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Lucky 13! Can you believe it? We will celebrate our 13

th anniversary this year! Our

celebration will run from Monday, June 20, through Saturday, July 2. We will have all kinds of fabric and yarn on sale during those two weeks! We will also be selling shop samples at great prices, so bring in your friends! All classes are, as always 10 percent off from the time you receive this newsletter until July 2. It has been 13 of the luckiest years of business, and I thank you for your amazing support on so many levels! What a wonderful group of people you all are. I am so grateful. Stitching in Public Stitch Your Art Out will sponsor an event to celebrate "Worldwide Knitting in Public Day" at the opening night of the Spikes Baseball team, on Saturday, June 18. Feel free to bring any kind of handiwork—quilting or crochet, as well as knitting. We will be safe under a net, so no worries about looking down during fly balls! Tickets are very limited and available on the website or by stopping by—so get yours ASAP! There will be door prizes from the shop, along with special fireworks from the Spikes! Let's show the world how awesome it is to be a crafter!

Name the Sheep! Our sheep in the logo is nameless! It is high time for a "name the sheep" contest! Stop by now and fill out an entry form at the store. We will narrow down the list, and from there, our Facebook Friends will cast the deciding vote! So be sure to "like" Stitch Your Art Out on Facebook to help vote! Submit your ideas by June 8. Give me a week to narrow it down, then I will put it up for a vote on June 15. The winner will be announced on Monday, June 20 to kick off the sale. The winning entry will receive a $25 store gift certificate to spend at the sale! Fabric Sale My late friend and business partner, Kim Davis, had a very nice fabric collection as you can imagine! Kim's husband has decided to sell her fabric and donate the proceeds to animal charities such as Centre Wildlife and Paws. The sale will be held on Saturday, July 30, at 342 Bradley Avenue in State College, between 9 and 3. Please stop by to buy some fabulous fabrics and support these wonderful causes that were dear to Kim's heart. Summer Classes Our amazing teachers have packed the schedule this summer with fabulous classes! You can start at the very beginning (a very good place to start) and learn how to knit, quilt, tat, or crochet. Or add to your current

skills! Or just come in for friends and fun! Remember that you can sign up online. Go to the website, click on classes, and the system will walk you through. Of course, you’re always welcome to call or stop in. The prices are shown online are already at the 10 percent off and will remain that way until July 2. A quick note that you should make sure we have your e-mail address. I send out occasional e-mails between newsletters that I am sure you will find helpful! Next Annual Retreat Save the dates for our 2017 annual retreat. It will be held from April 7-9 at Lake Raystown Resort. More information coming this fall! Yarn Crawl Several area shops are joining on August 13 for a yarn crawl, and we will be one of them! Mark your calendar now, and then check back this summer for more details. Connect with Stitch Your Art Out on all kinds of Social Media www.stitchyourartout.com and www.reallyclear.com Facebook and Ravelry: Stitch Your Art Out and Really Clear Instagram: Stitchyourartout Twitter: @stitchyourart Pinterest: Cynthiaspencer And best of all—please come by in person to see a whole, glorious palette of color and texture!

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Contact: Cynthia Spencer cynthia@stitchyourartout.com

(814) 238-4151

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Pesky class policies: The price of the class does not include supplies unless otherwise noted. Payment in full is expected at signup. Cancellation will result in shop credit only; we are unable to give refunds. Sorry, no credit once the class is 7 days away. For all quilting classes, bring basic sewing supplies—machine, scissors, pins, rotary cutter, etc. Now let’s get to the fun stuff!

CROCHET CLASSES Amigurumi

Amigurumi is the art of Japanese cuteness! Crochet your choice of any little toy with big eyes! $38 Supplies: Choose a pattern and select an appropriate hook and yarn according to the pattern. We had a little "eye-overordering incident" about 6 months ago and have plenty of eyes at the shop! Please, please make lots of extra creatures and buy the eyes from us! Wednesdays, June 22 & 29, 6-8 PM. Crochet 101

Learn the basics of crochet, from the foundation chain to making several different types of stitches. This is a technique class rather than a project class—you will get the basics down pat. $38 Supplies: Crochet Answer Book, size I hook. Purchase one skein of Cascade 220 or a similar yarn before the class so that Misty can get

the row started for you before the class begins. Tuesdays, June 7 & 14, 6-8 PM. Granny Squares

You know how to crochet a little. Now learn to make Granny Squares! You’ll learn the tricks for starting in the middle and turning corners. Kirsten will help you combine colors and textures! Maybe you want to start with a simple pillow—or maybe you want to go bold with an afghan. $38 Supplies: 200 Crochet Blocks book, and yarn of your choice. Tuesday, July 26 & Aug. 2, 6-8 PM. Tunisian Crochet Washcloth

Learn the basics of Tunisian crochet while making a pretty cotton washcloth. We will work with two types of stitches, Tunisian Simple Stitch and Tunisian Knit Stitch. Taking Crochet 101 prior to this class or equivalent experience (ability to crochet a foundation chain and to single crochet) is needed. $28 Supplies: one ball/skein of worsted weight cotton yarn (light colors, please), Tunisian crochet hook, size H or I, tapestry needle. Misty will give you the instructions the night of class. Thursday, July 21, 6-9 PM.

COLOR ANALYSIS Personal Color Analysis

Get a scientific palette of your best colors! Cynthia will send your skin, hair, and eye colors to a computer, which will give your 40 best rainbow of colors. Toss that palette in your purse to go shopping, and you will actually save money because you’ll buy only the right clothes. $125 includes analysis plus computer-generated palette that will be special ordered Supplies: No supplies needed, but please come wearing no makeup. You may want to bring along a project to work on while you are waiting for others (although most people are fascinated with the process and like to watch). Wednesday, July 13, 6-8 PM.

KNITTING CLASSES All done in August We're heading to fall! It's time to finish up a few projects so you can start some new ones. Join Eleanor as she takes you through to completion—along with lots of happy laughing along the way! $48 Supplies: Bring in all those unfinished objects! Sundays, Aug. 7, 14 & 21, 1-4 PM. Baby Hat

You're a new knitter and would love to learn how to make hats. You are

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going to be a mother or grandmother and want to make the cutest hat in the world for the baby! Here is your chance. Join Chris as she takes you through a fun little fruit cap—an Ann Norling pattern that gives you plenty of options and will set off any baby to perfection! $38 Supplies: Ann Norling pattern #10, yarn and needles as required for your choice of hat. We'll be working on a watermelon or strawberry for summer. Tuesdays, July 12 & 26, 6-9 PM. Drop those Double Points Knitting in the round on a small object? You don't have to use double points; you can use circular needles as well! Let Lindsay show you how to do magic loop and knitting with two circulars. These techniques will give you new tools in your knitting toolbox! $28 Supplies: Bring in yarn and several types of needles: double points (sure, why not?), a long circular needle (at least 40"), and two shorter circular needles (16" or 24" are both fine sizes). Your needles do not have to exactly match the yarn sizing, but should be at least fairly similar. Thursday, Aug. 11, 6-9 PM. Entrelac Cowl It looks so tricky! Sideways, woven—yet knitted! How does entrelac happen? Let Lindsay show you the secrets. You will make a cowl in this class, since entrelac in the round is the easiest way to start! $38 Supplies: Really Clear cowl pattern, which is sized for any weight of yarn; yarn and needles of your choice. Sundays, July 10 & 24, 2:30-5:30 PM. Intarsia Intarsia is colorwork worked in larger blocks to create pictures. Let's get started on a heart and paw-print stroller-sized baby blanket! (Perhaps in blue and white??) If you're not a fan of paws, let's do hearts alone. We'll get you going in July, then sew it together in September—just in time for fall! $28 Supplies: About 600 yards each of a two contrasting worsted-weight yarns, and a 32" size 7 needle. You can mix colors if you like. Thursdays, July 21 & Sept. 1 6-9 PM.

Knitting 101

Want to learn how to knit? Or need a refresher after many years of neglecting your knitting? Take our beginning-knitting course. You’ll learn how to cast on, knit, and purl, and will make a scarf. $38 Supplies: Let the teacher help you the first night with which supplies to buy. Tuesdays, June 21 & 28, OR Thursdays, Aug. 4 & 11, 6-9 PM. Kololi Shawl

This beautiful, soft shawl is made from two colors of Neve yarn. The model is shown in a soft red and gray, but we suggest you go bright for summer! $38 Supplies: Kololi pattern (let us get it on Ravelry for you), two skeins of main color, one skein of contrasting color, size 7 circular needle 24" or 32". Tuesdays, Aug. 9 & 23 6-9 PM.

Lace 101

Lace looks a little scary, but it’s actually super easy. You just need to know what all the techniques are and symbols mean. It’s all about looking at your knitting for patterns. This class will show you how to do that! $28 Supplies: No-Fail Lace Scarf pattern, any worsted-weight yarn, size 9 or 10 needles. Monday, June 27, 6-9 PM. Lace 102 You've made one or two simple lace things, and now you're ready to bite into something bigger—perhaps a shawl or a more complex cowl. Take this class and let Ruth help you decipher charts and words! $38 Supplies: Stop by and talk to us about a lace pattern and yarn of your choice. Saturdays Aug. 6 & 27, 9-noon Maria and Maude

Do you want a pretty cowl? Or do you want an amazing rectangular shawl? The choice is yours when you make Maria or Maude! An easy Japanese

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lace pattern looks beautiful in any plain or slow self-striping yarn. $28 Supplies: Maria and Maude pattern, yarn and needles as specified. Thursday, June 16, 6-9 PM. Mariflowers

These darling flowers were designed by Cynthia and featured at the wholesale yarn market in Rhichard Devrieze's booth. Make your own never-wilt bouquet! $38 Supplies: Mariflowers pattern, size 1 or 2 double-pointed needles, and small amounts of fingering-weight yarn in flower colors of your choice, and some green for the leaves and stems. You will need a coat hanger to keep the flower steady. We will supply Terial Magic stiffener in the class; if you want to make more flowers, you might want to pick some up! Mondays, June 20 & July 11, 6-9 PM. Paws of Pride

Late August begins football season, and while it's not quite time to wear a hat, it will be very soon. So get ready for some pride—and learn how to do

Fair Isle while you're at it! $28 Supplies: Paws of Pride pattern, dark and light contrasting yarn (such as navy and white, for example), sizes 5 & 7 circular needles 16" plus double pointed needles around a size 5-7. You might want a Clover pom-pom maker too! Saturday, Aug. 27, 2:30-5:30 PM. Really Clear Year We have gone through 6 months of working on Cynthia's Really Clear patterns, but there are still 6 months to go! There are a few openings in only the evening class, so feel free to join in. Each month is a new project! (And you never know what we will be doing: the projects often surprise even Cynthia!) $50 Supplies: Will be discussed each month as we go. Thursdays, June 30, July 28, Aug. 25, Sept. 29, Oct. 27, Dec. 8 6-9 PM.

Socks That Fit

You spent hours knitting a pair of socks--only to find that they droop around your ankles or pinch your toes. Join Mary Ellen and learn how to knit socks that fit you perfectly. At the first session, we’ll learn how precise foot measurements and an accurate gauge swatch combine to produce a great fitting sock. We’ll discuss stitch patterns, and we’ll cast on for your cuff or your toe. At the second session, we’ll make the heel. At the final session, we’ll finish the sock. We’ll also discuss toe construction, grafting, ribbing, and stretchy bind-offs. NOTE: This class is for toe-up and cuff-down sock knitters. Needle users of all persuasions (DPNs, 2 circulars, magic loop) are welcome. Previous sock-knitting experience is very helpful. $48 Supplies: Yarn: Purchase enough yarn in fingering weight, DK, or worsted weight yarn for one pair of socks. Needles: Wait until the first class to

buy your needles OR bring a range of sizes in your chosen needle style that are appropriate for your yarn weight. Accessories: A 6” or 12” ruler, stitch markers, Stitch Keepers or other “stitch stoppers” to hold your project together. Tuesdays, July 19, Aug. 2, & Aug 16, 6-9 PM.

Surprise Squares Blanket If you're a newer knitter looking to learn about stitches, or an experienced knitter looking for some new ideas to play with, this is the class for you. Cindy Decker-Raynak will take you through a new square every month until February. You will end up having a beautiful and unique blanket! $60 Supplies: You will be directed to download a “Surprise Square” pattern every month from the Rowan website. If you have any trouble, please come see us. We suggest a yarn such as Cascade 220 Superwash, or Ella Rae Cozy Soft. If you use different colors, you can buy it as you need it. You will also need a size 7 needle (or one that will give you gauge). Wednesdays, June 8, July 20, Aug. 17, Sept. 7, Sept. 28, Nov. 2, Nov. 30, Jan. 11, Feb. 8, 6:30-9 PM.

Sweater of Your Choice Everyone loves sweaters, but they’re often a bit intimidating. If you take them piece-by-piece, you’ll be successful. Cynthia loves sweater knitting, and she’ll help you through the process with enthusiasm. This class is for everyone, from new beginners knitting a simple raglan sweater, through advanced knitters working on cables or Fair Isle. $48 Supplies: Talk with us about patterns and yarn before class. Note that there are three separate sessions, two day and one night. Tuesdays, Aug. 2, Sept. 6, Oct. 4, Nov. 15, Dec. 13, 9-noon, OR Wednesdays, Aug. 3, Sept. 7, Oct. 5, Nov. 16, & Dec. 14, 9-noon, OR Thursdays, Aug. 4, Sept. 8, Oct. 6, Nov. 17, & Dec. 15, 6-9 PM.

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Toe-up socks

After you’ve gained a bit of experience and are ready for small needles, try socks! They are perfect projects for doctor’s offices and other wait times. Sock yarns are great fun these days—colorful, self-striping, and soft. At the first session, you’ll start the toe, and at the second, you’ll do the heel. You’ll finish with a stretchy bind-off! $38 Supplies: Really Clear toe-up pattern, sock yarn, size 2 DP needles (2 sets make life easier), stitch holder, and we recommend a set of Stitch Keepers to hold everything together between sessions. Sundays, June 26 & July 31, 1-4 PM. Top-down Mittens We make socks from the toe up, so why not mittens from the top down? They allow for fit in the same way that toe-up socks fit. Besides, mittens of any type are just plain fun! $38 Supplies: Really Clear Top-Down Mitten pattern, yarn of any weight, double-pointed needles to match the yarn. (You might want to go down a size or two with the needles to keep out the wind.) Fridays, June 17 & 24, 1-5 PM. Wingspan

Wingspan is a gorgeous pattern that looks best in self-striping yarns—but

also looks just as lovely in a solid. The "wings" are made with short rows, and this class will make learning them easy! $38 Supplies: Get the pattern from us, and then choose appropriate yarn and needles! Saturdays, July 9 & 23, 2:30-5:30 PM.

QUILTING AND SEWING CLASSES Accidental Landscapes

Start with an idea or a photo, begin layering fabrics, and in no time you’ll have a landscape! Join Cindy Alley as she helps you figure out just where those blues and greens look best! $28 Supplies: Fabrics that represent landscapes each about 7”x 2-3” (several shades of green for foreground, blues for sky and water, grays, purples, etc. for mountains. (Look at the book to get ideas.) Rotary cutter with sharp blade. Ruler for squaring up. Accidental Landscapes by Karen Eckmeier (available at the shop). Be sure you bring pins along with your other basic sewing supplies. Tuesday, Aug. 30, 6-9 PM. Christmas Ornaments It's July and time for our Christmas thoughts to begin in the crafting world! This gorgeous Christmas ornament is made without sewing! (But you do need to glue and pin just a bit.) Ruth will take you through the steps. $38 Supplies: This project takes lots of little things, so we will have kits ready for you by that day. (Priced separately.) If you have a hot-glue gun, please bring it along. Tuesdays, July 5 & 12, 9-11

Free-Motion Quilting 101 Learning free-motion quilting doesn’t have to be frustrating. If you take it step-by-step, it can even be fun. Cynthia loves to free-motion quilt! You’ll be amazed at how easy it is, and, you’ll have plenty of ideas to take you beyond the class! $28 Supplies: Make Your Mark book, sewing machine, darning foot, sewing machine instruction manual, three 18” quilt sandwiches made of muslin and cotton batting, contrasting 100% cotton thread such as Mettler or YLI, unlined paper and pencil. Optional but highly recommended: Sew Slip and Machingers. Thursday, Aug. 18, 6-9 PM. Get to know your sewing machine You have a machine sitting in a box in your closet, and you’re scared to open that box! That doesn’t get a lot of sewing done! Dust off the box, bring it to the store, and let’s have Janice get you sewing and confident! $28 Supplies: Your own sewing machine, and scrap fabrics for practice. Bring your manual and all your feet. And your power cord and foot pedal! Friday, June 24, 4-6 PM. Hand quilting

In this low-key workshop, you will first learn the basic motion of the hand quilting stitch, and then will be encouraged to experiment with different sized needles and threads to find a method that fits your personal style. Several different needle sizes and generous sample sizes of different threads (perle cotton, hand quilting thread, sashiko thread, and more) will be provided for you to take home. Completed samples using various threads and stitch sizes will be on hand to help you visualize what you would like to achieve. Come and play! $45 Supplies: Two light colored, near solid fat quarters, water-soluble

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fabric marker, small quilting hoop, thimble to fit middle finger. The teacher will provide a batting square and sampler pack of needles and threads, the cost of which is included in the class fee. Other supplies will need to be purchased. Wednesday, June 8, 6-9 PM. Hand sewing 104 If you're a proud alumni of any of our hand sewing classes with Jessie, this class is a chance to get together and sew and have her right there with you for questions or guidance. $16 Supplies: Bring along whatever hand work you would like to do! Wednesdays, June 1, and/or July 6, and/or Aug. 3, 6-9 PM. Hexie bag

Learn this trendy and relaxing hand sewing technique while making a roomy drawstring pouch. English Paper Piecing is addictive, and it's a perfect on-the-go project for doctor visits, watching TV, visiting distant relatives... You may soon find yourself carrying a little basket of shapes everywhere you go! $38 Supplies: 7/8 yd outer pouch, 7/8 yd inner pouch, assorted scraps for hexagons (at least 40, 2.5" squares or a charm pack or jelly roll), neutral cotton thread, thread to match outer pouch fabric, small pack 1" hexagon templates (Snowflakes Freezer Paper Shapes), 2 yds. waxed cotton cord (enough for one pouch will be provided with the class), large safety pin, fabric scissors, hand sewing needles (John James #11 sharps).

Bring your sewing machine with bobbin to the second class only. Wednesdays, Aug. 10 & 24 6-9 PM. Kids' sewing Sewing is a great skill for kids to learn. It helps with their coordination, following directions, and creativity. Janice is here to make it happen! The children will make little projects as decided by the group, using a sewing machine. The teacher will provide a machine if your child does not have one. $38 Supplies: My First Sewing Machine book, and fabrics and thread or other supplies, as purchased the first day under Janice’s guidance. Fridays July 22 & 29, and/or Aug. 19 & 26, 4-6 PM. Lollipop Lane

Get going on Christmas, and get inspired by yo-yos! Lollipop Lane is an adorable wall hanging that will have you singing Lollipop songs in your head (or aloud) as you work on it. $28 Supplies: Clover yo-yo maker and pattern. We will have optional fabric kits for you as well! Wednesday, July 27, 6-9 PM.

Modern Quilting 101

You love the look of modern quilts, but are just a bit afraid to try them. Where do you begin? Right here at Stitch Your Art Out. We have a wonderful modern quilting teacher, Jessie, who will take you through the process. You'll wonder what took you so long to get started! This class is terrific for both first-time or more experienced quilters. $42 Supplies: 1 yd background fabric, 1/8 yd each of 3 accent fabrics, 1/2 yd backing, 16"x39" batting, matching or neutral thread, sewing machine with bobbin, scissors, seam ripper. We have the best rotary cutters, mats, and 24" rulers if you don't have these already! Wednesdays, June 15 & 22, 6-9 PM.

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New York Beauty

This gorgeous block has it all--technique and beauty! You will learn paper piecing and curved piecing, plus you will make the coolest blocks in the world! $38 Supplies: New York Beauty pattern by Stone Valley Quilting, and fabrics as suggested on the pattern—or better yet, buy one of our kits made from a variety of Australian, Cotton + Steel, and Kaffe Fassett fabrics! Thursdays, June 23 & July 7, 6-9 PM. Playing with Quilts This class is a lecture/sharing format. It started last fall as a series of challenges, and then in the spring became journal prompts. Now it's summer, school's out, and it's time to play! Each month will we be given a "play assignment" (is that an oxymoron?), we will go out and play with quilts, and then we will come back and show what happened. $42 Supplies: Supplies and assignments will be discussed as we go. After you sign up, please stop by the shop to get your first seatwork assignment. Mondays, June 27, July 25, Aug. 22, & Oct. 24, 6-8 PM.

Quilting 101 placemats

You’ve vowed to do this for years, but have decided that now is the time! You are going to learn how to quilt! Let us get you started with a useful project that will show you how to use a rotary cutter and to match corners. $42 Supplies: Pattern and appropriate fabrics. Let us help you choose them as part of the learning process. Stop by at least a few days before the class to pick them out. You may use one of our machines, but it is better to bring your own so that you learn to use it. Bring the manual along. Mondays, July 18 & Aug. 1, 6-9 PM. Quilting 101 Tablerunner Maybe a matching tablerunner would be good with your new placemats! Or maybe you would like to start learning how to quilt! This easy tablerunner is made by "strip piecing"—a skill that will come in handy for years to come. $42 Supplies: Pattern and appropriate fabrics. Let us help you choose them as part of the learning process. Stop by at least a few days before the class to choose them. You may use one of our machines, but it is often better to start on your own so you know how to use it. Bring the manual along! Mondays, Aug. 15 & 29, 6-9 PM.

Reversible Bag Lindsay saw this bag online, started making them, and couldn't stop! It is a terrific project for someone who has just started sewing. And it makes a perfect gift! $38 Supplies: Please download the pattern and instructions from this website (they are in PDFs toward the bottom): http://verypurpleperson.com/2010/04/making-reversible-bag/ If you have any trouble, come see us. You will need about 1 yard each of complementing fabrics. Thursdays, June 9 & 16, 6-9 PM. Row by Row Workshop

Each year, there is an event in the quilting world called Row by Row Experience. It started with New York State about 8 years ago, spread to Pennsylvania, and is now worldwide! Quilters shop hop across the country and get rows (only in person!) at quilt shops. The theme for this year is home sweet home—and our own shop is all about rock 'n roll houses! This workshop will teach you how to fuse and embellish the row. To give us a little elbow room, we are holding it at the Hilton Garden Inn and having lunch catered by Harrison's. It will be a wonderful day! $55 includes lunch. Supplies: Buy a row kit before the workshop. Bring along all your basic sewing supplies, and about a yard of fusible material of some type: We love EZ Steam II because you can move the pieces around until the final pressing. Heat and Bond Lite also works well. (Also backing & batting.) Sunday, Aug. 7, 9 AM-5 PM.

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T-shirt quilt

Grab that pile of t-shirts, and let’s figure out a nice design for them! You’ll make the recipient happy, and the t-shirts will have a new use! $38 Supplies: Bring in your t-shirts, and we’ll go from there! Tuesdays, June 21 & 28, 6-9 PM.

Wind in the Whiskers: Kitten Kaboodle

A wall hanging of kittens playing with butterflies? You might be overcome with cuteness! Despite the risk of everyone fainting during class, we couldn't help but think that this would be a wonderful project. $38 Supplies: In addition to your normal sewing supplies, you might want to bring along a few smelling salts in case the kittens are too cute for you to handle. In addition, we will have a kit ready for you to buy. Tuesdays, Aug. 9 & 16, 9-noon

TATTING CLASSES Tatting 101

Tatting is a way to make small, delicate lace using a shuttle. Join Ruth and learn this classic craft.$38 Supplies: Learn Needle Tatting by Barbara Foster and Learn to Tat by Janette Baker, tatting needle set (before you buy, see if you need them during the class), white size 10 thread, shuttle with a hook on the end. Saturdays, June 11 & 18, 9-11 AM Tatting 104 This class is for previous students. Join Ruth for one-on-one skill building and inspiration. $16 Supplies: Consult with Ruth about supplies. Tuesdays, June 7, and/or July 19, and/or Aug. 23, 9-11 AM.

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