Colorado Free University

Go to www.freeu.com to view complete course descriptions and instructor bios. 28 Arts & Crafts Crafting Furniture Woodworking Basics You will not believe the woodworking skills you can acquire in this intensive, one-weekend class! Catering to the true beginner as well as those who feel they need a refresher, class covers the safety and proper use of a table saw, planer, jointer, and miter saw all while making a usable, beautiful piece of furniture. You will also learn to glue up panels and safely and properly use the router and sanders to give your project (chose a table or a bookcase session) a professional finish. After this class, you will have skills in basic joinery. Tracy Gray is a professional cabinetmaker and has been teaching this popular class for many years. Materials fee covers wood, screws, equipment, glue, etc. The table class has a $55 materials fee and the bookcase class has a $75 materials fee. Classes is capped at 4 to maintain social distancing and all participants are required to wear masks. $114 Non-Member $99 Member $55/75 materials fee paid in class CENTRAL DENVER : Colorado & Evans 1559IK: One Sat. & One Sun., 9AM–1PM 4/10 & 4/11 bookcase 1559IL: One Sat. & One Sun., 9AM–1PM 5/15 & 5/16 table 1559IM: One Sat. & One Sun., 9AM–1PM 6/12 & 6/13 bookcase Mala Bead-Making Create Stunning Adornments with Powerful Purpose In addition to being beautiful jewelry, mala beads are a powerful tool for meditation. In this unique workshop you will learn the history and practice of using the ancient mala beads necklace in meditation, prayer, or intention-setting. You will create your own 108-bead natural stone necklace, taking the time as you work to imbue it with your own personal meaning. All supplies and guidance for creating your gemstone necklace will be provided. You will walk away with an artful piece of intentional jewelry that embodies and expresses your values and desires. Get tips on how to use your beads to keep your mind focused and intentional to manifest your dreams. Owner of Stellar Serenity, Elena Szeremeta empowers herself and others with crafts. $61 Non-Member $49 Member $30 materials fee paid in class CFU LOWRY : Near 1st & Quebec 1510AG: One Sun., 1–4PM 5/16 1510AH: One Sun., 1–4PM 6/20 The Art of Geometry Create Stunning Drawings with Universal Forms Geometry is a scaled-down representation of universal order, pure form, and proportion in the natural and cosmic world. The patterns and principles of geometry have been used throughout the ages in art, architecture, and sacred rituals. In this unique workshop you will create beautiful geometric designs using a compass and a ruler. If you are a dabbler, you will have the chance to explore your creativity without needing any previous training. If you are an artist, designer, craftsperson, or mathematician, you will be able to transfer what you learn to revitalize and deepen your interests. Working with geometry can be a contemplative practice that can bring us into direct relationship with our experience and to what Socrates called “ever true.” Marney Babcock studied design at Arapahoe Community College and sacred geometry at the Prince School of Traditional Arts in London and Chartres cathedral in France. She is passionate about sharing what she has learned in seven years of study. $81 Non-Member $69 Member $120 materials fee purchased by student ONLINE : Via Zoom 1959P9: Two Sat., 1–4PM Begins 4/10 1959Q: Two Sat., 10AM–1PM Begins 6/12 The Inspiration of Geometry Drawing a Rose Window Among the inspiring stained-glass windows are the rose windows. In this unique drawing class, we will further the exploration of the amazing world of geometry by constructing a rose, or wheel, window. The design is based on the thirty-four uppermost rose windows in the nave, transepts, and ambulatory sections of Chartres Cathedral in France, which was built mostly between 1194 and 1220. The construction begins with a circle, then through lines, giving birth to the square, then to the octagon, and then to the hexa-decagon (sixteen sides). The hidden underlying structural shapes use geometry in three different ways to produce a final design that is a symbolic and unified whole. Marney Babcock studied design at Arapahoe Community College and sacred geometry at the Prince School of Traditional Arts in London and Chartres cathedral in France. Marney recommends that students take The Art of Geometry (course #1959) first, but it is not required. The required materials are the same for both classes. $81 Non-Member $69 Member $120 materials fee purchased by student CFU LOWRY : Near 1st & Quebec 1960E: One Sat., 10AM–4PM 5/1 1960F: One Sat., 10AM–4PM 7/10 Handcrafted Soap Easy Melt & Pour Technique Learn how to make beautiful looking handmade soap without using lye or toxic chemicals. In this workshop you will use the glycerin melt and pour technique. Roll up your sleeves and have fun creating different types of natural soap to take home with you or give as sweet, personalized gifts. You will learn techniques for making natural herbal soap, artistic embedded soap, and novelty layered soap. Be creative and customize with colors, fragrances, and textures. Elena Szeremeta launched her business, Stellar Serenity, creating soaps, candles, beaded jewelry, and more to nurture her own creativity and to spread good vibes. You’ll leave class with some lovely soaps and the knowledge to let your creativity take off. Bring an apron from home if you like, not required. $51 Non-Member $39 Member $15 materials fee paid in class CFU LOWRY : Near 1st & Quebec 1326D: One Sat., 9:30AM–12PM 5/15 1326E: One Sat., 9:30AM–12PM 6/19