Susan Carroll-Clark has taught calligraphy scripts at major SCA events and is trained in palaeography (history of scripts) from the University of Toronto’s Centre for Medieval Studies. www.ealdormere.ca
Caligraphy, Susan Carroll-Clark
Calligraphy (20) Beginner
This session includes a quick historical overview of historic font types, known as ‘hands’, followed by instruction on Carolingian miniscule and Gothic. These fonts can be used to embellish scrapbook pages, gift and holiday cards, certificates and letters. Bring: 4H pencil & ruler. Kit $14
1.5 Hour Workshop.
Irene Ten-Hove has a BSC in Archaeology and lifelong love of medieval arts and history. Irene has taught a variety of courses at SCA events. www.ealdormere.ca
Medieval Page Illumination, Irene Ten-Hove
Medieval Page Illumination (25) Beginner
Learn basic skills to create a glowing miniature painting that looks like it was ripped from an ancient manuscript. Using real gold leaf and images inspired from history, your illumination will be beautiful framed, on its own or when used to embellish a special project. In this class… everything that glitters IS gold. Bring: 4H pencil, fine tipped black pen & small paint brushes (10/0 to 2). Brushes for sharing available in class. Kit $12
3 Hour Workshop.
Celic Knot, Irene Ten-Hove
Intro to Celtic Knotwork (25) Beginner
Come master basic techniques to draw Celtic knots. Then create more elaborate interlace designs that can be used to fill borders or panels. Apply these skills to embellish cards, scrapbooks, paintings, woodwork, quilts and so much more! If time permits, we’ll discuss techniques for filling in less regular shapes and drawing beasts. Bring: Pencil, eraser & small clear plastic ruler.
1.5 Hour Workshop.
Sheila Jackson has had her nose in the paper crafting industry for over 14 years. As owner of The Memory Keeper in Hamilton, she has taught a variety of paper crafting techniques for 11 years.www.discountscrapbooksupplies.com
Christmas Cards & Tags, Sheila Jackson
Christmas Cards & Tags (25) Beginner
How many people are on your Christmas list? Well, that’s how many cards or tags you will need, so why not get a jump start on making them now. You’ll be amazed at what we will create using images cut from a Silhouette Cameo Machine. We will layer, add dimension and add simple embellishments using pearl pens. Bring: Double sided adhesive, glue pen & red pearl pen. Kit $10 + $6 if pearl pen purchased in class.
3 Hour Workshop.
Christmas Mini Album, Sheila Jackson
Christmas Mini Album (25) Beginner
Are your Christmas photos in a box under your bed never to be seen again? This year, show them off by putting them on display in an 8” x 8” Christmas themed mini album that you have handmade. We will be matting, layering, embossing and embellishing. You will also learn to bind using The Cinch by We R Memory Keepers. Bring: 12″ paper trimmer, double sided & foam adhesives. Kit $10
3 Hour Workshop.