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!
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!
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