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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Today was the last of our summer Domestic Day Camps. This lesson was Rag Quilting. This is the easiest, most forgiving project. It is perfect for beginners. Here is a tutorial I put up last year about Rag Quilting.
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Yesterday, at our Domestic Day Camp, Jane and her sweet daughters taught us how to sew a skirt without a pattern. It was a pretty large group of moms and daughters, which kept our 'instructors' very busy! Jane has devised a method of how to use your
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Yesterday was our Hair Cutting Class with Jerri Richards (in the blue dress). This is definitely a skill that would add to any family's economy. Not only can you cut your family's hair, but if you are good enough you can cut for other people. The White Family were more than gracious to dona
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Here are a few pictures from our Jewelry Making Class during our Domestic Day Camp last week. This was hosted and taught by Jane and her daughters! They did a great job! This week we are doing Card Making! .
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Today was our first Herb Class. One of our teachers was not feeling well so Olivia had the class to teach for herself. In my humble opinion as her mother (OK, hear a little pride puffing up), I must say I think she did a great job. She has had plenty of experience with public speaking, giving 5-8
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This week I had the privilege of spending some time with this sweet family of girls. They learned how to String Quilt on paper. Here they are with their almost finished quilt. It is made of Christmas fabrics. Do you see the smiles on their faces? They are like this all the time. :o) A pure joy to be
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