Join us for an exciting and artistic adventure as we delve into the world of wreath-making with the talented and passionate instructor, Amy Harrington from Scrap’N’SewMom. Amy brings a wealth of experience and creativity to our workshops, making each session a delightful and hands-on opportunity to craft beautiful, personalized wreaths.

Whether you're looking to add a festive touch to your home, create unique gifts for loved ones, or simply explore a new hobby, Amy has curated a diverse series of workshops that cater to different themes and seasons. From charming Easter DecoMesh Wreaths to vibrant "You Are My Sunshine" Sunflower Wreaths, each class offers a chance to express your creativity and take home a stunning masterpiece.

Create an Easter DecoMesh Wreath

Join ScrapsNSewMom, Amy Harrington, to create a beautiful deco-mesh wreath for your Easter celebration! Amy will do the materials shopping for you and bring everything to class, so all you have to do is show up ready to learn! To cover each person’s wreath materials, a $30 materials fee is due at the beginning of class. The $30 materials fee (cash or check only) is separate from the $30 registration fee. Amy will guide you through the process to create a cute Easter wreath to take home at the end of the class. The finished size is approximately 24 inches! You will have a choice of 4 different designs to pick from at the start of class. Each wreath design will have enough materials to create 5 wreaths. There will be a short break halfway through class with snacks. Storm date: Wednesday, 02/28/2024. Limit 20 students.

Create a “You Are My Sunshine” Sunflower Deco Mesh Wreath

ScrapsNSewMom, Amy Harrington, will provide all the materials to make a stunning Spring Sunflower wreath with a sign that says “You Are My Sunshine”. Amy will do the materials shopping for you and bring everything to class, so all you have to do is show up ready to learn! To cover each person’s wreath materials, a $30 materials fee (cash or check only) is due at the beginning of class. The $30 materials fee is separate from the $30 registration fee. Amy will guide you through the process to create a 24-inch wreath to take home at the end of the class. There will be a short break halfway through class with snacks. Limit 20 students.

Create a Deco Mesh Bumblebee Gnome Wreath

Join ScrapsNSewMom, Amy Harrington, will provide all the materials to make a cute Bumblebee Gnome wreath with a sign that says “Bees Make Life Sweet”. Amy will do the materials shopping for you and bring everything to class, so all you have to do is show up ready to learn! To cover each person’s wreath materials, a $30 materials fee (cash or check only) is due at the beginning of class. The $30 materials fee is separate from the $30 registration fee. Amy will guide you through the process to create a 24-inch wreath to take home at the end of the class. There will be a short break halfway through class with snacks. Limit 20 students.

Create a Deco Mesh “Love Grows Here” Everyday Wreath

ScrapsNSewMom, Amy Harrington, will guide you through the process to create a 24-inch everyday wreath with a sign shaped like a house that says “Love Grows Here”. Amy will do the materials shopping for you and bring everything to class, so all you have to do is show up ready to learn! To cover each person’s wreath materials, a $30 materials fee (cash or check only) is due at the beginning of class. The $30 materials fee is separate from the $30 registration fee. There will be a short break halfway through class with snacks. Limit 20 students.

This interactive class can help you gain the skills and confidence you need to stretch your money, pay your bills, reduce debt, find money for savings, plan for retirement, and set personal financial goals.  At the end of the class you will have a plan to achieve greater financial stability.  Successful completion of this class meets one of the requirements for the Family Development Account (FDA) and Rainy Day Saving  (RDS) matched saving programs.  Graduates of My Money Works are eligible to apply for the GEN Scholarship to be used at any of the University of Maine System campuses, Maine Community Colleges, or the University of New England.  Completion of this class meets the financial Literacy requirement for the First Generation Program of Maine Housing.

Would you like to learn the art of North American rug hooking in an easy-going, relaxed environment that encourages modern interpretations? We’ve partnered with Elizabeth Miller from Paris Hill Wool Works in Paris, ME for this one-day workshop to teach you all about rug hooking. You will make your choice of the instructor-provided 6” x 6” patterns. Elizabeth will be in touch by email prior to class to note your pattern preference.

The workshop will include an introduction to hooking, including some history of the craft, an overview of styles, how to choose hooking wools and other materials, tools, a few rules, tips and tricks, and getting started on the projects. Finishing instructions will also be demonstrated! There will be an $85 materials fee (cash or check, only) due at the beginning of class. Learners receive a hook tool, 12” hoop, 6” x 6” pattern hand-drawn on high-quality rug warp, all wool needed to complete the pattern, printed instructions, ongoing access to the instructor for questions, new friends, & a new craft!

Please bring a bag lunch, as we will break at about noon for a short indoor picnic. Storm makeup will be April 27; please reserve this date on your calendar—just in case. Limit 10 students.

Paint your pet in acrylic. After registering, you will be emailed instructions on how to send photos to the instructor of your pet. The instructor, Shirley, will premix the colors for your pet and will sketch your pet photo onto a canvas. In class, you will take care of the painting your pet! Use of fun colors and a playful spirit are a must in this class! All materials are provided. Limit 10 students.

Has this long winter made you dream about strawberries and perhaps making some jams and jellies? Join Deborah Barnett from the UMaine Cooperative Extention in this hands-on food preservation workshop! You will learn the basics steps for both canning and freezing. Participants will receive a "Preserving the Harvest" food preservation packet and will learn the latest and safest recipes, about equipment to insure safety, and how to check for properly sealed jars. Please bring a potholder with you to the workshop, as you will be able to take home a jar of what we prepare that evening! There will be a $20 material fee (cash or check only) due to the instructor at the start of class. Limit 10 students.

Have you ever wanted to have laying hens, raise baby chicks in the spring, or just have that down-home feel of chickens clucking happily in your yard? We've partnered with Maine Organic Farmers and Gardeners Association(MOFGA) to help you learn the basics! Livestock specialist, Jacki Perkins, will cover breed considerations, housing options, chick arrival, nutrition, and possible health issues, and other best practices. This class is appropriate for those who want-to-be, beginners, and those who like to discuss their chickens. Limit 20 students.

Do some shopping for Mother's Day (May 12, 2024) or pamper YOURSELF with this stunningly beautiful jewelry. We will make a copper wire-wrapped Tree of Life Pendant with matching earrings. Stones and wire will be provided. There will be a $25 materials fee (cash or check only) due to the instructor at the start of class. Once the class enrolls the minimum number of students to run, students will be emailed a Supply List of tools to purchase before the start of class. You can see examples off the jewelry to be created and the tools to be purchased on our website at midmaine.maineadulted.org. Limit 10 students.

In this class you will make a felted picture using wool, bamboo, and silk--no experience necessary! You will leave with finished and matted work of art, which will be suitable later for an 8 x 10 frame if you choose. The instructor, Bunny, recently had the opportunity to study under Fiber Artist, Moy Mackay in Peebles, Scotland and has brought her new skills to you! You can visit Facebook--Bunny Caldwell Paints with Wool to see examples of the finished product we will make in class. All materials will be provided. There will be a $10 materials fee (cash or check, only) due to the instructor at the start of class. Please bring a snack, as the class will have a short break around noontime. Limit 10 students.