Friday, March 21, 2014

Creative Creatures Makerspace at Alameda County Public Libraries

This workshop series is a part of Art is Education, an amazing program of 150 free arts events in the Alameda County Libraries organized in conjunction with the Alameda County Arts Commission. Led by Teaching Artist Angie Wilson of Oakland Hand Made, these workshops are open to tweens and teens, to make monsters, imaginary animals and other beings. Participants will assemble and customize their own hand sewing kit to take home for more sewing adventures. All materials provided. Event is free, but pre-registration is encouraged at each library location.

Saturday, March 15          10:30am -12:00pm     Castro Valley Library
Saturday, March 15          2:30 - 4:00pm             San Lorenzo Library
Tuesday, March 18           6:00 - 7:30pm             Centerville Library
Wednesday, March 19      1:30 - 3:00pm             REACH Ashland Youth Center
Saturday, March 22          11:00am - 12:30pm     Fremont Main Library
Saturday, March 22          2:30 - 4:00pm             Newark Library
Tuesday, March 25           3:30 - 5:00pm             Dublin Library
Saturday, March 29          10:30am - 12:00pm    Albany Library
Sunday, April 6                 2:00 - 3:30pm            Union City Library
Tuesday, April 8               3:00 - 4:30pm             Niles Library
Wednesday, April 9          3:00 - 4:30pm             Irvington Library





Friday, January 24, 2014

 

February - Crochet Hats and Scarves


Make cozy, hand made hats and scarves to stay warm in style. Similar to knitting, crochet is fast and fun. Learn basic skills as well as more advanced techniques using multiple colors. This class is suitable for beginner and intermediate crafters.

Youth Classes (ages 7-12)
Thursdays       2/6-2/27       3:30-5:00
Fee: $75 (+$15 materials fee)
Limit: 6 students

Adult Classes (ages 13-100)
Saturday          2/22            noon-5:30
Fee: $75 (+$15 materials fee)     
Limit: 10 students

To enroll contact: angie.oaklandhandmade [at] gmail.com


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Classes are held at:
Oakland Hand Made
Loka Yoga
2701 Mac Arthur Blvd
Oakland, CA 94602

Monday, December 9, 2013

Sign up for January and February classes. Gift certificates are available! Give the gift of creativity

January - Freestyle Sewing: Make Your Own Pants


Learn to sew clothing using a pattern. We will make simple pants that are comfortable and easy to wear. Choose cozy flannel for pajamas, cotton or linen for casual everyday wear. Gain sewing machine skills and become empowered to start your own hand made wardrobe! This class is suitable for all levels of makers.
Youth Classes (ages 7-12)
Tuesdays        1/7-1/28      3:30-5
Thursdays       1/9-1/30     4-5:30
Fee: $75 (+$10 kit fee)
Sign up for Tuesdays or Thursdays. Limit: 6 students per class
The first class will meet at Piedmont Fabric to learn about fabric properties and for students to select their own fabric (bring $30 for materials)

Adult Classes (ages 13-100)
Saturday          1/18            noon-5:30
Fee: $90           Limit: 10 students
Bring 2 yards of fabric of your choice, one yard of 1" elastic and/or one yard twill tape. Please prewash and iron your fabric prior to class.

Craft Night: Open Craft (ages 13-100)
(2nd & 4th Fridays)
Friday                1/10           7-9:30
Friday                1/24           7-9:30
Fee: $15 per session
Bring your ideas or projects in progress. Angie, expert maker, will be on hand to help guide your project and  supplies will be available for use.

February - Crochet Hats and Scarves


Make cozy, hand made hats and scarves to stay warm in style. Learn basic skills as well as more advanced techniques using multiple colors. This class is suitable for beginner and intermediate crafters.

Youth Classes (ages 7-12)
Thursdays       2/6-2/27       3:30-5:00pm
Fee: $75 (+$15 materials fee)
Limit: 6 students per class


Adult Classes (ages 13-100)
Saturday          2/22            noon-5:30
Fee: $75 (+$15 materials fee)       
Limit: 10 students

To enroll contact: angie.oaklandhandmade [at] gmail.com


Amazing art is being made!














Monday, November 18, 2013

December & January Classes

December 2013 - Hand Made Gifts


Give holiday gifts made with love! We will be making hand printed cards, sock animals, and more! This class will include collage, print making, machine sewing, and advanced hand sewing techniques. Create unique, artful hand made gifts.

Youth Classes (ages 7-12)
Tuesdays        12/3-12/17   3:30-5
Thursdays       12/5-12/19   4-5:30
Fee: $75 (+ $10 kit fee); includes materials
Sign up for Tuesdays or Thursdays. Limit: 6 students per class

Adult Classes (ages 13-100)
Saturday          12/7            noon-5:30
Hand Made Gifts Workshop
Fee: $120; includes materials - Limit: 10 students

Craft Night (ages 13-100)
Friday December 6th 7-9:30:    Hand Made Cards
Friday December 13th 7-9:30:  Printed and Stitched Tea Towels
Friday December 20th 7-9:30:  Sock Animals
Fee: $45 per session; includes materials - Limit: 10 students

January 2014 - Make Your Own Pants


This month we will be sewing our own pants using a pattern. These comfortable pants are simple to make and suitable to all sizes. You can make cozy flannel or cotton pajamas, or easy to wear casual cotton or linen pants.

Youth Classes (ages 7-12)
Tuesdays        1/7-1/28   3:30-5
Thursdays       1/9-1/30   4-5:30
Fee: $75 (+$10 kit fee)
Sign up for Tuesdays or Thursdays. Limit: 6 students per class
The first class will meet at Piedmont Fabric to learn about fabric properties and for students to select and purchase their own fabric (bring $30 for materials)

Adult Classes (ages 13-100)
Saturday          1/18            noon-5:30
Fee: $90           Limit: 10 students
Bring 2 yards of fabric of your choice, and 1 yard of one inch elastic. Please prewash and iron your fabric prior to class.

Craft Night (ages 13-100)
Friday January 10th 7-9:30:  Open Craft
Friday January 24th 7-9:30:  Open Craft
Fee: $15 per session
Bring your own ideas or projects in progress for sewing, embroidery, crochet, or soft sculpture. Angie will be on hand to guide your project, and our supplies will be available for use.

Coming in February: Crocheted Hats and Scarves
                                                 ...and more!



To enroll contact: angie.oaklandhandmade@gmail.com


Classes are held at:
Loka Yoga
2701 Mac Arthur Blvd
Oakland, CA 94602


East Bay Mini Maker Faire

We had an awesome time teaching sewing at the East Bay Mini Maker Faire! Thanks, Makers!

November: The Hand Made Table

November - The Hand Made Table

Celebrate festive meals around the table with original, artful décor hand made by you! Create a set of table linens: cloth napkins, place mats, and coasters. This class will incorporate printing techniques, patchwork, machine sewing, and embroidery.
Celebrate hand made holidays!

Youth Classes (ages 7-12)
Tuesdays        11/5-11/19    3:30-5
Thursdays       11/7-11/21    4-5:30
Fee: $75 (+ $10 kit fee); includes materials
Sign up for Tuesdays or Thursdays. Limit: 6 students per class

Adult Classes
Saturday          11/16           noon-5:30
The Hand Made Table Workshop: Napkins, Place Mats, Coasters
Fee: $120; includes materials - Limit: 10 students

Craft Night  
 
Friday November 8th 7-9:30:  Napkins  
Friday November 15th 7-9:30:  Place Mats  
Friday November 22nd 7-9:30:  Coasters
Fee: $45 per session; includes materials­­ - Limit: 10 students

Sign up now! Space is limited!
To enroll contact: angie.oaklandhandmade@gmail.com