Minneapolis Public Schools

This class is great for beginners with or without any experience! The student will learn safety fundamentals, tool and torch usage, solid rod welding and gathering, color application, shaping, and more. Students will be able to create small trinkets, marbles, paper weights, plant rods, or anything else that can be thought of with the skills learned. Class Policies: Please arrive at your scheduled class a few minutes early to fill out applicable paperwork and receive assigned safety glasses. Liability waivers and emergency contact forms must be filled out in order to participate in class. These forms will be provided upon arrival, prior to your scheduled class. Requirements: No sandals or open footwear - shoes must have closed toes and heels No loose sleeves or long dangling necklaces/bracelets Long hair must be tied back Please come to class fed and hydrated - standing is required for the duration of class for optimal safety. [A chair may be provided if needed for medical reasons] Recommendations: Cotton or natural fiber clothing recommended (It’s best to avoid synthetic clothing as it could melt in the case of an accident) It is highly recommended that you bring water to drink Free street parking will be available to all students in the front of the building. There is typically ample parking available on our block. If a student arrives to class inebriated they will be asked to leave, for safety purposes. Students will not receive a refund in this case.

Two fiber arts are better than one! Bring together techniques from macrame knotting and tapestry weaving to create a wall hanging that is rich in color and texture. Learn four basic macrame knots (larks head, spiral knot, square knot, and double half hitch) alongside basic tapestry weaving techniques. Customize with color and design variations to make your hanging unique. Gain the skills and confidence to use macraweaving in future projects. Materials fee is $15 and includes the cord, yarn, and dowel needed for creating one tapestry, as well as an instructional guide.

Please join us in the park this summer for a fun evening of watercolor. Your instructor, Megan Dolezal, will be there to give guidance and feedback as you work on a summer sunset painting. Students will bring their own materials - supply list will be sent out after registration

Learn to use your sewing machine while completing a project. During the first class, we will practice threading and adjusting stitches, discuss patterns, fabric selection and determine your size. Expect to purchase a pattern, fabric and notions by the second class, if you haven't already. Students should bring their own sewing machine. If class is full, please enroll for the waitlist. We will contact you if a space becomes available.