2014 CLASS INFORMATION
MAY 13th and 14th
9:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
The 2014 Northeastern NC Craft Workshop will be held on Tuesday, May 13 and Wednesday, May 14 at the Vernon G James
Research and Extension Center, located at 207 Research Station Road, off Highway 32N, in Plymouth, NC. Registration is on a “first
come - first served” basis. Registration fees are nonrefundable, but are transferable.
Registration forms and fees should be mailed to: Faytie Johnston, 621 Alton Street, Elizabeth City, NC 27909, (phone: 252-3354680) by April 2, 2014. Registration fees defray general cost of workshops, including mileage and lunch for teachers, postage for
mailings, paper supplies, equipment, etc.
Sample photos of workshop projects can be viewed at www.albemarlecraftsmansfair.com, by clicking on the link for 2014 NE NC
District Workshop.
Class kit fees cover the cost of supplies used in class and are due after your class has been confirmed by letter.
Please DO NOT send kit fee with registration fee.
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ARMENIAN NEEDLE LACE: two day class, Tuesday, May 13 and Wednesday, May 14. Students will learn the basic
stitch, simple straight edging, and circles (doilies). Skills required: good eyesight (bring eyeglasses if needed); good use of
hands (some slight disability with hands may be overcome). On day two, students will make doilies.
INSTRUCTOR: Emily Harrell
100 Quail Run
Elizabeth City, NC 27909
ASSISTANTS: Peggie Anderson
100 Quail Run
Elizabeth City, NC 27909
Phone: 252-338-1035
Susan Outlaw
179 Outlaw Lane
Suffolk, VA 23435
757-538-8819
CLASS LIMIT: 10
KIT FEE: $10
STUDENTS SHOULD BRING: small scissors; for comfort, maybe a cushion to sit on; eyeglasses, if needed
KIT WILL INCLUDE: all necessary supplies
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BASKETRY – “Garlic Basket”: one day class, Tuesday, May 13. In this class students will use round reed to twine a
functional garlic basket. The basket will have a coiled handle for hanging. The approximate size will be 7 to 8 inches tall,
not including handle, and 5 to 6 inches in diameter. Students should have good manual dexterity and good listening skills.
Prior knowledge of basket weaving helpful but not required.
INSTRUCTOR: Judith Sanders
1915 E Bayview Blvd
Norfolk, VA 23503
Phone: 757-588-6581
CLASS LIMIT: 12
KIT FEE: $20
STUDENT SHOULD BRING: pail or pan for water; bath towel; sharp scissors or small pruning shears
KIT WILL INCLUDE: all necessary supplies and shells for embellishing
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FULL BASKETRY – “Beach Lover’s Shell Basket”: one day class, Wednesday, May 14. In this class you will create a
sculptural basket that incorporates a welk shell as its base. The basket appears to grow from the shell. Natural and dyed reed
will be used. Twining will be the primary basketry technique used. Various colors will be available along with beads for
embellishment. Students should have good manual dexterity and good listening skills. Prior knowledge of basket weaving
helpful but not required.
INSTRUCTOR: Judith Sanders
1915 E Bayview Blvd
Norfolk, VA 23503
Phone: 757-588-6581
CLASS LIMIT: 10
KIT FEE: $40
STUDENT SHOULD BRING: pail or pan for water; bath towel; sharp scissors or small pruning shears
KIT WILL INCLUDE: all necessary supplies and shells for embellishing
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BASIC STAINED GLASS: two day class, Tuesday, May 13 and Wednesday, May 14. Students will learn safe handling of
glass, cutting, developing and using patterns. Students will use the copper foil method of stained glass construction.
Students will assemble at least two sun catchers.
INSTRUCTOR: Jimmy Yates
112 Barker Street
Edenton, NC 27932
ASSISTANT: Dot Yates
Phone: 252-482-3759
CLASS LIMIT: 10
KIT FEE: $45
STUDENT SHOULD BRING: A smile! Eye protection
KIT WILL INCLUDE: all necessary tools and materials
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BONSAI – “Americanised”: two one-day classes, Tuesday, May 13 or Wednesday, May 14. Students will create a clump
style burning bush euonymus planting in a handmade pot. Students will learn how to prepare their pot, trees, and pruning
techniques, as well as how to choose nursery stock, maintenance, and winter care. Some experience with plants is helpful.
INSTRUCTOR: Randy McKinney
2201 Starfish Road
Virginia Beach, VA 23451
Phone: 757-274-2467
CLASS LIMIT: 13
KIT FEE: $35
STUDENT SHOULD BRING: pruning shears (hand pruning) and small pruning scissors; sketchbook and journal (or
combination style book); good eyesight and an imagination!
KIT WILL INCLUDE: all necessary supplies
6.
DECOY CARVING AND PAINTING: two day class, Tuesday, May 13 and Wednesday, May 14. Students will carve and
paint a northern shoveler decoy, a duck seen frequently in coastal Carolina. Beginners will learn basic decoy carving and
experienced carvers will sharpen skills using knives and rasps, with tupelo wood and acrylic paint. No experience is
required, just be in the mood for some fun learning!
INSTRUCTOR: Ed Morrison
501 Norman Lane
Virginia Beach, VA 23452
Phone: 757-463-0891
CLASS LIMIT: 20
KIT FEE: $33
STUDENT SHOULD BRING: small round brush (#1 or #2), apron
KIT WILL INCLUDE: all supplies and tools to use in class
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EMBROIDERY – Basic: two day class, Tuesday, May 13 and Wednesday, May 14. Learn basic embroidery stitches while
embroidering on a pillowcase.
INSTRUCTOR: Glenda Morrison
501 Norman Lane
Virginia Beach, VA 23451
Phone: 757-463-0891
CLASS LIMIT: 8
KIT FEE: $20
STUDENTS SHOULD BRING: scissors; 6” – 8” embroidery hoop
KIT WILL INCLUDE: all necessary supplies
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FLY TYING: two day class, Tuesday, May 13 and Wednesday, May 14. Students will learn how to use fly tying tools, ty
dry and wet flies, and learn to ty top water flies.
INSTRUCTOR: Randy Phillips
603 Laura Lee Street
Elizabeth City, NC 27909
Phone: 252-338-6673
CLASS LIMIT: 6
KIT FEE: $40
STUDENTS SHOULD BRING: good eye sight; hand and finger dexterity
KIT WILL INCLUDE: all necessary supplies
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GLASS ETCHING: two one-day classes, Tuesday, May 13 or Wednesday, May 14. Students will become familiar with
safety requirements using the creamed base acid etch solution. Students will learn the basics of creating their own design
using masking tape and contact paper as a resist. They will work with run-n-etch stencils, peel and stick stencils, as well as
over-and-over stencils.
INSTRUCTOR: Georgine Armstrong
1501 Pot O’ Gold Trail
Elizabeth City, NC 27909
Phone: 252-335-5917
CLASS LIMIT: 12
KIT FEE: $20
STUDENTS SHOULD BRING: wear comfortable clothing or bring and old shirt or apron; good eyesight; willingness to
follow instructions; willingness to have fun
KIT WILL INCLUDE: all necessary supplies
10.
JEWELRY – “Copper Washer Bracelet and Matching Earrings”: one day class, Tuesday, May 13. Students will learn
how to use hammers and texture tools to decorate copper washers to make up the components of the bracelet. Then they will
make wire links to connect the washers. After making the toggle clasp the students will make matching earrings using small
washer and wire. When it’s all done they can give both the bracelet and earrings a patina with Liver of Sulfur.
INSTRUCTOR: Valda Belyeu
Post Office Box 1142
Washington, NC 27889
Phone: 252-946-1142
CLASS LIMIT: 15
KIT FEE: $38 (plus $6 tool rental if needed)
STUDENT SHOULD BRING: round nose pliers; chain nose pliers; side cutters strong enough to cut 14 gauge wire (heavier
than usual), if you have Wubber pliers bring them. If student does not have these tools, they can rent the tools from the
instructor (see kit fee above).
KIT WILL INCLUDE: all different gauges of wire (14/16/20/22) to make bracelet links and earrings, stainless steel wire
earhooks, set of copper washers to make bracelet and earrings, steel wool, sandpaper, use of hammers, texture tools, bench
blocks, Liver of Sulfur, and handouts
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JEWELRY – “Wire Wrapped Pendant with Handmade Chain and Clasp”: one day class, Wednesday, May 14.
Students will learn to make a wire wrapped pendant using a stone provided by the teacher. Then you will make your own
wire wrapped links to build a chain and then make a clasp and toggle. You can add beads to the chain if you wish.
INSTRUCTOR: Valda Belyeu
Post Office Box 1142
Washington, NC 27889
Phone: 252-946-1142
CLASS LIMIT: 15
KIT FEE: $34 (plus $6 tool rental if needed)
STUDENT SHOULD BRING: round nose pliers; flat nose pliers; chain nose pliers; side or flush cutters, cutters should be
able to cut 14 or 12 gauge wire, heavy duty cutters or memory wire cutters are needed. If student does not have these tools,
they can rent the tools from the instructor (see kit fee above).
KIT WILL INCLUDE: all the different gauges of wire used to make the pendant, chain, and earrings (14/16/18/20/22); stone
for pendant; beads to add to chain and earrings; steel wool; patina supplies; use of hammers; texture tools; bench block;
handouts
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KNITTING – Beginner: two day class, Tuesday, May 13 and Wednesday, May 14. Students will learn to knit and purl,
cast on and cast off and complete a project such as a dish cloth. There will be a question and answer session about yarns and
yarn labels and types and sizes of needles.
INSTRUCTOR: Dot Dudley
111 Selden Street
Elizabeth City, NC 27909
Phone: 252-335-2334
CLASS LIMIT: 6
KIT FEE: $15
STUDENT SHOULD BRING: scissors; measuring tape or ruler
KIT WILL INCLUDE: knitting needles; yarn; pattern
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FULL NEEDLE FELTING: one day class, Tuesday, May 13. Students will learn basic needle felting – how to embellish
garments, how to make an applique, pin and/or ornament. Students will embellish a tote bag and finish a piece that can be
made into an ornament or pin while working with extremely sharp barbed needles and wool fiber.
INSTRUCTOR: Lisa Winslow
1293 Schoolhouse Road
Elizabeth City, NC 27909
Phone: 252-771-5441
CLASS LIMIT: 12
KIT FEE: $30
STUDENT SHOULD BRING: small scissors; good hand/eye coordination
KIT WILL INCLUDE: all necessary supplies
14.
PAINTING IN ACRYLIC: two day class, Tuesday, May 13 and Wednesday, May 14. Each student will complete a scenic
painting on canvas suitable and ready for framing. They will follow long with a step-by-step process, learning general
painting techniques.
INSTRUCTOR: Catherine Hamill
704 Wingina Avenue
Manteo, NC 27954
Phone: 252-305-8151
CLASS LIMIT: 12
KIT FEE: $12.00
STUDENT SHOULD BRING: desire to paint; dress with the realization that this paint does not come off clothing
KIT WILL INCLUDE: all necessary supplies
15.
FULL PAPER QUILLING: one day class, Tuesday, May 13. Students will learn to make a variety of shapes, including but
not limited to basic circles, squares, hearts, and flowers, which may be used to embellish their own projects at home. In
addition, students will finish a minimum of one snowflake ornament. The class kit will include all tools, supplies, and
instructions necessary to complete a number of projects in class, as well as any additional designs they may desire at home.
INSTRUCTOR: Cindy Winslow
1293 Schoolhouse Road
Elizabeth City, NC 27909
Phone: 252-340-5425
CLASS LIMIT: 10
KIT FEE: $35
STUDENT SHOULD BRING: small craft scissors; quilters pins; experience with sewing machine; good eye sight; good
finger/hand dexterity
KIT WILL INCLUDE: all necessary supplies
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FULL SEAGRASS STOOLS: two one-day classes, Tuesday, May 13 or Wednesday, May 14. Students will weave a
seagrass seat into a 15” oak stool frame.
INSTRUCTOR: Gregg and Elaine Barco
186 South Gregory Road
Shawboro, NC 27973
Phone: 252-336-2666
CLASS LIMIT: 10
KIT FEE: $45
STUDENT SHOULD BRING: students should bring gloves, if desired
KIT WILL INCLUDE: all necessary supplies
17.
FULL SILK SCARF DYEING: one day class, Wednesday, May 14. Students will create 5 silk scarves using a variety of
techniques including using Sharpie markers and heat set dyes.
INSTRUCTOR: Lisa Winslow
1293 Schoolhouse Road
Elizabeth City, NC 27909
Phone: 252-771-5441
CLASS LIMIT: 10
KIT FEE: $30
KIT WILL INCLUDE: all necessary supplies
18.
SILVER JEWELRY: two one-day classes, Tuesday, May 13 or Wednesday, May 14. Students will learn to fashion a
pendant, earrings, and bracelet from pre-cut shapes and patterned wire.
INSTRUCTOR: Juanita T. Bailey
190 Weight Station Road
Hertford, NC 27944
Phone: 252-264-2040
CLASS LIMIT: 6
KIT FEE: $65
STUDENT SHOULD BRING: good eyesight, as we will be working with small components; excellent hand strength for
pounding, bending, and sanding silver items being made
KIT WILL INCLUDE: all necessary supplies
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YO-YO ORNAMENTS: two one-day classes, Tuesday, May 13 or Wednesday, May 14. Students will learn to make yoyo’s by hand. On day one, students will make a reindeer and tree. One day two, students will make an elf and santa.
INSTRUCTOR: Dottie Ferrell
416 Bonner Drive
Elizabeth City, NC 27909
Phone: 252-338-3165
CLASS LIMIT: 14
KIT FEE: $10
STUDENT SHOULD BRING: small scissors; needle; white or neutral thread
KIT WILL INCLUDE: all necessary supplies
Sample photos of workshop projects can be viewed at
www.albemarlecraftsmansfair.com, by clicking on the link for 2014 NE NC District Workshop.
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