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Sewing Basics
Have you always wanted to learn to sew but lacked the time or patience? This class is for you. You will learn the basics of sewing, including: what tools to you need, what you need to know about fabric, how to read a simple pattern, how to stitch a simple project, how to put in a seam and a hem, special new ideas to help you get started and feel comfortable with your machine. Students will need to buy their own tools and fabrics after the first session. Bring your own sewing machine to class if you have a portable machine. If you do not have a machine, teacher will discuss options at first class.
Instructor: Jerry Cowen is a credentialed instructor and lifelong sewing enthusiast.
9 Wednesdays, 9:30 – 11:30am
January 25 – March 28, 2012
(no class March 21)
Horizon Hills Campus
33 Greta Street
Thousand Oaks 91360
Room 1
Cost: $150
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Sewing Workshop
Different from Sewing Basics, the class will be slightly faster in project development. If you have the tools already and an idea of what you would like to create, come the first day ready to sew in class! If you already sew with moderate proficiency, this class is definitely for you.
Instructor: Jerry Cowen is a credentialed instructor and lifelong sewing enthusiast.
Session 1
7 Wednesdays 9:30 – 11:30am
February 8 – March 28
(no class March 21)
Cost: $95
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Session 2
10 Wednesdays 9:30 – 11:30am
April 4 – June 6
Cost: $125
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Horizon Hills Campus
33 Greta Street
Thousand Oaks 91360
Room 1
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UNCIAL Calligraphy |
| Have you ever wanted to letter a beautiful book for yourself? Then this calligraphy class is for you. No prior lettering experience is necessary. Just bring your desire to explore and have fun learning this beautiful and readable hand called UNCIAL. By the end of the session, you will letter and make a small book to enjoy, and a gift or card using your favorite nursery rhyme or poem. |
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Instructor: Joan Hawks earned a BA in Art from UCLA and discovered calligraphy in 1978. She has studied with many renowned teachers, attended international conferences, and exhibited in juried shows. Joan has taught numerous calligraphy workshops over some 10 years, and loves sharing her talent.
8 Fridays
9:30 – 11:30am
Feb 3 – April 6, 2012
(no classes Feb 17 & March 23)
Conejo Valley Adult School
Room 3
Cost: $95 plus a $5 materials fee payable to the instructor
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| Embellishments for Everyday Art |
This class will cover lay out, design, decoration and illumination for the calligraphic pieces including watercolor flowers, gold leafing, collage, metallic powders, bleach and more. Use of these is an ideal way to further enhance invitations, greeting cards and canvases..
Instructor: Shirley LaPorte is a member of the Society for Calligraphy and owns her own calligraphy and invitation business. She has appeared on the DIY network craft show and has had art projects and articles published in national and international magazines.
8 Thursdays, 11:00am – 1:00pm
Feb 9 – April 5, 2012
(no class March 22)
Conejo Valley Adult School
Room 3
Cost: $95 plus a $5 materials fee payable to the instructor
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Introduction to Calligraphy
This class is an introduction to the general craft of calligraphy. It will be a hands-on overview of 5 different styles of calligraphy, different tools used to create varying effects and materials used to create lettering from the traditional to the abstract. Students will be taught in an informal atmosphere with emphasis on individual help. Participants will need to purchase their own supplies after the first class. For the first class all you need to bring is a willingness to learn!
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Instructor: Shirley LaPorte is a member of the Society for Calligraphy and owns her own calligraphy and invitation business. She has appeared on the DIY network craft show and has had art projects and articles published in national and international magazines.
8 Thursdays
February 9 – April 5
9:00 - 1l:00am
(no class March 22)
Conejo Valley Adult School, Room 3
Cost: $95 plus a $5 materials fee payable to the instructor
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| Fun with Photos |
You've got photos in boxes, in drawers, on memory cards, CDs and
scrapbooks. What to do with the rest? Why not awaken your creative side and have some fun with your photos. Learn to make gifts and memories. No computer programs needed
– just access to a copier and some everyday craft tools. This is a show-and-tell class. You'll take home instructions. Bring scissors, paste and 5 sheets of 12" x 12" cardstock to make the pop-up book.
Instructor: Kateri Alexander, PhD, a writer, editor, radio, video and TV producer, author, and crafter, had so many photos she needed to figure out what to do with them. She has credits as a newspaper, magazine and cookbook editor and associate producer for a local NPR Morning Edition. She teaches writing and
journaling workshops through her business Small Retreats. Her journaling blog is
Saturday, March 3, 2012
9:00am – 12:00pm
Conejo Valley Adult School
Room 3
Cost: $40 plus $3.00 instruction booklet fee payable to instructor
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Succulent & Fresh Flower Centerpiece
Just in time for your seasonal celebrations. Flower Duet will teach you the method of mixing succulents with fresh flowers. All attendees will be hands on to create their own mini-deserts as well as other helpful
tips on what to do after the flowers have
faded. Students receive hand-on instruction, tip sheets and get to take home their own arrangements.
Instructor: Casey Coleman Schwartz. Flower Duet is made up of two Floral Designing Sisters, Kit and Casey. With over 30 years experience between them they have a vast knowledge of flowers, caring for them and many design techniques. They specialize in floral design lessons, flower parties, appearing as guest speakers to garden clubs and other groups, offer workshops at their Torrance studio and at private venues in addition to offering custom floral design services for weddings and all types of special occasions. They also can be found offering group tours of the Los Angeles Floral District each month. Whether it is a new trend or a classic design, Flower Duet create it and teach it. .
Saturday, April 7, 2012
9:00am – 12:00pm
Conejo Valley Adult School
Room 3
Cost: $40 plus $30 materials fee payable to instructor
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| Art of Mosaic |
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Mosaic is an art form that dates back to the 4th century BC. Fortunately, many ancient mosaics have survived to this day due to the durability of the materials and the permanence of the finished piece. The enduring art of the mosaic consists of assembling small pieces of stone, glass or other materials into an image which is usually decorative and often has cultural or spiritual significance.
This class is tailored for the beginning mosaic artist, and encompasses a brief history of mosaic, a summary of materials and tools used, and step-by-step instruction in creating your own decorative mosaic art piece. All materials will be provided. However, if you have tools or materials you would like to use, you are welcome to bring those to class. At the conclusion of this class, you will have a beautiful mosaic creation to enjoy for years to come.
Instructor: Jackie Mays is a freelance artist residing locally. Her work includes murals, oil and watercolor painting and mosaic.
2 Saturdays, 9:00am – 12:00pm
April 21 and 28, 2012
Conejo Valley Adult School
Room 3
Cost: $55 plus $25 materials fee payable to the instructor
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