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SUMMARY:Open Mic: Amateur Stand-Up Comedy Night
DESCRIPTION:Save the date for Open Mic: Amateur Stand-Up Comedy Night on Friday\, January 10\, 8-10pm. \nEnjoy the fun puns and show your appreciation for the laughs by adding a few dollars to the donation jar. All proceeds support Del Ray Artisans nonprofit. Come on your own or with friends to this entertaining drop-in event. Mark your calendar or set a reminder via Eventbrite. \n \nPerformers: Overcome stage fright and get feedback on your worst puns!  \nSign up for Open Mic night and show off your comedy chops in a gallery filled with goofy artwork and funny people. To participate\, sign up for a two-minute slot and prep your best material. At Open Mic\, you’ll take the ‘stage’ and unleash your comedy on a supportive audience. \nNOTE: You will be scheduled for a 2-minutes spot within a half-hour time period. Select which half-hour time period you prefer. If you have any questions\, contact Erica Hughes at zarathustraspeaks@msn.com. \nSign Up to Perform \n \nThis workshop is held in conjunction with the Visual Humor art exhibit.
URL:https://delrayartisans.org/event/open-mic/
LOCATION:Del Ray Artisans Gallery\, 2704 Mount Vernon Avenue\, Alexandria\, VA\, 22301\, United States
CATEGORIES:Program,Workshop
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ORGANIZER;CN="Erica Hughes":MAILTO:zarathustraspeaks@msn.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250113T183000
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SUMMARY:Knit Amigurumi Workshop (Two 2-hour classes)
DESCRIPTION:Instructor: Dawn Zurell\, dmzurell@gmail.com\nDate/Time: Mondays\, January 13 and 20\, 6:30-8:30pm\nCost: $70 Del Ray Artisans member / $80 Non-member; plus students must bring supplies\nClass size: 2-6 participants\n(Register in advance.) \nThis advanced beginner class is great for those who are relatively new to knitting and want to try amigurumi techniques. It is spread out over two weeks (two 2-hour classes)\, so you will have time to practice the techniques learned in-between sessions. This format will set you up for success and give you the skills needed to continue with future amigurumi projects. You will also complete an adorable clownfish stuffed toy! This class is for anyone aged 13+ years. \nSkills needed for this class: \n\nKnit and purl stitches\nLong tail cast-on\n\nThe specific skills taught in this class are: \n\nGerman short rows\nIncreasing and decreasing\nBasic sewing skills\n\nMaterials you will need to bring to your first class: \n\nUS2(2.75mm)knitting needles (straight\, circular\, or double pointed)\nYarn type: DK weight cotton or cotton/acrylic yarn (see suggested yarns below)\nWhite yarn (50yd/46m)\nOrange yarn (100yd/91m)\nBlack yarn (50yd/46m)\nTapestry needle\nLocking stitch markers\nPurchased pattern at www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/nemo-the-clown-fish\n(Fiberfill for stuffing will be provided)\n\nNo other preparation is needed. \nSuggestions for yarn: \n\nKnitPicks Animation DK Weight Cotton\nFriends Cotton 8/8 Light Worsted/DK\nHobbii Rainbow Cotton 8/8 Light Worsted/DK\nLionBrand 24/7 DK 273yds Light Weight Cotton Yarn\nCascadeUltra Pima\nSchachenmayr Catania Sport 100% Mercerized Cotton\nPaintbox Yarns Simply DK\nPremier Basix DK\n\nThis workshop is held in conjunction with the Visual Humor art exhibit. \nRegister Now \n\nArtwork credit: Nemo the Clown Fish by Nicola Riley; Purchase Pattern \n\nView other upcoming workshops\, information about the facility and policies on the Upcoming Workshops page.
URL:https://delrayartisans.org/event/knit-amigurumi/
LOCATION:Del Ray Artisans Gallery\, 2704 Mount Vernon Avenue\, Alexandria\, VA\, 22301\, United States
CATEGORIES:Program,Workshop
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ORGANIZER;CN="Dawn Zurell":MAILTO:dmzurell@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250115T183000
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SUMMARY:Crochet Amigurumi Workshop (Two 2-hour classes)
DESCRIPTION:Instructor: Dawn Zurell\, dmzurell@gmail.com\nDate/Time: Wednesdays\, January 15 and 22\, 6:30-8:30pm\nCost: $70 Del Ray Artisans member / $80 Non-member; plus students must bring supplies\nClass size: 2-6 participants\n(Register in advance.) \nThis advanced beginner class is great for those who are relatively new to crochet and want to try amigurumi techniques. It is spread out over two weeks (two 2-hour classes)\, so you will have time to practice the techniques learned in-between sessions. This format will set you up for success and give you the skills needed to continue with future amigurumi projects. You will also complete an adorable clownfish stuffed toy! This class is for anyone aged 13+ years. \nSkills needed for this class: \n\nFoundation chain//chain stitches\nSingle crochet\nSlip stitches\nCrochet into back side of the chain\n\nThe specific skills taught in this class are: \n\nMagic ring\nIncreasing and decreasing\nBasic sewing skills\nBasic embroidery skills\n\nMaterials you will need to bring to your first class: \n\nCrochet hook\, size G (6) / 4.0mm\nYarn type: DK weight cotton or cotton/acrylic yarn (see suggested yarns below)\nWhite yarn (143yd/130m)\nOrange yarn (310yd/290m)\nBlack yarn (22yd/20m)\nDark orange yarn (11yd/10m)\nTapestry needle\nLocking stitch markers\nPurchased pattern at www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/clown-fish-amigurumi-2\n(Fiberfill for stuffing will be provided)\n\nNo other preparation is needed. \nSuggestions for yarn: \n\nKnitPicks Animation DK Weight Cotton\nFriends Cotton 8/8 Light Worsted/DK\nHobbii Rainbow Cotton 8/8 Light Worsted/DK\nLionBrand 24/7 DK 273yds Light Weight Cotton Yarn\nCascadeUltra Pima\nSchachenmayr Catania Sport 100% Mercerized Cotton\nPaintbox Yarns Simply DK\nPremier Basix DK\n\nThis workshop is held in conjunction with the Visual Humor art exhibit. \nRegister Now \n\nArtwork credit: Clown Fish Amigurumi by Joyce Overheul; Purchase Pattern \n\nView other upcoming workshops\, information about the facility and policies on the Upcoming Workshops page.
URL:https://delrayartisans.org/event/crochet-amigurumi/
LOCATION:Del Ray Artisans Gallery\, 2704 Mount Vernon Avenue\, Alexandria\, VA\, 22301\, United States
CATEGORIES:Program,Workshop
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ORGANIZER;CN="Dawn Zurell":MAILTO:dmzurell@gmail.com
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SUMMARY:Silly Suds: Humorous Soapmaking Workshop (Register ASAP)
DESCRIPTION:Instructor: Suzan Ok Shumate\nDate/Time: Saturday\, January 18\, 9am-12pm\nCost: $35 Del Ray Artisans member / $45 Non-member; plus a $10 Supply Fee\nClass size: 4-10 participants\n(Register in advance; walk-ins welcome if space permits) \nGet ready to laugh and lather as you create your own humorous soaps (winking owls\, poop emojis\, wacky animals\, and more). Learn about melt-and-pour techniques using a moisturizing shea butter base\, premium fragrance oils\, and fun\, skin-safe colorants. Bright colors\, fun scents\, and a dash of whimsy will bring your designs to life. While soaps harden\, decorate a gift box to take your creations home with you at the end of this workshop. \nThis workshop is held in conjunction with the Visual Humor art exhibit. \nRegister Now \n\nView other upcoming workshops\, information about the facility\, and policies on the Upcoming Workshops page.
URL:https://delrayartisans.org/event/silly-suds/
LOCATION:Del Ray Artisans Gallery\, 2704 Mount Vernon Avenue\, Alexandria\, VA\, 22301\, United States
CATEGORIES:Program,Workshop
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ORGANIZER;CN="Suzan Ok Shumate":MAILTO:suzan.ok@gmail.com
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SUMMARY:"When Pigs Fly" Bead Embroidery Workshop (Register by 1/22) - NEW DATE!
DESCRIPTION:UPDATE: This workshop was rescheduled from Sunday\, January 19 to Thursday\, January 23 due to the weather. Additional registrations will be accepted until midnight on Wednesday\, January 22. \nInstructor: Amy Castine\, amy.castine@aim.com\nDate/Time: Thursday\, January 23\, 6-9pm\nCost: $50 Del Ray Artisans member / $60 Non-member; plus $15 Supply Fee\nClass size: 4-8 participants\n(Register by midnight on January 22) \nCreate a fun piece of wearable bead art! While bead embroidery may look complicated\, it doesn’t have to be. In this class\, you will learn beginning bead embroidery stitches as you create your own flying pig pin/pendant. Plus\, the skills you learn can be combined and added to all sorts of fiber arts\, giving you a solid foundation to expand your creativity. \nThis workshop is held in conjunction with the Visual Humor art exhibit. \nRegister Now \n\nView other upcoming workshops\, information about the facility\, and policies on the Upcoming Workshops page.
URL:https://delrayartisans.org/event/beaded-flying-pig/
LOCATION:Del Ray Artisans Gallery\, 2704 Mount Vernon Avenue\, Alexandria\, VA\, 22301\, United States
CATEGORIES:Program,Workshop
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ORGANIZER;CN="Amy Castine":MAILTO:amy.castine@aim.com
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