This morning's Domestic Class went very well. The next class will be Rag Quilting Sept. 28!
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I've added two more classes to the schedule. If you are interested please register now. Basic Cake Decorating $10 per person Location: Branchville, AL Get directions HERE! Tuesday, August 31, 2010 Registration Deadline: August 28, 2010 Time: 9-12 Bring: One baked cake, any siz
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My daughter, Olivia, always teaches our soap making class, but today she was sick, so I had to fill in. Even though I have made it with her several times I've never had to teach it on my own. But I think I did OK, I only had to call her once to ask her a question. ;o) Yes, I talk with my hands
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Today's Domestic Class started with a lesson in hand quilting. This is sweet Jamie, who is 8 years old, I just want to scoop her up and take her home! Then after lunch was the Hand Embroidery class. I made each girl a little practice piece to help them remember the names of the stitches. Em
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Just a friendly reminder for those of you that are signed up for Tuesday's Domestic Class, it will be held in Branchville, not Ashville. Can't wait to see all of you!!! Hand Quilting $5 per person, Location: Branchville, AL Get Directions HERE! Date: Tuesday, July 20, 2010 Regist
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There has been a little change in some of our Domestic Class schedule. We are re-locating a few of the classes to Branchville (you can get directions here) to make the classes more convenient for the majority of those already signed up. If you have not registered yet but are planning on attending th
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In today's Domestic Class the girls made doll size patchwork quilts. It is good to start off with a small project for beginners, especially when they are so young, this way they can really accomplish something in a day. Younger girls need quick satisfaction. :) Even the moms learned somethi
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Today was our Sewing for the Kitchen Class with a real sweet bunch of girls! Next week (June 22, 2010) will be Patchwork Quilting. There is still time to register for the class, just e-mail me for details. Patchwork Quilting ~Kathy Brodock Perfect class for beginners. $10 per person Loca
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If you haven't registered for the Kitchen Sewing Class for next Tuesday, please do so by Friday, THANKS! Kitchen Sewing Make 2 hanging dish towels, a bag to hold your plastic grocery sacks and cloth napkins. This is a good class for beginners. Fee: $5 per person or $15 per family Location: A
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Today was the kick off of our summer Domestic Classes. Today's class was a sewing class where the students made a pillowcase with french seams and a throw pillow slipcover; these are both great beginner projects. This was one of Alexa's first times to use the machine and she took off with it!
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Soap Making Class will be re-scheduled he for Aug. 24. We will NOT be having class next week. Sorry for the inconvenience.
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Next week will begin this year's classes, if you have not registered for next week's class please do so by FRIDAY (May 28) this week. Sewing for the Home Kathy Brodock Make 2 pillow cases with French seams (French seams are a great technique to know for all kinds of sewing, especially when m
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The 2010 Domestic Class schedule is up for you local folks. If there is anything you'd like to have a class on that is not listed just let us know and we'll see what we can do. Domestic- Being fond of home and household affairs.
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Last Friday was our Sewing for the Home Class. These girls learned how to make slipcovers for throw pillows, fabric linings for baskets and pillowcases with French seams. There is nothing like a good attitude from a student to make the day go smoothly!!! These sisters are alread
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We have some openings for our sewing class this Friday. This is the perfect class for beginners! If you plan to attend please e-mail me. Thanks! Sewing for the Home August 7, 2009 Location: Cedar House, Ashville Time: 9-3
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We had a lot of eager soap makers at our Soap Making Class today. We had students as young as 12 and even two grandmas in attendance! That just goes to show you that you're never too old to learn a new skill! Today's class was taught by Robin and myself, but Olivia was the r
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Today we held our canning class at the home of Sandra and Ana Smith. It was a good day with sweet fellowship and encouragement as these girls learned how to can blueberry jam, tomatoes and vegetables soup. One of the young girls made the comment, "Or you could just buy them (
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Gardening update: Ours is about played out! I am grateful we can by from local farmers!!! A friend of ours who farms delivered 10 dozen ears of corn last night...yeah! I'm off to teach a canning class today as part of our Domestic Classes. I Love sharing homemaking skills. Next we
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Next week begins the 2009 summer schedule for our Domestic Classes. There has been a change in date and time for the Canning Jam class, please make note of that. We are also adding a Soap Making Class. Information is as follows. Please be sure to register on time. Canning To
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For those of you that live locally, we've added a new class to our summer schedule: Keeping the Castle Clean ~Kathy Brodock June 26, 2009 Registration: June19, 2009 Location: Our Home- Highland Lake Fee: $5 per family This is a demonstration class. How to d
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I finally finished the 2009 schedule...so much to do, so little time! ;o) There may be a couple more added, so stay tuned.
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Sure it is easier to go to the store and buy a couple loaves of bread, but there is something about the smell of bread baking in your home. There is something so rewarding in making it yourself and knowing that you are providing good nutrition for your family. Yes, bread machines wor
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It was perfect timing for our Live Greenery Class yesterday as the holiday season is just around the corner. With these arrangements you can decorate for Thanksgiving and Christmas! This is probably one of the most festive yet, EASY and economical projects to do! I am hoping by next week to have a t
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We will hold two fall Domestic Classes and they will be on the same day to try to help with the cost of gas. Posted below are the details. Please be sure to register on time for planning purposes. You are welcome to do one class or both! There are a limited number of scholarships availa
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