Sunday, December 8, 2024
Class levels are dependent on folding ability. If you are new to folding, please consider taking one of our Family Fun classes, designed for beginners.
These are formal classes so please be prepared to stay for the full two-hour class.
Family Fun classes are for ages 5+. Children between 5–8 must have a parent or guardian with them.
All other classes are for ages 8+. Children between 8–13 must have a parent or guardian with them.
Morning classes run from 10:30 am to 12:30 pm. Please arrive by 10:15 am.
Teacher: Wendy Zeichner
Set the stage and perhaps the table with these simple holiday models. Wendy will teach a tree, a candy cane, a Santa, a dreidel and others as time permits. This class is a great opportunity for families to explore the magic of origami together. No experience is necessary.
Teacher: Lauren Randlett Hynes
Connect with the history of origami and spend time with the models from Sam Randlett’s groundbreaking publication, The Flapping Bird. He standardized the notations and symbols that is now used world-wide in origami diagrams. Lauren will teach her grandfather’s most famous models starting with, of course, the Flapping Bird (guaranteed to flap).
Teacher: Donna Walcavage
Get your bling on with this fabulous bracelet by Franco Pavarin. Donna will provide duo paper to highlight the beauty and elegance of this design. Students should be comfortable folding small modules from small squares. You’ll be rushing home to rummage through your origami supplies in search of those lovely patterned duos you’ve stashed away.
Afternoon classes run from 2:30 pm to 4:30 pm. Please arrive by 2:15 pm.
Teacher: Kathy Stevick
It’s simply the best. Sometimes, less is more and easy does it. Kathy will teach some of her favorite simple models. These will include a tissue flower, swan, wallet, masu box, jumping frog, 5-pointed star, and Sonobe units. The last of these will serve as the perfect introduction into the world of modular origami.
Teacher: Juliette Moore
Slow and steady wins the race. Careful and precise folding apply to origami as well. Juliette will lead you through the steps to make this charming 3D Box Turtle by Jason Schneider. This is another one of those models that just screams for the use of interesting patterned paper. So kawaii (Japanese for “appealing in an endearing way”). Make a whole family of them!
Teacher: Belle Fernandez
You can never have too many stars. Here’s a galaxy of them! Let your stellar proficiency shine forth as Belle shows you how to create these galactic wonders. She will teach the Vanda Sterne by Carmen Sprung, Mark’s Star, as well as one from a pentagon by Toshie Takahama. Fill your ceiling with these heavenly creations.
Teacher: Faye Goldman
This 6-piece, 3D, 12-pointed modular star is spectacular. Faye will teach the Omega Star created by Philip Shen based on the XYZ by Ed Sullivan. It makes a wonderful ornament and gift. This modern classic needs to be in the repertoire of any serious folder. Start with the humble Waterbomb Base, add a few extra folds and a sink, and you’ve not the basic unit. Frankly, this model is irresistible and is actually easier than it looks.
Teacher: Arlene Gorchov
Hooray, one final star. You won’t collapse from exhaustion as Arlene shows you the precreases and squashes that lead to the collapse that forms this unique 6-pointed star with 6 roses surrounding the center. Folded from a hexagon, this star by Jose Meeusen will have you scrambling to sort through your collection of duo papers. May your holidays be bright and brilliant!