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November 2021
Primitive Rug Hooking: Beginners October 12 – November 16
Primitive Rug Hooking for Beginners is an introductory course into the traditional North American craft of rug hooking. Dating back to pioneer times, rug hooking recycles common materials into utilitarian objects for the home. This course will teach the original technique used in rug hooking and allow you to create beautiful textile art pieces that will brighten your floors and walls. Goals: Each student will complete one 10 x 10 inch geometric hooked mat with the shapes and colors of their…
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Intro to Handbuilding with Paper Clay
October 13 – December 8, 10:00AM EST
An Introduction to Hand Building with Paper Clay with Jerry Bennett This is an introductory class in Paper Clay, adding cellulose-based fibers to wet clay to improve the workability of the clay and lessen many of the problems associated with hand building. Paper clay or as many people call it; fiber clay, is the process in ceramics where artists add cellulose fibers to plastic clay. These fibers burn out after the first firing leaving only the clay remaining. Adding these…
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Intro to Handbuilding with Paper Clay
October 13 – December 8, 10:00AM EST
An Introduction to Hand Building with Paper Clay with Jerry Bennett This is an introductory class in Paper Clay, adding cellulose-based fibers to wet clay to improve the workability of the clay and lessen many of the problems associated with hand building. Paper clay or as many people call it; fiber clay, is the process in ceramics where artists add cellulose fibers to plastic clay. These fibers burn out after the first firing leaving only the clay remaining. Adding these…
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Handles, Spouts, Lids and Feet: Hand Building with Paper Clay
October 13 – December 1, 1PM EST
Paper clay or as many people call it; fiber clay, is the process in ceramics where artists add cellulose fibers to plastic clay. These fibers burn out after the first firing leaving only the clay remaining. Adding these fibers makes the clay easier to work with and more plastic. However, many of the rules that govern regular clay do not apply to paper clay. Jerry Bennett, a leading international paper clay artist, will conduct a hands-on Zoom training that will…
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Weaving on a Loom: Private Lessons
October 28 – November 18, 6PM EST
Weaving lessons are guided by your goals for skill-building and are appropriate for the total beginner (never touched a loom or yarn? No problem!) or for the weaver looking to build on an established skill set. Participants will design a project (scarf, wall hanging, or table runner), select yarns, wind a warp, “dress” a 4-shaft floor loom, and weave the project. Learn the vocabulary of weaving and develop a better understanding of the process. Once you register, you will be…
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Pottery: Intro to Wheel throwing
September 30 – November 18, 6PM
This 8-week course focuses on all the basics of working on a pottery wheel. This introductory-level course is for beginner through advanced students with individualized instruction that will cover basic skills, control, and self-expression, as well as surface decoration and glazing. Basic to advanced wheel throwing techniques will be taught. Techniques for making a variety of forms such as plates, bowls, vases, pitchers and coffee mugs will be demonstrated. All materials, glaze and firing fees included with class fee. This evening class…
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Weaving on a Loom: Private Lessons
September 30 – October 21, 6PM EST
Weaving lessons are guided by your goals for skill-building and are appropriate for the total beginner (never touched a loom or yarn? No problem!) or for the weaver looking to build on an established skill set. Participants will design a project (scarf, wall hanging, or table runner), select yarns, wind a warp, “dress” a 4-shaft floor loom, and weave the project. Learn the vocabulary of weaving and develop a better understanding of the process. Once you register, you will be…
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Pottery: Intro to Wheel throwing
October 2 – November 20, 10AM EST
This 8-week course focuses on all the basics of working on a pottery wheel. This introductory-level course is for beginner through advanced students with individualized instruction that will cover basic skills, control, and self-expression, as well as surface decoration and glazing. Basic to advanced wheel throwing techniques will be taught. Techniques for making a variety of forms such as plates, bowls, vases, pitchers and coffee mugs will be demonstrated. All materials, glaze and firing fees included with class fee. Skill Level: All (ages…
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Pottery Open Studio
September 26 – December 12, 1PM EST
Open studio is offered exclusively for Fuller Craft Museum Members with prior experience in ceramics and need a studio to work in. There is a studio monitor but, no instruction. Session fee includes use of all Fuller Craft Museum ceramic studio equipment including: Wheels, sink, hand building tables, wedging table, throwing tools, wire tools, and other hand tools located in the ceramic studio as well as firing and glazing. Membership to Fuller Craft Museum is required. Open Studio is recommended for those who…
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Intro to Handbuilding with Paper Clay
October 13 – December 8, 10:00AM EST
An Introduction to Hand Building with Paper Clay with Jerry Bennett This is an introductory class in Paper Clay, adding cellulose-based fibers to wet clay to improve the workability of the clay and lessen many of the problems associated with hand building. Paper clay or as many people call it; fiber clay, is the process in ceramics where artists add cellulose fibers to plastic clay. These fibers burn out after the first firing leaving only the clay remaining. Adding these…
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