Learn 4 Life - Arts and Crafts - Fall Classes

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Arts & Crafts

*Class dates and times are subject to change, please call 623-535-2800 for confirmation* Please reference the 5 digit class number when registering*

A Fast & Easy Twist On Walls

You won't believe how easy it is to achieve fabulous walls- and you did it!  Learn what you were never taught on the decorating videos.  A professional faux painter shares her shortcuts and secrets and you learn, hands on.  Just come dressed to paint for hands-on learning.  And you thought it took a lot of work to beautify a wall!  It just takes a twist of the wrist (and tricks of the trade your instructor will share). 

Supply fee: $30

Cost $45                        L. Coffman

Friday (1 session)           11/14        

6:00 pm - 8:30 pm        750-10050, 48880

Stamping and More!

You'll learn how to create fantastic cards, beautiful scrapbook layouts, tile coasters, decorative candles and how to stamp on glass to make unique gifts using a variety of techniques and an exciting array of rubber stamps and accessories.  The class is formatted for all types of stampers from beginners to the more advanced stamper.   Come join us and learn how fun and easy paper crafting really is.   All of your supplies are included to make 5 cards, 4 coasters and a 2 page scrapbook layout , candle and decorative glass canister..  Instruction sheets are given at the end of the class to review all of the techniques and projects completed during the course.  Additional supplies may be purchased from the instructor to get started stamping at home.

Class Outline:  Rubber Stamp Your Cards, Bags, Boxes, and Gifts!

  • Week 1
    • Handmade Card Stamping Techniques
      • Repetition Stamping
      • Brayer Technique
      • Stamping and Chalks
      • Embossing
      • Special Folds
  • Week 2
    • Scrapbooking For Beginners
      • Two-page Layout (Bring 4-6 Pictures)
  • Week 3
    • Stamping to Make Gifts
      • Tile Stamping
      • Candle Stamping
  • Week 4
    • Stamping on Glass

Fee $20, payable to instructor on first day of class

Cost $49                                    J. Hester

Wednesdays (4 sessions)            10/1-10/22

6:15 pm- 8:15 pm                      750-10017, 48881 

Basic Hat Making

This beginning hat making class is designed for those who want to create their own hat. In this introductory class, you will learn the foundations of hat making. Each student will create a design and decorate their own crowning creation. Michelle Flowers has been teaching and making hats for over 15 years.

Fee $25, payable to instructor on first day of class

Cost $39                        M. Flowers

Mon/Wed (2 sessions)    9/15 - 9/17

7:00 pm - 8:30 pm        750-10036, 25869

Fee $25, payable to instructor on first day of class

Cost $39                        M. Flowers

Mon/Wed (2 sessions)    10/16 - 10/25

7:00 pm - 8:30 pm        750-10036, 48882

*Class dates and times are subject to change, please call 623-535-2800 for confirmation*

Sewing 101

Welcome to the world of sewing! This is an exciting and fun place to be. There is nothing more wonderful than the feeling of pride you get when you create something yourself. You not only get to create a new world using your own ideas, but you can get everyday, practical use of your new talent. Sewing machine required.

Cost $69                        M. Flowers

Saturdays (8 sessions)    9/6 - 10/11

12:30 pm - 2:30 pm       750-10044, 48900

Sewing 102

Continue your learning experience. Sewing machine required.

Cost $69                        M. Flowers

Saturdays (8 sessions)    9/6 - 10/11

3:00 pm - 5:00 pm        750-10001, 48907

Basic Beading

Create your own beautiful jewelry. Learn the different techniques required for beading. Each student will fashion a necklace and matching bracelet using specialty glass beads. Tools and beads will be provided for the student. A perfect mother/daughter activity.

Supply Fee $10, payable to instructor on first day of class

Cost $29                                M. Flowers

Mon/Wed (2 sessions)             9/22 - 9/24

7:00 pm - 9:00 pm                 750-10007, 48910

Supply Fee $10, payable to instructor on first day of class

Cost $29                                M. Flowers

Mon/Wed (2 sessions)             10/20 - 10/22

7:00 pm - 9:00 pm                   750-10007, 48974

*Class dates and times are subject to change, please call 623-535-2800 for confirmation*

Paper Album - perfect for gift giving

Make a one of a kind gift; add your fun pictures to a 7x7 paper album. Bring up to 15 photos to personalize your album or decorate your pages to add the pictures later. You will learn basic scrapbooking techniques as you share special memories.  This is a fun activity to share with a child.  Additional supplies may be purchased from the instructor to create additional albums at home.

Supply Fee: $20, payable to instructor at beginning of class

Cost $5                        K. McCoy           

Wednesdays (1 session)                         

6:15 pm - 7:30pm          8/27                  750-10003, 49321

                                    9/24                   750-10003, 49322

                                    10/22                  750-10003, 49323

                                    11/12                  750-10003, 49331

                                    12/10                  750-10003, 49333

Power Palette/ Power Layout

Overwhelmed by your photos?  Too many choices of what to use?  Simplify the process by using color coordinated papers and stickers to streamline the process.  Attend a demonstration of this scrapbooking technichque.  Supplies may be purchased from the instructor to begin the technique at home.

All classes:       

Supply Fee:       none, demonstration only

Cost:                 $5                                

Instructor:         K. Mc Coy         

Time: 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm

Mondays (1 session) :     8/25           750-10004, 49962

                                    9/22            750-10004, 49963

                                    10/20          750-10004, 49964

                                    11/10          750-10004, 49965

                                    12/8            750-10004, 49966

Scrapbooking - Getting Organized

Do you have shoe boxes full of photos? Do you want to put them in albums, but don't know where to start?  Learn how to sort, organize and crop your photos. You'll see easy to complete page layouts that will turn your pictures into finished albums. Tell the stories behind the pictures and capture your memories before they fade away! Additional supplies may be purchased from the instructor to continue scrapbooking at home.

All classes:       

Supply Fee:       $20, payable to instructor at beginning of class

Cost:                 $5                                

Instructor:         K. Mc Coy         

Time: 6:30 pm - 8 pm

Tuesday (1 session):       9/9             750-10021, 25780

                                    10/28           750-10021, 48476

                                    11/18           750-10021, 48477

                                    12/9             750-10021, 48478

 *Class dates and times are subject to change, please call 623-535-2800 for confirmation*

                     

Scrapbooking Workshop - National Scrapbooking Day

Local Creative Memories Consultant will be hosting this event at Estrella Mountain Community College.  The main workshop is 9 am - 4:30 pm with one beginner session available.

Choose the activity that best suits you!! All sections are $5 per class with a $20 materials fee. Call Estrella Mountain Community College to register: (623) 935-8888.

I'm a beginner.  For the beginner, we will be offering a Beginner Basics class that teaches tips on organizing, hands on use of tools and the dos and don'ts of album making. This class focuses on teaching a simple method that helps you complete your albums quickly. You will see traditional, digital and pocket scrapbooking.  There's sure to be a style for you!  It is not necessary to bring any supplies, but you may bring a pack of photos if you'd like to practice the techniques in class.

Cost $5                         K. McCoy          

Supply Fee:                   $20, payable to instructor at beginning of class

Saturday (1 session)       9:30 am - 11:00 pm      

9/13           750-10018, 49345   

10/11          750-10018, 49346

11/8            750-10018, 49348

12/6            750-10018, 49349

I'm experienced.  For the experienced memory album maker (scrap booker), this is a "no frills" event that allows you time and space to work on your album making projects. You should bring all your regular scrapbooking supplies with you.    Short demonstrations offered throughout the day.   

Cost $5                         K. McCoy          

Supply Fee:       $20, payable to instructor at beginning of class

Saturday (1 session)       9:00 am - 4:30 pm       

9/13             750-10018, 49351 

10/11            750-10018, 49352

11/8              750-10018, 49353

12/6              750-10018, 49345

Cake Decorating 101-the basic course

Decorate your cake and eat it too! Learn the Wilton-method of cake decorating including leveling, torting, borders, flowers, writing, pattern transfer, and figure piping. For a list of supplies, please visit our web site at http://www.estrellamountain.edu/learn4life/fall/materials.asp, or refer to the end section of Learning for Life.

Cost $29                        R. Holmes

Tuesdays (2 sessions)    9/16- 9/23

6:45m - 8:45 pm           750-10002, 49356

Cost $29                        R. Holmes

Tuesdays (2 sessions)    10/28 - 11/4

6:45 pm - 8:45 pm        750-10002, 49357

Cake Decorating 102 - Working with Fondant

Learn the advanced techniques of the Wilton-method of cake decorating working with fondant. Previous basic cake decoration is helpful, but not required. For a list of supplies, please visit our web site at http://www.estrellamountain.edu/learn4life/fall/materials.asp, or refer to the end section of Learning for Life.

Cost $29                        R. Holmes

Tuesdays (2 sessions)    10/14- 10/21

6:45 pm - 8:45 pm        750-10019, 49359

Cost $29                        R. Holmes

Tuesdays (2 sessions)    12/2 - 12/9

6:45 pm - 8:45 pm        750-10019, 49360

*Class dates and times are subject to change, please call 623-535-2800 for confirmation*

Beginner Quilt Making

Learn the basics of quilt making while making a quilt using the latest quick cutting techniques and machine piecing skills. Everything from fabric selection to binding the finished quilt will be covered in this class. Actual sewing will be done at home... class time will include detail demos and actual cutting time. The key to successful quilt making is accurate cutting! Sue Bailey has been teaching quilt making for 15 years and has owned and managed her own quilt shop. For a list of supplies, please visit our web site at http://www.estrellamountain.edu/learn4life/fall/materials.asp, or refer to the end section of Learning for Life.

Cost $89                        S. Bailey

Thursdays (5 sessions)   9/4 - 10/2

6:30pm - 9:00pm          750-10032, 49361        

Queen Size Quilt Class

From fabric selection to finished quilt this class takes you through all the steps to complete a pieced quilt top and make it ready for quilting. The class will meet for four 2 ½ hour sessions and then a follow-up session for show. Class time will be spent in lecture, demonstrations and cutting. All sewing will be done at home. We will be using the tools and templates used in the Beginner Class all you need to supply is fabric! Sue Bailey has been teaching quilt making for 15 years and has owned and managed her own quilt shop. For a list of supplies, please visit our web site at http://www.estrellamountain.edu/learn4life/fall/materials.asp , or refer to the end section of Learning for Life.

Cost $79                        S. Bailey

Tuesdays (4 sessions)    9/9, 10/7, 11/4, and 12/9

6:30pm - 9:00pm          750-10043, 49362        

Landscape Quilts        

This technique was featured in the Spring 06 issue of McCalls Quilting Magazine. Now Sue will guide you using some of the beautiful landscape fabrics on the market today. Using only three different fabrics we will create a small wall hanging and explore some thread embellishment ideas. A variety of kits will be available at the time of workshop (Kit includes fabrics and Steam a Seam II). Sue Bailey has been teaching quilt making for 15 years and has owned and managed her own quilt shop.   For a list of supplies, please visit our web site at http://www.estrellamountain.edu/learn4life/fall/materials.asp, or refer to the end section of Learning for Life.

Supply Fee $10, payable to instructor on first night of class

Cost $49                        S. Bailey

Tuesdays (2 sessions)    9/16 - 9/23

6:30pm - 9:00pm          750-10031, 49365

*Class dates and times are subject to change, please call 623-535-2800 for confirmation*

Machine Quilting

Join the world of machine quilting when you practice some of the basic techniques for quilting by machine. All you need to bring is your sewing machine and some basic attachments. We will discuss batting products and basting techniques. A kit will be provided. For a list of supplies, please visit our web site at http://www.estrellamountain.edu/learn4life/fall/materials.asp, or refer to the end section of Learning for Life.

The Basics

Supply Fee $ 6, payable to instructor on first night of class

Cost $29                        S. Bailey

Tuesday (1 session)       10/14

6:30pm-9:00pm             750-10034, 49367

Free Motion

Cost $29                        S. Bailey

Tuesday (1 session)       12/2

6:30pm - 9:00pm          750-10045, 25861

        

Scrapbooking Quilt Style (Memory Quilts)

Using many types of techniques from stamping to photo transfer this class will explore ways to create a memory quilt. The class will meet for 2 three hour sessions and then a follow-up session for show and tell fun. Class time will be spent in lecture, demonstrations and practice block ideas. No sewing machine required in class. For a list of supplies, please visit our web site at http://www.estrellamountain.edu/learn4life/fall/materials.asp, or refer to the end section of Learning for Life.

Supply Fee $25, payable to instructor on first night of class

Cost $49                        S. Bailey

Thursday (2 sessions)     11/13 - 11/20

6:30pm - 9:30pm          750-10046, 49368

~Fine Arts ~

Oil Painting

This class is designed for beginners over 16 as well as those more advanced. This class allows you to paint a subject of your choice if you do not wish to paint the two subjects the instructor will demonstrate in these eight classes. Feel free to bring your own picture to copy or items to set up a still life and the size canvas you will need for it. You will all received help from the instructor as you need it from your first strokes to your completed painting. We will learn the basics of mixing paint, preparing your canvas, brush techniques, planning a focal point, good composition basics, and much more. For a list of supplies, please visit our web site at http://www.estrellamountain.edu/learn4life/fall/materials.asp, or refer to the end section of Learning for Life.

Cost $89                        M. Perrier

Saturday (10 sessions)   9/6 - 11/8

9:00 am - 12:00 pm       750-10042, 49398

*Class dates and times are subject to change, please call 623-535-2800 for confirmation*

Beginning Watercolors

Students will learn several techniques and exciting ways to paint in watercolors. Students will learn to use different textures and patterns to make their artwork unique. For a list of supplies, please visit our website at http://www.estrellamountain.edu/learn4life/fall/materials.asp

Cost $ 69                     J. Anderson

Thursday (6 sessions)     6:00 pm - 9:00 pm       

9/4 - 10/9                     750-10000, 25864

Intermediate Watercolors

Discover even more about the world of painting with watercolors. Improve upon the skills learned in Beginning Water Colors. For a list of supplies, please visit our website at http://www.estrellamountain.edu/learn4life/fall/materials.asp

Cost $ 69                      J. Anderson

Thursday (6 sessions)     6:00 pm - 9:00 pm       

10/16 - 11/20                 750-10040, 49399

Beginning Sketching and Drawing

In this enjoyable four-week class, we'll work our way through a number of exercises designed to train the eye, hand and imagination to work as a unit (or a team). You'll learn about shapes and shading; learn how to look at things as an artist and draw what you see more accurately; and more. This class provides an enjoyable, step-by-step introduction to drawing for people who have not drawn before or would like a refresher in the basics. Instructor is a professional artist. Nothing to bring or buy; all materials are provided.

Cost $69                       J. Anderson

Saturdays (6 sessions)   9:00 am -- 12:00 pm

9/6 - 10/11                   750-10023, 49400

*Class dates and times are subject to change, please call 623-535-2800 for confirmation*

Beginning Stained Glass

You will learn the techniques of copper foil with the traditional leaded method. Technique is strongly emphasized so students have a good basic background and working knowledge to make a variety of projects after the class is finished. Two pieces are usually completed by the end of the 5th session. Bring your own tools: glass cutter, breaking pliers, soldering iron, tack hammer, horseshoe nails or pins, permanent felt tip marker, a lightweight work board and glass selections to go with your design. Bring your own design or use one from patterns provided. Tools can be obtained at The Stained Glass Shop, 6344 W. Bell Road, Glendale or from Warner-Driveller Stained Glass Supply, http://www.warner-criv.com/.  For a list of supplies, please visit our website at http://www.estrellamountain.edu/learn4life/fall/materials.asp .

Cost $69                       J. Anderson

Saturdays (6 sessions)    10/18 - 11/22

9:00 am -- 12:00 pm       750-10015, 49402

9/6 - 10/11                   750-10015

Cost $69                       J. Anderson

Saturdays (6 sessions)    9:00 am -- 12:00 pm

10/18 - 11/22                750-10015



 
 Last Updated: 7/31/08