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.
Chair Caning & Basket Weaving
Chair Caning & Basket Weaving
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 or 336-506-4322 for more information. Instructor: Jimmy Workman
Registration is not complete until payment has been received.
Location: FH | Hours: 24 | Fee: $70* | |
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Floral Design
Floral Design
Floral Design
Students will learn the basics of floral arranging and then design and make their own seasonal floral arrangements. Students will learn how to select the correct container to make their arrangements pop. Artificial flowers will be used in class. Call 336-506-4149 or 336-506-4322 for more information. Instructor: Blake Jones
Registration is not complete until payment has been received.
Location: KSC | Hours: 18 | Fee: $65 | |
69699 2/16-3/23* | T 6-9 pm | PAY BY: 2/9 | ![]() |
*2/9 6:30-7:30 p.m. information session | |||
69700 4/13-5/18* | T 6-9 pm | PAY BY: 4/6 | ![]() |
*4/6 6:30-7:30 p.m. information session |
Painting Classes
Acylic Painting, Advanced (Tricks of the Trade)
Painting: Acrylic – Tricks of the Trade
Prerequisite: Acrylic for Beginners. Advanced students will learn secrets that artists use to enhance paintings including adding texture, highlights and lighting. Call 336-506-4149 or 336-506-4322 for more information. Instructor: Skee Johnson
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students will need to sign a City of Burlington Covid Waiver form to participate.
Registration is not complete until payment has been received.
Location: Depot | Hours: 24 | Fee: $70* | |
69707 1/13-3/3 | W 7-10 pm | PAY BY: 1/8 | FULL |
69708 3/17-5/5 | W 7-10 pm | PAY BY: 3/12 | ![]() |
69709 5/12-6/30 | W 7-10 pm | PAY BY: 5/5 | ![]() |
Acrylic Painting Supply list (all levels)
Acrylic Painting – Class supply list
- 16 x 20 canvas
- Cup for water
- Styrofoam plates
Instructor will supply paints and brushes for the first class for Beginning students.
Students will need the following colors of Acrylic Paint:
- Titanium White
- Mars Black
- Ultramarine Blue
- Cadmium Yellow Medium
- Naphthol Crimson
- Burnt Umber
- Burst Sienna
- Phthalocyanine Blue
Liquitex Basics, Artist’s Loft or Master’s Touch offers a starter pack with many of these colors (available at Michaels or Hobby Lobby) - Be sure to look for coupons!
Brushes: Synthetic bristles for Acrylics, Artist’s Loft offers a 10 piece small starter pack
Watercolor, Beginning
Watercolor, Beginning
Students learn techniques for sketching, mixing colors, and applying watercolor paints to the paper to achieve a variety of desired effects. The instructor will present various techniques such as a wash, glaze, wet on wet, dry brush, dropping in color, lifting out color, or negative painting to capture the attraction of the season. *A supply list given at the first class. Call 336-506-4149 or 336-506-4322 for more information. Instructor: Carolyn Teague
Registration is not complete until payment has been received.
Location: DC | Hours: 24 | Fee: $73* | |
69710 2/2-3/23 | T 9 am-12 pm | PAY BY: 1/28 | ![]() |
69711 3/30-5/18 | T 9 am-12 pm | PAY BY: 3/25 | ![]() |
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Watercolor, Spring Beauties
Painting: Watercolor, Spring Beauties
Learn techniques for sketching, mixing colors, and applying watercolor paints to the paper to achieve a variety of desired effects. The instructor works with students of all levels from beginner to advanced. In this class, students will learn how to paint various ‘Spring Beauties’ including baby animals, flowers, and Spring Landscapes. *A supply list given at the first class. Call 336-506-4149 or 336-506-4322 for more information. Instructor: Carolyn Teague
Registration is not complete until payment has been received.
Location: DC | Hours: 24 | Fee: $73* | |
69712 2/2-3/23 | T 1-4 pm | PAY BY: 1/28 | ![]() |
69713 2/3-3/24 | W 9 am-12 pm | PAY BY: 1/29 | ![]() |
69714 3/30-5/18 | T 1-4 pm | PAY BY: 3/25 | ![]() |
69715 3/31-5/19 | W 9 am-12 pm | PAY BY: 3/26 | ![]() |
Watercolor Painting Supply List (all levels)
Pottery Classes
Pottery: Hand & Wheel
Pottery: Hand Building & Wheel Thrown
Seating is limited to 4 students due to COVID restrictions. Seating is on a first paid, first served basis. See Pottery Class Information for more details.
In this class students learn clay wheel-throwing and hand building techniques along with glazing techniques. Instructor works with all skill levels. Call 336-506-4149 or 336-506-4322 for more information. Instructors: Valerie Classen, Pete Pate, Briggette Slivinski, Curry Wilkinson
Registration is not complete until payment has been received.
Pottery: Advanced
Pottery: Advanced
Seating is limited to 4 students due to COVID restrictions. Seating is on a first paid, first served basis. See Pottery Class Information for more details.
Pre-requisite: Student must have taken prior pottery classes and understand the basics of pottery. The instructor will help students refine their skills making various shapes such as cups, plates, bowls and jars. Students will become more familiar with the kiln and finishing processes and will develop and explore their personal techniques. Call 336-506-4149 or 336-506-4322 for more information. Instructor: Briggette Slivinski
Location: Elmira Rec. | Hours: 24 | Fee: $95 | |
1/26-3/16 | T 6:30-9:30 pm | Pay By 1/19 | ![]() |
3/23-5/11 | T 6:30-9:30 pm | Pay BY 3/16 |
Quilting
Quilting: Basics
Quilting: Basics
Prerequisite: Some sewing experience. This is the perfect class for someone that has no experience with quilting at all. This class will take you through the beginning steps and prepare you for the next level. A small project will be made in the class. Students are encouraged to bring their own sewing machine. *Supply list given upon registration. Call 336-506-4149 or 336-506-4322 for more information. Instructor: Helen Doutt
Registration is not complete until payment has been received.
Location: DC | Hours: 24 | Fee: $73* | |
69718 2/10-3/31 | W 6-9 pm | PAY BY: 2/5 | ![]() |
Quilting: UFO's
Quilting: UFO's
Prerequisite: Student must have a working knowledge of basic quilting techniques. Do you find yourself wishing you had time to finish all of the quilts you’ve started? Do you have a stack of UFO’s (Un-Finished Objects)? Bring all of your UFO’s and learn new timesaving techniques to complete former quilting projects. Block and assembly line cutting and sewing techniques will be presented to help students make best use of their time and fabrics. Students are encouraged to bring their own sewing machine. *Supply list given upon registration. Call 336-506-4149 or 336-506-4322 for more information. Instructor: Helen Doutt
Registration is not complete until payment has been received.
Sewing
Sewing class schedule
Sewing
Instructor will work with students on all levels to help them select and sew a project at their skill level. Students will be given detailed instruction and guidance on their individual projects. Students are encouraged to bring their own sewing machine. Call 336-506-4149 or 336-506-4322 for more information. Instructor: Mandy Foster
Registration is not complete until payment has been received.
Location: DC | Hours: 15 | Fee: $65* | |
69729 2/15-3/22 | M 6:30-9 pm | PAY BY 2/10 | ![]() |
69730 4/12-5/17 | M 6:30-9 pm | PAY BY 4/7 | ![]() |
Stained Glass
Stained Glass classes
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: Hettie Moore, Terri Barker, Judy Bowman
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See Important information for class specifics.
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Class size - Class size is limited to 8 students max. Seats are on a first paid, first served basis.
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**Additional Expenses: *This class requires special tools and equipment that may be purchased as a kit (Approx. $110). This cost also includes glass for the first beginner piece. To purchase kit, students should bring cash or check only to the first class.
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Students are responsible for their own supplies and glass.
Registration is not complete until payment has been received.
Wood Classes
Wood Carving
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
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Students will need to sign a City of Burlington Covid waiver to participate.
Registration is not complete until payment has been received.
Location: Broad St. | Hours: 24 | Fee: $71.50* | |
69741 3/1-4/26 | M 6-9 pm | PAY BY 2/24 | ![]() |
Wood Turning
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
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Students will need to sign a City of Burlington Covid waiver to participate.
Registration is not complete until payment has been received.
Location: Broad Street | Hours: 24 | Fee: $71.50* | |
69743 3/1-4/26 | M 2-5 pm | PAY BY 2/24 | ![]() |
69744 3/3-4/21 | W 2-5 pm | PAY BY 2/26 | ![]() |
69745 3/3-4/21 | W 6-9 pm | PAY BY 2/26 | FULL |
Woodworking: Basic
Woodworking: Basic
Perfect for the Beginner student or students who want to learn refinishing techniques. 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. Refinishing students will learn basic minor touch up procedures and basic repair techniques for older furniture. 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.
Woodworking: Intermediate
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, Michael Gutch
Registration is not complete until payment has been received.
Location: Davis’ Shop | Hours: 48 | Fee: $126.50 | |
69750 1/21-3/15 | M 1-4 pm/ TH 9 am-12 pm | PAY BY 1/15 | ![]() |
69751 3/22-5/17 | M 1-4 pm/ TH 9 am-12 pm | PAY BY 3/17 |
Woodworking: Advanced
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. Instructor: Tom Davis
Registration is not complete until payment has been received.
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