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          Advanced Resin Floral JewelryFine Arts & CraftsElevate your resin jewelry artistry by designing and creating a custom sterling silver setting to showcase preserved flowers. Learn foundational metalsmithing techniques to shape and form a pair of earrings or a necklace, then fill your piece with real botanicals encased in resin. Through hands-on demos, torch work, and a step-by-step workflow, you will be safely guided through both metal and resin techniques. Ideal for those who have taken Floral Resin Jewelry, completed a metalsmithing course, or have related experience. All materials provided.Fall 2025 - 
						
  
              WaitlistBasic Beading: Trendy Two-Hole TilasFine Arts & CraftsCreate a stack of stylish, custom stretch bracelets using beautiful gemstones, sparkling crystals, colorful seed beads, and metal accents. We’ll cover everything from bead selection and design ideas to sizing, tools, and more in this beginner-friendly class. Learn basic beading techniques, knotting, and how to finish your bracelets neatly. Whether you’re crafting something special for yourself or as a thoughtful gift, you’ll leave with a gorgeous set of bracelets and the skills to continue beading on your own.Fall 2025 - 
						
  
              WaitlistBeginner Green Wood CarvingFine Arts & CraftsCarving fresh, found wood into useful objects is a fun, relaxing, and satisfying hobby. We will cover an overview of “green” woodworking, including tools, materials, process, technique, and safety. We will talk through the early part of the process of turning a log into a rough carving blank with an axe. Then you will learn safe, effective knife grips so you can carve your project. We’ll wrap up with a discussion on finishing touches, decoration possibilities, and how to continue in the craft. Butter Spreader/Cheese Knife: Wooden spreaders, present in nearly every Swedish kitchen, were traditionally hand-carved. Yours will be great for spreading butter, but also for soft, medium, and crumbly cheeses. This single-session class is perfect for complete beginners.Class fees include all materials needed, as well as use of loaner tools. Wooden Spoon: The serving spoons we’ll make have an extra large bowl for generous helpings and a stout handle for ease of use. No prior experience is required, but some familiarity with woodworking, carving, or other handcrafts would be beneficial for this two-night class.Fall 2025 - 
						
  
              
          
          Dot Mandala Rock Painting: Open StudioFine Arts & CraftsContinue your dot mandala journey in this relaxed open studio designed for those who have already taken Mandala Rock Painting. Build on your skills as you create more intricate, symmetrical designs on natural stones, with the freedom to explore new patterns, color palettes, and techniques at your own pace. While no formal instruction is provided, guidance and inspiration will be available from the instructor. Bring your supplies and your creativity to one or more sessions.Fall 2025 - 
						
  
              WaitlistEmbroidered Pet PortraitsFine Arts & CraftsImmortalize your furry (or feathered or scaly) friend with a one-of-a-kind embroidered pet portrait. Whether you’re brand new to embroidery or a seasoned stitcher, you’ll learn how to turn a favorite photo into a custom 6-inch line portrait. Before the first session, you’ll work with the instructor to select the perfect image so she can prepare a personalized pattern just for you. All materials will be provided.Fall 2025 - 
						
  
              
          
          Fused Glass Workshop: Menorah & MezuzahFine Arts & CraftsLearn the basics of glass fusing while designing and creating a menorah for Hanukkah using glass sheets, frits, powders, and stringers. See different ways to position the candle cups and get help cutting the glass according to your design. In addition, craft a mezuzah and find creative ways to add to your design. Those not of the Jewish faith can create a non-religious candelabra or kinara for Kwanzaa and an ornament instead of a mezuzah. Please note: Your instructor will fire your creations in his own kiln and they will be available for pickup at Arlington High School within two weeks. Students must wear closed toe shoes, eyeglasses or safety glasses (glasses can be provided to those who do not have them).Fall 2025 - 
						
  
              
          
          Hand-Painted Chiffon ScarfFine Arts & CraftsCreate your own hand-painted chiffon scarf using fabric-friendly liquid paints that can be easily heat-set with an iron. Learn how to paint in a loose, flowing, watercolor style that celebrates transparency, light, and natural beauty. In October, we’ll paint large yellow sunflowers on a white background. The December class will feature a poinsettia design. Take one class or both. No prior experience is needed, and all materials will be provided.Fall 2025 - 
						
  
              Starting SoonHooked on CrochetFine Arts & CraftsCrochet offers endless possibilities for creating stylish and retro accessories like hats, scarves, wraps, shrugs, and bags, plus embellishments such as flowers and ruffles. Beginning: This class is for true beginners only. Learn basic techniques and stitches, including single and double crochet. Leave with an understanding of how to read patterns, crochet different shapes, increase/decrease stitches, and finish pieces. Project Circle: For those with some experience or who have completed the Beginning class. Enjoy a relaxed social space, work on projects, share ideas, and enjoy conversation and companionship with others. Get ideas and help starting a new project in a supportive, friendly setting. The instructor will have a variety of patterns to choose from, or you can bring your own. Please note: For the beginning class, materials to get you started will be provided, and as the class progresses, you’ll have the chance to begin a project with instructor guidance on selecting materials to purchase.Fall 2025 - 
						
  
              Starting SoonIntroduction to the Pottery Wheel: Make a MugFine Arts & CraftsHave fun learning about ceramics by working through the process of making stoneware mugs on the pottery wheel. Receive instruction on how to use the wheel to make the mug bodies, create and attach handles, and apply decorative, food-safe glazes. You will have plenty of time to practice your skills and create a few unique mugs or a matching set. This beginner-focused class includes all materials, tools, and firing.Fall 2025 - 
						
  
              
          
          Jewelry Making: It’s a Wrap!Fine Arts & CraftsCreate a chic, contemporary bracelet you’ll get all wrapped up in! Inspired by the high-fashion “Chan Luu” bracelets that retail for $190 or more, this class will teach you how to craft your own—with your personal touch. Learn basic laddering techniques to combine leather cording with glass beads, crystals, and semi-precious stones. Add a custom button closure to complete your statement piece. We’ll cover bead selection, material sizing, and thread extension methods. Perfect for beginners or those looking to expand their jewelry-making skills.Fall 2025 - 
						
  
              
          
          Metalsmithing & Jewelry Open StudioFine Arts & CraftsExplore your creative vision in this dynamic, open studio-style class for intermediate and advanced students. With one-on-one personalized guidance, you’ll navigate from an idea to project completion, advancing your skills along the way. The instructor will help you determine which metals and stones to purchase before the first class. Prerequisites: Students enrolled in this class should have completed three beginner-level classes in metalsmithing technique and/or possess basic skills such as soldering, sawing, flex shaft use, sanding/polishing, and be able to work safely with basic shop tools and equipment. You must also be able to work independently between instructor consultations. Please contact the instructor at laurieasavage@gmail.com prior to the class to discuss project ideas and purchasing materials.Fall 2025 - 
						
  
              Starting SoonMulti-Colored Candle MakingFine Arts & CraftsMake a vibrant, multi-colored bubble or cube candle and a set of fun-shaped wax melts. Choose your favorite colors and scents to mix with coconut soy-based wax. Along the way, learn candle-making basics—wax types, wicks, colors, fragrances, and a bit of candle history. Leave with your custom creations and the know-how to keep experimenting at home.Fall 2025 - 
						
  
              WaitlistQuilted Fabric OrnamentsFine Arts & CraftsTransform simple foam balls into stunning fabric-wrapped ornaments—no sewing required. We’ll use about 150 silver pins to hold everything in place. It’s a clever way to turn scrap fabric into unique, personalized gifts or year-round décor. Materials to make two ornaments are included, along with step-by-step instructions to keep you crafting long after class. A colorful variety of cotton fabrics will be available, not limited to holiday themes.Fall 2025 - 
						
  
              
          
          Resin Floral JewelryFine Arts & CraftsPreserve flowers in one-of-a-kind pieces of jewelry. Learn how to work with resin and plant materials to create a unique pair of earrings and a necklace. Choose from various jewelry styles and florals that you will preserve in resin. You will arrange the flowers into two beautiful jewelry designs to take home at the end of the class. All materials will be provided, but feel free to bring any dried flowers that are meaningful to you.Fall 2025 - 
						
  
              
          
          Smartphone PhotographyFine Arts & CraftsUnlock the full potential of your smartphone camera. Learn how to capture stunning landscapes, striking portraits, and memorable everyday moments by mastering your phone’s camera controls in this beginner-level class. Explore the best free and low-cost apps for editing, discover how to share your images with family and friends and on social media, and get tips on printing your images.Fall 2025 - 
						
  
              
          
          Stitching the Modern Day SamplerFine Arts & CraftsThere is a reason embroidery samplers have been around for centuries. Traditionally one of the first pieces of embroidery a new stitcher would work on, they also recorded information about stitches and recorded patterns for future use before paper was plentiful. In modern embroidery, samplers are a great way to learn and improve your hand stitching. We’ll practice some of the basic stitches—running, back, stem, chain, seed, and the French knot. Then you’ll use a pattern to create your own sampler, personalizing it through your selection of color and stitches. Beginners and intermediate stitchers are welcome. Please note: An assortment of embroidery thread, needles, base fabrics, and sampler designs will be provided. Students should bring scissors and a bag for transporting itemsFall 2025 - 
						
  
              WaitlistThe Art of Pysanky: Ukrainian Egg DesignFine Arts & CraftsIntricately decorated Pysanky eggs, also known as Ukrainian Easter eggs, feature traditional folk motifs and designs. Learn how to transform plain white eggs using a special pen and melted wax, then color them with vivid dyes. Repeat the drawing and dyeing process in layers until your unique, beautiful, hollowed-out egg is complete. All materials provided. Please note: To ensure enough time to craft your egg, all participants must arrive on time.Fall 2025