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| Interior Design Certificate Program (Online) | |
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This new and exciting interior design interactive online program explores design theory, design process methods, and design studio work. Includes design elements and principles; color theory; programming; space planning; and design of residential, commercial, and retail spaces. Online delivery mimics a real-world professional design experience, with delivery of design concepts via the same electronic media used by professionals. 350 Hours, #63571, $2,295 Learn more |
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| Feng Shui for the Home and Office (Live Lecture) Instructor: Rochel Haigh Blehr |
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This class is designed for the novice who wants to know more about this fascinating subject. It provides an introduction to Feng Shui, the effectiveness of the schools and tips on what you can do at home. Classes are kept small. Rochel is always available during the breaks and after class to answer personal questions based on information provided. After this course, you will be able to: • Determine where the Eight Life Stations are located, (Wealth, Fame/Reputation, Relationships, Creativity/Problems Solving, Helpful People/Mentors, Career, Knowledge and Health) in any home or office. • Determine what group of compass directions, (East, Southeast, North etc ... ) support you and your family and those that do not. • Discern the difference between compass direction and compass sector • Determine the facing direction of any building, home, office, or apartment • Identify common features in a home or office that are undesirable and generic remedies to address them. • Identify common features in the landscape that are undesirable and generic remedies to address them. • Determine the best location for your bedroom, bed and desk. See instructor's web site Wed., June 11, 6:30-9:30pm, 1 session/3 hrs., $69, #66157 Online Registration Form |
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| Fine Woodworking: Appreciation of Design and Construction (Live Lecture) Instructor: Abraham Tesser |
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Wood, particularly in finely crafted objects, is evocative. The varied grain patterns and colors are beautiful; the surfaces invite touch; and fine construction adds appreciation of design and admiration of skill. This course is for those interested in collecting or building, or in just learning more about fine furniture creation. Discussions and demonstrations provide for a better appreciation and understanding of this fine art. Last session is a field trip to instructor's workshop. Learn more about the course. Tues., June 10-24, 7-8:30pm, 3 sessions/4.5 hrs., $79, #66295 Online Registration Form |
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| Introduction to Sewing (Live Lecture) Instructor: Ashia R. James |
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You will be introduced to basic sewing tools, supplies, and the components of a sewing machine. You will learn how to
lay out a pattern and understand basic sewing terminology. A simple project will be completed by each student. Bring to class: portable sewing machine, thread, needles, and straight pins. Class limited
to 8 students. Wed., June 11-July 30, 6:30-8:30pm, 7 sessions/14 hrs., $149, #66361 Online Registration Form |
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| Landscaping Your Yard for Curb Appeal (Live Lecture) Instructor: Jenny DeRevere |
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Beginners and experienced homeowners will benefit from this overview of residential landscape design guidelines. Get advice on developing design ideas -- including color, texture, form, and aesthetics -- and how to utilize drought-tolerant and native plants. Plant care and maintenance will be addressed as well as coping strategies for incorporating watering restrictions. Note: Outside observations, including a field trip, will be incorporated. Supplies: Bring a photograph of the part of your yard you want to landscape, a small roll of graph or drawing paper, a pencil, an eraser, and a notebook. Mon. & Wed., June 9-June 25, 6:30-8:30pm, 6 sessions/12 hrs., $129 single or partners (partners must work on the same landscape plan), #66156 Online Registration Form |
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| ISA-Certified Arborist Recertification Course Instructor: Steve Pettis |
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Possessors of the ISA Certified Arborist license must obtain 30 credit hours of recertification every three years. This class will provide five hours of certified recertification credit. Five topic areas will be covered: tree risk management, tree appraisal, tree pest update, tree/turf interactions, and causes of tree decline. 5 hrs. ISA credit. See instructor' website at http://www.completehortconsulting.com/ Sat., July 19, Noon - 6pm, 1 session/5 hrs. (includes breaks), $125, #66630 Online Registration Form |
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