Course Catalog
Alcohol Ink Glass Art
Monday: February 16: Section 1: 2:00 PM Section 2: 4:00 PM Section 3: 6:00 PM ALL SECTIONS ARE THE SAME CLASS; PLEASE CHOOSE ONLY ONE In this class, you’ll be making an 8x10 glass framed piece of alcohol ink art. Elwen Cottage will provide the materials. Location: Elwen Cottage, 334 N. Main St., Pocatello Class Limit: 12 per section Class Fee: $15 – please bring to class
Barn Quilts
We will be painting quilt-like patterns on 2X2’ boards and learning a little bit about the tradition of Barn Quilts in America. All materials will be provided but please bring an apron to cover your clothing . Class limit: 10 Class fee: $40 Please pay at the first class.
Beginning Crochet 101
We will learn the basics of yarn and crocheting, some basic crochet stitches and reading pattern instructions. We will crochet a coaster, scrubby, dish cloth and hat. Most materials will be supplied; however, you will need a size H/5mm crochet hook. Extra hooks will be available. Available yarn will be limited, so you will most likely want to buy your own for the hat, later on. Class limit: 6 Class fee: $5 – Please bring to first class Location: Senior Activity Center, Room 4, 427 N. 6th Ave., Pocatello
Beginning Crochet 102
Participants will continue learning new stitches and work on a project provided by us, or of their own that they would like to help with or just be able to work on it without distractions at home. If you like, Rosita will teach you to make kitchen towel toppers and will explain your material needs and provide you with the pattern at the first class. You will need a kitchen towel for this project. Supplies needed as described in your chosen pattern. If you attended Beginning Crochet 101 and didn’t finish your projects or we didn’t get to all of them, you can complete those in this class also. Location: Senior Activity Center, Room 6 Class Limit: 10
Beginning Tatting
Basic techniques of tatting including making chains, rings, picots, and weavers knots are taught as well as how to read and interpret patterns. Tatting shuttle and #20 cotton thread will be provided. Location: Senior Activity Center, Room 6 Class Limit: 10 Class Fee: $10 for materials-please bring to first class.
Beginning and Intermediate Knitting
Basic knowledge of casting on stitches, as well as knit and pearl required. You will need to bring size 8 or 9 knitting needles and cotton yarn or 4-ply acrylic. You may choose a project from the many patterns on hand or bring your own to share. Location: Senior Activity Center, Room 11 Class limit: 16
Calla Lily Painting with Chain
Monday: March 30: Section 1: 2:00 PM Section 2: 4:00 PM Section 3: 6:00 PM ALL SECTIONS ARE THE SAME CLASS; PLEASE CHOOSE ONLY ONE In this class, you’ll be painting a calla lily on canvas. Elwen Cottage will provide the materials. Location: Elwen Cottage, 334 N. Main St., Pocatello Class Limit: 12 per section Class Fee: $20 – please bring to class
Create Digital Art with your iPad
Want to learn digital art or get better at using Procreate? This relaxed, hands-on class will help you feel confident creating art on your iPad. Instructor Deanna Eveland will walk through the basics – using brushes, layers, colors, shading, texture, importing and exporting work and more. Bring your iPad with Procreate and a stylus (Apple pencil is best). All experience levels are welcome – just come ready to create and have fun! Class Limit: 15 Class Fee: $15 for supplies How to Pay: Payment of $15 for supplies due upon enrollment. Please send check payable to: Brenda Ehrler at P.O. Box 582, Lava Hot Springs, ID 83246 by April 3rd. If payment is not received before April 3rd, wait-list members will be invited. Paying with Venmo is also an option, please contact Brenda for more information.
Creating a Fused Glass Birdhouse
Decorate a pre-cut birdhouse with colored glass of varied shapes and sizes to create a unique gift for yourself or someone else. Location: 456 University St., Pocatello Class Limit: 16 Class Fee: $45 How to Pay: Please RSVP and send check payable to Christine Brower at 235 Sorenson Ave., Pocatello ID 83201 by March 5th. Venmo available, please contact facilitator for more info. If payment is not received by this date, wait-list members will be invited. Fees are non-refundable unless your seat can be filled by another participant.