Aspen Center for Environmental Studies Holiday Craft Series

October 24, 2007

Featured at the Rock Bottom Ranch location in Basalt, Colorado
Running dates: November 06 - December 04, 6:00 PM - 8:30 PM

The Holiday Crafts Series will explore skills that were historically a part of daily ranch life and are still practiced today. Register for one or all four classes and discover the rewards of putting your heart into creating things by hand. Cost includes materials.

Candle Making
Allison Holmes and Kristin Lidman
November 6, 6:00 8:30 pm
$30, $25 members

Learn various techniques to create useful and decorative candles. This class will concentrate on rolled beeswax, container, and molded candle making methods, while incorporating colorful dyes and scented oils.

Needle Felting
Kristin Lidman
November 13, 6:00 8:30 pm
$30, $25 members

Learn the technique of needle felting, a process that uses natural fibers to create small animals, flowers, ornaments, and items to adorn your knitted projects. Starting with natural fibers that have already been carded, well go over basic techniques and then you can create your first project to take home.

Natural Wreaths and Garlands
Allison Holmes and Kristin Lidman
November 27, 6:00 8:30 pm
$30, $25 members

This class will use natural materials to construct beautiful wreaths and garlands perfect for the holiday season. Learn how to select a base, attach your materials, and design your very own project, guaranteed to warm your heart and home.

Soap Making
Andy Biehl
December 4, 6:00 8:30 pm
$30, $25 members

Learn the craft of soap making, a curious blend of careful chemistry and creativity. Incorporate our own botanicals and oils while you create fragrant soaps.

Call to SIGN UP TODAY! 970-927-6760

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