This class has been postponed to December 3rd! To register, use that link!
Macrame a plant hanger! In this class you'll learn a few basic macrame knots and how to put them together to make a unique and functional plant hanger. They make excellent gifts, and of course you can never have just one in your own home so this is a skill that you will be glad to acquire! All materials will be provided by the instructor ($5 fee payable during class).
Wire Wrapped Rings Workshop with Elise Marie DeSigns
Saturday September 21 from Noon-2:00 pm, $50
Come join us for a fun and creative event where you can learn how to make your very own wire wrapped rings with Elise Marie DeSalvo! It's a great opportunity to unleash your inner artist and create unique jewelry pieces that you can wear or gift to loved ones. No experience is necessary, as Elise will guide you through the process step by step.
During this class, you will be able to create two unique & stylish wire wrap rings.
Learn how to:
Elise DeSalvo, Owner of Elise Marie DeSigns, inspires with uniquely hand-crafted designs and a marketplace of local goods. They strive to empower customers to look and feel their best while also supporting female-owned small businesses. Learn more
at: https://elisemariedesigns.com
The suggested donation for this class is $50
Merrymeeting Arts Center operates on a tiered 'pay what you can system'. Pay what you can, and we will take care of the rest. If you would like to support our Heron Fund program, please select the 'pay it forward' option it will cover your tuition and someone else!
Join artist Ruthanne Harrison for an afternoon of creating textile designs using block printing and stenciling. We’ll be experimenting with designing motifs for printing, using color combinations, and creating repeat patterns.
You will leave with a printed scarf, along with any other items you may choose to bring to print on (cotton t-shirts, fabric scraps, repurposed fabric cut from bed sheets, etc.). Printing materials will be supplied, and no prior experience is needed! This is a workshop for all, ages 15 and up.
November 9 from Noon–2pm. $65
A great class is for anyone who wants to learn how to shibori! This would be a great afternoon out for a team building activity, birthday party or a nice gift for a friend or family member. Elise DeSalvo will teach the process of shibori-dyeing using indigo dye on fabric for practice, making a distinctive blue & white pattern. You will then dye one “dad-hat” cap provided by Elise.
All materials and supplies will be provided including a white unisex cap, fabric, gloves, masks, eye protection, and indigo dye.
Suitable for adults & kids (minimum 10 years old).
Macrame a plant hanger! In this class you'll learn a few basic macrame knots and how to put them together to make a unique and functional plant hanger. They make excellent holiday gifts, and of course you can never have just one in your own home so this is a skill that you will be glad to acquire! All materials will be provided by the instructor ($5 fee payable during class).
January 11 from Noon–2pm. $65
Join us for a fun afternoon learning to make your very own gemstone hoop
earrings. It's a great opportunity to unleash your inner artist and create unique jewelry that you can wear or gift to loved ones.
No experience or tools are necessary— Elise will guide you through the process step by step and provide all materials. You’ll get to choose from a variety of gemstone, glass, and metal beads and leave with one complete pair of earrings! All materials are hypoallergenic.
As always, donations to the Heron Fund allow us to offer a “pay what you can” option for this class!