APPALACHAIN ARTISANS GUILD SPRING SAMPLER 2024


APRIL 27, 10:00 AM-3:00 PM


First Presbyterian Church
201 East Main Street
Hillsboro, OH  45133

To register, after choosing your class(es), select & copy the Registration Form at the end of these class descriptions, paste it into a Word document or do a screen shot, complete the information and mail along with your check per instructions.


10:00 AM WORSHOP OFFERINGS:

 

Jumping Jack                                    $10

Diana Harvey

This is an authentic Appalachian toy. We will start by painting Jack, then suspend him between two wooden sticks with thread hinges. When the sticks are squeezed, Jack does flips!

This is a fun exercise to strengthen your grip. For ages 6 and older.


Perfume Rollers                             $20

Vivian Pfankuch

Join me in learning to make personal perfumes and oils. You will learn to use herbs, flowers, and other botanicals, grown on my farm, Jaybird Farms, to make three roller ball perfumes. You will become familiar with the benefits of different herbs and flowers.

An assortment of fragrance oils, roller bottles, and other supplies will be available.


Beginner Knitting                           $20

Robin Dement

Learn the basic knit and purl stitches to become a knitter! All yarn and needles will be provided. (Limit: 5 Students)


Introduction to Chair Caning          $40

John Bradbury

Learn basic chair caning techniques, including material selection and handling, preparation, tools, and procedures; while caning a practice square. You will receive resources to obtain materials and tools, as well as instructional sources for furthering your knowledge of the craft.

John has been caning and weaving chair seats for over 35 years, having exhibited, demonstrated, and conducted workshops in Ohio, Tennessee, & Georgia. (Limit: 12 Students)


Blessing Ball                                      $15

Rebecca Burke

Blessing Balls (often called witch balls) have been recognized for hundreds of years as good luck charms to bring happiness and health to you home. Your handcrafted blessing ball will include many types of herbs with symbolic meanings that relate to health and happiness, as well as several crystals which are known to provide particular benefits.


Baking with Yeast                            $10

Bootsie Robison

We will start by mixing up a basic yeast dough recipe, then will use it to shape a variety of  rolls.

We will need to give the yeast time to do its work, so plan to either have lunch with us, bring your own, or eat out. Class will resume after lunch, and we’ll fill the air with the yummy aroma of bread baking!

 

 

1:00 PM WORSHOP OFFERINGS:


Fused Glass Pendant          $15 or 2 / $25 Brenda Bradds

Create your own custom designed pendent from a colorful assortment of glass. Mix & match colors, layer them, and microwave. The beautiful results are always different and unusual. After cooling, apply a bale and choose a chain. Enjoy wearing your beautiful creation!


Advanced Knitting                            $20

Robin Dement

Want to learn to knit in the round? I’ll show you how to do it with double-pointed needles. Yarn and needles will be provided. We will be knitting Easter Eggs. (Limit: 6 Students)


Let’s Paint a Ladybug!                      $20

Elaine Balsley

Paint a cute ladybug resting comfortably on a pretty blue flower petal! All materials will be provided, including acrylic paints, a canvas, brushes, etc. (Limit: 8 Students)


Mini Berry Basket                               $20

Sherry Love

This little basket is great for beginning weavers. Enjoy the group setting as you create a functional basket that can be used in many ways: picking blueberries, gathering eggs, or embellishing your home. (Minimum: 5 Students)


Intro to Splint Seat Weaving           $40

John Bradbury

Learn the craft of splint or bark seat weaving, like Grandma’s old ladderback chair! You’ll weave a 12”x8” stool seat, or (by prior arrangement) learn to re-seat your own chair. You’ll leave the workshop with a completed stool (or a start on your own chair), and information to source materials, tools, and further instructional resources.

John has experience working with hickory, rattan, fiber, rush, seagrass, local vines, and natural fibers. (Limit: 12 Students)


Clay Oil Diffuser                                $22

Rebecca Burke

Essential oils are scientifically recognized as being beneficial to your health. One of the best ways to use the oils is to diffuse them, so you can breathe in the lovely aroma. Two diffusers will be crafted, and you will receive an essential oil to use with them. As an added bonus, you’ll also get to make seed bombs for your spring flower gardens!


 

REGISTRATION FORM

 

Pre-Registration is required! Deadline to register is April 22!.

10:00 AM

___  Jumping Jack            $10

___  Perfume Rollers         $20

___  Beginner Knitting      $20 

___  Blessing Ball              $15

___  Chair Caning              $40

___  Baking with Yeast      $10

 

12:00 Noon

___  Lunch                           $8

 

1:00 PM

___  Paint a Ladybug         $20

___  Berry Basket               $20

___  Clay Diffuser               $22

___  Advanced Knitting     $20

___  Splint Seat Weaving   $40

___  Fused Glass Pendant $15 or 2/$25


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To register, send this form & payment to:


Appalachian Artisans Guil

4636 State Route 73

Hillsboro, Ohio 45133