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Learn to Knit this Season! Saturdays, March 15, 22, 29, from 9 a.m. - 11 a.m. In this workshop series students will knit a cowl, work with natural yarns and acquire a lifelong skill. Students will learn knitting basics including casting on, the knit and purl stitches, casting off, simple sewing and finishing techniques. No experience necessary. Ages 14+ welcome. Students bring knitting needles, size 15 (wood or bamboo recommended); bulky yarn, about 138 yds (wool or wool blend recommended), and a crochet hook, any size (for picking up dropped stitches). Instructor Bianca Rennick will have additional yarn available for purchase. • Military, first responders and sibling discounts. • Scholarships available. • Homeschool funds accepted. • If this class is full, join the Interest List to be notified. • If you would like to be notified of future offerings, join the Interest List to be notified when new dates or spaces are available.

Create a unique Bandsaw Box! March 22 from 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. Bandsaw boxes are beginner-friendly and have a variety of uses. Once you make one you can make many! In this 7-hour workshop, students will create a box made from a single block of wood using the bandsaw. Students will learn to design and create organic forms on the bandsaw while observing wood grain and learning to make cross cuts and rip cuts. We will cover shop safety and methods for cutting and gluing your box. Students will also learn sanding best practices and how to achieve a perfect finish using beeswax. We welcome all makers, from beginners to advanced. Materials are provided. We recommend students bring your own eye protection, ear protection & apron. Aprons for sale here. No experience necessary. Ages 18+ welcome. Students are welcome to bring a lunch or snack for a short break mid-class. • Military & first responders discounts. • Scholarships available. • If this class is full, join the Interest List to be notified. • If you would like to be notified of future offerings, join the Interest List to be notified when new dates or spaces are available.

March 22, from 10 a.m. - Noon Join us for a hands-on macrame workshop where creativity meets functionality! In this session, you’ll learn how to craft a custom macrame strap–perfect for a guitar, purse, or even a camera. Be sure to come prepared with measurements, especially for those going the guitar strap route! By the end of the workshop, you’ll leave with a beautiful, handmade strap and the confidence to create more macrame masterpieces at home. This workshop includes: 2-inch black leather strap ends (for guitars), heavy-duty clasps for purse/camera straps, various cord colors to choose from, and hands-on instruction. Please arrive 10 minutes early so you can choose your colors in advance of class. No experience necessary. Ages 11+ welcome! All materials included. • Military, first responders and sibling discounts. • Scholarships available. • Homeschool funds accepted. • If this class is full, join the Interest List to be notified. • If you would like to be notified of future offerings, join the Interest List to be notified when new dates or spaces are available.

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