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2928 West 13th St. Ashtabula, Ohio 44004 phone: 440-964-3396 Search This Site: Several Workshops on Tap at Center: Posted: Friday, February 28, 2003 Sick of the cold weather? Keep warm - not to mention busy - with an array of workshops available at the Arts Center throughout the coming months. From hair braiding to pastel painting to basket weaving, there's something for everyone! Cooking Classes with Debbie LaPierre Cajun & Creole Cooking Thursday, March 20, 7 - 9 p.m. $22.50 Members / $25 Nonmembers Gumbo, Jambalaya, Creole ... the staples of the Cajun kitchen will be featured in this class. Learn to master the seasonings and sauces so often associated with these southern classics. Quick Cuisine Tuesday, April 29, 7 - 9 p.m. $22.50 Members / $25 Nonmembers Can it be done? Dinner preparation in a matter of minutes? You need to attend this class to find out how to solve your “dinner on the double” dilemmas. Seafood Sampler Thursday, May 15, 7 - 9 p.m. $22.50 Members / $25 Nonmembers Sample some succulent seafood selections that are simply sensational for springtime celebrations. Basket Workshops with Bev Newbold Lidded Picnic Basket .Three Classes: Thursdays, April 3, 10 & 24 5:30 - 9 p.m. Class Fee: $36 Member/$38 Nonmembers Materials Fee: $55 (includes lid - payable to instructor) This large traditional basket is perfect for summer events. It features two swing “D” handles, which are assembled with wooden knobs and screws for strength. Basket base measures 12 inches wide by 18 inches long. Body of basket is woven with several widths of reed and weaves 12 - 14 inches deep. Basket features a removable wooden lid and oak runners in its base for extra support. Students will assemble basket over a period of three class sessions. At completion, instructor will take finished basket to her workshop, where the wooden lid and a pair of oak runners will be made to fit the basket. Basket will then be returned to the Arts Center by the instructor on the next scheduled class date, where it may be picked up by the student, or by arranged pick-up between student and instructor. Because of the expense involved in making this basket, instructor would appreciate a firm commitment from those registering for this class. Mother’s Tea Basket Thursday, May 8, 5:30 - 9 p.m. Class Fee: $18 Members/$20 Nonmembers Materials Fee: $15 (payable to the instructor) An 8-inch square basket done on a low “D” handle weaves just the right size for paper napkins. This basket also makes an ideal gift basket to fill with chocolates, a mug for coffee or tea, some notepaper and stamps, a book, or other little “stuff” for mom on Mother’s Day. Body of basket weaves 4 inches high. This is a great basket for the beginning student who would like to learn to weave. Feathered Wall Basket Thursday, May 22, 5:30 - 9 p.m. Class Fee: $18 Members/$20 Nonmembers Materials Fee: $20 (payable to instructor) This wall basket employs a technique called “chase weave,” using both round and flat oval reed as weavers. It features a wide band at the bottom and top of the basket. An oak bushel basket handle will be placed on the back of the basket for hanging. A feathered pattern will be added to the front of the basket, using reed overlays. Basket base measures 6 inches wide by 3 inches deep. Body of basket weaves 9 inches high. Circumference at top of the basket is approximately 22 inches. Henna Workshop with Anzietta DiPierro Thursday, May 29, 6:30 - 8:30 p.m. $15 Nonmembers/$13.50 Members Henna is an all-natural pigment made from the dried leaves of the henna plant. There are many recipes of the mix. In this class, we will use a mix of high quality henna, eucalyptus oil and fresh lemons. The application is painless (applied with a squeeze tube the mixture tingles on the skin). Plan to spend 2 hours designing and applying henna to yourself or each other. (Drying time is approx.1/2 hour). Wear clothes that can be rolled up to apply the henna. The mud stays on your skin until it flakes off, and leaves a light yellow design which will turn brown in 1-2 days. The color (red or brown) and longevity of the design depends on individual body chemistry and where it is placed. Most henna decorations last 1-4 weeks. This class is intended for teens and adults. Hair Braiding Workshops with Anzietta DiPierro Beginning Hair Braiding Thursday, May 1, 6 - 8 p.m. Students in this workshop will learn many different braiding techniques, including a three strand French braid, a three strand classic braid, a five strand braid, and variations of the three and five strand techniques. DiPierro will also give tips on dividing and combing to create a professional look. All combs and pins will be provided by the instructor. The class is designed so that students sign up in pairs, with partners alternately learning the braiding technique and sitting to have their hair braided. All students must have at least shoulder length hair to participate in the workshop. Cost of the workshop is $12 per pair. There is a limit of twelve students. Hair Braiding II Thursday, May 15, 6 - 8 p.m. A continuation for those who have taken the first class. Students will learn to create the three strand circle, lace crown, and 5 strand braid. Cost is $12 per pair. Pastel Workshop with Rebecca Ollikainen “Still Life with Antiques and Flowers” April 26, 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. (with a 1-hour break for lunch) $31.50 Members / $35 Nonmembers This workshop is designed for students with some pastel experience. Rebecca will set up an interesting and challenging still life for students to work from. Instruction will focus on light texture and color blending. Students will have enough time to complete the still life during the workshop. Students need to bring: pastels blending tools small old paintbrush kneaded eraser spray fixative charcoal or pastel paper at least 18x24” in gray or a multicolored pad and choose from the colors when you arrive. Call for information on where to purchase if needed. Registration for any of the above workshops is required, and can be done by calling the Arts Center at 964-3396.