| Thu, Apr 18 - May 23 |
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Calligraphy (South)
Learn the art of beautiful lettering as you study informal Italic to create cards, invitations and gifts. Use a variety of brush and pen thicknesses to bring more expression to the written word. -
Calligraphy: Chinese (Southwest)
Calligraphy is the highest form of Chinese art and a fulfilling meditative practice that leaves you with beautiful writing. Appreciate the beauty of Chinese culture as you learn a few basic brush strokes of calligraphy. -
Chair Caning (Southwest)
Restore the beauty of your chair while learning the heritage art of hand caning. Bring your own project, and learn the traditional seven-step method or challenge yourself with a more intricate pattern. Instructions also available for machine-caned pieces, rush and Danish cord seats. Instructor has a few chairs available to purchase if you need one. Email kathybodger@gmail.com. -
Collage & Watermedia (Lake Harriet)
Moments, legacies and personal histories can be interpreted or captured by layering images, drawings and painting on cold press watercolor paper. You will use gesso and various archival paints, personal photos and maps to give visual form to your stories. -
Collage & Watermedia (Lake Harriet)
Moments, legacies and personal histories can be interpreted or captured by layering images, drawings and painting on cold press watercolor paper. You will use gesso and various archival paints, personal photos and maps to give visual form to your stories. -
Color Theory and Painting (South)
From canvas to film to fashion, color is a tool for creators to tell stories and express ideas. Truly taste the rainbow and explore how color moves you and how you move it. Use watercolor painting to map out your journey of pigment and hue. -
Create & Make A Quilt (Southwest)
In this class you will cut squares using colorful fabric and organize the square fabrics in rows to create the beginning of your own mini quilt project. Next we'll sew the rows, choose the lining fabric, add the batting, place front quilt fabric on top and pin them together. After sewing the edges around the quilt we'll knot every other squares to hold the beautiful mini quilt! -
Crochet 1 & 2 (Washburn)
Learn basic crochet stitches and pattern reading. Bring cotton or other yarn (size 4) with an H, I or J hook to make a washcloth or scarf. Bring your pictures, patterns, ideas and thinking caps for a larger project goal. -
DIY Wedding Flowers (Jefferson)
Whether you are planning wedding florals for yourself or a family member or friend, don’t fear: get the information, resources and practice you need to avoid stress before the big day. Part one covers sourcing, materials and flower checklist; and practice making corsages and boutonnieres. Part two focuses on flower handling, storage and care; planning workflow; and décor inspiration. -
Drawing 1 (Justice Page)
Express yourself through drawing as you explore line quality, compositional arrangement, shading and highlighting. -
Drawing 1 (Lake Harriet)
Express yourself through drawing as you explore line quality, compositional arrangement, shading and highlighting. -
Drawing 1 (Roosevelt)
Express yourself through drawing as you explore line quality, compositional arrangement, shading and highlighting. -
Drawing 1 (Southwest)
Express yourself through drawing as you explore line quality, compositional arrangement, shading and highlighting. -
Drawing: Zentangle Basics and Advanced (Lake Harriet)
Zigzag all around the page. Zentangle, an organized and easy-to-learn approach to drawing, uses repeating patterns to create abstract designs. You will use special design projects such as mandalas, cards, book covers, mobiles and origami boxes to master the technique. -
Easy Beading (Washburn)
Make a gemstone and glass set of earrings or a bracelet or a necklace out of larger and easier to handle wire and glass beads. -
Floral Design: How-to, Tips & Use of Color (Lake Harriet)
Awaken your mind and brighten your senses by creating your own fresh floral arrangement. Learn tips to purchase, design, care for your fresh florals. Create your own professional floral arrangement to take with you. -
Fused Glass Jewelry (Pratt)
Make dazzling fused glass pieces with a variety of colorful and dichroic glass. The assembled glass will then be kiln fused. Once fired, the following week you will learn to drill in glass, use small embellishments to turn your fused pieces into pendants, pins or earrings. Great for gift giving or keeping as personal unique accessories. Materials fee $40, payable first day of class. Class held at Articulture, 2613 Franklin Ave E. Call 612.729.5151 with questions.Waitlist -
Glass Painting 1 (Washburn)
Easily paint a small glass-seasoning jar of your choice while you learn the steps to glass painting including tool selection, painting techniques and drying techniques. You will be able to create more glass creations when you go home. -
Glass Painting 2 (Washburn)
Take your glass painting skills to the next ‘bevel’ using stencils, faux stained glass, protective and water proof finishes. -
Homemade Laundry Soap (Adult Ed South Campus)
Make homemade laundry soap that can brighten, remove stains and resist fading as well as commercial laundry soaps for only pennies per load. The soap is mild enough for those with allergies. Bring a 2- to 6-cup covered container. -
Jewelry Making: Silver Clay (Pratt)
Learn the basics of silver metal clay to make beautiful one-of-a-kind jewelry. Participants will design, incorporate surface textures and complete a minimum of three to four pieces (pendants, earrings, etc) in this workshop. Note: First workshop day is mandatory. Materials fee $50 payable first day of class. Register at articulture.org with the code "ComEd" to receive the $69 member tuition rate. Class is held at Articulture, 2613 Franklin Ave. E. Call 612.729.5151 with questions. -
Jewelry Making: Torch Firing Silver Clay (Pratt)
Learn the art of torch firing sliver metal clay to create jewelry and silver artwork without the use of a kiln. This amazing process enables students to create one-of-a-kind silver pieces in just four hours. Note: Prerequisite Silver Clay class or other metal clay experience. Register at www.articulture.org with the code "ComEd" to receive the $38 member tuition rate. Class is held at Articulture, 2613 Franklin Ave. E. An additional $50 supply fee will be collected in class. Call 612.729.5151 with questions. -
Jewelry: Double Braided Bracelet (South)
You will love this bangle. Great for everyone - you can change the beads and change the whole look. Choose matte pottery beads for a hippie boho look to super-chic sparkles with Swarovski. Supply list sent after registering. -
Knit & Chat (Waite Park)
Enjoy a relaxing night with fellow crafters. Start a new project or finish an old one. For beginners or experts, though students should plan to come to class with a project. Registration is required. For details on suggested donation to the instructor, call 612-668-1590.
