Botanically Inspired Holiday Ornaments

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Botanically Inspired Holiday Ornaments

Continuing Education

Dates & Price

As we all continue to work together to limit the spread of COVID-19, we have made the difficult decision to cancel the remaining spring classes and upcoming fall semester of Continuing Education classes slated to go on sale June 10. 

Classes will resume in winter 2021. 

Friday, December 4, 2020
9:00 am–12:30 pm

Fee: $89

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Looking for a unique holiday ornament or gift with a botanical twist? Use leaves collected from Longwood to create the lasting treasure of a metal leaf ornament. Add interest to your design using a patina finish to color the metal. Then adorn the structure with glass beads to express your own holiday style.

All tools and materials are provided. No experience necessary.

Instructor

Hattie Weselyk

Where

Acer Room

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