Artisans United offers craft classes
Artisans United, a nonprofit in Annandale dedicated to promoting local crafters and artists, is offering a series of craft classes this fall, on baskets, bows, jewelry, and more.
The classes will be held at the organization’s Craft Gallery and gift shop in the Packard Center at 4022 Hummer Road.
The gallery and shop feature works by members of craft guilds and individual artisans. The newest artist to join Artisans United is porcelain sculptor Ginny Loving of Annandale.
The public is invited to a reception for the upcoming show at the Craft Gallery featuring members of the Waterford Weavers Guild and other artisans. The reception is Sept. 6, 1-3 p.m.
Here’s the class schedule:
- Wood Carving – Aug. 25, 7-8:30 p.m. A beginning class presented by the Northern Virginia Carvers Guild. Minimum age: 18; 16 with a responsible adult. $5, paid in cash to the instructor. Contact: Joyce Spieler, [email protected].
The Wood Carving class is also offered on Sept. 22 and Oct. 27.
- Polymer Clay: the Slab Technique – Sept. 13, 11 a.m.-1 p.m. Students will create two pieces, such as earrings or zipper pulls. Ages 16 and up. $10.
- Wire-Wrapped Donut Pendant – Oct. 18, 11 a.m.-1 p.m. Ages 16 and up. $30.
- Basket Weaving – Nov. 1, 1-5 p.m. Ages 13 and up. $15.
- Bow Making – Nov. 23, 1-5 p.m. Learn how to use floral wire to create bows for wreaths, holiday greens, or gifts. Ages 15 and up. $10.
- Make a Scarf with Wool, Soap, Water, and Lots of Work – Dec. 6, 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Ages 18 and up. $50. Bring a towel and a waterproof bag.
- Handmade Cards – Dec. 13, 10 a.m.-noon. All ages. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Free. Students will learn now to fold a greeting card, make an envelope, and embellish their cards with stamps, embossing tools, stencils, colored pencils, markers, and paint.
To register for a class, visit the Craft Gallery of Artisans United or call 703-941-0202