Toni Best will be teaching a Pine Needle Coiling on Gourd class at Cecile Garrison’s lovely ranch-studio in Visalia on Saturday, February 11 from 9 to 3 at 12944 Ave. 320, 1/4 mile west of Ben Maddox in Visalia. CA.
Students will receive a class-ready gourd, Southern long-leaf pine needles and 4-ply Irish waxed linen for their creation. The gourds have been cleaned, cut, sanded, dyed and finished with a clear hard-coat to protect it from fingerprints. Holes have been drilled around the cut edge enabling students to focus on stitching techniques. This will truly be a relaxing, fun-filled day.
Students will be able to select between three stitches: a single stitch, the V stitch, or the wheat stitch. If the student is not able to complete the project during class, they will receive enough materials to complete it at home. Handouts will be provided.
Students will be able to select between three stitches: a single stitch, the V stitch, or the wheat stitch. If the student is not able to complete the project during class, they will receive enough materials to complete it at home. Handouts will be provided.
The cost per students is $65 for the class and $35 for materials. Please contact Toni at (559) 627-5430 or (559) 403-6904 (cell) or tonibestbaskets@gail.com.
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