We offer two kinds of classes:

ONLINE CLASSES:  These classes are held over the internet.  Students work at their own pace, over the course of up to 90 days.  Students can join at any time during the 90 days the class is available.  They receive a packet of step-by-step instructions, complete with pictures, via download right after their payment is made.  They get a membership to the message board exclusively for that class, so they can interact both with the instructor and with other students.  They can ask questions, get one-on-one help, watch videos that explain certain steps of the process, or request a free webcam session with the instructor.  These classes vary in price, depending on the complexity of the project and the level of difficulty.  Price range for an online class is between $20 and $50.

PRIVATE CLASSES:  We offer in-home private classes or public event classes for groups of 5 or more.  These classes generally are accompanied by handouts, complete with step-by-step photographs.  Powerpoint projections help with larger classes of up to 40 students.  These classes also vary in price, depending on the complexity of the project, level of difficulty, and venue.

If you have questions about any of our classes or would like to suggest a class, feel free to email us at catherien@hotmail.com, or call us at 309-256-0271.  Our office hours are Monday through Friday, 9:00 am to 6:00 pm CST.

December 2009

Snowflake Necklace

Online Class title:  Snowflake Necklace

Instruction level:  Beginner.  Students do not need to have any experience with polymer clay.

Instructor:  Charlene (Cat) Therien

Class Opens:  Tuesday, December 1, 2009;  closes Tuesday, February 1, 2010

Time:  Work at your own pace, any time, 24/7 for up to 90 days

Cost:  $20.00

Register here:  Register for an online class

Please note:  class registration fees are non-refundable and cannot be transferred to another class.

Class Description:

After paying for the class, you will be able to download the PDF file which holds your step-by-step instructions for the project.  It also has the password to sign into the message board for that class, if you desire to participate with the instructor and other students.  You will also be able to show pictures of your work and view the pictures of other students.

You will learn all the steps in making this project.  Each step will have a photo to guide you.

September 2009

Online Class starts 9/15/09

Online Class title:  Butterfly Millefiori Cane

Instruction level:  Intermediate.  Students must be familiar with making polymer clay canes.

Instructor:  Charlene (Cat) Therien

Class Opens:  Tuesday, September 15, 2009;  closes Tuesday, December 15, 2009

Time:  Work at your own pace, any time, 24/7

Cost:  $35.00

Register here:  Register for an online class

Please note:  class registration fees are non-refundable and cannot be transferred to another class.

Class Description:

After paying for the class, please sign up for membership in our Online Classes group at Yahoo.  There you will receive access to the instructions for this class.

You will learn all the steps in making this cane.  Each step will have a photo to guide you.  You can expect to make a cane that weighs approximately 6 – 8 ounces.

You will be able to ask questions of the instructor, interact through the message board with the other students, and show pictures of your work.

Purple Iris Class, 9/19/09

Studio Class title:  Purple Iris Cane

Instruction level:  Intermediate.  Students must be familiar with making polymer clay canes.

Instructor:  Charlene (Cat) Therien

Date:  Saturday, September 19, 2009

Time:  10:oo am to 1:00 pm

Cost:  $35.00   (price includes all clay, tools, and supplies)

Register here:  Register for a class at our studio

Please note:  class registration fees are non-refundable and cannot be transferred to another class.

Class Description:

Join Cat as she teaches you how to make a lovely purple iris cane.  You will be allowed to choose a different color if you don’t want to make a purple iris.  You will learn all the steps in making this cane.  All materials and tools will be provided.  You can expect to make a cane that weighs approximately 6 – 8 ounces.

What to bring:

Pen or pencil and note paper.  There will not be written instructions handed out.  If you would like to bring your camera to take photos of the steps, you can.

Water or something to drink.  Sam’s Club brand soda pop is available at 25 cents a can.

You may bring a seat cushion for the chair if you like.  The chairs are padded, but we welcome extra cush for the tush.

Note:  The building is wheelchair accessible;  however the restroom is not.  If you will need help with the restroom, please let us know ahead of time.

August 2009

Class title:  Hibiscus Cane

Instruction level:  Intermediate.  Students must be familiar with making polymer clay canes.

Instructor:  Margo Phillis

Date:  Saturday, August 15, 2009

Time:  11:oo am to 2:00 pm

Cost:  $35.00  for this single class, or $50 for both classes held on August 15.  See the class description below for the other class.  (price includes all clay, tools, and supplies)

Register here:  Class Registration at www.catherienarts.com/shop

Class is limited to 6 students.

Please note:  class registration fees are non-refundable and cannot be transferred to another class.

Class Description:

Join Margo as she teaches you how to make a lovely hibiscus cane.  You will be allowed to choose your color or color combination for your cane.  You can make the flower solid or make a blended shade.  These beautiful Hawaiian flowers are one of our favorites, and Margo’s specialty.  You will learn all the steps in making this cane.  All materials and tools will be provided.  You can expect to make a cane that weighs approximately 6 – 8 ounces.

What to bring:

Pen or pencil and note paper.  There will not be written instructions handed out.

Water or something to drink.  Sam’s Club brand soda pop is available at 25 cents a can.

You may bring a seat cushion for the chair if you like.  The chairs are padded but we welcome extra cush for the tush.

Note:  The building is wheelchair accessible;  however the restroom is not.  If you will need help with the restroom, please let us know ahead of time.

Class title:  Hawaiian Focal Bead

Instruction level:  Beginner

Instructor:  Charlene (Cat) Therien

Date:  Saturday, August 15, 2009

Time:  4:00 pm to 6:00 pm

Cost:  $35.00  for this single class, or $50 for both classes held on August 15.  See the class description above for the other class.  (price includes all clay, tools, and supplies)

Register here:  Class Registration at www.catherienarts.com/shop

Please note:  class registration fees are non-refundable and cannot be transferred to another class.

Class Description:

Join Charlene as she teaches you how to make a lovely Hawaiian focal bead.  You will be allowed to choose your color or color combination for the base  of the bead.  You can make the bead base solid or make a blended shade.  Beautiful Hawaiian flower canes will be used in thin layers to create the artwork on the bead.  Hawaiian beads are one of our favorites, and Charlene’s specialty.  You will learn all the steps in making this bead.  All materials and tools will be provided.  You can expect to make a bead that measures approximately 1.5 inches long and 1/4 inch thick.

What to bring:

Pen or pencil and note paper.  There will not be written instructions handed out.

Water or something to drink.  Sam’s Club brand soda pop is available at 25 cents a can.

You may bring a seat cushion for the chair if you like.  The chairs are padded but we welcome extra cush for the tush.

Note:  The building is wheelchair accessible;  however the restroom is not.  If you will need help with the restroom, please let us know ahead of time.