Permaculture classes in Brooklyn

MAKE IT YOURSELF!

Who says you need a homestead to practice Permaculture! We'll show you how to live the good life by putting your hands and kitchen to work. We think our bodies deserve the best and as permaculture hedonists believe that what we create with our hands is far superior to anything you can buy on the shelves of any store.

Last year we ran this series of lactoferment classes along with a Handcrafted Beauty series to great success. Many sold out fast with our cap at 10 students for each class. We checked our busy teaching and parenting schedules and set aside some dates to present these learning opportunities once again. Join us for these three fermented foods classes that will increase your vitality as well as your self-sufficiency. Come learn why fermented foods are so incredibly nutritious and how they can fit into your life.

The Handmade Beauty series will take the mystery out of formulating your own safe and cheap beauty necessities suitable for your gender of choice. We will explore a host of different ingredients from ones found in your kitchen cupboard to the more exotic ones found via the internet. This series will now include household cleaners as well. All of these will be great for gift giving!

Start crafting today and share your creations with friends and family!

$30 per class OR $25 if you register for two or more classes!

To register email back at this address dreikycaprice@gmail.com

Lactoferments
Saturday, December 11th
6:00- 8:00-pm $30

This workshop will walk you through making a variety of lactoferments including: kim chee, sauerkraut, ginger-carrots and other root crop lactoferments. Bring 2 wide mouth 1 pint glass mason jars with lids if you would like to take home jars of our finished products. Also bring a good cutting knife and a cutting board and the Beyond Organic vegetables will be almost entirely from our farm.
Handouts of recipes will be provided. IMPORTANT!!! Please register a week in advance so we can insure the correct amount of ingredients. This is sure to fill up fast!

Sourdough Bread
Sunday, December 12th
6:00-8:00pm $30

In this, our second fermented food workshop, we will harvest Brooklyn’s wild yeasts to make bread rise into a fluffy loaf that is truly delicious! We will show you the ins and outs of making and baking sourdough bread so that you can get started with confidence. We will also cover sourdough pancakes. Delicious! Participants should bring a small jar to take home some sourdough starter.


Handcrafting Home Brews
Friday, December 17th
6:00- 8:00 pm $30

This third workshop will cover: malting whole grains for superlative home brew beers and will include sources for organic whole grains; preparing herbal tonics and sacred beers with wild dandelion, yarrow, rosemary and others; culturing wild yeasts. Kombucha preparation will also be covered and kombucha “mothers” will be given away to make at home. Handouts of recipes will be provided.


Handmade Beauty Part 1 and 2
Saturday, December 18th
Part 1 - 2-4pm $30
Sunday, December 19th
Part 2 - 2-4pm $30

In this class we will craft a variety of body care products made from ingredients easily found in your kitchen cabinet or local heath food store. You will expand your knowledge of herbs, save money and feel your beautiful best by making and using your own handmade beauty products. Are you spending wads of cash on eco-household cleaners? Well you can stop! We will be providing recipes and samples for some of the most often used cleaners. Bring 5 or so small containers (washed take out condiment containers work great) so you can take some samples of what we craft home.
It would be great if people could let me know what they are interested in learning how to make. While I would like to cover it all in one class it just takes too much time!

Part 1

For your Face...
Face Cleanser
Face Scrub
Herbal Face Toner
Moisturizer
Tinted Lip Balm

Plus Household Cleaners!

Part 2

For your body...
Herbal Shampoo
Herbal Hair Rinse
Body Scrubs
Tooth Powder/Paste
Mouthwash
Shaving Cream
Deodorant

Plus Household Cleaners!

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Handcrafting Herbal Tinctures, Salves and Extracts will be offered after the new year. So get ready!

All of these classes will take place in our small apartment so enrollment in limited to 10 people for each class. Allergic to pets? We have a cat!
Please pre-register @ dreikycaprice@gmail.com so we know how many people to expect.

We can and will offer these classes again so please inquire if the dates don't work out for you.

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The Center for Bioregional Living
Ellenville / Brooklyn, NY
www.homebiome.com

embroidery news from Iviva Olenick

Dear friends,

This September, I had the pleasure of participating in a one-night exhibit, "Sleeping with Strangers," sponsored by Salon Ciel. I exhibited embroideries from my Were I So Besotted series alongside the black and white photographs of Robert Gerhardt. While the show was fleeting, the experience was recorded in a video, where you can see and hear Robert and I talk about our work: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IGEoPOtZqHk.

You can also read a review of "Sleeping with Strangers" here: http://gallerycrawl.typepad.com/gallery_crawl/2010/10/recent-fall-shows-in-brief.html. Thanks to James Kao for writing this article, and Salon Ciel for hosting the exhibit.

For those of you in the New York area, my latest installment of the Embroidered Art Journal class at Pratt CCPS in Manhattan is coming up very soon. The Embroidered Art Journal, PMDA-104-02, runs for 5 weeks on Friday evenings from 6:30-9:30 - November 5 - December 10th. $195/ 15 hours of workshop/studio time. This class is perfect for absolute beginners and more experienced embroiderers. With my guidance and input, each student crafts an art book incorporating embroidery and additional media of his/her choice. You can sign up via Pratt's web site, http://my.pratt.edu, or by calling 212-647-7199. I hope to see some of you there! Please feel free to share this information with friends.

Finally, if you live in Brooklyn, you can see my embroidered art work at Muriel Guepin Gallery on Bergen Street near Smith Street, steps away from the F/G to Bergen Street. The address is 47 Bergen Street, and the gallery sits beside the Invisible Dog, an event, performance, and exhibition space.

Thanks to all of you for your ongoing interest in my work.

with love,

Iviva

http://IvivaOlenick.neoimages.net

http://wereisobesotted.blogspot.com

http://www.IvivaOlenick.com

treehouse news

hey crafty cats and knitty kittens! * CRAFT CLASSES ARE BACK! * POETRY READING THURS * NEW & NEW-TO-YOU FALL CLOTHING *CRAFT CLASSES....you've asked, and we've brought them back! They start next week! And we FINALLY are offering a sewing class! Jump on it! ;) Fri Oct 8th 6:30-8:30p LEARN TO SEW with Cal Patch, author of "Design-It-Yourself Clothes" Do you have a sewing machine in your closet, but have never used it? Or you want to sew, but the last time you stitched anything up was in Home Ec class in 8th grade? If you are looking for a low-commitment class to get acquainted with your machine (or reacquainted with the art of sewing), this is the one for you! In this 3-hour session, you will learn how to thread a machine and wind a bobbin, sew a simple seam, and hem edges. You will make either a pillowcase, tote bag, or drawstring pouch. From this start you'll have a foundation for moving on to all kinds of sewing projects, and your machine may just become your very BEST friend! Note: You can bring your own machine or use one of ours; please let us know when you register. $70 Sun Oct 10th 6:30-8:30p INTRO TO KNITTING with Lydia Austin Knitting isn't just for squares! Learn to caste on cast off with fiber savant Lydia Austin as you knit your own beer coozie! Makes a great holiday gift! Beers included ;). $40 Sun Oct 17th 6:30-8:30p JUNK TO JEWELS with Treehouse owner and designer of Sirius Lux Siri Wilson Ever wonder what to do with all those beads and baubles from Grandma's closet? Or do you need yet another reason to keep hoarding broken necklaces and single earrings? Well here's your answer! In just one two hour session you'll learn the basics of jump ring usage, as well as chain layering and clasping. All this will be done with cut apart treasures and loose bead findings. We'll provide the know how and lotsa junk, feel free to bring your own baubles as well. Treehouse's own Siri will show you how it's done! tasty treats and refreshing beverages provided too! $40 *POETRY READING...tomorrow Sept 30th 7pm....this lovely lass strolled into treehouse and asked if she could throw a poetry reading in our branches. We said sure why not? cuz that's how we role. that's really all we know about it. oh, she's gonna bring a box of wine. and there's a facebook invite. swing by! live a little! *NEW FALL DELIGHTS....last but not least, just wanted to let you know we've got a new selection of Fall vintage beauties, especially dresses, and awesome jumpsuits, and everyday we seem to get a new designer's Fall collection....So FALL into our branches and enjoy our Harvest! ;) and thank you for supporting local designers and a local-run business at treehouse brooklyn! swing by and come hang in our branches! kisses from the branches, and reaching for the stars, sirius* treehouse looking forward to seeing you soon! So please don't forget especially in these challenging times to celebrate our community, and to support local! and dream global.... kisses from the branches and reaching for the stars, treehouse* brooklyn 430 graham ave btw withers and frost brooklyn 11211 (718) 482-TREE (8733) wed-sun 1ish-8ish info@treehousebrooklyn.com http://www.treehousebrooklyn.com http://treehousebrooklyn.blogspot.com http://www.facebook.com/treehousebrooklyn http://www.myspace.com/treehousebrooklyn http://treehousebrooklyn.etsy.com

CRISP COLD BUBBLES!! just sing "tiny bubbles" for a complimentary glass of bubbles with purchase. yes, treehouse is that rad. ;) xoxo, sirius* treehouse here's a video to practice your don ho. enjoy!

cal patch in brooklyn this weekend

this friday evening (the 19th) i’ll be visiting my old neighborhood and signing books (with the ever-so-stylish kayte terry) at treehouse. come by and say ‘hi’! you know siri knows how to throw a party, so there’s bound to be yummy snacks and drinks, along with all kinds of handmade loveliness. we’ll be signing from 7:30 to 9:30, and you can buy a book from me or bring in your own copy. i’ll be coming on the bus so i can’t carry a ton, so if you know you want to buy one (they’ll be $20) let me know in advance and i’ll reserve one for you.

also, it’s not too late to register for one of my patternmaking classes this weekend! i’ll be teaching at lena’s studio, brooklyn general, and home ec, so take your pick. all 3 are different classes; check out the details below…

saturday 2/20, 11am-4pm: all-day patternmaking at lena corwin’s studio

if you are frustrated with the lack of cute, simple sewing patterns on the market, why not make your own? use your own measurements to draft patterns made to fit YOUR body! in this all-day workshop, cal will show you the first two projects from her book, Design-It-Yourself Clothes. we’ll begin with an A-line skirt and then proceed to the T-shirt of your dreams! vegetarian lunch included.

sunday 2/21, 10am-noon: T-shirt patternmaking at brooklyn general

design and make your own clothes! in this 2-hour class you will learn the basic principles of making your own sewing patterns, and make a pattern for a T-Shirt that fits your own unique body. with this foundation you’ll be able to sew the projects you envision! basic sewing experience is helpful to get the most from this class.

sunday 2/21, 2-4pm: skirt patternmaking workshop at home ec

this introductory lesson in basic flat pattern techniques will give you the basic skills to draft patterns to fit any body! we will take measurements and make a simple skirt pattern with darts, which can be customized in all sorts of ways to suit your personal style.

january @ brooklyn general

Hiya! We hope you are all keeping warm and bundled up in fibery goodness! Are you up for a knitting challenge? Starting this Monday, Kaitlyn will be teaching how to knit Lace: Increase your knitting skill while learning the basics of lace knitting including provisional cast on techniques, reading a lace chart, and tips to help you correct, as well as avoid, mistakes. Pre-requisites: Decreasing (k2tog, skk) and yarn-over techniques. You will be learning to make both a lace-Scarf and a gorgeous triangle shawl. Session A: Mondays, January 11, 18, 25 & February 1 @ 7pm - 8:30pm $120/session Embroidery A few of you mentioned that you would like to learn embroidery but don't always have the time to commit to a 3-4 week class. Therefore we are introducing a shorter version to give you an embroidery jump-start: Introduction to Embroidery In this two hour workshop you will learn basic stitches that will allow you to create either a traditional sampler following the guidelines provided by history or to create a completely unique piece. With the skills learned you will be able to continue making beautiful pieces of art or simply embellish items of your own. Sunday January 10 @ 11am - 1pm $50/session The instructor, Fiber-artist Joetta Maue, is curating a contemporary Fiber Art exhibition at Sweet Loraine Gallery in Red Hook. The opening is tonight: connective thread an exhibition of contemporary fiber work that explores the role of thread & the act of making as connective. curated by Joetta Maue Opening January 9, 7-10 pm Sweet Lorraine Gallery !83 Lorraine St, Red Hook Brooklyn. Website Update Did you know that you can now view and sign up for our classes online? http://www.brooklyngeneral.com/shop/classes/ And last but not least: Patternmaking Cal Patch's next session is right around the corner: Design and make your own clothes! In this 2-hour class you will learn the basic principles of making your own sewing patterns, and learn how to take your measurements and make a pattern for a T-Shirt or a Skirt that fits your own unique body. With this foundation you'll be able to sew the projects you envision! Basic sewing experience is helpful to get the most from this class. Materials: a roll or pad of newsprint, drawing paper or pattern-making paper, at least 14" wide; see-through 18" ruler; tape measure; pencil and sharpener (or mechanical pencil); eraser; clear tape; scissors (for paper) Session A: Sunday January 24 @ 10am-12pm (Skirt) $50/workshop See you at the shop! Brooklyn General Store Store Hours: closed Mondays Tuesday-Thursday:12 pm - 7 pm Friday & Saturday:12 pm - 6 pm Sunday: 12 pm to 5 pm 718.237.7753

winter classes at home ec

Happy New Year from Flirt and Home Ec! We're so happy to see 2010! So many fantastic things to look forward to! There are many exciting projects on the horizon for this year including youth sewing camps, after school sewing programs, and quilting parties! Not to mention brand new spring/summer designs from Flirt Brooklyn! So keep your eyes on your email for exciting updates! For the moment check out our spring class offerings below including, due to popular demand, a youth weekend sewing class! New Build A Bag Sessions! Youth and Adult Sessions Available! It's a brand new year and time to pick up a brand new skill! Our extremely popular Build a Bag workshop will serve as a project driven Intro to Sewing Machine class that will have you leaving with your very own reversible cotton tote! For kids we've added the Youth Build A Bag! A modified version of our adult Build a Bag for those aspiring sewers age 8+. This 3-hour Saturday workshop is a perfect way to introduce the sewing machine to your blossoming fashion designer! Sign Up Here! Build A Bag Workshop Altered States: An Alterations Workshop Four different Saturday sessions available 11:30am to 6pm: January 16th February 13th March 13th April 17th This fantastic one-day alterations workshop created by superwoman Cal Patch and taught by Home Ec guru Patti Gilstrap will teach you the basic tailoring techniques you need to help you revamp the wardrobe you already have. It will also save you big bucks on simple jobs like hemming your jeans. Say bye-bye to your tailor! To Sign Up For Altered States Click Here Flirt Skirt Class Learn to make your own Flirt Skirt Are you looking for a more intermediate class now that you've taken our Build a Bag workshop? Or are you you a self-taught sewer who needs a little help with darts and zippers? Well this is the class for you! This one-day workshop will take you from soup to nuts making your own custom skirt from a commercial pattern. You'll learn to read the pattern, determine the correct sizing, set darts, and sew an invisible zipper. Supplies and some prior experience with a sewing machine are necessary. To sign up for Skirt Class Click Here Cal Patch Is Back!! The author of the patternmaking book "Design it yourself Clothes: Patternmaking Simplified" is back to teach a number of classes at Home Ec! T-Shirt Patternmaking 101: $40 If you've always wanted to learn how to make your own patterns, here's your opportunity! In this 2.5 hour introductory workshop, you will learn to draft the pattern for a T-shirt that fits YOUR body! Skirt Patternmaking Workshop: $50 This introductory lesson in basic flat pattern techniques will give you the basic skills to draft patterns to fit any body! How To Sew A T-Shirt: $80 Has the thought of sewing knits always intimidated you? Do you think you needed a serger to sew with stretch? Cal will show you that it's easier than you think to make your own knit tops, including several options for finishing necklines. Flirt 93 5th Avenue Brooklyn NY, 11217 718-783-0364 Store Hours: Monday - Saturday (12 - 8pm) Sunday (12 - 7pm) Or shop online anytime: Flirt's Online Store

learn embroidery with iviva

Dear friends,

My very best wishes to you all for the new year, and my deep thanks for all of your support in 2009. I thought you and/or some friends might be looking for a creative way to ring in the new year. I am teaching several embroidery workshops in January and February, and one from April - May.
Each class is suitable for both beginners and more experienced embroiderers. Each class covers a basic stitch vocabulary, as well as techniques and ideas for using embroidery to draw and render text.

Details on when, where, and how to register:

1. Course: Extraordinary Embroidery - 3-hour workshop
When: Saturday, January 9th from 1-4pm
Where: 3rd Ward in Williamsburg - 573 Metropolitan Avenue, just steps from the L/G train stop to Lorimer/Metropolitan
To register and for more info: http://www.3rdward.com/3rdwardclasses/extraordinary-embroidery.html

2. Course: Extraordinary Embroidery - 3-hour workshop
When: Saturday, February 13th, 11am-2pm
Where: 3rd Ward in Williamsburg - 573 Metropolitan Avenue, just steps from the L/G train stop to Lorimer/Metropolitan
To register and for more info: http://www.3rdward.com/3rdwardclasses/extraordinary-embroidery.html

3. Course: The Embroidered Art Journal 10/SP-PMDA-104-01
When: five, 3-hour class sessions on Sundays from 10am - 1pm - January 31 - February 28 Where: Pratt Center for Continuing and Professional Studies in Manhattan
For full course listing: http://www.pratt.edu/academics/continuing_education_and_professional/faculty_and_staff/bio/?id=iolenick
To register: http://my.pratt.edu OR http://www.pratt.edu OR call 212-647-7199 and register with a credit card M-Th 10am-6pm; F 10am-2pm

4. Course: The Embroidered Art Journal 10/SP-PMDA-104-02
When: five, 3-hour class sessions on Wednesdays from 6:30pm - 9:30pm - April 21 - May 19 Where: Pratt Center for Continuing and Professional Studies in Manhattan
For full course listing: http://www.pratt.edu/academics/continuing_education_and_professional/faculty_and_staff/bio/?id=iolenick
To register: http://my.pratt.edu OR http://www.pratt.edu OR call 212-647-7199 and register with a credit card M-Th 10am-6pm; F 10am-2pm

If you have questions, get in touch! I would love to hear from you.

Iviva Olenick
http://IvivaOlenick.neoimages.net
http://wereisobesotted.blogspot.com
http://www.IvivaEmbroiders.etsy.com

winter/spring at brooklyn general

Hello, We're pleased to offer the following classes for the Winter & Spring! Call the shop at 718-237-7753 to reserve your space. Some Classes fill up fast, so sign up today! SEWING 101 This class will teach you all the basics: how a sewing machine works, cutting from a pattern, and how to sew a simple wrap skirt or 50's style apron. With these techniques, you'll be on your way to stitching up all kinds of projects! (If you are bringing your own fabric please wash it before the first session, fabric is also available for purchase at the store) Session A: Tuesdays, January 5, 12, 19 & 26 @ 6:30pm - 8:30pm Skirt Session B: Saturdays, February 13, 20, 27 & March 6 @ 9:30am - 11:30am Apron Session C : Tuesdays, February 23, March 2, 9 & 16 @ 6:30pm - 8:30pm Skirt Session D: Tuesdays, April 13, 20, 27 & May 4 @ 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm Skirt Session E: Saturdays, May 8, 15, 22 & 29 @ 9:30am - 11:30am Apron $160/session SEWING 102 Step up your stitching skills with this very practical "All-Day Tote" bag from Lotta Jansdotter's book Simple Sewing. You'll learn how to do pockets, linings, top-stitching and straps and become much more confident with your sewing. Beginner sewing skills required. Session A: Saturdays, January 16, 23, 30 & February 6 @ 9:30am-11:30am Session B: Fridays, February 5, 12, 19 & 26@ 6:00pm - 8:00pm Session C: Saturdays, March 13, 20, 27 & April 3 @ 9:30am-11:30am Session D: Tuesdays, May 11, 18, 25 & June 1 @ 6:30pm - 8:30pm $160/session SEWING 103 Make your own dress! Skills covered include pleats, darts and inserting a zipper. Session A: Wednesdays, January 27, February 3, 10, 17 & 24@ 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm $200/session SEWING 104 Learn to make a fitted blouse with pin pleats and lots of shaped seaming! Session A: Wednesdays, March 3, 10, 17, 24 & April 7 @ 6:30pm - 8:30pm $200/session SEWING 105 In Sewing 105 we will make a coat. Skills to be learned include princess seams, loops or Button-holes as closure options & lining insertion. Choose the fabric to match the season you desire. You will walk out of this class in high style and with more sewing skills. Session A: Wednesdays April 14, 21, 28, May 5 & 12 @ 6:30 - 8:30pm $200/session SEWING 106 In Sewing 106 you will learn to sew a fitted pair of pants. Session A: Wednesdays, May 19, 26, June 2, 9 & 16 @ 6:30pm - 8:30pm $200/session SEWING CHILDREN'S CLOTHES Create a one-of-a-kind garment for a child. Session A: Tuesdays, February 23, March 2, 9 & 16 @ 10am-12pm $160/session PATTERN-MAKING WORKSHOP Design and make your own clothes! In this 2-hour class you will learn the basic principles of making your own sewing patterns, and learn how to take your measurements and make a pattern for a T-Shirt or a Skirt that fits your own unique body. With this foundation you'll be able to sew the projects you envision! Basic sewing experience is helpful to get the most from this class. Materials: a roll or pad of newsprint, drawing paper or pattern-making paper, at least 14" wide; see-through 18" ruler; tape measure; pencil and sharpener (or mechanical pencil); eraser; clear tape; scissors (for paper) Session A: Sunday January 24 @ 10am-12pm (Skirt) Session B: Sunday February 21 @ 10am-12pm (T-Shirt) Session C: Sunday March 28 @ 10am-12pm (Skirt) Session D: Sunday April 18 @ 10am-12pm (T-shirt) Session E: Sunday May 23 @ 10am-12pm (Skirt) $50/workshop QUILTING You will cut, piece, and assemble a quilt top and then back and bind it to make a complete crib-sized quilt. For novices and more experiences quilters alike. While hand sewing is an option, you may find it useful to have a sewing machine at home. Session A: Thursdays, January 7, 14, 21 & 28 @ 7pm -9 pm Session B: Thursdays, March 18, 25, April 1 & 8 @ 7pm- 9pm Session C: Thursdays, May 27, June 3, 10 & 17@ 7pm - 9pm $160/session BEGINNING KNITTING Learn how to knit! We'll teach you everything you need to know to make a scarf or another basic project. Skills include: casting on, knitting, purling, binding off, a few pattern stitches, and problem-solving. Session A: Wednesdays, January 6, 13 & 20 @ 7 pm-9 pm Session B: Tuesdays, February 2, 9 & 16 @ 7-9pm Session C: Mondays, March 8, 15 & 22 @ 6:30pm - 8:30pm Session D: Mondays, May 10, 17 & 24 @ 6:30pm- 8:30pm $120/session PROJECT KNITTING Ready for a new challenge? Stuck on something? This class will help you take your knitting to the next level. Decreasing, increasing, knitting in the round, reading a pattern, piecing your work, blocking--these are just some of the skills you might learn while working on your project. Session A: Wednesdays, January 6, 13 & 20 @ 7pm - 9pm Session B: Tuesdays, February 2, 9 & 16 @ 7pm - 9pm Session C: Mondays, March 8, 15 & 22 @ 6:30pm - 8:30pm Session D: Mondays, May 10, 17 & 24 @ 6:30pm - 8:30pm $120/session FAIR ISLE KNITTING Ever looked at some gorgeous fair isle and thought, "I'd love to make that, but I never could!"? Well, you can! Learn the basics of Fair Isle knitting (also called stranded color-work) while making a pair of winter socks/mittens. This will be the perfect opportunity to make a great holiday gift. Prerequisites: Knitting in the round on double-pointed needles. Session A: Fridays, March 5, 12, 19 & 26 @ 6:30pm - 8:30pm $160/session LACE KNITTING Increase your knitting skill while learning the basics of lace knitting including provisional cast on techniques, reading a lace chart, and tips to help you correct, as well as avoid, mistakes. Pre-requisites: Decreasing (k2tog, ssk) and yarn-over techniques. Session A: Mondays, January 11, 18, 25 & February 1 @ 7pm - 8:30pm Session B: Mondays, April 5, 12, 19 & 26 @ 7pm - 8:30pm $120/session TOY KNITTING Make your own knitted toys! This class will teach you the basics of three-dimensional shaping and have you on your way to knitting toys for all the tots you love. Basic knitting skills required. Session A: Fridays, April 16, 23 & 30 @ 6:30pm - 8:30pm $120/session KNITTING FINISHING, TIPS & TRICKS Beautifully knit projects can be ruined by sloppy finishing. This class will give you the skills you need to make your knitted garments a success from start to finish. Session A: Sundays February 28 & March 7 @ 5pm - 7pm Session B: Sundays May 9 & 16 @ 5pm - 7pm $80/workshop MAMA/BABY KNITTING A fun alternative to a "new moms" group. Bring your baby and come knit with us in a relaxed, supportive, baby-friendly atmosphere. Beginners through advanced knitters--all are welcome! (Join anytime and will prorate your session) Session A: Mondays, January 11, 18, 25 & February 1 @ 11am - 1 pm Session B: Mondays, February 8, 15, 22 & March 1 @ 11am - 1 pm Session C: Mondays March 8, 15, 22 & 29 @ 11am - 1pm Session D: Mondays, April 5, 12, 19 & 26 @ 11am- 1pm Session E: Mondays, May 3, 10, 17 & 24 @ 11am - 1pm $160/session CROCHET/ALL LEVELS For beginners or an advanced crocheters who would like to tackle a new technique (Broomstick lace, Amigurumi, Irish lace, etc.). This class will take a project driven approach to the gorgeous craft of crochet. Session A: Thursdays, February 25, March 4 & 11 @ 6:30pm - 8:30 pm Session B: Thursdays, May 6, 13 & 20 @ 6:30pm - 8:30pm $120/session PARENT/CHILD KNITTING Come with your child (7 year olds and up) and learn a new craft together. This is a great way to get creative together and wind down before starting a new work/school week. Session A: Sundays January 24, February 7 & 14 @ 5pm - 6:30pm Session B: Sundays March 7, 14 & 21 @ 5pm - 6:30pm $125/session SPINNING Learn how to spin and design your own yarn on a drop spindle. Class includes an overview of animal and plant fibers, how to card and blend different fiber types and colors, plying instruction, and an introduction to the spinning wheel. Session A: Thursdays February 4, 11 & 18 @ 7pm - 9pm Session B: Thursdays April 15, 22 & 29 @ 7pm - 9pm $120/session NEEDLE FELTING Learn the basics of needle felting and let your imagination run wild! Session A: Tuesdays, March 23, 30 & April 6 @ 6:30pm - 8 pm $90/session INTRO TO EMBROIDERY In this two hour workshop you will learn basic stitches that will allow you to create either a traditional sampler following the guidelines provided by history or to create a completely unique piece. With the skills learned you will be able to continue making beautiful pieces of art or simply embellish items of your own. Session A: Sunday January 10 @ 11am - 1pm Session B: Sunday February 7 @ 11am - 1pm Session C: Sunday March 14 @ 11am - 1pm $50/session APPLIQUE & EMBROIDERY BEE Learn a variety of basic embroidery stitches and simple applique techniques to create a unique piece of art, decorate your clothing, home, toys or accessories! Each student will have time to work on their own project in class to practice their new skills. (Custom samplers available for class practice or turn simple line drawings into your own custom pattern!) This class is perfect for beginners as well as those who wish to refresh their embroidery skills. Session A: Saturdays April 10, 17 & 24 @ 11am - 1pm $120/session PHOTO EMBROIDERY CLASS In this class, you will learn to create an embroidered piece of art by transcribing a photograph of your own onto a piece of fabric. Session A: Mondays, February 8, 15, 22 & March 1 @ 6:30pm - 8:30pm $160/session MAGIC LOOP KNITTING Learn to knit two socks simultaneously on circular needles. Students should be comfortable knitting in the round to fully benefit from this class. You will learn several ways to cast on and be shown how to knit socks toe-up and cuff-down. Using your own foot for this session you will be making custom tailored socks and learn to design patterned socks. Session A: Sunday April 11, 18 & 25 @ 5pm - 7pm $120/session SPECIAL EVENTS KNIT A TEENY-TINY ELEPHANT WITH ANNA OF MOCHIMOCHI LAND Sunday, March 7 @ 10 am -12 pm $50/workshop Anna Hrachovec of Mochimochi Land will show you how to knit the smallest elephant ever! Using fingering-weight yarn and size 1 double-pointed needles, you will learn how fun it is to knit miniatures that require little or no seaming, very little yarn, and hardly any time at all. (Most can be made in under one hour.) Along with the Tiny Elephant pattern, class participants will also receive patterns for Tiny Corn, Tiny Violin, and Tiny Toothpaste. Techniques covered include knitting in the round using double-pointed needles, I-cord, and picking up and knitting stitches. The workshop will be followed by a very special Mochimochi Land Trunk Show! Supplies: Fingering weight yarn in one color, plus small amount of black yarn Set of size 1 double-pointed needles Small tapestry needle (Stuffing will be provided) Some experience with knitting in the round is recommended. MAKE AN EMBROIDERED FELT TOOL POCKET AND A FINGER PUPPET WITH KATA GOLDA Sunday March 21 @ 5-7pm $90/workshop (includes materials fee) Kata Golda will be teaching you how to make two projects from her book KATA GOLDA'S HAND STITCHED FELT. Included with the workshop, you will receive a signed copy of the book, the felt, stuffing and embroidery floss. From 3-5pm Kata will be holding a Trunk Show & Book signing. STEEKING Sunday March 28 @ 5pm - 7pm $50/workshop This workshop will allow you to take a guided "stab" at this daunting technique that entails cutting... yes CUTTING your knitting to make room for an opening and create a space to add another piece. See you at the shop! Brooklyn General Store Store Hours: closed Mondays Tuesday-Thursday:12 pm - 7 pm Friday & Saturday:12 pm - 6 pm Sunday: 12 pm to 5 pm 718.237.7753

Brooklyn General Store Store Hours: closed Mondays Tuesday-Thursday:12 pm - 7 pm Friday & Saturday:12 pm - 6 pm Sunday: 12 pm to 5 pm 718.237.7753

winter classes at clay wood & cotton (beacon, NY)

Winter Class Lineup We've put together an amazing lineup of Saturday classes to help you beat the winter blues. There's something for everyone — make something with yarn, paper, wool and more! Classes make great gifts! We can hook you up with a gift certificate for one of these great classes. We're open all day, 11:30am until 9pm tomorrow, Christmas Eve. January Bookbinding, 1/16, 5:30-9:30pm. Learn to make your own books with Nic Taylor, one half of Garrison's Thunderwing Press. In this 4-hour workshop, attendees will become accustomed with the philosophy and art of both Eastern and Western bookbinding, the materials used in construction, as well as have an opportunity to create their very own original bound book. Make Your Own Greeting Cards, 1/23. Use techniques like collage and your own custom stamps to create your very own line of cards! This is a great class for teens and older artsy kids as well— 10 and over welcome with a grown-up, 13 and over welcome solo. Crochet 101, 1/30. Never picked up a crochet hook before? We’ll get you started in this 2-hour class. You’ll learn the basic stitches and get going on a simple project—and get the pattern to take home! $15 materials fee, optional. February Needle Felting, 2/6, $10 materials fee. Learn to make soft creatures, pendants, ornaments, or anything you like by "sculpting" with wool and a special felting needle. We're hosting Nguyen Le, the fiber artist behind KnitKnit whose work has received national coverage, as the instructor for this class. Embroidery, 2/13, $10 materials fee. Learn the basics of embroidery with crafter and maker extrordinaire Cal Patch of Hodge Podge Farm. Practice your new skills on an original Valentine's Day pattern. Knitting Class: Superstar Hat with Jill Draper, 2/20, materials optional (see note). Afraid to use circulars or double points? This super easy hat is knit sideways on two needles with one seam. Even if you are a hat knitting pro, this is a fun twist on the classic cap. Soap Making For Kids, 2/27. Bring the kids in to learn to make soap with Tara and Jeff, who make the luscious Meow Meow Tweet line of soaps. We've got more on the way in March — more knitting, appliqué, kids' jewelry and monster making. We'll be announcing them soon, you can also bookmark our Google calendar. About our classes: All classes are 10:30am-12:30pm unless otherwise noted. All our classes are $40 + materials fee if applicable. Knitting & Crochet: Students may bring their own supplies, call or email info@claywoodandcotton.com for details. Space is limited, a 50% deposit will secure your spot. Call (845) 481-0149 during store hours or drop by. For hours and directions, visit ClayWoodAndCotton.com Cancellations must be made at least 48 hours prior to the class in order to receive store credit for your deposit.

Clay Wood & Cotton 149 Main Street Beacon, NY 12508