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Watercolor Plus Ink
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Students will bring in watercolor paintings they have done but are not happy with. Grace will show them how to perk up an almost discarded piece. We will also have an opportunity to start a new painting. Just a little ink can make all the difference!
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Instructor: Grace Haverty
Battle Lake Senior Center September 1, 9:30am-3:30pm $80 Member, $85 Non-Member Early Bird: $75 Member, $80 Non-Member by August 18 Register |
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3D Pumpkin Needle Felting
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Join Jill as she takes you through the process of creating 3D pumpkins to use in your fall decor. Participants will create up to 3 small felted pumpkins. Beginners and participants of all skill levels are welcome!
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Instructor: Jill Beithon
Art of the Lakes Gallery August 27, 1-4 pm $15 Member, $20 Non-Member $10 Member, $15 Non-Member by August 13 $15 materials fee payable to instructor at class Register |
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Chip Wood Carving
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This will be an introductory class into the fun art of chip carving. Chip carving involves taking small chips out of a flat piece of wood to make a geometric design, and is one of the easiest forms of woodcarving for beginners to try. It can also be used to embellish things like wooden spoons.
In this class, students will learn basics such as laying out a design and keeping the knife sharp, then will work on a practice board to learn basic chip carving cuts. Students will have the opportunity to finish a small project such as a coaster or Christmas ornament to take home. No prior woodcarving experience needed, but as with other types of carving some degree of hand grip strength is necessary. Experienced carvers are welcome as well. Tools are available to use during this class. |
Instructor: Joe Hauger
Art of the Lakes Gallery August 21, 10:00am - 4:30pm $50 Member, $55 Non-Member $45 Member, $50 Non-Member by August 7 $5 for materials payable to instructor at class Register |
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Pies! Pies Pies!
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What if you could cut into your pie knowing…
It will taste nostalgic—like home, like a hug from your grandma’s kitchen. A deep golden butter-and-shortening crust, tender and flaky, layered just right and filled with the flavors of summer. In this hands-on class, you’ll learn how to make a reliable, delicious pie crust from scratch, create a perfectly balanced fruit filling, and prepare a luscious summer cream pie. We’ll share practical tips and “baker’s secrets,” including blind baking and a few tips that make all the difference. You’ll leave with one finished pie of your own creation—and an extra crust you’ve prepared yourself, ready to fill and bake at home. If time permits, we'll also cover hand pies and "pie crust cookies. |
Instructor: Kate Mudge
First Lutheran Church Kitchen August 13, 4:00pm - 7:00pm $35 Member, $40 Non-Member $30 Member, $35 Non-Member by July 30 A $20 materials fee is due to instructor at class Register |
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Plein Air Soft Pastels Painting with Lisa Stauffer
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Lisa Stauffer received her Master’s in Design (University Of Minnesota, Minneapolis) and studied Illustration at Parson’s School of Design (NYC). She continues her education by taking workshops from nationally recognized painters whose work inspires her. She has worked and taught in a wide variety of media, now primarily painting in soft pastel with a special focus on painting en plein air to indulge her fascination with light and color in Minnesota’s beautiful north shore landscape.
Lisa was just awarded Eminent Pastelist by the International Association Of Pastel Societies, she earned Master Circle status in 2009. She was awarded the H.K. Holbein Award at the Pastel Society Of America Show at the National Arts Club in New York City, September 2010 and the Pastel Painters Of Cape Cod Award in 2012. Each of these years her painting was one of those chosen by the Director of the Butler Institute Of American Art, Youngstown, Ohio, to travel to the exhibit American Pastels in the museum. Lisa was juried into the Pastel Society Of America and awarded Signature status in 2012, she was awarded Master status in 2025. Her work has been featured in articles in PleinAir Magazine, Pastel Journal, Stephen Doherty's book, The Art Of Plein Air Painting, and in two PBS specials on painting. Artist’s Statement: I am fascinated by the interplay of light and color that I see in the beauty surrounding me and I work to capture the mood of those special moments in my paintings. I choose to paint with soft pastel for the incredible richness and intensity of the color possibilities and textures I can create with them. I am primarily an outdoor painter and pastel’s direct application allows for the immediacy demanded in plein air work. I often use a watercolor underpainting as a setup for the pastel layers in my work, which adds the interplay of transparent and opaque mediums to the visual quality of the final piece. I can be found painting all around town and far beyond. |
Instructor: Lisa Stauffer
Prairie Wetlands Center, Fergus Falls August 13, 9:30am - 4:30pm $50 Member, $60 Non-Member $45 Member, $55 Non-Member by July 26 PLPA 2026 Registrants only* $30 Member*, $40 Non-Member* $25 Member*, $35 Non-Member* by July 26 *You must also register for the 2026 Art of the Lakes Prairie Lakes Plein Air (PLPA) event in order to qualify for this discounted price. Register |
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Exploring Glendalough With a Camera
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Join Jackie Henning, Greg Gerhart, and other photographers from the Evansville Arts Coalition as they take you through Glendalough State Park to their favorite photo spots. Jackie will have "point & shoot" cameras for your use or bring your own camera, cell phone, and equipment. Learn techniques & tips for taking great photographs from the local experts. All skill levels are welcome! Meet at the old lodge dining hall. Students under 16 need to be accompanied by a parent.
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Instructor: Jackie Henning, Greg Gerhart
Glendalough State Park August 12, 9:00am - 11:30am $30 Member, $35 Non-Member $25 Member, $30 Non-Member by July 29 A MN State Park Pass is required for park entry Register |
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Creating Personalized Note Cards
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Join Grace Haverty, acclaimed watercolor artist, to make a variety of personalized notecards/greeting cards. Cards will be available for purchase or bring watercolor-quality cards of your choice. See the supply list attached.
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Instructor: Grace Haverty
Battle Lake Senior Center August 4, 9:30am - 3:30pm $80 Member, $85 Non-Member $75 Member, $80 Non-Member by July 21 Register |
Slow Stitch Fiber Journals
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Come play with me as we explore creating small hand stitched fiber books using simple meditative stitches. They can be filled with found treasures or mementos. The books can be used as stitch samplers or turned into a needle book.
Students should bring scissors, needle, pins, looser weave fabrics such as linen or used clothing, embroidery threads or perle cotton. Pen and paper or journal for notes or ideas Sticks, stones, feathers or anything they may want to attach Kim will bring some stuff to share as well. |
Instructor: Kim Graff
Glendalough State Park dining Hall July 28, 1-4pm $30 Member, $35 Non-Member $25 Member, $30 Non-Member by July 14 MN State Park pass required for entry Register |
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Plein Air Casein Painting Workshop with Greg Preslicka
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Greg is a lifelong artist working both in the commercial and fine art fields. For over 30 years he designed packaging and retail signage for many local and national companies. In an effort to get out from behind a computer he brought his design and problem solving skills to mural painting. Greg has painted over 100 murals throughout the midwest. He is one of the founding members, and past president of OPM (Outdoor Painters of Minnesota). Over the years, Greg has painted with many different mediums including oil, gouache, acrylic and casein. When plein air painting he tries to find the unseen beauty in things.
Casein Painting Workshop Learn about an opaque medium that allows you to quickly paint and adjust without your painting getting muddy. Painting with quick drying casein allows you to work faster and get more accurate color without getting muddy. In this workshop Greg will demonstrate his paint and adjust the way of painting. When painting from life it is hard to get accurate color and drawing with every stroke you put down. With this method you paint and then adjust and refine. Greg painted for many years with oils and had a tough time keeping colors from getting too muddy because he adjusted them too much. He is not a slow methodical painter. He puts down big shapes and refines them as he goes. Casein is opaque and dries quickly allowing you to adjust without getting muddy. Casein is an old painting medium used to paint religious icons hundreds of years ago. It is similar to gouache but dries permanent. It can be painted on paper or gessoed board. The workshop will start with inside demonstration and then move outside to paint, where Greg will give individual instruction as you paint. You will learn:
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Instructor: Greg Preslicka
Henning Landmark Center July 25, 9:30am - 4:30pm $50 Member, $60 Non-Member $45 Member, $55 Non-Member by July 11 PLPA 2026 Registrants only* $30 Member*, $40 Non-Member* $25 Member*, $35 Non-Member* by July 11 *You must also register for the 2026 Art of the Lakes Prairie Lakes Plein Air (PLPA) event in order to qualify for this discounted price. Register |
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Creative Eco-Printing
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Join Kristi Kuder for a relaxed and inspiring day of eco-printing surrounded by the beauty of Glendalough State Park. Eco-printing is a magical process that uses the natural tannins and dyes held within plants to create some spectacular marks and prints on papers and fabric. This workshop is designed to develop all the skills and techniques you need to produce stunning and unique eco-prints. It's suitable for beginners, as well as those with some experience, who are interested in achieving pleasing organic prints that could be used in many varied projects.
Enough fabric and paper will be provided for each participant to print a silk scarf and create a gorgeous handmade book. Registrants will receive a list of supplies and materials to bring including suggested botanicals for sharing. As part of the workshop we will also consider what equipment you need to start eco-printing at home, simple mordanting techniques, where to source fabrics, supplies and equipment. Kristi will also give you a wealth of ideas to make with your beautiful unique prints. This class is an excellent complement to the Slow Stitching class led by Kim Graff. Coffee, tea, and biscuits provided. Please bring a packed lunch. |
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Wire Jewelry
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Want to learn how to make your own jewelry? Come join Sue Kalseim and learn how to bend wire to make a beautiful pendant.
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Instructor: Sue Kalseim
Art of the Lakes Gallery July 20, 6-8pm $10 Member, $15 Non-Member $5 Member, $10 Non-Member by July 6 $25 supplies fee payable to instructor at class Register |
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Breakfast Charcuterie
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A twist on charcuterie, let's try "breakfast" charcuterie! Chef Mike at the Shoreline Restaurant & Bar will explore a new take on the charcuterie trend. Join us at the Shoreline and enjoy the tastes & ideas of breakfast on a charcuterie board. You will take home an arrangement of breakfast items for the next morning! Bring a charcuterie board or tray to this class at the Shoreline.
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Instructor: Chef Mike Nauman
Shoreline Restaurant & Bar back room July 16, 4:30-6:00pm $50 Member, $55 Non-Member $45 Member, $50 Non-Member by July 2 Register CLASS FULL - Waitlist available |
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Needle Felting Landscapes
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This beginner-friendly class teaches you how to create simple wool landscapes step by step. Whether you’re new to needle felting art or looking for a relaxing craft, artist MaryJo Wentz will guide you through the entire process to produce two 5"x7" landscapes
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Instructor: MaryJo Wentz
Art of the Lakes Gallery July 15, 1-4pm $45 Member, $50 Non-Member $40 Member, $45 Non-Member by July 1 $20 materials fee for landscape kits payable to instructor at class Register |
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Stained Glass Mosaics on Rocks
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Join Kathrine McDowell and learn the basics of stained glass mosaic art. Students will leave with a mosaic on a rock to add to the garden or to use inside.
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Instructor: Kathrine McDowell
Art of the Lakes Gallery July 9, 5:30 - 8:00pm $10 Member, $15 Non-Member $5 Member, $10 Non-Member by June 25 $30 materials fee payable to instructor at class Register |
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Figure Clay Class
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In this two-part class, we will first make a clay figure from a model on Friday, June 26, 2026. Mary will then fire your figure and on Friday, July 31, we will paint & finish it. Both parts of this class will meet at Mary's studio on Stewart Lake near Clitherall. Ages 16+
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Instructor: Mary Williams
Mary Williams' Studio, Clitherall June 26 and July 31, 9am - 4pm (2 sessions) $135 Member, $145 Non-Member $125 Member, $135 Non-Member by June 12 Clay and model costs are included Register |
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Birch Trees on Tile Using Alcohol Ink
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Come join Sue Kalseim and make this beautiful birch tree tile - no prior skills with alcohol ink required. See how fun it is to work with alcohol ink!
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Instructor: Sue Kalseim
Art of the Lakes Gallery June 25, 6-8pm $10 Member, $15 Non-Member $5 Member, $10 Non-Member by June 11 Plus $35 supply fee payable to instructor at class, with option to purchase a frame Register |
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Painting Flowers Bold & Loose in Watercolor
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During this workshop, students will learn to paint exciting and expressive watercolors! Students will be painting flowers from fresh arrangements that Grace will bring in; students are encouraged to bring some as well. This workshop is sure to be fun and lively for anyone who wants to get bold and beautiful in their watercolor painting.
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Instructor: Grace Haverty
Battle Lake Senior Center June 23, 9:30 - 3:30 $80 Member, $85 Non-Member $75 Member, $80 Non-Member by June 9 Register |
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Plein Air Oil Painting Workshop with Mary Boylan
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Mary Boylan is based out of Fort Myers, Florida, but spends late spring through fall in Madison, Minnesota. Her studio is located in the Mercantile building where she holds occasional classes throughout the summer.
Her Plein Air work is mainly in oils, but occasionally will dabble with gouache and acrylic. Her commissioned work is usually large mixed media pieces. Mary grew up in central Illinois, a horse loving farm girl, but has no favorite subject and her art reflects that. She attended Ringling School of Art in Sarasota, Florida, which is how she ended up in the south. Her back ground is diverse from logo designs, architectural renderings, newspaper illustrations, car ads, murals… a bit of everything. She started doing plein air painting in 2012 had numerous awards including best in shows, artist’s choices, people’s choice, best use of light. Her goal is to just keep putting on miles because she is enjoying the trip and not worried about the destination. At this workshop we will start with Mary's demo explaining scenes choices, composition values and working quickly. The afternoon will be students painting at their choice of scene and Mary will check on each individual at their chosen spot and observe and give tips/ advice. |
Instructor: Mary Boylan
Glendalough State Park June 20, 9:30am - 4:30pm $50 Member, $60 Non-Member $45 Member, $55 Non-Member by June 6 PLPA 2026 Registrants only* $30 Member*, $40 Non-Member* $25 Member*, $35 Non-Member* by June 6 *You must also register for the 2026 Art of the Lakes Prairie Lakes Plein Air (PLPA) event in order to qualify for this discounted price. Register A MN State Park pass is required for park entry |
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Pencil Portraits
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Join artist Faythe Mills as she teaches you how to draw a personalized pencil portrait. Students will submit a photo to Faythe prior to class for her to crop and save. Then using a small projector, you will sketch out your photograph onto 11"x14" Bristol paper. Faythe will show students how to use a blender & soft leaded pencils.
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Instructor: Faythe Mills
Art of the Lakes Gallery June 16, 1-4 pm $37 Member, $42 Non-Member $32 Member, $37 Non-Member by June 2 Supplies fee of $15 payable to instructor at class Register |
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Beginning and Intermediate Ceramics
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Working with clay wheel throwing and hand building
Students will be offered the opportunity to learn through doing. Students will be introduced to basic hand building techniques and allowed to discover that throwing clay on a potter's wheel is an acquired skill. These classes are appropriate for all skill levels, those who have never touched clay, those with a modicum of experience with this material, and those with a skill set. There will be two instructors: John & Terry Shaw Materials, tools and firing of any finished work will be provided. This is a 3-session class on June 15, 17, and 19 (Monday, Wednesday, & Friday) for two hours each day. (Choose MORNING: 10 am - noon or AFTERNOON: 1-3pm) Classes will be held at the home and studio of Terry and John Shaw under open air canopies looking out on pretty little Round Lake: 35646 Graystone Road. That's pretty much behind Beach Bums and very near the Corner Store, just off the southwest end of Otter Tail Lake. Additional materials available for purchase from the instructors. |
Instructor: John and Terry Shaw
Round Lake Studio (near Beach Bums) June 15, 17 & 19, either 10-noon or 1-3 $150 Member, $160 Non-Member $140 Member, $150 Non-Member by June 1 Register morning sessions Register afternoon sessions CLASS FULL - Waitlist available |
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Watercolor Impressionism: Landscape/Cityscape with Michael Holter
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The Battle Lake Art of the Lakes community is thrilled to bring past resident & teacher, Michael Holter, back to the area this June! Michael has been the recipient of numerous honors and awards in the watercolor painting world. Many Battle Lake residents have his work hanging in their homes. You can visit his website: michaelholter.com to learn more.
This 3-day workshop will focus on the use of watercolor to paint exciting impressionistic paintings. You paint from photographs and will explore the use of light and shadow to create interesting compositions and achieve dynamic results. We will examine the fundamentals of watercolor painting to assure that all students are familiar with the techniques. Daily discussions and application of the principles and elements of design will be woven into your painting experience. Each day you will engage in exercises that will solidify the content that you are working on and spend time viewing other artists' work. We will discuss the methods and the impact that these artists achieve using their techniques. Michael will demonstrate his approach to creating landscapes and show you several high-speed video demonstrations. You will also be surrounded by the beauty of Glendalough State Park for inspiration. And you will have ample time to successfully complete your own paintings. Michael welcomes novice and advanced students and tailors the experience to individual needs. Participants are welcome to bring a bag lunch for during the noon-1pm break. NOTE: This workshop will fill fast! |
Instructor: Michael Holter
Glendalough State Park dining hall June 9-11, 9:00am - noon, 1:00pm - 4:00pm MN State Park pass required for park entry $300 Member, $350 Non-Member $275 Member, $325 Non-Member by May 1 PLPA 2026 Registrants only* $275 Member*, $325 Non-Member* $250 Member*, $300 Non-Member* by May 1 *You must also register for the 2026 Art of the Lakes Prairie Lakes Plein Air (PLPA) event in order to qualify for this discounted price. Register |
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Handbuilding Clay Vases & Bowls Using Leaf Accents
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Join Terry Shaw at Glendalough as she teaches you to handbuild functional ceramic pieces. Students will make either a cylinder form or the more difficult trapezoidal form. You will learn the technique of form building with slabs and how to join the slabs together to make a vase. Then Terry will present a lesson with a "leaf" bowl as an option.
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Instructor: Terry Shaw
Glendalough State Park dining hall June 8, 9:30am - 12:30 pm $65 Member, $70 Non-Member $60 Member, $65 Non-Member by May 25 $20 materials fee payable to instructor at class MN State Park pass required for park entry Register CLASS FULL - Waitlist available |
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BUNDLE FIVE and SAVE $25 on Anne Kaese's Classes
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Take all 5 of Anne Kaese's classes and save $25. The classes are: 1) Illuminated Letters; 2) Celtic Knots; 3) Sip & Paint Glass Drinkware; 4) Art Nouveau Calligraphy; and 5) Genteel Cursive Calligraphy. They all take place over two days, June 5 & 6. Register once for all five classes at one reduced price.
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Instructor: Anne Kaese
Art of the Lakes Gallery June 5 & 6 $178 Member, $203 Non-Member $153 Member, $178 Non-Member by May 22 See supply fees for each class, due to instructor Register |
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Genteel Cursive Calligraphy
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Celebrating the 250th Anniversary of the Declaration of Independence
Join calligrapher Anne Kaese to learn to write in an elegant cursive reminiscent of these times of elegance and beauty. Slowing down, using an analog tool and breathing with our letters is a most satisfying way of working. We will also learn about the Declaration of Independence and the writing of it -- a most fascinating history. Each student will get a fountain pen to take home, parchment paper, practice papers, and an exemplar. |
Instructor: Anne Kaese
Art of the Lakes Gallery June 6, 2:00 pm - 4:30 pm $35 Member, $40 Non-Member $30 Member, $35 Non-Member by May 23 Supply fee of $15 payable to instructor at class. Register Bundle FIVE and SAVE! ($25 off all 5 Anne Kaese classes) |
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Calligraphy: Art Nouveau
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Calligraphy: Art Nouveau Letters and Designs
Calligraphy is the age-old art of beautiful writing. This basic class will focus on the comprehensive study of the lettering style we most closely associate with the 1920’s, Frank Lloyd Wright and soft elegant curves and lines. Art Nouveau lettering is structured, easy to learn and elegant. It can be decorated and modernized very nicely too. Calligraphy classes offer you a chance to relax, have fun, and learn a time- honored skill; they also increase your hand-eye co-ordination, patience, and aesthetic awareness. This concentration will slow you down, and let creativity in. Lessons will comprise of a theory section, forms, practice, review, and a project The instructor will make up a bag with sheets of layout paper, good quality paper, a pen, and other supplies for each student. |
Instructor: Anne Kaese
Art of the Lakes Gallery June 6, 9:00 am - 1:00 pm $47 Member, $52 Non-Member $42 Member, $47 Non-Member by May 23 Supply fee of $15 payable to instructor at class. Register Bundle FIVE and SAVE! ($25 off all 5 Anne Kaese classes) |
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Sip & Paint Glass Drinkware
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Ever wanted your own personalized wine glass or a special glass gift item? Or a beer pilsner for a friend? This is the class for you. You will learn the tips, tricks and techniques of painting on glass. Some glasses and bottles and all the paints will be provided. Feel free to bring your own glasses or carafes or glass jugs that you want to decorate. You will have time to paint at least one or two glasses during this class. What you paint, you will take home to bake in your oven that evening to help make them top rack dishwasher safe. Instructions will be provided.
And for this evening event, bring your own adult beverage or sippable along with you – bring a friend too for a wonderful evening at free-format creating and creativity. |
Instructor: Anne Kaese
Art of the Lakes Gallery June 5, 6:00 - 8:30 pm $35 Member, $40 Non-Member $30 Member, $35 Non-Member by May 22 Supply fee of $10 payable to instructor at class. Register Bundle FIVE and SAVE! ($25 off all 5 Anne Kaese classes) |
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How to Draw Celtic Knots
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Those Celtic knots have long fascinated us and in this class you will learn how to draw, decorate and color knots with simple tools and no complicated setups. We will work out the knots on graph paper and then transfer them to good paper for painting or coloring in. Participants will learn to construct a simple Celtic knot, and play with double spirals.
This is a great class to supplement calligraphy, paintings, and scrapbook pages and are an ancient form of Zentangle. No drawing skills required – just a willingness to travel along ancient pathways of light and color! |
Instructor: Anne Kaese
Art of the Lakes Gallery June 5, 2:30 - 5:00 pm $35 Member, $40 Non-Member $30 Member, $35 Non-Member by May 22 Register Bundle FIVE and SAVE! ($25 off all 5 Anne Kaese classes) |
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Illuminated Letters
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Medieval Merriment with a Paintbrush
Enjoy drawing, painting and decorating your own illuminated capital letters. Learn how to draw a capital letter based on historical examples and then decorate it using imitation metals and paint or pencil crayons. We will learn how the medievalists used traditional tools as well as the modern twists and shortcuts. The workshop includes learning many techniques for shading paint, doing filigree and decorative elements and working with a wide variety of tools – all provided for you to use – you show up to enjoy the process. The designs are based on those produced by medieval scribes and make lovely cards and gifts. You will be taken through the processes step by step. At the end of the class, you should leave with two letters, matted and ready to gift and put in a frame and hang. Ideal for beginners as well as the more experienced artist. |
Instructor: Anne Kaese
Art of the Lakes Gallery June 5, 9:00am - 1:30 pm $51 Member, $56 Non-Member $46 Member, $51 Non-Member by May 22 Supply fee of $15 payable to instructor at class Register Bundle FIVE and SAVE! ($25 off all 5 Anne Kaese classes) |
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Acrylic Painting with Stephen Henning
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An introductory demonstration followed by hands-on painting under the guidance of a painter with 35+ years of experience working with acrylic paints. There will be discussion and instruction on a variety of acrylic mediums. Get lots of practical tips as you explore a variety of techniques.
If the weather cooperates, we will paint the outdoor landscape. If not, we will work indoors and you will need reference photos. Materials list is included on the registration form. |
Instructor: Stephen Henning
Glendalough State Park dining hall May 29, 9:30am - 4:00 pm $80 Member, $85 Non-Member $75 Member, $80 Non-Member by May 15 MN State Park pass required for park entry Register |
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Wine Spritzers & Summer Mocktails
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Come to the Shoreline Restaurant & Bar and join Chef Mike to get ready for summer! Chef Mike will teach and let you taste a variety of wine spritzer & mocktail recipes. Just bring yourself (and a couple of friends) to enjoy a favorite beverage. And let summer at the lake begin!
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Instructor: Chef Mike Nauman
Shoreline Restaurant & Bar back room May 20, 4:30 - 6:00 pm $40 Member, $45 Non-Member $35 Member, $40 Non-Member by May 6 Register |
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Colorful Roosters & Beautiful Birds
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Sketch, paint, and learn some fun watercolor painting techniques from the photos Grace will provide for this class. Grace suggests bringing any watercolor paints you already have or feel comfortable using. If you’re looking for some recommendations, Grace likes to use Holbein, Winsor Newton, Daniel Smith, and/or Schmincke watercolor paints in the colors listed below on the supply list.
Students will need to bring their own supplies for this class. Don’t forget to bring a water container, paper towels, a board for mounting your paper, a sketching pencil, your preferred brushes, and anything else you normally use when watercoloring. Supply List |
Instructor: Grace Haverty
Battle Lake Senior Center May 19, 9:30 - 3:30 $80 Member, $85 Non-Member $75 Member, $80 Non-Member by May 5 Register |
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Barn Quilt Painting: NEW Patterns!
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Cynthia Buchholz has a variety of new patterns to choose from! She will guide you through the process as you tape, select colors, and learn color placement to create a barn quilt painting that looks professional. You will leave with your own 2 ft x 2 ft masterpiece ready for hanging outdoors or inside. High quality materials will ensure this conversation piece will last outdoors for many years to come and bring unequivocal admiration.
NOTE: Please choose one of the pattern options by number from the image when you register. Cynthia needs to prepare your choice prior to class. Your registration fee includes everything you'll need. Wear clothes appropriate for an afternoon of painting. |
Instructor: Cynthia Buchholz
Battle Lake Senior Center May 17, 1:00 - 6:00pm $145 Member, $155 Non-Member $135 Member, $145 Non-Member by May 3 Register FULL - Waitlist enabled |
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Hardanger for Beginners and Refreshers
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Hardanger is a Norwegian embroidery cutwork and is a form of counted thread embroidery
It's done on an even weave fabric, usually in white. The thread used is DMC pearl cotton, using 2 to 3 thread sizes. Participants will finish a project over the course of 1-2 classes. The first being Monday morning, May 11, 9 AM - noon. The 2nd session is on Tuesday morning, May 12, 9 AM - noon. |
Instructor: Mary Williams
Art of the Lakes Gallery May 11 & May 12, 9 - noon $35 Member, $40 Non-Member $30 Member, $35 Non-Member by April 27 Plus $30 materials fee payable to instructor at class Register |
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The Art of Taking Care of Business
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This seminar will look at the practical aspects of a "career" in the arts, however one defines it! You'll gain a holistic perspective on the creative, financial and administrative aspects of your arts career, utilizing resources you actually have on hand.
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Instructor: Kim Konikow
Art of the Lakes Gallery May 16, 9:30 - 12:30 $30 Member, $35 Non-Member $25 Member, $30 Non-Member by May 2 Register |
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Becoming a Writer
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Are you interested in recording your life experiences for later generations? Have you considered submitting information to a professional journal? Would you like to do some creative writing?
During part 1 of this 2-part class, Vernal Lind will share his experiences of becoming an author of eight historical fiction novels and many published inspirational and factual articles. He will entertain questions about your interest in various types of writing and give you "prompts" to get your creative juices flowing. The second class will feature sharing examples of participants' writings and facilitate further related discussion. Vernal has been a teacher of the English language for many years and has a respected following. He is sure to bring out your inner author! Students should bring a notebook & pen/pencil. |
Instructor: Vernal Lind
Battle Lake Senior Center May 4 & May 18, 1:30 - 3pm $20 Member, $25 Non-Member $15 Member, $20 Non-Member by April 20 Register Seats still available - hurry! |
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Flower Card With Alcohol Ink
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Join Sue Kalseim and make this beautiful spring flower. Learn four alcohol ink techniques. Included you'll get a surprise bonus project. No prior knowledge of working with alcohol ink is required.
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Instructor: Sue Kalseim
Art of the Lakes Gallery May 4, 6-8pm $10 Member, $15 Non-Member $5 Member, $10 Non-Member by April 20 Plus $35 materials fee payable to instructor at class Register Seats still available - hurry! |
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Plantable Cards (homemade seed paper)
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If you or someone you know loves to garden, create cards that keep on giving with homemade seed paper. This class will teach you the steps to make lovely, plantable paper infused with seeds for a touch of nature. Not only that, you can also reduce your paper waste and recycle it, making something beautiful to share with your family and friends. Making seed paper is a delightful endeavor that combines creativity with sustainability.
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Instructor: Kristi Kuder
Glendalough State Park dining hall May 1, 1-3pm $25 Member, $30 Non-Member $20 Member, $25 Non-Member by April 17 A MN State Park pass is required Register Seats still available - hurry! |
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Introduction to Weaving
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Learn the basics of weaving using a rigid heddle loom and leave with a beautiful table runner or wall hanging. Materials and looms provided. Ages 16+
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Instructor: Tori Hanna
First Lutheran Church, Battle Lake February 7, 9am-2pm $35 Member and Non-Member $30 Early-bird by January 24 Register |
Beginner Crochet 2-Part Class
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with Heidi Hull
Art of the Lakes Gallery March 24 and March 31, 5:30 - 7 pm $35/$40 Member/Non-Member $30/$35 Member/Non-Member Early Bird (By March 10) Plus $10 supply fee payable to instructor at class. In Part 1: Learn the basics of Crochet while you start to create a unique project. Students will learn single crochet and double crochets stitches while starting a project. In Part 2: Continue learning about Crochet while you create a unique project. Students will learn the half double crochet stitch and working in the round while starting a project. All students are welcome, whether you are learning crochet for the first time or solidifying your crochet knowledge. Supply fee of $10 payable to the instructor, just bring yourself and be ready to learn. |
Finger Knitting a Heart Pillow
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with Heidi Hull
Art of the Lakes Gallery, Battle Lake January 27, 5:30-7:30 pm $25/$30 Member/Non-Member $20/$25 Member/Non-Member Early Bird (By January 13) Plus $12 materials fee payable to instructor at class. Join Heidi Hull as she provides instruction to knit with your hands/fingers. Finger knitting is a simple form of knitting that uses your fingers instead of needles to create a knitted project. It's a great activity for beginners and expert knitters alike. This fun class is perfect for the Valentine's Day season! Ages 16+ |
Winter Cardinal Woodcarving Class
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with Joe Hauger
Art of the Lakes Gallery, Battle Lake January 24, 9:30-4 $50/$55 Member/Non-Member $45/$50 Member/Non-Member Early Bird (By January 10) Plus $5 materials fee payable to instructor at class. Join woodcarver Joe Hauger to learn how to carve a winter cardinal ornament. We'll introduce the best and safest knife stroke techniques as well as get the chance to try different carving knives. We'll briefly touch on topics including carving "with the grain," how to keep the knife sharp, and painting techniques. Knives and gloves provided by the instructor, but feel free to bring your own carving tools. ("Flat plane" style carving knives will work best.) Students will get to take home a completed carved and painted winter cardinal. This class is open to all adults and minors 12 & older if accompanied by an adult. (The adult wouldn't need to pay if he/she does not carve.) |
Let's Make Pasta!
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with Sandy Thimgan
First Lutheran Church kitchen, Battle Lake January 23, 4-6:30 pm $45/$50 Member/Non-Member $40/$45 Member/Non-Member Early Bird (By January 9) Plus $5 materials payable to instructor at class. Let's make our own pasta and have some fun "noodling" around! Join Sandy Thimgan to learn how to make your own pasta, it's easier than you imagined! We will make fettuccini, lasagna sheets, maybe a few shapes, if we have time. There is nothing like the taste of fresh pasta, on which we will dine at the end of class! Plus have some to take home for a meal! |
Community Creative Writing Workshop
Some activities in this organization are made possible by the voters of Minnesota through grants from the Minnesota State Arts Board and the Lake Region Arts Council, thanks to a legislative appropriation from the Arts and Cultural Heritage fund.
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with Victoria McWane-Creek, artist-in-residence
Art of the Lakes Gallery January 21 & 22, 6 - 9 pm Free "Writing Your Book of Life" Everyone has a story to tell, but how do you go about writing it down? Now you can get a helping hand. Explore the art of dialogic reflection, a practice of deep listening, shared storytelling and personal insight. The workshop will center on self inquiry, self love, self respect, and self care to understand and express who we are even better. And as an extension of all beings, you'll be able to better understand others. You will leave the workshop having identified a formative life experience, distilled the lesson that it carried, and begun drafting a chapter for your book of life. Registration required |
The Art of Leather Tooling
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with Cliff Fegert
Saturday, Sept. 13, 9-12 pm Battle Lake Senior Center, 205 Main St. W., Battle Lake $50/$55 Member/Non-Member $45/$50 Member/Non-Member Early Bird (by August 30) This is a beginner-friendly class to creating beautiful, tooled patterns on leather using basic leathercraft tools and stamps. Students will build and tool a stand for a cell phone with a choice of 4 tooling designs. An additional $15. materials fee includes 1 ½ sq of 8-10 oz veg tan leather, 8 brass rivets, and one yard waxed thread. Tools will be provided, and some kits will be available for sale. |
Gelli Plate Printing and Mixed-Media Art
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with Lyssa Lovejoy
August 14, 12-3:30 pm $50/$55 Member/Non-Member $45./$50 Member/Non-Member Early Bird (by July 31) Learn to create beautiful collage papers using the gelli plate printing technique and then use those printed designs to create a finished collage painting. Understand color layering, texture, and composition by exploring color harmony and contrast in collage papers. Using additional metallics, transparencies and distress effects you will create final mixed-media pieces to take home. This class will include techniques including: • Basic monoprinting technique with acrylics on a gelli plate. • Using stencils, texture tools, and household objects to create unique designs using stamps, mark-making and resist techniques.. • Layering colors and ghost printing for depth. • Printing on different paper types for varied effects. |
Clay Date Night
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Wednesday, August 6
6:30-9 pm Creative Arts Center $60/person / $48/person Early Bird offer ends 2 weeks before class date For a unique and creative date night in Battle Lake, MN, consider a "Clay Date" where you and your partner or friend/s can learn to throw pottery on a wheel or engage in a hands-on clay sculpting experience. Fee includes clay, firing and glazing. No experience needed. Bring your favorite drink and a positive vibe for a memorable night! Work will be finished with your choice of glaze or you can join us on a Wednesday Open Studio and do your own glazing. 18+ Things you need to know: This is messy work, so wear clothing you don't mind getting dirty. We have aprons and towels available for use. Short nails are best for beginners working with clay on the wheel. We have nail clippers if you need to chop your claws. |
Summertime Swing Dance & Class
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with Ken Bosak & Joan Koep
Saturday, August 2, 7-9 pm $5/person Looking for a welcoming scene friendly to newcomers who are wanting to get back into the...swing...of things? This might just be what you're looking for. Beginning at ground zero, we'll learn the Lindy Hop. The Lindy Hop is an artform that sparks something inside our souls, and gives us the opportunity to meet and speak with people all over the world through the universal language of dance. Partners are not required. From total newbies to experienced Lindy Hoppers, this class is for everyone. Lesson starts at 7 pm and dance is at 8 pm. |
What Remains: Memoir Writing
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with Kevin Zepper
July 8 & 9, 9:30-12 pm $50/$55. Member / Non-Member $45/$50 Member / Non-Member Early Bird (before June 25) This two-day class will focus on learning how to write about yourself...so that someone else wants to read it! Prof. Kevin Zepper from the Minnesota State University-Moorhead will share tips, prompts, exercises, readings and challenges to help you imagine, construct and write compelling pieces of non-fiction's most popular form: the personal narrative. Bring pen and notebook. |
Join the Shrub Club Class
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with Ann Smith
July 10, 10-11:30 am $25./$30. Member/Non-Member $20./$25. Member/Non-Member Early Bird (before June 26) Create a refreshing non-alcoholic fruit cocktail using local strawberries, and other fruits. The word shrub is derived from the Arabic word sharab, which means “to drink.” Combine the shrub with club soda and you will have a perfect summer beverage. Alcohol can be included in a drink combination. After learning about the technique of combining fruit, sugar, and vinegar to compose a shrub, you will be able to experiment with your own ideas. Bring your own strawberries, rhubarb, or other fruit if desired. Total incubation time is about 48 hours before your shrub is ready. Sample shrubs will be served at the class. Recipes, ingredients, and jars are included. |
Watercolor Bold and Loose
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with Grace Haverty
Wednesday, June 25, 9:30-3:30 pm $65/$75 Member/Non-Member $60/$70 Member/Non-Member Early Bird Discount (Before June 11) She's Baaaack! We're excited to have Grace on board for another series of summer watercolor classes. During this workshop, students will learn to paint exciting and expressive watercolors! Students will be painting flowers from fresh arrangements that Grace will bring in on the first day; students are encouraged to bring some as well. This short workshop is sure to be fun and lively for anyone who wants to get bold and loose in their watercolor painting. Look for more of Grace's classes coming up later in July and August! Supply List haverty_supply_list_aotl.doc |
Charcuterie for Dinner
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with Chef Mike Nauman
Thursday, June 19, 4:30-6 pm $60/$65 Member/Non-Member $55/$60 Member/Non-Member Early Bird Discount (Before June 5) This class will cover the elements of putting together a “charcuterie” platter/board to take home for dinner. Participants should bring their own platter or board! A typical charcuterie presentation suggests including three different types of cheese, three different types of meat, three different types of starches (like crackers or bread), 3 different jams/sauces, and three additional accompaniments like fruit, nuts, or pickles. This approach offers a balanced and varied selection for guests. So join Chef Mike from the Shoreline as he demonstrates and discusses charcuterie! |
Eco-printing and Cyanotype
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with Kristi Kuder
August 1, 9:30-2:30 pm $55./$60. Member/Non-Member $50./$55. Early Bird Price Member / Non-Member We are surrounded with trees and flowers that give us joy and connect us to special people and memories. Capture them in beautiful prints on paper for framing or sharing with others. Learn fun and creative processes that mark place and time. Eco-printing involves steaming plants with paper to create beautiful prints. Cyanotype uses the sun and a light-sensitive paper with plants and other materials to create deep blue prints. Both of these processes will give you one-of-a-kind prints you'll treasure. |
Make Handmade Plantable Seed Papers
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with Kristi Kuder
Thursday, May 22, 12:30-3 pm $30/$35 Member/Non-Member $20/$25 Member/Non-Member Early Bird Discount (Before May 8) Learn how to make eco-friendly plantable seed paper perfect for gifts, cards, ornaments, or adding a personal touch to your garden. Plantable seed paper is a wonderful eco-friendly craft that combines papermaking with gardening. This special paper is embedded with seeds that can grow into plants when the paper is planted in soil. It’s a fun and sustainable way to spread joy and greenery. Whether you’re looking to create unique gifts, wedding invitations, or just want to try a new craft, this class will walk you through the process step by step. |
Himmeli Ornament Class
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with Sharon Marquardt
Saturday, May 17 12-3 pm $15. Celebrate your scandinavian roots by making a himmeli ornament from local papyrus grass. In Finland these geometric shapes are made from rye straw, but we have a perfect material right in our wet ditches and swamps. You will learn how to assemble these stalks into octahedrons using thread and a beading needle. The stalks will be supplied, but you will learn how to harvest and prepare them for this straw art. The term himmeli derives from the Scandinavian and German word “himmel” meaning sky or heaven. |