Upcoming Classes
Jewelry Making 101 -- Mother's Day Class
Sign up along with your mom for this special Mother's Day-themed class (ages 12+)! Participants will learn the basics of jewelry making as the instructor walks them through making a bracelet and a pair of earrings to take home. Participants will have 3 design options to choose from. All materials will be provided. Call 704-484-2787 to register today!
Cost: $25
Meet the instructor, Lydia Sargent! Lydia was born in Gastonia and has lived there her entire life. After graduating from UNCG in 1973, she taught third and fourth grade in Gaston County for 34 years. After retiring in 2008, Lydia continued working in the school system as an interim and substitute teacher. She also worked at Gaston College for 5 years as a GED Examiner. Lydia's interest in jewelry led her to taking classes at Michael’s on jewelry making. She has continued to learn the art of jewelry making and has given away many pieces of jewelry to family and friends. Lydia finds it very enjoyable to create something of beauty for people to wear. You can find Lydia’s work displayed at the Southern Arts Society in Kings Mountain, Wild and Whimsey in Gastonia, and coming soon to the Cleveland County Arts Council. In addition, Lydia has also been commissioned to make a necklace, bracelet, and earrings for the State President of Alpha DeltaKappa
Barn Quilt Painting Class
We will paint a beautiful Barn Quilt, design of your choice, on a weatherproof, 2’ x 2’ board. Perfect decoration for your home or to give as a gift!
All Supplies are furnished by the instructor.
Instructor: Carol Mitchell has been teaching barn quilt painting since 2016. She has painted for over 50 years.
Cost: $85 includes all supplies
What to Bring:
Wear old clothes, bring an empty jar (with lid) to take home varnish.
Pre-registration (payment) required.
Ages - Adult 16+
Date: February 8
TIME: 11am-3pm
Call 704-484-2787 to register!
Jewelry Making 101
Participants will learn the basics of jewelry making as the instructor walks them through making a bracelet and a pair of earrings to take home. Participants will have 3 design options to choose from. All materials will be provided. Call 704-484-2787 to register today!
Cost: $25
Meet the instructor, Lydia Sargent! Lydia was born in Gastonia and has lived there her entire life. After graduating from UNCG in 1973, she taught third and fourth grade in Gaston County for 34 years. After retiring in 2008, Lydia continued working in the school system as an interim and substitute teacher. She also worked at Gaston College for 5 years as a GED Examiner. Lydia's interest in jewelry led her to taking classes at Michael’s on jewelry making. She has continued to learn the art of jewelry making and has given away many pieces of jewelry to family and friends. Lydia finds it very enjoyable to create something of beauty for people to wear. You can find Lydia’s work displayed at the Southern Arts Society in Kings Mountain, Wild and Whimsey in Gastonia, and coming soon to the Cleveland County Arts Council. In addition, Lydia has also been commissioned to make a necklace, bracelet, and earrings for the State President of Alpha DeltaKappa.
