Class Descriptions

100-
Beginning and Intermediate
Floor Loom Weaving

Have fun learning to weave on a floor loom for personal use or for gifts. Beginners will learn the entire process of handweaving from the cone of yarn to finished cloth. In addition to weaving a project, you will create a notebook of samples for use in future projects. This class will assist you in working toward a clear understanding of the weaving process. Returning students will have the option of a project of their own choosing or the specific weaving technique of the quarter.  8 Weeks.

Instructors: Ann Doherty and Kay Guilmet  

Day: Wednesday
Time: 10 am - 12:30 pm
Dates: April 10 - June 5, 2013
June 19 - August 28, 2013 (no teacher 2 weeks TBD)

Tuition: $145 CHG members/$165 non-members
Supply Fee:  $20

101-
Weaving - Beginners Plus

Discover the art of floor-loom weaving in this beginning class. Play with yarn in the very first class as you learn the basic steps of dressing the loom. Then, throw the shuttle as you weave a sampler exploring a variety of techniques. Learn about project planning, fibers, patterns, color interaction, and fabric finishing. Woven fabric swatches and class discussions will help you plan pieces to create in future classes. Weavers with some experience may explore textures, colors, and designs of handwoven textiles with the help of the instructor. 8 Weeks.

Instructors: Elaine Bradley and Cindy Fox

Day: Tuesday
Time: 7 pm - 9:30 pm
Dates: April 9 - June 4, 2013 (includes makeup)

Tuition:  $145 CHG members/$165 non-members
Supply Fee:  $25

102-
Floor Loom Weaving–Introduction

This weekend class introduces the student to floor loom weaving. On Saturday, you choose your yarn and prepare the loom for weaving. Discussions and demonstrations focus on terminology, reading patterns, and basic project planning. On Sunday, after creating a sampler of loom-controlled and hand-manipulated weaves, you get scissors to cut your piece from the loom. Then, finish up the edges during the class wrap-up.  2 Days.

This class is approved for Georgia Department of Education PLU credit.

Instructors:  Elaine Bradley  and Dell Stinnett

Tuition:  $125 CHG members/$145 non-members
Supply Fee:  $25

104-
Novice Weekend:  Texture and Differential Shrinkage

Use fibers with different shrinkage characteristics to make a scarf with texture.  Includes a review of dressing the loom and basic weave technique. Your practice piece may become a purse or eyeglass case.  2 Days.

Prerequisite: Completion of Floor Loom Weaving – Introduction or permission of the instructor.

Instructor:  Elaine Bradleyand Dell Stinnett

Tuition:  $125 CHG members/$145 non-members
Supply Fee: Supply list provided after registration.
Supplies needed from student: Supply list provided after registration.

105-
Mug Rugs: Weaving Introduction

Weave colorful mug rugs while learning to weave on a floor loom. Learn to prepare the loom for weaving, then weave a few sets of mug rugs for yourself or for a gift. Discussions focus on equipment and basic project planning. No prior weaving experience is required. Expect to complete about a dozen mug rugs. This is a great opportunity to recycle. 2 Days.

This class is approved for Georgia Department of Education PLU credit

Instructors:  Elaine Bradley and Kathi Grupp

Day: Saturday and Sunday
Time: 9 am - 5 pm
Dates: June 8 - 9, 2013

Tuition:  $125 CHG member/$145 Non-member
Supply Fee:  $25
Supplies: Optional - fabric strips suitable for weaving. Supply list provided after registration.

107-
Weaving in the woods Beginning Floor Loom

This class takes place in Newnan, Georgia. In this class we will learn to wind a warp, dress a loom and weave a sampler of plain and twill weave and hand manipulated lace structures. A second warp will yield two kitchen towels in cotton. 8 Weeks.

Instructor:  Ann Lynn Whiteside

Tuition:  $145 CHG members/$165 non-members
Supply Fee:  $15
Supplies: Scissors, tape measure, Patience and a BIG smile

108-
Novice Weekend: Structure as Stripes

Novice classes are perfect for weavers who have just completed an introductory class. These classes include a review of dressing the loom and basic weaving technique. Practice your technique while learning how to use weave structure as stripe designs and then weave a scarf or table runner during this intensive weekend class. 2 Days.

Prerequisite: Completion of Floor Loom Weaving – Introduction or permission of the instructor.

Instructor:  Elaine Bradley  and Dell Stinnett

Tuition:  $125 CHG members/$145 non-members
Supplies: Supply list provided after registration.

110-
Novice Weekend: Summer & Winter Introduction

Novice classes are perfect for weavers who have just completed an introductory class or for weavers who want a taste of a new technique or weave structure. These classes include a review of dressing the loom and basic weaving technique. Practice weaving Summer & Winter, a classic two-tie weave with tremendous design possibilities, then weave a table runner during this intensive weekend class. Your practice piece may become a purse or eyeglass case. Level: Advanced Beginner. 2 Days.

Prerequisite: Completion of Floor Loom Weaving – Introduction (Class #102) or permission of the instructor.

Instructor:  Elaine Bradley and Dell Stinnett

Tuition:  $130 CHG members/$150 non-members
Supplies:  Supply list provided after registration

111-
Spring Break Weaving Intensive

Immerse yourself in a weaving experience in this intensive week-long class. Learn weaving fundamentals as you prepare a warp and dress your loom twice to create a sampler and a scarf in this session. Find out about the terminology, patterns and drafts, along with basic project planning through the class discussions and demonstrations. This course gives you the feel of a craft camp-- with no travel, and your evenings at home.

Prerequisite: None.

Instructor:  Elaine Bradley

Tuition:  $195 CHG members/$215 non-members
Supply Fee:  $40

112-
Floor Loom, 4 Days, 2 Structures, For Beginners and Beyond

Join us for 4 full days of weaving and complete 2 projects in the 4 days. Compressing an 8 week class into 4 days, beginners will learn the entire process of hand weaving from the cone of yarn to finished cloth. In addition to completing 2 projects, you will work on your notebook of samples. Continuing students will have the opportunity to try new structures. Included will be discussions about design, project planning, drafting and other topics TBD.

Prerequisite: None.

Instructor: Kay Guilmet & Ann Doherty

Time: 10am -- 5 pm, includes 1 hr for lunch & breaks
Dates: Wed & Thurs, March 27 & 28, 2013, and
Mon & Tues, April 1 & 2, 2013

Tuition:  $145 CHG member/$165 Non-member
Supply Fee:  Depends on project selected ($20)

200-
Continuing Weaving

Continuing students fine-tune their skills by studying a specific weave technique or designing and weaving a project with the help of the instructor. 8 Weeks.

Prerequisite: Must be able to warp a loom independently and be comfortable weaving from drafts.

Instructor:  Elaine Bradley

Day: Thursday
Time: 7 pm - 9:30 pm
Dates: April 11 - June 6, 2013 (includes make up)

Tuition:  $145 CHG members/$165 non-members
Supplies:  Student provides.

201-
Weaving Fabulous Cloth

Have you ever thought of entering a Convergence exhibit, but just didn't think you were quite ready? Have you ever wanted to enter the Convergence Fashion Show, but was just a little afraid that your work would not stand up? Do you have years of experience, been accepted into Convergence exhibits, but now want a little extra push to get to the next level? Maybe all you want is to have something to enter into our next juried exhibit. Well, now's the time to start working. This class will help you find inspiration for that next great piece, help you work through the steps for weaving what you have envisioned, and then push your idea even further. What this all means is that we will come to class with ideas, your design notebook, and then samples of your ideas. You will weave these samples on your loom during the week between classes based upon what you've learned and seen in class. The class time will be spent talking about our work and sharing thoughts with each other on what could make it better. We will provide a supportive environment where risk taking will hopefully go on everyday. Weavers of all levels of ability should find value in this approach.  8 Weeks.

Instructor:  Lynn Pollard

Tuition:  $100 CHG members/$120 non-members
Supplies:  Student provides.

202-
Weaving Special Studies

Weavers explore their own study topics with the help of the instructor.  Depending on your experience, expect to complete a table runner, scarf, or shawl during this class.  Discussions include project planning, fibers, different weaves, and color interaction.  8 Weeks.

Prerequisite: Completion of Floor Loom Weaving - Introduction (Class #102) or permission of the instructor.

Instructor:  Elaine Bradley and Cindy Fox

Day: Thursday
Time: 10:00am - 2:30pm
Dates: Jun. 13 - Aug 29, 2013

Tuition:  $145 CHG members/$165 non-members
Supplies:  Student provides

204-
Summer Weaving Open Studio

Continuing students study a specific weave technique or design and weave a project with the help of the instructor.  8 Weeks.

Prerequisite: Completion of Floor Loom Weaving - Introduction (Class #102) or permission of the Instructor.

Instructor:  Elaine Bradley

Day: Thursday
Time: 7:00pm - 9:30pm
Dates: Jun 20 - Aug. 22, 2013

Tuition:  $125 CHG members/$145 non-members
Supplies:  Student provides.

250-
Weave Drafting I: Starting with the Basics

Are you confused by the weave patterns and drafts you see in print or online? Do you wonder why the graph drawdown does not always show you how your fabric will look? Learn to read the recipe, and how the parts of a weave draft apply to your work at the loom. Then go beyond the recipe, learning how to make threading and treadling work for you. Suitable for beginning weavers, weavers needing a refresher, or "armchair" weavers who have been intrigued by drafts. 2 Weeks.

Prerequisite: None, but some familiarity with a loom may be helpful.

Instructor:  Elaine Bradley

Day: Wednesday
Time: 7:00pm - 9:30pm
Dates: April 17 and 24, 2013

Tuition:  $40 CHG member/$50 Non-member
Supplies:  Note taking supplies.

251-
Weave Drafting II: Building with Blocks

Increase your weave design potential by designing with blocks and profiles. Learn about the "short draft" shortcut and how to translate this profile to thread-by-thread for threading and treadling. Find out what weave structures are appropriate for this design potential, and jump start your weaving to the next level. 2 Weeks.

Prerequisite: Completion of #250 Weave Drafting I or equivalent experience. Although we will not weave in class, some experience with shaft loom weaving will be helpful.

Instructor:  Elaine Bradley

Day: Wednesday
Time: 7:00pm - 9:30pm
Dates: May 8 and 15, 2013

Tuition:  $40 CHG member/$50 Non-member
Supplies:  Note taking supplies.

252-
Weave Drafting III: Drafting Outside the Box

Once you can weave from a draft and understand the structure, learn more strategies to help you weave the cloth you want. This weave drafting class covers: turning a draft (how and why); adjusting a draft for the size of a specific project; reproducing a cloth when you do not already know the draft; plus more techniques to help you weave outside the box. 2 weeks.

Prerequisite: Completion of #250 Weave Drafting I or equivalent experience. Although we will not weave in class, some experience with shaft loom weaving will be helpful.

Instructor:  Elaine Bradley

Day: Wednesday
Time: 7:00pm - 9:30pm
Dates: May 29 and June 5, 2013

Tuition:  $40 CHG member/$50 Non-member
Supplies:  Note taking supplies.

300-
Starter Class: Learn to Weave

Learn to weave on a simple table-top rigid heddle loom. Complete a wool scarf, then learn fancy hand-manipulated techniques. This is a good introductory class if you have no weaving experience. There will be homework between classes.  2 Weeks.

This class is approved for Georgia Department of Education PLU credit.

Instructor:  Laura Klein

Day: Sunday
Time: 9 am - 4 pm
Dates: August 4 & 11, 2013

Tuition:  $90 CHG members/$100 non-members
Supply Fee:  $25

301-
Luxury Scarf in a Day – Weaving Introduction

Create a beautiful woven scarf in just a few hours. This introductory class will appeal to spinners, knitters, and crocheters who are interested in learning about weaving and to anyone wanting a taste of weaving. Using popular novelty yarns create a fun fashion accessory on a simple table-top rigid heddle loom.  1 Day.

Instructor:  Elaine Bradley

Tuition:  $65 CHG members/$75 non-members
Supplies:  Supply list provided after registration.

302-
Simple Weaving:  Continuing with Rigid Heddle - Colors and Textures

This class will appeal to Rigid Heddle weavers who are eager to experiment with combining a variety of colors and textures to fashion a unique fabric. Working with the help of the instructor, design and weave a project of your choice. Choose from textures and patterns, color-and-weave effects, stripes, and more. This class includes review of dressing the rigid heddle loom. Bring your own rigid heddle loom, or reserve a guild loom for a lab fee. Work at home between class sessions, with the instructor available for consultation via email. Students provide their own yarns. 3 classes.

Prerequisite: "Starter Class" or equivalent experience.

Instructor:  Elaine Bradley

Tuition:  $100 CHG members/$110 non-members
Supply Fee:  Supply list provided after registration.
Optional Lab Fee: $30
Supplies needed from student: Supply list provided after registration.

303-
Weaving With Knitting Yarns

Learn a quick and easy way to weave up your stash of knitting or handspun yarn and make a beautiful scarf in one day. You will warp and weave on a Cricket rigid heddle loom with both loom and yarns provided by the instructor. If you wish to purchase a loom after finding out how easy and fast it is you may do so at a discount. Limit of 4 students.  1 Day.

Instructor:  Dinah Rose

Tuition:  $65 CHG members/$75 non-members
Supply Fee:  $15

304-
Handwoven Transparencies

Learn to weave a transparency using linlay techniques. Project can be used for card enclosures or decorations to hang in a window or on a tree.   3 Weeks.

Instructor:  Dinah Rose

Tuition:  $90 CHG members/$100 non-members
Supply Fee:  $20

305-
Weaving a Rag Rug Runner or Purse

Learn how you can turn weaving into recycling. You will warp with cotton yarn and weave using a rag (cut fabric strips) weft. You can weave a table runner or make a purse with your woven fabric. You will warp and weave on a Cricket rigid heddle loom with the loom, yarns and fabric provided by the instructor. If you wish to purchase a loom after finding out how easy and fast it is you may do so at a discount. 1 Day.

Instructor:  Dinah Rose

Tuition:  $50 CHG members/$60 non-members
Supply Fee:  $20

306-
Rigid Heddle Weaving Weekend

Learn to dress a simple rigid heddle loom and complete a sampler of weaver-controlled techniques including open-work weaves, float weaves, and brocades. These one-of-a-kind textiles display timeless handmade qualities in our increasingly mechanized environment. This introductory class requires no previous weaving experience. 2 days This class is approved for Georgia Department of Education PLU credit.

Instructor: Elaine Bradley

Day: Saturday and Sunday
Time: 9 am - 5 pm
Dates: May 4 - 5, 2013

Tuition:  $115 CHG member/$135 Non-member
Supply Fee:  $25

401-
Taste of Tapestry

Ever looked at handwoven tapestries and wondered how they were done? You will learn some basic tapestry techniques while working on a sampler using a PVC pipe loom. You will have an opportunity after completing your sampler to design and weave your own tapestry.  8 Weeks.

Instructor:  Dinah Rose

Tuition:  $145 CHG members/$165 non-members
Supply Fee:  $25

402-
Taste of Tapestry II

Continue your exploration of tapestry techniques. We will talk about and weave samples/projects using techniques used in various different tapestry traditions as well as designing and weaving with eccentric weft. Students should have some tapestry weaving experience.  8 Weeks.

Instructor:  Dinah Rose

Tuition: $145 CHG members/$165 non-members
Supply Fee: $25

403-
Tapestry Refresher

12 hours to review basic skills and answer questions. We will begin with a review of warping a copper pipe frame and getting prepared for weaving. Then progress to working on basic meet and separate techniques, adding in, taking out, angles and curves. To keep everything consistent I will provide all materials for $15. You can bring your own frame, bobbins, scissors, beater, etc. and questions. If you don't have a copper pipe frame I will have a few. As the work progresses keep in mind this will be in preparation for Kathe Todd Hooker's workshop. Any questions I cannot answer will be recorded to ask at the workshop. 3 weeks

Instructor:  Nancy Dugger

Tuition: $150 CHG members/$170 non-members
Supply Fee: $15

404-
Tapestry Newcomers

We will be working on copper pipe frames to begin learning meet and separate tapestry techniques. You will warp the frame and weave a sampler. You will be allowed to take the frame home to work on through the week and return to class with questions. Instructor will provide frames, warp and weft materials.

Prerequisite: none

Instructor:  Nancy Dugger

Day: Monday
Date: June 10, 17, 24; July 8 & 15, 2013
Time: 7:00 - 9:30 pm

Tuition:  $110 CHG member/Non-member $ 130
Supply Fee: $25
Supplies needed from student: notebook or sketch book for taking notes, pencils, scissors, ruler, table fork or sturdy wide toothed comb, and bobbins if you have them.

405-
Tapestry Projects

We will warp the copper pipe frames with continuous warps to weave a sampler of techniques that you will use to create your own design on the same warp. Instructor will supply warp (seine twine), wool weft and copper pipe frames. Or you may use your own materials.

Instructor:  Nancy Dugger

Prerequisite: basic knowledge of meet and separate tapestry techniques

Tuition: $135 CHG member/ $155 non-member
Supply Fee: $25 if you use my warp and weft, $10 if you use your own materials.
Supplies needed from student: notebook for taking notes, sketch book and/or drawing paper, graph paper, colored papers, pencils, colored pencils, scissors, ruler, beater or table fork, bobbins and copper pipe frame if you have them. If you bring your own frame you will need 3 dowels at least ¾" in diameter about 2"-3" longer than the width of your frame.

450-
Beach Weaving - Frame Loom

Weave on a simple, portable frame loom. Carry it with you to weave mats, placemats, or wall hangings. Using a picture frame as a loom, you can create textiles using colors and textures. Learn to blend yarns for color and texture effects and to finish the edges appropriately. After you learn this technique, you can weave at the beach, in the mountains, almost anywhere!  8 Weeks.

Instructor:  Elaine Bradley

Tuition:  $70 CHG members/$80 non-members
Supply Fee:  Supply list provided after registration.

460-
Beach Weaving - Table Loom

Make loom-controlled patterns with a lever-controlled table loom. Attend the first three classes and then you will be able to weave at home as well as in class with the payment of a loom deposit. (If you use your own shaft table loom, deposit is waived.) After you learn this technique, you can weave at the beach, in the mountains, almost anywhere!  8 Weeks.

Instructors:  Elaine Bradley and Cindy Fox

Tuition:  $175 CHG members/$195 non-members (includes $50 refundable loom deposit)
Supply Fee:  $25

461-
Weaving Introduction – Weave it on the Table

This weekend class introduces the student to floor loom weaving on a lever-controlled table loom. On Saturday, prepare the loom for weaving and begin creating a sampler of loom-controlled and hand-manipulated weaves, On Sunday, you get scissors to cut your piece from the loom. Then, finish up the edges during the class wrap-up. Discussions and demonstrations focus on terminology, reading patterns, and basic project planning. 2 Days.

This class is approved for Georgia Department of Education PLU credit.

Instructors:  Elaine Bradley and Cindy Fox

Day: Saturday and Sunday
Time: 9 am - 5 pm
Date: July 13-14, 2013

Tuition: Member Tuition: $130/Non member tuition: $150
Supply Fee:  $25

501-
Inkle Weaving - Beginner and Beyond

Join us to have fun learning this simple, creative craft. Inkle bands can be used for bracelets, camera or guitar straps, dog collars or leashes, trims, belts, small purses ... Beginning students will learn to warp an inkle loom and weave a sampler. Students beyond beginners will learn to read and design a draft to use for their class project. Basics can be revisited as needed. 1 Day.

Prerequisite:  None.

Instructors:  Ann Doherty, Dianne Totten

Day:  Saturday or Thursday
Time: 10 am - 4 pm
Dates: May 25 or May 30, 2013
For additional dates - please contact if interested.

Tuition:  $50 CHG members/$60 non-members
Supply Fee:  $5

600-
Introduction to Card Weaving

Try a hands-on introduction to the ancient art of card weaving. Learn this fascinating form of weaving created by turning, flipping and rotating four-hole square cards to produce woven magic. Because of the speed warping technique, you will produce a complete sampler in just one class.  1 Day.

Instructor:  Susan Gilmurray

Tuition:  $30 CHG members/$40 non-members
Supply Fee:  $25
Supplies: Bring a pair of scissors.

601-
Looks Complicated Card Weaving

If you enjoyed "Introduction to Card Weaving" and want to learn more, this class is for you.  Besides turning, flipping and rotating, you will move cards between forward and backward packs to produce double-sided patterns.  In a second sampler, experiment with jumping cards over each other to create braids within the bands.  1 Day.

Instructor:  Susan Gilmurray

Tuition:  $30 CHG members/$40 non-members
Supplies:  Bring a pair of scissors and weaving supplies from the first class.

700-
Beginning Basket Weaving

Learn the ancient art form of basket weaving.  Explore the endless possibilities of creating your own woven vessels.  Students will practice basic skills of coiling, twining, and plaiting.  Students will design and weave a ribbed Appalachian Egg Basket.  Length varies, see Schedule.

Instructor:  Yvonne Dauria

Tuition:  $65 CHG members/$75 non-members
Supply Fee:  Approximately $20

701-
Beach Weaving – Underwater  Basket Weaving

Create woven vessels and sculptural forms using the fiber techniques of twining, weaving, and plaiting.  Expect to produce several basket forms while learning ancient techniques.  4 Weeks.

Instructor:  Elaine Bradley

Day: Tuesday
Time: 10:00am - 1:30pm
Dates: July 9 - 30, 2013

Tuition:  $100 CHG member/$120 non-member
Supply Fee:  Approximately $20

702-
Beginning and Intermediate Basket Weaving

Explore the ancient art of basket weaving. Experience the endless possibilities of creating your own woven vessels. Students will make two small baskets, including a Spoked Basket and a unique variation of an Appalachian Egg Basket. Students will practice basic skills of twining and plaiting. Beginning students will also practice creating a God’s Eye. Intermediate students will expand their basket weaving techniques by adding their own design variations to their projects while practicing new skills. Length varies, see Schedule.

Instructor:  Yvonne Dauria

Tuition:  $80 CHG members/$90 non-members
Supply Fee:  Approximately $20

703-
Basketry: Containers and Woven Vessels

Create containers, woven vessels, and sculptural forms using the fiber techniques of twining, weaving, plaiting, and more. Students will learn to transform natural and prepared materials into containers and structures. Expect to produce several functional and decorative basket forms while learning ancient and traditional techniques.  4 Weeks.

Instructor:  Elaine Bradley

Day: Tuesday
Time: 10am - 1:30pm
Dates: April 16 - May 14, 2013

Tuition: $80 CHG member/$90 Non-member
Supply Fee: Approximately $20
Supply List: Supply list provided after registration.

800-
Beautiful Braids: Kumihimo Introduction

Start your exploration of this ancient Japanese braiding technique in this introductory class. We will use portable braiding disks rather than the traditional braiding stand. Your braids can be used for trims, closings, ties, etc.  3 Weeks.

Instructor:  Elaine Bradley

Tuition:  $70 CHG members/$80 non-members
Supply Fee:  $20

801-
Beach Braiding

Start your exploration of Kumihimo, an ancient Japanese braiding technique, in this introductory class.  We will use portable braiding disks rather than the traditional braiding stand.  Your braids can be used for trims, closings, ties, etc.  After you learn this technique, you can braid at the beach, in the mountains, almost anywhere!  4 Weeks.

Instructor:  Elaine Bradley

Day: Monday
Time: 7:00pm - 9:30pm
Dates: July 22 - Aug 12,2013

Tuition:  $80 CHG member/$90 Non-member
Supply Fee:  Approximately $20

902-
Beginning Knitting

Join us to learn the basics of knitting while working on a set of cotton dish cloths.  Students will learn to knit and purl "continental style" with the yarn carried in the left hand, increasing, decreasing, and binding off along with a couple of different ways to cast on.  We'll work on a small sample that can be completed during class and then students will complete the full-size version during the week to show at the next class.  All materials will be provided by the instructor.  3 Weeks.

Instructor:  Dell Stinnett

Tuition:  $80 CHG members/$90 non-members
Supply Fee:  $15

921-
Hand Spinning: Un-Ply the Mystery of Hand-Made Yarns

Hand-spun yarn is beautiful. Hand spinning yarn is enjoyable and relaxing. Whether you weave, knit, crochet or embroider—whatever your medium—you'll be amazed at the many possibilities hand-spun yarns can contribute to your work. If you don't have a plan for your yarn, place a few skeins in a basket and admire your creations. Come be inspired! Learn to spin yarn using a spinning wheel and a hand spindle. We will spin many fibers including wool, silk, cotton, and flax (linen). We will learn about fiber selection, preparation, finishing and design. Please join us as we explore the ancient art and craft of hand spinning yarn. Everyone is welcome! No experience necessary. 2 Days.

Instructor:  Leslie Bronson

Tuition:  $100 CHG members/$120 non-members
Supply Fee:  $25

922-
Let's Get Twisted, Spinning for Beginners

Have you ever wondered where yarn comes from? Ever wanted to just try your hand at spinning? Here is your opportunity. We will begin with a discussion of fibers, and a brief history. Before lunch you will be carding and spinning on a drop spindle. Before the class ends you will have the chance to use a spinning wheel, and ply your hand spun. 1 Day.

Instructor:  Sandy Fields

Tuition: $50 CHG members/$60 non-members
Supply Fee: $15 (includes drop spindle)

923-
Cotton Spinning 102

Just in time for your summer spinning: Cotton! Put away your wool for the weekend and learn to spin the perfect warm-weather fiber. We'll card, spin and ply cotton yarns. Plus we'll spin different types of cotton, talk about cotton dyeing (chemical and natural), finishing and how to care for your beautiful handspun cotton yarns! Spinning cotton is a little different from spinning wool. It's not hard, just different. So, if you know the basics of spinning and are ready for spinning a short staple fiber, join us in Spinning 102: Cotton.

Prerequisite: Students should know how to spin. No cotton spinning experience necessary.

Instructor:  Leslie Bronson

Tuition:  $80 CHG members/$90 non-members
Supply Fee:  $10
Supplies: spinning wheel, (optional - cotton cards, ball winder, niddy nodd)

941-
Basic Bead Embroidery

Learn all about glass seed beads, thread, needles and backgrounds for stitching.  Practice several basic bead embroidery stitches including seed stitch, backstitch, couching, and fringe. Hear tips for using bead embroidery on your handwoven or commercial fabric or to embellish clothing or quilts. Instructor provides kit with beads, needle, thread, bead mat, and square of prepared designer fabric to stitch. 1 Day.

Instructor:  Molly Elkind

Tuition:  $40 CHG members/$50 non-members
Supply Fee:  $15 for kit

944-
Print-Bead-Quilt

We'll start with a brief overview of digital printing on fabric and review basic bead embroidery stitches including seed stitch, backstitch, and couching. Then you'll bead over and around a fabric photo that is the centerpiece of a small pieced art quilt. You'll get well underway on your piece and leave with the knowledge you need to finish up. 1 Day.

Prerequisite: Completion of Basic Bead Embroidery (Class #941) or working knowledge of beaded seed stitch and backstitch.

Instructor:  Molly Elkind

Tuition:  $40 CHG members/$50 non-members
Supply Fee:  $20, includes kit with a photo printed on fabric, beads, fabric, batting, beading needle and thread. Please bring a lunch.

945-
Explore Surface Design with Neocolor II's on Fabric

Neocolor II's are water-soluble wax crayons that can be used on paper or fabric. They are easy-to-use and to clean up and give great results with minimal drawing experience. We'll experiment with using them wet and dry, with stamps and rubbings and other techniques to make beautifully patterned fabrics that can be used in a variety of projects or enjoyed as a collection of samples. 1 Day.

Instructor:  Molly Elkind

Tuition:  $40 CHG members/$50 non-members
Supply Fee:  $20. Instructor will provide Neocolors and other supplies. Please bring a photo or photos for inspiration, one yard of tightly woven white cotton fabric prewashed and cut into manageable sizes (about 12"-15" on one side) and a hand sewing kit (black thread or floss, needles, scissors.)

946-
Explore Surface Design with Shiva Paint Sticks on Fabric

Shiva Paint Sticks are oil paint in stick form which can be used on paper and fabric. We'll experiment with rubbings, stencils, and direct application to make boldly patterned fabrics suitable for a variety of projects or simply enjoyed as a collection of samples. 1 Day.

Instructor:  Molly Elkind

Tuition:  $40 CHG members/$50 non-members
Supply Fee:  $20. Instructor will provide Paint Sticks and other supplies. Please bring 1/2 yard each of white and black tightly woven cotton fabric prewashed and cut into manageable sizes (about 12"-15" on one side.) Wear old clothes or bring a smock or apron and (optional) latex or rubber gloves.

947-
Bead Embroidered Cabochon Cuff

Make a dazzling, lavishly beaded cuff to wear with your favorite outfit.  A cabochon is a stone or piece of glass with a flat back. You can purchase one from the instructor or bring your own.  We'll use a stone, glass or "alternative" cabochon such as sea glass as a focal point and embroider seed beads using backstitch all around in a fun, improvisational process. You'll learn how to finish the back and edges and to add an optional closure.  This is a good sequel to Basic Bead Embroidery (Class 941), but beginners with some sewing experience are welcome. 2 weeks.

Prerequisite: #941 Basic Bead Embroidery or experience with beads or embroidery

Instructor:  Molly Elkind

Tuition:  $75 CHG member/ $85 non-member
Supply Fee: $15 - $50 depending on whether you purchase a cabochon from the instructor.  You will purchase the seed beads to go with your cabochon.
Supplies:  seed beads to go with your cab, bead mat and beading needle, scissors or thread snips.

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Surface Design in Six Weeks

Take a crash course in several surface design techniques that will lift your quilting and mixed media work to new heights. Each week's session will be devoted to experimenting with one medium or technique: Neocolor IIs (watersoluble crayons) on fabric, Shiva Paintstiks (oil sticks) on fabric, silk painting, collage, hand embroidery/quilting stitch, and bead embroidery. We will focus on mark-making and patterning, while learning the unique properties and expressive potential of each medium and technique. Each week you'll go home with a set of patterned samples that can be used in a variety of projects or saved as a reference for future explorations.

Prerequisite: none

Instructor:  Molly Elkind

Tuition:  $145 CHG member/ $165 non-member
Supply Fee: $25

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Make a Coptic Bound Book

Coptic bound books are characterized by one or more folios of parchment paper sewn through their folds and attached to each other with chain stitch linkings across the spine. In this class, you will design your cover, cut and fold your paper to create folios and bind the book together with waxed linen thread. 1 Day.

Instructor:  Judith Krone

Tuition:  $25 CHG members/$35 non-members
Supply Fee: $6
Supplies:  Paper to decorate your book cover (one large sheet of handmade paper, magazines, materials for collage, wrapping paper…), Exacto knife, curved needle with large eye (available at Michaels or Joanne Fabrics), handmade fabric for cover embellishment if desired, scissors, cutting mat, bone folder or dull kitchen knife, small awl (available at hardware stores), paper towels, small bowl for water, ruler. [Note: two heavy cardboard covers, waxed linen thread, paper for folios, and glue sticks will be provided.]

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Tatting

You will learn the basic tatting stitch to make a ring with picots which is the basis of tatting. The second class will concentrate on tatting with a shuttle and ball thread. 2 Days

Instructor:  Dinah Rose

Tuition:  $45 CHG members/$55 non-members
Supplies:  Tatting shuttle, thread such as #10 crochet cotton, scissors.

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Making a Market Bag

This is the perfect little take-along bag for strolling through a craft fair or an open-air market, carrying your latest knitting or crochet project, or holding your purse, book, and other items while traveling by air. The tote features five fat quarters on the outside, sturdy straps, easy construction, and two side pockets for stashing a water bottle and sunglasses. This would be a great project to try your latest surface design or dye technique. 1 Day.

Instructor:  Pat King

Tuition:  $35 CHG members/$45 non-members
Supply Fee:  Supply list provided after registration.

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Book Arts Sampler

E-readers may be all the rage, but specially constructed artist's books are an increasingly popular art form. Learn four different book forms—an origami book, a flag book, a maze book, and a stab-stitched hard-cover book. Each book will be blank for you to fill with your own photos, quotations, doodles, or journaled thoughts. You'll learn when and how to use paper or fabric for covers and some basic book-binding skills as well.  2 Days.

Instructor:  Molly Elkind

Tuition: $60 CHG members/$70 non-members
Supply Fee: Approximately $25 for cover boards, paper and fabric, text papers, waxed linen, glue, ribbon, thread, etc.
Supplies: X-acto or utility knife and mat (or stack of newspapers); bone folder or butter knife; ruler, pencil; decorative papers or fabrics for covers; old magazine or catalog. You may bring your tightly woven handwoven fabric(s) to use for covers (contact instructor for sizes).

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The See -Through Fabric Book

In this class you'll make a folded 3-D book out of 3 layers stitched together and cut to form a four-page book. You'll start with small graph paper models to refine your ideas, then use stamps, crayons, and pastels to decorate two layers of organza. You'll insert paper or fabric cutouts between the layers, stitch the layers together, make strategic cuts and folds, and voila'!   1 Day.

Instructor:  Molly Elkind

Tuition: $60 CHG members/$70 non-members
Supply Fee: $25 for fabric, art media, handmade paper scraps.
Supplies: Favorite paper and/or fabric scraps, scissors for fabric and paper, rotary cutting tools if you have them, and a sewing machine. Bring a lunch!

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Zentangle Class®

Zentangles® are a way to make complicated patterns by combining simple strokes you do every day. In this class you will learn the magic of turning one mark into a beautiful design.   1 Day.

Instructor:  Ann Lynn Whiteside, CZT

Day: Thursday
Time: 1:30PM - 3:30PM
Dates: April 25, May 16, June 18 or July 18, 2013

Tuition: $40 CHG members/$50 non-members
Supply Fee: $25..
Supplies: Desire to learn and a BIG smile.

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Felted Purse or Mug Rugs with Needle Felting

Weave and felt a piece of fabric that can be made into a purse or mug rugs and embellished with needle felting. Students will weave the fabric the first week and take it home to felt. The next week they will embellish their purse or mug rugs with needle felted designs. Limit of 4 students. 2 Days.

Instructor:  Dinah Rose

Tuition: $75 CHG members/$85 non-members
Supply Fee: $25

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Needle Felting Three Dimensional Objects

Learn to combine wet felting with needle felting to make three dimensional objects. This class offers quick and easy techniques that speed up and simplify the otherwise tedious and time-consuming wet felting process.

Instructor:  Christy Foelsch

Prerequisite: For beginners as well as seasoned felters.

Day: Saturday
Time: 10:00am - 1:00pm
Date: April 27, 2013

Tuition: $45 CHG member/$50 Non-member
Supply Fee: $15
Supplies needed from student: Students do not need to bring anything. Felting kits will be supplied. Each kit will include:
1. Wool roving
2. Soy felting pad
3. One felting needle
Kits will be taken home.