Arts, Crafts & Hobbies 
Scrapbooking CROP
Meet other local Scrapbookers for conversation, fellowship, inspiration, and fun! Come to our Scrapbooking CROP to swap techniques for preserving your treasured moments, share keepsakes, and trade tips! We have ample table space and a great atmosphere for a day spent scrapbooking with old and new friends. Come for a couple of hours or stay for the whole day. Pre-registration is strongly encouraged for this event! There are even door prizes given away throughout the day. Refreshments provided. Instructor: Cooper
A: Saturday, 9:00 am - 9:00 pm May 16
Fairmont, CWE #111 - 113 $6
B: Saturday, 9:00 am - 9:00 pm June 20
Fairmont, CWE #111 - 113 $6
C: Saturday, 9:00 am - 9:00 pm July 18
Fairmont, CWE #111 - 113 $6
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D: Saturday, 9:00 am - 9:00 pm August 15
Fairmont, CWE #111 - 113 $6
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Learn How to Scrap 101
Scrapbooking is no longer construction paper and tape or just putting your photos in an album. Now you'll find scrapbook stores all over the country, thousands of products to choose from, and techniques to learn to make the most of the hobby of scrapbooking.
You don't have to be creative to create wonderful scrapbooks. This class will cover choosing the basic scrapbooking tools and teaches you how to use them as well as some easy techniques and basic layout design. Instructor: Cooper
Thursday, 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm June 11
Bridgeport Conference Center $15
Tantalizing Techniques
Think it is all about paper, scissors and pictures? Think again! This class teaches creative techniques that can be incorporated into building your scrapbooks. Instructor: Cooper
Thursday, 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm June 25
Bridgeport Conference Center $15
Altered Art Pieces
In this class we will explore how to take your scrapbooking supplies to a whole new level as home décor. We will create an altered art canvas that can be hung on the wall as you would a prized painting. Instructor: Cooper
3 Tuesdays, 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm July 14 - 28
Bridgeport Conference Center $29
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Jewelry Making:
Jewelry Making Techniques
This course is designed to teach you the basic techniques used in jewelry making. Learn how to use crimping, jump rings, clasps, basic wire work and finish techniques. At the end of the class, you will have completed a necklace and earrings for yourself or to give as a special gift. Instructor: Angotti
Tuesday, 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm June 2
Bridgeport Conference Center $39
Jewelry Techniques II
In this follow-up workshop, you will take your jewelry making skills to the next level. You will learn design, finishing techniques and packaging - and of course, you will take home a beautiful handmade piece of jewelry. Instructor: Angotti
Tuesday, 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm June 9
Bridgeport Conference Center $39
Wire Jewelry Wrapping
Learn how to wire wrap to create your own pendants for necklaces or for rings. We will a use freeform wrapping technique which can accommodate almost any size or shape of stone. You will wrap both flat and irregularly shaped stones and leave with a wire wrapped pendant to show off to your friends. All supplies included although you can bring your own stone if you have a favorite. Instructor: Angotti
Thursday 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm July 2
Bridgeport Conference Center $29
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PMC Lentil Beads
Make a large lentil bead that can be used as a beautiful focal bead for your own jewelry creation. You'll get the chance to practice and perfect your design and we'll have your final masterpiece fired and ready to take with you at the end of class. No PMC experience necessary and all supplies are included. Express yourself by making a unique, dramatic, and beautiful statement. Instructor: Angotti
Tuesday, 6:30 - 8:30 pm July 28
Bridgeport Conference Center $55
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Earrings Galore!
You will learn and use different techniques to make 3 pairs of earrings. Choose from an assortment of beads as well as Sterling Silver and 14K Goldfill findings. You will also select from a variety of backs such as French hooks, clips, posts or leverbacks to create a unique and beautiful look for you to treasure or share. Register with a child or a friend for twice the fun! Instructor: Angotti
Thursday, 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm August 6
Bridgeport Conference Center $29
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Masterpiece Jewelry Theatre
Learn a new jewelry making technique to create a one of a kind masterpiece pendant. Using special colored pencils we will decorate a piece of copper to make a beautiful pendant with your own artwork. Don't worry if you can't even draw a stick figure - we will have some easy ideas that even you can do. Great for all ages. All supplies included. Instructor: Angotti
Thursday, 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm August 13
Bridgeport Conference Center $35
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Art Classes:
Beginning Watercolor Painting
Explore the diverse drama of watercolor painting. This class will teach you different washes, techniques, composition, and secrets to watercolor painting. Come develop your artistic style!
Student will need to bring the following supplies to class: 11x14 watercolor pad, a set of watercolor paints, brushes, a rag. Instructor: Dawn
A: 6 Mondays, 1:00 pm - 2:30 pm June 15 - July 20
Fairmont, CWE #109 $79
B: 6 Mondays, 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm June 15 - July 20
Fairmont, CWE #109 $79
Sketch Artistry II
This five-session workshop is designed to expand drawing skills, appreciation and enjoyment. You'll learn techniques for using graphite pencils, pen and ink, charcoal, and pastels. Practice cross hatching, washes, color blending are more while learning new ways to express yourself and your art. Instructor: Sellers
5 Thursdays, 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm June 18 - July 16
Clarksburg, Caperton Center $49
Acrylic Painting
Joint us for an introduction to acrylic painting. This course will explore the transparency and diversity of painting with acrylics. Topics covered will include color mixing, light and shadow, composition, paint handling and application - all in a fun and supportive environment. Class will lead to a completed painting. Instructor: Sellers
5 Thursdays, 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm July 23 - August 20
Clarksburg, Caperton Center $59
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Beginning Drawing
This class will introduce you to the basic elements of drawing, while developing strong foundational skills to build upon. We will explore contour, value, gesture, perspective and grid drawing. Students will need to bring supplies to class: 11x14 sketch book, #2, #4, #6 graphite pencils, a gum eraser. Instructor: Dawn
6 Mondays, 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm July 27 - August 31
Fairmont, CWE #109 $59
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Crafts & Heritage Arts:
Stained Glass 101
This class will teach the basics of the foiling method of stained glass. An introduction to glass working tools, various types and styles of glass, cutting methods, grinding, use of patterns foiling, soldering and use of patinas will be covered. Participants can choose from select patterns and will take home finished products. Tools will be available for classroom work. Glass must be purchased separately (you can bring your own, or it can be purchased from the instructor). Tools and supplies will be provided (also available for purchase if desired). Wear old clothes. Instructor: Wright
5 Tuesdays, 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm July 14 - August 11
The Wright Stuff Works $149
215 Pike St., Shinnston
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Basket Weaving
Join us to create a beautiful hand-made basket with acclaimed local basket weaver, Helen Efaw. This class is designed for the beginning weaver as well as the advanced beginner in the art of basket weaving. Learn the design and techniques of basket making to create your basket to display in your home or as a special gift for your friends and relatives. (Bring a sack lunch to class.) Instructor: Efaw
A: Two-Handled Field Basket (Herringbone Twill Weave)
Saturday, 9:00 am - 4:00 pm June 27 (NEW DATE!!!)
Prickett's Fort $65
B: Shaker Cat-Head Basket
Saturday, 9:00 am - 4:00 pm July 18
Prickett's Fort $65
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Beginning Tatting
Learn to make lace with a thread and shuttle. Tatting is an 18th century form of lacemaking that originated in Europe. Open to anyone who wants to get started or build their skills. Instructor: Miller
Sat. 9 am - 12 pm, Sun. 1 pm - 4 pm June 6 - 7
Prickett's Fort $45
Bobbin Lace
Bobbin lace (or pillow lace) takes its name from the way it is made: on a firm pillow to which a pricked-out pattern is tacked and each twist of the bobbins is held in place by a pin. For all its intricate and elegant appearance, there are only two different movements of bobbins in the formation of the lace: the twist and the cross. Make a bookmark in this weekend workshop. Class is open to anyone who wants to get started or build their skills. Instructor: Miller
Sat. 9 am - 12 pm, Sun. 1 pm - 4 pm June 13 - 14
Prickett's Fort $35
Native American Folklore & Art Series
Come and discover the rich heritage of Native American Craft. In this class we will create a medicine pouch, a medicine wheel and a petroglygh project. We will also delve into the traditions and folklore of Native Peoples. This class is taught by Winter Dawn, a Lakota Artist, whose sculpture is showcased in the American Indian Smithsonian Museum.
Material fee of $25 payable to the instructor the first night of class.
4 Thursdays, 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm July 9 - 30
Bridgeport Conference Center $59
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