Circle of Hands Apr - Peek-a-Boo Rod Puppet
Circle of Hands with Mindy Upton of Blue Sky Craft Studio
Sunday, April 5, 12- 2pm Central: Peek-a-Boo Rod Puppet
Bring together the skills of sewing and felting, music and story in this very special handwork circle! This class is designed for teachers, caregivers, and grandparents who enjoy the magic of creating beauty with handwork and natural fiber materials.
It is inspired by Mindy’s many years in the kindergarten and the heartfelt moments spent observing the children playing with the sweet felted mousy, bunnies and dollies lovingly made for them.
Participants will explore handmade playthings along with a seasonal song or story. We will also create characters or animals that will enhance your program’s Nature Garden. Each Circle meets over Zoom once-monthly on Sunday afternoons, 12-2 pm Central. In order to create a lively “in-person” feel to the course, these sessions are not recorded.
April
Peek a Boo Rod puppet
Children young and old love these puppets. The older children in my class would make these and sing lovely Spanish songs that will be shared in class. We will make the felted “vessel” for the hiding place and a little puppet character of your choice to pop up and down. These are so fun to have in the classroom. I have used them in so many ways- snack time, transition time, birthdays, holiday gifts and puppet shows.
Participants of the workshop need to have basic handwork skills in sewing and wool felting.
A note about supplies: Mindy strives to create beautiful crafts that suit multiple skill levels or levels of desire, with upcycled and simple materials that you may have around the house. Materials or supplies may still need to be purchased, if you are new to handwork, and each participant is responsible for procuring their own supplies. You will receive a list of materials for class via email well ahead of time to ensure you are prepared.
**These courses are offered as an enriching experience for parents, care providers and educators, but are not available for CE hours.
About The Instructor: Click to learn about Mindy Upton