January 2015 Calendar of Events

Crafts Direct Events Calendar

The classroom will be in use January 1st through the 7th.
We are sorry for the inconvenience.

Tutoring on Thursdays (for Quilters)
Thursday,  January 8, 2015 6:00 - 8:30 PM

Here at Crafts Direct we would love to assist you in selecting your next quilt projects, with fabrics, patterns, etc. We want to also be the quilt shop that helps you to attain the methods and techniques that we have found that will enable you to create some very wonderful pieces. That is why we are offering this free class the first two Thursdays each month.

Anyone from beginner to expert is welcome. Bring your current quilting project and join us in the classroom! Karen P. our quilting instructor will be available to answer any questions or help you out if needed.

FREE

Course 2: Flower & Cake Design (1 of 4)
Monday,  January 12, 2015 6:00 - 8:00 PM

Mindy will teach you to create breathtaking icing flowers such as pansies, lilies and the famous Wilton Rose. Throughout the four 2-hour sessions you will learn the basic principals of cake design, how to make royal icing, parchment bags, flower stems, gum paste and fondant will also be covered. This is an advanced class - you must have taken Course 1, or have prior cake decorating experience to take this class.

This is a four session class & will be held: January 12th, 19th, 26th & February 2nd.

Instructor: Mindy G. | 6:00 - 8:00pm | Cost $35 (plus supplies)



Knitting 101 (1 of 2)
Wednesday,  January 14, 2015 6:00 - 8:30 PM

Learn the basics of knitting and finish your very own dishcloth. This class will teach the knit-stitch. All materials are provided.

*This is a two-session class: January 14th & 21st*


Instructor: Laura G. | 6:00 - 8:30pm | Cost: $20

                
 

Quilt Venture

Saturday,  January 17, 2015 9:30 AM - 5:00 PM


Make a quilting project while you learn!

Lunch will be provided from our Coffee Shop. The class will be limited to 10 people, so sign up soon! A supply list is available at Customer Service.

Instructor: Karen | 9:30am - 5:00pm | Cost: $20 (plus supplies)

Course 2: Flower & Cake Design (2 of 4)
Monday, January 19, 2015 6:00 - 8:00 PM

 Mindy will teach you to create breathtaking icing flowers such as pansies, lilies and the famous Wilton Rose. Throughout the four 2-hour sessions you will learn the basic principals of cake design, how to make royal icing, parchment bags, flower stems, gum paste and fondant will also be covered. This is an advanced class - you must have taken Course 1, or have prior cake decorating experience to take this class.

This is a four session class & will be held: January 12th, 19th, 26th & February 2nd.

Instructor: Mindy G. | 6:00 - 8:00pm | Cost $35 (plus supplies)



Beading 101
Tuesday,  January 20, 2015 6:00 - 8:30 PM 

Learn the basics of jewelry making, including how to use some of the beading tools. Complete this Winter Ice Necklace & Earring Set while you learn. We provide the materials.


Instructor: Laura G. | 6:00 - 8:30pm | Cost $20

 

Knitting 101 (2 of 2)
Wednesday,  January 21, 2015 6:00 - 8:00 PM


Learn the basics of knitting and finish your very own dishcloth. This class will teach the knit-stitch. All materials are provided.

*This is a two-session class: January 14th & 21st*


Instructor: Laura G. | 6:00 - 8:30pm | Cost: $20

                 

 

Friday Night Scrap
Friday,  January 23, 2015 5:00 - 11:00 PM

Six full hours of scrapbooking fun!  Snacks will be provided, along with great prizes. A Cricut will be available to use.

| 5:00 - 11:00pm |  Cost: $10

 

Classroom in use
*The classroom will be in use on Saturday, January 24th from 9am to 5pm*

 

Course 2: Flower & Cake Design (3 of 4)
Monday, January 26, 2015 6:00 - 8:00 PM

 

Mindy will teach you to create breathtaking icing flowers such as pansies, lilies and the famous Wilton Rose. Throughout the four 2-hour sessions you will learn the basic principals of cake design, how to make royal icing, parchment bags, flower stems, gum paste and fondant will also be covered. This is an advanced class - you must have taken Course 1, or have prior cake decorating experience to take this class.

This is a four session class & will be held: January 12th, 19th, 26th & February 2nd.

Instructor: Mindy G. | 6:00 - 8:00pm | Cost $35 (plus supplies)



Beading 201
Tuesday, January 27, 2015 6:00 - 8:30 PM

Take your beading to the next level! In this class you’ll complete a project while you learn  - we provide the materials.


Instructor: Laura G. | 6:00 - 8:30pm | Cost $20 

 

 All Day Scrap
Saturday, January 31, 2015 9:30 AM - 4:30 PM

Seven full hours of scrapbooking fun!  Snacks will be provided. Those who would like to continue scrapping after 4:30 are invited to use the classroom until 7:30pm. Great door prizes & giveaways all day! A Cricut will be available to use.

| 9:30am to 4:30pm | Cost $15