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Beginner Glassblowing: Valentine's PendantCreateThis beginner level glass art class will take students through the basics of safety and operation of a torch and raw glass materials. Students will be able to make heart shaped and Valentine’s Day themed pendants that make great gifts for someone special! This is an excellent class for couples as well.Winter/ Spring 2021
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Beginning Acrylic PaintingCreateLearn the art of painting with acrylic in this beginners course designed for those who have never picked up a brush and those who have dabbled in acrylics but want to learn more. You'll learn by following practical demonstrations that will help build confidence while introducing the concepts, tools, and techniques required to create your own works of art. Supplies not included. Supply list will be sent to student after registration.Winter/ Spring 2021
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Bob Ross Landscape Oil PaintingCreateEnjoy this 3-hour class to paint your very own Bob Ross replica landscape painting on a 20 x 16 canvas. The relaxed and calm atmosphere will allow you to enjoy the step-by-step presentation to help you create your own masterpiece. Each session provides a different landscape which may feature mountains, trees, rivers, lakes and sunsets. February: Distant Mountains March: Ocean Sunset April: Autumn Woods May: Moonlit Seascape All equipment and materials will be provided. Bring an apron or smock if you wish.Winter/ Spring 2021
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NewCreARTivity Kit: A Whole Lotta Love Valentine's KitsCreateWith Valentine's soon approaching, we have six (6) new kits to help get you ready to spread love and joy! Each project kits comes complete with: unfinished wood, paints, stencil, foam brush, foam wedges, glue, wood cut outs for slip in photo, wood cutouts, yarn/ribbon (Be Mine banner). Don't forget to order an extra kit for friends and family - they make great Valentine's gifts! Please select your kit(s) when ordering: Be Mine Banner - finished project length is 27" Love Is a Four-Legged Word - photo frame block, fits a 4x4 photo - finished project size is 8 1/2" x 51/4" Love You Most - photo frame block, fits a 4x4 photo - finished project size is 8 1/2" x 51/4" Be Kind - photo frame block, fits a 4x4 photo - finished project size is 8 1/2" x 51/4" A Dozen Hearts - finished project size is 8 1/2" x 51/4" Love You to the Moon - finished project size is 8 1/2" x 51/4" CreARTivity Kits are a collaboration between Minnetonka Community Education and White Bear Makerspace, supporting local crafters and artisans. CreARTivity Kit are assembled-to-order and may be picked up at Minnetonka Community Education on Thursdays. Minnetonka Community Education* will provide you with a confirmation of your pick-up date/time. Minnetonka Community Education Center, South parking lot 4584 Vine Hill Road, Excelsior, MN 55331 *No Contact Pickup with Safe Distancing Practices in Place.Winter/ Spring 2021
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CreARTivity Kit: DIY Cat Tails HangerCreateHang your keys, leashes, collars or whatever else you want on this adorable cat hanger. This customizable creARTivity kit includes everything you need: board, laser cut “meow”, custom name (additional fee), and cat shape of your choice, hook, paints (white, black, orange, brown - mix to create your own!), and everything you need to complete your hanger. Please select cat design when ordering; pick the shape that most closely resembles your kitty. Hanger size is 5.5 x 5.5. Wood sizes may vary by size due to length of customized name. CreARTivity Kits are a collaboration between Minnetonka Community Education and White Bear Makerspace, supporting local crafters and artisans. CreARTivity Kit are assembled-to-order and may be picked up at Minnetonka Community Education on Thursdays. Minnetonka Community Education* will provide you with a confirmation of your pick-up date/time. Minnetonka Community Education Center, South parking lot 4584 Vine Hill Road, Excelsior, MN 55331 *No Contact Pickup with Safe Distancing Practices in Place.Winter/ Spring 2021
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CreARTivity Kit: Gecko Tessellation Family PuzzleCreatePart of our CreARTivity Kits series, this Gecko Tesselation Family Puzzle kit includes everything you need to make this fun project! The unfinished kit comes with: unfinished wood, 4 colors of paint, brush, sponge wedges, 4 geckos, written directions, and access to video instructions on a Facebook group page. Each gecko measures 6 x 5.5 x .75 inches, and can interlock with other geckos to form a puzzle. CreARTivity Kits are a collaboration between Minnetonka Community Education and White Bear Makerspace, supporting local crafters and artisans. CreARTivity Kit are assembled-to-order and may be picked up at Minnetonka Community Education on Thursdays. Minnetonka Community Education* will provide you with a confirmation of your pick-up date/time. Minnetonka Community Education Center, South parking lot 4584 Vine Hill Road, Excelsior, MN 55331 *No Contact Pickup with Safe Distancing Practices in Place.Winter/ Spring 2021
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CreARTivity Kit: Hand-on-Hand Together Wood SignCreateThis CreARTivity Kit celebrates togetherness and is a great project for parent, grandparents and families. The unfinished kit includes everything you need: unfinished wood, stencil, 8 colors of paint, sponge brush, sponge wedges, written instructions, and access to video instructions on a Facebook group page. Finished project measures 13.75 x 9.25 inches. CreARTivity Kits are a collaboration between Minnetonka Community Education and White Bear Makerspace, supporting local crafters and artisans. CreARTivity Kit are assembled-to-order and may be picked up at Minnetonka Community Education on Thursdays. Minnetonka Community Education* will provide you with a confirmation of your pick-up date/time. Minnetonka Community Education Center, South parking lot 4584 Vine Hill Road, Excelsior, MN 55331 *No Contact Pickup with Safe Distancing Practices in Place.Winter/ Spring 2021
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CreARTivity Kit: Hangin' With My Gnomes Interchangeable SignCreateA fun CreARTivity Kit the whole family can finish together! It also makes a great gift (birthdays, holidays). The kit includes everything you need: unfinished wood sign, 3 cut-out gnomes, 3 noses, 3 interchangeable shapes (oars, life vest, fish), 3 interchangeable hats, Velcro, 10 colors of paint, glue, stencil, paint brush, foam brush, written instructions, and access to video instructions on a Facebook group page. Finished sign measures 9.25 x 14 inches. If you're wanting more customization options, you may purchase additional shapes kit (includes: 3 shapes, 1 hat, Velcro, paint, paint brush). The creARTivity Kits are a collaboration between Minnetonka Community Education and White Bear Makerspace, supporting local crafters and artisans. CreARTivity Kit are assembled-to-order and may be picked up at Minnetonka Community Education on Thursdays. Minnetonka Community Education* will provide you with a confirmation of your pick-up date/time. Minnetonka Community Education Center, South parking lot 4584 Vine Hill Road, Excelsior, MN 55331 *No Contact Pickup with Safe Distancing Practices in Place.Winter/ Spring 2021
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CreARTivity Kit: MN Home Photo BlockCreateThis creARTivity project with a MN HOME theme is one you'll love customizing and displaying in your home (or gifting). The kit comes complete with: unfinished wood, 3 paint colors, stencil, foam brush, foam wedges, glue, wood cut outs for slip in photo. Finished project measures 13.75 x 7 x 1.75 CreARTivity Kits are a collaboration between Minnetonka Community Education and White Bear Makerspace, supporting local crafters and artisans. CreARTivity Kit are assembled-to-order and may be picked up at Minnetonka Community Education on Thursdays. Minnetonka Community Education* will provide you with a confirmation of your pick-up date/time. Minnetonka Community Education Center, South parking lot 4584 Vine Hill Road, Excelsior, MN 55331 *No Contact Pickup with Safe Distancing Practices in Place.Winter/ Spring 2021
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CreARTivity Kit: Pup Leash/Collar HangerCreateYour furry family member needs their own piece of art! This customizable creARTivity kit includes everything you need: board, laser cut “Woof”, custom name (additional fee), and dog of your choice, hook, paint, and everything you need to complete your leash/collar hanger. Don’t get hung up on “breed” names, simply find a silhouette that matches your fur baby best. These are 5.5 x 5.5. Wood sizes may vary by size due to length of name. CreARTivity Kits are a collaboration between Minnetonka Community Education and White Bear Makerspace, supporting local crafters and artisans. CreARTivity Kit are assembled-to-order and may be picked up at Minnetonka Community Education on Thursdays. Minnetonka Community Education* will provide you with a confirmation of your pick-up date/time. Minnetonka Community Education Center, South parking lot 4584 Vine Hill Road, Excelsior, MN 55331 *No Contact Pickup with Safe Distancing Practices in Place.Winter/ Spring 2021
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CreARTivity Kit: Snowman & Friends Dress Up KitCreateA winter project for families, grandparents and kids! This adorable snowman creARTivity kit is all you need to have the best dressed snowman in town! Your unfinished kit includes: Kit A-Snowman includes paint, brush, foam brush, hand crafted wood smile, eyes, carrot nose, heart, letters, fabric scarf, 3 snowflake buttons. Wood pieces have wood dowels attached. Kit B-Olaf includes paint, brush, foam brush, wood coal buttons, eyes, carrot nose, and smile. Kit C-Rudolph includes paint, brush, foam brush, hand crafted wood antlers, eyes, nose, wood Christmas lights, and string. Wood pieces have wood dowels attached. Needed for all projects: SNOW! and Rust-Oleum Crystal Clear Enamel Spray for Superior coverage & Durability. Order one, or all three kits at a discounted price. Bulk ordering needed for a large group or company? Contact us for special pricing. CreARTivity Kits are a collaboration between Minnetonka Community Education and White Bear Makerspace, supporting local crafters and artisans. CreARTivity Kit are assembled-to-order and may be picked up at Minnetonka Community Education on Thursdays. Minnetonka Community Education* will provide you with a confirmation of your pick-up date/time. Minnetonka Community Education Center, South parking lot 4584 Vine Hill Road, Excelsior, MN 55331 *No Contact Pickup with Safe Distancing Practices in Place.Winter/ Spring 2021
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CreARTivity Kit: Time at the Lake Photo BlockCreateThis super cute lake-themed creARTivity kit includes everything you need to customize your 3-D photo block. The unfinished kit comes with: unfinished wood, 5 colors of paint, sponge brush, sponge wedge, paint brush, glue, wood cut outs for slip in photo, oars, letters, photo frame, written instructions, and video instructions on a Facebook group page. Finished project measures 13.75 x 7 x 1.75 The creARTivity Kits are a collaboration between Minnetonka Community Education and White Bear Makerspace, supporting local crafters and artisans. CreARTivity Kit are assembled-to-order and may be picked up at Minnetonka Community Education on Thursdays. Minnetonka Community Education* will provide you with a confirmation of your pick-up date/time. Minnetonka Community Education Center, South parking lot 4584 Vine Hill Road, Excelsior, MN 55331 *No Contact Pickup with Safe Distancing Practices in Place.Winter/ Spring 2021
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DIY Natural Spring SoapsCreateMake beautiful moisturizing sulfate-free melt ’n pour springs with rich natural oils in fresh phthalate-free floral, fruity and citrus fragrances you’ll love. Grab your friends and family for a very special night out - perfect for the gardeners in your life, and of course Mom! Fun floral and spring shapes delight your spirit and decorate your home with everyday luxury. Take home soaps in 4 fragrance blends, DIY recipes and tips. Spring scent options may include: grapefruit, mango, lemonade, margarita lime, orange, coconut, green tea, lily, jasmine, peony, lilac and botanicals like sage-citrus.Winter/ Spring 2021
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Intro to GlassblowingCreateLampworking is a method of glassblowing using a fix mounted torch to melt and manipulate glass into a desired form. We will go over safety, the torch and glass, work on solid shaped objects and marbles, transitioning into multiple variations of pendants. This class is for newer lampworkers and people with little or no experience on the torch.Winter/ Spring 2021
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Let's KnitCreateKnitting is a wonderful way to help reduce stress and anxiety and gives a feeling of accomplishment when you finish a project. Get ready for winter with these two fun and warm knitting projects. No knitting experience required; all supplies included. Let's Knit a Winter Hat: In this two-lesson course, you'll learn how to cast on, the knit and purl stiches, and cast off, to complete a stylish hat. Let's Knit Fingerless Mittens: Learn how to cast on, the knit and purl stiches, and cast off, to complete a pair of fingerless mittens in this two-lesson course. Each course fee includes a $25 supply fee.Winter/ Spring 2021
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Let's Knit A Mother's Day GiftCreateNothing says "I love you" better than a handmade gift. Join us as we knit mom (or that special someone) a necklace for Mother's Day. No knitting experience required; all supplies included. Course fee includes a $20 supply fee.Winter/ Spring 2021
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Online Watercolor PaintingCreateStarting SoonLearn to paint a beautiful scene in watercolors. Step-by-step instructions and discussion on dry brush work, wet-on-wet, and wet-on-dry are included as we work together in this online class. This is a great no-fear way to learn to paint in watercolors. A list of supplies needed will be provided after you register.Winter/ Spring 2021
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Painting Sampler ClassCreateHave you always dreamed of being a painter? Are you curious about the different types of paint artists use? We will explore watercolors, oils and acrylic paints, discuss tools and supplies used with each and have fun with hands-on creating.Winter/ Spring 2021
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SAORI WeavingCreateSAORI is a contemporary hand weaving style founded in Japan. This zen, therapeutic method of free-style weaving without any rules or restrictions of what or how to weave can temporarily remove us from the stress of our daily lives. SAORI weaving is not merely the act of weaving a piece of cloth; it is an attempt to identify our true selves. This therapeutic way of weaving heals you from your busy daily lives because SAORI is free-style weaving. “All flowers are beautiful, even though each individual flower is different in form and color. Because of this difference, “all are good”. Because everything has the same life, life cannot be measured by a yardstick. It is this individuality that makes everything meaningful and the uniqueness of each thread that creates the tapestry of life." “All flowers are beautiful, even though each individual flower is different in form and color. Because of this difference, “all are good”. Because everything has the same life, life cannot be measured by a yardstick. It is this individuality that makes everything meaningful and the uniqueness of each thread that creates the tapestry of life."Winter/ Spring 2021
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The Art & Craft of Floral ArrangingCreateNote: Classes are scheduled to run in-person, but may transition to online (with curbside pickup of supplies) if unable to hold in-person due to COVID guidelines. Learn the secrets of floral design to create everything from small arrangements to dramatic centerpieces. You’ll learn how to condition cut flowers and how to select the best shapes and colors for an arrangement. April Blues: We’ll use moody hues and lovely-smelling foliage to put us on the right track to something magical. Create a sumptuous vase arrangement to bring color and scent into your home when the outside world is otherwise less than inviting. Mother's Day Spring Arrangement: In this highly creative class, we'll teach you how to make a tall vase arrangement using a variety of dazzling spring flowers such as tall tulips, crisp fresh viburnum, the much-loved pussy willow and spring blossoms. The approach of this workshop will be contemporary in feel with an emphasis on the beauty of nature. Come alone or as a group and join us for one or all classes in this series. Registration will close 3 days prior to the class start date to allow enough time to acquire adequate course materials. Please bring a box for transporting your arrangements. All materials and flowers are included.Winter/ Spring 2021
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The Art & Craft of Floral Arranging: Roses for My SweetheartCreateRoses are the quintessential flower for Valentine's Day. Surprise your sweetheart, a friend, family or neighbor this Valentine's with a lovely bouquet of red roses. Your kit will include one dozen red roses, accent flowers, bear grass, salal, eucalyptus and glass vase. You will receive a link to an instructional step-by-step video by Marie Raley, showing you three different styles you can design: traditional/classic, modern or eclectic. Order deadline: Feb. 7, 2021 Note: Images are for inspirational purposes and examples of the designs you will learn to make. Your kit must be picked up at the following designated time and place: Friday, February 12th, 2021 between 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM Minnetonka Community Education Center, South parking lot 4584 Vine Hill Road, Excelsior, MN 55331 *No Contact Pickup with Safe Distancing Practices in Place. Minnetonka Community Education cannot store kits that are not picked-up at the designated date/time.Winter/ Spring 2021
