Arts and Crafts Spring 2026
101 Sewing Machine Cover and Foot Pedal Pad Instructor Jayne Stoll
Does your sewing machine need a new outfit? Sewing machine covers help to keep our machines protected from dust and exposure while not in use. There will also be time to make a non-skid foot pedal pad. These quick and easy projects will be finished in class and bring some beauty to your sewing space. Sewing machine and basic sewing equipment are needed. Supply list will be provided upon registration. The class limit is 10 students
One Monday, March 30 from 10:00 am to 3:00 pm
Location: Community Room Susquehanna County Library, High School Rd., Montrose
Fee: $10.00
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102 Watercolor Journal Class Instructor Jean Ely Grube
Watercolor Journal class is for beginning painters and seasoned painters alike. Class members will paint and sketch in their own journal each week. Lessons include demonstrations on pattern, rule-of-thirds, watercolor painting techniques, journaling and some mixed media techniques. Classes will start with a single demonstration from a variety of watercolor techniques. Most classes will include inspirational quotes or messages that can be incorporated into the journal. After an introductory lesson and demonstration, students will paint in their own journal through the remainder of class. Each student will purchase a ring bound watercolor book for approximately $10
Five Tuesdays, March 31, April 7, 14, 21,& 28 at 10:00 am
Location: : Celtic Room, St. Paul’s Episcopal Church, Church St., Montrose
Fee: $25.00 Material Fee: $10.00 for ring bound journal
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103 A Brush with Watercolor Instructor Cindy Reynolds This class is full
The class is designed for watercolor painters at all levels from beginners to seasoned painters. Individuals will receive instruction as needed and will have time to work on their own paintings. It is a workshop style atmosphere with a group critique and share time at the end of each session. The class is limited to 15 students.
Eight Tuesdays March 31, April 7, 14, 21, & 28 May 5, 12, & 19 from 12:30 pm to 3:30 pm
Location: Celtic Room, St. Paul’s Episcopal Church, Church St., Montrose
Fee: $40.00 This class is full
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104 Knitting, The Next Steps Instructor: Sharyn Powers
This class is designed for students who are already familiar with knitting and purl stitches and are ready to take their skills further. Participants will practice a variety of essential knitting techniques, including casting on, binding off, increasing and decreasing stitches, working in rows and rounds, and how to read a knitting pattern. These foundational skills will prepare each student to begin their own knitted project with confidence.
Three Mondays – March 16, 23, and 30 from 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm
Location: First Presbyterian Church, Church St., Montrose
Fee: $15.00
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105 The Art of Zentangle, Instructor Alice Roche, Certified Zentangle Instructor
No art experience is necessary for this course. Discover the world of Zentangle and create beautiful and surprising art with structured patterns called tangles. This is a drawing method that inspires creativity, it is relaxing and fun, and the results are unplanned and rewarding, reminding us: Anything is possible…One stroke at a time.” We will review basic Zentangle methods and learn new tangles at each class. The class limit is 10 students.
Four Wednesdays, April 8, 15, 22 and 29 at10:00 am
Location: St. Paul’s Episcopal Church, Church Street, Montrose
Fee: $20 Material Fee: $9 /kit for new students or $5/no kit.
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106 The Lost Art of Quilling Instructor Alice Roche, craftsperson
Quilling is the art of rolling, shaping, and gluing strips of paper to create decorative designs, also known as paper filigree, used for cards, jewelry, and wall art. We use the slotted tool to make basic shapes – coils, teardrops, leaves and combine them to form intricate patterns, flowers, and other embellishments. The class limit is 12 students. High school students are welcome to attend this class with a parent. The quilling kit includes your quilling tool, mat, pins, glue and quilling paper. If you bring your quilling tools from prior classes/kits the material fee is $3.00
One Saturday, April 11th 10:00 am to 2:00 pm
Location: St. Paul’s Episcopal Church, Church Street, Montrose
Fee: $10.00 Material Fee: quilling kit $9.00 or $3.00
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107 Knit a Hat Instructor Bruce Baessler
Learn to knit a hat in the round using circular needles. You will learn new skills of casting on, joining in the round, following a pattern, then decreasing to close the top of the hat. Knowledge of basic knit and purl stitches is required. Yarn and needles will be provided.
Four Mondays, April 13,20, 27 and May 4 from 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm
Location: First Presbyterian Church, Church St. Montrose
Fee: $20.00
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108 UFO-Unfinished Objects Class Instructor Sandra DeLousia
Bring your unfinished fabric, crocheting, or knitting projects and Sandra will help you with finishing them.
One Monday, April 13 from 9:30 am to 4:00 pm
Location: Community Room, Susquehanna County Library, High School Rd., Montrose
Fee: $10.00
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109 Make Homemade Greeting Cards Instructor Louise Dayton
Each week, you’ll make two layered cards with embellishments. Ideal for beginners and anyone interested in learning new techniques or simply enjoying card making.
Two Wednesdays, April 15 and 22 at 10:00 am
Location: VFW , Route 706, Montrose
Fee $10.00 Material Fee: $12.00
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110 Acrylic and Watercolor Painting Workshop Coordinator, Bruce Baessler
This class is offered without a formal teacher. We will work together to improve our painting skills. We all need to be flexible and adventurous. All levels of expertise and experience are welcome. Please bring your own supplies and reference materials. The class limit is10 participants.
Four Mondays, April 13,20, 27 and May 4 from 10:00 am to 12:00 pm
Location: St. Paul’s Episcopal Church, Church St., Montrose
Fee: $20.00
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111 Hand Knitting Chunky Blankets Instructor Amber Otis
Join us to learn the beginner-friendly and calming hobby of hand knitting! Participants do not need previous knitting experience and will leave the class knowing the basic knit stitch or exploring other stitch patterns to start their own beautiful chunky knit blanket. These blankets can be completed in a short period of time and make great gifts (or to keep for yourself!). Be prepared for a relaxing and safe learning environment open to all abilities. Participants will need to purchase their own #9 chunky yarn (minimum of 4-5 skeins to start)
Cozyful Yarn (Amazon) Mello Bello (Amazon) Mainstays Chunky Chenille Yarn (Wal-Mart) Yarn Bee (Hobby Lobby) Bernat Blanket Big Yarn (Michael’s)
One Saturday, April 25 from 1:00 pm to 3:30 pm
Location: Community Room, Susquehanna County Library, High School Rd., Montrose
Fee: $10.00
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112 Charm Pillow Instructor Sandra DeLousia
Join Sandra in making a 19”by19” pillow. We will sew 5”squares together and cover buttons to finish the pillow. A Material list will be sent before the class.
One Monday, April 27 from 10:00 am to 4:00 pm
Location: Community Room, Susquehanna County Library, High School Rd., Montrose
Fee: $10.00
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113 Leaf Bleached T-Shirt Instructor Peg Miller
Create a magical and individually custom cotton t-shirt, apron or tote bag using leaves from nature as a design element. It is easy enough for all to do and is only limited by your imagination. Craft involves dipping or painting leaves with a bleach mixture and applying for design in your own way. Plastic gloves, safety glasses and aprons will be provided, but wearing ‘work’ clothes in case of splashes is a safe bet. Choose from a T-shirt, apron or tote bag or bring your own item to decorate.
One Saturday, May 2 at 2:00 pm
Location: The class will be held in the Brackney Area, the address will be sent to the registrants before the class.
Fee: $5.00 Material fee: $5.00 please state on the registration form if you would like a T-shirt, tote bag, or apron
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114 Free-form Curved Piecing Instructor Barbara Merritt
Free-form curved piecing is a simple and fun technique that lends itself to the creation of organic, natural looking backgrounds, landscape quilts, or simple contemporary pieced blocks. It does not require a pattern or any specialized tools – just your sewing machine, rotary cutter and mat, and your imagination. In this class we will learn about the selection of fabrics, designing pleasing compositions, dynamically factoring in seam allowances, and tips and tricks for smooth freehand curved piecing. A list of supplies and fabric requirements will be provided to registered participants. The class is limited to 12 students.
One Monday, May 4 from 9:30 am to 3:30 pm
Location: Community Room, Susquehanna County Library, High School Rd., Montrose
Fee: $10.00
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115 Small Flower Wall Hanging Instructor Sandra DeLousia
Learn piecing of fabric squares and applique flowers and bugs on this cute 20”x28” wall hanging. We will use decorative stitches to finish the quilt and bind it.
Two Mondays, May 11 and 18 from 10:00 am to 4:00 pm
Location: Community Room, Susquehanna County Library, High School Rd., Montrose
Fee: $20.00 Material Fee: $15.00
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