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Arts & Crafts
*Class dates and times are subject to change, please call 623-535-2800 for confirmation*
Fabulous Faux Walls: Part I
Learn the basics in faux finishes to create fabulous walls. A professional faux painter shares her shortcuts and secrets. Come dressed to paint in this hands-on workshop. Learn to achieve fabulous walls with just a twist of the wrist (and other tricks of the trade).
Materials Fee $29 Saturday (1 session) 9:30 am – 12:00 pm
COMM_ED750-10052 L. Coffman
46290 3/28 Cost $45
Fabulous Faux Walls: Part II
Start with the looks created from the first class and add other faux finishes to have an even more professional wall. Continue on with more involved techniques, more glazes, and the layered look. Learn more about glaze and the layered approach with the double roller. Amaze yourself and your friends. Prerequisite: Fabulous Faux, Part I. No need for a new kit, but DVDs are available.
Saturday (1 session) 1:00 pm – 3:30 pm
COMM_ED750-10053 L. Coffman
46291 3/28 Cost $45
Take both Fabulous Faux Walls: Part I and II and get a discount!
COMM_ED750-10054 L. Coffman
46292 3/28 Cost $79
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.
Fee $20, payable to instructor on first day of class
Wednesdays (4 sessions) 6:15 pm- 8:15 pm
COMM_ED750-10017 J. Hester
46267 4/8 – 4/29 Cost $49
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. For a list of supplies please call 623-535-2800 or see the web site www.estrellamountain.edu/learn4life/spring/materials.asp
Fee $25, payable to instructor on first day of class
Saturday (2 sessions) 10:30 am – 12:00 pm
COMM_ED750-10036 M. Flowers
46293 3/7 – 3/14 Cost $39
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. For a list of supplies please call 623-535-2800 or see the web site www.estrellamountain.edu/learn4life/spring/materials.asp No classes held the week of spring break – March 16th through March 22nd.
Saturdays (8 sessions) 12:30 pm – 2:30 pm
COMM_ED750-10044 M. Flowers
44630 1/31 – 3/28 Cost $69
Sewing 102
Continue your learning experience. Sewing machine required. For a list of supplies please call 623-535-2800 or see the web site www.estrellamountain.edu/learn4life/spring/materials.asp No classes held the week of spring break – March 16th through March 22nd.
Saturdays (8 sessions) 3:00 pm – 5:00 pm
COMM_ED750-10001 M. Flowers
46294 1/31 – 3/28 Cost $69
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
Saturday (2 sessions) 10:30 am – 12:00 pm
COMM_ED750-10007 M. Flowers
46296 2/21 – 2/28 Cost $29
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
Wednesdays (1 session) 6:15 pm – 7:30pm
COMM_ED750-10003 K. McCoy
46268 2/11 Cost $5
46269 3/11 Cost $5
46270 4/8 Cost $5
46271 5/6 Cost $5
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.
Supply Fee: None, demonstration only
Mondays (1 session) 6:30 pm – 7:30 pm
COMM_ED750-10004 K. Mc Coy
46272 2/9 Cost $5
46273 3/9 Cost $5
46274 4/6 Cost $5
46275 5/4 Cost $5
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.
Supply Fee for all classes: $20, payable to instructor at beginning of class
Tuesday (1 session) Time: 6:30 pm – 8 pm
COMM_ED750-10021 K. Mc Coy
44486 2/17 Cost: $5
44488 3/10 Cost: $5
44490 4/7 Cost: $5
Scrapbooking Workshop
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.
Supply Fee: $20, payable to instructor at beginning of class
Saturday (1 session) 9:30 am – 11:00 pm
COMM_ED750-10018 K. McCoy
46276 2/21 Cost $5
46277 3/28 Cost $5
46278 4/25 COST $5
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.
Supply Fee: $20, payable to instructor at beginning of class
Saturday (1 session) 9:00 am – 4:30 pm
COMM_ED750-10018 K. McCoy
46279 2/21 Cost $5
46280 3/28 Cost $5
46281 4/25 Cost $5
Beginner Quilting
(Table Runner size quilt)Everything you need to know about quilt making. We will start with fabric selection at a local quilt shop and finish with your very own quilted table runner. Sewing machine required for some classes. Instructor will contact students before first class to verify supply list and location of quilt shop. Supply List: Bring to first class fabrics discussed during quilt shop visit, rotary cutting tools, pins, paper and pen or pencil.
Thursdays (4 sessions) 6:00pm – 9:00pm
COMM_ED750-10032 S. Bailey
46283 1/15 – 2/5 Cost $89
Paint w/Fabric (Beginner)
Create a beautiful wall hanging while learning the importance of value when creating textile art. Sewing machine required in second class. Instructor will provide kit. Supply List: Bring big thirsty white towel to first class and Material Fee.
Material Fee: $15
Tuesdays (2 sessions) 6:00pm – 9:00pm
COMM_ED750-10048 S. Bailey
46285 1/20 – 1/27 Cost $49
Painting w/Fabric (Intermediate)
Design your own watercolor quilt and execute the design in fabric ready for completion at home. No sewing machine required. Kit provided by Instructor. Supply List: All materials will be provided by the Instructor and included in the Material Fee to be paid on class date.
Material Fee: $15
Tuesday (1 session) 6:00pm – 9:00pm
COMM_ED750-10049 S. Bailey
46287 2/3 Cost $29
Machine Quilting (Beginner)
We’ll practice all the quick and easy ways to quilt your quilt on the machine. Sewing machine required. Kit provided by Instructor. Supply List: Sewing machine in good working order, gray thread, and three bobbins already wound with gray thread. In addition bring your Material Fee.
Material Fee: $5
Thursday (1 session) 6:00pm-9:00pm
COMM_ED750-10034 S. Bailey
46288 2/12 Cost $29
Machine Quilting (Intermediate)
Practice some of the latest techniques for free motion quilting while you work on a sampler. Sewing machine required. Kit provided by Instructor. Supply List: Sewing machine in good working order, gray thread, and three bobbins already wound with gray thread. In addition bring your Material Fee.
Material fee: $10
Thursday (1 session) 6:00pm-9:00pm
COMM_ED750-10047 S. Bailey
46289 2/19 Cost $29
Cake Decorating 101— The Basics
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 call 623-535-2800 or see the web site at www.estrellamountain.edu/learn4life/spring/materials.asp
Tuesdays (2 sessions) 6:45 pm – 8:45 pm
COMM_ED750-10002 R. Holmes
46414 2/3 – 2/10 Cost $29
46415 4/7 – 4/14 Cost $29
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 call 623-535-2800 or see the web site at www.estrellamountain.edu/learn4life/spring/materials.asp
Tuesdays (2 sessions) 6:45 pm – 8:45 pm
COMM_ED750-10019 R. Holmes
46416 2/17 – 2/24 Cost $29
46417 4/21 – 4/28 Cost $29
Floral Design
Create an elegant centerpiece for your table. The first day of class you will see examples and build your supply list. The next two weeks you will be creating your own centerpiece.
Mondays (3 sessions) 6:45 pm – 8:45 pm
COMM_ED750-10006 R. Holmes
46664 3/24 – 4/7 Cost $39
Fine Arts
*Class dates and times are subject to change, please call 623-535-2800 for confirmation*
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 call 623-535-2800 or see the web site at www.estrellamountain.edu/learn4life/spring/materials.asp
Saturday (8 sessions) 9:00 am – 12:00 pm
COMM_ED750-10042 M. Perrier
44484 1/24 – 3/14 Cost $79
46282 3/28 – 5/16 Cost $79
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 call 623-535-2800 or see the web site at www.estrellamountain.edu/learn4life/spring/materials.asp
Thursday (6 sessions) 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm
COMM_ED750-10000 J. Anderson
44438 2/5 – 3/12 Cost $ 69
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 call 623-535-2800 or see the web site at www.estrellamountain.edu/learn4life/spring/materials.asp
Thursday (6 sessions) 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm
COMM_ED750-10040 J. Anderson
46297 3/26 – 4/30 Cost $ 69
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. For a list of supplies please call 623-535-2800 or see the web site at www.estrellamountain.edu/learn4life/spring/materials.asp
Saturdays (6 sessions) 1:00 pm -- 4:00 pm
COMM_ED750-10023 J. Anderson
46298 2/7 – 3/14 Cost $69
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, www.warner-criv.com. For more information please call 623-535-2800 or see the web site at www.estrellamountain.edu/learn4life/spring/materials.asp
Saturdays (6 sessions) 1:00 pm -- 4:00 pm
COMM_ED750-10015 J. Anderson
46299 3/28 – 5/2 Cost $69
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