Minneapolis Public Schools

Flowers in a vase make the world a happier place. Learn about the varieties that work well as cut flowers - both annuals and perennials - and how to incorporate them into your garden plans.

Learn how to crochet your own circular basket to take home. Basket size will be approximately 11" x 9" - perfect for cube storage shelves. Supply list sent after registration.

No matter how small your guest list, give your wedding the attention it deserves. Learn which flowers to use for what kind of designs and engage in virtual tutorials for making bouquets and more. For your convenience, cost includes materials kit with all flowers, foliage and supplies you'll need for the class.

Sand, stain, hammer and string! Pick a shape to be included or create your own at home. These string art creations are perfect to add a pop of color to any shelf or bookcase or to give as a gift. Supply kits will include all supplies needed to make one string art EXCEPT a hammer and step by step directions. Kit will be mailed to your home on Feb. 5.

Draw what you see from direct observation such as still life, landscape and portraiture. Access some of the internal images and modes of expression through drawing which are unique to you. Line, shape, value, form, composition and expressive mark-making will be emphasized. This class is for participants for a little drawing experience. Supply list sent after registration.

Draw your pet napping on the couch in a patch of sunlight, or any animal you choose! Supply list sent after registration.

Are you a creative person with an eye for design? Learn to transform plain living spaces into beautiful and functional rooms. Gain the know-how to design a room floor to ceiling with understanding of color theory, industry trends, special arrangements, floor plans, design ideas and interior design basics. Complete your registration online: ed2go.com/mplscommed. Classes begin monthly starting January 13.

Learn how to cast on, measure for a pattern, read patterns and charts, cast off, seam piece together, pick up stitches, work in the round and finish the work. Leave with a homemade sweater for your furry friend. Bring needles - size 10-1/2 straight or 16" circular - and a set of 10-1/2 double point needles, along with approximately 400 yards of worsted weight yarn. Make sure all skeins are wound and ready to work.

Learn to knit while making two dishcloths, fingerless gloves with pom-poms and a scarf! Learn to cast on, bind off, knit, purl, increase, decrease, save dropped stitches, pick up stitches and read a pattern. Supply list included in registration confirmation email.

Learn how to knit in the round with a simple hat pattern while decreasing stitches and weaving in ends! Little knitting experience is needed but you should be able to knit & purl. Supply list sent after registering.

Create a handmade woven Valentine's Day gift

Learn the basics of frame loom weaving; start and finish your own woven wall hanging. A kit with a loom, yarn and tools will be provided so that you can follow along with the instructor during the class and then continue your new craft after the class. You will explore different fibers and techniques for weaving to help you accomplish your creative vision. The material fee covers the cost of the kit. The kit can either be shipped to your address or you may pick it from the instructor's front porch of her home in Minneapolis. This class is now being held online and is interactive through a videoconferencing platform. You can choose to enable your camera and audio, or just view the live content. More detailed information will be sent after you enroll.

Further your watercolor practice by going in depth with color design, paint application, and use of water. We'll explore topics like color theory, studying light, using water resist, paint pouring, stamping and masking to push the watercolor effects of our paintings. Instructor will demonstrate techniques and help you explore your own way of using this flexible medium. Prerequisite: Watercolor 1. Supplies needed: Watercolor set (Yarka or similar), brush set (at least one each of small, medium, large), palette for mixing washes, pencil, eraser, water container, painters tape, paper towels, and #140 good quality watercolor paper.