Glass Bead Making and Fusing (Westmont)

Create your own beautiful stained glass art. Learn how to cut & break glass as you create your own project using the copper foil method. The session will teach you about type & quality of glass, appropriate tools, cutting techniques and assembling. You will leave the class with a completed project. The instructor will bring templates for...

Tired of cutting out on the dining table or the floor? Are seams not lining up and zippers are just scary? Is reading a sewing pattern like a foreign language? Are you looking for friends to sew with? Overcome your sewing woes and become a sewing QUEEN at Sew Anastasia. Duration - 6 weeks Start - You can start on any Thursday and come any...

This workshop will offer instruction for people who want to learn the ins and outs of their cameras. Improve your skills no matter which camera model you own! Take this Course if you: Just purchased a Digital SLR Camera/Point and shoot camera Want to learn to make simple and creative changes to your pictures using the functions of your camera...

Perfect accessory for brisk mornings with a hot cuppa joe! Wrap yourself up in this figure flattering cardigan. Made with comfy, stretchy knits, it makes the perfect quick-sew transition accessory for the different seasons. It features a tie at the waist, which allows you to tie in the front for a cinched look, or tie in the back to showcase your outfit...

Cotton, denim, knits, linen, silk, satin, taffeta, nylon, tulle, wool, flannel, suede, velvet, velour, fleece, leather…Sweatshirts, socks, pockets, napkin corners, hats, boots. Confused about which stabilizer to use for which type of fabric and project? Let us demystify this for you so you will know the perfect solution for your stabilizer needs...

Join us for a great afternoon or evening of flower design. The Sampler classes are for individuals who want to try out our school and go home with a wealth of knowledge about the world of flower designing. It’s three great projects covering American to European design.  Michael Gaffney will be there to teach and also give you his book Design...

Photographers often find themselves in a situation where flash photography is not allowed, or where artificial light disturbs the honesty of a photo. Learn techniques that use natural light from available sources to capture realistic and untouched images. All registrations must be submitted online two days before your class starts.

Learning to sew pajama pants is a terrific progression on your beginning sewing journey. This class is suited to pajamas made from woven fabric. Choose from our MANY woven, print fabrics! Easy! All sewing levels welcome. Plus, they are comfortable and quick to make - soon you’ll be making pairs for everyone! Pattern, fabric, and supplies...

Learn how to combine the contrast and detail of pen and ink and the vibrancy of watercolor to create bold, exciting illustrations full of color and texture! We'll start off playing around with basic texturing techniques in both watercolor and ink, and then experiment with how we can combine those techniques to create realistic textures such as skies,...

Just in time for Valentine’s Day create two one-of-a-kind collage heart pendants. You will learn to work with Apoxie Sculpt and incorporate little beads, jewels, and charms to design two beautiful, original, heart pendants. It is amazing and fun to work with this product!  All materials, with a value of $45, are included.

The introductory flower design is a great course to expand your skills into the world of flower designing covering approximately 10 different styles of design. We go from American to European to bridal. The course consist of many projects all done in class. All hands on with all your flowers and containers included. We also discuss the marketing and...

Explore the creation of photographic images beyond color, looking into the shadows and textures that lay beneath nature’s color spectrum. Tonality and dynamic range, the potential of depth of field, and the zone system of shooting in black and white will be discussed.  Digital SLR cameras are mandatory.

Join us for an EXCLUSIVE INTERACTIVE EMBELLISH EXPERIENCE! - designed especially for Linda Z’s! Whether you’re new to embroidery & quilting, or have been enjoying the craft for years, you’ll become inspired as you discover the tips, secrets & techniques to take your projects to the next level! During this interactive event get answers...

Join our photo lessons at the St. Nicholas Ukrainian Catholic Cathedral, which is one of the excellent locales in the rotation of many Chicago venues that offer terrific photo opportunities. This Composition in the Field class is structured so you have an opportunity to photograph the inside of the church, and the outside of the church. The delicate...

Ladies only - Join us sewing undergarments galore! Sewing lingerie is so much fun, and sew satisfying because they’re quick, cute, useful projects. Learn construction techniques for multiple types of bras and panties. You’ll get familiar with the fit, fabrics (oooh stretch lace), and different sorts of elastics (like picot - the stuff with decorative...

Ladies only - Join us sewing swimsuits galore! Sewing swimwear is so much fun, and sew satisfying because they’re quick, cute, useful projects. Learn construction techniques for multiple types of bottoms, tops & 1 piece swim suits. You’ll get familiar with the fit, fabrics (oooh spandex), and different sorts of elastics like picot & knit...

For absolute beginners who have no prior knowledge of knitting but want to learn the art of knitting. Class will include proper nomenclature (terminology), hands on learning, visual aids, 1 on 1 assistance and a Q&A Session throughout the class. Students will leave with their knitting project, having learned the 2 basic stitches of knitting,...

Our Design Star comprehensive is a week packed full of learning and designing. It takes you from beginner to designer. We’ve seen amazing things in this class as on the last day we design our own mock wedding and some of the most beautiful work has come out of that final class. It’s approximately 24 styles of design covering every area of designing...

For absolute beginners who have no prior knowledge of crochet but want to learn the art of crocheting. Class will include proper nomenclature (terminology), hands on learning, visual aids, 1 on 1 assistance and a Q&A Session throughout the class. Students will leave with a completed crochet project, having learned the 5 basic stitches of crochet,...

Stumped on how to start a collar or zipper? Or do you have a project that you need help finishing? Bring your project and materials to this guided session. Sometimes you are just stuck and a little help goes a long way! It could be one particular procedure that just has you stumped, or you know that you would finish it if you could just be in a community...