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The Gentle Art of Quilting

January 3 - beginners only

January 4, 8 & 9 – all students

Founders 227

Students, staff, faculty, beginning and advanced quilters are welcome to join this quilting workshop. Because we will be a group of mixed ability-level quilters, two separate projects will be presented. Classes will meet in FND 227 from 12 noon until 1:00 p.m. Kits will be prepared and will include supplies and fabric necessary to complete both projects. Everyone will make one block which will include steps used to make a complete quilt. Your block will be a mini-quilt. Piecing and appliqué will be demonstrated.

Contact: Ernestine Vaccaro via email: ernestinevaccaro@yahoo.com

The Beer Necessities

January 3, 10, 17, 24, 5:30 pm – 7 pm
Punch’s Alley

“For a quart of ale is a dish for a king.” – William Shakespeare, The Winter’s Tale

You’ve heard of Budweiser, Coors, Miller, and Old Milwaukee, but how about Ayinger, Chimay, Dogfish Head, and Xingu!? Have you ever noticed how many different kinds of beer are available at your local “package store?” Come try a few and gain some basic knowledge about beer tasting and appreciation. This course will cover the following: a brief history of beer; the basics of the brewing process; beer styles from different parts of the world; the proper presentation of beer; choosing the right beer for specific foods, occasions, and weather; buying good beer on a budget; taking advantage of seasonal offerings; and of course beer tasting. We will try four 4 oz. samples during each session.

All participants must be 21 or older with proper identification. Students, faculty, staff and significant others are all welcome. Space is limited so sign-up early – a photocopy of a valid ID (driver’s license or passport) and $40 fee must be paid in cash or by check by December 7th to reserve your space. Fees are non-refundable after December 7th. Please use campus mail or if paying in cash, stop by the museum and ask for me.

Contact: Jim Olson (Davis Museum – x 3234)

Effective Leadership: Learning to Negotiate Status

January 14, 16, 17, 7 pm – 9 pm

LWC 104 (Cow Chair Room)

Leadership is often regarded as indicating, and requiring, high status. Status is often regarded as simply given. This workshop questions these assumptions. We propose, instead, that effective leadership requires the capacity to shift status. We will explore how status transactions are involved in all relationships. We will consider how status is given, taken and chosen. Our will incorporate discussion of (short) readings and interactive exercises.

This Wintersession course is offered jointly through the Center for Work and Service and the Office of Residential Life. Stephanie Abbott is Assistant Director of Internships and Service Learning at CWS. Donald Leach is Interim Director of Residential Life.

Contact: Don Leach and Stephanie Abbott (via FirstClass)

Suminagashi: Japanese Paper Marbling *Updated*

January 8, 1:00-4:00 pm

January 9, 9:00 am -12 noon

Book Arts Lab, Clapp Library

This traditional Japanese marbling process is very fluid and organic. Pigments are floated on a tank of water and allowed to respond to the environment—breezes stirring in the room, the breath of the artist, currents in the tank—and, at an opportune moment, printed onto a sheet of paper. The final product can be used for making unique art objects or be incorporated into bindings in other Book Arts workshops. Sumi papers are especially appropriate for Japanese stab bindings. Taught by Katherine McCanless Ruffin, Book Arts Program Director. Materials Fee: $15. Limited to 8 participants. Please note that this workshop meets twice. You must be able to attend both sessions of the workshop.

To register, please go to http://www.wellesley.edu/Library/BookArts/workshopform.html

Contact: Katherine McCanless Ruffin (via FirstClass)

Letterpress Note Card Extravaganza

January 15-16 from 1:00-4:00 pm

Book Arts Lab, Clapp Library

In this workshop, each participant designs and prints her or his own limited edition single color note card using the Book Arts Lab’s collection of metal type and ornaments, and Vandercook presses. This workshop is a wonderful opportunity to print thank you notes, birthday greetings, or personal stationery. This workshop is an excellent opportunity to learn about letterpress for the first time or to build on previous letterpress printing or printmaking experience. Taught by Katherine McCanless Ruffin, Book Arts Program Director. Materials Fee: $15. Limited to 12 participants. Please note that this workshop meets twice. You must be able to attend both sessions of the workshop.

To register, please go to http://www.wellesley.edu/Library/BookArts/workshopform.html

Contact: Katherine McCanless Ruffin (via FirstClass)

Coptic Binding

January 17-18, 1:00-4:00 pm

Book Arts Lab, Clapp Library

Coptic binding, developed in Egypt in the 4th century CE, is one of the oldest codex structures, and is sewn with a linking stitch that creates an elegant exposed sewing along the spine. The flexibility of the structure allows the book to open flat at each page, making it an excellent choice for journals and sketchbooks. Workshop participants learn how to prepare cover boards, fold signatures, punch sewing stations, and sew. Papers from decorated papers workshops can be incorporated into this workshop. Taught by Katherine McCanless Ruffin, Book Arts Program Director. Materials Fee: $15. Limited to 12 participants. Please note that this workshop meets twice. You must be able to attend both sessions of the workshop.

To register, please go to http://www.wellesley.edu/Library/BookArts/workshopform.html

Contact: Katherine McCanless Ruffin (via FirstClass)

Introduction to Book Conservation and Repair

January 22-24, 1:30-4:30 pm

Book Arts Lab & Conservation Facility, Clapp Library 4^th Floor

Bring your damaged books to this overview of the conservation and repair of books. In the first session we’ll discuss the field of book conservation and the materials and techniques used by conservators. We’ll also talk about book structure and how good books go bad. In the second session, you will have an opportunity to try some simple repair techniques, and we’ll discuss your own books and the kinds of treatments that would be appropriate for them. In the third session, you will learn how to make a simple, low-cost box for fragile books. Other treatments performed will be determined by the books brought in, the time available, and the skills and desires of the group. We will also discuss how to find a conservator or commercial bindery who can repair or rebind your books outside of the workshop. We will meet in both the Book Arts Lab and the Conservation Facility on the fourth floor of Clapp Library. Taught by Emily Bell, Senior Library Associate/Conservation. Materials Fee: $15. Limited to 8 participants. Please note that this workshop meets three times. You must be able to attend all three sessions of the workshop.

To register, please go to http://www.wellesley.edu/Library/BookArts/workshopform.html

Contact: Emily Bell (via FirstClass)

Beyond Scarves: An Introduction to Knitting

January 3, 8, 10, 15, 17, 22 & 24, 12:30 pm – 1:30 pm

LWC 210

Have you always wanted to knit? Did you try when you were 12 but gave up after your scarf turned into a giant, tangled triangle? In this course, you'll learn how to knit, purl, cast on, bind off, read a pattern -- all while making a beautiful, unique creation of your choice. No previous experience needed. To paraphrase the Yarn Harlot, "It's not brain surgery. It's knitting." Class limited to 12.

Contact: Mary Ann Hill x2376

Wanted: High Quality Websites for Children’s School Projects

January 8, 1:30-2:30