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Chicago Botanic Garden @ 1000 Lake Cook Road, Chicago, IL
Cardinals bring cheer to the winter landscape. How about making them as ornaments for the holiday? Learn to shape each part with wool, then connect it all and sculpt it to life. We’ll use hand-dyed wool and needle felting techniques, working step by step so even novice crafters will walk away with something fantastic.
TLD Design Center & Gallery @ 26 E Quincy St, Westmont, IL
SOAP MAKING Quick Starter Basics in Cold Process Vegan Recipe Suitable Class for groups of 5 or less Science & Safety of Sopponification demystified Class For occasional maker through Indie professional Learn the Art & Craft of cold process soap making (from scratch... not melt and pour) This is a 2 hour class where students learn the entire process (from start to finish) as they work together creating one full base batch to be divided...
Art Side Out Studio & MASK SHOP
Students develop skills, vocabulary and stage presence, while having fun with masks and duet scenes, culminating in a final performance. Instructor, Jeff Semmerling studied theatre at Northwestern University and has been doing professional theatre since 1976.
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Explore Art Private Group EventsThe Resiliency Institute @ 10S404 Knoch Knolls Rd, Naperville, IL
Learn the history of soap making, how modern soap making is different, and how to create your own soap recipes. Every step of cold-process soap making from start to finish will be demonstrated using goat milk which makes the most luxurious and moisturizing soap. Each participant will receive handouts, including a list of references for future use, and a slice of freshly made soap.
Art Side Out Studio & MASK SHOP @ 5606 N Western Ave, Chicago, IL
Students learn fundamental mask construction, making masks in cardboard, Venetian Style papier mache', found objects and plaster gauze. Please note: Most materials are included.
Art Side Out Studio & MASK SHOP @ 4041 N Milwaukee Ave, Chicago, IL
For age 8 and up. Practice making 2-D materials into 4-D art with master mask maker, Jeff Semmerling.
Evanston Art Center @ 1717 Central St, Evanston, IL
Create in silver, copper and brass! Learn Basic and intermediate level contemporary metalsmithing and design. Start with simple techniques, and learn through demonstrations to expand your skillsets in various stone setting techniques, soldering, shaping metal through forging, and adding color to metal with glass enamel. Creative linkage, etching and hollow form boxes will also so be explored.
Art Side Out Studio & MASK SHOP @ 5606 N Western Ave, Chicago, IL
Start with casting your own face for two mask making matrices, then learn sculpting and casting your own creations in paper mache'. Note: You should take beginner mask making before this class. Session price includes materials.
Wet Paint Chicago @ 1200 West 35th St, Chicago, IL
Come and make your Valentine's Day Picture Frames!! We provide everything!!! We have a few styles of picture frames. We provide paint, rhinestones, conversation hearts, and other Valentine's Day decorations!
Evanston Art Center @ 1717 Central St, Evanston, IL
Learn the basics of silicone mold making, creating 1-part molds and 2-part molds from a variety of different silicones and rubbers. Cast plastic or wax into your mold, and manipulate it further through carving, heat, or paint, which can then be hand-painted. Mold making is a key technique for those interested in production. All molds created can be used multiple times.
Evanston Art Center @ 1717 Central St, Evanston, IL
Immerse yourself in glass and fire! Apply glass to metal and see it transform in a hot kiln. Learning the basics is easy - spend the class exploring a large and fascinating array of techniques to create your beautiful and durable pieces of jewelry or sculpture. In-person class (with reduced capacity) closely following Restore Illinois guidelines. Includes COVID-19 cleaning fee. Face coverings required throughout the...
Evanston Art Center @ 1717 Central St, Evanston, IL
Students will continue to develop their paper making skills and explore new types of fibers and colored pulp. It is preferred that you know how to set up and clean up your station.
Spring Bird @ 18N600 Westhill Rd, Dundee Township, IL
Make your own Nature Notebook and spend the day observing, collecting, and writing in it, while connecting with nature! Join us for a day in the Spring Bird’s woods learning to make your own pamphlet book, sun prints, and leaf rubbings and create a book for your writing, sketching, or creative project. Get inspired by being in the woods! You will learn: how to make your own pamphlet book how to make sun prints how to leaf rubbings ...
A continuation of exploring collage using mixed media materials, drawing techniques, photographs and more. Emphasis will be on creating one’s own personal imagery and refining techniques. Historical and contemporary artists will be introduced for inspiration and context. Current events, poems, and landscapes will be some themes to explore. Pre-requisite: Students must have completed Paper Remix I with same instructor before joining this...
Do you want to do more with your serger, but don't know where to start/ In this class learn how to create a custom placemat using your serger! Don't have a serger and want to see what you can accomplish with one, then come and use of ours. You'll wonder why you ever kept it in the closet! Note: Expect a supplies to be purchased during session.
Create beautiful classic dinner napkins! Use print fabric with a coordinating trim, or tone-on-tone. Whatever your fabric choice you'll be the talk of the town at your dinner parties.Throw out those paper napkins and use your hand-made creations-in the kitchen, in the dining room, even camping or at a picnic! Note:The fabric and supplies purchased here.
Linda Z's Sewing Center @ 1216 E Central Rd, Chicago, IL
Join us for... QUILT WEEK! We're doing it again in November 2022. Joyce Hughes will be there with even more & new thread painting techniques & projects, along with other fabulous educators and fascinating projects, techniques and MORE! QUILT WEEK! Get it ALL! Monday thru Saturday - or MORE! All Quilt Week Workshops and Classes for one FABULOUS Price! Fabric and supplies are extra. 2-DAY THREAD PAINTING CLASS with JOYCE HUGHES!...
Linda Z's Sewing Center @ 1216 E Central Rd, Chicago, IL
Join us monthly for these fabulous lecture/demo presentations to learn the ins and outs of the Scan and Cut. You'll learn about the different kinds of materials & processes you can work with - vinyl, heat transferring, paper, fabric, glass etching, rhinestones, etc. More than just a cutting machine, it has a place in all your creative endeavors! Also, discover how to use Brother's ScanNCut Canvas to edit & transfer cut files. There's...
Evanston Art Center @ 1717 Central St, Evanston, IL
If you are looking to create something special, personal and outstanding; combining 3D printing and laser cutting is the perfect vehicle to create a custom piece of jewelry. We will experiment designing complicated yet delicate meshes, utilize acrylic or wood as materials and make some bold new statements you just can’t achieve with other methods. You can use it for rings, bracelets, pendants and earrings.
Evanston Art Center @ 1717 Central St, Evanston, IL
Transform scraps of silver left over to jewelry sitting in your drawers into new and exciting jewelry designs. With one-on-one instructor time, you will learn how to repurpose your old and unused metal and jewelry into new metal and design elements for new jewelry fabrications. Skill Level: Intermediate/Advanced
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