Winter Courses

REGISTRATION: Please register with the individual instructor for the respective course. Students must register 2 week prior to class start date. Most classes require additional materials fees which are not included in the prices unless otherwise stated. Validate times and additional fees with each instructor when registering. Cheques should be made payable to: Markham Guild of Village Crafts.

REFUND POLICY: Full Refund: If the program you choose is cancelled by the Guild.
Partial Refund: $5.00 administration and material fees are not refundable if cancelled by the student.
No Refund: If student cancels later than one (2) week prior to the beginning of the course.

WINTER COURSES

ONE DAY WORKSHOPS

JEWELRY MAKING
- WIRE WRAPPING

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Students will learn how to wire wrap glass beads, make coiled wire bead cages and eye pins, and work with jump rings to assemble all pieces to create a beautiful bracelet and earrings complete with toggle and charm. Students will then be able to apply what they have learned to create beautiful necklaces.
Students will need to bring some tools such as pliers and cutters.
Check website as other dates may be added.

Date:  Saturday, February 11, 2012 (1-day workshop)
Time:  10:00 a.m. � 1:00 p.m.
Fee:  $21.00. Material fee: $17.00
Instructor:  Diane
Contact Number:  (905) 470-0973

JEWELRY MAKING
VIKING KNIT (Wirework)

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You do not need to know how to knit to create beautiful jewelry using the Viking Knit method of wirework. Students will work with 24 gauge wire to create a bracelet with end caps and clasp. What is learned in the workshop can then be used to create a necklace.
(Students will need to bring some tools as pliers and cutters).

Date:  Saturday, March 10, 2012 (1-day workshop)   Check website as other dates may be added.
Time:  10:00 a.m. � 1:00 p.m.
Fee:  $21.00. Material fee: $30.00
Instructor:  Diane
Contact Number:  (905) 470-0973

SWEDISH �WEAVE� ON MONK�S CLOTH

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All you need is a sewing needle, yarn and Monks� cloth to create beautiful afghans/throws. In this workshop, students will make a sampler place mat. Skills learned can then be applied to create afghans or throws in the colour of their choice.
Students must bring a #13 metal yarn needle and a ball of 4-ply worsted weight acrylic yarn, any colour.

Date:  Tuesday, March 13, 2012 (1-day workshop)
Time:  6:00 p.m. � 9:00 p.m.
Fee:  $21.00. Material fee: $7.00
Instructor:  Diane
Contact Number:  (905) 470-0973

CANDLE MAKING

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Learn the tricks of making a beautiful solid beeswax candle in one pour, avoiding cracks and streaks. The workshop will show you how to create a professional line of candle that would be perfect for gift giving.

Website: www.Candlecraft.ca

Date:  Sat. Jan. 28, 2012 (1-day workshop)
Time:  10:00 a.m. � 12:30 p.m.
Fee:  $17.50. Material fee: $35.00
Instructor:  Melanie
Contact Number:  (416) 453-4390

SOAP MAKING

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Learn soap making from scratch. Students will learn how to make a glorious batch of handmade soap with herb infused oils, combining lavender and topping with calendula petals. Recipes will be provided. Students will be informed by teacher as to some required items they must bring from home.

Date:  Saturday, February 4, 2012 (1-day workshop)
Time:  10:00 a.m. -2:00 p.m.
Fee: $28.00. Material fee: $35.00
Instructor:  Melanie
Contact Number:  (416) 453-4390

WHEN SCRAPBOOKING MEETS QUILTING

Create a memorabilia wall hanging using family photos

Date:  Saturday, February 18, 2012   (1-day workshop)
Time:  10:00 a.m. � 2:00 p.m.
Fee: $28.00. Material fee: $5.00
Instructor:  Grace
Contact Number:  (905) 294 -2860

POTTERY

POTTERY
- Handbuilding and Wheelthrowing

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This is an on-going class for beginner, Intermediate and Advanced students. The student acquires technical skills in Hand-building and Wheelthrowing. Practice both techniques with stoneware clay and porcelain. The experiment in glaze, kiln loading and firing will be discussed as the student advances in knowledge and experience. There is a maximum of 6 students per class to allow for individual attention.

Date:  Classes are ongoing. Contact teacher for start dates
          Saturday mornings: 10:00 a.m. � 12:00 p.m.
          Saturday afternoons: 2:00 p.m. � 5:00 p.m.
          Sunday mornings: 9:00 a.m. � 12:00 p.m.
          Sunday afternoons: 12:30 p.m. � 3:30 p.m.
Fee: $245.00 plus material fee $20.00 and clay $15.00
Instructor:  Wai-Yu
Contact Number:  (416) 219-9708

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MARCH BREAK PROGRAMS

Teens and Pre-teens (8 +)

Students will enjoy completing a variety of projects such as wire sculptures, clay masks, origami, jeans� projects, and more.

Students registering for both morning and afternoon sessions may bring a lunch and stay at the guild during lunchtime.

Date:  March 12 � 16, 2012
         Morning session: 10:00 a.m. � 12:00 p.m.
         Afternoon session: 1:00.p.m. � 3:00 p.m.
Fee: $70.00 per weekly session. Some material fee may apply.
Instructor:  Diane
Contact Number:  (905) 470-0973

Please call the guild to check on these and other classes that may be offered.
Our office is open Monday and Wednesday mornings from 9:30 a.m. until noon.
For more information, please call 905-294-7421 or e-mail at markhamguild@rogers.com.