Destination Milton-Freewater
Oregon
Jewell Berndt - Gourd Art
Jewell has lived all her life in the Northwest and Alaska and has seen some of God's most beautiful country and its wildlife from the back of her horse. Her experiences are evident in the beautiful art she creates using multiple mediums such as oil, inks and acrylics. Hides, conks, skulls, gourds and even feathers are the canvas for some of her works. Samples of some of Jewell’s beautiful art are available to view and purchase at the Suncatcher Studio where she has been one of the featured artists for the past year. Jewell is offering a Gourd Art Workshop where students will make gourd water carriers and decorate them using mediums of choice such as paint, dye, leather or beads.
Cost: $55
Location: Suncatcher Studio, 508 N. Main Street
Time: 9am -6pm (Lunch 1pm-2pm).
Maximum No. of students: 8.
Student requirements: None - All tools and materials provided.
Geri Honn – Jewelry Making
Geri has been a life-long resident of N.E. Oregon spending the last 30 years in Milton-Freewater. She started making jewelry three years ago initially on her own and then developing her skills further by taking the occasional class at the community college. She has passed on her expertise to local enthusiasts for the past year by giving workshops at the local artisans boutique, Suncatcher Studio, where she has also sold some of her beautiful jewelry. Geri is currently a partner of the newly opened shop, Three Divas Beads, selling beads and jewelry supplies. Geri is offering two separate sessions covering basic wire work. During the morning session students will make four Wine Glass Charms. The students in the afternoon session will make a pair of earrings. Students are welcome to register for both sessions.
Cost: $35
Location: Three Divas Beads, 610 ½ N. Main Street.
Time: Morning Session – 10am-1pm, Afternoon – 2pm-5pm (Lunch 1pm-2pm)
Maximum No. of Students: 6 per session
Student requirements: Jewelry materials provided. Tools will be available for use or purchase. Students are welcome to bring their own tools if they wish.
Nadine Dougherty - Dried floral arranging
Owned and operated by Nadine Dougherty, Nadine’s Country Garden specializes in unusual dried flowers, vine wreaths and custom made flower arrangements and Nadine’s garden truly is a country delight. What started as a beloved pastime has blossomed into a successful business. Due to a long growing season and Nadine’s constant care, the garden yields an amazing spectrum of color and selection. Old fashioned hang-drying ensures that the flowers are that their fragrant, colorful best. Nadine is offering two separate sessions. In both sessions students will have a choice of making a dried flower wreath or swag. Students are welcome to register for both sessions.
Cost: $35
Location: Nadine’s Country Garden [under a century old tree], 83618 Chuckhole Lane
Time: Morning Session – 10am-1pm, Afternoon – 2pm-5pm (Lunch 1pm-2pm)
Maximum No. of Students: 6 per session
Student requirements: None. All materials provided.
Andrea Mitchell – Origami Boxes
Andrea is a transplant to Milton-Freewater, a newcomer to crafting and a grandma; and now recently, a great grandma. The extent of her artistic endeavor did not go beyond patching jeans for her boys. Shortly after she retired, a dear friend and talented crafter showed her how to make an origami box from old cards. She was enthralled and found a book of origami box patterns by Tomoko Fuse and was hooked. These charming boxes are a more recent form of origami made with multiple units rather than a single square of paper. The patterns are endlessly fascinating to make, are a beautiful alternative to the more traditional gift wrap and gift bag and can be used again and again. Students will be guided through the steps to make a pentagon star box, first in paper and then in fabric. This pattern, using Andrea's adaptations, can be expanded to make 6-sided
(hexagon) and 8-sided (octagon) gift boxes.
Cost: $35
Location: Nadine’s Country Garden, 83618 Chuckhole Lane
Time: Morning Session – 10am-1pm, Afternoon Session – 2pm-5pm (Lunch 1pm-2pm)
Maximum No. of Students: 4 per session
Student requirements: None. All materials provided.
Ron Brooks - Leather Work
Ron was born in Fresno, California and was raised in Albany, Oregon area. He started Leather Work in high school and continued his studies as an apprentice to Lawrence Dewitt mastering the art of saddle design and production. His experience extends from saddle and tack repair to custom made leather goods such as wallets, day planners, purses, as well as saddles. In 1974 he opened his own saddle shop which continues to be a thriving business to this day. Ron is offering a Leather Work workshop where students will make a checkbook cover. Prospective students should be aware that they will not completely finish the project during the class. Each student will be provided with the materials and knowledge to do all the finish work at home.
Cost: $55
Location: Nadine’s Country Garden, 83618 Chuckhole Lane
Time: 10am-5pm (Lunch 1pm-2pm).
Maximum No. of Students: 6
Student requirements: None. All materials provided.
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Margaret Walters - Seed Bead Jewelry
Cost: $35
Location: Three Divas Beads, 310 1/2 N. Main Street,
Time: Morning Session – 10am-1pm, Afternoon – 2pm-5pm (Lunch 1pm-2pm)
Maximum No. of Students: 6
Student requirements: None. All materials provided.
