In addition to our regular classes we are happy to offer one-on-one instruction and special classes for four or more friends. Celebrate your birthday with friends creating gifts!
The tuition amount in brackets (marked with an asterisk) is the price the members of the League of NH Craftsmen pay, or if you PAY for a class/workshop three weeks before the start of the class/workshop. Full details are given on the registration form.
*Discount for members or early sign-up. s/d = snow date
Classes and Workshops |
Chair Caning
Grant Taylor
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Tuesdays, 5:30-7:30pm
- February 21-March 27 (snow date Saturday, Mar. 31). 6 sessions, 12 hrs
Tuition: $145 ($135*). Materials fee: $35 with kit or $30 with own chair
Learn to cane a chair seat. You can either bring your own chair (in a good state of repair, i.e. the wood does not need gluing, and can take a seat), or Grant will provide a small kit on which you can learn. As supplies need to be ordered, you need to sign up at least two weeks in advance. For a fee, Grant can repair furniture if delivered to him one month prior to class. Anticipate at least two hours of homework. |
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Knitted Gifts
Debbe Callaghan |
Fridays, 1:00-3:00pm
- November 11-December 9 (skip Nov 25). 4 sessions, 8 hrs
Tuition: $95 ($135 *). Student provides materials
Nothing beats the special love of a handmade knitted gift. Learn to make a knitted gift of your choosing — hat, mittens, child's sweater, socks, tea cozy, etc. We will explore yarn alternatives, print and Internet pattern resources, and how to select a project that you can finish. You will receive help on all stages of your project from getting started, to understanding the stitches, reading charts and patterns, and fixing mistakes. You will have class time to complete your gift. You will learn finishing techniques and the difference between handmade and homemade. |
Reinventing the Mark
Lisa Grey |
Saturday & Sunday, 9:00am-4:00 pm
September 10 & 11. 2 sessions, 14 hrs
Tuition: $220($215*). Materials Fee: $20
Using found and purchased materials, acrylic inks, paints on paper and fabric you will summon your wildly creative inner child. Working alone and in groups, rediscover and invent new ways of making marks. Bring your old (still working) wind up toys, building blocks, toys with wheels, swimming noodles and more. On the second day, we will cut, tear and reassemble pieces into several small compositions and include some hand or machine stitching. Working at a fast pace, you’ll dismiss the inner critic and rediscover the satisfaction of breaking the rules and following where the path leads. Bring a selection of mark making items to share during the workshop—marbles, old balls, plastic lids, old shoes with tread patterns on the soles, feathers and much more! Don't buy new things, this is the perfect opportunity for creative recycling or repurposing. |
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Beaded Rope Necklaces
Sherry Saint-Germaine
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September 12-26. 3 sessions, 6 hrs
October 3-17. 3 sessions, 6 hrs
Tuition: $70 ($65*). Materials fee: $35
Learn to make fabulous "rope" bracelets, necklaces, and chokers for yourself or friends. Using small glass seed beads and a tiny crochet hook you’ll learn the technique to arrange the beads in a spiral. Once you’ve mastered the technique you can make endless geometric patterns, longer necklaces, chokers and bracelets. No crochet experience necessary. This is very fine work, so please bring your own magnifying spectacles even if you do not wear glasses. Instructor will supply all other materials. |
Basket Making—A Variety
Ray Lagasse
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Saturday 9:00am-4:00pm
- January 14 (snow date Feb. 4). 1 session, 7 hrs
Tuition: $120 ($110*). Materials fee: included
In this one-day workshop you can choose to make a pack basket, laundry basket, a market basket, or a double-pie basket. The baskets will be woven using reed with a hardwood base, rails, and rim. Full descriptions are available on request. Materials included. |
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Painting with Wool—Needle Felting
Marcy Schepker |
Saturday, 10:00am-4:00pm
- September 24. 1 session, 6 hrs
- October 1. 1 session, 6 hrs
Tuition: $110 ($105*). Materials fee: $10
Using a woolen blanket as your foundation and dyed wool fleece for your paints, you will build up an individual picture by attaching the wool with the help of felting needles. Marcy will have a starter kit available for you to purchase if you wish ($40). |
Explore Mixed Media for Beginners of All Ages
Margaret Sheehan
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Wednesdays, 6:00-9:00pm
- October 5-26. 4 sessions, 12 hrs
Tuition: $145 ($135*. ) Materials fee: $20
- January 11-25. 3 sessions, 9 hrs
Tuition: $110 ($100*). Materials fee: $20
Flourish as a crafts artist in areas you may never have tried before. In each class you will learn a different mixed media technique by making simple projects. The techniques covered: papier mâché, printmaking, fiber art and eco craft and construction. This is a beginner class. Children should be 11 or older to attend this class. |
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Upholstery
Dan Downes
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Saturdays, 9:00am-4:00 pm, Thursdays 6:00-10:00pm
- January 26-February 18 (skip Feb. 4, snow date Feb. 19). 6 sessions, 32 hrs
Tuition: $380 ($370*). Materials provided by student
Working with expert assistance, a heavy-duty sewing machine, and your own piece of moderate-sized furniture you will learn basic upholstery skills and become familiar with fabrics, materials, cushions, and construction methods. In the first two-hour class you will discuss projects, fabric choices, and suppliers. You will bring your piece of furniture and supplies to the second class and begin working on turning the existing ratty furniture into a gorgeous upholstered piece. You will be proud to say, "I did it myself!" |
Traditional Bead Stringing
Sandy Bomhower |
Tuesdays 6:00-9:00 pm
October 18 & 25. 2 sessions, 6 hrs.
Tuition: $70 ($65*). Materials fee: $17
In two sessions you’ll learn the ancient art of knotting and stringing so that you can repair a favorite string of beads or create your own from scratch. You’ll learn about the different weights of string to use with different beads. The materials fee covers thread and beads for an initial project. Sandy will have additional materials for other projects or you can bring your own beads and supplies. |
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Creative Sewing: Repurposing Clothes
Brook Stewart |
Wednesdays, 6:00-9:00pm
November 2 & 9. 2 sessions, 6 hrs
Tuition: $70. ($65*). Materials fee: $10
Reinvent, re-imagine, repurpose! Put the odds and ends you’ve collected over the years to good use. In this class you will learn to think creatively to refurbish otherwise bland jewelry, clothing, tablecloths—you name it—into one-of-a-kind works of art. You will learn basic to intermediate hand sewing to create embellishments and alterations. Please bring: an open mind, some fabric scraps, buttons or notions that inspire you, as well as an item (or two!) you wish to work with. |
Leather Craft
Grant Taylor |
Tuesdays, 5:30-7:30 pm
November 8-December 6. 5 sessions, 10 hrs
Tuition $120 ($110*). Materials fee: $. TBA
Learn to tool leather to create a simple but elegant pattern. You will also learn how to prepare leather for a project such as a belt. The materials fee is based on the project. |
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Photoshop As A Design Tool For Fiber Or Other Medium
Bhakti Ziek
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Saturday & Sunday, 9:30am-4:30 pm
November 12 & 13. 2 sessions, 14 hrs
Tuition: $350 ($340*). Materials fee: $100
Photoshop is a wonderful tool for fabric design—woven or printed—and it is also useful for any other medium that uses imagery and patterns. This class will teach you ways to manipulate imagery, make repeats, and turn your designs into loom-ready files to be woven or printed at a mill. Beginners to advanced users of Photoshop can take this workshop. Photoshop instruction will be geared to a material output, rather than to photography. Materials fee includes 1 yard of warp tapestry jacquard or 15 swatches of printed fabric designs. You will need to bring a computer with Photoshop CS or Photoshop Elements installed. |
2-D Felted Imagery—Wet Felting
Janet Cathey
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Thursdays, 6:00-9:00pm
November 10 & 17. 2 sessions, 6 hrs
Tuition: $70 ($65*). Materials fee: $30
Felting, an ancient craft, transforms combed wool fleece into a sturdy 2- or 3-dimensional fabric by using warm soapy water and elbow grease. Felted products are quite beautiful and unique when the colors and textures of wool and other fibers, such as rayon, silk, angora, and more are combined. In this class you will have a chance to create felt slippers in a variety of styles or a 2-D image, using many colors of dyed and undyed wool and other fibers. |
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Fun With Wire
Joy Raskin |
Sunday, 10:00am-4:00pm
November 20. 1 session, 6 hrs
Tuition: $100 ($95*). Estimated materials fee, payable to instructor: $25
Wire is a fascinating, flexible medium that you can do so much with. You’ll coil, wrap, tinker, weave, twine, braid, crotchet, knit, twist and much more to make all kinds of fabulous things. Wire is not just confined to jewelry, but can be used to make vessels, baskets, lampshades, sculpture and much more. Best of all, it's low-tech and does not require a lot of fancy tools to work with. We will be using colored copper wire, brass, bronze, nickel and silver wire. All experience levels welcome. |
Critique
Bhakti Ziek |
Sunday, 9:30am-4:30pm
November 20. 1 session, 7 hrs
Tuition: $150 ($145*)
Feedback from others can provide helpful, surprising and supportive information for future work. The day will be spent using a variety of methods of looking at and discussing work. We will find out if viewers read the work the way you intend. What is missing? What is inspiring? Both finished and work in progress will be discussed. Makers using different media will bring helpful insights to each other. Bring a piece of your work you don’t like or are questioning and a piece in process. |
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Knitted Lace
Debbe Callaghan |
Fridays, 1:00-3:00pm
- January 13-February 3 (snow date Feb. 10). 4 sessions, 8 hrs
- March 9-30 (snow date TBA). 4 sessions, 8 hrs
Tuition: $95 ($85 *). Materials fee: student provides materials
Knitted lace is beautiful as hats, scarves, shawls, and sweaters. Learn how to knit lace and create the garment of your choice. Using a wide range of knitted samples, print and Internet resources you will be able to select a project to make. This class is designed to take the fear out of lace. Project options include heavier yarns and medium needle sizes or you can work with thinner yarns and needles. Learn how to read lace charts and many tips for successful lace knitting. There is plenty of class time for working on your project and becoming comfortable with your pattern. Finishing and wet blocking of your completed project will be covered. |
Tips And Tricks To Selling Your Handmade Work
Kerstin Nichols |
Designated Sundays, 10:00am-Noon
January 15, February 12, March 11 (snow date Mar. 25). 3 sessions, 6 hrs
Tuition: $70 ($60*). Estimated materials fee, payable to instructor: $5
If you are looking for a way to pay for your classes, the cost of the materials you love to work with, or to make room for more in your life this may be the class for you. How do you come up with the right price? How do you charge for your time? How do you find the right venue to sell your work? What are your short and long term goals? Through an evaluation of your work and your individual goals this class will help you answer these questions and put you on the path to selling your work. |
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Working Outside The Box: Covered Containers In Unusual Shapes
Kathleen Dustin |
Friday & Saturday, 9:00am-5:00pm
March 2 & 3. 2 sessions, 16 hrs
Tuition: $350 ($340*). Materials provided by student
Polymer clay enables us to make containers in any shape we wish so why are there so many boxes that are round or rectangular? Kathleen discusses shape design principles and will lead you through making an interior mold and a container with inside rim like her purses. You may also make a hollow-formed large bead or brooch. You will provide all your own materials for this workshop. This is an intermediate to advanced level workshop. A supply list will be mailed on registration. |
Altered Book Basics
Lisa Hurley |
Thursdays, 6:00-9:00pm
- September 15-22. 2 sessions, 6 hrs
Tuition: $70 ($65*). Materials fee: $20
- March 1-22 (snow date Mar. 29). 4 sessions, 12 hrs
Tuition: $145 ($135*). Materials fee: $20
Altered book art combines a variety of mixed media techniques to transform an ordinary book into a work of art. In each class you will learn different techniques including bonding pages, creating niches, photomontage and transfers. Discover the endless possibilities of Altered Book Art. |
Altered Book Techniques
Lisa Hurley |
Thursdays, 6:00-9:00pm
September 29-October 20. 4 sessions, 12 hrs
Tuition: $145 ($135*). Materials fee: $20
Whether you are creating an altered book for the first time or a confirmed altered book lover, this class will allow you to learn the basics as well as explore new techniques. |
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Altered Art Journal
Lisa Hurley |
Thursdays, 6:00-9:00pm
December 1-15. 3 sessions, 9 hrs
Tuition: $110 ($90*). Materials fee: $20
An art journal is one of the most freely creative spaces to work on. Create a unique visual journey using mixed media and altered book basics. You’ll learn a simple formula to allow your mind to work freely and create journal artwork without the fear of the blank page! |
Sumanagashi Workshop
Lisa Hurley |
November 19, 1 session, 3 hrs
December 17, 1 session, 3 hrs (DATE CHANGE)
February 2. 1 session, 3 hrs
Tuition: $45 ($40*). Materials fee $10
Sumanagashi (meaning "floating ink") is an ancient Japanese technique used to produce a marbling effect on paper and textiles. Create beautiful designs that can be used as stationery, book covers or a background for other art projects. |
Altered Mail Art
Lisa Hurley |
Thursday, 6:00-8:00pm and Saturday, 10:00am-2:00pm
January 12 & 21 (snow date, Jan. 19 & 28). 2 sessions, 6 hrs
Tuition: $70 ($65*). Materials fee: $20
The main project uses mixed media techniques and collage to create an altered and fully weatherproof mailbox. In the first session you will learn the concept of altering a mailbox. The time between classes will be spent gathering items to make the project personal. In Thursday's class you explore the finished box as well as touch on "mail art" which is a creative exchange sending visual art through the Post Office. |
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Hand Crafted GIFTS |
Metals Studio
These three-hour workshops offer you the opportunity to make unique cards and gifts. They are open to anyone, from age 10 yrs to adults. In the metals studio, two instructors will be available throughout the workshops to help you create your designs. You can sign-up for one or more sessions of each workshop. Open Bench Time on the third weekend is available for people who have attended the Metals workshops listed below. |
Metal Greeting Cards, Ornaments And Small Gifts
Anne Clemens & Maria Gross
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- Saturday, December 3, 9:00am-Noon
or 1:00-4:00pm
- Sunday, December 4, 9:00am-Noon
or 1:00-4:00pm
Tuition: $45 ($40*) per 3 hr session per person. Materials fee, payable to instructors: $20 per session
Learn the basics of shaping, texturing and adding color to metal in an hour and then have fun using the rest of the day to crank out personally designed greeting cards and/or ornaments and small gifts. |
Chains! Classical Or Free Spirited
Anne Clemens & Maria Gross |
- Saturday, December 10, 9:00am-Noon
or 1:00-4:00pm
- Sunday, December 11, 9:00am-Noon
or 1:00-4:00pm
Tuition: $45 ($40*) per session. Materials fee, payable to instructors:.$25/session
Work with your choice of copper, brass and/or black steel wire. You are encouraged to bring your own beads and charms—including the loose ones in your drawers. |
Open Bench Time
Anne Clemens |
December 17. 1 session, 3 hrs
December 18. 1 session, 3 hrs
Fee: $5:00/hr, plus materials
All kids and adults who attended these classes are welcome to return to the studio to work independently. Two half days will be available to work. Chose either day or come to both. Guidance will be available as needed. Workshop materials will be available at cost. |
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Mixed Media Studio
Mixed Media for young and old … children aged 10 and up are welcome. These workshops offer you the opportunity as a pair or individual to learn techniques to make cards and gifts. Once you’ve mastered the art you will be able to make them on your own. |
Mixed Media Simple Printed Holiday Card
Margaret Sheehan |
Saturday 10:00am-12:30pm
December 3. 1 session, 2.5 hrs
Tuition: $40 ($35*). Materials fee: $20
Make a unique impression by using basic printmaking techniques and some scrap booking methods to make a set of lovely cards to send to your friends. Camaraderie in this endeavor makes this a fun class! Sign up with friends. |
Fabric Sachets and Ornaments
Margaret Sheehan |
Saturday 10:00am-1:00pm
December 10, 1 session, 3 hrs
Tuition: $45 ($40*). Materials fee: $20
Using fabric enhancing techniques and simple shapes, Margaret will guide you through the projects that will make nice gifts or get you started on creating more at home. |
Mixed Media Art Dolls
Margaret Sheehan |
Saturday, 10:00am-1:00pm
March 10 (snow date Mar. 17). 1 session, 3 hrs
Tuition: $45 ($40*). Materials fee: $20
Using a simple doll pattern as a starting point, you will use fabric enhancement technique, embroidery, funky yarns, buttons, and beads to create your own unique art doll. |
Simple Purses and Other Like-Minded Projects
Margaret Sheehan |
Saturday, 10:00am-1:00pm
March 24 (snow date Sunday, Mar. 25, 1:30-4:30pm). 1 session, 3 hrs
Tuition: $45 ($40*). Materials fee: $20
Using a simple purse pattern as a starting point, you will enhance fabric, embroider, add funky yarns, and buttons to create a special occasion bag. |
2011 Annual Ornament, Nature's Adornment is now available. 
