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Weave a Beautiful Scarf
Weave a Beautiful Scarf
Weaving
Knotting
Half Hitch Sampler
Student Knotting
Cocktail Hats
Newsboy Hat
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MATZO COVER

Lauren Becker Downey

Create a personalized and hand decorated matzo cover that will be cherished for generations to come. On a square of cloth, embroider, paint or otherwise embellish with thread, ric-rac, ribbon, fabric or buttons to create this one-of-a-kind colorful statement. This will be the festive touch to complete your Seder table.

$55 Bravo member / $63 non-member Materials fee  $15

Thursday, March 22 10am – 2pm

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WEAVE A BEAUTIFUL SCARF

Christie Dunning

Learn how to warp your own loom to begin the simple, yet satisfying process of weaving. For those without one, we will provide a pre-warped loom for the day. Complete a hand woven scarf in this one-day introduction to weaving. Explore and experiment with up to 15 different patterns, using all kinds of yarn, from plain to very novel!

$81 Bravo member / $93 non-member Materials fee  $35 / $20 with your loom

Thursday, February 23 10am – 4pm

Thursday, March 15 10am – 4pm

Thursday, April 12 10am – 4pm

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INTRODUCTION TO KNOTTING

Carol Lang

Learn the age-old technique of knotting. This versatile art form can produce both 2-dimensional tapestries as well as 3-dimensional baskets and coiled sculptural pieces. Explore the sculptural form using simple knots. The only tools involved are your hands, a pair of scissors and patience. Your knotted piece will be finished at home.

$68 Bravo member / $78 non-member Materials fee  $20

Sunday, January 15 10am – 3pm

Saturday, March 24 10am – 3pm

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BEYOND THE 1/2 HITCH

Carol Lang

Take your knotting to a new level. This class will introduce you to vertical & horizontal knotting to the left and the right. Learn to form letters and work on surface design with hills and valleys. You will be introduced to an easier way to add new knotters, and will also learn to turn knotters into new cores. Circular starts will be reviewed and how to begin a rectangular piece will be demonstrated.

$68 Bravo member / $78 non-member Materials fee  $15

Saturday, February 11 10am – 3pm 

Sunday, April 15 10am – 3pm

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TAPESTRY WEAVING 3 weeks

Lauren Becker Downey

Learn the basics of traditional tapestry as you explore a variety of joining techniques and the possibilities of making images with yarn. Tapestry is a weft-faced weaving and you will learn exactly what that means. Practice on a frame loom which is yours to keep. Please bring a dinner fork, a hammer and scissors.

$117 Bravo member / $135 non-member Materials fee  $18

Thursdays, March 1, 8 & 15 6 – 9pm

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COCKTAIL HAT / FASCINATOR

Jill Courtemanche

If you couldn't get enough of the Royal Wedding hat coverage, now is your chance to make you own fabulous fascinator or charming cocktail hat. Learn basic millinery techniques and the art of hand-stitching to craft your hat using felt, feathers, netting, grosgrain and more. Little or no sewing experience required. Class size is limited to 8 students.

$57 Bravo member / $65 non-member Materials fee  $20

Sunday, February 5 1 – 4pm

Tuesday, April 3 6 – 9pm

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BERET OR NEWSBOY CAP

Jill Courtemanche

Winter’s hottest fashion accessory is without a doubt the hat! Here is your chance to make your own cozy beret or newsboy cap just in time to beat the chill. Learn essential millinery techniques by cutting and sewing a 6-piece pattern to create your own custom cap in winter fabrics such as wools and tweeds. Please bring your sewing machine along with some sewing experience. Materials list provided upon registration. Class size limited to 8 students.

$68 Bravo member / $78 non-member Materials fee  $20

Thursday, January 19 10am – 3pm

Saturdays, February 4 & 18 2 – 4:30pm

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FELT MAKING

Jean Degenfelder

Make a felt square for use as a pillow top, seat cushion or wall hanging. You will “paint” with wool roving using colored wool and your own muscle power. This workshop requires standing and some physical exertion. All levels of creative ability are welcome.

$55 Bravo member / $63 non-member Materials fee  $25

Monday, February 6 10am – 2pm

Friday, March 9 5 – 9pm

Thursday, April 5 1 – 5pm

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Bravo School of Art • 2690 Historic Decatur Rd Studio 206 San Diego CA 92106 • 619-223-0058

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