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In this class, using various shaped gourd pieces, you will create a one-of-a-kind jewelry piece. You may decide on a pair of earrings, a brooch, a necklace or bracelet. Various embellishments offered range from alcohol inks, acrylics, batik inks, shells, beads, feathers, “natural” reeds, cactus skeletons, other plant pieces and much more. This workshop is appropriate for any skill level. Materials Fee includes all supplies.
Class size 10
Level Beginner and above
Student Supply List Students may want to wear a smock or an apron.
For 38 years I worked for the Madison Metropolitan School District as their graphic artist before retiring. Prior to that I worked in 2 different ad agencies in Madison. I have been enjoying creating fun and out of the norm gourd projects for 20 years originally joining the Wis. Gourd Society in 2005. Through that, I was the co-editor for the gourd quarterly newsletter until WGS ended in 2020. My gourd art has been in the Monroe Art Gallery, Middleton Public Library, The Madison Civic Center and currently is with 2 art galleries and a retail store. I have taught a variety of gourd classes throughout Wisconsin and attend gourd workshops myself including out of state gourd workshops and festivals. There is so much more to still be experienced. It is a unique art form available to everyone and anyone.
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Class Confirmation
You will receive a confirmation of your workshop registration via email about a week prior to the class. If you do not have an email address, you will receive a snail-mail confirmation. Please check the online class listing for supplies to bring to class (there will also be a link to the Supply List in your class confirmation). Some supplies may need to be ordered well ahead of time.
Please note that your class registration will not be confirmed without full payment.
Please read your class confirmation carefully as it may include a supply list and other important details, and note our community standards on our Planning Your Workshop Experience page.
Materials Fees
Many classes have materials fees in addition to the tuition. These are identified in the class listing and are usually paid with the tuition payment; however, in some cases materials fees are paid directly to the instructor at class time (check the class listing).
Cancellation Policy
While we recognize that life intrudes and plans change, in consideration of the time and energy instructors invest in preparing for classes, we must adhere to the following cancellation policies:
Student cancellations
> Cancellations made 30 days or more before the start date of the workshop are eligible for a 75% refund OR a gift certificate in the full amount. The gift certificate can be applied to workshops or lodging one year from the date of cancellation and is transferable.
> Cancellations made 29 days or fewer before the start date of the workshop are not eligible for refunds or gift certificates. We encourage all students to purchase trip insurance, which is available for a reasonable fee.
> Cancellation requests must be made by contacting our office at info@shakeragalley.org or (608) 987-3292.
> If you have booked lodging with Shake Rag Alley in conjunction with your class and cancel less than seven days in advance of your reservation, a $50 cancellation fee will apply.
Cancellations by Shake Rag Alley
> If Shake Rag Alley must cancel a class for any reason, you will be notified via email or phone and will be eligible for a full refund or, if you prefer, a transferable gift certificate. You may also consider donating your refund to support our operations or scholarships.
If you have booked lodging with Shake Rag Alley in conjunction with a class canceled by Shake Rag Alley, you may receive a full refund on lodging or gift certificate should you wish to cancel.
Waiting Lists
If a workshop you are interested in is sold out, please fill out this waiting list form. We will contact you if a spot becomes available. The class code requested on the form is the Workshop ID shown at left, beneath the Add to Cart button.
18 Shake Rag St.
Mineral Point, WI 53565
(608) 987-3292
