We offer a wide variety of group instruction and services. We can customize or even combine our services to your specific needs and interests.
- Children's Creative Instruction (or Parent/Child all for Community Education or After School Programs)
- Adult Creative Instruction (Community Education)
- Children's Birthday Activity Parties
- Corporate Promotional Events
- Corporate or Group Retreats
- High School Events (Proms, Homecoming)
- University Promotional Events
- Adult Gatherings & Parties
- Artist Presentation & Vending at Special Events
- Library Presentations
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At your hair art theme birthday party, each girl can have fun getting hair art done. Please visit the Hair Art Page of my website, which has pictures of the various types of hair art that we offer at Ananke Designs. Minimum of 10 guests, pricing is as follows:
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The cost for a party is $15 per hour. We can supply white cotton blank shirts for $4 each, or the kids can choose to bring their own laundered white 100% cotton items. Dying is charged by the piece. T-shirts are $6 to dye, socks are $3.50, and shorts are $5. You will need to have a clean sink area in which to work. I have been working in my home kitchen for years, and I guarantee there will be no mess left behind. Please note on the invitation for children to bring along or wear old clothing.
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 Please view the henna website for pictures and more henna information. Henna parties are especially fun for teens who are experimenting with their self expression. Henna is a safe and temporary way for them to try out body art, while learning about history and culture at the same time. Cost for a henna party is $50 per hour per artist. Most designs generally take 20 minutes to complete. Minimum of one hour billed, I would be happy to answer any questions that you might have regarding henna, its application, or its history. |
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I have mastered this art form, and I have never met anyone who wasn't intruiged and delighted with the resist dye process. My own children have been in love with the art form since about the age of three, and many children have enjoyed this project through my community education involvement. 
Corporate Promotional Events
We have done henna for many different promotional events over the years, including the Roxy Model Talent Search for Zumiez Board Shops, The Michelle Branch Tour for Zilo Productions, as well as for the Mall of America during the Powder Puff Girls promotional campaign. We have also done henna under contract with Rose Presents for a Lynard Skynard venue.
We contract with your company to provide free henna designs to clients and guests for a flat hourly rate per artist. We have five henna artists available, designs take from two to five minutes per client, and can be customized to suit your event or promotion.
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Corporate or Group Retreats
We have done creative instructions for retreats for different groups over the years, including the Mayo Clinic in Rochester, MN. Any of our activities can be customized or combined to suit your group's needs.
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Prom, Homecoming, or College Events
We have done henna body art and other creative activities for high school events such as prom, homecoming, and senior class parties for Minnesota schools such as Grand Meadow, Caledonia, Pine Island, and Rosemount. We also have been contracted with Carleton College to do fun henna for their spring music event for the past three years. Let us add some more excitement to your event! Cost for high schools is negotiable, please inquire for contract details.
The following are photos from Houston High Schools 2005 after-prom.
Private party rates are $50 per hour. Designs take anywhere from 20 minutes to several hours. Wedding henna takes from three to eight hours depending upon coverage  BACK TO PARTY LIST |
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 Jewelry Parties...can be customized to specific projects or specific themes, such as mother's bracelets, badge lanyards, bridal jewelry, prom jewelry, ankle bracelets, matching sets, or sports theme jewelry. The possibilities are endless. Most often I bring 25 trays of beads and people enjoy choosing what they would like to make, and they control what they spend as well. General jewelry parties where you design with assisstance are $18 per hour per artist, and individuals are responsible for thier purchases of materials. Please email or call with inquiries. |
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The cost for a party is $15 per hour. We can supply white cotton blank shirts for $4 each, or guests can choose to bring their own laundered white 100% cotton items. Dying is charged by the piece. T-shirts are $6 to dye, socks are $3.50, and shorts are $5. You will need to have a clean sink area in which to work. I have been working in my home kitchen for years, and I guarantee there will be no mess left behind. Please note on the invitation for guests to bring along or wear old clothing.
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At your hair art theme birthday party, each guest can have their choice of hair art done. Please visit the Hair Art Page of my website, which has pictures of the various types of hair art that we offer at Ananke Designs. Cost is $18 per hour per artist, and discounted rates apply to hair services. This allows guests to have a wide selection of options, and it allows the host to be able to choose between pre-paying for their guests, or guests can choose and pay for their own services. Minimum of 10 guests, pricing is as follows:
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There is so much more to henna painting than meets the eye. The art of mehndi has been practiced for at least 5,000 years throughout Africa, India, and other Middle Eastern countries. This practice has long been performed in the spirit of celebration among women, and it is believed that when exercised with positive intentions it can bring good fortune and good feelings to those participating. Women applied henna to each other before weddings, births, and other rites of passage with desires such as protection, love, luck, as well as spiritual or material wealth in mind. It is believed that if your Mehndi turns very dark it is a sign of a woman's love, or of the love her husband holds for her.
Host a henna party just for fun, or to celebrate a special occasion, such as a memorable shower. Having a Mehndi party is a wonderful way to bring this art into the lives of your friends and family. What a wonderful tradition is Mehndi! This is an opportunity to meet people and share an interesting experience. This is an opportunity to learn about history, the history of other cultures and the history of women. This is an opportunity to continue a tradition- to continue of tradition of women. Perhaps this is an opportunity to begin a tradition of your own! Have a Mehndi design put on your body in the tradition of the women of the Eastern world.
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Lisa is available to do henna presentations for libraries. A great way to get teenagers into your library! Everyone gets a henna design, and I sneak in a little history and a little culture lesson right under their noses. Cost is $50 per hour per artist, presentation is two hours. Brochures are available for you to copy and distribute at your library, or email for pictures to add to your own.
The following pictures are from Lisa's 2006 series of Dakota County library presentations.
Lisa applying henna.
Some happy library clients.
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Class Descriptions
Children's Classes
Mehndi Workshop
Learn about the ancient body art of henna painting. Otherwise known as mehndi, this intriguing art form has been practiced for over 5,000 years by many cultures throughout North Africa, South Asia, & the Middle East. Decorating is not specific to one particular religion or ethnicity, and is used for both traditional & non-traditional events. The 100% natural paste will stain the skin in patterns applied for up to two weeks. We will cover history and traditional uses, as well as pattern techniques. Students will receive a tube of paste for practice, and an optional henna design on the skin.
Time: 2 hours
Supply cost: $6
Kits, books and other supplies will be available for purchase. These items range in price from $3.50 to $18.
Class size: limit 12
Ages: 8 and up.
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Tie Dye
Learn the secrets of the magic of tie dye. You can learn to tie dye with a synthetic dye known as Procion. These are the dyes used by professionals. It will not wash out like the grocery store dyes, please dress accordingly for this class. Must bring 100% cotton items to dye, items are priced per piece with fairness to each student in mind. Please bring a large ziplock bag for each item.
Room with sinks required.
Time: 1 two hour session, kids wash and finish at home OR 2 two one hour sessions project complete on second day.
Supply fee:
Each T-shirt is $6 to dye.
Socks are $3.50 per pair.
Shorts are $5 to dye.
Class size: Limit 15 people.
Ages: 5 & up.
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Willow Trellis in a Pot - (spring only)
We will hand paint a 10 inch pot. Then we will build a miniature willow trellis and plant a climbing vine.
Time: 2 hours
Supply fee: $8.50
Class size: limit 10
Ages: 8 and up
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We will cover the basic knots used everyday, as well as some more
advanced knots used for tying canoes and loads. We will also cover
some knot history and trivia. A must know for scout leaders!
Time: 2 hours
Supply fee: $2
Class size: limit 8
Ages: 8 and up
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Wait until you see how tastefull and elegant this planter looks when made from hemp and hand painted ceramic beads! Ours will fit an 8 inch pot.
Time: 2 hours
Supply fee: $10
Class size: limit 8
Ages: 10 and up
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Its fun to make these popular beaded animal keychains. These are smaller than the ones you usually see. Choose from a lizard, ladybug, mouse, koala, smiley face, or rattlesnake.
Time: 2 hours
Supply cost: $3.00
Class size: limit 10
Ages: 5 and up
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Paint to the rhythm of different styles of music. An exercise in freedom of movement and creative expression. We will use waterbase acrylic paints. Please wear old clothes or bring a painting smock. You may bring a favorite CD or tape.
Room with sinks required.
Time: 2 hours
Supply Cost: $2
Class size: limit 12
Ages: 4 and up
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You can make your own hemp necklace! Learn how to knot hemp twine into a popular necklace design.
Time: 2 hours
Supply cost: $6
Class size: limit 8
Ages: 8 and up
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Learn knotting techniques and how to create patterns from colored string. We will knot with hand dyed hemp twine or embroidery floss. These bracelets are fun to trade with friends and give as gifts--it is said that if worn continuously you will be granted a wish upon the bracelet falling off.
Time: 2 hours
Supply Cost: $4.50
Class size: limit 8
Ages: 10 and up
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Turn an ordinary cigar box and some eggshells into an exquisite work of art! Using a pattern of your choice, you will be amazed at the results of gluing broken eggshells onto an old cigar box! Create a treasured family heirloom! You will need to bring an empty cigar box, preferably wood, but cardboard is fine too.
Time: Two 2 hour sessions
Supply fee: $8
Class size: Limit 10
Ages: 8 and up.
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Bring any smaller piece of furniture to class, perhaps a small table, a chair, an old mirror or shelf. We will use mosaic technique to design and cover the piece with ceramic tiles and shapes. Use of broken pottery, dishes, and mirror pieces is optional, you may save them and bring them to class.
Room with sinks required.
Supply fee: $15.00
Time: Three 2 hour sessions, must allow dry time before pick up.
Size: Limit 10
Ages: 8 and up
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In this class we will cover a boring 8 inch clay pot with different pieces of broken tile, pottery, glass, and mirror. We will cover mosaic design and application techniques.
Room with sinks required.
Time: Two 2 hour sessions
Supply fee: $8.50
Ages: 5 and up.
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Bring an old bowling ball to class and we will transform it into a beautiful piece of garden art.
Room with sinks required.
Supply fee: $10.00
Time: Three 2 hour sessions, must allow drying time before pick up.
Size: Limit 10
Ages: 8 and up
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You have never seen candlelight look so wonderful as it looks through these colored glass pieces. We will work glass on glass.
Room with sinks required.
Supply fee: $12
Time: Two 2 hour sessions
Size: Limit 10
Ages: 10 and up
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Learn to weave colored strands and beads into your hair. We will end it with a charm of your choice. We will cover basic knot work in this class.
Supply fee: $5.00
Time: 2 hours
Size: Limit 10
Ages: 8 and up
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Learn to manipulate wire into a ring! We will cover wire working techniques and familiarize ourselves with tools. Choose from 6 different colors of wire. Tools will be provided for use during class.
Time: 2 hours
Supply fee: $8.00
Class size: limit 10
Ages: 10 and up
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Learn to wrap your favorite stones into pendants that you can wear! We will cover wire working techniques and familiarize ourselves with tools. Choose from 6 different colors of wire. Tools will be provided for use during class. Stones will be available, but you may also bring a favorite.
Time: 2 hours
Supply fee: $6.00
Class size: limit 10
Ages: 10 and up
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Make two delightful ornaments to hang in your window, your mom’s car, or anywhere! We will cover wire working techniques and familiarize ourselves with tools. Choose from 6 different colors of wire, beads, and your favorite charm. Tools will be provided for use during class.
Time: 2 hours
Supply fee: $8.50
Class size: limit 10
Ages: 10 and up
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Also known as millefiori, (which in Italian means 'one thousand flowers') canework was traditionally done with glass. The technique can also be applied to polymer clay. A cane is made, a large roll of clay with a picture throughout. This cane can then be sliced over and over again to reveal the same picture. Each student will make one cane, then we will all share, so that everyone will take home several canes to be used in future projects.
Home-ec room required.
Time: 2 hours
Supply fee: $10
Class size: limit 10
Ages: 10 and up
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We will use the canes that we designed in the Introduction to Polymer Clay – Canework class to create different projects. These will be discussed during the first class, and projects will be chosen per student. Beads, salt & pepper shakers, candleholders, letter openers, and pens are just a few examples.
Introduction to Polymer Clay - Canework is a prerequisite for this class.
Must have home-ec room.
Time: 2 hours
Supply fee: varies per student
Class size: limit 10
Ages: 10 and up
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Learn sculpture techniques, how to form shapes and build. Learn the tricks of clay sculpting. Break down forms into buildable parts.
Must have home-ec room.
Time: 2 hours
Supply fee: $10
Class size: limit 10
Ages: 12 and up
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We will make a new outfit for your favorite doll. Please bring her to class for fittings. We will use handstitching and basic sewing techniques in this project.
Time: 2 hours
Supply fee: $5
Class size: limit 8
Ages: 10 and up
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We will use odds and ends to put together wonderful puppets that will bring you and your family lots of laughs for years to come! Bring your imagination to this class!
Time: 2 hours
Supply fee: $5
Class size: limit 8
Ages: 10 and up
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We will use glass paints and ornaments to decorate interesting glass vessels. If you have a special glass bottle at home you are welcome to bring it to class, but vessels will be available.
Time: 2 hours
Supply fee: $8
Class size: limit 10
Ages: 8 and up
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Learn to make chains of daisies with seed beads. Turn them into necklaces, bracelets, or even braid them into your hair!
Time: 2 hours
Supply fee: $3
Class size: Limit 10
Ages: 8 and up
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You can choose from two projects for this class: a knitted scarf, or a purse.
Learn basic knitting skills, and how to read patterns. Become familiar with supplies and types of yarn.
Time: Two 2 hour sessions
Supply fee: $12
Class size: Limit 8
Ages: 10 and up
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A basic stitch in beadwork that can be used to build limitless jewelry designs. We will learn the basic peyote stitch and complete a bracelet during this class. We will see many different examples of how this stitch is used in amazing beaded jewelry throughout the world.
Time: 2 hours
Supply fee: $5
Class size: Limit 8
Ages: 10 and up
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We will make brightly colored animals to suspend from the ceiling. We will use pattern, color, drawing, and painting techniques to construct these lovely art pieces. We will choose from a lizard, fish, or butterfly during this class.
Time: Two 2 hour sessions
Supply fee: $5
Ages: 10 and up.
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Do you have a piece of boring furniture in the garage or attic that is old and dusty? Wouldn’t it be great fun to pull it out and do something exciting with it? Bring it to this class! With some brightly colored paint and simple painting ideas and techniques you can turn that unused piece into something wonderful! Look for an old night stand, a wooden chair, an old footstool or bookshelf - even an old suitcase - any smallish piece that you can fit in your mom's car and carry to class. Please have it painted with two coats of fresh paint in the color of your choice.
Time: Two 2 hour sessions
Supply fee: $6.50
Ages: 8 and up
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We will use old kitchen objects and beads to create a really fun mobile that will catch sunlight and impress all of your guests!
Time: 2 hours
Supply fee: $6
Ages: 4 and up
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We will design and create a matching set of jewelry; earrings, necklace and bracelet. We will cover technique and basic design elements of beaded jewelry, including use of hand tools.
Time: Two 2 hour sessions
Supply fee: $14
Ages: 8 and up.
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Come to class and complete an ankle bracelet for yourself or someone special!
Time: 2 hours
Supply fee: $4.00
Class size: limit 15
Ages: 6 and up
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We will create one of the popular Mother's bracelet's out of sterling silver and glass beads. Create a wonderful keepsake for your mom or grandmother. Finished bracelets bear the names of the children in your family.
Time: 2 sessions
Supply fee: Depends on project, must have a list from each student of the names they want on their bracelet two weeks prior to class in order for supplies to arrive on time.
Class size: Limit 10
Ages: 8 and up
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We will use velvet ribbon and beads to create lovely bookmarks in this class.
Time: 2 hours
Supply fee: $5
Class size: limit 10
Ages: 5 and up
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We will actually build a flower press during class and then learn how to use it to press a batch of summer flowers. The second half of class we will use some already pressed flowers to decorate candles and make some very special note cards.
Time: 1 session
Supply fee: $16
Ages: 4 and up
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Learn the ins and outs of how to make your own candles. What do you add to paraffin wax so that it burns longer? How can you recycle that wax at the bottom of your candle holders? We will cover a brief history of candle making and become familiar with basic techniques and tools. We will fill two glass containers with candles, please bring a small box to carry them home in.
Need Home Ec Room
Time: 2 hours
Supply fee: $8.50
Class size: limit 15
Ages: 8 and up
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We will cover two candle projects in this class: moulded candles and hand dipped candles. Please bring a small box to carry your candles home in.
Need Home Ec. Room
Time: 2 hours
Supply fee: $8.50
Class size: Limit 10
Ages: 8 and up
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Candle Making II
For those who have had some candle experience only, please. We will cover three candle projects: sand candles, rolled herbal candles, and pressed flower candles. Please bring an empty ice cream pail, and a box to carry your candles home in.
Need Home Ec room.
Time: 2 hours
Supply fee: $12.00
Class size: limit 8
Ages: 10 and up
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Adult Classes
Tabletop Water Fountain
Everyone seems to want a fountain in their home. Many artists and companies offer a variety of fountains to the public in a broad range of prices and styles, but nothing can compare to the feeling of accomplishment that will come from creating your own. By building your own you not only save a great deal of money, but you are able to select the specific materials that will become a personal sanctuary in your home. The true joy is playing with the materials to create different sounds and looks that can be changed whenever you wish.
Materials List-Please bring these items to class with you:
*A large decorative and watertight bowl, deep enough for your pump plus at least 3 inches. This will become the reservoir for your fountain.
*A small bowl, pot (or sea shell) made of earthenware, clay, wood, or any other drillable material. This should be about ¼ the size of the large bowl, and will be the fountain piece from which water flows into the reservoir.
*River rock, shells, bones, arrowheads, marbles, any decorative element to use as filler and accent, enough to fill your large bowl. Also bring at least three larger sized rocks.
**Keep in mind that these three elements will be your fountain. They should accent each other nicely, and provide the look that you desire in a finished art piece. Try shopping your local thrift stores and garage sales for your pieces. You may want to have a couple of options on hand for the drillable small bowl.
*Underwater pump, 80 GPH. The pump must be small enough to fit in your bowl. Be sure it pumps water, not air. These range in price from $15 to $20. Try Menards or Michael's.
*Questions regarding materials may be directed to the instructor using the contact information below:
Lisa O'Hanlon or David Hacker - Owners/Artists - Ananke Designs
507-932-3336 or 866-979-4557
Lpohanlon@aol.com
Time: 2 hours
Supply fee: $6.00 which covers the cost of drill bits, tubing, and misc. supplies.
Class size: Limit 10
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Learn to manipulate wire into a fine jewelry piece. We will cover wire working techniques and familiarize ourselves with tools. Choose from 6 different colors of wire. Tools will be provided for use during class and available for purchase. Bring your glasses if you wear them!
Time: 2 hours
Supply fee: $8.00
Class size: limit 10
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Introduction to Jewelry Making - Bracelet and Matching Earrings
Learn the basics of making your own jewelry. You will never have to shop for days to find the right piece to match that special outfit again. What gift would be more cherished than a piece of jewelry that you made yourself? We will learn about tools and findings and go over beginning techniques. You will go home with a professional looking pair of earrings and a matching bracelet that you made yourself! (You may complete as many projects as time allows, choose from gold filled or sterling silver earring hooks.) Bring your glasses if you wear them!
Time: 2 hours
Supply fee: You will 'shop' for your beads the night of class. Plan to spend $10 to $50.
Class size: Limit 10
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We will use velvet ribbon and beads to create two lovely bookmarks in this class.
Time: 2 hours
Supply fee: Plan to spend from $5 to $15 depending upon the beads that you like.
Class size: limit 10
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We will create one of the popular Mother's bracelet's out of sterling silver and crystal beads. Create a wonderful keepsake for your mom or grandmother, or for yourself! Finished bracelets bear the names of the children in your family. We will meet in two sessions. Session one we will meet to order our beads and supplies, session two we will actually create our bracelets. Bring your glasses if you wear them!
Time: 2 sessions, two weeks apart.
Supply fee: Depends on project, must have a list from each student of the names they want on their bracelet two weeks prior to class in order for supplies to arrive on time.
Class size: Must have at least 85 letters to do the class at a reasonable cost. Sterling silver letters are $2.00 each.
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Come to class and complete an ankle bracelet for yourself or someone special! You may complete as many projects as time allows. Bring your glasses if you wear them!
Time: 2 hours
Supply fee: You will 'shop' for your beads the night of class. Plan to spend $5 to $15.
Class size: limit 15
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Inspired from the jewelry styles of the 20's and 30's, lariats are back in fashion. This string of beads is defined by any length longer than 48 inches. Can be worn wrapped around the neck as a choker or tied in a loose knot, can also be worn as a belt. A wonderful accessory to add to your collection, there will be a wide variety of beads to choose from. Bring your glasses if you wear them!
Time: 2 hours
Supply fee: You will 'shop' for your beads the night of class. Plan to spend $10 to $30.
Class size: limit 15
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Making Wire Wrapped Rings
Learn to manipulate wire into a ring! We will cover wire working techniques and familiarize ourselves with tools. Choose from 6 different colors of wire. Tools will be provided for use during class.
Time: 2 hours
Supply fee: $8.00
Class size: limit 10
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Learn to wrap your favorite stones into pendants that you can wear! We will cover wire working techniques and familiarize ourselves with tools. Choose from 6 different colors of wire. Tools will be provided for use during class. Stones will be available, but you may also bring a favorite.
Time: 2 hours
Supply fee: $6.00
Class size: limit 10
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These are so delicate looking-like the real thing, only bigger and with a permanent existence. They would look just gorgeous hanging from your Christmas tree this year! They also catch the sunshine hanging in a window. Constructed from silver wire and iridescent and crystal beads. Bring your glasses if you wear them!
Time: 2 hours.
Supply fee: $8.00
Class size: Limit 10
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You have never seen candlelight look so wonderful as it looks through these colored glass pieces. We will work glass on glass.
Must have art room.
Supply fee: $12
Time: 2 – 2 hour sessions
Size: Limit 10
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These are a lovely ornaments that can be hung from a tree branch or in a window. Finished ball measures about 5 inches across.
Supply fee: $12
Time: 2 hours
Size: Limit 10
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Eggshell Mosaic Box
Turn an ordinary cigar box and some eggshells into an exquisite work of art! Using a pattern of your choice, you will be amazed at the results of gluing broken eggshells onto an old cigar box! Create a treasured family heirloom! You will need to bring an empty cigar box, preferably wood, but cardboard is fine too.
Time: 2 hours
Supply fee: $8
Class size: Limit 10
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Bring any smaller piece of furniture to class, perhaps a small table, a chair, an old mirror or shelf. We will use mosaic technique to design and cover the piece with ceramic tiles and shapes. Use of broken pottery, dishes, and mirror pieces is optional, you may save them and bring them to class.
Room with sinks required.
Supply fee: $15.00
Time: Two 2 hour sessions
Size: Limit 10
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Bring an old bowling ball to class and we will transform it into a beautiful garden ornament.
Time: Two 2 hour sessions, or 1 two hour session they finish at home.
Supply fee: $10
Size: Limit 10
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In this class we will cover a boring 8 inch clay pot with different pieces of broken tile, pottery, glass, and mirror. We will cover mosaic design and application techniques.
Room with sinks required.
Time: One 2 hour session
Supply fee: $8.50
Class size: limit 10
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Learn about the ancient body art of henna painting. Otherwise known as mehndi, this intriguing art form has been practiced for over 5,000 years by many cultures throughout North Africa, South Asia, & the Middle East. Decorating is not specific to one particular religion or ethnicity, and is used for both traditional & non-traditional events. The 100% natural paste will stain the skin in patterns applied for up to two weeks. We will cover history and traditional uses, as well as pattern techniques. Students will receive a tube of paste for practice, and an optional henna design on the skin.
Time: 2 hours
Supply cost: $6
Kits, books and other supplies will be available for purchase. These items range in price from $3.50 to $18.
Class size: limit 12
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Learn the secrets of the magic of tie dye. You can learn to tie dye with a synthetic dye known as Procion. These are the dyes used by professionals. It will not wash out like the grocery store dyes, please dress accordingly for this class. Must bring 100% cotton items to dye, items are priced per piece with fairness to each student in mind. Please bring a large ziplock bag for each item.
Room with sinks required.
Time: 2 hours, wash and finish at home
Supply fee:
Each T-shirt is $6 to dye.
Socks are $3.50 per pair.
Shorts are $5 to dye.
Old cotton sheets are $10 each to dye.
Class size: Limit 10 people.
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Also known as millefiori, (which in Italian means 'one thousand flowers') canework was traditionally done with glass. The technique can also be applied to polymer clay. A “cane” is made, a large roll of clay with a picture throughout. This cane can then be sliced over and over again to reveal the same picture. Each student will make one cane, then we will all share, so that everyone will take home several canes to be used in future projects.
Home-ec room required.
Time: 2 hours
Supply fee: $10
Class size: limit 10
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We will use the canes that we designed in the Introduction to Polymer Clay - Canework class to create different projects. These will be discussed during the first class, and projects will be chosen per student. Beads, salt & pepper shakers, candleholders, letter openers, and pens are just a few examples.
Introduction to Polymer Clay – Canework is a prerequisite for this class.
Must have home-ec room.
Time: 2 hours
Supply fee: varies per student
Class size: limit 10
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Learn sculpture techniques, how to form shapes and build. Learn the tricks of clay sculpting. Break down forms into buildable parts.
Must have home-ec room.
Time: 2 hours
Supply fee: $10
Class size: limit 10
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We will use glass paints and ornaments to decorate interesting glass vessels. If you have a special glass bottle at home you are welcome to bring it to class, but vessels will be available.
Time: 2 hours
Supply fee: $8
Class size: limit 10
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You can choose from two projects for this class: a knitted purse, or a pair of slippers.
Learn basic knitting skills, and how to read patterns. Become familiar with supplies and types of yarn.
Time: Two 2 hour sessions
Supply fee: $12
Class size: Limit 8
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A basic stitch in beadwork that can be used to build limitless jewelry designs. We will learn the basic peyote stitch and complete a bracelet during this class. We will see many different examples of how this stitch is used in amazing beaded jewelry throughout the world.
Time: 2 hours
Supply fee: $5
Class size: Limit 8
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Do you have a piece of boring furniture in the garage or attic that is old and dusty? Wouldn’t it be great fun to pull it out and do something exciting with it? Bring it to this class! With some brightly colored paint and simple painting ideas and techniques you can turn that unused piece into something wonderful! Look for an old night stand, a wooden chair, an old footstool or bookshelf - even an old suitcase - any smallish piece that you can fit in your mom's car and carry to class. Please have it painted with two coats of fresh paint in the color of your choice.
Time: Two 2 hour sessions
Supply fee: $6.50
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We will use old kitchen objects and beads to create a really fun mobile that will catch sunlight and impress all of your guests!
Time: 2 hours
Supply fee: $6
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Learn the ins and outs of how to make your own candles. What do you add to paraffin wax so that it burns longer? How can you recycle that wax at the bottom of your candle holders? We will cover a brief history of candle making and become familiar with basic techniques and tools. We will fill two glass containers with candles, please bring a small box to carry them home in.
Need Home Ec Room
Time: 2 hours
Supply fee: $8.50
Class size: limit 15
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We will cover two candle projects in this class: moulded candles and hand dipped candles. Please bring a small box to carry your candles home in.
Need Home Ec. Room
Time: 2 hours
Supply fee: $8.50
Class size: Limit 10
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For those who have had some candle experience only, please. We will cover three candle projects: sand candles, rolled herbal candles, and pressed flower candles. Please bring an empty ice cream pail, and a box to carry your candles home in.
Need Home Ec room.
Time: 2 hours
Supply fee: $12.00
Class size: limit 8
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We will actually build a flower press during class and then learn how to use it to press a batch of summer flowers. The second half of class we will use some already pressed flowers to decorate candles and make some very special note cards.
Time: 2 hours
Supply fee: $16
Class size: limit 10
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Community Education Contacts for Communities
in which we teach:
- Kasson-Mantorville & Byron Community Education: (507) 775-2336
- Dover-Eyota Community Education: (507) 545-2631
- Montgomery-Lonsdale Community Education: (507) 364-8107
- Pine Island Community Education: (507) 356-8876
- Rochester Community Education: (507) 285-8646
- Rushford-Peterson Community Education: (507) 864-7065
- Stewartville Community Education: (507) 533-1650
- Triton (Dodge Center Area) Community Education: (800) 780-5072
- Wabasha-Kellogg Community Education: (651) 565-3559
- Winona Community Education: (507) 454-9450
- Owatonna Community Education: (507) 444-8942
- St. Charles Community Education: (507) 932-4700
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Bob Dylan
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Bob Dylan, June 12, 2005 interview with Ed Bradley on 60 Minutes (CBS)