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Maine Adult Education



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Intro to Drawing

$60

with Hannah Carroll, Portland Adult Education

Calendar Dec 7, 2024 at 10 am, runs for 1 week
Learn how to draw what you see using shape, form, light, and shadow.

Intro to Sewing

$110

with Factory 3 Staff, Portland Adult Education

Calendar Dec 7, 2024 at 10 am, runs for 1 week
Learn the basics of cutting fabric, using a sewing machine, and the stitches available on most machines.

Intro to Woodshop

$150

with Eric Dunder, Marrion "Mack" Ladd, Portland Adult Education

Calendar Dec 7, 2024 at 10 am, runs for 1 week
Gain hands-on experience with woodshop machines, turning a rough-sawn piece of hardwood into a cutting board. Beginners welcome.

Layered Wood Art:

Free

with Laura McPherson, MSAD#1 Adult & Community Education

Calendar Dec 7, 2024 at 10 am
7 additional sessions through Apr 23, 2025

Join us as we paint layers of wood to make a true art statement!  We have chosen a variety of designs for the year.  Choose your favorites and let's start creating some magic!

Classes are between $30 - $50.  Once you register you will receive an email with the payment information for paypal.

We are limited to 10 students per class.  You will need to bring Aleen's Tacky Glue to class with you.  Everything else is provided.

Click this link for pictures of ALL the classes we will be offering as well as the prices.

 

CALLIGRAPHY

$8

with Ann John, Sacopee Valley Adult & Community Education

Calendar Dec 7, 2024 at 1 pm, runs for 1 week

Practice the beautiful art of calligraphy while learning the historical impact of the craft! Calligraphy, dating back to the seventh century, has changed in both style and use throughout history. Join artisan Ann John as she shares historical facts and artifacts and guides you through the steps in creating elegant lettering you can use for various occasions...or just for fun! Please pre-register as a minimum of 4 people is required to run the course.

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Holiday Treat Envelope & Ornament

$20 Originally: $8

with Katie Nickerson, Noble Adult & Community Education

Calendar Dec 7, 2024 at 1 pm

In this class, instructor and Stampin Up demonstrator Katie Nickerson will teach you how to make simple but cute treat envelopes and ornaments! These envelopes are great for creatively packaging some hot cocoa mix to give, whereas the ornaments are great for little candy treats to open up on Christmas morning. Make these little treat containers for your own holiday gathering or gift them to family members, friends, or even teachers!

This class is great for ages 6+. Kids under 18 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian.

Kumihimo: Japanese Braiding

$43 Originally: $8

with Sandi Cirillo, RSU 24 Adult Education

Calendar Dec 7, 2024 at 1 pm

Learn Japanese braiding techniques using a circular loom and textural materials. Braids can be used as bookmarks, wrappings around gifts, jewelry etc. Participants will come away with several braids demonstrating various weaving techniques using this type of loom. 

Please bring a $7 materials fee payable to the instructor.

 

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Garment Sewing

$120

with Michelle Kruegar, Portland Adult Education

Calendar Dec 7, 2024 at 3 pm, runs for 1 week
Learn seams, finishes and techniques used for sewing woven (non-stretch) clothes. Basic sewing machine experience is required.




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