Arts & Crafts
Advanced Scroll Saw Projects
Ready for some serious scroll saw project? These projects and classes are arranged with the instructor. Possible choices include clocks, jig saw puzzles, 3-D cuttings, baskets, and more. Call the instructor at 402 659-7652 to discuss.
Scroll Saw - Beginner
Learn about blades, kinds of wood, types of saws, and why they work the way they do. Learn 6 basic cutting techniques to greatly improve your results. Cut letters, a rocking horse, flag, and more. Estimated material fee of $15 to instructor. Fee $49
| Section # | Location | Day(s) | Start Date | Start Time | Bld.& Room # |
Contact Number |
| ARTCR 12*01 | Council Bluffs Campus | T | 01/12/2010 | 6:00-9:00PM | Dodge Hall 1401 |
2 sessions | Call 712-325-3404 |
| ARTCR 12*02 | Council Bluffs Campus | Th | 01/14/2010 | 6:00-9:00PM | Dodge Hall 1401 |
2 sessions | Call 712-325-3404 |
| ARTCR 12*03 | Council Bluffs Campus | S | 01/16/2010 | 9:00AM-4:00PM | Dodge Hall 1401 |
1 session | Call 712-325-3404 |
Scroll Saw - Intermediate
Use all the techniques from the beginning class plus new ones to make more complex projects including a hollow Christmas tree, wall hangings, clock, basket, and 3-D cuttings. Estimated $20 material fee to instructor. Fee $49
| Section # | Location | Day(s) | Start Date | Start Time | Bld.& Room # |
Contact Number |
| ARTCR 13*01 | Council Bluffs Campus | Th | 02/04/2010 | 6:00-9:00PM | Dodge Hall 1401 |
2 sessions | Call 712-325-3404 |
| ARTCR 13*02 | Council Bluffs Campus | S | 02/06/2010 | 9:00AM-4:00PM | Dodge Hall 1401 |
2 sessions | Call 712-325-3404 |
Pen Making
Learn the skills, tools, and materials needed to make pens, key chains, wine bottle stoppers, kaleidoscopes, candle holders, letter openers, and more using a lathe. Estimated $20 fee to instructor. Fee $69
| Section # | Location | Day(s) | Start Date | Start Time | Bld.& Room # |
Contact Number |
| ARTCR 14*01 | Council Bluffs Campus | Th | 03/11/2010 | 6:00-9:00PM | Dodge Hall 1401 |
2 sessions | Call 712-325-3404 |
| ARTCR 14*02 | Council Bluffs Campus | S | 03/20/2010 | 9:00AM-4:00PM | Dodge Hall 1401 |
1 session | Call 712-325-3404 |
Ceramics/Clay Class
Expand your creativity and join master potter Thomas Hamilton in a step-by-step approach to creating with clay. This is a special opportunity to work with pinch, slab, and coil techniques. Pieces will be glazed and individual projects completed. Supplies will be discussed at the first class session. A map to the site will be sent with each invoice. Fee $125
| Section # | Location | Day(s) | Start Date | Start Time | Bld.& Room # |
Contact Number |
| ARTCR 80*01 | Council Bluffs Campus | W | 03/10/2010 | 6:00-9:00PM | Dodge Hall |
1 session | Call 712-325-3255 |
| ARTCR 80*02 | Council Bluffs Campus | Th | 03/11/2010 | 6:00-9:00PM | Dodge Hall |
6 sessions | Call 712-325-3255 |
Beginning Water Color Painting 101
This class is designed for the beginner painter. You will learn about materials, washes, lighting, shadowing and putting all the techniques into practice. You will complete a painting in class. A list of supplies will be sent to you when you register. No experience necessary. Fee $79
| Section # | Location | Day(s) | Start Date | Start Time | Bld.& Room # |
Contact Number |
| ARTCR 99*01 | Council Bluffs Campus | W | 03/10/2010 | 6:30-9:00PM | Looft Hall 102 |
4 sessions | Call 712-325-3255 |
Beginning Wire Working-Copper and Crystal Bracelet
Combine wire and crystals into beautiful links for a unique Bracelet design. You learn how to create wrapped loop links and a handmade clasp. Prior experience in jewelry making is helpful, but not required. Students should bring two pairs of smooth jawed pliers (round nose and chain nose), a flush cutter, and one flat nylon jaw pliers to class-tools also available for purchase day of class. Kit fee of $20 payable to instructor during class. Picture sent on request. Fee $25
| Section # | Location | Day(s) | Start Date | Start Time | Bld.& Room # |
Contact Number |
| ARTCR 99*03 | Council Bluffs Campus | W | 03/10/2010 | 6:30-8:30PM | Looft Hall TBA |
1 session | Call 712-325-3255 |
Byzantine With Beads Bracelet
In this class, you'll use jump rings and wire wrapping techniques to create a byzantine bracelet with beads (Russian Amazonite or Black Onyx). Prior experience in jewelry making is helpful, but not required. Students should bring two pairs of smooth jawed pliers (bent nose and chain nose recommended), a flush cutter, and one flat nylon jaw pliers to class - tools also available for purchase day of class. Kit fee ($15 copper, $40 sterling silver) payable to instructor at time of class. Fee $20
| Section # | Location | Day(s) | Start Date | Start Time | Bld.& Room # |
Contact Number |
| ARTCR 99*05 | Council Bluffs Campus | W | 04/07/2010 | 6:30-8:30PM | Looft Hall 109 |
1 session | Call 712-325-3255 |
Cleopatra Chain Maille Bracelet
Learn a European-based weave called "Cleopatra" that incorporates multi-colored Jasper beads into the design. You will also learn to create a handcrafted wire clasp that compliments the bracelet design during class. Prior experience in jewelry making is helpful, but not required. Students should bring two pairs of smooth jawed pliers (bent nose and chain nose recommended), a flush cutter, and one flat nylon jaw pliers to class - tools also available for purchase day of class. Kit fee ($15 copper, $40 sterling silver) payable to instructor at time of class. Fee $20
| Section # | Location | Day(s) | Start Date | Start Time | Bld.& Room # |
Contact Number |
| ARTCR 99*04 | Council Bluffs Campus | W | 03/24/2010 | 6:30-8:30PM | Looft Hall 109 |
1 session | Call 712-325-3255 |
Japanese Flower Wire Work Pendant & Earrings
Create a Japanese 12-in-2 (Flower) pendant and set of earrings, using the art of chain maille. Jewelry artist Lynn Kvigne (www.c-mydesigns.com) will instruct you in the skills needed to create beautiful jewelry using ancient techniques. You will also learn how to end a leather lace and create a handcrafted wire clasp to create a finished necklace and earring wires during the class. Kit fee ($10 aluminum, $15 copper, $35 sterling silver) payable to instructor. Fee $20
| Section # | Location | Day(s) | Start Date | Start Time | Bld.& Room # |
Contact Number |
| ARTCR 99*43 | Atlantic | W | 12/09/2009 | 6:00-9:00PM | Center TBA |
1 session | Call 712-243-5527 |
Water Color Painting 102
This class is designed for the beginner painter or the painter that has taken Painting 101. You will learn about materials, washes, lighting, shadowing and putting all the techniques into practice. You will complete a painting in class. A list of supplies will be sent to you when you register. If you have taken prior classes you will not need additional supplies. No experience necessary. Fee $79
| Section # | Location | Day(s) | Start Date | Start Time | Bld.& Room # |
Contact Number |
| ARTCR 99*02 | Council Bluffs Campus | W | 04/07/2010 | 6:30-9:00PM | Looft Hall 023 |
4 sessions | Call 712-325-3255 |