Creating Crochet Hooks

Description: Students will begin the class learning precise techniques for fine spindlework, moving on to turning a comfortable and usable crochet hook. Learn design from a professional fiber arts tool-maker: students will be given extensive information on wood selection, form, and segmenting, as well as finishing techniques. Learn all the tips and tricks to making the perfect crochet hook!

Introduction to Woodturning

Description: An excellent introduction into the world of woodturning, students will begin the class learning precise turning techniques from a professional woodturner, culminating in a finished product by the end of the class. Two classes available: faceplate or spindlework, with the finished projects of a bowl or bud vase/weed pot.

Breathtaking Boxes

Description: Explore one of the most enjoyable, yet challenging projects in woodturning: the box. Students will turn a box, learning about what makes a good design, as well as the technical aspects of box construction, hollowing, and lid fitting. Precise turning techniques will be demonstrated, as well as tips and tricks to bring your box turning to the next level. This is an intermediate level class: students must have woodturning experience.

Turning Tea Lights

Description: This class will introduce you to basic woodturning technique with a hands-on project making a candleholder. These tea-light holders make lovely accents for every home, and are perfect gift items! Explore shapes and design with this fun, usable project.

Turning Christmas Ornaments

Description: Turn your very own heirloom Christmas ornaments, which will be loved by your family for years to come! An excellent introduction to woodturning, students will learn basic cuts as they learn spindlework techniques. Christmas ornaments make wonderful, personal gifts!

Custom Classes

Description: With my specialty in turning fiber arts tools, I also offer specialized classes creating a variety of fiber tools and ornaments, including crochet hooks, nostepindes, knitting needles, drop spindles, lace bobbins, shawl pins, and hair sticks. Contact me to develop a customized class for your group!