Chicago Botanic Garden Fall 2019

48 To register, visit chicagobotanic.org/education or call (847) 835-6801. Weaving Studio for Beginners Learn the basic techniques needed to weave a tapestry. We will explore ways of using surface, image, and text within a woven form to create independent projects. There will be visual presentations of contemporary and historical tapestries as well as skill-building demonstra- tions to broaden your technical skills. Frame looms and yarns are provided. Please bring a notebook and pair of scissors to the first class. Pamela Feldman, artist and educator $263.20/$329 | Design Studio, Regenstein Center 8 Wednesdays, September 11 – November 6, 1:30 – 4 p.m. (no class October 9) Design & Grow: Dahlia Intensive Geared toward the dahlia enthusiast, this class will cover the basics of growing and designing with dahlias. Maintenance techniques, harvest- ing, and the digging and storage of tubers will also be discussed. Participants will receive their own clump of dahlias and will be taught how to propagate and store tubers at home. You will make a late-summer arrangement featur- ing dahlias and other locally grown materials. Heidi Joynt, co-owner, Field & Florist $183.20/$229| Classroom 5, Learning Center Saturday, September 14, 10 a.m. – noon Watercolor: Painting the Natural World The medium of watercolor delightfully express- es the beauty of nature. Each week, you will focus on a specific technique, such as ways to mix greens or show natural textures, with a goal of a more satisfying painting experience. Learn how to use composition, color, and focus to create the impression of a beautiful natural place. Additional supplies needed. Judith Joseph, artist and educator $319/$399 | Classroom 5, Learning Center 8 Thursdays, September 19 – November 7, 1 – 3:30 p.m. Harvest Wreath Workshop Celebrate the arrival of autumn by creating a beautiful seasonal wreath to grace your door- way. A grapevine base and a variety of natural materials for accents will be provided. Becky Porter, designer, Victor Hlavacek Florist $79/$99 | Classroom 4, Learning Center Wednesday, September 25, 1 – 2:30 p.m. Fiber Arts Workshops Come learn while hearing stories of a knitter, shepherd, and small business owner. You will share in her love of fiber arts and be inspired to create.Register for both sessions at once and receive a ten percent discount. Natasha Lehrer Lewis, Esther’s Place Fiber Arts Studio $92/$115 Pumpkins in Fall Using wool and needle felting techniques, create a 6-inch-tall pumpkin complete with lifelike ridges, tendrils, and a stem. The real surprise is the spices we tuck inside—ap- ple mulling spices make it sweet-smelling all season long. Perfect for the novice crafter, needle felting is an easy-to-learn technique that is both creative and relaxing. $39/$49 | Classroom 5, Learning Center Wednesday, October 2, 10 a.m. – noon Shibori-dyed Scarf Make a tranquil river scene come to life with creative dyeing techniques. Wrap simple ob- jects like sticks and stones into silk, paint with vivid colors, and watch your scarf come to life. You will leave with an exquisite 14 x 72-inch habotai silk scarf to wear or give as a gift. $63/$79 | Classroom 5, Learning Center Wednesday, October 2, 1 – 4 p.m. Botanical Arts Make your own unique mosaic with Bonnie Arkin I like the exposure to different materials and mediums. I don’t think this level of instructor expertise is offered anywhere else. We are very fortunate the Chicago Botanic Garden offers these classes along with the other benefits of the Garden.