Arts & Crafts
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Scroll Saw - Intermediate
Use all the techniques from the beginning class plus new ones to make more complex projects including a hollow Christmas tree, wall hangings, clock, basket, and 3-D cuttings. Estimated $20 material fee to instructor. Fee $39
| Section # | Location | Day(s) | Start Date | Start Time | Bld.& Room # |
Contact Number |
| ARTCR 13*02 - CS12 | Council Bluffs Campus | S | 02/11/2012 | 8:30-11:30AM | Dodge Hall 1401 |
1 session | Call 712-325-3404 |
Intermediate Euro/Wood Pen Making
Learn the skills, tools, and materials needed to make pens, key chains, wine bottle stoppers, kaleidoscopes, candle holders, letter openers, and more using a lathe. Estimated $20 fee to instructor. Fee $39
| Section # | Location | Day(s) | Start Date | Start Time | Bld.& Room # |
Contact Number |
| ARTCR 14*05 - CS12 | Council Bluffs Campus | S | 03/10/2012 | 8:30AM-12:00PM | Dodge Hall 1401 |
1 session | Call 712-325-3255 |
Pen Making Euro-Wood
Learn the skills, tools, and materials needed to make pens, key chains, wine bottle stoppers, kaleidoscopes, candle holders, letter openers, and more using a lathe. Estimated $20 fee to instructor. Fee $39
| Section # | Location | Day(s) | Start Date | Start Time | Bld.& Room # |
Contact Number |
| ARTCR 14*06 - CS12 | Council Bluffs Campus | M | 03/19/2012 | 6:00-9:00PM | Dodge Hall 1401 |
1 session | Call 712-325-3255 |
Invisible Machine Applique
It will take a second look to see how this method is done on a sewing machine. It looks like hand applique. Learn how to use this invisible machine applique method with various traditional applique patterns. Must have knowledge of simple sewing techniques and a zigzag sewing machine in good working order. Pattern provided; supply list available registration. Fee $25
| Section # | Location | Day(s) | Start Date | Start Time | Bld.& Room # |
Contact Number |
| ARTCR 2*50 - CS12 | Harlan | M | 04/02/2012 | 5:30-8:30PM | Center TBA |
1 session | Call 712-755-3568 |
Adult Pottery Class
Join Master Potter Thomas Hamilton in discovering the fun possibilities in working with stoneware clay. Students will work using coil and slab hand-building techniques. 4 electric potter's wheels are also available for student instruction and use. Class size is limited to 8 students to ensure personal instruction. The class runs 6 weeks, 3 hours a night and will be at Mr. Hamilton's studio, 1735 Longview, in Council Bluffs. A map to the site will be sent with your invoice. Classes are Thursdays, Oct. 20 - Dec. 1. Studio opens at 5 pm and class starts at 6 pm. The fee of $129.00 covers all clay, glazes, firing time and use of tools for the class. Questions? Call Mr. Hamilton at 712-322-4782. Fee $129
| Section # | Location | Day(s) | Start Date | Start Time | Bld.& Room # |
Contact Number |
| ARTCR 80*01 - CS12 | Council Bluffs | W | 03/07/2012 | 6:00-9:00PM | Dodge Hall |
6 sessions | Call 712-325-3255 |
| ARTCR 80*02 - CS12 | Council Bluffs | Th | 03/08/2012 | 6:00-9:00PM | Dodge Hall |
6 sessions | Call 712-325-3255 |
T-Shirt Quilt Class
Create a quilt that is uniquely yours. Clean out the closet and bring your special T-shirts to class to create a "one-of-a-kind" quilt. Learn how to select, stabilize, place, and add complementary fabrics to your personalized quilt. A great Christmas or graduation gift. Supply list available on request. Fee $35
| Section # | Location | Day(s) | Start Date | Start Time | Bld.& Room # |
Contact Number |
| ARTCR 905*50 - CS12 | Harlan | M | 02/13/2012 | 5:30-8:00PM | Center 117 |
2 sessions | Call 712-755-3568 |
Advanced Scroll Saw - 3-D Cutting
Fee $39
| Section # | Location | Day(s) | Start Date | Start Time | Bld.& Room # |
Contact Number |
| ARTCR 99*14 - CS12 | Council Bluffs Campus | M | 04/23/2012 | 6:00-9:00PM | Dodge Hall 1401 |
1 session | Call 712-325-3255 |
Advanced Scroll Saw - Baskets (stacked)
Fee $39
| Section # | Location | Day(s) | Start Date | Start Time | Bld.& Room # |
Contact Number |
| ARTCR 99*12 - CS12 | Council Bluffs Campus | M | 04/09/2012 | 6:00-10:00PM | Dodge Hall 1401 |
1 session | Call 712-325-3255 |
Advanced Scroll Saw - Fretwork
Fee $39
| Section # | Location | Day(s) | Start Date | Start Time | Bld.& Room # |
Contact Number |
| ARTCR 99*08 - CS12 | Council Bluffs Campus | M | 02/27/2012 | 6:00-9:00PM | Dodge Hall 1401 |
1 session | Call 712-325-3255 |
Advanced Scroll Saw - Names & Letters
Fee $39
| Section # | Location | Day(s) | Start Date | Start Time | Bld.& Room # |
Contact Number |
| ARTCR 99*15 - CS12 | Council Bluffs Campus | M | 05/07/2012 | 6:00-9:00PM | Dodge Hall 1401 |
1 session | Call 712-325-3255 |
Advanced Scroll Saw - Photo Cutting (relief)
Fee $39
| Section # | Location | Day(s) | Start Date | Start Time | Bld.& Room # |
Contact Number |
| ARTCR 99*11 - CS12 | Council Bluffs Campus | S | 03/31/2012 | 8:30-11:30AM | Dodge Hall 1401 |
1 session | Call 712-325-3255 |
Advanced Scroll Saw - Portraits (patterns)
Fee $39
| Section # | Location | Day(s) | Start Date | Start Time | Bld.& Room # |
Contact Number |
| ARTCR 99*13 - CS12 | Council Bluffs Campus | S | 04/14/2012 | 8:30-11:30AM | Dodge Hall 1401 |
1 session | Call 712-325-3255 |
Advanced Scroll Saw - Relief Cutting
Fee $39
| Section # | Location | Day(s) | Start Date | Start Time | Bld.& Room # |
Contact Number |
| ARTCR 99*10 - CS12 | Council Bluffs Campus | M | 03/12/2012 | 6:00-10:00PM | Dodge Hall 1401 |
1 session | Call 712-325-3255 |
Advanced Scroll Saw - Silhouettes
Fee $39
| Section # | Location | Day(s) | Start Date | Start Time | Bld.& Room # |
Contact Number |
| ARTCR 99*09 - CS12 | Council Bluffs Campus | S | 03/03/2012 | 9:20-11:30AM | Dodge Hall 1401 |
1 session | Call 712-325-3255 |
Advanced Scroll Saw-Figured Clocks
Fee $39
| Section # | Location | Day(s) | Start Date | Start Time | Bld.& Room # |
Contact Number |
| ARTCR 99*02 - CS12 | Council Bluffs Campus | M | 02/13/2012 | 6:00-9:00PM | Dodge Hall 1401 |
1 session | Call 712-325-3404 |
Advanced Scroll Saw-Jig Saw Puzzle Cutting
Fee $39
| Section # | Location | Day(s) | Start Date | Start Time | Bld.& Room # |
Contact Number |
| ARTCR 99*03 - CS12 | Council Bluffs Campus | S | 02/25/2012 | 8:30-11:30AM | Dodge Hall 1401 |
1 session | Call 712-325-3404 |
Americana Welcome Plaque
You'll paint your plaque in traditional Americana colors of red, white, blue and yellow. This rustic wooden "Welcome" plaque with the words "Faith, Hope, and Love" features a wooden hand-painted sheep, flag with a star, and 2 story house. All pieces will be cut out and ready for you to paint and create. A warm, Americana welcome for your visitors! $14 materials fee paid to instructor the night of class. Size 18" tall and 10" wide. Register by April 13th! Fee $20
| Section # | Location | Day(s) | Start Date | Start Time | Bld.& Room # |
Contact Number |
| ARTCR 99*05 - CS12 | Council Bluffs Campus | W | 04/18/2012 | 6:30-8:30PM | Looft Hall 010 |
1 session | Call 712-325-3255 |
Angels in My Garden Stake
Make and plant this wooden angels garden stake in your flowerbed to watch over your freshly planted seeds. The message on the sign board reads "Angels In My Flowers." 3 charming Angels adorn the stake with a red bird, moon, heart and star decorations dangling on craft wire. You'll wrap the stake with a climbing vine. Give your yard or garden a sweet touch of whimsy! $14 materials fee paid to instructor the night of class. Size 29" wide and 48" long. Register by May 11th! Fee $20
| Section # | Location | Day(s) | Start Date | Start Time | Bld.& Room # |
Contact Number |
| ARTCR 99*06 - CS12 | Council Bluffs Campus | W | 05/16/2012 | 6:30-8:30PM | Looft Hall 109 |
1 session | Call 712-325-3255 |
Easy Quilt: Baskets, Baskets, Baskets
This fast quilt project features three easy to piece baskets. Use the quilt as a table runner or wall hanging with an Easter, May Basket Day, spring or fall theme. Basic sewing experience needed but beginning quilters welcome. Supply and fabric list provided upon registration. Fee $35
| Section # | Location | Day(s) | Start Date | Start Time | Bld.& Room # |
Contact Number |
| ARTCR 99*50 - CS12 | Harlan | M | 03/12/2012 | 5:30-8:30PM | Center TBA |
2 sessions | Call 712-755-3568 |
Introduction to Lathe Chucks
Must have pen class first Fee $39
| Section # | Location | Day(s) | Start Date | Start Time | Bld.& Room # |
Contact Number |
| ARTCR 99*18 - CS12 | Council Bluffs Campus | S | 03/17/2012 | 8:30AM-12:00PM | Dodge Hall 1401 |
1 session | Call 712-325-3255 |
| ARTCR 99*19 - CS12 | Council Bluffs Campus | M | 04/02/2012 | 6:00-9:00PM | Dodge Hall 1401 |
1 session | Call 712-325-3255 |
Large Bunny Face Plaque
Make this sweet bunny just in time for Easter! A wooden flower is gently placed in front of her floppy ears, and she has curly whiskers made out of craft wire. Guaranteed to make anyone smile! $14 materials fee paid to instructor the night of class. Size 22" x 22". Register by March 9th! Fee $20
| Section # | Location | Day(s) | Start Date | Start Time | Bld.& Room # |
Contact Number |
| ARTCR 99*04 - CS12 | Council Bluffs Campus | T | 03/13/2012 | 6:30-8:30PM | Looft Hall 109 |
1 session | Call 712-325-3255 |
Sitting Snowman Project
Christmas in July! Bring a friend and join us to make this cute, cubby snowman with carrot nose, a fabric and raffia scarf, snow covered heart and buttons with carefully placed dried moss. Shop the after Christmas sales for a strand of 35 count clear or colored lights to bring with you to wrap around the pinecone greenery he sits on. This self-standing snowman is perfect to decorate for the holidays and even throughout the whole winter! $14 materials fee paid to instructor the night of class. Size 22" x 22" Register by July 13th! Fee $20
| Section # | Location | Day(s) | Start Date | Start Time | Bld.& Room # |
Contact Number |
| ARTCR 99*01 - CF12 | Council Bluffs Campus | W | 07/18/2012 | 6:30-8:30PM | Looft Hall 109 |
1 session | Call 712-325-3255 |
Uncle Sam Welcome Sign
Uncle Sam says "Welcome" in this adorable sign perfect for 4th of July or Americana home decor. You'll paint the cut out pieces in traditional Americana colors of red, white, blue and yellow. He has a red and white striped hat with a golden star, and "USA" painted on his blue hat rim. Hand-painted wood crafts are fun to create and make great gifts! $14 materials fee paid to instructor the night of class. Register by June 1st! Fee $20
| Section # | Location | Day(s) | Start Date | Start Time | Bld.& Room # |
Contact Number |
| ARTCR 99*07 - CS12 | Council Bluffs Campus | Th | 06/07/2012 | 6:30-8:30PM | Looft Hall 109 |
1 session | Call 712-325-3255 |
Wine Bottle Stoppers (wood)
Fee $39
| Section # | Location | Day(s) | Start Date | Start Time | Bld.& Room # |
Contact Number |
| ARTCR 99*16 - CS12 | Council Bluffs Campus | S | 03/10/2012 | 1:00-4:00PM | Dodge Hall 1401 |
1 session | Call 712-325-3255 |
| ARTCR 99*17 - CS12 | Council Bluffs Campus | Th | 03/29/2012 | 6:00-9:00PM | Dodge Hall 1401 |
1 session | Call 712-325-3255 |
