CROCHETING WITH BEADS AND WIRE – BEGINNER’S LEVEL
Shelly Mascaro

Have you always wanted to learn how to crochet? By learning just a few stitches (chain, slip, single and double crochet) you can create many projects. Shelly will take you through the steps in learning how to make a scarf or bracelet crocheted with beads and wire. There will be no “wrong” or “right” design in this forgiving project. Crocheting is mindful meditation and is also a very portable hobby. You will be provided with a supply list of all the necessary materials and crochet hooks needed to make your project. 

6:00 to 9:00 p.m.
Wednesdays, July 7 and 14 (two sessions)
Registration deadline: Monday, June 28
Fee: Members, $35; Non-members, $50 

DESIGNING AND PAINTING A ONE-OF-A-KIND SILK SCARF
Lynda Wellens

Calling all FASHIONISTAS!! Let the colors of the Garden move you as you design a one-of-a-kind silk scarf in this two-day workshop. This is your opportunity to create a unique piece of fashion that demonstrates your creativity and flair, as well as your love of nature. Learn how to use various dyes, paints and other materials as you sponge, spray or paint your wearable artwork; even sprinkle salt on your creation to add texture to the design and embellish the color with iridescent paint sticks using copper tjaps (stamps) and forms for rubbings. Fairchild will provide the supplies for one 11” x 60” scarf while you will provide the inspiration during these two days of summer fun.

10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
Wednesday/Thursday July 14 and 15 (two sessions)
Registration deadline: Wednesday, July 7
Fee: Members, $55; Non-members, $95 

MOSAIC MADNESS
Susan Petersen

In this two session class you will create an embellished mosaic terra cotta pot. The basics of breaking and positioning ceramic tile fragments, grouting and sealing will be covered. Our instructor will also demonstrate various techniques of “slicing and dicing” tiles, which may be applied to your own terra cotta piece. Susan will even show you how to add a third dimension to the pot by offering the ability to bring a “pot sitter” or other trinket you would like to add as an enhancement. Samples of the instructor’s work will be on display for inspiration. You’ll go home with a new piece to decorate your garden, patio or porch. Materials provided for one item. A list of additional supplies will be sent upon registration. Class size is limited. 

6:00 to 9:00 p.m.
Wednesdays, July 21 and 28 (two sessions)
Registration deadline: Wednesday, July 14
Fee: Members, $55; Non-members, $70 

KNOTTING WITH PEARLS – FOR THE BEGINNER
Diane v. Jones

Learn the age-old craft of beading in the tranquil setting of a Garden classroom. Your patient instructor will demonstrate various styles of knotting as you work on your first project: a single strand pearl necklace. Then, let the varied greens of the Garden’s foliage and its vibrantly colored tropical blossoms inspire you as you choose items (loose pearls, gem stones, beads, etc.) to use in the second session, when you’ll learn how to combine them in a necklace. A simplified kit will be available for sale at the first session. 

10:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.
Thursdays, July 22 and 29 (two sessions)
Registration deadline: Friday, July 16
Fee: Members, $35; Non-members, $50 

WOVEN CRYSTAL BEADS – QUICK AND EASY
Diane v. Jones

Students will learn how to weave beautiful focal beads made entirely out of various types of polished crystals and seed beads. Once woven, these crystal beads can be used to make earrings, a pendant for a necklace or a cell phone charm. This is the perfect class for the beginner student who is interested in learning how to bead weave. The instructor will have loaner tools for students to use and available for purchase beads, wires and headpins. Supply list will be mailed with registration. 

10:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.
Fridays, August 6 and 13 (two sessions)
Registration deadline: Friday, July 30
Fee: Members, $40; Non-members, $60 

MOSAIC BIRDBATH FOR OUR FEATHERED FRIENDS
Sandy Roth

Birds of a feather will flock together – in a birdbath that you create with broken tiles and china plates! Make your garden a haven for our feathered friends to enjoy an afternoon splash. Let Sandy show you just how easy it is to create a very personal piece of art using broken tiles and dishes. The sky is the limit in this whimsical, freestyle mosaic class. A birdbath, adhesive and some embellishments are provided along with a lot of fun. Supply list provided upon registration. 

6:30 to 9:00 p.m.
Wednesday, August 11and 18 (two sessions)
Registration deadline: Thursday, July 29
Fee: Members, $65; Non-members, $85 

MODERN FLOWER ARRANGEMENTS
Yolanda Cuesta

Watch this talented orchid grower create masterpieces before your eyes using orchids, bromeliads and readily available cut flowers and greens from your own garden. Incorporating your own plants into flower arrangements really make them special and your friends will envy your talent. Yolanda will share her many secrets of design and style, emphasizing the use of South Florida flora. This is a hands-on workshop where students should bring in cuttings from their garden and other floral items so you can practice on how to implement them into an arrangement. Space is limited. 

10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
Wednesday, September 15 (one session)
Registration deadline: Friday, September 10
Fee: Members, $25; Nonmembers, $35 

GALA HOLIDAY ARRANGEMENTS USING ORCHIDS AND BROMELIADS
Yolanda Cuesta

Do you have beautiful orchids in bloom that you’d like to showcase at your holiday party or use to accent your home or office during the season? Creating unique centerpieces can be a challenge. Epiphyte aficionados will learn how to create stunning long lasting orchid and bromeliad arrangements during this hands-on workshop. Yolanda of Quest Orchids will have plants, containers and supplies available for sale, or you can bring in your own to create custom designed arrangements to enhance your holiday décor. Come and join this morning class and take home your own personal creations along with some new and exotic ideas to dress up your home during the holiday season. Space is limited. 

10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
Friday, December 3 (one session)
Registration deadline: Monday, November 29
Fee: Members, $25; Nonmembers, $35