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Folk School: Dye + Block Print Fabric for an Apron or Wrap Skirt

Jutila Center 200 Michigan Street, Hancock

Date: Wednesdays, May 4 and May 11 Time: 5:30 - 8:30 p.m. Location: Lily I. Jutila Center Room 105 Instructor: Phyllis Fredendall finlandia.edu/folkschool Students will dye two yards of cotton fabric, design and cut a simple block for textile printing, and the following week block-print their dyed fabric which could be used to make an apron or wrap skirt (see upcoming Apron Sewing Workshop). Students should bring rubber gloves and be comfortable using sharp tools. Suitable for beginners ages 15 and up. Registration closes on April 29th or when sold out. Fee: $60 + Materials fee: $15 payable to the...
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Folk School: Beginning Jouhikko Online

4 weeks – Wednesdays, April 6 - May 4, 8-9pm Online – video link provided to students upon registration This class is an introduction to playing the jouhikko, a traditional Finnish bowed lyre with horsehair strings. Students will learn how to hold and tune the instrument, use the bow, and play scales and a simple tune. Classes will take place via group video call (Zoom) and students should have access to a device with Zoom, an internet connection that supports video calls, and the ability to record, send, and watch short videos. No experience necessary. If local students do not...
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