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a Retreat to Nature for the Creative Mind

July 2016


 
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Basic Supplies

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Book Structures

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Selection of book structures completed

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sewing a stab binding

Bookmaking: The Basics  Crash course! or  Great Refresher!   Jackie Hefty
 
Learn the basics as you develop a portfolio of book structures to use for journals, one-of-a-kind books, or gifts. Explore choosing, folding, tearing, and cutting paper, besides learning basic sewing and gluing techniques to create a selection of unique books with minimal supplies.  Discover a plethora of ideas for how to utilize beautiful decorated papers. Also a good foundation for more advanced book structures. Continue making beautiful books at home with just a few basic tools. Material fees cover supplies.  No experience necessary. 
Sat & Sun,  July 2 & 3    1 - 4:30  $110/$20 materials

Bookmaking Basic Supply List

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Chancery Cursive

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Calligraphy students

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Calligraphy students

 

 

Calligraphy: the art of written forms   Jackie Hefty

Working with pen/brush, ink, and paper, learn the basics of several lettering styles. Hand-letter a favorite poem or quotation for gifts, create unique greeting cards, and more. Minimal supplies are needed and you can continue learning and practicing at home.  Tues July 5, 12, 19, & 26  

1 - 3  $95/$5 materials 

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Decorative Paper Technique - Paste Papers

Paste Papers  Jackie Hefty  

A personal favorite, explore the freedom of expressing yourself making creative papers for collage, scrapbooking or as decorative papers for the book arts. Fun decorative techniques, few limitations, follow up with more at home. Paper recommendations on supply list. (Just a little messy, bring a smock, it's akin to finger painting!) No experience required, may be repeated.  Wed July 6  1 - 4:30   $60/$15 materials 

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Decorative Paper Technique - Paste Papers

Paste Papers Supply List

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Long Stitch, leather spine and fabric covers

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Long Stitch Binding

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Long Stitch Binding

Long Stitch Book Bindings  Jackie Hefty

Intermediate level book bindings that will further develop and challenge your creative book binding skills. Traditional and innovative approaches will be explored. Long Stitch book designs open flat which is an advantage when writing or drawing in them.  Recommend having basic bookmaking and sewing experience. Bring as many items that you already have from the Basic Tool Kit. Paper recommendations are on the supply list.  Fri July 8,   1-4:30   $65/$10 materials

Long Stitch Supply List

Bookmaking Basic Supply List

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Decorative Stab Bindings

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Decorative Stab Bindings

 

Decorative Stab Binding  Jackie Hefty   Intergenerational

Explore the possibilities!   Based on the basic four hole stab binding. Choose from traditional designs or create one of your own for this decorative sewing technique. Stacks of papers, thread/yarn, needle and you are set. This is appropriate for an adult and child intergenerational experience.  Great unique gifts! Wed July 13, 1 - 4:30  $55/$5 materials  (Adult, 16 and older), $45/$5 materials (Youth, younger than 16)  

 

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Collage on Canvas JH

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Collage Samples JH

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Collage: Fun and Freedom  Jackie Hefty  

Papers, paint, glue and space to spread out. What better ingredients for fun.  Utilizing the elements of design, add some texture, sprinkle some contrasting or harmonious color, add a little tension or perhaps a soothing flow, highlight with a metallic, and you are good to go. If only. . . You are invited to come, explore, play and relax. Small little jewels or large wall statements, what is your comfort level?   Thurs July 14 , 1 - 4:30  $60/$10 materials  

 

Collage Supply List

 

 

 

 

 

 

 
 
 
 
 
 

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Calligraphic Communication Series Details

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Calligraphic Communication Series Details

 

Calligraphic Mark-making  Jackie Hefty

You've learned the 'rules', now break 'em or exploit them. Free expression using calligraphic marks. Explore the typical and a-typical approaches with pen, brush and other mark making implements. Thurs July 21,  1 - 4:30  $55/10 materials

Calligraphic Markmaking Supply List

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Stamp Making

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Stamp Making  Jackie Hefty  Intergenerational

Develop your personal designs and imagery. Using common household items, found objects, blocks of wood, and more - we will cut, glue, tape, and/or carve textures and designs. Stamps may be used with inks or paint on paper or fabric.  This is appropriate for an adult and child intergenerational experience.  Fri July 22   1 - 4  $45/$5 materials (Adult, 16 and older), $35/$5 materials (Youth, younger than 16)

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Stampmaking Supply List

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Paired Needle Binding

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Paired Needle Bindings

Paired Needle Binding Jackie Hefty  

It just sounds difficult, not really so hard, but it gives you bragging rights! You will be sure to impress your friends or family with your bookmaking skills when you show them this creation. An exposed stitching design on the spine of the book resembles a herringbone pattern.  This book is designed to lie flat when open which allows for ease in drawing or writing. Makes a great gift! Previous book making is recommended, but not required. Minimal supplies are necessary to continue making these  beautiful books at home. Class sizes are limited. All materials needed are included but suggestions for personal embellishments are provided in the supply list.  Sat July 23,   1 - 4:30   $65/$5 materials  

Paired Needle Binding supply list

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Coptic Bindings

Coptic Stitch Book Binding  Jackie Hefty

Intermediate level book binding that will further develop and challenge your creative book binding skills. Traditional and innovative approaches will be explored. Binding design opens flat which is an advantage when writing or drawing.  Recommend having basic bookmaking and sewing experience. Bring as many items that you already have from the Basic Tool Kit. Paper recommendations are on the supply list. Sun July 24,   1-4:30   $65/$5 materials

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Bookmaking Basic Supply List

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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fabric papers

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Fabric Papers     

Jackie Hefty    Intergenerational

A little bit of this, a little bit of that;  Fabric Papers!  Come and play - we will have the supplies necessary for this technique for you to explore. Fees cover most consumable materials but you are encouraged to bring a few of your own. Recommendations are available on supply list. No experience required, may be repeated.  This is appropriate for an adult and child or young adult intergenerational experience.  Thurs July 28    1 - 4:30  $55/$5 materials (Adult, 16 and older), $45/$5 materials (Youth, younger than 16)

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Fabric Papers Supply List

 

 

 

 

 

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Intermediate to Advanced Pastels
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Intermediate to Advanced Pastels

Intermediate to Advanced Soft Pastel  Kay Brathol-Hostvet

This workshop is geared toward those who have already taken numerous introductory pastel workshops, are fairly accomplished and comfortable with the medium, and have competent drawing skills. Work toward increasing your artistry through learning new techniques and consider design and content in developing your images. Specific papers and a selection of both hard and soft pastels are required. Sat, July 30, 10 - 4   $105 

Interm to Adv Pastels Supply List

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Just a little note:

Many of the classes I personally offer are meant to provide a progression in the inter-related book arts opportunities. It is not necessary to take them in any specific order, but understand they are complimentary in nature. By taking a decorative paper workshop, you may utilize your work in a book structure as text pages, end sheets or as a cover. Likewise, by taking papermaking you may use the results in a book or as a substrate for a print, drawing, painting, or with letterpress.   Think of them as part of, or a means to an end, not the end in themselves. (not that many can not stand alone and be appreciated as completed work) It is also for this reason I repeat some foundational workshops more often. Understanding the method to my madness may be helpful when making workshop choices.

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