Arts & Crafts Basket Weaving Guild Do you have a love of weaving and want to share your knowledge with others? Join the Terra Basket Weaving Guild. Meetings will take place the first Thursday of every month from 5:30pm-9:30pm. The purpose of the group is to promote interest in the art of basket weaving and share expertise with our members. Dues are $30 per year and due at the first meeting you attend. If you would like to register, please email [email protected] or call Lifelong Learning at 419-559-2255. Stitch of the Month Classes Let your creativity loose in these fun classes! The last Saturday of each month, you will learn a new stitch for either knitting or crocheting and with the help of your talented instructor, come up with a project that will highlight your new stitch. Depending on the project you choose, expect to finish your work at home. These classes are open to all ages (kids welcome!) For a complete listing of stitches, visit our website www.terra. edu/learning Instructor: Inge Massie, Owner Suit Your Self August’s Stitch • Knit – Chevron Stitch • Crochet – Knobby Edge Stitch 1 session Aug. 30 10:00am-12:00pm 15FCFT01Saturday $10 September’s Stitch • Knit – Triple Seed Stitch • Crochet – Tunisian Stitch 1 session Sept. 27 10:00am-12:00pm 15FCFT02Saturday $10 October’s Stitch • Knit – Duplicate Stitch • Crochet – Grafting Stitch 1 session Oct. 25 10:00am-12:00pm 15FCFT03Saturday $10 November’s Stitch • Knit – Double Knit Stitch • Crochet – Broomstick Lace 1 session Nov. 22 10:00am-12:00pm 15FCFT04Saturday $10 December’s Stitch • Knit – Kitchener Stitch • Crochet – African Flower Stitch 1 session Dec. 20 10:00am-12:00pm 15FCFT05Saturday $10 NEW! Knitted Cowl Scarf Get the look of the stylish long bulky cowls at the Gap, without the huge price tag. Designed by Jen Geigley, it was created to mimic this hot look. Featuring only two skeins of yarn and the gorgeous seed stitch, this chic cowl knits up quickly making it a great gift for the holidays (or 12 for yourself). Because it’s knit in the round, you also won’t have to worry about any seams and you get to use circular needles! Materials list provided at registration. Instructor: Inge Massie, Owner Suit Your Self 2 sessions Sept. 13 & 20 10:00am-12:00pm 15FCFT06Saturday $29 NEW! Knitted Oaklet Shawl Who doesn’t love a cute shawl when the weather is changing? This small triangular shawl with an easy lacy border, the Oaklet, is a pretty little accessory that you can wear around your neck or across your shoulders. The pattern is easy to modify if you want a larger shawl or extra drape. Materials list provided at registration. Instructor: Inge Massie, Owner Suit Your Self 2 sessions Oct. 11 & 18 10:00am-12:00pm 15FCFT07Saturday $29 NEW! Fused Glass Plate Create your own works of art with glass in this great class! You will be introduced to the fundamental concepts of creating glass objects in the kiln and then make an 7” x 7” fused and slumped plate, choosing from a selection of different types and colors of glass. Finished work will be available for pick up 1 to 2 week after class. No experience with glass is required for this course, which is recommended for beginners. Class limit is 10 students. *Cost includes all project supplies and glass. Instructor: Jill Groves, Fused Glass Artist 1 session Sept. 22 6:00pm-9:00pm 15FCFT08Monday $59* Fused Glass Jewelry Did you miss out on the class in the spring? Now it your chance to discover the basics of glass fusing over with Jill Groves. You will learn how to create beautiful works of wearable art by layering art glass and fusing the glass in a kiln. Each student will make 2 from the following choices; pendant, pin or pair of earrings. The first class is 3 hours long and begins with an introduction of art glass, kilns, effects of heat on glass, etc. The second hour includes instruction on glass cutting and equipment. The remainder of the class is spent choosing and layering glass. At the next session, we will add bails, earring wires, posts or pins to our finished pieces. No experience with glass is required for this course, which is recommended for beginners. Class limit is 8 students. *Cost includes all project supplies and glass. Instructor: Jill Groves, Fused Glass Artist 2 sessions Oct. 21 6:00pm-9:00pm Oct. 28 6:00pm-7:00pm 15FCFT09Tuesdays $69* NEW! Fused Glass Holiday Ornament or Hanging Looking for a perfect addition to your holidays? Let Jill Groves inspire you in this fun class! Each student will select a design for their projects, choose from a variety of class colors & types, cut their class and assemble their patterns to create 2 beautiful ornaments or hangings. Sample patterns will be available or you can bring your own. Patterns should be sized to a min of 1.5” X 2” or max of 4” x 4”. All equipment and materials included. Minimum age is 15. Finished work will be available for pick up 1 to 2 week after class. This class is geared to all skill levels from beginner to advanced. Class limit is 10 students. *Cost includes all project supplies and glass. Instructor: Jill Groves, Fused Glass Artist 1 session Dec. 3 6:00pm-9:00pm 15FCFT10Wednesday $59* Stained Glass Mosaics Come and learn to make a 25 square inch stained glass mosaic panel. Mosaics offer a great way to use small piece materials for exciting results. No experience is necessary. All tools and materials are provided. Visit www.stevesglassclass.com for photos of this project and FAQ. Class limit is 16 students. *Cost includes all project supplies and glass. Instructor: Steve Noblet, Stained Glass Craftsman 1 session Oct. 7 6:30pm-9:30pm 15FCFT11Tuesday $59* Stained Glass Panels Stained glass makes an amazing addition to any plain window. Learn to cut, foil, and solder a stained glass window panel for your home. You can choose from six designs including Frank Lloyd Wright, Celtic, Victorian, Quilt, Heart, and Star. To see photos of the projects, visit www. stevesglassclass.com. This class will meet two times but plan to work an additional 2 hours or so on your project between classes. All tools and supplies are furnished along with many beautiful colors of stained glass. No experience necessary. Class limit is 10 students. *Cost includes all project supplies and glass. Instructor: Steve Noblet, Stained Glass Craftsman 2 sessions Oct. 28 & Nov. 4 6:30pm-9:30pm 15FCFT12Tuesdays $129* Stained Glass Snowflake Just in time for the winter season! Come and make a beautiful stained glass snowflake ornament that is sure to be a hit whether it is for yourself or a gift. Students will cut, foil, and solder this handsome glass project in one evening. Choose from many glass colors, all tools and materials will be provided. No experience necessary. Visit www.stevesglassclass.com for photos of this project and FAQ. Class limit is 16 students. *Cost includes all project supplies and glass. Instructor: Steve Noblet, Stained Glass Craftsman 1 session Dec. 15 6:30pm-9:30pm 15FCFT13Monday $59* NEW ONLINE! START YOUR OWN ARTS & CRAFTS BUSINESS If you have an art or a craft and you dream about starting your own home-based or small business, this is the course for you! You’ll learn how to start your own arts and crafts business from a professional artist. You’ll discover how to find your niche within your chosen craft and how to create your own unique business identity. You’ll also see what makes marketing in the arts and crafts business different from marketing in most other enterprises, and you’ll find a sales approach that meshes with your personality and preserves your creative integrity. You’ll get insider secrets too, learning how to find and get into the best craft shows, as well as design booths that really draw customers in. You’ll also discover how to price your work effectively so you can set yourself up for success whether you’re selling through craft shows, in galleries, online, or even in your own retail store. *Online courses are not eligible for discounts. Instructor: Teri King Start dates monthly(Aug. 20, Sept. 15, Oct. 15) To register visit www.ed2go.com/kern 24 hrs. $89* Cooking & Foods NEW! Kitchen Basics Get inspired in this fun and informative class led by Executive Chef Ben Staples. As society changes, fewer people learn the proper ways to use their kitchen equipment and end up not using most of what they have. Let’s change that! In this hands-on class, students will learn proper knife techniques and other kitchen items. All supplies are provided, but if you want to bring your own knives feel free! Instructor: Ben Staples, Executive Chef, Cuyahoga Group 1 session Sept. 24 6:00pm-8:00pm 15FFDS01Wednesday $39 NEW! Beautiful Food Garnishes Have you ever wanted to make your food presentation stand out? In this amazing class, you will learn some tricks of the trade from Executive Chef Ben Staples! From turning radishes into roses and carrots into palm trees to ordinary eggs into penquins, this class is sure to inspire you to add more pizazz to your presentations! All supplies are provided. Instructor: Ben Staples, Executive Chef, Cuyahoga Group 1 session Sept. 24 6:00pm-8:00pm 15FFDS02Wednesday $39 climate in your yard. After that, you’ll discover how to properly prepare a garden bed so your crops have the best opportunity to thrive. Since healthy soil is the key to a great garden, you’ll see how to identify problems in pH and drainage and fix them. You’ll even learn to understand fertilizers and make compost! Along the way, you’ll delve into the variety of crops you can select: leafy greens, root vegetables, fruit, herbs, and more. Each type of crop has specific needs, so you’ll get tips on starting seeds, transplanting, pruning, and using container gardens and support structures. In addition, you’ll learn what to watch out for so you can spot pests and diseases before they destroy your bounty. And you’ll take the guesswork out of watering your garden as you explore a variety of irrigation options. Whether you want to provide your family with nutritious food, save money, get some exercise, or just be more self-sufficient, this course will give you the skills and knowledge you need to be on your way to a successful harvest. *Online courses are not eligible for discounts. Instructor: Katie Powell-Lee Start dates monthly(Aug. 20, Sept. 15, Oct. 15) To register visit www.ed2go.com/kern 24 hrs. $89* NEW! STEAK NIGHT Looking for a creative Friday night? Join Executive Chef Ben Staples for this culinary class where you not only prepare your food, you get to eat it too! Held in Terra’s new culinary lab, this class is sure to turn up the heat as you learn about proper steak preparation. You not only get to prepare your steak to perfection, you will learn how to prepare a gourmet accompaniment and pair the perfect wine with your meal. Space is limited to 12 couples so be sure to register early. *Cost includes your meal and wine. If drinking wine, participants must be 21 or older. Instructor: Ben Staples, Executive Chef, Cuyahoga Group 1 session Nov. 7 6:00pm-9:00pm 15FFDS03 Friday $99 single* $169 couple* NEW ONLINE! Start Your Own Edible Garden Grow delicious, nutritious fruit and vegetables in your own backyard! In this course, you’ll learn how to give your garden a healthy start and keep it growing strong all season. You’ll begin by figuring out which type of garden is right for you. Not everyone has the same amount of time, space, or sunshine, so the first step to a great harvest is selecting the right crops. You’ll explore climate considerations, learn how to read a zone hardiness map, and find out how to spot a micro- Cake Decorating Level 1 Would you like to wow your friends and family this holiday season with better decorating skills? In our first level of cake decorating, Wilton Certified Instructor Richana Smith will help you build better buttercream skills you can use for all your decorating projects, from cupcakes to cakes! You will learn how to fill and use a decorating bag, make icing to the right consistency for decorating, pipe lines and make simple borders, letters and shapes on your cake, and ice and decorate cakes and other sweet treats. The best part is you get to share your results! *Price includes the level 1 Wilton kit and book ($40 value). Material list provided at registration. Instructor: Richana Smtih, Wilton Certified Instructor 4 sessions Sept. 10 through Oct. 1 6:00pm-8:00pm 15FFDS04Wednesdays $79* 13