Adventures in Classes

One of the things that keeps Piecemakers bustling with activities is our classes. Check out our class schedule and you are sure to find classes in a skill you have been wanting to learn or one that just tickles your fancy.

Below are pictures from various classes, and as you will see there are classes for children as well as adults - and, we have a whole section of our "Kids' Classes" devoted to home schoolers.
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Knitting with Mary Ann Archbold - December 11, 2010

Learning new stitches and projects.	Treats for "break" time.	Samples of the classes taught by Mary Ann.

A time to visit as well as learn... a class portrait!

"Dollmakers' Choice" with elinor peace bailey - January 30, 2011 elinor peace bailey has been a great influence in the cloth doll world for many years and always encourages originality in her students' creations. She has designed fabrics, published numerous patterns and authored many books.

A collection of elinor's original doll designs on display.

Class is in full swing.

Dolls in progress - each one very different from the next.

"Vegetarian Cooking Around the World" with Debbie Gedayloo - February 5, 2011

Debbie is a holistic nutritionist and vegan chef, specializing in teaching healthy eating and living. These students are enjoying their new cooking experience!



"Kids' Garden Stepping Stones" with Debbie Gedayloo and Diane Maffris - February 5, 2011 As you can see by these students' pictures, kids' classes aren't just for kids!



"Sew Up Some Fun Kids' Club" with Diane Maffris - December 14, 2010 The kids are becoming avid sewers in Diane Maffris’ sewing program. Her goal is to pass on her passion for sewing and skills to all ages so that they can enjoy a lifetime of creativity!

"Morris - Whimsical Dancer" with Barbara Schoenoff from Champaign, Illinois - May 29-30, 2010

Barbara has a broad background in costume design, and became a serious doll designer twelve years ago, teaching at conferences all over the states. Winner of the Hoffman Challenge and several other competitions, her work is on the cutting edge.