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Crochet Basics

$72

with Jamie Boucher Simpkins

Calendar Next available session starts Apr 29, 2025 at 6:30 pm, runs for 6 weeks
1 additional session on May 1, 2025

All levels of ability are welcome!

Ideal for beginning or rusty crocheters. 

Bring a ball of yarn and a crochet hook and I'll show you how!  You'll also learn about the tools of the trade, a bit of crochet history, and how to start reading patterns.  When you're done, you'll know the five stitches most commonly used.

We also offer one-night classes as well if you need just to brush up.

Come and join and have some fun! 

Knitting Basics 4p - 6p

$72

with Victoria Vaughn

Calendar Next available session starts Mar 10, 2025 at 4 pm, runs for 6 weeks
1 additional session on Apr 28, 2025

All levels of ability are welcome!

Ideal for beginning or "rusty" knitters. Casting on, ending a project, and repairing mistakes will be covered, as well as mastery of the basic knit and purl stitches, the foundation of all knitting. 

Supplies needed:

Bring size 7 knitting needles, 1 light color Supersaver Red heart yarn (7 ounces), 1 small pair of scissors, and a tape measure. OR Bring a project that you are working on.

Can't make a full session?  Student drop-ins are welcome!

Drop-In fee is $15 per class.  You can register online or drop by the office to pay for the class drop-in.

If you have any questions or concerns, please do not hesitate to contact SCAE at AdultEd@sanford.org

 

 

 

 

Knitting Basics 6p - 8p

$72

with Victoria Vaughn

Calendar Next available session starts Mar 10, 2025 at 6 pm, runs for 6 weeks
1 additional session on Apr 28, 2025

 All levels of ability are welcome!

 Ideal for beginning or "rusty" knitters. Casting on, ending a project, and repairing mistakes will be covered, as well as mastery of the basic knit and purl stitches, the foundation of all knitting. 

Supplies needed:

Bring size 7 knitting needles, 1 light color Supersaver Red heart yarn (7 ounces), 1 small pair of scissors, and a tape measure. OR Bring a project that you are working on.

Can't make a full session?  Student drop-ins are welcome!

Drop-In fee is $15 per class.  Can either sign up online or stop by the office to pay for class drop-in.

If you have any questions or concerns, please do not hesitate to contact SCAE at AdultEd@sanford.org

 

 

 

Wire Wrapped Jewelry

$25

with Elizabeth Goody

Calendar Next available session starts Mar 24, 2025 at 6 pm, runs for 1 week
3 additional sessions through May 19, 2025

Beth will present a different wire-wrapped pendant project each week. 

Come create a piece of jewelry, pendant, or earrings using a variety of jewelry techniques including hammering. Bring your original ideas and any jewelry tools you may have.

There us a $10 materials fee to be paid to instructor at time of class.

Beth Goody

General Pottery (Hand Building & Wheel Throwing)

$95

with Greg Dow

Calendar Next session starts Mar 11, 2025 at 6 pm, runs for 3 weeks
1 additional session on May 6, 2025

Do you want to learn the basics of Hand Building and Wheel Throwing? This six-session course is for you! Join Greg for instruction that can take you from the beginner level to where you want to be.

There is a materials fee of $30 (CASH) due to the instructor on the first night of class.

 

Full Course

Scrapbooking Made Simple

$65

with Stacy Irish

Calendar Next available session starts Mar 11, 2025 at 6 pm, runs for 1 week
11 additional sessions through May 27, 2025

Each week will be a different project.

We will be designing 3 quick 2-page scrapbook spreads using wonderfully coordinated kits from Stampin up! Everything needed for the pages will be provided. 

Please bring the following items:

       Paper trimmer and small scissors.

 

Students will be able to purchase adhesive for $5.

Hammered Silver Jewelry

$25

with Elizabeth Goody

Calendar Next available session starts Mar 17, 2025 at 6 pm, runs for 1 week
3 additional sessions through May 12, 2025

Come create an original piece of hammered sterling silver jewelry. You will be able to make a pendant or earrings. There will be a variety of stones/beads and silver to choose from. Please bring any jewelry tools you may have.

The materials fee of $10 (CASH) is due at the beginning of class and is paid to the instructor.  Additional materials may be purchased if needed.

Beth Goody

 

Watercolors for Beginner

$62

with Judy Gaudet

Calendar Next available session starts Apr 2, 2025 at 6 pm, runs for 5 weeks

Learn and practice watercolor techniques by painting four subjects designed to present a variety of painting challenges.  This course is intended for persons with little or no previous art experience.  Both new and returning students are welcome.

A $5 material fee is payable to the instructor at the first class.

First night of class is strictly for beginners.  (Students that have not taken her class before).  Then seasoned students will start the following week.

Limited seating. 





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