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.
New!! Painting with Acrylics
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: DC | Hours: 45 | Fee: $131 | ![]() |
Section# | Dates | Days | Time |
83430 | 11/01/23 - 12/13/23 | W/TH | 2pm - 5pm |
NEW!! Wood Burning
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
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 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 | ![]() |
Chair Caning & Basket Weaving Supply List
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Students are responsible for their materials. Materials will vary depending on projects chosen.
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The instructor will be in touch with students before class begins to review the project chosen and give a list of supplies.
Floral Design
Floral Design Supply List
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Students are responsible for their own supplies.
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Supplies will be reviewed at the information session for each class.
Painting Classes
Acrylics
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 Classes
Pottery: Hand & Wheel Thrown-Schedule
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.
Pouring Pottery Mold Class - NEW!
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
Quilting: Advanced
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.
*No Class 11/23/23
Quilting Supply List
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Students are responsible for their materials.
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Supply list will be given upon registration.
Stained Glass
Stained Glass: Important Class Information
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Masks or Face Shields are required during class.
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Seats are on a first paid, first served basis.
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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.
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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.
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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: 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
*no class 11/21/23
**no class 11/22/23
***no class 11/23/23
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
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
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
Woodworking: Basic
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
*no class 9/04/23
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
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 |
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. 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