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Polymer Clay Gnomes (Adult + Child)

One adult and one child ages 5-15. Register under the name of the child attending. Is your garden or plant looking for a little friend? Build a funny little gnome with magical flowers to cover their hat! Take your creation home and bake it in your own oven to harden the clay. All supplies included.

Sat, Apr 26

10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Clay Squared Gallery

Ages	5 yr. - 15 yr.

Stitch Masters Sewing School

Zentangle Art 2.0

Level up to 8 new tangles to explore as well as a project. This drawing method uses structured, repeating patterns to create one-of-a-kind art. No drawing experience is necessary. All supplies included.

Sewing With Knits

Explore fabrics like cotton jersey, sweater knits, and spandex blends. Master seam types, stretch stitches, elastic, and edge finishes. Gain tips, tricks, and practice with provided fabric samples. Bring your sewing machine/pedal to the first class, along with your favorite tools (pins, little scissors and a hem gauge (if you have them), and thread for your project.

Mon, Apr 28 - May 19

6:00 - 8:00 PM

Linocut Relief Printing

Uncover your true artistic abilities through linocuts! Learn how to carve images into a linoleum block, and use it to make a series of prints, with each print varying just slightly in appearance. All supplies included.

Tue, Apr 29

6:00 - 8:00 PM

Minnesota School of Horseshoeing

Fused Glass Fun

Design a fused glass nightlight, candle holder, small dish, pair of coasters, or a suncatcher/hanging piece. One project per person, chosen at class. Materials, tools, and kiln firings are included. Finished artwork will be ready for pick up 1-2 weeks later.

A Taste of Blacksmithing

Ages 18 and up. Hammer in hand, iron heated in the coal forge, anvil at the ready, strike up a new skill in blacksmithing. Spend the day creating a hand-forged project to take home; S-hook or a drive hook. No previous experience necessary. Bring basic safety equipment to class- see below. Safety Equipment: safety glasses, hearing protection, clothing of natural fiber with no cuffs or fraying, cotton or leather gloves and closed-toe leather boots or shoes. There will be a lunch break from 12:00-1:00PM. Participants are welcome to bring a lunch or procure lunch from a local eatery. Bring a water bottle to class.

Sat, May 3

9:00 AM - 4:00 PM

Printmaking Series

Explore the world of printmaking in this beginner-friendly, hands-on series! Explore 3 techniques in 3 weeks. Carve and print with linoleum blocks, layer patterns using screen printing, and experiment with playful textures and colors on gelli plates. All materials provided.

Gelli Plate Printmaking

Gelli prints are a fresh twist on monoprinting. Learn about nontraditional printmaking, and create a series of unique prints from gelatin plates combining natural materials, stencils and paint. Experiment with layers and explore natural shapes and textures. All supplies included.

Tue, May 6

6:00 - 7:30 PM

Chicago Avenue Fire Arts Center

Beginner Sewing Class

And sew it begins! Learn the basics of sewing and create something using hand- and sewing-machine techniques. Project options include: lanyard wallet, purse, snack bag, bookmark and more. Supplies are included.

A Card for Every Occasion

Create cards including; birthday, sympathy, get well, and thinking of you. Card makers are welcome to bring their preferred adhesive. All supplies included. View the online class listing for examples of what we’ll make!

Stained Glass Project Shop: Flower Suncatcher

Discover how to read a stained glass pattern, cut glass, assemble and solder components, and patina and seal your own handmade stained glass flower suncatcher! Patterns will be provided, and you can choose between three different styles of flowers. No prior stained glass experience is necessary. Please note the following before registering: *Wear closed toe shoes/work boots and dress in layers. Wear natural fiber clothing with long sleeves and pants. *It is recommended that you bring your own work gloves and safety glasses. If you can't, there will be some to use; you will be asked to help sanitize them after use. *Bring a water bottle as it can get hot in the shop, especially during the summer months.

Sun, May 11

2:00 - 6:00 PM

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Wet-On-Wet Oil Painting: Largo

Paint like Bill Alexander, the original "Happy Painter" on PBS! Learn Bill's famous wet-on-wet method on a 16” by 20” canvas that students take home. All materials provided. This class is taught by an Alexander Certified instructor. View online listing of the canvas we will paint.

Beginner Polymer Clay: Earrings

Design and create your own pair of earrings from polymer clay! Learn the basics of polymer clay, including color mixing, creating textures, and assembling earrings in this beginner class. Supplies are provided. Please note, there will be approximately 30 minutes of downtime during baking.

Mandala Rock Art (Adult+Child)

One adult and one child ages 5-15. Register under the name of the child attending. Design dotted mandala rocks together! Learn about the art form and create special painted rocks to take home or share with others! Supplies are included.

Tue, May 13

6:00 - 7:30 PM

Ages	5 yr. - 15 yr.

Global Arts Plus Upper Campus

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Beginning Basketry

Weave reeds into a basket for you, or to gift to a friend! Reeds are provided. Other supplies will need to be brought to class - view full list online. Bring a bucket or a bin large enough to hold a 15-inch square basket in water, a towel, clip clothespins, a measuring tape and scissors.

Natural Melt and Pour Soap

Make three handcrafted goat milk bar soaps, learning basic color and fragrance techniques. All essential oils and most colorants are foraged by the instructor; items that cannot be foraged are purchased from a local Dakota medicine shop. The instructor only uses what is available and in season. All supplies are included.

Paper Quilling

Roll, loop, curl, and twist strips of paper into different shapes and decorative designs to decorate greeting cards, journals and books or make your own unique paper quilling art. This class has a supply list to purchase. Supply list to bring to class: Quilling Tool Kit (found at most craft/hobby stores or online) Quilling strips (paper) Fine tip glue bottle Fine tip tweezers

Wet-On-Wet Oil Painting: Majestic Wilderness

Advanced Polymer Earrings

Ready to up your earring game? Craft 1-2 pairs of earrings using polymer clay while exploring advanced techniques such as marbling, layering, and 3-D design. Supplies are provided. Students should have completed the beginner course. Please note, there will be approximately 45 minutes of downtime during baking.

Henna Workshop

Discover the beauty and tradition of organic and authentic henna art! Explore the history and cultural significance of henna, learn to mix organic henna, apply your own beautiful floral and patterned designs, and take home your own henna cone! All the materials will be provided.

Wed, May 21

6:00 - 8:00 PM

Global Arts Plus Upper Campus

Terracotta Pot Painting

Flower pot painting classes are a blooming good time! From beginners eager to explore their artistic side to seasoned painters looking for a vibrant new project, our "Blooms in Color" theme will plant the seeds of creativity. Leave with one 8" terracotta pot. All materials included.

Introduction to Crop Art

Learn, directly from a Blue Ribbon winner, how to design and create a crop art piece for entry in the MN State Fair! Hear the history of crop art and rules for submission. Receive step-by-step guidance using a template. All supplies included, seeds, too!

Sat, May 31

9:30 - 11:30 AM