Crafts & Skills   

Calling all seasoned Canasta enthusiasts! Join us for a lively and social play session where experienced players can connect, sharpen their skills, and enjoy a fun-filled game in great company. This is a fantastic opportunity to meet new friends, expand your playing circle, and immerse yourself in the joy of Canasta. Please bring a couple of decks of cards and any card spinners or holders you have. We look forward to an engaging and enjoyable gathering! No discounts. or waivers.

This course is for students who have completed "Sewing for the Absolute Beginner" and/or for those who have some basic sewing skills and are comfortable using a sewing machine.
Students will learn how to use a bias tape, sew in a sleeve, neckline facing, darts, two kinds of zippers - regular and invisible, a patch pocket, and buttonholes/ buttons.Samples made will be kept for future reference. Sewing machines are provided or you can bring your own. Some sewing supplies are provided by the instructor. A list of supplies will be given at the first class.
 

Calling all experienced Mah Jongg enthusiasts! Join us for a delightful community-building play session where experienced players can come together for a fun-filled time. Seasoned players will have the opportunity to meet new friends and expand their circle. Don't forget to bring along your sets and/or 2024 or 2025 cards if you have them available—it's sure to be an enjoyable gathering! Registration is required. No discounts. or waivers

Are you missing the thrill and creative expression of processing film and printing your photographs? Open Darkroom will provide you with the equipment and space to do it all. Enlargers for 35mm to 4x5 format are available. We will have basic chemistry for film, paper, and some for toning. Bring your negatives and paper. Class size is limited to maintain safe social distancing within the darkroom space.

Open to intermediate students and above. Bring your ideas of what you would like to create in this hands-on open studio-style class. You will spend one-on-one time with Laurie as she helps you advance your skill set as you navigate from an idea to project completion.  Students should bring the materials they intend to use, such as metal, stones, and any preferred hand tools.
Prerequisites: Students enrolled in this class should have completed at least 3 Beginner level classes in Metalsmithing technique and/or possess basic silversmithing skills such as soldering, sawing, flex shaft use, sanding/polishing, and be able to work safely with basic shop tools and equipment.  Students must also be able to work independently between instructor consultations.

Even in this fast, electronic age, it is amazingly satisfying to develop your pictures in a classic black-and-white photography darkroom. This course will teach the fundamentals of photography, and for returning students, use of the darkroom with guidance. We will review proper film exposure, development, and printing. Students will gain darkroom experience and increased understanding to produce pictures of high quality that are appreciated in person. This course is for beginners and students with some darkroom experience who would like guidance in producing exquisite prints. Students assume the cost of film, paper, and incidentals. Approximate cost, $40-$50.

Even in this fast, electronic age, it is amazingly satisfying to develop your pictures in a classic black-and-white photography darkroom. This course will teach the fundamentals of photography, and for returning students, use of the darkroom with guidance. We will review proper film exposure, development, and printing. Students will gain darkroom experience and increased understanding to produce pictures of high quality that are appreciated in person. This course is for beginners and students with some darkroom experience who would like guidance in producing exquisite prints. Students assume the cost of film, paper, and incidentals. Approximate cost, $40-$50.

Even in this fast, electronic age, it is amazingly satisfying to develop your pictures in a classic black-and-white photography darkroom. This course will teach the fundamentals of photography, and for returning students, use of the darkroom with guidance. We will review proper film exposure, development, and printing. Students will gain darkroom experience and increased understanding to produce pictures of high quality that are appreciated in person. This course is for beginners and students with some darkroom experience who would like guidance in producing exquisite prints. Students assume the cost of film, paper, and incidentals. Approximate cost, $40-$50.

Section 01 is designed for beginning students who are interested in a survey of ceramic techniques. You will learn a variety of hand-building methods, while also being introduced to the pottery wheel. Our guided projects will range from functional objects to whimsical sculptures. You'll learn about applying dozens of decorative accents, and be given the freedom to explore your own self-expression.
In Section 02, for returning students or those with ceramics experience, the instructor will troubleshoot skills needing improvement, lead class exercises, demonstrate advanced techniques, and provide inspiration for further exploration. Final pieces may not be fired in time for the last session; students will be asked to pick up finished pieces at a later date. 
 

In this course, you will learn how to use a sewing machine while making your own pajama pants. We will cover textiles, sewing notions and tools, and how to determine your pattern size using a commercial sewing pattern. We will discuss all the needed supplies in the first class. Sewing machines are provided or bring your own.

 

This course brings together fine woodworking and traditional bookbinding through the construction of a Coptic book—a 4th-century Ethiopian binding style known for its wooden covers and elegant, exposed chain-stitch spine. The structure opens completely flat, making it ideal for sketchbooks, journals, or albums.
Students will explore creative techniques such as inlay, carving, or painting on their wooden covers. This is a great opportunity to make use of figured wood offcuts while learning foundational skills in bookbinding and surface embellishment.
The class covers preparing and finishing wood covers, drilling sewing holes, folding and assembling the text block, and sewing the chain-stitch spine and headbands.
A $45 materials fee is included in the class tuition.

Join us for a twice-weekly open shop class offering extended shop time over the summer. Advanced students will have the opportunity to work independently on new and existing projects, while graduates of framing and box making classes can further refine their skills. Instructor guidance will be available as needed. Participants are required to bring ear plugs and safety glasses. Suggested tools include a ruler, square, and pencil.
This class requires that you have attended a beginner workshop with Brookline Adult.

Section 01 is designed for beginning students who are interested in a survey of ceramic techniques. You will learn a variety of hand-building methods, while also being introduced to the pottery wheel. Our guided projects will range from functional objects to whimsical sculptures. You'll learn about applying dozens of decorative accents, and be given the freedom to explore your own self-expression. In Section 02, for returning students or those with ceramics experience, the instructor will troubleshoot skills needing improvement, lead class exercises, demonstrate advanced techniques, and provide inspiration for further exploration. Final pieces may not be fired in time for the last session; students will be asked to pick up finished pieces at a later date.