Registration closes 2 weeks before class.
Students need to pay instructor $20 in person for project materials.
In this class, students will make arrows in the traditional Welsh/British method using hand cut feathers which are wrapped onto the shaft rather than glued and field or target points.
Youth okay! Parents need to be sure the youth is capable of the work and prepared to stay during class.
Fee: $112.00
Instructor: Peter Yencken
Capacity Remaining: 10
Schedule Details: Sunday September 15th, 9:00 am to 5:00 pm
Dates: 9/15/2019 - 9/15/2019
Times: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Sessions: 1
Days: Su
Building: Arbutus Folk School
Room: Woodshop
Registration closes 4 days before the first day of class
While Arts & Crafts denotes a style (circa 1910), where the textiles involve both applique as well as embroidery stitches - combined. The era marked a return to natural materials and natural designs. The style had its own architecture, of which many homes in the Olympia and Seattle area reflect, and these homes were decorated with these stylistic textiles. While working at Craftsman Farms (former home of Gustav Stickley), I was able to do in-depth studies of such textiles. During our first meeting, we will view a number of slides and see many examples of such textiles, discussing what factors go into this particular decorative art. We will then practice some of the very simple embroidery stitches used (outline, blanket, couching, French knots), and discuss the very simple designs you can work. At our second meeting, each person will work on their own linen project. Design, colors, techniques, and threads will be formulated and set up for each person. You can use your own design idea or choose from those offered.
Students Should Bring: 5" - 7" screw-type embroidery hoop, small scissors and $20 to give to instructor for kit.
Fee: $56.00
Instructor: Roberta "Bobbi" Chase
Capacity Remaining: 5
Schedule Details: Tues & Thurs eve, August 6th & 8th from 6-8 pm.
Dates: 8/6/2019 - 8/8/2019
Times: 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Sessions: 2
Days: Tu Th
Building: Arbutus Folk School
Room: Front Classroom
Registration closes 3 days before the first day of class
Ages 12 and up welcome!
Want to try and throw on the wheel? or need some more time to refine your existing skills? In this beginner's wheel throwing class we will cover the basics of throwing. We will go over prepping your clay, centering, opening your form, and then move on to trimming and glazing your final pieces.
I will also demonstrate how to create a handle for drinking vessels using multiple different hand building techniques.
I recommend bringing a towel and apron, but there are a limited amount in the studio.
Fee: $204.00
Instructor: Andritta Bernstein
Capacity Remaining: 7
Schedule Details: Wednesdays from 12:30 to 3:00 pm, July 31st to August 28th.
Dates: 7/31/2019 - 8/28/2019
Times: 12:30 PM - 3:00 PM
Sessions: 5
Days: W
Building: Arbutus Folk School
Room: Ceramic Studio
Open studio time is unstructured time for students to practice independently to enhance their abilities. Participants are required to have basic pottery or hand building skill level and will be able to use the studio to work independently. This registration is for hand building techniques only; our wheels are reserved for students currently enrolled in wheel throwing classes at Arbutus Folk School. Instruction is not included in open studio time, though a studio aide will be on hand to answer questions. It includes use of the ceramic studio, tools, and equipment. Additional clay and firing fees will apply.
A la carte fees (bring cash or check to class):
Clay: $10- $13 per 25 lb bag
Firing: Charge depends on volume of work being fired
Glazes included in firing fee
Students currently enrolled in classes pay only for open studio time and do not need to pay additional fees for glaze and firings to participate in the open studio.
Fee: $20.00
Instructor: Andritta Bernstein
Capacity Remaining: 5
Schedule Details:
Dates: 7/22/2019 - 7/22/2019
Times: 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Sessions: 1
Days: M
Building: Arbutus Folk School
Room: Ceramic Studio
Open studio time is unstructured time for students to practice independently to enhance their abilities. Participants are required to have basic pottery or hand building skill level and will be able to use the studio to work independently. This registration is for hand building techniques only; our wheels are reserved for students currently enrolled in wheel throwing classes at Arbutus Folk School. Instruction is not included in open studio time, though a studio aide will be on hand to answer questions. It includes use of the ceramic studio, tools, and equipment. Additional clay and firing fees will apply.
A la carte fees (bring cash or check to class):
Clay: $10- $13 per 25 lb bag
Firing: Charge depends on volume of work being fired
Glazes included in firing fee
Students currently enrolled in classes pay only for open studio time and do not need to pay additional fees for glaze and firings to participate in the open studio.
Fee: $20.00
Instructor: Andritta Bernstein
Capacity Remaining: 5
Schedule Details:
Dates: 7/29/2019 - 7/29/2019
Times: 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Sessions: 1
Days: M
Building: Arbutus Folk School
Room: Ceramic Studio
Open studio time is unstructured time for students to practice independently to enhance their abilities. Participants are required to have basic pottery or hand building skill level and will be able to use the studio to work independently. This registration is for hand building techniques only; our wheels are reserved for students currently enrolled in wheel throwing classes at Arbutus Folk School. Instruction is not included in open studio time, though a studio aide will be on hand to answer questions. It includes use of the ceramic studio, tools, and equipment. Additional clay and firing fees will apply.
A la carte fees (bring cash or check to class):
Clay: $10- $13 per 25 lb bag
Firing: Charge depends on volume of work being fired
Glazes included in firing fee
Students currently enrolled in classes pay only for open studio time and do not need to pay additional fees for glaze and firings to participate in the open studio.
Fee: $20.00
Instructor: Andritta Bernstein
Capacity Remaining: 5
Schedule Details:
Dates: 8/5/2019 - 8/5/2019
Times: 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Sessions: 1
Days: M
Building: Arbutus Folk School
Room: Ceramic Studio
Open studio time is unstructured time for students to practice independently to enhance their abilities. Participants are required to have basic pottery or hand building skill level and will be able to use the studio to work independently. This registration is for hand building techniques only; our wheels are reserved for students currently enrolled in wheel throwing classes at Arbutus Folk School. Instruction is not included in open studio time, though a studio aide will be on hand to answer questions. It includes use of the ceramic studio, tools, and equipment. Additional clay and firing fees will apply.
A la carte fees (bring cash or check to class):
Clay: $10- $13 per 25 lb bag
Firing: Charge depends on volume of work being fired
Glazes included in firing fee
Students currently enrolled in classes pay only for open studio time and do not need to pay additional fees for glaze and firings to participate in the open studio.
Fee: $20.00
Instructor: Andritta Bernstein
Capacity Remaining: 6
Schedule Details:
Dates: 8/19/2019 - 8/19/2019
Times: 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Sessions: 1
Days: M
Building: Arbutus Folk School
Room: Ceramic Studio
Open studio time is unstructured time for students to practice independently to enhance their abilities. Participants are required to have basic pottery or hand building skill level and will be able to use the studio to work independently. This registration is for hand building techniques only; our wheels are reserved for students currently enrolled in wheel throwing classes at Arbutus Folk School. Instruction is not included in open studio time, though a studio aide will be on hand to answer questions. It includes use of the ceramic studio, tools, and equipment. Additional clay and firing fees will apply.
A la carte fees (bring cash or check to class):
Clay: $10- $13 per 25 lb bag
Firing: Charge depends on volume of work being fired
Glazes included in firing fee
Students currently enrolled in classes pay only for open studio time and do not need to pay additional fees for glaze and firings to participate in the open studio.
Fee: $20.00
Instructor: Andritta Bernstein
Capacity Remaining: 6
Schedule Details:
Dates: 8/26/2019 - 8/26/2019
Times: 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Sessions: 1
Days: M
Building: Arbutus Folk School
Room: Ceramic Studio
Open studio time is unstructured time for students to practice independently to enhance their abilities. Participants are required to have basic pottery or hand building skill level and will be able to use the studio to work independently. This registration is for wheel throwing. Instruction is not included in open studio time, though a studio aide will be on hand to answer questions. It includes use of the ceramic studio, tools, and equipment. Additional clay and firing fees will apply.
A la carte fees (bring cash or check to class):
Clay: $10- $13 per 25 lb bag
Firing: Charge depends on volume of work being fired
Glazes included in firing fee
Students currently enrolled in classes pay only for open studio time and do not need to pay additional fees for glaze and firings to participate in the open studio.
Fee: $20.00
Instructor: Andritta Bernstein
Capacity Remaining: 8
Schedule Details:
Dates: 7/29/2019 - 7/29/2019
Times: 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Sessions: 1
Days: M
Building: Arbutus Folk School
Room: Ceramic Studio
Open studio time is unstructured time for students to practice independently to enhance their abilities. Participants are required to have basic pottery or hand building skill level and will be able to use the studio to work independently. This registration is for wheel throwing. Instruction is not included in open studio time, though a studio aide will be on hand to answer questions. It includes use of the ceramic studio, tools, and equipment. Additional clay and firing fees will apply.
A la carte fees (bring cash or check to class):
Clay: $10- $13 per 25 lb bag
Firing: Charge depends on volume of work being fired
Glazes included in firing fee
Students currently enrolled in classes pay only for open studio time and do not need to pay additional fees for glaze and firings to participate in the open studio.
Fee: $20.00
Instructor: Andritta Bernstein
Capacity Remaining: 8
Schedule Details:
Dates: 8/5/2019 - 8/5/2019
Times: 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Sessions: 1
Days: M
Building: Arbutus Folk School
Room: Ceramic Studio
Open studio time is unstructured time for students to practice independently to enhance their abilities. Participants are required to have basic pottery or hand building skill level and will be able to use the studio to work independently. This registration is for wheel throwing. Instruction is not included in open studio time, though a studio aide will be on hand to answer questions. It includes use of the ceramic studio, tools, and equipment. Additional clay and firing fees will apply.
A la carte fees (bring cash or check to class):
Clay: $10- $13 per 25 lb bag
Firing: Charge depends on volume of work being fired
Glazes included in firing fee
Students currently enrolled in classes pay only for open studio time and do not need to pay additional fees for glaze and firings to participate in the open studio.
Fee: $20.00
Instructor: Andritta Bernstein
Capacity Remaining: 8
Schedule Details:
Dates: 8/19/2019 - 8/19/2019
Times: 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Sessions: 1
Days: M
Building: Arbutus Folk School
Room: Ceramic Studio
Open studio time is unstructured time for students to practice independently to enhance their abilities. Participants are required to have basic pottery or hand building skill level and will be able to use the studio to work independently. This registration is for wheel throwing. Instruction is not included in open studio time, though a studio aide will be on hand to answer questions. It includes use of the ceramic studio, tools, and equipment. Additional clay and firing fees will apply.
A la carte fees (bring cash or check to class):
Clay: $10- $13 per 25 lb bag
Firing: Charge depends on volume of work being fired
Glazes included in firing fee
Students currently enrolled in classes pay only for open studio time and do not need to pay additional fees for glaze and firings to participate in the open studio.
Fee: $20.00
Instructor: Andritta Bernstein
Capacity Remaining: 8
Schedule Details:
Dates: 8/26/2019 - 8/26/2019
Times: 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Sessions: 1
Days: M
Building: Arbutus Folk School
Room: Ceramic Studio
Registration closes 4 days before the first day of class
This class is for those of you that have at least some embroidery experience and want to (a) add some new stitches to your knowledge and/or (b) brush up on the ones you know. We will do a quick review of stem stitch, french knots, fly stitch, blanket stitch, and any you feel you would like to review.
We will quickly move to additional stitches including the coral stitch, cretan stitch, herringbone, and whipped spider stitch. In addition, we will begin discussion and practice on Satin Stitch (and Long-and-short, time allowing). While this stitch strikes fear into many embroiderers, I have many tips and techniques that will get you on the road to success! And there is no substitute for practice, so get started now!
With this group of stitches, you can tackle just about embroidery project out there! During class we will try and talk about different aspects of embroidery - threads, needles, designs, fabrics, and transfer techniques. I'm here to teach and you will be encouraged to tell me what you want to learn.
Students Should Bring: 5" screw-type embroidery hoop, & small embroidery scissors. Bring $7.00 to pay instructor directly for materials kit. (You may purchase a good quality 5" embroidery hoop for an additional $7.00)
Fee: $56.00
Instructor: Roberta "Bobbi" Chase
Capacity Remaining: 7
Schedule Details: Saturday August 3rd & 10th from 10 am to 12 pm.
Dates: 8/3/2019 - 8/10/2019
Times: 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Sessions: 2
Days: Sa
Building: Arbutus Folk School
Room: Front Classroom
Registration closes 4 days before the first day of class
This class will involve embroidering on a pre-hemstitched linen handkerchief with silk threads and adding a lace edging (if you wish). The hankie would make a very nice personalized gift.
There are some extra considerations to be addressed when embroidering on the corner of a handkerchief: how to get it in your hoop, caring about how the back looks, and transferring
the design. We will be using a simple initial - accomplished with shadow work, which will be taught in class - and a bit more of embroidered decoration added.
This work is smaller than those in my previous embroidery classes. If you feel you need a bit of magnification, please bring it with you.
Students Should Bring: 5"-6" screw-type embroidery hoop, small scissors, and $17.00 for the kit fee which includes the hankie, threads, lace.
Fee: $42.00
Instructor: Roberta "Bobbi" Chase
Capacity Remaining: 7
Schedule Details: Sunday August 25th from 10 am to 1 pm
Dates: 8/25/2019 - 8/25/2019
Times: 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Sessions: 1
Days: Su
Building: Arbutus Folk School
Room: Front Classroom
Arbutus is hosting an "Embroidery Circle" for those who want to meet up with other stitchers in the community. We meet on a Sunday each month for 2 hours, from 10:30am -12:30 pm. If you have questions, need guidance, or just want to come share - this is the group for you! All levels of experience are welcomed! While the group will have a knowledgeable "guide," we will all learn from each other! Bring in your ideas and projects: let's talk Embroidery!! There is a minimal charge of $5 for each session to help with Arbutus overhead.
Drop-ins are welcomed as space allows. However, we strongly recommend registering in advance: if there are no advance registrations, that month will be cancelled. Also, space is guaranteed for those who register in advance.
Fee: $5.00
Instructor: Roberta "Bobbi" Chase
Capacity Remaining: 9
Schedule Details:
Dates: 8/11/2019 - 8/11/2019
Times: 10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
Sessions: 1
Days: Su
Building: Arbutus Folk School
Room: Front Classroom
Arbutus is hosting an "Embroidery Circle" for those who want to meet up with other stitchers in the community. We meet on a Sunday each month for 2 hours, from 10:30am -12:30 pm. If you have questions, need guidance, or just want to come share - this is the group for you! All levels of experience are welcomed! While the group will have a knowledgeable "guide," we will all learn from each other! Bring in your ideas and projects: let's talk Embroidery!! There is a minimal charge of $5 for each session to help with Arbutus overhead.
Drop-ins are welcomed as space allows. However, we strongly recommend registering in advance: if there are no advance registrations, that month will be cancelled. Also, space is guaranteed for those who register in advance.
Fee: $5.00
Instructor: Roberta "Bobbi" Chase
Capacity Remaining: 10
Schedule Details:
Dates: 9/15/2019 - 9/15/2019
Times: 10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
Sessions: 1
Days: Su
Building: Arbutus Folk School
Room: Front Classroom
1 Day Workshop
This class will help intermediate knitters through the technique and process of knitting two socks at a time, from the toe up. Students will learn how to calculate pattern sizes, and will be provided with a customizable sock pattern that can be adjusted to fit perfectly. A variety of techniques will be covered that students may utilize as they work: Toe up, Judy's magic cast on, knitting in the round using magic loop, knitting two socks at a time for exact matching for length, Fleegle heel, Knit/purl rib and a stretchy bind off. This class is designed for those with a basic ability to knit, who are interested in the joy of knitting socks!
Student Requirements: Know how to knit and purl. Yarn - usually 1 pair of socks takes 100 grams for sock weight/fingering more for DK or worsted. 32' circular needles appropriate for the yarn weight. Students will need to knit a gauge swatch prior to class using their selected yarn and needles in order to calculate cast on stitches and overall stitch count.
Fee: $42.00
Instructor: Candace Wood
Capacity Remaining: 5
Schedule Details:
Dates: 8/24/2019 - 8/24/2019
Times: 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Sessions: 1
Days: Sa
Building: Arbutus Folk School
Room: Front Classroom
Cast leaves into a stepping stone! Bring your favorite leaves from your garden or use our collection of leaves. This class uses concrete which is suitable for outdoor use. Each student will make their own unique garden treasure to take home.
Open to ages 12+
Fee: $39.00
Instructor: Beth Neff
Capacity Remaining: 12
Schedule Details: Wednesday, August 21, 2019: 6 PM - 8 PM
Dates: 8/21/2019 - 8/21/2019
Times: 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Sessions: 1
Days: W
Building: Arbutus Folk School
Room: Ceramic Studio
Learn the basic skills to make your own garden fairy door! This class uses PalTiya, a cement product that can be sculpted like clay and when cured can be used outside.
Open to ages 12+
Fee: $38.00
Instructor: Beth Neff
Capacity Remaining: 12
Schedule Details: Sunday, August 18, 2019: 9 AM - 11 AM
Dates: 8/18/2019 - 8/18/2019
Times: 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Sessions: 1
Days: Su
Building: Arbutus Folk School
Room: Ceramic Studio
We're all involved with making something of value, things that are useful and beautiful. We're all proud of our work and need to photograph it so that others can appreciate it as well. Maybe we're entering a juried show or selling our work on the Internet. Maybe we're going to give our work away and want to keep a record of it for posterity or maybe we just want to post pictures on the Internet for friends, family and followers. Regardless of our reason, we'd like to show our work to best advantage. Often, however, our photographic efforts don't live up to our expectations.
If this is true of you, this is the class for you!
We will present simple, affordable techniques to improve your photography so that you can make your work look as good as it should and we'll do this with a minimum of technical/photo jargon and equipment.
The first half of the class will be presentations and discussion followed by a lunch break. The second half of the class will be devoted to demonstrations using your artwork if you wish to bring it.
This class is intended for any and all artists and crafts people. If you can make it you can photograph it!
Fee: $50.00
Instructor: Terry Liberty
Capacity Remaining: 7
Schedule Details: The first half of the class will be presentations and discussion followed by a lunch break. The second half of the class will be devoted to demonstrations using your artwork if you wish to bring it.
Dates: 8/17/2019 - 8/17/2019
Times: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Sessions: 1
Days: Sa
Building: Arbutus Folk School
Room: Woodshop
Each month on the first & third Friday from 6 pm -8 pm, Arbutus offers an informal 2 hour "Play with Clay" class. There will always be a guided theme project. However, experienced students are encouraged to design their own projects, working with the instructor to tailor the project to this short timeline. Students will glaze and fire their projects at the second class. $48 class fee includes clay, glaze and firing. This class is intended for adults. Wine is available for purchase.
In August, join us to make berry bowlst!
REGISTRATION CLOSES 2 DAYS IN ADVANCE OF CLASS
Fee: $48.00
Instructor: Nicole Gugliotti
Capacity Remaining: 9
Schedule Details: Friday August 2nd & Friday August 16th from 6-8 pm
Dates: 8/2/2019 - 8/16/2019
Times: 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Sessions: 2
Days: F
Building: Arbutus Folk School
Room: Ceramic Studio
Each month on the first & third Friday from 6 pm -8 pm, Arbutus offers an informal 2 hour "Play with Clay" class. There will always be a guided theme project. However, experienced students are encouraged to design their own projects, working with the instructor to tailor the project to this short timeline. Students will glaze and fire their projects at the second class. $48 class fee includes clay, glaze and firing. This class is intended for adults. Wine is available for purchase.
In August, join us to make berry bowlst!
REGISTRATION CLOSES 2 DAYS IN ADVANCE OF CLASS
Fee: $48.00
Instructor: Nicole Gugliotti
Capacity Remaining: 8
Schedule Details: Friday September 6th & 20th from 6 to 8 pm.
Dates: 9/6/2019 - 9/20/2019
Times: 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Sessions: 2
Days: F
Building: Arbutus Folk School
Room: Ceramic Studio
Registration closes 2 weeks before class. Please bring $30 at beginning of class to pay instructor for materials.
Bows have been used in many ways including: survival (both food gathering and protection), sport and meditation, and spiritual practice (Zen meditation). This class is a continuation of these ancient practices. You will learn the skills to build a long bow, how to choose the wood, the tools needed and their use, how to finish the wood, and make strings. By Sunday, the bow will be ready to shoot. You will be taught the "instinctive" shooting method. You will leave the class with a finished bow, one arrow, and enough understanding to be able to build a bow on your own.
Youth welcome! Parents must be sure the youth is capable of the work and prepared to stay during class.
Fee: $196.00
Instructor: Peter Yencken
Capacity Remaining: 9
Schedule Details:
Dates: 9/14/2019 - 9/15/2019
Times: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Sessions: 2
Days: Su Sa
Building: Arbutus Folk School
Room: Ceramic Studio
Registration closes 2 weeks before class starts. Please bring $35 at the start of class to pay the instructor for materials.
Wool is the most amazing fiber! Using only water and soap processing, it can be spun into yarn for knitting or the roving can be used for felting. In this class we will use roving and hot soapy water and add friction to create felt boots. This is the wet felting method using a resist. These boots are made to fit perfectly to your own feet. We will put a sole on them if you want to use them outside. They are great for winter use inside and outside.
Youth welcome! Parents need to be sure the youth is capable of the work and prepared to stay during class.
Fee: $238.00
Instructor: Peter Yencken
Capacity Remaining: 10
Schedule Details: Friday, September 13 - 6:00 to 9:00 pm, Saturday and Sunday, September 14 and 15 - 9:00 am to 5:00 pm
Dates: 9/13/2019 - 9/15/2019
Times: 6:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Sessions: 3
Days: Su F Sa
Building: Arbutus Folk School
Room: Ceramic Studio
Come meet your fellow crafters as we knit and purl! Ask other community members for advice, show off your latest project, or just enjoy the sound of needles as we work together.
$5 Suggested Donation
Fee: $0.00
Instructor:
Capacity Remaining: 11
Schedule Details:
Dates: 7/28/2019 - 7/28/2019
Times: 10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
Sessions: 1
Days: Su
Building: Arbutus Folk School
Room:
Learn the basics of sculpting with soapstone in a two hour introductory class great for both kids and adults. The class will be held at the Tenino Stone Carvers Shed in downtown Tenino, WA. See the history of this famous "Stone City" come alive inside the Shed. Students will carve their choice of animal: Wolf, Bear, Orca, Eagle, Turtle, or Cat. Sculptures stand 3" tall and will be carved, sanded, polished and waxed within the 2 hour class. The process uses files and water to eliminate dust or the need for eye/lung protection. Soapstone is a soft and colorful stone that is quick and easy for beginners to shape. Great class for kids ages 9 to 99.
Fee: $40.00
Instructor: Ed Salerno
Capacity Remaining: 4
Schedule Details:
Dates: 8/3/2019 - 8/3/2019
Times: 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Sessions: 1
Days: Sa
Building: Tenino Stonecarving Shed
Room:
In this class students will bring in an old hammer or hatchet in need of a new handle. Each student will be provided with a new hard wood handle blank, with which they will outline their new handle shape, cut it out roughly on the band saw, and refine the shape and fit with hand tools. This course does not include restoration of the tool head, but options will be discussed.
Students need to bring a hammer or hatchet head, with or without old handle.
Fee: $64.00
Instructor: Francis Fong
Capacity Remaining: 6
Schedule Details:
Dates: 8/4/2019 - 8/4/2019
Times: 10:00 AM - 2:30 PM
Sessions: 1
Days: Su
Building: Arbutus Folk School
Room: Woodshop
Have you ever wanted to try wheel throwing but you're not sure if you're ready to commit to a 6-week class? This is an opportunity to spend a couple of hours throwing to see if you like it. Demonstrations in centering and throwing basic forms will be given and students will have time to try it out to see if they like it. There will be no trimming, glazing or finishing of pieces.
Fee: $46.00
Instructor: Andritta Bernstein
Capacity Remaining: 8
Schedule Details: Sunday 10 am to 12:30 pm
Dates: 8/11/2019 - 8/11/2019
Times: 10:00 AM - 12:30 PM
Sessions: 1
Days: Su
Building: Arbutus Folk School
Room: Ceramic Studio
This course is focused on developing a basic understanding of wooden boatbuilding by constructing a small wooden rowboat (no plywood or glue). I believe the skills learned in this class are useful to anyone who has an interest in woodworking, art, or construction. Throughout the course there will be a variety of demonstrations helping the students prepare for the next step. Working together as a team, the boat will be assembled with near perfect joinery to keep it afloat. Skills acquired will also include basic hand tool use/maintenance, bending wood, making oars, and pattern making. No experience is necessary, but students must be prepared to work diligently to improve hand skills and develop an eye for craftsmanship.
The class will collaborate to build one small rowboat.
Fee: $784.00
Instructor: Ben Kahn
Capacity Remaining: 7
Schedule Details: 8 days, August 21-28, 9:00 am to 5:00 pm
Dates: 8/21/2019 - 8/28/2019
Times: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Sessions: 8
Days: Su D Sa
Building: Arbutus Folk School
Room: Woodshop
Come meet your fellow crafters as we knit and purl! Ask other community members for advice, show off your latest project, or just enjoy the sound of needles as we work together.
$5 Suggested Donation
Fee: $0.00
Instructor:
Capacity Remaining: 12
Schedule Details:
Dates: 8/25/2019 - 8/25/2019
Times: 10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
Sessions: 1
Days: Su
Building: Arbutus Folk School
Room:
In this class students will learn some fundamental skills of hand tool woodworking through constructing a small dovetail box. On the first day students will learn how to use basic layout tool and will cut a practice dovetail joint. The following days will be committed to cutting joinery, making a simple lid, and applying a finish. Students will become familiar with hand saws, chisels, marking tools, and simple maneuvers on a router table.
Fee: $194.00
Instructor: Francis Fong
Capacity Remaining: 3
Schedule Details: Fri 9/6, 6-9 pm; Sat 9/7, 10am-3:30pm; & Sun 9/8, 10am-3:30pm.
Dates: 9/6/2019 - 9/8/2019
Times: 10:00 AM - 3:30 PM
Sessions: 3
Days: Su F Sa
Building: Arbutus Folk School
Room: Woodshop
I believe that throwing clay on a potter's wheel is a beautiful practical science rather than an art. I also believe that pottery is a moving meditation with creative and functional benefits. Please join me to explore these ideas on the wheel! In this beginner through advanced pottery class, my aim is to help each student understand and master the physics of clay on the wheel. Together we will discover the effects of momentum, water and pressure on clay bodies. Each student will develop and strengthen their ability to center and throw clay in the 1-3 pound range. We will also focus on drying, trimming and finishing techniques with an emphasis on similitude and smoothness. We will glaze our works with similar motivations. I am sure you will complete this class with your best ceramic work and artistic mindset.
Student must be 14 years of age or older.
Fee: $280.00
Instructor: Mike Cummins
Capacity Remaining: 8
Schedule Details: Tuesday eves 6-9 pm
Dates: 9/17/2019 - 10/22/2019
Times: 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Sessions: 6
Days: Tu
Building: Arbutus Folk School
Room: Ceramic Studio
I believe that throwing clay on a potter's wheel is a beautiful practical science rather than an art. I also believe that pottery is a moving meditation with creative and functional benefits. Please join me to explore these ideas on the wheel! In this beginner through advanced pottery class, my aim is to help each student understand and master the physics of clay on the wheel. Together we will discover the effects of momentum, water and pressure on clay bodies. Each student will develop and strengthen their ability to center and throw clay in the 1-3 pound range. We will also focus on drying, trimming and finishing techniques with an emphasis on similitude and smoothness. We will glaze our works with similar motivations. I am sure you will complete this class with your best ceramic work and artistic mindset.
Student must be 14 years of age or older.
Fee: $280.00
Instructor: Mike Cummins
Capacity Remaining: 8
Schedule Details: Thursday eves 6-9 pm
Dates: 9/19/2019 - 10/24/2019
Times: 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Sessions: 6
Days: Th
Building: Arbutus Folk School
Room: Ceramic Studio
Students must be 18 years of age or older.
In this class students will learn the fundamentals of hand tool woodworking through constructing a hardwood tool tote. On the first day students will learn how to use basic layout tools and will cut a practice dovetail joint. The following days will be committed to constructing the tote body and handle. Tools learned will include hand saws, chisels, layout tools, hand planes, and some limited machine work. Joinery techniques will include dovetails and wedged, through mortise and tenons. If students finish their tote early, they can make a small tray to accompany the tote. We may not apply finishes in this course but finish options will be discussed. All materials will be provided by the instructor.
Fee: $389.00
Instructor: Francis Fong
Capacity Remaining: 5
Schedule Details: Sept 20, 6-9 pm; Sept 21 & 22, 10am-3:30pm; Sept 27 6-9pm; Sept 28 & 29 10am-3:30pm
Dates: 9/20/2019 - 9/29/2019
Times: 10:00 AM - 3:30 PM
Sessions: 6
Days: Su F Sa
Building: Arbutus Folk School
Room: Woodshop
Learn the basics of sculpting with soapstone in a two hour introductory class great for both kids and adults. The class will be held at the Tenino Stone Carvers Shed in downtown Tenino, WA. See the history of this famous "Stone City" come alive inside the Shed. Students will carve their choice of animal: Wolf, Bear, Orca, Eagle, Turtle, or Cat. Sculptures stand 3" tall and will be carved, sanded, polished and waxed within the 2 hour class. The process uses files and water to eliminate dust or the need for eye/lung protection. Soapstone is a soft and colorful stone that is quick and easy for beginners to shape. Great class for kids ages 9 to 99.
Fee: $40.00
Instructor: Ed Salerno
Capacity Remaining: 8
Schedule Details:
Dates: 9/21/2019 - 9/21/2019
Times: 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Sessions: 1
Days: Sa
Building: Tenino Stonecarving Shed
Room:
In this class, students will learn basic weaving techniques using both stick and boat shuttles on pre-warped looms. They will also learn the parts of a loom and how they work, weaving language, how to read weaving drafts, wind a bobbin and stick shuttle, throw a shuttle, maintain an even weaving beat, keep neat selvedges and finish their completed projects. Students will take home a minimum of 4 completed handwoven pieces.
Fee: $226.00
Instructor: Marjorie Erickson
Capacity Remaining: 5
Schedule Details:
Dates: 9/28/2019 - 9/29/2019
Times: 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Sessions: 2
Days: Su Sa
Building: Arbutus Folk School
Room: Weaving Loft (upstairs)
Come meet your fellow crafters as we knit and purl! Ask other community members for advice, show off your latest project, or just enjoy the sound of needles as we work together.
$5 Suggested Donation
Fee: $0.00
Instructor:
Capacity Remaining: 12
Schedule Details:
Dates: 9/29/2019 - 9/29/2019
Times: 10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
Sessions: 1
Days: Su
Building: Arbutus Folk School
Room:
REGISTRATION FOR THIS CLASS IS CLOSED.
Skill Requirement: Previous ceramic experience and familiarity with Arbutus studio required.
Ages 18 and older
This class is created for people who are familiar with the Arbutus ceramic studio, know how to work with clay and would like to create their own project with the guidance and support of an instructor.
Please bring your ceramic skills and your ideas for a project
- anything you have always wanted to make and anything that makes your heart sing! Mike will encourage and guide students working on independent projects using the wheel, handbuilding and/or tile techniques. Students may experiment with glazes and underglazes to color, define and beautify your work.
This class does not include clay or firing fees as every project will be different. Please expect to purchase clay and kiln firing fees in class, similar to our open studio model.
Clay: $10- $13 per 25 lb bag,
Firing: Charge depends on dimensions of work being fired
Glazes: included in firing fee
This is a great opportunity to make a ceramic project of your own including a mosaic tile backsplash for your kitchen or bathroom, tile a tabletop, make your own set of dishes or whatever you’d like to accomplish with the support of an instructor.
Please bring drawings, ideas and hopes for a project you would like to create.
Fee: $210.00
Instructor: Mike Cummins
Capacity Remaining: 12
Dates: 7/17/2019 - 8/14/2019
Times: 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Sessions: 5
Days: W
Building: Arbutus Folk School
Room: Ceramic Studio
Five Week Version
Wednesdays from 6-9 pm, July 17 through August 14.
REGISTRATION FOR THIS CLASS IS CLOSED. Open studio time is unstructured time for students to practice independently to enhance their abilities. Participants are required to have basic pottery or hand building skill level and will be able to use the studio to work independently. This registration is for wheel throwing. Instruction is not included in open studio time, though a studio aide will be on hand to answer questions. It includes use of the ceramic studio, tools, and equipment. Additional clay and firing fees will apply.
A la carte fees (bring cash or check to class):
Clay: $10- $13 per 25 lb bag
Firing: Charge depends on volume of work being fired
Glazes included in firing fee
Students currently enrolled in classes pay only for open studio time and do not need to pay additional fees for glaze and firings to participate in the open studio.
Fee: $20.00
Instructor: Andritta Bernstein
Capacity Remaining: 8
Dates: 7/22/2019 - 7/22/2019
Times: 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Sessions: 1
Days: M
Building: Arbutus Folk School
Room: Ceramic Studio
REGISTRATION FOR THIS CLASS IS CLOSED.
One of the most useful and historically the most common ways of recycling used clothing is to weave rag rugs with it. Sturdy rugs to cover our floors and decorate our homes. This class is designed so that students can recycle some of the clothing they haven't quite been able to give away. Day one will have us preparing for weaving on Day two. We'll cut our "saved" clothing into strips, roll them into balls and get ourselves ready to weave our rag rugs. Students will bring CLEAN, freshly laundered and unwrinkled clothes, ready to be cut up. These can be blue jeans, T-shirts, sweatshirts, dresses, shirts, pajamas, etc. They just need to be ALL the same kind of fabric. If using jeans, it all has to be jean-type cloth. If using finer cloth (like shirt/blouse/dress fabric), it all has to be finer cloth. The same with T-shirts. It all has to be T-shirt type cloth. How much?? Pants--4-5, Shirts--7-10. Day two will be dedicated to weaving our fabulous rag rugs.
Fee: $206.00
Instructor: Marjorie Erickson
Capacity Remaining: 2
Dates: 8/3/2019 - 8/4/2019
Times: 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Sessions: 2
Days: Su Sa
Building: Arbutus Folk School
Room: Weaving Loft (upstairs)
REGISTRATION FOR THIS CLASS IS CLOSED. This is a beginning class offered by Tenino's living stonecarving legend, Keith Phillips. Class takes place at the carving shed in Tenino, 12 miles south of Olympia. Address is 147 Olympia St N, Tenino, WA 98589.
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Tenino is the home of three sandstone quarries which have been a vital source of industry and craft for over a century. This industry centered on architectural structural stone which included artistic, carved ornamentation. Many historically significant buildings and sculptures on the west coast, are carved of Tenino sandstone, including the old courthouse across from the capitol as well as the old Federal building in Olympia, WA. Tenino has maintained its stonecarving tradition - this class is a unique opportunity to learn from one of the masters.
For those who are interested in working with Tenino sandstone we offer a 4-day workshop that covers the basics of carving with mallet and chisel. Students are encouraged to design their own project for a 12"x8" block of Tenino sandstone and may include letter carving or decorative relief. Students, as beginners, should start with plain and simple uncomplicated bas-relief designs. This class also includes a field trip to the Hercules #1 Quarry and the Tenino Depot Museum. The workshop will take place on 4 consecutive Saturdays from 10am - 2 pm at the Shed in downtown Tenino. Bring comfortable shoes and, depending on the season, dress for possibly cold weather as the Shed is an unheated workshop with large open doors. Safety equipment is provided. Street parking and nearby restrooms are available. This class is instructed by Tenino Stone Carver Keith Phillips.
Fee: $250.00
Instructor: Keith Phillips
Capacity Remaining: 1
Dates: 8/3/2019 - 8/24/2019
Times: 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Sessions: 4
Days: Sa
Building: Tenino Stonecarving Shed
Room:
Please note, class takes place at the Tenino carving shed: 147 Olympia St N, Tenino, WA 98589
