I’m sure many people keep a record of their days and weeks by writing in a journal, but how many have actually made the paper they are writing on? For Pat Crawford of Cantril it is an everyday event and she is making that opportunity available to you by teaching the art of paper making and binding it into a journal. Personalizing the very paper you write on is rewarding and Pat will take you step by step through the process. Registration is still open for the class that will be held Thursday and Friday, September 22nd and 23rd.
Have you ever thought about learning the art of forging iron in a blacksmith shop? Well now is your chance as Bill Printy fires up the forge and opens his academy for another exciting class in beginning blacksmithing at Iron and Lace in Bentonsport, Iowa. Bill and his apprentice, Mark Heisdorffer, will instruct you in the proper use of the forge, the anvil and each of the specific tools of the trade. Students come from all over the country to experience the everyday life of the blacksmith and learn from a master who has turned iron work into a fine art.
Call us today at (319) 592-3700 or go to our web site at www.villagesfolkschool.com to register for the class of your choice.
The scenic river valley and colorful country side of Van Buren County has become the home of many artists because its splendor is a constant boost to their creative life. Those of us who live here often forget to enjoy the simple pleasure of a drive through the flowing hillsides of this southeastern Iowa county but we should be thankful for the quality of life it provides us. Spending a weekend with one of the folk school artists who make their living painting, blacksmithing, turning pottery, etc. will help you capture some of the motivation this area provides them as they live the arts in this beautiful river valley.
The peaceful surroundings of our historic villages provide a place for the arts to thrive and offer outsiders a chance to experience the history that is alive here in our county. That is why they continue to return for our folk school classes and a chance to escape the hectic lifestyles in the cities. We encourage those of you who call Van Buren County your home to take a class at the Villages Folk School and capture the thrill of living the arts.
Our class schedule is posted on the web site at www.villagesfolkschool.com or call our office at (319) 592-3700.
The following is our upcoming class schedule:
Pulp Play (Paper) & Journal Making
22-Sep-2011 23-Sep-2011
Beginning Blacksmithing
24-Sep-2011 25-Sep-2011
Bonaparte Pottery Experience
1-Oct-2011 2-Oct-2011
Chair Caning with Flat Reed Splits
15-Oct-2011 -
Painting the Landscape
15-Oct-2011 -
Spring and Fall Birdwatching
22-Oct-2011 -
Rug Weaving Workshop
22-Oct-2011 23-Oct-2011
Natural Dyes in My Backyard
27-Oct-2011 28-Oct-2011
Container Candles
5-Nov-2011 -
Shaker Boxes
12-Nov-2011 13-Nov-2011
7 Step Chair Caning
19-Nov-2011 -
Hand Piecing, Appliqué & Quilting
19-Nov-2011 20-Nov-2011
Register today for an experience of a lifetime at the Villages Folk School.
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