23/23

Try our new Pouring Pottery Mold Class! Click the tab below for more information.

The Pouring Pottery Molds Class is designed to introduce participants to the art of creating ceramic objects using molds. This hands-on class provides a comprehensive understanding of the techniques and processes involved in pouring pottery molds. Participants will learn how to mix and pour clay, eventually prepare molds and produce beautiful pottery pieces with precision and consistency.

Loc: Elmira   Hours: 24   Fee: $118
Section # Dates Days Time  
85237 10/20 - 12/15/23* F 9am - 12pm  

* no class 11/24/23

Quilting -  Advanced

Prerequisite: Student must have a working knowledge of quilting techniques. This class is designed for the Intermediate to Advanced student.

It's time to pull out your jelly rolls and fat quarters to make wall quilts or throw quilts. As you sort through your stash, you will be able to arrange your fabric for 3 yard quilts. The 3 yard quilts are great for gifts or as donation quilts for charity. Call 336-506-4322 or 336-506-4149 for more information.  Instructor:  Helen Doutt
Registration is not complete until payment has been received.

Fall Classes!

This session is for experienced quilters.  It will consist of using 6 fat quarters to make quilts from 38" X 45" to 41" X 54" and 49" X 65."  These sizes are great for charity quilts. 

Location: DC Hours:24 Fee: $76
Section# Dates Day Time
83440 8/30/23 - 10/11/23 W 1pm - 4pm
83444 8/31/23 - 10/12/23 TH 9am - 12pm
83445 8/31/23 - 10/12/23 TH 1pm - 4pm
 

This session will involve making Holiday gifts such as pillow cases, tote bags, small throws, and other items of your choice. Experience is required.
Location: DC Hours: 24 Fee: $76
83446 10/18/23 - 12/06/23 W 1pm - 4pm
83447 10/19/23 - 12/07/23* TH 9am - 12pm
83448 10/19/23 - 12/07/23* TH 1pm - 4pm

*No Class 11/23/23

  • Students are responsible for their materials.
  • Supply list will be given upon registration.

    • Masks or Face Shields are required during class.

    • Seats are on a first paid, first served basis.

    • Makeup sessions - If a student has to miss a day, they need to contact their instructor to see if any of the scheduled classes have an extra seat. Students must have permission to attend any time other than their scheduled dates.  There are no guarantees for available make up dates and there is no partial refund for missed days.

    • NEW STUDENTS:  This class required special tools and equipment (Approximately $120).  This includes all the needed tools as well as glass for the first project. If you are a new student and need to purchase items, please let us know and we can send you a list of materials and equipment you will need.

Stained Glass

This class is for beginners through advanced students and includes instruction on using patterns, cutting glass, grinding and foiling edges, and soldering pieces together. Based on individual skill level, students may create items based on their skill level. Call 336-506-4149 or 336-506-4322 for more information. Instructors: Terri Barker, Judy Bowman, Cheryl Haumann

  • See Important information for class specifics.
  • Seats are on a first paid, first served basis.
  • **Additional Expenses: *This class requires special tools and equipment. If you are a new student and need to purchase items, please let us know and we can send you a list of materials and equipment you will need.

    Students are responsible for their own supplies and glass.

    Registration is not complete until payment has been received

Location: DC Hours: 24 Fee:$76*
Section            Dates Day              Time  Register Now_Stained Glass
84184       9/06 - 10/25/23 W            6 pm- 9 pm  
83471       9/05 - 10/24/23 Tu            9am - 12pm  
83472       9/06 - 10/25/23 W            9am - 12pm  
83473      9/06 - 10/25/23 W            1pm - 4pm  
83475       9/07 - 10/26/23 Th            9am - 12pm  
83476       9/07 - 10/26/23 Th            1pm - 4pm  
83477      10/31 - 12/12/23* T              9am - 12pm  
83478      11/01 - 12/13/23** W             9am - 12pm  
83479      11/01 - 12/13/23** W             1pm - 4pm  
84878      11/01 - 12/13/23** W             6pm - 9pm  
83480      11/02 - 12/14/23 Th            9am - 12pm  
83481      11/02 - 12/14/23*** Th            1pm - 4pm  

*no class 11/21/23
**no class 11/22/23
***no class 11/23/23

Wood Carving

Students will learn carving techniques and professional finishing touches used to create small figurines. Learn the various types of carving along with basic carving techniques, tool care, and safety measures. Students will learn how to carve projects with interlocking pieces out of one solid piece of wood. Examples include baby rattles, small toys, lamp stands, and chains. *Students are responsible for materials. Cost includes mandatory insurance fee. Call 336-506-4149 or 336-506-4322 for more information. Instructor: Bill Wallace

Registration is not complete until payment has been received.

 

Fall         

Location: Broad St.    Hours: 24   Fee: $75
Section # Dates Day Time  
83295 9/11 - 11/13/23 M 6:00pm - 9:00pm

Wood Turning

Students will learn how to design a one of a kind project using the wood lathe and various hand tools. Students will learn the difference between faceplate turning vs spindle turning. Instructors will work with students individually to develop new skills and improve old ones. *Students are responsible for materials. Cost includes insurance.  Call 336-506-4149 or 336-506-4322 for more information. Instructors: Bill & Jim Wallace

 Registration is not complete until payment has been received.

Fall

Location: Broad St Hours: 24/30   Fee: $75/$130*  
Section # Dates Day Time  
83297 9/06 - 11/08/23 W 2:00pm - 5:00pm
83298 9/06 - 11/08/23 W 6:00pm - 9:00pm
84534* 9/07 - 11/30/23 TH 10:00am - 1:00pm
83289 9/11 - 11/13/23 M 2:00pm - 5:00pm

 

Woodworking:  Basic

Students will learn the safe operation of various power tools including table saws, drill presses, jointers, planers, band saws, and lathes and create a simple project. Instructor will work with each student on an individual basis to customize a simple project. *Students are responsible for materials.  Cost includes a mandatory insurance fee.  Call 336-506-4149 or 336-506-4322 for more information. Instructors: Tom Davis, Fred Haumann, Michael Gutch

Registration is not complete until payment has been received.

Fall

Location: Davis’ Shop   Hours: 24   Fee: $75
Section # Dates Day Time  
83557 8/21 - 10/16/23* M 1:00pm - 4:00pm
83558 8/24 - 10/12/23 TH 9:00am - 12:00pm
83559 10/23 - 12/11/23 M 1:00pm - 4:00pm
83560 10/19 - 12/14/23 TH 9:00am - 12:00pm

*no class 9/04/23

Woodworking:  Intermediate

Prerequisite: Basic Woodworking or a basic knowledge of woodworking with prior experience. Students will expand on the basic knowledge and safe operation of various power tools and begin to make more involved projects. *Students are responsible for materials. Cost includes a mandatory insurance fee.  Call 336-506-4149 or 336-506-4322 for more information. Instructors: Tom Davis, Fred Haumann

Registration is not complete until payment has been received.
Location: Davis' Shop   Hours: 24   Fee: $75
Section # Dates Day Time  
83511 8/21 - 10/16/23 M 9:00am - 12:00pm  
83513 8/23 - 10/11/23 W 6:00pm - 9:00pm  
83514 8/24 - 10/12/23 TH 6:00pm - 9:00pm  
83512 8/29 - 10/17/23 T 1:00pm - 4:00pm  
83517 10/18 - 12/13/23 W 6:00pm - 9:00pm  
83518 10/19 - 12/14/23 TH 6:00pm - 9:00pm  
83515 10/23 - 12/11/23 M 9:00am - 12:00pm  
83516 10/24 - 12/12/23 T 1:00pm - 4:00pm  

Wood: Woodworking, Advanced

Prerequisite: Intermediate level with prior woodworking experience. Designed for Intermediate to Advanced students. Students will learn advanced methods of woodworking and use these skills to make advanced items like cabinets, toolboxes, grandfather clocks, tables, chairs, etc. Classes will take the student from wood selection to final finishing. Instructor will work with students to develop new skills and enhance existing ones. *Students are responsible for materials.   Cost includes mandatory insurance fee.   Call 336-506-4149 or 336-506-4322 for more information. Instructors: Tom Davis, Fred Haumann, and Mike Webb

Registration is not complete until payment has been received.

Fall

Location: Davis’ Shop   Hours: 93/96   Fee: $185
Section # Dates Days Time  
83373 8/28 - 12/12/23* M/T 6:00pm - 9:00pm  
83374 8/29 - 12/13/23 T/W 9:00am - 12:00pm  

* no class 9/04/23